Asha G

I'm Asha, a full-time working mom who loves creating delicious and nutritious meals for my family. In this cozy corner of the internet, I invite you to join me as we explore food together.
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Breakfast

Uppumavu (Upma) Recipe: Comforting and Easy Breakfast

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Some dishes bring comfort and having them bring back lots of fond memories. For me, Uppumavu is that dish. A classic Kerala breakfast staple, often served with kadala curry (black chickpea curry), it’s as simple as it is satisfying. But it wasn’t always a regular on our table. Growing up, breakfast was mostly mum’s department. Unlike today, where most families rely on cereals due to their busy lifestyles, we had a different homemade dish every …

Drinks

Berry Blast Smoothie – My Go-To for a Quick, Healthy Pick-Me-Up

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I’ve been trying to be more mindful about how I start my mornings. I try to make something light but nourishing, tasty but not sugar-loaded, and definitely quick. Because let’s face it, we don’t all have the luxury of leisurely chopping papayas or waiting for oats to soak. Now, this Berry Blast Smoothie is my little secret weapon. This smoothie came about during one such chaotic morning. I had a few strawberries and blueberries that …

Curry

How to Make Delicious Rajma Chawal – A Cozy Indian Classic

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Rajma Chawal. Just the name brings a sense of comfort, doesn’t it? In most Indian homes—including mine—it’s not just food, it’s an emotion. Rajma (red kidney beans) cooked in a luscious, spiced tomato-onion gravy, served over warm rice… it’s not only simple but also hearty, and hits all the right notes. When I moved to Bengaluru for my first job, it was a whole new world. Not just the independence, but the food from all …