Spinach Roti on Induction| Palak Chapati| Vit B12 and folate rich vegetarian food

This chapatti recipe is for those who are not at all fond of spinach. This includes me. Also, this is the best way to make kids eat spinach. Also for those who are looking for vegan/vegetarian food rich in Vit B12 and folate, this recipe is perfect for your taste buds and health too. 

 A tip- try to use baby spinach leaves, it gives a lovely colour. These chapatis are packed with Iron. I recommend you all include it in your daily meal. All you need is

 Click the above video

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup wheat flour

1 cup baby spinach

¼ tsp Salt

¼ cup water or as required

1 tsp oil

¼ cup wheat flour for rolling

METHOD:

1.    Wash the spinach properly, and blanch the spinach.

2.    Make sure you do not overcook it. boil it for 3-4 minutes and strain it.

3.    Now blend spinach into a fine puree.

4.    For dough- in a bowl add wheat flour, salt and spinach puree. Mix everything well.

5.    Add little water as required and start kneading the dough.

6.    Make a soft dough. Now once the dough is well-kneaded cover it and allow it to rest for 15 minutes.

7.    After 15 minutes knead the dough for a minute, apply oil and make small dough balls.

8.    Meanwhile, heat a tawa or a pan.

9.    Roll the dough balls into a thin disc.

10.                      Now place the rolled chapati on hot tawa.

11.                      Cook it till the underside is slightly brown or you see bubbles on the surface. It hardly takes 30 secs.

12.                      Flip it and again cook for 20 seconds and then cook it on the gas flame. (TO know how to cook chapatti on an induction hob view the video recipe given above)

13.                      Remove the chapati, similarly make all the chapatis, apply ghee and serve it hot or either keep it in a hot pot.

Tip- instead of spinach you can use kale.

 

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Vegetable Suji Idli/ Semolina Idli

Vegetable Rava Idli is a healthy, light and nutritious breakfast option. Also it is low in calorie. Good for those who are very strict with their calorie intake. You can make it within no time; it is a super quick recipe. I am using traditional steaming method to make it. You can make these Idli’s in microwave also. To increase the health count I am adding vegetables to it. You can add vegetables of your choice (Peas, corns, broccoli, French beans etc.).  Try this recipe-

( click the link for video recipe)

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup Rava (Suji)

¾ cup Curd

½ cup water

½ Tsp Salt

½ cup fine chopped vegetables (carrot, onions, coriander, green chilies and tomato)

1 Tbsp Oil

1 Tbsp Lemon Juice

3-4 curry leaves, chopped

Pinch of asafetida

1 Tsp Soda bi carb or 1 ½ Tsp Fruit Salt

Method:

1.    In a bowl mix Rava and curd, add water and beat it into a smooth batter.

2.    Allow it to rest for 30 minutes. Rava will get soaked properly.

3.    After 30 minutes, add oil, salt, vegetables, curry leaves and salt.

4.    Mix everything well.

5.    Lastly add lemon juice, asafetida and fruit salt.

6.    Do not beat the batter, fold in the batter gently in one direction.

7.    Now grease the idli pot with oil.

8.    Pour in the Idli batter.

9.    Steam it for 15 minutes on a medium flame. Another option is Microwave. Pour the idli batter into MICRO-SAFE Idli pot. And micro it for 3 minutes on high power.

10.                      Serve it with Chutney and hot sambhar.

11.                      Tip- You can temper the Idli batter to add more taste. And then make the idli’s.

 

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Quinoa Masoor Khichadi

Khichadi is healthy, wholesome, one pot meal. I am making a protein-rich LOW-CALORIE “Quinoa Masoor Khichadi”. It is tasty, healthy and packed with protein. Also, it is gluten free and a perfect dish to satiate your taste buds.

SERVINGS-2

INGREDIENTS

¼ cup Quinoa

¼ cup Masoor Dal (Brown Lentil)

¼ Tsp Turmeric

¼ Tsp Cumin

½ Tsp Salt 

For Tempering-

1 Tbsp Olive oil or Ghee [you can use any other oil]

1 tsp Cumin

¼ Tsp asafetida

3-4 dry Red Chili

4-5 Curry Leaves

1 Tsp Ginger paste

1 Tomato, diced

½ Tsp Coriander Powder

½ Tsp Cumin Powder

½ Tsp Garam Masala

¼ cup Water

METHOD-

Firstly prepare the khichadi. For that-

·       Wash Masoor and Quinoa thoroughly, and soak it for 15 minutes.

·       Meanwhile in a heavy bottomed pan boil 1 1/2 cups of water.

·       Add soaked dal and Quinoa, turmeric, cumin and salt. Stir it and cook on a medium flame.

·       It will require 15 minutes for khichadi to get cooked completely. 

Meanwhile, prepare Tempering (Tadka) for the Khichadi-

·       Heat Ghee or Oil in a Tadka Pan. Add cumin, allow it to splutter.

·       Add curry leaves, asafetida, ginger paste, red chili fry it for a minute on a high flame.

·       Add in diced tomatoes, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder and garam masala.

·       Sauté the tadka. Add a dash of water to avoid burning.

Now check on the Khichadi after 15 minutes. You see the Quinoa and Dal is completely cooked.

Pour the tempering over khichadi and give it a nice mix. Khichadi is ready to serve.

Drizzle some ghee and garnish it with fresh chopped coriander.

I bet you will love this khichadi. It is soulful and satisfies the hunger.

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Macaroni Salad

Macaroni Salad is a summer classic. I absolutely love it! It is a healthy, beautiful, colorful, delicious and a flavorful bowl. You can have it as a side dish or even as a party appetizer. I like to carry it while traveling.  I am using some basic salad ingredients for this. And the dressing is sweet and tangy which makes it a hit dish.

Try this recipe and beat the heat. All you need is-

INGREDIENTS                                                          SERVINGS: 2

1 cup Macaroni

1 Tbsp Olive Oil

1 Garlic clove, chopped

¼ cup Red Cabbage, shredded

¼ cup Bell Peppers, diced

¼ cup Cucumber
¼ cup Boiled Corns

¼ cup sliced Onion

¼ cup diced Cherry Tomato

FOR DRESSING:

½ Tsp Black Pepper powder

1 Tsp Oregano

1 Tbsp Olive Oil

1 Tsp Honey

½ Tsp Red Chili flakes

½ Tsp Salt

1 Tbsp Tomato Paste or Ketchup

1 Tsp Lemon Juice

METHOD:

1.    Heat olive oil in a pan; add garlic, red cabbage and bell peppers.

2.    Sauté it for 2 minutes on a high flame, till the veggies are soft. Remove it from the flame and keep it aside.

3.    Meanwhile in a bowl add cucumber, onions, tomatoes, corns, macaroni and sautéed veggies. Toss it.

4.     For Dressing- mix honey, olive oil, lemon juice, chili flakes, oregano, salt and black pepper. Mix it well.

5.    Pour the dressing over the salad (step-3).

6.    Toss it again. And serve it.

7.    You can keep it in refrigerator for chilling.

8.    Serve it as an appetizer for party or you can have it in your lunch box as well.

 

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Corn Salsa

This is a super fresh corn salad tossed with some peppers, herbs and lime juice. This salad is quite simple yet full of flavors. I think it is the best salad for summer time parties. It is delectable, colorful and looks cute as an appetizer. Serve it with Nachos or with Graham Crackers. All you need is

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups Corns [fresh or frozen]

1 Tbsp Olive oil

¼ cup Spring onions, chopped

½ cup Bell Peppers [green, red and yellow], chopped

½ cup Cherry Tomato

¼ cup Cilantro or coriander

2 Tbsp Lime juice

1 Tsp Mixed Herbs

½ Tsp Red Chili Flakes

¼ Tsp Black Pepper Crushed

¼ Salt or to taste

¼ Cup Cheese [I am using Cheddar cheese]

METHOD:

1.    Heat oil in a pan. Add spring onions and bell peppers. Sauté it on a low flame.

2.    Once the bell peppers gets soft add in corns. Mix it well. Sauté for another one minute.

3.    Add in salt, red chili flakes, herbs, cilantro and crushed black pepper. Mix everything well.

4.    Squeeze in the lemon juice.

5.    Add cheese. Mix it quickly and remove it from the flame. You will see that the cheese gets melt.

6.    Lastly, add the tomatoes toss it and serve it.

7.    Sprinkle some more cheese and cilantro while serving.

8.    It goes well with Nachos or even with Crackers.

Best, light and quick appetizer for cocktail party!

Do try the recipe!

 

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