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Recipes by Meghna Patel

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Mango Macadamia Muffin

Mango Macadamia Muffin by Meghna Patel

Mango Macadamia Muffin is my tribute to my trip to Kauai. These are so light, fluffy, and tropical, healthy and delicious that there were gone in minutes.

2 votes
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Masoor Dal –Red Lentil Stew

Masoor Dal –Red Lentil Stew by Meghna Patel

Dal in general is a true soul food for any Indian at heart. I relish any kind of dal with simple steamed rice. Arhar or Tool and Moong dals top the chart but I am in mood for something different today. Hummm….. I searched my pantry high and low and I found a jar of Masoor Dal/Red Lentil . Now Masoor Dal is not frequently made in…

1 vote
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Paneer Pasanda

Paneer Pasanda by Meghna Patel

Paneer Pasanda is delectable dish made with crispy stuffed paneer in rich and aromatic curry. This dish stands out from any other paneer dish and finger licking good! I first had it during one my trips to India in a very small joint and instantly became my favorite paneer curry. I have been craving it for a while and this is my…

1 vote
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Coriander and Onion Chilla/Puda

Coriander and Onion Chilla/Puda by Meghna Patel

Chilla reminds me of my Grandmother. Besan Chilla or Puda as she called it was her favorite and quick lunch. Chillas are savory crepes typically made with besan or chickpea flour, but again they come in many different verities. So here is my version of Chilla that will surly please your demanding taste buds.IngredientsMethodCut the…

1 vote
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Masoor Dal –Red Lentil Stew

Masoor Dal –Red Lentil Stew by Meghna Patel

Dal in general is a true soul food for any Indian at heart. I relish any kind of dal with simple steamed rice. Arhar or Tool and Moong dals top the chart but I am in mood for something different today. Hummm….. I searched my pantry high and low and I found a jar of Masoor Dal/Red Lentil . Now Masoor Dal is not frequently made in…

1 vote
298 views
Paneer Pasanda

Paneer Pasanda by Meghna Patel

Paneer Pasanda is delectable dish made with crispy stuffed paneer in rich and aromatic curry. This dish stands out from any other paneer dish and finger licking good! I first had it during one my trips to India in a very small joint and instantly became my favorite paneer curry. I have been craving it for a while and this is my…

1 vote
238 views
Roasted Gobi Aloo (Cauliflower and Potatoes)

Roasted Gobi Aloo (Cauliflower and Potatoes) by Meghna Patel

Gobi Aloo or Cauliflower and Potatoes, is a very common and frequent place holder at Indian households’ dinner table. There are many ways to cook Gobi Aloo and recipe below displays my way of making it. I love roasted vegetable. Roasting concentrates and therefore intensifies flavors of veggies and brown crust adds to the…

1 vote
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Aloo Tikki

Aloo Tikki by Meghna Patel

IngredientsMethodCook Potatoes until well done. I cook them in microwave. To cook by microwave, peel, clean, rough chop, and cook in a covered bowl on 6-7 minutes or until done. Time will vary depending on your microwave.In a mixing bowl, mash Potatoes and add all other ingredients except oil.Mix well and do taste test. If…

1 vote
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Grilled White Peaches with Cherry and Balsamic Sauce

Grilled White Peaches with Cherry and Balsamic Sauce by Meghna Patel

IngredientsSauceMethodPreparing SauceWash and remove stems and pits from CherriesPuree Cherries in a blender. Two Cups of whole Cherries will yield about a cup pureeIn a sauce pan, mix Cherry Puree, Balsamic Vinegar, Brown Sugar, and Coconut Oil and bring it to boil.Simmer for 5 minutes and remove from heat.Add Vanilla Extract and…

1 vote
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Handava/Handvo

Handava/Handvo by Meghna Patel

Hello … I know it’s been a while since I posted but just been busy. As you may know, I have been following Dr’ Fuhrman’s diet and this week marks six weeks since I have been on the program. So the total weight loss equals to (drum roll….) 14 Lbs. I did cheat here and there as I was traveling on and off but it’s an achievement.…

1 vote
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