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Instant Pot Spinach Dal

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These creamy spiced lentils are so easy to make and call for only a handful of ingredients! This really is the perfect anytime meal: it’s comforting enough to eat in cool weather and light enough to enjoy in warm weather. Dal Palak, also known as spinach dal, is my go-to lazy dinner. This super simple… Read More

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 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 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

Beet Raita

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This simple beet raita is a chilled yogurt sauce made with beets, yogurt and a few spices. It’s a simple cooling side, a perfect accompaniment to a spicy dish. This beetroot raita is as delicious as it is fun to look at! 😍It’ll steal the spotlight on your table – I mean, look at that… Read More

Instant Pot Malabar Goat Pepper Fry

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This Malabar goat pepper fry is a south Indian dish where the meat is coated in a thick and flavorful masala sauce. This dish is easy to make in an instant pot and results in perfectly tender meat. Malabar goat pepper fry is one of my favorite ways to prepare goat meat! This south Indian… Read More

Instant Pot Lamb Rogan Josh

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This perfectly cooked lamb will melt in your mouth! Rogan Josh is a popular mild curry that is so easy to make in an instant pot! The meat is cooked in an onion and yogurt gravy, making it both flavorful and tender. The fiery red color of this curry is misleading – rogan josh is… Read More

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