Cheese is a dairy product prepared by acidifying or adding bacteria to the milk of various farm animals, then ageing or processing the solid portions. The manufacturing method and the milk used affect cheese’s nutritional value and flavour. Although cheese is high in fat, salt, and calories, it is also high in protein, calcium, and […]

In today’s fast-acting life, junk food is the saviour. It is easy to make and easily accessible and tastes so good. Junk Food has gained significant popularity in India within 20-30 years. Of course, junk foods are tasty, but are they healthy? Not at all, but we are so busy and need quick gratifications that […]

The mustard plant is recognised for its tiny yellowish seeds, which produce mustard, one of the world’s most famous condiments. However, many people have been using the plant’s green leaves for their health benefits and cooking purposes for ages. As the name suggests, mustard greens are leaves from the mustard plant. They have multiple uses, […]

Durian, also called the “king of fruits”, is a tropical fruit. It has large edible pods called the durian pulp. Unfortunately, durian has a slightly ill reputation for its unpleasant smell. Some countries have banned it due to its pungent smell. However, it has a creamy texture and sweet taste. Durian is full of nutrients, […]

Butter is a nutrient-dense dairy product derived from milk. It is made from milk and contains 20% water and 80% of the residual fat whey, or milk solids. It is mainly composed of lactones, fatty acids, triglycerides, diacetyl and dimethyl sulphide, and methyl ketone; these components are responsible for flavour. Butter mostly comes from cow’s […]

Acai is a valuable plant for its fruit, trunk, and leaves. It is native to the Amazon Rainforest, and its demand in the past few years has increased tremendously; most of the cultivation of Acai is for human usage. Therefore, Acai is known as a superfood owing to its benefits. Acai is present in two […]

Mango is one of the most popular fruits in India that is available during the summer season. It is a succulent, aromatic fruit of the evergreen Mangifera Indica tree. The fruit consists of an outer skin and a fleshy edible portion enclosing a single seed. Known as the ‘king of fruits,’ the juicy and delicious […]

This crunchy bright colored fruit is one of the most popular fruits in the world. Apples are cultivated worldwide, with their origin traced to Central Asia and are rich in vitamin C, fiber, minerals, and various antioxidants. You can have apples as a stand-alone snack in the middle of a busy day or eat them […]

From maintaining your blood sugar to satiety levels before your next meal, the importance of snacks cannot be more emphasized. Healthy snacking between meals not only helps keep your hunger at bay but also prevents you from overeating. Unfortunately, due to the number of fad diets that have popped up, Indian snacks have developed a […]

Halloumi cheese is a white, layered cheese identical to mozzarella cheese. People traditionally made it from goat or sheep milk on the Eastern Mediterranean island of Cyprus. However, many people now use cow’s milk to prepare it. It has a little spongy feel and is semi-hard, unripened, and brined. It has a tart and salty […]

Radishes are not exactly the most popular vegetables around, but they are one of the healthiest. Radishes are often used in the culinary world and add a pungent, peppery element to dishes. The vegetables also contains an array of vitamins, minerals and nutritional compounds that can positively affect your health. There are many different types […]

Monterey Jack would be the sweet-tempered SuperMelter if cheeses were superheroes. This semi-hard cheese from California melts like an ice cream cone in Death Valley. However, it has a mild flavour that won’t overpower other ingredients.  Monterey Jack is a semi-hard white cheese manufactured from cow’s milk from California. It has a subtle sweetness and […]

Ghee is a clarified or drawn butter that has its existence primarily in Indian cuisine. Clarification is the process of separating milk solids and water from fat during heating. You can make ghee by cooking butter for longer than clarified butter, enabling milk solids to be brown before being filtered off. Ghee has a deeper, […]

Split peas are a type of processed peas where the seed is cut in half, peeled and dried. It is the same as green peas. Only the processing of this type makes the ingredient unique. Both split peas and green peas belong to the same Pisum Sativum plant. Split peas come in green and yellow […]

American cheese is a famous and loved cheese variety which is gaining further popularity in recent times. It is a remarkable variety of processed cheese which came into existence in 1910 in the USA. It is unique due to its salty flavour and low melting point. People also know it as ‘yellow cheese’ and alternatively […]

Arugula is a leafy green vegetable with multiple common names, such as salad rocket, garden rocket, roquette and colewort. It is a superfood from the plant family Brassicaceae and is a relative to cabbage, collards and cauliflower. This green leafy superfood is often mistaken for a lettuce or salad green, but it’s a cruciferous vegetable […]

Gorgonzola is an Italian cheese that hails from the town of Gorgonzola. It is a variety of blue cheese. It is manufactured only using cow’s milk and has a milder flavour than other blue cheese forms. The delicious gorgonzola cheese offers several health benefits. People use it as a condiment with bread, made as the […]

Summary: Enjoy the hot summer days by keeping your body well-hydrated with the help of fresh cucumbers. As an added benefit, lose weight and prevent chronic ailments at the same time. Doctors often advise you to remain hydrated. They ask you to drink adequate amounts of water that will keep your body healthy and rejuvenated. […]

Mascarpone cheese or mascarpone is a specific cheese originating in Italy. It is an acid-set that forms by adding inoculum or an acid. Thus, the process of producing this cheese is simplified. Mascarpone cheese falls under the category of cream cheese, which means that they purely make it of cream and milk. Mascarpone is strikingly […]

Our thoughts immediately turn to pickle herrings, Swedish pancakes, and lingonberries when we think of nordic foods. However, another traditional northern European food is gaining popularity in American households. It is skyr. This is a strained yoghurt that people in Iceland have been eating for thousands of years. It is a dairy product similar to […]

Salsa, made from finely diced vegetables and spices, is a fresh, nourishing, and flavorful addition to any meal. But, more significantly, it is a nutritious powerhouse with numerous health advantages. Salsa is the Spanish word for “sauce”, but it is healthier than sauces like sriracha. Its primary ingredient is usually fresh-chopped tomatoes. However, other exotic […]

Blue cheese is a semi-soft cheese variant with a salty and sharp taste. It is mainly cultured from the edible penicillium genus mould. The marble texture on the cheese is caused by the spore moulds leaving a unique green-blue network design. Strains of penicillium like Penicillium expansum can be dangerous to consume, but Penicillium glaucum […]

Sriracha is a spicy sauce containing various taste-enhancing ingredients like chilli peppers, sugar, distilled vinegar, garlic, and salt. It is a bright red condiment that originated from Sri Racha in Thailand. A woman named Thanom Chakkapak invented the recipe for the famous Sriracha sauce in Thailand. Originally it was only for her friends and family, […]

Many people suffer from cholesterol problems, leading to cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and other metabolic disorders. People are trying to adopt different exercise routines with a healthy balanced diet to reduce cholesterol levels. Everyone is leaning toward plant sources for the consumption of healthy fats and oil because of their zero cholesterol levels in them. The […]

Popularly called Sarson ka Tel in India, mustard oil is a versatile ingredient in most kitchens. While it is known for its intense flavour and culinary purposes, mustard oil also has numerous health benefits. For example, the anti-inflammatory properties of mustard are good for diabetes. In addition, mustard oil contains an ample dose of notable […]

Tahini is a paste made from ground, toasted sesame seeds. It has a robust nutty taste since sesame seeds have a peculiar flavour. As a result, tahini is way more versatile with a better savoury flavour profile and might replace your favourite nut and seed butter. You might know tahini as the primary ingredient of […]

Erythritol is a naturally great sweetener and is extremely popular. It is a common sweetener in low-calorie foods, sweets, and bakery products. Erythritol is a carbohydrate that is a sugar alcohol and is a sugar substitute. It is a naturally occurring substance in many fruits like peaches, grapes, pears, watermelons, etc. It is also present […]

The term ‘Cumin’ is from the Latin Cuminum, from the Greek term ‘Kyminon.’ cumin is famous with a variety of names in several languages, including kū míng (Chinese), jeera (Hindi), Cumino (Italian), Comino (Spanish), Cumin (French), Kamoun (Arabic), and kreuzkümmel (German). It is the dried seed of the herb Cuminum cyminum, also related to parsley. […]

With increasing awareness of the benefits of vegetable oils as food and nutraceuticals (health-enhancing foods), the demand for vegetable oil has rapidly risen. However, this global trend leads to the insufficiency of vegetable oils, which entails exploring new sources of edible oil to meet the demands. And wheat germ oil is as valuable as gold. […]

Wasabi, also called Japanese horseradish, is a cruciferous vegetable that rises inherently along streambeds in mountain river canyons in Japan. It also grows in parts of Korea, China, New Zealand, and North America, where it is shady and moist. It is known for its robust and fragrant flavour and sharp green colour. Wasabi is an […]