This is my kinda Guiltfree treat!! Try it and you will love it!! Ingredients Mejdool Dates-8 [pitted] Dried Cranberries-1/4 cup Dried Blueberries-1/4 cup Dried Figs-4 Dried Apricots-4 Almonds-1/4 cup Walnuts-8 Pecans-8 Almond butter-1/4 cup Coconut flour-1 tbsp Dark chocolate pieces-1/2 cup [melted] Chia seeds-2 tbsp Flax meal-2 tsp Method Line a baking sheet with parchment…
Author: Archna Gowda
Hello and Welcome to my Virtual Kitchen!! I love to cook,take pics of what I make and write about it.
I was born and raised amidst so much love family in Mysore,India.My experiments in kitchen began when I was ten.With my great grand mother by my side I made an Indian dessert called Kesaribath [sooji ka halwa] for the first time to surprise my family. Though, it was not bang on, everyone enjoyed it and they said I did a fantastic job!! This,encouraged me to get creative and my experiments in the kitchen were a hit with my little cousins.
Over the years my love for food has grown leaps and bounds.I'm a food enthusiast with an appetite for almost anything. I try to cook things that are practical, interesting and delicious.I like to pair different things and see how they taste together. 99% of the times they have been a huge hit with my family and friends.My hubby dear has always encouraged me to explore and experience different cuisines and I can't think him enough for being my one man tech team to get this blog going.Thanks Shekhar!!
There are so many things about this process that has been so meaningful and rewarding for me.
- Learning more about food,cooking, food styling and photography
-Sharing simple yet delicious recipes with others
-offering practical food ideas that are approachable for any kind of cook
-offering ideas to help people enjoy healthy eating
It has been so much fun to connect,learn,grow and share with all you awesome food lovers.All kinds of feedback is truly appreciated.Thanks for joining me on this tasty journey.Keep the love coming!!
Oats and Quinoa Masala Idli
My girls always enjoy Idli & Dosa, I just wanted to make it much more colorful by topping it with their favorite veggies!! It was a big hit, they devoured them with some ghee on the side. I’m super excited to share the recipe here!! Enjoy!! Ingredients Oats- 1.5 cups Quinoa- 1.5 cups Urad Dal-3/4…
Garlic Chicken
Super easy and super yummy!! Do give it a try!! Ingredients Chicken pieces-1 lb Turmeric-1/4 tsp Salt-to taste Lemon Juice-2 tbsp Mix everything together and let it marinate for atleast 1 hour. To Grind Garlic-1/4 cup Coconut-1/4 cup Tomato-1 diced Pepper-2 tbsp Green Chillis-3 Cinnamon-2 inches Cloves-4 Fennel seeds-1/2 tsp Water-1/4 cup Blend everything into…
Mysore Pak
Mysore Pak was first prepared in the Royal kitchen at the Mysore Palace!! This three ingredient melt in your mouth dessert brings back so many childhood memories with it!! Just love making it as well as indulging in it!! Ingredients Besan (gram flour)-1 cup Sugar-1 1/4 cup Ghee-1 1/2 cup Water-2 cups Saffron-1 pinch Elaichi…
Whole Wheat Khara Buns
Finally I baked my favorite Iyengar Bakery style “Khara Buns” [Spicy Rolls] at home and am very happy that I used healthy ingredients like whole wheat & chia seeds!! Ingredients Whole wheat flour-1 1/2 cups [ will need extra 1/4 cup or so while kneading] Instant yeast-1/2 tbsp Salt-1 tsp Sugar-1 1/2 tsp Milk- 1/4…
Fruit and Nut Breakfast Loaf
Simply love this deliciously healthy way to kick start my day!! This recipe is sugar and oil free and is packed with goodness from all natural ingredients. This power packed breakfast/ snack completely satisfies your cravings! Enjoy!! Ingredients Quinoa Flour-3/4 cup Baking soda-1/4 tsp Baking soda-1/4 tsp Salt-1/2 tsp Vanilla extract-1 tsp Chopped Nuts-3 cups…
Stuffed Tomotillo Gravy
Found some fresh tomatillos at the farmers market this weekend and wanted to make something new and different than your regular fried or stuffed tomatillos. So, got some ideas from my Mom and thus made this uniquely yummylicious gravy!! Do give it a try. Ingredients Tomoatillos-8 ( make four slits on each tomotillo and set…
Spicy Whole Wheat Crackers
This is a perfect snack to go with your evening tea or coffee. I simply love the crunch with a hint of spice in every bite. I will have to bake another batch of these flavor packed bites soon as they are already gone. Ingredients Whole wheat Flour-2 cups Chia Seeds-2 tbsp Flax Seeds-2 tbsp…
Baked Chilli Chicken
This is one recipe that is enjoyed by people of all ages everywhere. Traditionally the chicken pieces are deep fried, but I wanted to skip the fryer and stick to my oven but keep all the flavors intact. I’m happy to say I did not disappoint coz it was gone in no time. Our Happy…
Portobello Pizza
My Pizza cavings got a satisfying fix with this yummy Portobello Pizza!! Ingredients Portobello Mushrooms-4 Mozzarella cheese-1/2 cup[shredded] Grape Tomatoes-1/4 cup [sliced into rounds] Red Onions-1/4 cup [diced] Green Onions-4 sprigs [chopped] Dressing Balsamic vinegar-2 tbsp Olive oil- 1 tbsp Green Chilis- 2 [finely chopped] Mint Leaves-1/2 tsp [finely chopped] Lemon Juice-1 tsp Salt to…