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Black Lentils And Radish Curry

by Hearty Food Talks August 13, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Black Lentils and Radish Curry

Radish is a crisp, crunchy, and slightly peppery root vegetable from the mustard family. It is just perfect to be sliced and added to salads, curries, and pickles. Radishes are consumed across the globe. Right from Asia, to Europe, Egypt, USA, and Mexico. There are many varieties of radishes. The most popular ones are white and long like a carrot, small, and round shaped with red skin and white flesh.

Radishes are amazing for the overall wellness of our health, as these are rich in folic acid, potassium, vitamin B6, magnesium, riboflavin, and calcium.

Radishes also contain high levels of water. Vitamin C, phosphorus, zinc, and some components of the B-12 complex. These ingredients are vital to maintain proper hydration of our skin.

Radishes are helpful in improving our digestion, and maintaining an adequate intake of the nutrients from the food that we eat.

Radishes are excellent for our heart health, immune system, and metabolism.

Ingredients

1/2 cup Black Lentils (soaked in water for an hour)
1 medium Radish (with its greens)
1/2 inch piece Ginger
1 to 2 medium Green Chilies
1 tbsp. Mustard Oil
A pinch of Hing (Asafetida)
1/2 tsp. Carom Seeds (Ajwain)
1/2 tsp. Cumin Seeds
1/2 tsp. Tumeric Powder
1/2 tsp. Red Chili Powder
1/4 tsp. Garam Masala
1/2 tsp. Salt

Note: Black Lentils And Radish Curry is a healthy traditional recipe from North India. Usually, served as a side dish or warm salad along with the wintertime lunches. A lighter version may be created with the Moong Dal (Split or Skinned Green Lentils). Buttermilk or Boondi Rata teams up great with it. Cooks under 15 minutes using a few basic spices.

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Black Lentils And Radish Curry

Serves: 5 Prep Time: 45 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 2 voted )

Ingredients

1/2 cup Black Lentils (soaked in water for an hour)
1 medium Radish (with its greens)
1/2 inch piece Ginger
1 to 2 medium Green Chilies
1 tbsp. Mustard Oil
A pinch of Hing (Asafetida)
1/2 tsp. Carom Seeds (Ajwain)
1/2 tsp. Cumin Seeds
1/2 tsp. Tumeric Powder
1/2 tsp. Red Chili Powder
1/4 tsp. Garam Masala
1/2 tsp. Salt

Instructions

Start seasoning with mustard oil, asafetida, carom seeds, cumin seeds, ginger, green chilies, turmeric, and red chili powder...
Add soaked black lentils...stir mix well...add some salt and two tbsps. of water, adjust the heat to low... cover the pan and let these lentils cook for 5 to 8 minutes....
Once our lentils are well done with no extra water..add radish..
plus greens, rest of the salt, garam masala..give a gentle stir....cover the lid and let it cook for another 2 to 5 minutes on low-medium heat (depending upon the crunch you want to be in radish and greens).....
Serve immediately with homemade wheat or multigrain flour roti, or with yellow lentils and steamed rice, mango chutney, buttermilk, and papad!

Notes

Black Lentils And Radish Curry is a healthy traditional recipe from North India. Usually, served as a side dish or warm salad along with the wintertime lunches. A lighter version may be created with the Moong Dal (Split or Skinned Green Lentils). Buttermilk or Boondi Rata teams up great with it. Cooks under 15 minutes using a few basic spices.

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Easy Makhana or Fox Nut Laddu for the Festival of Hariyaali Teej

by Hearty Food Talks August 12, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Makhana Laddu (Fox Nut Balls)

Makhana or Fox Nuts or Lotus Seeds are widely cultivated in Asia. Makhana is a good source of protein and fiber, along with micronutrients like calcium, iron, magnesium, and phosphorus.

It is also rich in antioxidants, which could protect against inflammation and chronic disease. Makhana is rich in protein and fiber, that why excellent for weight loss and fat loss.

Since these are rich in antioxidants and contains several amino acids they have anti-aging properties, such as helping promote skin elasticity and skin health.

Researches show Makhana improves heart health.

These can be enjoyed as a roasted savory snack or added to curries, side dishes, or to make some traditional desserts. Here, I am sharing a wholesome dessert recipe of Makhana or Fox Nut Laddu to celebrate the monsoon festival of Hariyaali Teej.

Ingredients

2 cups makhana (fox nuts)
1 cup desiccated coconut
1/4 cup almonds
1/4 cup cashews
2 tbsps. ghee
3/4 cup powdered organic cane sugar
1/2 tsp. black-pepper
1/2 tsp. cardamom powder
1/4 to 1/2 cup homemade thickened milk

Note: Just one laddu with a cup of milk makes a perfect breakfast. These can be eaten during both the fasts and festivals. Today, I am posting this healthful dessert recipe of Makhana Laddu on the beautiful occasion of monsoon festival, Hariyaali Teej.

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Makhana Laddu (Fox Nut Balls)

Serves: 6 Prep Time: 45 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Ingredients

2 cups makhana (fox nuts)
1 cup desiccated coconut
1/4 cup almonds
1/4 cup cashews
2 tbsps. ghee
3/4 cup powdered organic cane sugar
1/2 tsp. black-pepper
1/2 tsp. cardamom powder
1/4 to 1/2 cup homemade thickened milk

Instructions

Pulse grind the almonds, coconut, and cashews into a coarse powder.
Similarly, makhana (fox nuts)...
Place the pan on low heat...add ghee and black-pepper.
Add coarsely ground ingredients to it.
Stir roast the mixture for 3 to 5 minutes until fragrant and light pink in color...turn off the heat.. add cardamom, and sugar..
Add milk/homemade thickened milk to bind the mixture.
Shape this mixture into round and even balls.
Easy and super immunity booster Makhana Laddu/Fox Nut Balls are ready to serve!

Notes

Just one laddu with a cup of milk makes a perfect breakfast. These can be eaten during both the fasts and festivals. Today, I am posting this healthful dessert recipe of Makhana Laddu on the beautiful occasion of monsoon festival, Hariyaali Teej.

August 12, 2021 0 comment

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Delectable Sabudana Cutlets (Tapioca Pearls Cutlets)

by Hearty Food Talks August 11, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Sabudana Cutlets (Tapioca Pearls Cutlets)

Looking at Tapioca Pearls, an obvious question clicks to our mind, “What are these made out of?” These white little balls come from the starch of the cassava root. After the starch is extracted from the roots, starch is processed to make tiny tapioca pearls.

Tapioca is gluten-free, and vegan. Both the ingredients that go into it (cassava root) and the processing methods that create it are free of animal products.

It is a popular fasting recipe ingredient in India. Usually, grains are not eaten during fasts. So Sabudana KhichrI, Sabudana Kheer, Sabudana Cutlets, and Sabudana Papad are thoroughly enjoyed or liked by the people.

Tapioca or Sabudana helps in weight-loss, as it is rich in dietary fiber. It cures migraine due to the presence of vitamin B2 and riboflavin. Improves gut health and digestion. The antioxidant properties of tapioca treats diarrhea. Improves vision as packed with vitamin A. Reduces fever, heals wounds, increases appetite, and boosts energy.

Ingredients

6 medium sized Boiled Potatoes
1 cup Sabudana (Tapioca)
1/4 to 1/3 cup Roasted Peanut Powder
1/2 cup Fresh Coriander

Spices:

1/2 to 3/4 tsp. Red Chili Powder
1/2 tsp. Black Pepper Powder
3/4 tsp. Garam Masala
1 and 1/2 tsps. Pink Salt
Oil for deep frying/ Air fryer

Note: These Sabudana Cutlets are absolutely delectable. We may always place the leftover unfried cutlets in an airtight plastic box and store them in the refrigerator for the next day or later.

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Sabudana Cutlets (Tapioca Pearls Cutlets)

Prep Time: 1 Hour

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Ingredients

6 medium sized Boiled Potatoes
1 cup Sabudana (Tapioca)
1/4 to 1/3 cup Roasted Peanut Powder
1/2 cup Fresh Coriander
1/2 to 3/4 tsp. Red Chili Powder
1/2 tsp. Black Pepper Powder
3/4 tsp. Garam Masala
1 and 1/2 tsps. Pink Salt
Oil for deep frying/ Air fryer

Instructions

Gently wash and soak Sabudana in tap water for 30 minutes…
After 30 minutes, drain all the water…evenly spread sabudana in a plate or tray…cover it with another plate and let it rest for overnight. Next morning sabudana will be completely soft and moist….ready to use in this recipe.
Place all the ingredients (mashed and boiled potatoes, well soaked sabudana, roasted peanut powder, spices, and coriander leaves) in a big bowl…
Lightly combine all the ingredients, to form a dough..
Divide the dough into equal portions and shape them into round or oval cutlets. For a better result, keep them in the refrigerator, in an airtight container for about an hour.
For frying, go for a heavy bottom pan and oil on medium- high heat. Fry the cutlets in small batches until golden brown…
These cutlets turn crispy under 6 to 8 minutes. Take them out.
Transfer the Tapioca Cutlets in a bowl..,
Serve the Sabudana Cutlets with tomato ketchup and fresh Coriander Chutney…

Notes

These Sabudana Cutlets are absolutely delectable. We may always place the leftover unfried cutlets in an airtight plastic box and store them in the refrigerator for the next day or later.

August 11, 2021 0 comment

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Nankhatai Cookies

by Hearty Food Talks August 10, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Nankhatai Cookies 🍪

Pleasantly flavored with cardamom powder and pistachios or almonds, Nankhatai is a popular cookie from the Indian subcontinent. ‘Nan‘ comes from the word Naan (bread), and ‘khatai’ stands for a biscuit. This recipe is very easy to create at home. So easy that I would like to refer it as an amazing One Bowl Recipe.

Ingredients

1 cup Fine Flour
1/2 cup Gram Flour (Besan)
2 n 1/2 tbsps. Semolina
1/4 tsp. Salt
1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
1 tbsp. Baking Powder
1/2 cup Ghee (Clarified Butter)
About 2 tbsps. Whole Milk
1/2 tsp. Cardamom Powder
Chopped Almonds (for garnishing)

Note: Nankhatai is a traditional cookie recipe made with readily accessible ingredients in our kitchen pantries. These can be stored in an air tight container for a couple of weeks. Teams up great with a cup of hot milk or tea or coffee 🥛☕️

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Nankhatai Cookies 🍪

Prep Time: 45 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Ingredients

1 cup Fine Flour
1/2 cup Gram Flour (Besan)
2 n 1/2 tbsps. Semolina
1/4 tsp. Salt
1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
1 tbsp. Baking Powder
1/2 cup Ghee (Clarified Butter)
About 2 tbsps. Whole Milk
1/2 tsp. Cardamom Powder
Chopped Almonds (for garnishing)

Instructions

Place the sieved fine flour, gram flour, Semolina, and salt in a bowl…
Combine them properly…
Add sugar and baking powder…
Combine well to get the ‘Dry Mix’ ready…
Now add ghee..
Gradually, add milk to prepare a soft and even cookie dough… add cardamom and combine well…
Shape the dough into tiny balls and place them on a baking tray, lined with parchment paper…
Make a quick cross cut or thumb impression on each cookie dough ball… garnish with chopped almonds or pistachios…
Slide the baking tray into the preheated oven at 340 to 350 degrees F for about 12 minutes on the lower rack..
Keep an eye after 8 minutes or so… turn off the oven and take out the cookies as soon as the base starts turning light pink…
Let the Nankhatai Cookies cool down to room temperature..
Gorgeous Nankhatai Cookies for are ready to serve or store for the later use…

Notes

Nankhatai is a traditional cookie recipe made with readily accessible ingredients in our kitchen pantries. These can be stored in an air tight container for a couple of weeks. Teams up great with a cup of hot milk or tea or coffee 🥛☕️

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Fruit Custard

by Hearty Food Talks August 9, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Fruit Custard 🍎🍌🍊🍇

Fruit Custard is a very delicious, creamy, and chilled dessert. It is created with milk, custard powder, seasonal fruits and nuts. Fruit Custard makes an excellent summer treat for special occasions, and festivals.

This sure is a keeper recipe for our kids, as it is packed with good amount of calcium, protein, vitamins, and minerals. Last but not the least, Fruit Custard is visually so very tempting, flavorful, and a combination of several fruit textures.

Ingredients

6 cups Whole Milk
3 tbsps. Custard Powder
3 to 6 tbsps. Organic Cane Sugar
1/2 to 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract
3 to 6 tbsps. Heavy Whipping Cream
1 Banana 🍌
1/2 Apple 🍎
1 Orange 🍊
1 cup Red Grapes 🍇
1 cup Green Grapes
1 to 2 tbsps. Mixed Nuts

Note: Fruit Custard is a very easy and delicious recipe to create, with some important tips. Use heavy bottom pan to boil the milk or for the entire cooking. Always prepare the custard solution in cold/room temperature milk. After boiling the milk, heat has to be low or low-medium plus a constant stirring. Rest we may adjust the sugar and cream as per our preference.

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Fruit Custard 🍎🍌🍊🍇

Serves: 4 Prep Time: 20 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Ingredients

6 cups Whole Milk
3 tbsps. Custard Powder
3 to 6 tbsps. Organic Cane Sugar
1/2 to 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract
3 to 6 tbsps. Heavy Whipping Cream
1 Banana 🍌
1/2 Apple 🍎
1 Orange 🍊
1 cup Red Grapes 🍇
1 cup Green Grapes
1 to 2 tbsps. Mixed Nuts

Instructions

Bring the milk (reserve about 3/4 cup of milk) to boil for two to three times and add sugar to completely melt into it..
Add the custard powder to the 3/4 cup of reserved milk..
Mix it well with a spoon, to get a lump free custard powder solution..
Add the custard powder solution to the milk with a continuous stirring on a low-medium heat until we get a nice and smooth paste kind of consistency…
Add the Vanilla Extract and combine well..
Add the cream and cook well for maximum 2 to 5 minutes on a low heat. Keep stirring it at all the time. Turn off the heat and let it cool completely with an occasional stirring.
Meanwhile, cut the fruits into small pieces. I have made thin slices of banana, halved the grapes, chopped the orange and apple into thin and small pieces.
Once the custard milk completely cools down to the room temperature, start layering it with the fruits in a lid-bowl…
Let the fruit custard sit in the refrigerator section for 2 hrs. or so..
After 2 hrs. garnish it with some dry fruits and our delicious ready to serve!

Notes

Fruit Custard is a very easy and delicious recipe to create, with some important tips. Use heavy bottom pan to boil the milk or for the entire cooking. Always prepare the custard solution in cold/room temperature milk. After boiling the milk, heat has to be low or low-medium plus a constant stirring. Rest we may adjust the sugar and cream as per our preference.

August 9, 2021 0 comment

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Besan Barfi (Gram Flour Fudge)

by Hearty Food Talks August 8, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Besan Barfi (Gram Flour Fudge)

Barfi is a popular Indian sweet. Its name has derived from the word ‘barf’ (ice). Reason being, the original version of barfi is made with milk and sugar. With time many other versions of barfi has been created.

Besan or Gram Flour barfi is one of the most known homemade sweet. It is created with a well-roasted gram flour, ghee, sugar, and nuts. Flavored with cardamom powder, and saffron threads.

This sure is a must try, gluten-free, nutritious, traditional, and melt-in-mouth sweet to celebrate our festivities.

Ingredients

1 and a 1/2 cups Besan (Gram Flour)
1/2 cup Suji (Semolina)
1/2 cup Almond Powder
1/2 cup and 1 tbsp. Ghee (Purified Butter)
1/2 cup Organic Cane Sugar
A few Pistachios
1/2 tsp. Cardamom Powder
A few strands of Saffron

Note: This melt-in-the-mouth Besan Barfi is very delicious, and easy to create under 30 to 45 minutes. We can also, store it for a long time, in an airtight container. Makes a great homemade sweet for any occasion. I made Phirni/Kheer (Rice Pudding), and Besan Barfi (Gram Flour Fudge) for this Purnima (Full Moon Day) 🌕 ❤️

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Besan Barfi (Gram Flour Fudge)

Serves: 5 Prep Time: 1 Hour

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Ingredients

1 and a 1/2 cups Besan (Gram Flour)
1/2 cup Suji (Semolina)
1/2 cup Almond Powder
1/2 cup and 1 tbsp. Ghee (Purified Butter)
1/2 cup Organic Cane Sugar
A few Pistachios
1/2 tsp. Cardamom Powder
A few strands of Saffron

Instructions

Sieve through the gram flour...
Next, sieve through the semolina...
Mix them well...
Place a heavy-bottom pan on low heat, and add half of the ghee...
Once ghee gets warm enough, add the flour mixture to it.... constantly keep stirring the mixture...
Again add 2 tbsps. of ghee, and keep stirring the flour mixture..
Add rest of the ghee, and keep stir roasting the flour...
By now, we should be able to flatten the flour mixture (don’t add any more), and keep roasting the mixture...
After a while, flour mixture itself will start releasing the ghee...
Turn off the heat, add turmeric, and combine well...
Add almond powder...
Add cardamom...
Turn off the heat..
Grind the sugar into a fine powder..
Add the sugar in 2 to 3 times..
Combine well. Turn on the heat to low and again roast the mixture for 5 minutes or so...
When we can easily bind the mixture into a ball. Turn off the heat.
Grease a plate with a little ghee...
Transfer the mixture on the greased plate. The mixture itself melts and easily spreads on the plate...
Garnish it with pistachios..
Let it set overnight, and then cut into small pieces..
Bite-size Besan Barfi is ready to serve..😊

Notes

This melt-in-the-mouth Besan Barfi is very delicious, and easy to create under 30 to 45 minutes. We can also, store it for a long time, in an airtight container. Makes a great homemade sweet for any occasion. I made Phirni/Kheer (Rice Pudding), and Besan Barfi (Gram Flour Fudge) for this Purnima (Full Moon Day) 🌕 ❤️

August 8, 2021 0 comment

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Mango And Nectarine Smoothie

by Hearty Food Talks August 7, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Mango And Nectarine Smoothie 🥭🍑

Nectarines are a good source of Vitamin C, carotenoids, and potassium. They also provide Vitamin E, B vitamins, calcium, fiber, and some iron. Due to the high amount of vitamin C, flavonoids, anthocyanins, and phenolic acids, nectarines have an excellent antioxidant properties.

Sometimes, there is a confusion between the nectarines and peaches. Nectarines are smaller than peaches but are sweeter than peaches. Nectarines have more vitamin C, potassium, and twice the amount of vitamin A than a peach.

Ingredients

1 Mango
2 Nectarines
3/4 cup Plain Yogurt
1/4 to 1/2 cup Milk
A few Cashews
1 tsp Chia Seeds
2 Ice Cubes

Note: Mango And Nectarine Smoothie is a very delicious, nutritious, and satisfying recipe. Great for the grownup kids, rather for our entire family! Make sure that the fruits to be used are pretty flavorful. We may also use frozen fruits for this recipe.

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Mango And Nectarine Smoothie 🥭🍑

Serves: 1 Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Ingredients

1 Mango
2 Nectarines
3/4 cup Plain Yogurt
1/4 to 1/2 cup Milk
A few Cashews
1 tsp Chia Seeds
2 Ice Cubes

Instructions

Cut the fruits into small pieces.
Place all ingredients into a blender jar.
Adjust the sweet and consistency of the smoothie. Pour into the cups/glasses and it’s ready to serve.
If we got to carry it to our workplace, simply fill up the smoothie into a mason jar.
Secure the lid of the jar and our Go To Nectarine Smoothie 🍑 is ready to enjoy!

Notes

Mango And Nectarine Smoothie is a very delicious, nutritious, and satisfying recipe. Great for the grownup kids, rather for our entire family! Make sure that the fruits to be used are pretty flavorful. We may also use frozen fruits for this recipe.

August 7, 2021 0 comment

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Veggie Poha (Parched Rice)

by Hearty Food Talks August 6, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Veggie Poha (Parched Rice)

Peanuts go by a variety of names, such as groundnuts, earthnuts, and goobers. Though the name peanut sounds like a nut but they are unrelated to tree nuts. Peanuts belong to the legume family and they’re related to beans, lentils, and soy.

Peanuts are most often consumed roasted or as peanut butter. Other common peanut products are peanut oil, flour, and protein. These products are used in a variety of food recipes.

Peanuts are an exceptionally good source of plant protein. They are quite low in carbohydrates but high in fat. They are an excellent source of many vitamins and minerals (biotin, copper, niacin, folate, manganese, vitamin E, thiamine, phosphorus, and magnesium). Peanuts also contain antioxidants.

Peanuts are very filling, therefore make an effective component of a weight loss diet. As a source of many heart-healthy nutrients, peanuts may help prevent heart disease. They may even cut our risk of gallstones.

Ingredients

2 cups Poha (Parched Rice)
1/3 cup Peanuts (as per our choice)

Veggies:

1 small Onion
1/4 inch piece of Ginger
2 small Green chilies
1 medium Potato
4 to 6 Green Beans
1 medium Carrot
A handful of Green Peas (fresh/frozen)
1/4 cup fresh Coriander
1 Lemon/Lime

Spices:

1 tbsp. Ghee or Olive Oil
A pinch of Hing (Asafetida)
1/2 tsp. Cumin Seeds
1/2 to 1 tsp. Mustard Seeds
A few Curry Leaves
1/4 tsp. Turmeric
1/4 tsp. Red Chili Powder
1/4 tsp. Garam Masala (optional)
Salt

Note: Poha is a very flavorful, light, and interesting breakfast recipe. The original version is very quick and easy to prepare. Here, more veggies and peanuts are to make it more filling and healthful. Choice of veggies and sugar is completely ours. May also add freshly grated coconut. I had to skip the curry leaves (as I am not getting it at my neighborhood Indian Grocery Store). Again, today I have cooked the raw potatoes in oil, otherwise, I try refrigerating a boiled potato a day or couple hours in advance. If the cooked poha looks dry, reheat the pan, sprinkle a little water or milk over it, cover the lid, and let it steam cook for 5 mins on low heat. Prefer using thick poha over the thin variety.

Please keep in mind that some people are allergic to peanut protein.

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Veggie Poha (Parched Rice)

Prep Time: 1 Hour

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Ingredients

2 cups Poha (Parched Rice)
1/3 cup Peanuts (as per our choice)
1 small Onion
1/4 inch piece of Ginger
2 small Green chilies
1 medium Potato
4 to 6 Green Beans
1 medium Carrot
A handful of Green Peas (fresh/frozen)
1/4 cup fresh Coriander
1 Lemon/Lime
1 tbsp. Ghee or Olive Oil
A pinch of Hing (Asafetida)
1/2 tsp. Cumin Seeds
1/2 to 1 tsp. Mustard Seeds
A few Curry Leaves
1/4 tsp. Turmeric
1/4 tsp. Red Chili Powder
1/4 tsp. Garam Masala (optional)
Salt

Instructions

Place about 2 cups of poha in a bowl.
Add 4 cups of regular water and give a gentle stir.
Immediately sieve it through a colander. Sprinkle some salt & sugar and keep aside for 10 minutes.
Dry roast (or add 1 tsp. oil) the peanuts on medium-low heat, for 5 minutes or until well done. Transfer to a plate and let it cool down to room temperature and turn crisp.
In the peanut pan itself, add the rest of the ghee or oil.. cook potatoes on medium heat until golden brown and almost done.. Transfer to a separate plate.
Now start seasoning the ginger, onion,.
Once the onion turns translucent, add the rest of the veggies including potatoes.. stir cook on medium heat.
Add turmeric, chili powder, and salt.. mix well.. Cover the lid of the pan and let the veggies cook properly on low heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
Time to add the soaked poha, peanuts, garam masala, and coriander.
Mix the veggies and poha well.. add some lemon juice... adjust the salt.
Turn off the heat... cover the pan and let it sit for 5 minutes.
Serve Immediately with extra lemon wedges!

Notes

Poha is a very flavorful, light, and interesting breakfast recipe. The original version is very quick and easy to prepare. Here, more veggies and peanuts are to make it more filling and healthful. Choice of veggies and sugar is completely ours. May also add freshly grated coconut. I had to skip the curry leaves (as I am not getting it at my neighborhood Indian Grocery Store). Again, today I have cooked the raw potatoes in oil, otherwise, I try refrigerating a boiled potato a day or couple hours in advance. If the cooked poha looks dry, reheat the pan, sprinkle a little water or milk over it, cover the lid, and let it steam cook for 5 mins on low heat. Prefer using thick poha over the thin variety. Please keep in mind that some people are allergic to peanut protein.

August 6, 2021 0 comment

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Moong/Sprout Chaat (Green Lentils Salad)

by Hearty Food Talks August 5, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Moong Chaat (Green Lentils Salad)

Moong Dal or Green Lentils are very rich in protein and dietary fiber. Therefore, make a powerful protein source for vegans and vegetarians. Due to dietary fiber it helps in digestion and healthy weight loss. Green lentils also contain, vitamin A, B, C, and E. Also, many minerals including iron, calcium, and potassium.

Ingredients

1 cup Whole Moong/Green Lentils (overnight soaked)
1 tsp. Ghee (purified butter) or olive oil

Regular spices:

Turmeric
Red chili powder
Cumin seeds & powder
Pink Salt

Fruits/Veggies:

Mini cucumber 🥒
Mini tomato 🍅
Onions 🧅
Lemon 🍋
Green chili
Fresh coriander

Note: For me, Moong Chaat was a hearty brunch. The recipe makes a perfect snack or light meal for all ages. You may add/skip any fruits or veggies of your choice. Extra lemon 🍋 and chaat masala gives an absolutely HEALTHY CHAAT experience. Yes! Sometimes I add fresh paneer pieces and/or crispy gram-flour bhujia on top of it. Again, mint & pomegranate arils make it super festive 👌

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Moong/Sprout Chaat (Green Lentils Salad)

Serves: 4 Prep Time: 45 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Ingredients

1 cup Whole Moong/Green Lentils (overnight soaked)
1 tsp. Ghee (purified butter) or olive oil
Turmeric
Red chili powder
Cumin seeds & powder
Pink Salt
Mini cucumber 🥒
Mini tomato 🍅
Onions 🧅
Lemon 🍋
Green chili
Fresh coriander

Instructions

Prepare the seasoning.
Add overnight soaked moon/sprouts and mix with the seasoning.
Add 1 cup water and salt.
Once start boiling... adjust the heat to low medium... cover it with a proper lid and let it cook for 15 to 20 minutes, with an occasional stir.
On the other hand wash the above fruits/veggies.
Chop them accordingly.
Size and quantity as per your preferences.
Well-done moong after 15 -20 minutes... add some onions & chilies.
Dish out the cooked moong in a serving bowl.
Served it with a cup of buttermilk!

Notes

For me, it was a hearty brunch. The recipe makes a perfect snack or light meal for all ages. You may add/skip any fruits or veggies of your choice. Extra lemon 🍋 and chaat masala gives an absolutely HEALTHY CHAAT experience. Yes! Sometimes I add fresh paneer pieces and/or crispy gram-flour bhujia on top of it. Again, mint & pomegranate arils make it super festive 👌

August 5, 2021 0 comment

Fruit Drinks Kids Friendly Recipes

Classic Lime Popsicles

by Hearty Food Talks August 4, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Classic Lime Popsicles

Perfect for a hot summer day! These homemade classic lime popsicles make a super refreshing and nutritious treat for everyone. Full of vitamin C, the fresh zingy lime juice, and organic cane sugar or maple syrup gives an enjoyable sweet and sour flavor to it. Further, using a few lime peels and/or mint leaves to the boiling water add more depth to the citrus flavor.

Ingredients

3 cups water
1/2 cup organic cane sugar (Maple Syrup)
3/4 cup lime juice

Note: Lime popsicle is an absolute perfect treat on a hot summer day. We can also boil water with sugar and a few lime peels. Cool it down to room temperature and then add lime juice to it. The natural oils from the lime peels will add more depth to the citrus flavor.

Yes! When we’re juicing these many limes, a citrus squeezer comes very handy. It yields the juice way beyond what we can get squeezing them with our hands.

How to Unmold Popsicles

Link: https://heartyfoodtalks.com/how-to-unmold-popsicles/

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Classic Lime Popsicles

Prep Time: 4 Hours 30 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Ingredients

3 cups water
1/2 cup organic cane sugar (Maple Syrup)
3/4 cup lime juice

Instructions

Extract the juice of about 5 to 6 limes (to get 3/4 cup of fresh lime juice).
Water, fresh lime juice, and organic cane sugar.... all set to mix them together.
Pour in the ingredients into a pitcher.
Stir them well.
Fill in the popsicle molds with the lime solution. Also, slide in a thin lemon slice into each mold.
Cover the molds with the lids... and place it in the freezer for about 4 hrs.
Unmold, and the perfect Classic Lime Popsicles are ready to enjoy!

Notes

Lime popsicle is an absolute perfect treat on a hot summer day. We can also boil water with sugar and a few lime peels. Cool it down to room temperature and then add lime juice to it. The natural oils from the lime peels will add more depth to the citrus flavor. Yes! When we’re juicing these many limes, a citrus squeezer comes very handy. It yields the juice way beyond what we can get squeezing them with our hands.

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