Side dishes, Asian, 300 or fewer calories Recetas

bread dahi vada (video recipe)

Bread dahi vada is a quick, easy, yummy & instant version of the original dal vadas.

Luau Rice

I can’t recall where I obtained this recipe but it makes a very delicious & flavourful rice. I serve this alongside a grilled Teriyaki chicken & a…

beetroot raita (Step by Step with photo)

Beetroot raita is a healthy and bright colored, beautiful looking raita. This pink colored raita is the best…

Beet It!

Yesterday I was over the moon that I'd found a new South Asian Market here in Sonoma county. As I think I'd mentioned before we have only ONE Indian…

Smoke Your Yogurt!

Ever since I was a kid, I've been a sucker for flamboyant table gestures. You know what I'm talking about. The Caesar salad made at the table, the…

Curry Leaves And Chili Lala (Clams)

Immersed in a thick spicy dark sauce with the inviting aroma of curry leaves.

Carrots Aren't Just For Rabbits!

When planning any meal it's important to have the right mix of dishes on the table. It's like writing, having…

Tapioca Poriyal (Stir fry)

stir fried with chili powder, spices and curry leaves for the spicy and appealing taste.

Crispy Fried Bitter Gourd (Pavakkai) With Curry Leaves.

Flavours were uplifted with garam masala and curry leaves for an incredible crunchy bite.

Creamy Cauliflower And Lakers Magic!

One thing I love about fixing a tandoori chicken lunch is the simplicity. Once the chicken has been marinated,…

Squash In A Spice Paste Done Pronto!

This has been one hell of a week, one of those 7 day stretches that includes everything on lifes'…

Fried Rice

Only 4 Weight Watchers points per 3/4 C serving

panch ratna raita

This is a yogurt based side salad that prevents heart burns for those of us who really love our spices.

madhur jaffrey's chana dal

Chinese Broccoli (gai lan)

Excellent side dish to any meal. No bitter taste and a little crunch.