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This dip is very quick to make,super healthy and tastes great with samosa,kachori, parathas ,rice and even momos.This dip stays fresh for atleast 2 days if kept in he refrigerator.Try it and i'm sure you wont be disappointed. Ingredients: Tomatoes-2 large Onion-1/2 medium sized Garlic-5-6 cloves Ginger-1 small piece Green chilli-1  Red chilli-1 Green coriander leaves-3-4 teaspoons Salt-1 teaspoon Method: -Wash the tomatoes and onions and chop them finely. -Chop the coriander leaves and the green and red chilli as well. -Wash the ginger and garlic and peel them. -Put all the ingredients in a mixer and blend to make a nice smooth chutney. -Serve with samosa,kachori rice,chapati,puri or momos.

This is a quick recipe and you can even use leftover chickpeas that have been boiled to make this tasty stir fry.I have use finely chopped capsicum along with onions here,but you can also add grated carrots or any other boiled pulses along with the chickpeas.It tastes great and this stir fry can also be used to make a nutritious wrap for children. Ingredients: Boiled chickpeas-1 cup Onions-1,finely sliced Green chilli-1,finely chopped Green capsium-1,finely chopped Cumin seeds-1/2 teaspoon Curry leaves-4-5 Fresh coriander leaves-2 teaspoons,finely chopped Salt to taste Oil-2 teaspoons Method: -Soak the chickpeas overnight in hot water or for 8-10 hours and boil them in a pressure cooker by adding a little salt for 3-4 whistles. -Heat the pan and add little oil and let the cumin seeds splutter in oil. -Now add the curry leaves and finely chopped green chillies. -Add thinly sliced onions and fry for 3-4 minutes till the onions are a little cooked. -Now add the capsic...

Mooli or radish has some of the essential vitamins such as vitamin C,vitamin B and some important minerals like manganese, magnesium, calcium, iron, phosphorous, copper and zinc.It contains roughage and is also an excellent detoxifier. This mooli recipe is a combination of grated radish in spicy yogurt that has been tempered with some important spices. Ingredients:  White Mooli/Radish-2,peeled and grated Yogurt-2 cups Green chillies-1,finely chopped Fresh coriander leaves-3 teaspoons,finely chopped Salt to taste Sugar-a generous pinch For the Tempering:     Mustard seeds-1 teaspoon Asafoetida -1/4 teaspoon Cumin seeds-1/4 tespoon Curry leaves-4-5 Dry red chilli-1,broken Oil-1 teaspoon Method:   -Wash the radish,peel it and grate. Squeeze the excess water out of the grated radish and keep it aside. -Whisk  the curd properly and add salt, sugar,chopped green chillies and coriander leaves and mix well. -Add the grated...

This is a one pot meal and tastes great when served hot with raita and papad.I have added some fresh methi leaves along with the kabuli chana to make the dish more nutritious. Ingredients: Long grain rice/any rice-2 cups Chickpeas-1 cup,boiled Methi leaves-1/2 cup,finely chopped Yogurt-1 1/2 cups Garam masala-1 teaspoon Salt to taste Onions-2,finely sliced Ginger-Garlic paste-3 table spoons Red chilli powder-1 teaspoon Saunf(Fennel seeds)-1 teaspoon,dry roasted and crushed Oil-3 tablespoons Fresh green coriander leaves-3 tablespoons Method: -Wash the rice properly and soak it in enough water for at least 1/2 an hour. -Wash the methi leaves thoroughly to remove all the dirt from it. -Soak the chickpeas over night or for 8-10 hours and cook them in a pressure cooker by adding a little salt for 3-4 whistles. -Take 1 tablespoon of oil and heat it in a pan.Add the finely sliced onions and cook them until they become golden brown.Take out on a tissue paper and keep asi...

Gooseberries are a great source of antioxidants and vitamin C.They are easily available in the market during winter.This chutney can be used as a dip as well as a masala to be added to curries and dals.Use it as a sandwich spread or with parathas to make a healthy and delicious wrap.So enjoy the goodness of amlas in your diet. Ingredients: Amla(Gooseberries) - 8-10 Green chillies-2 Fresh coriander leaves-1 cup Salt-1 1/2 teaspoons Method: - Cut the flesh of the amlas and chop them. -Chop the green chillies and the coriander  leaves. -Take a mixer jar and grind all the above ingredients until you get a fine smooth paste. -Store this chutney in a glass or steel container and refrigerate it. My Notes: This chutney stays fresh for 2-3 days if stored in glass or steel air tight container in the refrigerator.

This soup is an excellent source of vitamin A and antioxidants.I've also added tomato and lime juice along with some crushed black pepper to make this soup even more healthy for kids.This soup is a good comfort food for kids during the cold winter. Ingredients: Beetroots-2 Carrots-2 Tomatoes-3,medium sized Black pepper-2 teaspoons,crushed Salt to taste Water-5 cups,to boil the vegetables Lime juice-1 teaspoon Method: -Take a pressure cooker and add 5 cups of water and salt to it. -Wash and chop the vegetables and put them in the cooker for 4-5 whistles. -Take a blender and add the cooked carrot,tomatoes and beetroots and blend to make a nice smooth puree. -Put  a strainer on a bowl and strain the puree by mixing it well with the help of a spoon. -Take a pan and heat the soup for 2-3 minutes and add to the serving bowl. -Add lime juice and stir well. -Sprinkle some freshly grounded black pepper. -Serve hot.