Recipes From My Kitchen

Breakfast cereal has a high sugar content, so why not replace it with something just as sweet but healthier! This recipe will give you the vitality you need for the day and help you control your weight. This recipe is rich in fibre and has a high vitamin C content. Natural source of folate and good source of potassium. Ingredients: 2 toasted multigrain brown bread, 1 kiwi peeled and sliced, 2 tsp peanut butter, 1 tsp honey 1 tsp toasted pumpkin seeds (or seeds of your choice) 1 tsp chia seeds, Method: 1. Toast the bread until nice golden brown and crispy. 2. Spread peanut butter over the toasted bread. 3. Lay the kiwi slices topped with pumpkin seeds & chia seeds. 4. Drizzle with honey and serve immediately. Click here for more Toast recipes . 

I have made Chocochip Cookies earlier and blogged about it. That was my first attempt and I think I did reasonably okay. I had just started baking back then. Over the years, of constant baking, reading recipes, blogs, I realized there was a lot more to the perfect Chocochip Cookie that what was coming out of my oven. The hunt then began to dig deeper into how the cookie should be. I went to various shops which boast about the perfect Chocochip Cookie, and must have had umpteen cups of coffee to go with it :-D. I came back home and tried out my standard recipe, which I think tastes really good. Of course I  further made a few changes to the original recipe to suit my taste buds. You will find the original recipe here , but I have changed a few things from that recipe. Here is the new recipe I follow: Ingredients: 1 cup flour , plus a little extra, 2 tbsps  cocoa powder , 1/2 cup  butter , softened, 1/2 cup  granulated sugar , 1/2 cup  Demerar...

Many times in the kitchen we end up having extra rotis by the end of the meal. Why not use those to make an interesting and easy to make sweet-dish? Here's the recipe of roti laddoo which is an instant and healthy recipe to charge your day! Roti's or phulka's as we call them has a low glycemic index. It is rich in vitamin B, iron, calcium, magnesium and potassium. It is made from whole wheat flour mixed with water so when it is roasted, it's dehydrated which increases the shelf life. People allergic to gluten can opt for other millets like jowar, bajra, ragi which are healthier alternatives. It has many health benefits and is one of the healthiest things to consume when hungry. It’s a great preworkout meal, and I have it before an intense workout like a long run. It give the right amount of carbs and sugar to kick start an intense workout. Ingredients: 6 roti's 3 tbsp crushed jaggery 2 tbsp ghee(melted) 1.5 tbsp chopped almonds (optional) 1/8 tsp c...

Carrot are an Indian winter staple. It is replete with many nutrients. A good source of Vitamin A, beta-carotene and vitamin C, carrots are incredible for your eyes, skin and immunity. They are also loaded with silicon, the beauty mineral that helps nourish your skin and nails. Carrots are also super effective in managing weight-loss. Packed with fibres, carrots help fill you up. When you feel full, you crave less and this in turn facilitates weight-loss.  Paneer or cottage cheese is an incredible source of protein. Make sure the paneer is fresh, cows milk is said to have a good amount of protein, so try to ensure that your paneer is made of cow milk. Ingredients: 1 cup  lettuce , 1 cup  baby spinach , 1/2 cup  carrots , shredded, 50 gms  paneer cubes , For Dressing: 1 tbsp  mustard sauce , 1 tbsp  red chilli sauce , 1 tbsp  honey , 1 tsp  olive oil , Salt  &  Pepper  to taste, 1 tsp toa...

Bruschetta is an antipasto from Italy consisting of grilled bread rubbed with garlic and topped with olive oil, salt and pepper. Variations may include toppings of tomato, vegetables, beans, cured meat, or cheese; the most popular recipe outside of Italy involves basil, fresh tomato, garlic and onion or mozzarella. Bruschetta is usually served as a snack or appetizer. Its a great party pleaser too. Here is a healthy version of Bruschetta - minus the cheese!!! Ingredients: 1 small baguette, sliced at an angle vertically, 1/2 cup  basil pesto , 4-5 garlic pods, Olive oil, as required, 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped, 1/2 cup tomato finely chopped, Method: Place the sliced baguettes on a baking tray and slightly toast it for 7-8 mins at 200 degrees. Remove and arrange it in the serving plate. Rub the garlic pods on the toasted baguette slices. Drizzle with some olive oil. Spread a spoon full of pesto. Top it up with chopped onio...

I first discovered overnight oatmeal 3 years ago, when I was desperate for a speedy, healthy breakfast that I could grab-and-go. Once I realised the magic of overnight oats, I never looked back. There are a million-and-one websites that show you how to make overnight oats, so I’m not planning on reinventing the wheel here. And I promise, you can’t go wrong with these! What are overnight oats? If you’ve never heard of overnight oats before, let me give you a quick summary. Overnight oats are a no-cook method of making oatmeal. Instead of cooking your oats with liquid on the stove or in the microwave, you mix oats with the liquid and other mix-ins, and let it rest in the fridge overnight. In the morning, you have a pudding-like porridge that is perfect for easy grab-and-go breakfasts. Are overnight oats good for you? Yes, with one caveat—overnight oats are inherently customizable, so if you fill your overnight oats with candy and lots of added sugar, it quickly turns from bre...

With a base of frozen banana and frozen kiwi, this playful smoothie is rich in fibre to keep your "systems" in good working order. You can have this to kick start your day which is light on your tummy yet extremely nourishing. The healthy fats from the avocado takes care of good fat intake. You can also sneak in a few leaves of spinach or kale or you could leave it as is too. Either ways it tastes delicious!!! And depending on the milk you use, you may want to add one of the optional ingredients for a protein boost. I like to add a small amount of chia/flax seeds and almond butter in the mix. Ingredients: 1 cup milk 1 medium frozen banana 2 medium kiwi, peeled, sliced and frozen 1/2 avocado 1/2 cup baby spinach (optional) 1 tbsp chia seeds 1 tbsp almond butter Method: 1. Put all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.  2. Serve chilled.  Find more smoothie recipes, here . Did you make this recipe? Please let me know how it turned ...