The Healthy Vegetarian Recipe Blog
I am claiming this masala chai recipe “authentic” and “traditional” by virtue of a few things. Let me explain, and please don’t take my claims at face value. First, is that I have had the pleasure of enjoying masala chai in India many times. I can tell you that traditional masala chai is nothing like…
This black bean vegetarian burger is full of the flavor of fresh herbs and spices, while the chewiness of the farro grain gives it a satisfying, toothy texture. This recipe comes together quickly, and a full batch makes 10 good-sized burgers. That’s enough for a family dinner, or even a dinner party. Extras can easily…
This unique mashed potatoes recipe features three fun flavor twists that transform this comforting vegetable side dish into a cultured umami experience. Imagine: ginger and a bit of green chili is caramelized in ghee and mixed into the mashed potato with cultured yogurt, Himalayan pink salt, and black pepper. Are your tastebuds dancing? They should…
If you like Brussel sprouts, you may love Indian spiced Brussel sprouts, because the addition of turmeric, ginger and cumin combine beautifully and bring excitement and flair to the palate. Brussel sprouts look like mini cabbages, with a slightly bitter taste to match. However, the taste profile of a Brussel sprout is even more complex…
To me, the revelation of this vegetarian sausage roll recipe was like traveling back in time to the happy days of childhood, when my mom would serve fancy appetizers, hot out of the oven, to guests on special occasions. You may share a similar memory. But now you’re committed to a healthier diet, and at…
Mung bean dal in buttermilk curry is easy to make, and eating this dish may feel like giving your body and mind a calming spa treatment. Hailing from Gujarat, a state on India’s northwestern coast, and known in India as khatta mung, this very popular mung bean dal is both comforting and sublime. I love…
Are you looking for a quick vegetable side dish that’s guaranteed to bring smiles to everyone’s faces at your next dinner event? Roasted beets with maple butter is a solid choice. You may have noticed that the sweet taste makes you feel happier? Well, roasted beets are a gift from nature since they are naturally…
Basmati rice and caramelized cumin are perfect for each other. The earthy, punchy depth of the cumin only accentuates the sweet and fragrant mellow canvas that is basmati rice. And then it gets better. This cumin rice recipe features the rich, nutty taste of ghee, with mellow, warming, woodsy flavors from cinnamon sticks, whole clove,…
All chefs who are worth their salt understand the intricacies of seasoning with salt, and how different types of salt impact their food. You may not be a professional chef, but salt is a ubiquitous element that you consume every single day. Salt matters to your health. What do you really need to know about…
