Anshu's Food Odyssey

Loaded with a medley of flavors - little spicy, subtly tangy and mildly sweet, Gujarati Kadhi is one of the most easiest and delicious kadhi recipes made across India. Though I grew up eating the classic Punjabi Kadhi Pakora that used to be made in our household quite often, however, in recent times, I must say, I have developed a certain fondness for this beautiful and comforting Gujarati Kadhi, which is not only tasty but also very light on the palette. Pair it with simple boiled rice or khichdi (as most Gujaratis do) and you are all set for a hearty meal.   To all those who are not aware what a kadhi is, it is basically a yogurt based curry thickened with gramflour and tempered with some basic Indian spices. The style of preparing the kadhi is slightly different in Northern and Western parts of India. The Punjabi Kadhi, which comes from North India, uses somewhat more quantity of gramflour compared to the Gujarati Kadhi, which has its origin in the Western India. That...

Dhokla, a specialty from Gujarat is one of my favorite tea time snack recipes . Soft, spongy and guilt-free, dhoklas come in a huge variety and this sandwich dhokla is one of them that I have been wanting to try for quite some time. Finally, after long, I decided to make them yesterday because I was craving for some healthy and guilt-free snacks to enjoy with my evening tea. Frankly telling, they came out absolutely yum and delectable and was finished in no time. For those who are not familiar with dhokla, well, it is a popular Gujarati snack often made from a batter of chana dal and rice that is fermented overnight. It's quick and more popular version, known as Khaman is also extremely loved by foodies not only in Gujarat but in whole of India. Not requiring any fermentation, Khaman is instant and just requires besan or gram flour as the key ingredient. Another famous variant of dhokla called the Rava Dhokla (made from rava or semolina) also doesn't need...

Arbi ke Patrode as called in Hindi, Patra in Gujarati and Alu Vadi in Marathi, whatever you name them, these colocasia fritters make for an uber delicious snack to be munched anytime of the day. The vegan, gluten free and  savory fritters are made using leaves of colocasia or taro root, which are smeared with a thick gramflour batter, stacked on top of each other, rolled, steamed and finally tempered with aromatic spices like mustard seeds, curry leaves and white sesame seeds. Arbi ke Patrode Recipe | Patra Recipe | Alu Vadi Recipe | Colocasia Leaves Fritters Please note that colocasia leaves or arbi ke patte are mostly available during the monsoon season . And don't you think that perfectly adds to the monsoon fun leaving you with yet another beautiful variant of fritters to enjoy with that hop cup of evening tea, while simultaneously soaking your soul in the lovely weather and pitter patter of the rain drops pouring in the balcony?  I am sure by...

Fajeto is a famous curry recipe from the state of Gujarat. Made with a mixture of sour curd, gram flour and ripe mango puree, it is an ultimate delight loaded with tongue tickling "khatta-meetha" flavors that go oh so well with some plain steamed rice and papad on the side. Traditionally, Fajeto is light on the palette and does not have any pakodas added to it, but me being a Punjabi, have added onion and spinach pakodas to the recipe for that extra zing; you are free to skip them altogether. Also, while making this kadhi make sure that the curd is really sour, if not so, it might result in a kadhi that is overly sweet which shall ruin all the taste. Not to mention, if you are hosting a summer party and looking to add variety on your table, I promise this Gujarati Mango Kadhi would be show stopper with its unique and appetizing flavors. Do try it out!! Off to the recipe below... Ingredients For Kadhi Sour curd - 2 cups Mango puree - 1/2 to 3/...

When it comes to Gujarati snack options, Khandvi tops my list. So light and flavorful with very few calories, it truly makes for a guilt-free delight that can be savored in the morning breakfast or as an evening tea-time snack to satiate that 'chhoti bhookh'. Plain  Khandvi is something that I make quite often, so, this time I decided to make it little interesting by adding some beetroot. Not only the color of this delectable Gujarati delicacy came out pretty, it tasted awesome too because of the grated coconut stuffing. If you too are a Gujarati food lover like me or are watching your calories these days, do try out this recipe and I promise, you would certainly thank me afterwards. Coconut Stuffed Beetroot Khandvi Ingredients 1. Gram flour (besan) - 1 cup 2. Whisked yogurt - 1 cup 3. Water - 2 cups 4. Beetroot (boiled, pureed and strained) - 1/4 cup 5. Salt - as per taste 6. Lemon juice - 1/2 tbsp 7. Powdered sugar - 1/4 tbsp 8. Fresh/fr...

" Cooked between the leaves " - yes! that's what actually Panki means. If you have never heard about it before, let me tell you, its one of the most traditional Gujarati snacks made with an aromatic rice flour batter cooked inside the banana leaves. Low in calories and high in taste, it makes for a perfect breakfast option for health freaks and those looking forward to shed few extra kilos. The best part is, this snack is very easy to make and can be prepared in just a matter of few minutes. For those who are not much fond of rice flour, there are other variations too which are as healthy and delicious - go for moong dal pankis, fresh corn batter pankis, green peas pankis and semolina pankis; or play with your own ingredient choices and innovate new variations. Ingredients Few banana leaves cut into squares, circles or any shape of your choice 1 cup rice flour 1/4 cup semolina 1/4 cup beaten curd 1/4 cup freshly chopped coriander leaves 1/2 tbsp oil 2 ...