Recipes

If you love Masala Dosa, the famous dish that popularized Souther Indian cuisine around the world, then this recipe will remind you of the taste you had expereinced. The genius…

Here is one of the easiest and healthiest savory pancake recipes made with brown chickpea flour. In India it’s called Besan Cheela or Chickpea flour Chilla. It is a traditional…

Okra, Lady Finger, or Bhindi are the names of this delicious vegetable that we are going to feature in this recipe. These fried okras will be crunchy, and flavorful, and…

Moringa is one of the most beloved vegetables in India and is available especially during the summers. And while many people consume it, they do not know how many health…

Aam Panna is a traditional Indian summer drink, made with raw, unripe mangoes. This drink treats fatigue, dizziness, helps restore electrolyte balance and reduces excessive thirst especially when the going…

This Tomato soup has a nice umami, spicy and a tart flavor to it. This recipe is inspired from the popular Southern Indian dish called “Rassam” and in its original…

It’s easy to make your own protein powder and protein shake at home. If you want to replace unnatural and synthetic protein powders, but yet increase your protein intake and…

Sorghum is an ancient grain that has been a staple in many parts of Asia and Africa for centuries. This recipe of a sorghum flatbread is perfect for those who…

Jamu is a traditional Indonesian medicinal drink, which is popularly known as turmeric shot or turmeric ginger shot. There are several types of Jamu that can be prepared with various…

Turmeric is known for being one of the healthiest foods in the world. Yet, many people don’t know how to include turmeric in their daily foods, in a healthy way.…

Kitchari or Kitcharee is an Ayurvedic dish made with rice, lentils, turmeric and salt. The combination of rice, lentils and spices helps with digestion and nourishes your body with all the…

Most people love to buy store-bought seasoning cubes because they are easy to use. These seasoning cubes have become a must-have ingredient in every recipe. It adds a great flavour…

Zucchini Noodles with Asian Peanut Sauce is an easy recipe that can be served warm or chilled as a pasta salad. for lunch. It’s sweet, spicy, and it’s super delicious.…

This Zucchini Pasta with Creamy Avocado Pesto is a perfect recipe because it’s super healthy and the best part is you feel like you’re eating a big bowl of pasta!…

Green peas and oats are the centers of this veggie burger recipe. Infused with spices, each bite is a concentrated dose of nutrition, flavor, and fun. You’ll surely start your…

Are your kids looking for something new to eat for breakfast and you only have leftovers? For today’s recipe, we’ll be sharing with you a healthy breakfast that you can…

In this recipe, we will be using mung bean and coconut milk. This Coconut Mung Bean, or Mung bean with coconut gravy recipe is very delicious and easy to prepare.…

Palak means spinach and paneer is an Indian cheese. Essentially, Palak Paneer is an Indian cheese cooked in spinach gravy. But paneer is really hard to find and some people…

Palak Paneer is one of the most popular Indian dishes made with paneer cubes (Indian cottage cheese) in a smooth spinach gravy. In Hindi, palak means spinach and paneer means…

Pickles go well with just about anything. You can eat it with rice, a hamburger, with a salad or as a side. It is anything that has been pickled in…

Ginger Halwa is a recipe that is great if you have a runny nose, cold or sore throat. The ingredients of this recipe are very warming to the body so…

Who wouldn’t want a nice hot chocolate during the cold season, especially on holidays? Whether you are just staying home cuddled up under the blankets with a good book or…

Mulled wine or Glühwein in German is a combination of red wine, spices, fruits and sometimes other liquors. It’s a festive drink served warm and traditionally enjoyed during the winter,…

A Mulled Wine, also known as the Glühwein recipe is made traditionally made with an alcoholic red wine, spices and fruit such as oranges. It is a German/Austrian winter holiday…

Do you have so much leftover bread but it feels wrong to just throw it out? Don’t let it go to waste! Take that leftover bread, that day-old bread, and…

Bulgur is a common ingredient in the cuisines of many countries of the Middle East. It is a wheat grain that comes in different sizes. Bulgur does not require cooking,…

Tofu is a great source of Protein and Calcium that you can easily include in your daily diet. It is a soy-based food that’s made from curdling soya milk and…

Eggplant is an Indian Native veggie that is very common. Either baked, fried, or boiled, it is good in any way it’s cooked. In this recipe, we’ll show you how…

Eggplant, which is also called aubergine, comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, and is used a the base for some of the most delicious vegetrian recipes. Eggplant dip…

Carrot pickle is one of the easiest and heatlthiest ferments, which brings together a tangy flavour of slightly fermented carrots, together with a fresh mix of Indian spices. This pickle…

Our sugar-free strawberry jam recipe with chia seeds is not just very simple but also extremely nutritious. It takes literally just a few minutes to prepare, and you can use…

What to do with leftover rice? Try out our delicious recipe, which is suitable for vegans and vegetarians. Srikant from Happy Bellyfish is sharing his simple recipe where he uses…

Ramen is one of the most popular soups in the world, and that’s for a good reason. Our recipe of vegetarian ramen is not traditional, but it is asa hearty…

Our vegetable stock or vegan broth is made completely from kitchen scraps. When we cook with vegetables, we collect all the peels, tops, and other parts that normally end up…

This cauliflower leaves and stems recipe is inspired by Indian raita. Raita is  a type of a salad or a dip, where yoghurt is mixed with herbs, spices and sometimes…

There is no need to throw away cauliflower leaves and stems, because they can be used in delicious recipes. You can simply add them to soups, salads and stir fries,…

Our recipe for a vegan chocolate cake is as healthy as it can get. It’s as rich and delicious as any other classic chocolate cake, yet it’s made without eggs…

This easy mushroom recipe, that we simply called mushroom potato fry, is inspired by traditional cuisine of Eastern Europe. In Russia and Poland wild forest mushrooms are a big part…

Everyone knows a Pumpkin Soup – a sweetish comfort food, often spiced with nutmeg or cinnamon, and topped with vinegar and pumpkin seeds. Today we are going to cook a…

Buckwheat pancakes are the easiest and the healthiest breakfast you can imagine. Made without eggs, only with buckwheat flour and other healthy plant-based ingredients, it’s perfect even for a gluten-free…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Our Kohlrabi recipe, featuring this vegetable cooked in Indian style, will show you the easiest way to peel kohlrabi and to cook it. We will be using a famous…

Borscht must be the most famous recipe, which roots can be traced in many East European countries. Our recipe is a traditional one, but with a twist, because it’s vegetarian.…

The recipe of the rice dumpling that we are going to share with you in this post, comes from India, whre it’s enjoyed during special festive occasions. Depending on the…

Cooking radishes might sound like a totally wild idea, but if you give a try to our roasted radishes recipe, this will feel like the most natural thing to do!…

How many ways to cook a cauliflower do you know? Our cauliflower curry recipe, that is sometimes simply called a spiced cauliflower stir fry, can give you some serious inspiration…

Broccoli salad can be prepared in various ways, but the main secret for its irresistible flavour will always be the salad dressing. Our recipe of the broccoli salad with a…

Have you ever tried to cook watermelon rind, and do you always throw it away? Unknown to many, watermelon rind has numerous health benefits, and in fact much more nutrition…

Vegan sushi rolls are very easy to make and they can be a wonderful healthy snack or even a full meal. Our recipe is unique: we show you how to…

This easy and healthy, no-bake sugar-free dessert can be made in a matter of minutes. It features only four ingredients, and each of them can easily be named a superfood.…

This two ingredient flatbread made from rice flour will become your favourite recipe if you are into healthy eating and easy cooking. It fits a lot of diets and is…

This herbal tea recipe is a family secret that was passed down from generation to generation. Together with you we will pick the herbs fresh from the garden (see the…

Every house has their own mashed potatoes recipe. Our potato mash is, as always, with a twist. There is no need to buy ready spice mixes and flavour enhancers if…

Jackfruit has recently become a sensation among vegan and vegetarian foodies and it is widely used as a meat substitute. It it possible thanks to its earthy flavour and a…

This protein pancakes recipe only uses fresh ingredients, without any additional protein powders. It’s a perfect healthy breakfast, which is also gluten-free and suits a vegan diet. There are two…

There are numerous eggplant recipes (aubergine recipes), but very few are as easy and flavourful as the one that we are going to share with you today. If you ever…

This cabbage stir fry recipe will make you look very differently at a vegetable, that is considered to be rather boring – and trust us, it is not. The secret…

Making your own vegetarian thai curry from scratch is much easier than you think. There is no need to buy a ready-made thai curry paste from a store, because you…

This lentil soup recipe, made in Indian style, must be one of the easiest healthy recipes ever featured on Happy Bellyfish. It only needs three basic ingredients, no exotic spices…

Everybody knows how to cook rice, but not everyone knows how to turn simple rice into a delicious, nutritious and healthy meal with the use of vegetables and spices. Our…

Mung bean is one of the most delicious legumes, and a wonderful source of protein, fiber, antioxidants and minerals. In our recipe, that is inspired by Indian recipe of Moong…

Discover an easy and quick recipe for a delicious flatbread: no yeast and no milk were used. It is a perfect healthy party snack for a vegan or a plant-based…

Are you looking for healthy breakfast ideas? Today we’re going to share with you a very easy recipe, which is also gluten-free, oil-free and vegan: chickpea pancake. It can be…

Today we’re going to share with you a totally new way of cooking a pumpkin – a super easy recipe for a pumpkin stir fry with 5 delicious spices! The…

In winter, when it’s cold and you don’t have many fresh vegetables available, you can easily make a great variety of dishes from simple potatoes! Today we want to share…

Delicious potato wedges without frying is an extremely easy and fast recipe! It works perfectly as as quick healthy lunch or dinner. If you prefer, you can always skip oil…

When you buy beets next time – don’t throw away those delicious greens (beetroot tops or leaves, whatever you call it!). You can use them to prepare a very tasty…

Beetroot is popular in Russian and Eastern European cuisine, but it acquires totally new flavours cooked in Indian style. Try our beetroot curry, a great healthy recipe to make your…

Our cauliflower recipe was inspired by a very popular Indo-Chinese street food named gobi manchurian, but we make it more light and healthy. Gobi manchurian is a fusion dish, that…

In summer, when the green beans are in season, you can cook them in a very easy and healthy way, using just a few ingredients. What you really need is…

If you’re used to the sweet porridge as breakfast dish, this recipe will definitely surprise you, because in India oats are usually cooked with vegetables and spices. Try the traditional…

Chocolate panna cotta with raspberry sauce is a delicious and easy dessert, that is really perfect for the summer season when there is a great choice of berries. Our version…

Cottage cheese, known as paneer in India, ricotta in Italy or tvorog in Russia, belongs to easy, delicious and extremely nutritious foods. You can eat it for breakfast or use…

Indian cuisine has many traditional ways to cook spinach, but we want to share with you our simplified version, which is easy to cook and really delicious. This recipe is…

Asparagus is a delicious vegetable with a lot of health benefits. If you don’t know how to cook asparagus, don’t worry, this product is amazingly versatile, so you can find…

This delicious (and ridiculously easy to make) recipe for lemon pickle comes from the eastern part of India, and similar methods to preserve lemons are also used in Morocco. All…

Rhubarb and strawberry pie is a favourite treat during the spring and summer season! Our recipe is not just much easier than a traditional version, but also much healthier, moreover…

Our recipe for an easy pie with spinach and greens is inspired by the truly international cuisine! Something similar exists in the kitchens of almost every single country, whereas fillings…

Fried noodles is a popular dish in East and Southeast Asia, which can be cooked in many varieties and cooking styles. Here is our favourite version: an easy stir fry…

Sauerkraut is one of the healthiest fermented foods, and we will show you how to make it without salt! It is an easy recipe, following a Russian tradition of fermentation.…

Risotto alla Milanese, which means ‘rice in the style of Milan’ is one of the most famous dishes of the Northern Italian cuisine in the world. The main secret ingredient…

Spinach needs no introduction – it is an officially acknowledged super food: rich in protein, fiber, plenty of vitamins, iron and calcium. When the season comes we cook it non-stop…

Russia has a rich tradition of pickling – no wonder, the preserving techniques in a country with so many months of winter were simply necessary. This pickled cucumber recipe is…

Ginger has long back concurred the hearts (and stomachs) of nutritionists and health-conscious people. Before it got introduced into the western cuisine, where it was mostly used for sweets, it’d…

Ghee, or clarified butter, used in many Indian and Ayurvedic dishes. While high-quality commercial brands are the only option for many outside Indian sub-continent, the best ghee is homemade. All…

Festive season is here, and it means it is high time for baking experiments! Eating aromatic cookies, spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, has become a tradition, and all kids start…

Who doesn’t dream about a healthy candy? We’ve got a wonderful recipe for you, which requires only one (!) ingredient, but tastes like a sweet stretchy gummy bear! In every…

Who doesn’t like chocolate and especially a rich chocolate cake? It is hard to believe, but a favorite treat can be done very healthy, as well as very quickly if…

Vietnamese egg coffee is one of those unique local foods, which never fade in the memories of travellers in Vietnam. Upon their arrival home, many people try to replicate it home, but…

There are so many amazing sweet dishes you can make with apples, but very few people know about this version of a famous Indian dessert – apple halwa. It is…

Parmigiana is a typical Italian dish made with fried sliced eggplants, layered with cheese and tomato sauce, then baked. The origin of the dish is claimed by even three Italian…

It is difficult to find a better sweet treat for a September afternoon than a plum cake! If you are lucky to have a garden and a plum tree yourself,…

We would like to reveal you one of the biggest secrets of the house. We will share with you a secret recipe of tomato chutney, that will taste so good,…

French cuisine is famous for its elaborate and elegant dishes – but not all of them are as complicated as you think! A popular quiche is a unique treat –…

Millet is one of the lesser-known ancient grains, that is just gaining popularity among health conscious people. Because of its unique properties, millet is especially attractive for those who are looking for gluten-free options. While…

Raw, no-bake strawberry coconut cake is a perfect dessert for summer! While berries season is in full bloom you should enjoy it as much as possible, and we would like…

Ice cream or popsicle as a remedy for headaches and anxiety? Sounds like a dream, but we made it a reality for you! During hot summer days we crave for…

Beetroot is a commonly used vegetable in East European cuisine and can be found in many traditional foods. Everyone knows borsch, the most famous Russian and Ukrainian dish, but very…

Asparagus is a fantastic vegetable – it is crunchy and tender at the same time, it has a unique taste and best of all asparagus is incredibly rich in nutrients.…

Sesame seeds are a great source of copper and beneficial minerals – and it is so easy to include in your diet with this easy and delicious recipe! It doesn’t…

To make delicious sushi at home you need neither special equipment, nor even raw fish – we will show you how to make it in easy 5 steps, and not…

Did you knowhow easy it is to take almond milk? Try our traditional Italian recipe, which was shared by a Sicilian expert Oksana. Ingredients almond – 100 gr cold water – 300 gr…

Try our new delicious recipe for asparagus sauce, which takes just 10 minute to prepare! Ingredients onion – 1 mid-sized garlic – 1 clove butter or ghee – 1 tbsp full-fat cream – 100 ml balsamic vinegar – 1 tbsp black pepper – 1…

This recipe is provided by our recipes ambassador Ekaterina Panteleeva Ingredients spaghetti – 320 gr zucchini – 300 gr onion – 1 medium-sized shrimps – 300 gr saffron – 1/4 tsp (0.125 gr) cream (30%) – 100 gr extra…

Ingredients Dough and seasoning: water – 1 cup butter – 1/2 cup salt – 1/4 tbsp all purpose flour – 1 cup eggs – 3 vegetable oil for frying sugar – 1/4 cup (optional, for seasoning) cinnamon -1/4 cup…

Ingredients mung bean thread noodle – x200 grams carrot – x2 medium-sized cucumber – x1 medium-sized paprika – x1 medium-sized tomato – x1 medium-sized coriander – x1 cup galangal or ginger – x1 thumb-sized piece…

Ingredients carrots – x6 medium-sized ghee (purified butter) – x1 tbsp cardamom – x6 pods full fat milk – x1/2 l soft dates – x1 cup you can substitute dates with 3…

Ingredients beetroot – x1 medium-sized carrot – x2 medium-sized celery – x1 stick avocado – x1 tomato – x1 parsley – a handful roasted peanuts – 1/2 cups roasted cumin seeds – 1 tsp chilli flakes…

Passata di pomodoro is a tomato purée, which is used as a base for pasta sauces and many other Italian dishes. In Italy it is called «the queen of preserves»…

Ingredients raw bananas – x2 bananas coconut oil/ghee – x1 table spoon urad dal (black gram) – x1 table spoon curry leaves (fresh or dried) – x20 leaves green chilli –…

Making the real Indian masala chai is a real art. No cup of tea will ever taste the same to you when you try to eat in different houses and…

Ingredients 3 medium-sized carrots 1.5 cups oats 1/2 cup dried coconut 1.5 cups dates (soaked in water for t least 30 mins) 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup roasted walnuts Method Step…