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Sweet and Sour Bitter Gourd Curry | Khatta Meetha Karela

Bitter gourd !!  The first thing that comes to my mind seeing it, is the bitterness in the name. Bitter foods do not appeal to many people, but the bitter gourd is a common food in Indian cuisine. This vegetable is …

Updated on April 28, 2021October 13, 2017
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Grilled Corn on Cob with Chili-Lime-Butter

Rainy season is here. Grilled corn on the cob sold by the street vendor is mine most favorite during these days. Corn on the cob or elote is a popular street food in Mexico. This is the culinary term used …

Updated on April 28, 2021July 11, 2017
Muan pitha recipe
Gluten free Odia Cuisine

Muan Pitha – a steamed Odia Pitha with sweet filling !

A soft and wholesome steamed pitha from Odisha, made with rice and urad dal batter and stuffed with coconut and jaggery. This Muan Pitha is perfect for festivals or as a healthy homemade sweet. Odisha is a land of pithas. …

Updated on September 8, 2025September 8, 2025
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Condiment Gluten free No Cook Recipe No-Onion-No-Garlic Recipe Vegan

Ber-Pudina Chutney

𝐁𝐞𝐫-𝐏𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚 𝐂𝐡𝐮𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐲 is just perfect as a dip or even as a side dish!

Updated on September 13, 2023March 13, 2023
Muan pitha recipe
Updated on September 8, 2025September 8, 2025Gluten free Odia Cuisine

Muan Pitha – a steamed Odia Pitha with sweet filling !

A soft and wholesome steamed pitha from Odisha, made with rice and urad dal batter and stuffed with coconut and jaggery. This Muan Pitha is perfect for festivals or as a healthy homemade sweet. Odisha is a land of pithas. …

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Stuffed baingan
Updated on August 11, 2025August 11, 2025Gluten free Side Dish Vegan

Stuffed Baingan (Dry Version) – A Flavorful Indian Classic!

Bringing a royal touch to humble eggplants—this dry Stuffed Baingan recipe is a burst of rustic flavors and traditional Indian spices, made effortlessly in your kitchen! Stuffed Baingan, also known as Bharwa Baingan, is a much-loved Indian dish where small …

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Updated on July 2, 2025July 2, 2025Beverage

Gondhoraj Ghol – A Fragrant Bengali Buttermilk

A refreshing Bengali-style buttermilk infused with the aromatic zest of Gondhoraj lebu and a hint of ginger. Light, cooling, and perfect for summer digestion and hydration. When summer strikes in full swing, our body craves light, hydrating, and cooling drinks …

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Updated on July 2, 2025May 7, 2025Odia Cuisine

Chuin Aloo Badi Besara | Traditional Odia Mustard Curry

Chuin Aloo Badi Besara is a traditional Odia curry made with drumsticks, potatoes, brinjals, and crispy badi simmered in a tangy mustard-cumin gravy. So simple, rustic, and full of flavor. In the fast-paced world of modern cooking, traditional recipes often …

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Microwave mac & cheese in mug.
Updated on April 3, 2025April 3, 2025Microwave Recipe Snack

Microwave Mug Mac and Cheese – Quick, Easy & Comforting!

Craving a creamy, cheesy bowl of mac and cheese, but don’t want to deal with boiling water or washing multiple dishes? This Microwave Mug Mac and Cheese is the perfect single-serve solution! You can enjoy a warm, comforting bowl of …

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A bowl of Banarasi Chura Matar garnished with coriander and served hot
Updated on March 7, 2025March 7, 2025Snack

Chura Matar Recipe: A Delicious Winter Delight from Uttar Pradesh

Chura Matar is the perfect choice if you’re looking for a quick, flavorful, and healthy breakfast or snack. This traditional dish is from Uttar Pradesh, especially popular in Banaras (Varanasi). It is made with flattened rice (chura or poha) and …

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Updated on February 3, 2025February 3, 2025Cauliflower Gluten free Vegan

Cauliflower Bhurji – a simple, healthy, and flavorful delight

Cauliflower Bhurji is a simple yet flavorful dish, prepared quickly with minimal ingredients. If you’re looking for a quick, nutritious, and delicious dish to add to your meal plan, then Cauliflower Bhurji is a must-try! This easy-to-make dish is a …

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Updated on August 2, 2024August 2, 2024Odia Cuisine

Chitau Pitha – Chitalagi Amabasya Special

Chitau Pitha (ଚିତଉ ପିଠା) is a Odisha’s traditional pancake-like delicacy during Chitalagi Amabasya, made from a batter of rice and coconut,

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Updated on July 8, 2024July 6, 2024Dessert

Mango Seviyan Custard

Mango Seviyan Custard is a delightful dessert that combines the tropical flavor of ripe mangoes with the creamy richness of custard and the unique texture of seviyan (vermicelli).

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Tehri.
Updated on May 5, 2024May 5, 2024Awadhi Cuisine

Vegetable Tehri

𝐕𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐡𝐫𝐢 is a one-pot, fragrant, and flavorful rice dish from the Awadhi Cuisine. It seems like biryani and pulao.

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