Snacks
FastSnack: Indian Potato Pancake (Aloo Tikki Recipe)
The Aloo Tikki is a like a midly spicy Indian cousin to the potato pancake. My version uses jowan also called ajwain, carom seeds or bishop weed. It’s a filling snack and can be easily customized. The recipe uses the traditional chickpea flour for the light coating and is naturally gluten free and vegan. If […]
Chinese Moon Cakes in Sunset Park
The other day I posted about the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival known as Zhōngqiū Jié which ends tomorrow, September 19th. It celebrates the harvest season and the full moon. The customary gift is known as the moon cake. Because of it’s ubiquity during the season it’s hated by many. Some view it like the fruit cake […]
Snack Reviews: Maniar’s Wheat Crisps (Ginger Chili Coriander Khakhra)
Khakhra are a crisp/cracker originating from the state of Gujarat, India. Generally they are made with wheat and various spices. Sometimes other flours are incorporated such as black millet (bajri). They’re often eaten as a snack or for breakfast. The dough is created, flattened and then slow roasted. Most khakra are circular so the Maniar’s […]
Reviews: Gratify Gluten Free Sea Salt Pretzels
Other than the excellent Glutino brand, I’ve never seen another GF pretzel before. These Gratify Gluten Free pretzels were picked up at MetFood for $2.99 on sale. The packaging is fantastic. The lovely blue makes you think velvet or at least something decadent. They taste nearly as crunchy as regular pretzels. Plus they’re mini which […]
Tamarind Tuna Salad Recipe
This variation of standard American tuna salad adds some zing and color from the tamarind chutney. My go-to is the Swad brand because it already has some sugar, chili powder, and garlic in it. If you can’t find this type of chutney in your area, tamarind concentrate can be used but it will be necessary […]
Indian Chicken Fajitas (Gluten Free)
This Indian-ish chicken marinade is easy to put together. It includes crushed fennel seeds which is quickly becoming one of my favorite spices for a bright, refreshing flavor. It’s a like a much lighter version of licorice. Depending on taste you can make it as spicy as you like. I recommend cooking the chicken and […]
My Dad’s Cookies Chocolano Flavor (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)
These My Dad’s chocolano cookies are a gluten free (also labelled wheat free/dairy free) cousin to the more famous Milano from Pepperidge Farm. These treats are an improvement however because they have the richness of a Milano but with a more delicate crunch and a slight crumbliness. The cookie is in perfect proportion to the […]
Garvi Gujarat: Taro Leaves Roll Review (Gluten Free, Vegan)
I’d never seen a taro leaf based snack at an Indian grocery before. When opening the package, the aroma of chili powder and amchur (dried mango) stings the nostrils. Inside the “rolls” were actually larger than expected (probably the diameter of a golf ball). The dried taro leaves are covered in gram (chickpea) flour and […]
FastSnack: Potato Pancake Recipe (Gluten Free, Vegan)
Potato pancakes are a fun, very customizable snack and a great to use leftover mashed potatoes. The recipe below is non-traditional but very tasty. They’re enjoyable served with ketchup, apple sauce, or chutney. I’ll post up a cousin to this, the Aloo Tikki very soon as well. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes […]
Sweet Beat: Enjoy Life Soft-Baked Chocolate Chip Cookies Review (Gluten Free, Vegan)
Enjoy Life Foods, not to be confused with Eat Well Enjoy Life make some of the best soft baked cookies I’ve ever had. They’re bite size and come 12 to a box. For the sale price of $3.19 (regular price $4.50-$5) at LifeThyme Health Market in New York, they were a deal. Unlike many cookies […]
