How to Season Clay Pot | Step by step guide

How to season clay pot, a step by step guide for cleaning, seasoning before first use and how to maintain it. When you buy a new man satti (manchatti) whether red clay or black claypot, it should always be cleaned and seasoned before first use. This step is very important to avoid cracks and to…

Dal Dhokli Recipe | Gujarati Dal Dhokli

Dal Dhokli is a traditional Gujarati dish where dal is simmered with spiced wheat flour dumplings (dhokli) until they cook through and absorb the flavors of the dal. The dumplings become juicy, flavourful and develop a soft, pasta-like texture that is difficult to replicate any other way. I have shared a dal recipe that balances…

Toor Dal Recipe (Homestyle Arhar Dal)

Toor dal (also spelled tur dal) and arhar dal refer to both the split pigeon pea lentils and the dish made from them. This is a simple Indian lentil recipe where the lentils are cooked with onions, tomatoes, spices and herbs. The homestyle version is light, comforting and part of everyday meals across Indian homes….

Watermelon Juice Recipe – Dassana’s Veg Recipes

Watermelon juice is a refreshing drink made from fresh, ripe watermelon. It is naturally sweet, hydrating and best served chilled. You can enjoy it plain or with simple additions like lemon juice or mint. This juice is quick to make and works well in hot weather. About Watermelon Juice Recipe Watermelon juice is a simple…

Ganga Jamuna Juice Recipe – Dassana’s Veg Recipes

Ganga Jamuna juice is a refreshing mocktail drink made by combining fresh orange juice and sweet lime (mosambi) juice. This simple fruit juice has a balanced taste that is both sweet and slightly tangy. It is commonly served at juice stalls and restaurants across Mumbai. Light, hydrating and quick to make, this juice is perfect…

Mohabbat ka Sharbat – Dassana’s Veg Recipes

Mohabbat ka Sharbat is a North Indian summer drink made with milk, rose syrup or rooh afza and fresh watermelon. It is popular in Delhi, especially during the hot months for its cooling nature. The drink has a lovely sweetness with floral rose notes and juicy bites of watermelon in every sip. Sabja seeds are…

Rose Cookies Recipe (Achappam | Achu Murukku)

Rose cookies recipe, also called achappam or achu murukku, is a traditional South Indian snack made with a light batter that is shaped using a special mould and deep fried until crisp. These cookies are thin and lightly sweet, with a delicate texture that is crunchy and crispy. They are popular during festivals like Christmas…