Kakdi

If there is one thing, we Indians simply cannot do without, it has to be pickles. Whether it's with a plain paratha or a traditional thali, a side of pickle is usually there on the plate. Pickles help provide an interesting burst of…

Kamal Kakdi is a low-calorie, high-fibre vegetable that is loaded with vitamins and minerals.Despite its unassuming appearance, this root vegetable packs a punch in terms of flavour and nutritional benefits.Kamal Kakdi, also known as lotus…

Lotus stem, also referred to as kamal kakri, is extremely versatile. You can steam it, deep-fry or even stir-fry lotus stem and enjoy it to the fullest. Besides, it is super healthy too. Lotus stem is loaded with nutrients and benefit our…

Crispy, fried or curried, we love having lotus stem in multiple ways. It has a crunchy texture and tastes somewhat sweet and juicy, making the vegetable super versatile in the world of gastronomy. But did you know, kamal kakdi is extremely…

Lotus stem or kamal kakdi is a food mostly savoured in the states of Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab. For all those who are still trying to understand what it is, it's a mature stem of the lotus flower that's used in cooking delectable…

I try, as far as possible, not to step out of the house on most days, unless I really have to. The weather in Mumbai is oppressive and the heat tyrannical. It’s as if we are paying a huge price for the largesse the weather gods showed us…