Nothing reminds me more of my childhood than Indian street corn roasted on an open flame rubbed with chili, lime, salt and spices. YUM! Corn is incredibly nutritious. It is high in fiber, b-vitamins, minerals like zinc and magnesium, phyto-nutrients like lutein and zeaxanthin, etc. This is my twist on the classic. I hope you loveRead more
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Cauli rice is a fabulous way to add more micronutrients like vit C, anti-oxidants like quercetin, fiber and plant diversity to your meals. If you think it’s a bit uninspiring, make this version. The fennel, cumin and coriander add flavor and a digestion boosting. I hope you love it! RECIPEIngredients 3(-ish) cups of diced cauliflowerRead more
Baingan Ka Bharta is literally translated as Eggplant Mishmash. This Indian classic is a crowd-pleaser across all ages, with each family’s version slightly unique, and always delicious. My fam’s recipe is below. I hope you and your kids love it! RECIPE Yield4 servings as a main Ingredients 2 medium eggplantsavocado oil to rub the eggplantsRead more
DETOX! Come January 1st, so many of us will jump on the ‘detox’ wagon #amiright?! Nothing wrong with a conscious and intentional detox but our bodies are engaged in detoxifIcation ALL THE TIME via our liver, kidneys, bowels, sweat glands, DNA repair mechanisms etc etc. If we supported those innate, always working detox processes routinely, weRead more
The Indian dish Muttar Paneer gets some plant based love and I know you will LOVE it! RECIPE Yield4 servings Ingredients 1/2 chopped onion2 minced garlic cloves1/2 tsp grated ginger1.5 tbsp of avocado oil1/2 tsp turmeric2 tsp ground cumin 2 tsp ground coriander1/2 tsp Garam Masala1 tbsp tomato paste 1 cup chopped firm tofu (useRead more
Whenever you see the color purple in nature, you are looking at ANTHOCYANINS. Plant-based antioxidants with powerful health benefits! When possible leave that purple skin on the eggplant. This curry is inspired by southern Indian flavors with a spice mama twist. I hope you LOVE it! RECIPE Yield4 servings Ingredients 1/4 tsp nigella seeds1/2 tspRead more
My aunt Vinita makes a finger-licking ‘Lahsun Vaale Aloo’ or Garlicky Potatoes. This recipe is inspired by her. Garlic is SO good for us, fodder for our microbiome and SO delicious as our potatoes. I added frozen spinach to up the nutritional ante and make this a more complete veggie side. Enjoy with a bowlRead more
When it comes to swoon-worthy Indian restaurant classics, it doesn’t get any more iconic than chicken tikka masala. I decided to take that creamy, dreamy crowd-pleaser of a dish in a decidedly plant-based direction—with zero compromises on flavor. An unconventional hit of smoked paprika adds depth and complexity, and cashews lend richness without the heavinessRead more
This is the season for cozy curries like this Jalfrezi (I made it with shrimp but you can use chickpeas for a vegan option) – literally a hug in a bowl. I hope it soothes your belly and soul as we get ready to close out this wild ride of a year. RECIPE Yield4 servingsRead more
The detox trends (juice cleanses, fad diets) always makes me cringe a little because the truth is our bodies are engaged in detoxification ALL THE TIME and the best way to support those processes is by supplying our system with the right nourishment. This spiced chickpea dandelion stew is designed to do just that withRead more
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