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Dairy-Free Rasmalai (Gluten-Free and Paleo)

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This milky dessert is made with “cheese” dumplings soaked in malai, a thick cream flavored with cardamom, pistachios, rosewater and saffron. Gluten Free and Dairy Free Rasmalai?! Yes! Rasmalai or ras malai is one of my favorite Indian desserts! What’s not to love about cardamom and saffron scented milky dumplings soaked in cream? In this… Read More

Instant Pot Kala Chana (Brown Chickpea Curry)

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Kala chana or brown chickpea curry is a flavorful north Indian dish that’s so easy to make in an instant pot! This is a simple Punjabi vegetarian dish that goes perfectly with rice or roti. It calls for kala chana also known as black chickpeas – though I call them brown chickpeas because that’s what… Read More

Paleo Paneer (dairy-free, keto, gluten-free)

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It’s hard to believe these creamy melt-in-your-mouth “cheese” cubes are dairy free. This cashew cheese paleo paneer is a tasty option for those of you who love Indian food but can’t tolerate dairy. I’m so excited about finally sharing this recipe for paleo paneer on my blog! It’s a recipe I came up with around… Read More

Golden Milk (Haldi ka Doodh)

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Golden Milk, also known as haldi ka doodh, is an ancient healing remedy commonly used in India to treat colds or other minor illnesses. This delicious golden hued milky tea is spiced with turmeric, ginger, black pepper and cardamom and lightly sweetened with honey. What is Golden Milk? In India and well, now here in… Read More

Instant Pot Moong Dal Payasam

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Have you ever eaten a dessert made with lentils?! Sweetened lentils are the star of this simple sweet dish! This moong dal payasam is made with small yellow lentils, jaggery, cardamom and coconut milk! This Kerala style moong dal payasam is sweet, creamy and absolutely delicious! Moong dal payasam is basically the south Indian version… Read More

Instant Pot Idli Dosa Batter + How to Steam Idli

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You can now easily make soft, fluffy idlis and thin, crispy dosas using homemade idli dosa batter! The Instant Pot makes it so easy to make and ferment this batter! You can steam idli right in the Instant Pot too! Idli and dosa are often served for breakfast or brunch in south Indian homes along… Read More

Apple Jalebi (gluten free, paleo, vegan)

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You are going to love these Indian apple fritters! I’m sharing the most delicious recipe for apple jalebi! These apple donuts are served in a warm cardamom spiced syrup and garnished with crushed pistachios. These apple jalebis are so decadent! They’re also somewhat guilt-free! I consider them to be a “healthier” dessert. They are paleo-friendly,… Read More

Instant Pot Achari Chicken Curry

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Achari chicken curry is an aromatic, flavorful and tangy North Indian dish made with the same spices that are typically used to make Indian pickles, also known as achar. Out of all Indian chicken curries, I’d say achari chicken curry (also known as achari murgh) is the most flavorful. Bold statement, I know. But this… Read More

Instant Pot Butternut Squash Halwa (Pudding)

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This butternut squash halwa is a creamy, sweet and rich pudding spiced with cardamom and served with a crunchy nut garnish. I wanted to share this recipe while it’s still butternut squash season! If you’ve never tried halwa before, it’s a traditional Indian dessert. You may have tried carrot halwa before – it’s one of… Read More

Instant Pot Royal Egg Korma

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This silky and mildly spiced egg korma is both impressive enough to serve guests and yet easy enough to make on a weeknight! This flavorful, aromatic and nutty egg korma is a Mughlai dish, meaning a royal dish. My recipe is delicious and simple to make in an instant pot! I love that you can… Read More

Instant Pot Kerala Ground Beef Stew

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This delicious, comforting and aromatic Kerala ground beef stew is made by cooking ground meat, potatoes and carrots in spiced coconut milk. By using an instant pot, you can have this stew ready to eat in no time! This ground beef coconut milk stew is my simpler take on the popular Keralite “ishtu” (stew). Rather… Read More

Instant Pot Pav Bhaji

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This popular Indian street food is so easy to make in an instant pot! And thanks to my pre-made onion masala, this one pot dish is literally a dump and cook type of recipe! Pav bhaji is a popular Indian street food dish originally from Mumbai. If you’ve never heard of this dish – “pav”… Read More

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