One pot meal which doesn’t need anything else! And it makes a wonderful packed lunch option because the rice stays moist and cheesy even when it’s cold. You can watch the video recipe or read the recipe in the recipe card. If you are looking for a risotto like consistency, try my Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto recipe instead. It’s a kind of a dish that can be made when entertaining....

Rice is the first thing most people make in their instant pot! You can do Soo much with Rice.You could make a Pilaf or eat it along side a curry or a stir Fry! I have compiled a list of easy to follow Rice recipes for you.They range from extensively tried and tested Basmati Rice to slightly elaborate but super flavoursome Chicken Biryani. These Rice Recipes are Gluten Free and all made in Under 30 minutes, with some made in under 6 minutes(YES!...

Learn how to make this easy homemade strawberry jam in your instant pot with step by step photos & video tutorial. INSTANT POT PRESSURE COOKER STRAWBERRY JAM RECIPE The Instant Pot cooks the strawberries in a fraction of time. Made with just 3 ingredients, this instant pot jam recipe comes together in 1 hour or so. No Cornstarch , No Pectin needed at all. WHY SHOULD YOU TRY IT? ✔ Nothing can beat a Homemade Jam ✔ You know exactly what are ingredients in your recipe ✔ No preservatives at all ✔ Make small portions and enjoy them for up to 3 week....

For every dinner, lunch, and sometimes breakfast, fish fry is served at my in-law’s house. Sometimes two kinds, along with a prawn curry and a chicken curry.Served with softly cooked rice, dal or sambhar, and pappadam- the Kerala papad. Suffice it to say I got quite a training in making and eating fish fry with every meal. Though I have been making this for over a decade, it has taken me this long to record and publish this dish because it’s taken so long to perfect it....

Snacking is one of my favorite activities. There is something so relaxing about snuggling up at night and watching a show we can all laugh at together, with some great snacks. This ranch dip is the perfect option. It can be made lighter and when served with some cut-up veggies, you will find that it is a nutritious and filling snack. Homemade Ranch Seasoning We essentially make a homemade ranch seasoning to flavor this dip....

What are your thoughts on Jasmine tea?and Jasmine Tea Cake? That delicate flowery tone paired with the indian lime is a beautiful symphony just waiting to happen. Ingredients of Jasmine Tea Cake The ingredients are simple All purpose FlourBaking PowderBaking SodaEggsSugarMilkButterVanilla Essence Lime Jasmine tea To make this Jasmine Tea Cake, I have improvised on the hot milk cake recipe by steeping the tea in the milk and butter mixture while it’s boiling....

Mojitos are one of my favorite cocktails! But sometimes I can’t do all the sugar. This low calorie version is just perfect. And if you are growing mint in your garden, you can have it all summer long! Low Calorie Mojito Ingredients While it is not the original, these four simple ingredients blend together perfectly. Here’s all you need: White Rum: Read my recommendations below.Fresh Mint Leaves: While you can find fresh mint all year long in the grocery store, if it is the summer months, I suggest that you buy a plant....

I remember one of the first times I was at Eric’s family’s house for the holidays. His mom Kris was making mashed potatoes and was following some recipe that called for salt and butter and nothing else. (At least that’s what it tasted like.) Whaaaat? No sour cream? No cream cheese? Not even any garlic?? I asked her if I could at least add some sour cream and she said no, absolutely not, she was going to follow her recipe....

Tonight Eric was telling Charlotte her nightly Star Wars story. (Yes, really.) He said, “And then Darth Vader told Luke who his father was. And Luke said Noooooo!” Never will you hear the phrase, “Luke I am your father” in this house. Oh no. I get in trouble whenever I mention Luke’s paternity when Charlotte is within earshot. Santa Claus? Fake. Easter Bunny? Whatevs. The identity of Luke’s father? Oh heeeeck no....

Eric and I went on vacation to Australia in May, so we declared this month to be No-Spend-June. We figured we would try to balance out Spend-a-Lot-May. But then Kirby came to the door. That’s right, the famous vacuum cleaner (sorry, I mean ‘Home Cleaning System.’ He corrected me like 5 times.) Our salesman’s name was Zack, but I call him Kirby because he’s a true believer! Kind of like how George Foreman named all of his kids George Foreman....

One time I was writing out a grocery list when Eric happened to look over my shoulder. “You spelled Nutella wrong.” “No I didn’t.” “Yeah you did, the G is silent.” “What G??” “There’s a silent G. Gnutella.” He will never live it down. Ever. Weeks ago when I told Eric about the idea of putting Nutella inside my classic Browned Butter Blondies, he suggested that I “move on.” I do have 2 whole posts dedicated to essentially the same recipe; the second time I just added Sea Salt Butterscotch Caramels instead of chocolate chips (which was a fabulous choice I must say)....

Steak bites are perfectly cooked along with baby potatoes so that dinner is completely ready in under 40 minutes. All you need is a veggie or a side salad to complete the meal! Everyone loves a delicious steak dinner, and with this easy steak and potatoes recipe, you’ll be able to give your family exactly what they love. Tender steak bites and crisp baby potatoes with a rich and savory garlic butter sauce are irresistibly tasty and simple to make in just one large skillet!...

I must tell you guys, these are the best Perfect Chocolate Truffles !! I can certainly vouch and all of them were gone with the wind one evening !! It’s the season for jingles, glitter, red ribbons, papers crunching, gift wrappers leaving tell-tale signs on the floor. How quickly a year has passed! Are we ready to welcome a new year so soon? It’s also the season for homemade goodies as people cook for family, friends, and colleagues and their ovens go on overdrive....

When cooking hard boiled eggs, you want the yolks to be firm, cooked all the way through, with the right creamy texture (not crumbly). You also want the color to be yellow, without a green or gray ring that can be caused by overcooking, and finally, the shell should be easy to peel so you don’t break the whites as you peel the eggs. This method for steaming hard boil eggs, ensures that you get all the above just right....

Storing and Reheating Leftovers Store any leftover pizza dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat in the oven or microwave until heated through. This fantastic dip comes together with just a handful of ingredients, so many that are already in your pantry. It goes in the oven for just over 20 minutes and is delicious when served piping hot with bagel chips or toasted baguettes....

This homemade paratha recipe guarantees soft, flaky plain parathas each time you make them. Making plain parathas at home is straightforward and quick. You need just four ingredients or pre-made chapati dough from your refrigerator. These parathas are perfect for pairing with my vegetarian Indian curries, tarka dal with red lentils, or cucumber raita. What Are Plain Parathas? Plain parathas are made from chapati dough that is rolled, layered, and cooked on a hot griddle / pan on high heat until golden on both sides....

For some reason, I still feel we are in mid September. The weather has been fabulous last week, infact it felt so much like Indian summer . All that the weather demanded was some cool breezy clothing and a glass of cocktail / mocktail and laze in the garden. Play with the kiddos , paint some prop boards and just enjoy the last lag of bonus weather. But nothing of that sort happened !...

I think I’ve created the most unique, delicious, and easy fudge recipe ever! This 15-minute microwave fudge recipe combines two of your favorite holiday treats – puppy chow and chocolate fudge – into one decadent and festive dessert that will for sure be a hit on your holiday cookie trays. It starts with a standard condensed milk fudge with a bit of peanut butter mixed in. Then we’ll stir in crispy pieces of Chex cereal and red and green sanding sugar sprinkles for a fun, crispy texture....

This kind of erratic behaviour of his reminds me of this one particular incident back when I was in college. It was the peak of summer, and although our classes were out, some of us still went in to work on the various projects we had to complete before the school year ended. I, of course, was one of them. On this particular day, I had planned to spend the entire day at the lab and told my mom that I wouldn’t be coming home for lunch....

By the way, you should totally take an extra 5 minutes and make this Restaurant-Style Olive Oil and Balsamic Bread Dip. HEAVENLY! If you make any of my recipes, be sure to share them on Instagram using the hashtag #TheFoodCharlatan so I can see it! I love that. I took this photo over a year ago. You would think I would learn (because I smack my head all the time) but usually when I’m cooking I’m in a hurry....