Milk Barfi
With Navarati this week, i made a barfi as an offering to our shrine this morning, Here is the most easiest barfi recipes i’ve worked with. My kids love it, and it tastes so much better homemade, as you … Continue reading
With Navarati this week, i made a barfi as an offering to our shrine this morning, Here is the most easiest barfi recipes i’ve worked with. My kids love it, and it tastes so much better homemade, as you … Continue reading
For almost 6 months, I’ve tried to perfect a chocolate cake recipe for my son’s birthday cake this year. Its in a months time so i thought today i may trial a recipe, and with a couple of tweaks … Continue reading
If you haven’t tried these wonderful fluffy, savory sponge Gujarati sponge cakes, now is the time! A thick fermented gram flour and yogurt batter steamed till it’s like a soft fluffy pillow. Cooled, cut into squares tempered with mustard seeds … Continue reading
I loved making these heart shaped cookies with my dear little valentine! Such an easy recipe, quick and they can be creative with the icing! You will need: Ingredients 125g/4oz butter 55g/2oz caster sugar plus extra to finish 180g plain … Continue reading
A really simple dish that is perfect to impress your loved ones this Valentines. Ingredients 5 pieces of cod, skin off 200g uncooked chorizo 200g cherry tomatoes 1 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp paprika 4 garlic cloves … Continue reading
The other day i was trying to find activities to do with my little one. We got the playdoh out, that game lasted about 5 minutes, then we got the paints, half of that went on the dining table, … Continue reading
These are the recipes from the Telegraph show where i will be demonstrating my recipes live! A southern Indian prawn curry, chappatis, and my healthy chilli choc avocado mousse. I’m a British born writer, chef, cooking class teacher and a … Continue reading
Its that time of year again when the festivities begin, and if your like me start planning what your going to be making for the days ahead whilst your all at home. Its such a wonderful time to spend time … Continue reading
Upcoming events this week which is going to involve glorious home cooked food for Diwali and New year celebrations. We pray to our gods, spend time with our loved ones and do various pujas (religious prayers and practice) outside our … Continue reading
I thought it may be handy to share some daily recipes to help making cooking in the evening that tad bit easier. Here are some of my recipes to help inspire your daily feasts ahead. I’ve not added anything for … Continue reading
I love it when i’m able to create a special curry based on just trying out spices, and condiments in my cabinet. This was an experiment to see if the flavours would work, and they so did ! So happy … Continue reading
This is an ultimate guilt free, dairy free dessert! The creamy avocados make this incredible dessert silky and smooth. If you want this to be a vegan dessert, then just add 200g of blended silken tofu instead of egg whites. … Continue reading
Check out the lovely article featured on Willow and Hall. https://www.willowandhall.co.uk/blog/sunita-solanki/
This is a quick way to add a slight kick to your mango. Simply toast some chilli flakes on a flat pan and then add it to sliced mango, sprinkle with torn up mint leaves. It simply tastes amazing, Add … Continue reading
I always come across big pieces of salmon in the Supermarket, but was never too sure how to cook it and what to do with it! I decided to experiment and bring this baby home! The largest fish they had, … Continue reading
Having friends over for dinner this week? Why not try this slaw with buffalo wings and sweet potato baked wedges, which was a perfect meal for family and friends. Here is a simple way of sprucing up a slaw without … Continue reading
For anyone that knows me (which is my family!) they are aware of my lack of baking skills. It’s not one of strongest areas! However I’ve mastered the art of a very simple dessert which will impress. My apple, peach, … Continue reading
With half term on its way, i always try to pre-plan what I’m going to be doing with the kids, so that i don’t hear the words. “I’m bored!” I’m sure many of you, as with me, love the idea … Continue reading
Sambaro is a traditional dish made in Gujarat. Its normally served with lentils, and a vegetarian dinner. However i rustled it up with chicken tikka and it tasted superb! Here is the recipe. Ingredients: For 8 people 1 Cabbage 6 … Continue reading
The craze to wanting to making these chocolates all started when i attended a superb event recently. My lovely friend had made these gorgeous raw heart-shaped chocolates, and to make them taste even more divine than they looked, she added … Continue reading
Great Fun hosting todays mid day Supper Club. I demonstrated how to make an Indian Masala, a base to any curry. Lunch Kidney bean masala served with cumin couscous and sun blushed tomatoes. Dessert Mango mouse topped with pistachio. Ended … Continue reading
A simple recipe for a cucumber and mint raita. All you need to do is take greek yogurt and add to a serving bowl, season with salt, pepper and a pinch of chilli powder. Grate the cucumber in another … Continue reading
One of my favourite twists on an Eton Mess. Coconut cream with a hint of double cream muddled in. Ingredients 100ml coconut cream 100ml double cream 7 large strawberries 2 meringue nests Mint leaves Edible flowers Method In a large bowl … Continue reading
A great little link forwarded from a fabulous friend, Yoga Teacher Dipa Trivedi. A must try Dipa, thanks for the link! And thank you to David Wolfe for the recipe, I learnt a thing or two from this! http://www.davidwolfe.com/turmeric-coconut-milk-better-sleep-digestion/
One of my most favourite flowers, not only are they decorative, but they are also edible. Marigolds add a citrus taste to foods, so you can add them to salads, seafood dishes or hot desserts such as a chocolate … Continue reading
Prawns dipped in breadcrumb, and then fried till they are crispy. A great starter, and a dish to share with friends and family. ingredients 10 king prawns – de-shelled and deveined. 1tsp salt 3 cloves crushed garlic 1tsp chilli flakes 1tsp … Continue reading
This is one of my all time simple, yet favourite drinks. Refreshing, and cooling its tastes great with tons of ice. Simply slice the kiwi and lime, top with ice and sparkling water. Inspired by a Indian sherbet drink i … Continue reading
I love the flavours in this dish. Tastes great hot or cold, and takes only 20 minutes in the oven! Ingredients 5 Chicken pieces, leg or thigh tastes best. 1tsp cinnamon powder 1tsp honey 1/2 salt 1 thumb size ginger 1tsp … Continue reading
If you have any leftover risotto, don’t throw it away as you could transform this into a wonderful little starter. I’ve added subtle spices to the rice, and then used coriander in my breadcrumb to add my little indian twist. … Continue reading