Indian, Instant Pot, InstantPot

Whole Masoor dal in InstantPot

VEGAN, VEGETARIAN, GLUTEN-FREE, NUT-FREE We recently had a fabulous Spring break at Key West. The crystal clear waters and pleasing shades of green and blue are just what was needed for my family to unwind and relax. Food scene was also amazing but after all that eating out on a daily basis - breakfast, lunch… Continue reading Whole Masoor dal in InstantPot

Instant Pot, InstantPot, Soups

Asparagus Parsley soup – VEGAN

As we all enter 2022 with a fresh set of hopes and goals, one goal is to eat healthy and stay healthy. This probably is even more relevant in the recent times due to all the havoc the pandemic has wreaked. I am sure everyone enjoyed celebrations over the past couple of months thoroughly with plenty… Continue reading Asparagus Parsley soup – VEGAN

Indian, Instant Pot, InstantPot

Indian curries in Instant pot

Have you always wanted to try out Indian curries and gravies but was daunted by the zillion steps. By using the Instant Pot many of those steps can be compressed and combined to get you the same taste and flavor of traditional Indian dishes. Do you have kids who are going to college ? Maybe… Continue reading Indian curries in Instant pot

Fusion, Instant Pot, InstantPot, Soups

Mushroom barley soup with Swiss chards

Making soups in the Instantpot is a very comforting evening for us. One -it is very easy to put together and needs no baby-sitting. Two - soups are always our favorite. It wraps us in a warm blanket inside and out 😀  I have a lot of backyard vegetable patches where I grow a variety… Continue reading Mushroom barley soup with Swiss chards

Indian, Instant Pot, InstantPot, Lunch, Dinner and Entrees

Kale Tofu in InstantPot- spinoff on Palak paneer

Jump to recipe On a cold winter night, dipping your roti or naan into a piping hot curry and scooping out 'goodness' and relishing it.... the feeling is comforting and warming. On those nights when you just want something homemade and simple but yet nourishing. Food which will entice everyone in the house. One popular… Continue reading Kale Tofu in InstantPot- spinoff on Palak paneer

Indian, Instant Pot, InstantPot, Lunch, Dinner and Entrees

Red rice and Black-eyed peas hotch-potch in Instant pot

Jump to recipe There has been an influx of many kitchen gadgets which indeed reduce the cooking time and make it easy to whip up meals quickly. One such gadget is the Instant pot - a huge life saver. One-pot dishes come out very well in the Instant pot and make for a comforting meal… Continue reading Red rice and Black-eyed peas hotch-potch in Instant pot

Indian, Instant Pot, InstantPot, Lunch, Dinner and Entrees

Bisibelabath in Instant pot

Jump to recipe Bisi-bela-huli-anna - translated literally means hot lentil tamarind rice. This is a very popular dish from Karnataka state of India. It is offered as a main course and quite a wholesome dish. The dish has several steps and I remember it as a delicacy when my mom used to make it while… Continue reading Bisibelabath in Instant pot