Sliced eggplant pan fried in very little oil and then layered with spiced yogurt followed by a drizzle of tempered hot oil! Doi Begun is a popular Bengali eggplant curry, except I make it a little nontraditional way. Typically, yogurt will be cooked along with the spices and eggplant. This recipe doesn't call for that,...

Read More

The article Doi Begun was first published on Playful Cooking

Butter Chicken is the one of the most popular Chicken Curry and if a restaurant serves North Indian dishes, chances are it will always have butter chicken in the menu. A dish loved by many, young and old. It is creamy, aromatic with a floral note, mildly sweet and pairs so good with Naan or...

Read More

The article Butter Chicken was first published on Playful Cooking

Dimer Dalna also commonly referred to as Dim Jhol is a very popular weeknight Bengali egg curry. Boiled eggs are fried and then cooked with onion, potatoes, tomatoes in mustard oil with Bengali five spice. The curry barely takes 30 minutes from start to finish, and it’s a hearty, comforting meal you will enjoy any...

Read More

The article Dimer Dalna was first published on Playful Cooking

This is my take on the famous North Indian Sooji Halwa where I add my some bits of my Bengali version of Sujir Payesh! The end result is a creamy, rich and melting in mouth sooji ka halwa that you can eat on its own or with poori.   What is Sooji Halwa Literary translating to...

Read More

The article Sooji Halwa was first published on Playful Cooking

Creamy from the usage of Greek yogurt with freshly prepared spice mix, makes this simple Dahi Gobi a quick any day meal. It's a simple dish with barely any chopping required as the dish doesn't call for onion or garlic. Dishes such as these can be made in bulk as it works great for work...

Read More

The article Dahi Gobi was first published on Playful Cooking

Quick and easy Chicken Wonton Noodle Soup, made with a delicious broth and frozen wontons. To make it extra filling, I also added some instant noodles. A soul satisfying comfort food, ready in 30 minutes! The weather is still quite cold, which gets me craving for soup very often and Chicken Wonton Noodle Soup is...

Read More

The article Chicken Wonton Noodle Soup was first published on Playful Cooking

Air fried Green Beans crusted with almond and coconut is a healthy side dish. From prep to finish it takes 15 minutes. The flavor of coconut with almond is so lovely with the crunch of almonds and green beans.   You can make this dish in stove top too but it is so easy and quick...

Read More

The article Air fried Almond Coconut Crusted Green Beans was first published on Playful Cooking

Both roasted carrots and Alfredo pasta tastes amazing separately and in my opinion, it pairs perfectly well in a plate too. A bowl of salad with pasta is a great way to balance the meal but during cold days, when I crave warm food, roasted veggie is a great option. This Alfredo Pasta with Roasted...

Read More

The article Alfredo Pasta with Roasted Carrots was first published on Playful Cooking

Baked Tilapia is a great weeknight dinner or a date night dinner too! It's very effortless to prepare, and you can make it in various different ways by changing the spices and flavor you want that day. Baked Tilapia in Tomato sauce is my family favorite! Tilapia is one of my go-to seafood for busy...

Read More

The article Baked Tilapia in Tomato Sauce was first published on Playful Cooking

Green Chili Pickle or Hari Mirch ka Achar as we call it in Hindi is one of those quick instant Indian Pickle. It is spicy, tangy and pungent from the usage of mustard seeds, and you will love it. Every Indian household always has a couple bottles of achar on their dinning table. I don't...

Read More

The article Green Chili Achar was first published on Playful Cooking

The goodness of Banana mixed with the rich chocolate hazelnut spread of Nutella makes this Nutella Banana Marble Cake looks so interesting. It's a great pick-me-up breakfast on the go or snack! I bake Banana bread very often. The Banana Nut Bread is my go-to over the weekdays. But if you ask my son, he...

Read More

The article Nutella Banana Marble Cake was first published on Playful Cooking

Dal Paratha is a healthy meal option and very popular in North of India. Cooked lentils are stuffed in whole wheat dough, rolled and cooked in a skillet. It is then enjoyed with yogurt on the side, pickle of your choice and may be some fresh-cultured butter too. Dal literary translate to lentils and cooked...

Read More

The article Dal Paratha was first published on Playful Cooking

Mildly spiced with a good doze of fresh greens, this Whole Masoor Dal with Fresh Fenugreek leaves is a nutritional wholesome meal. Methi Masoor Dal pairs great either with roti or rice. The texture of the dal is thick and creamy, which gives a lovely comfort feel at every spoonful. What is Whole Masoor Dal?...

Read More

The article Methi Masoor Dal was first published on Playful Cooking

Dudh Puli is a classic Bengali milk based dessert that we specially prepare during winter season to celebrate Makar Sankranti. Stuffed with coconut, sweetened with the perfumy date palm jaggery this rice flour sweet dumpling is so satisfying at every bite. What is Dudh Puli? To break it down, dudh or doodh is milk and...

Read More

The article Dudh Puli was first published on Playful Cooking

Gur Makhana is the Indian version of caramelized popcorn, but it is healthier and a special winter treat! Ready in less than 20 minutes and needs only 4 ingredients. What is Gur Makhana? To break down the name, Gur is Jaggery and Makhana also known as Phool Makhana is Lotus Stem seeds. Phool Makhana is...

Read More

The article Gur Makhana was first published on Playful Cooking

Till Chikki which is also referred to as Till Gajak is a winter specialty snack in India. It is a healthy snack that keeps your body warm during the cold days. It calls for only three ingredients and is very easy to prepare. What is Till Chikki Till Chikki is one of the most popular...

Read More

The article Till Chikki was first published on Playful Cooking

Bengali Aloo Dum (Baby Potatoes Curry) is a quintessential Bengali weekend breakfast, often paired with luchi (fried mini flat bread). This Bengali style Dum Aloo or Aloor Dum is a favorite in many households, and is a famous Kolkata street food too. In India, there are several different versions of baby potato curry, “aloo dum” […]

The article Bengali Aloo Dum was first published on Playful Cooking

Chocolate Crinkle Cookies are a must for your Holiday Cookie Jar. It’s fudgy, rich like a brownie but with the crisp outer texture. Most importantly, it is very easy to make! Baking cookies with my kiddo is one of my favorite Holiday tradition, and I often look for cookies that can be easy to make […]

The article Chocolate Crinkle Cookies was first published on Playful Cooking

A winter specialty of pumpkin with spinach (Kumro Palak) is a simple Bengali vegetarian dish. It is not heavily spiced, and the dish comes together in about 30 minutes. There is a detailed video to show you how easy is this dish. Traditionally, this Bengali Vegetarian side dish is prepared with lots of assorted veggies […]

The article Kumro Palak (Pumpkin with Spinach) was first published on Playful Cooking

Orange Mint Almond Cake is a light and refreshing cake made with fresh orange juice and zest along with fresh mint. There is a hint of almond flour in the batter, which adds a lovely nutty texture to the cake crumb. It is an easy one bowl cake that you must try this citrus season.  […]

The article Orange Mint Almond Cake was first published on Playful Cooking