The origin of eggplant is India but New Jersey USA is the Eggplant capital. I found that very interesting . In the 1700’s the eggplant were smaller and white or yellow. They looked more like a goose’s egg, hence the name. Thought I will share my research:) It is also called brinjal, mad Apple, egg […]
Chicken Bone Broth and Chicken Corn Soup
Broth is wonderful and healthy to drink on its own. I also use this broth for making chicken corn soup. Broth Ingredients: 5 chicken drumsticks bones 4 cups water 1 tsp whole pepper 1tsp whole clove 1 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp salt A 1/2 tsp size peeled ginger 2 garlic cloves peeled 2 bay […]
Cauliflower, Bell Pepper, Cilantro Medley (Low Carb Side Dish)
I tried my best to eat broccoli but I just could not get used to its taste and texture. Since I eat a wide variety of vegetables, I was okay with missing out on one vegetable. Both broccoli and cauliflower have almost the same amount of vitamin C and fiber. And unlike broccoli, I love […]
Sweet And Sour Shrimp Entrée
We are all going through some very challenging times in our lives because of the COVID-19 virus so I decided to share my family’s favorite recipe. It does have some sugar but it is a good healthy comfort food for us. In fact I have entertained a lot of my in-laws and my siblings with […]
Sandwich thins pizza
I have been on the look out for low carb alternates which are easy to make. I came across these low carb sandwich thins and thin pizza crust in Whole Foods.. I like these 2 alternates as they don’t have any flour. The main ingredients are cauliflower, eggs, and Parmesan cheese. I tried both. I […]
Karahi chicken ( low carb) Entree
This is a very simple,delicious and easy to make Entree . It is a one pot dish except that I make it in a slow cooker and then reduce the gravy in a regular pot. The chicken comes out very tender in the slow cooker and I don’t have to watch it!! It’s one of […]
Chicken Boti Entrée / Appetizer ( Low Carb)
Just like sheekh kebab, chicken boti (also called tandoori chicken boti) is a very popular Pakistani dish. It can be had as an entree with nan ( bread made in a tandoor) accompanied by tamarind chantey and yogurt sauce ( raita). You can also make a boti roll with paratha or nan. In the roll, […]
Curry Khowse Entrée (Low Carb)
My sister used to make curry khowse and it was delicious! Unfortunately, I did not get a chance to get her recipe as she passed away very early. Later I got the recipe from my friend Nabat, and it was equally good. Recently my niece, Rubina, also shared how she makes curry khowse. So my […]
Green Beans (Low Carb Entrée)
Recently I visited my son who lives in the east coast. He showed me a different recipe he uses to make green beans. It is quick and easy and simpler than mine. It’s always nice to try something new, something with a different flavor. So I tried making it, and I loved it! Children also […]
Shami Kebab (Low Carb Appetizer / Entrée)
Making shami kebabs brings back memories of a very plain and simple place in Karachi, Pakistan which used to sell Shami kebabs. It was my husband’s and my favorite place to eat this dish. This was not even a restaurant. This young man had a push cart and fried the kebabs fresh and served it […]
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