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All Butter Pie Crust Recipe (Homemade)

All Butter Pie Crust Recipe (Homemade)

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This simple all butter pie crust recipe gives you a flaky, tender, and delicious pie crust perfect for both sweet and savory pies. Made with just 4 basic ingredients, this homemade pie dough is easy to prepare and so much better than store-bought crusts. Once you try making it from scratch, there’s really no going back. Below, I also share my tried-and-tested tips to help you make the most buttery, flaky pie dough — plus how to roll it out evenly and decorate the edges with a classic fluted pattern. About All Butter Pie Crust An all butter pie crust is a classic pastry dough made using only butter as the fat — without any shortening or oil. Along with butter, the dough typically includes all-purpose flour, salt, and cold water. Some versions may also add a little sugar if making a sweet pie. The butter is cut into the flour to form a crumbly mixture, then brought together with cold water to make a dough. The result is a flavorful, flaky, and tender crust …

Aloo Bhindi Recipe (Punjabi Style)

Aloo Bhindi Recipe (Punjabi Style)

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Aloo Bhindi is a hearty North Indian dish made by stir-frying tender okra (bhindi) and cubed potatoes (aloo) with onions, tomato, ginger-garlic paste and a blend of spices. This flavorful dry dish features crispy golden potatoes perfectly tender okra in a sautéed onion-tomato base. It is a popular accompaniment to roti or rice in Punjabi households, offering a delicious combination of earthy flavors and textures. About Aloo Bhindi Sometimes, a simple, comforting Bhindi Recipe is all that you need with your dal-chawal to make a beautifully wholesome, tasty and filling meal on a lazy afternoon. This Aloo Bhindi recipe is just that, in fact more. It is a delicious lightly spiced dry curry made with okra or bhindi, potatoes (aloo) and spices in an onion-tomato masala mixture. This dish is also vegan and pairs very well with roti, naan or paratha too. Since both potatoes (aloo in Hindi) and okra or lady’s finger (bhindi in Hindi) are the star ingredients in this homely recipe, the dish is rightly named as Aloo Bhindi. Made in North …

Paneer ki Sabji (Easy Paneer Sabzi)

Paneer ki Sabji (Easy Paneer Sabzi)

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Paneer ki Sabji is a comforting North Indian curry made with soft paneer cubes and crunchy capsicum simmered in a flavorful, rich, spiced and tangy gravy. The sauce is a delicious blend of sautéed onions, tomatoes, cream, yogurt, cashews and a warming mix of spices, creating a dish that’s both hearty and indulgent – perfect for serving with roti, naan or rice. One of my go-to Paneer Recipes. About Paneer ki Sabji The word ‘sabji‘ or ‘sabzi‘ refers to a cooked vegetable dish commonly found in Indian cuisine. It typically involves sautéing or simmering vegetables. Paneer Sabzi is a variation where small cubes of Indian cottage cheese called paneer are added to a spiced gravy, making it a flavorful main dish. This Paneer ki Sabji recipe features a velvety, indulgent gravy enriched with fresh cream and golden-fried cashews. The cream not only enhances the consistency but also lends a mellow richness that pairs wonderfully with Indian breads like roti and paratha. I often toss in green capsicum for an earthy, mildly spicy twist – it …

Apple Pie Recipe (No Butter)

Apple Pie Recipe (No Butter)

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Apple Pie is a classic dessert made with a flaky crust and sweet, spiced apple filling. My homemade version is plant based, made without butter and with whole wheat flour for a slightly healthier twist. It’s easy to make from scratch and tastes warm, cozy, and delicious. This pie is perfect for festive meals, weekend baking, or when you’re simply craving a comforting, fruit-filled treat. About Apple Pie Recipe Traditional pie crusts call for butter and cold water, but my proven method is even easier and produces a perfectly flakiest crust. My secret is to use vegan-friendly and healthy olive oil to add just the right amount of fat to the crust dough. The result is a crisp crust that’s great for filling with sweet, tender apples. You can cover the top of the apple pie completely with the vegan crust dough, or make a decorative lattice pie crust. Either way this dessert is guaranteed to impress! Unlike classic butter-based crusts that need chilling and delicate handling, this olive oil dough is much more straightforward and beginner-friendly. There’s no …

Masala Chai Recipe (Classic Indian Spiced Tea)

Masala Chai Recipe (Classic Indian Spiced Tea)

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Masala Chai, also known as Masala Tea, is a popular Indian beverage made by brewing black tea with a blend of fragrant spices (like cardamom, cloves, cinnamon), milk, sugar, and water. This spiced tea is comforting, bold, and full of flavor – perfect for breakfast or your evening tea break. Ready in just 10 minutes, this homemade version is both warming and refreshing. About Masala Chai Recipe The Hindi word masala means “spices” and chai means “tea.” So, Masala Chai simply translates to a brewed tea infused with a blend of spices, sugar, and milk. It’s made using staple ingredients found in almost every Indian kitchen – black tea powder, water, milk, sugar, and a mix of aromatic spices and herbs. If there’s one beverage that truly unites India, it has to be Masala Chai. While chai on its own is a daily ritual for many, the spiced version holds a special place in our hearts. Masala Chai is more than just tea – it’s a deeply comforting drink that reflects the flavors of home. The choice of spices …

Green Tea Recipe

Green Tea Recipe

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Green Tea is a bright, refreshing drink made from unoxidized tea leaves, known for its light, earthy flavor and health benefits. Along with Earl Grey and Tulsi Tea, it’s one of my favorites to sip during the day. Enjoy it plain or lightly sweetened – perfect for a calming afternoon break. Learn how to make Green Tea just right for a soothing and rejuvenating cup. About Green Tea Our mornings typically begin with Indian Chai, as it is a very strong and bold drink with a good amount of caffeine. Since I’m not much of a coffee person I tend to try different teas instead, and chai is definitely my go-to for getting started in the morning. However, for afternoons or evenings I like to make green tea or Kashmiri Kahwa (which uses green tea leaves with lots of spices, such as saffron, cloves and cardamom). These tend to have slightly less caffeine than chai but still contain a generous amount of pep. I have tried white tea, tulsi tea, english breakfast tea, earl grey …

Zucchini Bread Recipe (Chocolate & Eggless)

Zucchini Bread Recipe (Chocolate & Eggless)

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Zucchini Bread is a soft, moist quick bread made with grated zucchini -mild in flavor but wonderfully tender. The classic version is lightly spiced and subtly sweet. My take is a chocolatey twist on this favorite – an eggless, vegan Chocolate Zucchini Bread recipe made with whole wheat flour, pantry staples, and rich cocoa. It’s wholesome, delicious, and a great way to enjoy zucchini when they’re in season. About Zucchini Bread Recipe Typical Zucchini Bread is a sweet quick bread made with baking staples like flour, fat, sugar, and eggs. I’ve omitted the eggs here to make this a vegetarian recipe, and swapped in whole wheat flour for added nutrients. Adding zucchini to the mix gives this sweet loaf a lovely, moist consistency, but you can’t taste the veg at all! Zucchini is relatively bland on its own, so when added to bread it just tastes like a plain sweet bread with no added flavors. I was also having a serious chocolate craving when I developed this recipe, so I ended up adding some cocoa …

Ammachi’s Moru Kachiyathu, A Tempered Buttermilk from Kerala

Ammachi’s Moru Kachiyathu, A Tempered Buttermilk from Kerala

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Blessy Thomas takes us back to her childhood ancestral home in Kerala. There, in her Ammachi’s bustling kitchen, she would seek refuge from the summer heat in a cold tumbler of tempered buttermilk. Moru, or Moru Kachiyathu, is a tempered buttermilk dish from Kerala. It is often served as a side dish or a simple, comforting drink made with curd, tempered with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and spices, as an essential part of hot summer months. Its cooling properties make it a natural remedy against the heat of summer; the balance of tanginess and spices bringing flavour to any meal. Growing up, my grandmother Ammachi, Sosamma Thomas, would make this drink in her kitchen in Maramon, Kerala, by the Pamba river. The house was always bustling with sounds of our extended family — cousins running around, the clang of cooking vessels, and the gentle hum of Ammachi’s quiet presence. A woman of few words, it was her cooking that spoke volumes.  Every summer, we would leave behind Goa’s salt-laced air for the deeper, spicier heat …

Jeera Rice Recipe (Restaurant Style Jeera Pulao)

Jeera Rice Recipe (Restaurant Style Jeera Pulao)

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A staple on par with Naan in any Indian feast, this Jeera Rice brings restaurant-style comfort to your table. Light, fluffy, and delicately spiced with cumin seeds, green chilli, and a whisper of cardamom, each grain is infused with flavor and warmth. Jeera Rice perfectly elevates your favorite curries, dals, or stir-fries. I am sharing two methods – one made entirely in a pan or pot, and the other a restaurant-style version. You can choose whichever you like. About Jeera Rice Known in Hindi as ‘jeera,’ cumin seeds lend their name – and their irresistible aroma – to this beloved Indian rice dish. Jeera Rice or cumin rice, is a simple yet flavorful preparation where basmati rice is gently infused with earthy cumin and a medley of whole spices, creating a fragrant, lightly spiced side that’s anything but plain. A favorite at Indian restaurants, a Jeera Rice Recipe often wins hearts over plain basmati when served alongside hearty dals or rich curries. The magic lies in the tempering – just a handful of spices, bloomed …

Mango Sago Recipe (With Pomelo)

Mango Sago Recipe (With Pomelo)

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Mango Sago is a delightful Asian dessert made with ripe mangoes, chewy tapioca pearls (sago), creamy coconut milk and rich condensed milk. This chilled treat combines the tropical sweetness of mango with the light, pudding-like texture of sago, offering a refreshing bite that’s perfect for warm weather. It’s quick to assemble and finished with a few mango cubes and fresh mint leaves on top for a zingy twist. In this recipe of mine, I’ve also added some pomelo for extra fruitiness. About Mango Sago This Mango Sago recipe is a refreshing dessert that artfully balances flavor, texture, and elegance – inspired by the classic Cantonese delight, 楊枝甘露 (Yang Zhi Gan Lu), which means “Willow Branch Sweet Dew.” Traditionally made with mango, pomelo, tapioca pearls, and coconut milk, this simpler version stays true to the spirit of the original. It’s a perfect make-ahead treat for small gatherings and best served chilled. The dessert traces its roots back to Hong Kong in the 1980s, where it was first created by the famous Lei Garden restaurant and later …