On the Flame - Celebrating Vegetarian Cooking

Muhammara Dip/Roasted Red Pepper Dip

April 7, 2025April 7, 2025Leave a Comment

Muhammara is a rich, hearty, and flavorful dip that originated in Aleppo, Syria, and has since become popular across the Middle East and around the world. The name “Muhammara” comes …

Beverages & Drinks

Homemade Thandai/Thandai Syrup Recipe

April 1, 2025April 1, 2025Leave a Comment

Thandai is aromatic and flavorful. It is packed with cooling ingredients. It is a traditional Indian drink, especially popular during Holi, Mahashivratri, and the summer months. The name ‘Thandai’ itself …

Appetizers & Snacks

Chinese Bhel/Crispy Noodle Bhel

January 23, 2025January 23, 2025Leave a Comment

Chinese Bhel is a delightful Indo-Chinese fusion snack made with crispy noodles, fresh vegetables, and flavorful sauces. This bhel is crunchy, tangy, spicy, and perfect for a quick snack or …

Appetizers & Snacks Dessert & Sweets

Easy Peanut Chikki/Peanut Gajak Recipe

January 13, 2025January 13, 2025Leave a Comment

Peanut Chikki (Gajak/Indian Peanut Brittle) is a beloved traditional Indian sweet, particularly enjoyed during winters and the festival of Makar Sankranti in January. This sweet, crispy, and crunchy delight is …

Appetizers & Snacks

Khaman Dhokla Chaat

November 13, 2024November 13, 2024Leave a Comment

Attention, Dhokla lovers and Chaat lovers! This one’s for you. This tasty Leftover Khaman Dhokla Chaat is perfect for a snack-time treat or try preparing it for a gathering. Never …

Appetizers & Snacks

Stuffed Sweet Mini Peppers

September 26, 2024September 26, 2024Leave a Comment

Those sweet mini peppers really are little flavor-packed gems! Their vibrant colors and crunchy texture make them so versatile, whether tossed into a salad, grilled for that smoky flavor, or …

Cake & Bake Dessert & Sweets

Perfect Eggless Apple Pie Recipe

September 26, 2024September 24, 2024Leave a Comment

Eggless Apple Pie sounds like a delicious tradition to family and a must have dessert to complete your holiday spread. Apple Pie is an iconic American dessert, served and made …

Dessert & Sweets

Rajasthani Mawa Malpua Recipe

August 25, 2024August 25, 2024Leave a Comment

Malpua is indeed a delectable traditional Indian dessert with a rich history, especially popular in Rajasthan and other parts of North India. The combination of the soft, fluffy pancake-like malpua …

Dessert & Sweets

Kesar Rabri/Lachha Rabri Recipe

August 22, 2024August 12, 2024Leave a Comment

Rabdi or Kesar Rabdi is indeed a beloved dessert in Indian cuisine, known for its rich, creamy texture and delicate flavors. This dessert is made by simmering full-fat milk on …

Appetizers & Snacks

Potato Puff Pattice/Aloo Puff Patties

August 6, 2024August 6, 2024Leave a Comment

Aloo puff pastry or Potato puff patty is indeed a beloved snack in India, perfect for any occasion! Puff pastries are indeed a global delight, with countless variations filled with …