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Shalini Rajani
Shalini Rajani is the founder of Crazy Kadchi and holds innovative and millet cooking workshops for all age groups.
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September 06, 2020 11:15 IST
The high amount of dietary fibre keeps the stomach full for long and prevents unwanted cravings. This, in turn, leads to a minimised appetite and weight loss.
Sun, Sep 06, 2020
Keep it simple with red jowar upmaPremium Story
August 30, 2020 11:45 IST
Jowar is the most versatile and neutral millet. I have been using it in many of my recipes including premixes where I use homemade jowar flour.
Sun, Aug 30, 2020
Adding millet to Bappa’s favourite modaksPremium Story
August 23, 2020 11:08 IST
Little millet is a good source of protein for vegetarians.
Sun, Aug 23, 2020
Finding the freedom to sneak in sorghum millet in your spinach momosPremium Story
August 16, 2020 11:19 IST
Sorghum millet (jowar) is a powerhouse of essential vitamins, antioxidants and minerals. It is loaded with good amounts of calcium, copper, zinc, phosphorous, potassium and cell-building B vitamins.
Sun, Aug 16, 2020
Start your millet journey with this tasty browntop millet porridgePremium Story
August 09, 2020 12:43 IST
Compared with other grains, browntop millet has high nutritional value. It is rich in fibre, iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium and many other important minerals.
Mon, Aug 10, 2020
Raksha Bandhan 2020: Stay home and cook up zero-oil finger millet malpuasPremium Story
August 02, 2020 11:37 IST
It can help protect your heart health, improve the digestive system, lower the risk of cancer, boost respiratory health, detoxify the body, optimise the immune system, increase energy levels, and improve muscle and nerve health.
Sun, Aug 02, 2020
When times are pretty pickle, sweeten it with some black rice puddingPremium Story
July 26, 2020 11:09 IST
Black rice is highest in antioxidants. It boosts eye and heart health, protecting against certain forms of cancer, and aiding weight loss.
Sun, Jul 26, 2020
Say cheers to the simpler joys of life with this bael sherbetPremium Story
July 19, 2020 10:20 IST
Wood apple or bael has crude fibre, calcium, phosphorus, iron, zinc, copper, manganese, sodium, potassium, manganese and Vitamin C among others.
Sun, Jul 19, 2020
This Sunday, have fun with millet stuffed potato boatsPremium Story
July 12, 2020 11:16 IST
Today’s recipe is an expression of love and a reminder to self. Reminder that success is not always achieved by stepping out of your comfort zone.
Sun, Jul 12, 2020
Millet Mangalore Buns are perfect for the monsoons; here’s how you can make themPremium Story
July 05, 2020 10:45 IST
Millets are loaded with fibre that provide bulk to the stool and keep constipation -- a common problem during monsoons -- at bay.
Mon, Jul 06, 2020
Revive memories with the fresh aromas of traditional sindhi kadiPremium Story
June 28, 2020 11:22 IST
A comforting lunch at every Sindhi household, this Kadi brings back the flashing memories of my several birthday parties when every year the same menu never looked the same.
Mon, Jun 29, 2020
Make a virtual trip to Delhi 6 with this easy Chandni Chowk special Nagori Aloo recipePremium Story
June 21, 2020 12:15 IST
I tried my hands at this recipe and it turned out to be the perfect lunch for my family.
Sun, Jun 21, 2020
Try these beetroot-pumpkin barley fritters for your mood and immunityPremium Story
June 14, 2020 10:30 IST
Last Sunday, when it rained, I decided to rustle up these fritters to elevate my happiness as well as immunity. Read more for the step by step recipe.
Sat, Jun 13, 2020
Boost your immunity with this sorghum millet chaat and moringa buttermilkPremium Story
June 07, 2020 11:42 IST
Read more for the step by step recipe of sorghum millet chaat, and let your immunity evolve as you shine through this pandemic.
Tue, Jun 09, 2020
Have you tried the lockdown recipe Parmal ki Kadi?Premium Story
May 31, 2020 11:34 IST
This quick parmal kadi came as a rescue lunch idea on an already-busy weekday.
Sun, May 31, 2020
This Eid, try this lockdown dessert with watermelon rindPremium Story
May 24, 2020 11:32 IST
Not only does it look beautiful with minimum ingredients and almost no ghee or oil, this recipe also carries a lot of nutritional benefits.
Sun, May 24, 2020
Strengthen immunity with this quinoa and mango one-pot meal saladPremium Story
May 17, 2020 10:50 IST
In this recipe, you can always replace quinoa with economically priced and extremely healthy Indian millets like finger millet (ragi), sorghum (jowar) or barley (jau). They taste equally good.
Sat, May 16, 2020
On Mother’s Day, relive nostalgia with these 3 recipes for dipsPremium Story
May 10, 2020 11:03 IST
Today is the day to express gratitude to all mothers, including yourself if you are one, and to every maternal figure in your life.
Sun, May 10, 2020
Lockdown recipes: Make this 10-minute aloo bhujiya at homePremium Story
May 03, 2020 11:09 IST
Stay safe and let’s continue to cook up happiness through food.
Mon, May 04, 2020
Testing times to tasting times: Pumpkin stuffed barley momosPremium Story
April 26, 2020 10:34 IST
Barley millet boosts immunity as it is rich in vitamin B, potassium, selenium, calcium, magnesium, zinc, antioxidants and fibre. It also has a very low glycemic index making it perfect for weight loss regimes.
Sun, Apr 26, 2020
Lockdown cravings: Missing street food? Try Kolkata-style puchkas at homePremium Story
April 19, 2020 09:48 IST
While homemade street food brings families together, it also encourages you to use best quality ingredients in the most hygienic environment.
Sun, Apr 19, 2020
Q for Quarantine or Quinoa Croquettes: Life is what you make of itPremium Story
April 12, 2020 10:01 IST
Quinoa is gluten-free, high in protein and one of the few plant foods that contain sufficient amounts of all nine essential amino acids.
Sun, Apr 12, 2020
Stay home and try this recipe for your anytime hunger pangsPremium Story
April 05, 2020 09:40 IST
Read more for the step by step recipe and the abundance of health benefits it gives while you satiate your tea-time cravings.
Sun, Apr 05, 2020
21-day lockdown: This street-style samosa recipe is super easy, tasty and hygienicPremium Story
March 29, 2020 09:46 IST
Today’s recipe is a small attempt to help those who are craving street-food.
Sun, Mar 29, 2020
Stuck indoors? Stay calm and cook up an exotic snack for your loved onesPremium Story
March 22, 2020 10:01 IST
Oats contain many powerful antioxidants that help reduce blood pressure and other benefits. Oats are also high in soluble fibre, which helps in reducing cholesterol and blood sugar levels.
Sun, Mar 22, 2020