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31 October, 2013

Indian mango pickle without oil (Vendhaya manga)

Indian mango pickle without oil (Vendhaya manga)
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This is a very simple and delicious mango pickle made with simple spices. “Venthaya manga” is a traditional south-Indian side dish that goes well with yogurt. Made this way, it has no oil and is delightfully fragrant with fenugreek and asafoetida. I make a fresh batch of this every two weeks and it lasts 5-7
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31 October, 2013

Herbilicious Pasta

Herbilicious Pasta
Posted in : Main course on by : apsara
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This is a pasta recipe using my favorite herbs- mint and coriander. The homemade pasta sauce is wholesome and delicious. This recipe is suitable for vegans since it tastes good without cheese. The addition of nuts adds a great texture. Ingredients: whole wheat penne/rotini pasta- 1 cup fresh mint leaves-   1 bunch fresh coriander
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29 October, 2013

chia seeds in cereal

chia seeds in cereal
Comments : 2 Posted in : Tips to make daily food healthy on by : apsara

Chia seeds have been used in ancient civilizations like the Mayan in south America, now considered a Superfood. They are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, protein and are easily digestible and can control blood sugar. Chia seeds when mixed with water (hot or cold) and allowed to stand for a few minutes, form
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24 October, 2013

flax seed powder in curries

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We all hear about omega-3’s and one of the best sources is flax seed. It’s also a good fiber source. Here’s more information from a packet of Bob’s Red Mill Flaxseed Meal: Harmful LDL drops and beneficial HDL stays put or even improves. Flaxseed has high levels of antioxidants called lignans. Lignans bind to circulating
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23 October, 2013

Finger-millet chocolate cookies

Finger-millet chocolate cookies
Comments : 2 Posted in : Eggless cookies on by : apsara
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Few ingredients taste delicious with finger millet as well as cocoa powder. Here is a recipe for healthy ragi cookies with whole ingredients. Makes a popular snack for kids. Ingredients: Ragi (finger-millet) flour- 1 cup Whole wheat pastry flour- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)- 2 tbsp. baking powder- 1/2 tsp. baking soda- 1/4 tsp. butter-
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20 October, 2013

Brown Rice for Everyday Meals

Brown Rice for Everyday Meals
Comments : 28 Posted in : Main course, Tips to make daily food healthy on by : apsara
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  Switching from white rice to whole rice or brown rice is one of the most fundamental changes that can be made in a diet that is rice-based. Brown rice contains both the bran and germ in addition to the endosperm part of the grain. It is more nutritious than white rice. Since it is
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