Category Archives: Low Cost

CHICKEN SOUP AND RICE FOR MY SOUL

Posted on February 19, 2014 by nituchugani

Chicken soup for my soul and body… Thats what this one dish meal is all about. A wholesome non fatty chicken stock full of vegetables and rice. Inspired by the singaporean chicken and rice dish, i have taken my creation … Continue reading →

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CREAMY MUSHROOM SOUP

Posted on February 9, 2014 by nituchugani

There is nothing like a warm bowl of soup on a cold wintry day. This recipe has been sent to me by Visha Vasnani of Tenerife. Thank you so much Visha. Mushrooms are low in calorie because of their water … Continue reading →

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SPRING ONION PARATHAS

Posted on January 26, 2014 by nituchugani

Parathas make an excellent snack, side or breakfast dish. One can make parathas with a variety of filling, both healthy, unhealthy, sweet and savoury. Its now winter in Spain and our vegetable shops have spring onions in abundance. I decided … Continue reading →

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OKRA AND POTATOES SINDHI STYLE WITH KHICHRI

Posted on November 25, 2013 by nituchugani

Okras are a great source of vitamins and fibre and such a versatile vegetable. We Sindhis tend to make this in many different ways. Deep fried , or smothered in green chutney, filled with spices and then sauteed etc etc. … Continue reading →

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HEALTHY VEGETARIAN MOUSAKKA

Posted on November 17, 2013 by nituchugani

Today i bring you a healthy recipe sent to me by Ravneet Arora. This vegetarian mousakka is delicous and easy to make. Boiled brown lentils replace the minced meat in a regular mousakka. You can even use cooked soya mince … Continue reading →

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BASIC RED INDIAN SAUCE

Posted on November 10, 2013 by nituchugani

Having a basic sauce in the fridge/freezer is a real boon for days when you have no time to cook. I have been asked many a time for an easy , healthy , and yet delicious basic sauce for our … Continue reading →

Posted in Everything Vegetarian, Fusion, Gluten Free, Healthy Options, Ideas for meals, Indian Restaurant Dishes, Jain recipes, Low Cost, Magic Bullet, Nitu´s Spicy Delights, Quick Recipes | Tagged , , , , , | 4 Comments

EGGLESS APPLE CAKE

Posted on September 19, 2013 by nituchugani

Today my facebook page has crossed 11,000 followers!! This calls for a celebration! In India we always celebrate with something sweet.. Today how about an eggless apple cake? My dear friend and follower Bhumika Jadhwani who lives in the same … Continue reading →

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CHICKEN TIKKA TIKKIS

Posted on September 18, 2013 by nituchugani

Do you like to throw away left overs ? Does your family eat left overs without a fuss? Well if they do, you can always “recyle” your left over food. Todays recipe is “chicken tikka recycled”, wether its left over … Continue reading →

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NITUS SPECIAL SPICY LENTILS

Posted on September 16, 2013 by nituchugani

Lentils form a great part of the daily diet in the average indian household. A great source of protein for the vegetarians and vegans. We are soo fortunate to have so many types of lentils available in our country India. … Continue reading →

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WHITE SAUCE/BECHAMEL GLUTEN FREE RECIPE N VIDEO

Posted on September 5, 2013 by nituchugani

Bechamel or white sauce is the mother of all sauces. It is used as a base for many sauces, or as an ingredient for making croquettes, pies, lasagne and canneloni  etc. It is simple to make if you follow a … Continue reading →

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