Hello, I'm Dr Chintal Patel
Welcome to my kitchen
I have been a General Practitioner in London for over 12 years. I work with families and children and see a need for family friendly food that is easy to make and enjoyable to eat by the whole family. I often meet parents who struggle to encourage their children to eat nutritious meals or to find the time to make healthy meals at home. They often find themselves cooking separate meals for their children or using readymade meals. I want to empower these families to cook together and make quick, easy, cheap and healthy recipes at home the whole family can enjoy.
Welcome to my kitchen
I have been a General Practitioner in London for over 12 years. I work with families and children and see a need for family friendly food that is easy to make and enjoyable to eat by the whole family. I often meet parents who struggle to encourage their children to eat nutritious meals or to find the time to make healthy meals at home. They often find themselves cooking separate meals for their children or using readymade meals. I want to empower these families to cook together and make quick, easy, cheap and healthy recipes at home the whole family can enjoy.
Food can be fun…
Who says healthy food has to be boring… let me show you how you can make food fun for the whole family but especially kids… (and big kids too!)
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COVID 19 VACCINES 🦠💉 Today I was a vaccinator for one of the NHS vaccination centres in London & I also received my Covid-19 vaccine so I wanted to share some images (swipe 👉🏽) & insights from the vaccination clinics. For more - head on over to my stories. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Firstly, hats of to Central London Healthcare for totally nailing it with the most efficient, super organised system full stop! EVERY patient I saw commented on how smoothly everything flowed. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’m going to be sharing more insights into the vaccination clinics over on the @nhsenglandldn page over the next few weeks so head on over there. They also already have lots of really helpful information. If you, or someone you know have your vaccine appointment coming up or have any general questions about the covid19 vaccine - I would love to hear from you. Pop your questions in the comments below and I will try my best to answer them. Just a reminder: I am a GP but I am not your GP so no personal questions please ❤️ A huge thank you to Eliza @emkl1997 for being the best team mate today in our little pod 🤗 ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #nhs #covid19 #vaccine #covidvaccine #teamnhs #immunisations #vaccinessavelives
Jan 14
SWEETCORN EGG DROP SOUP Another quick and easy lunch idea today for soup season! Served with a drizzle of crispy chilli oil for me (I am totally addicted to the stuff 😍) This soup can be easily adapted to make it vegan by leaving the egg out or substituting it with some soft tofu I made this without measuring anything today but if you would like the recipe let me know & I’ll definitely make it again & share it here 🤗 Chintal x P.S. this is totally weaning/child friendly without the chilli oil x ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ____________________________ #drchintalskitchen #soup #sweetcornsoup #yum #healthyfood #eggdropsoup #lunch #lunchideas #easyrecipes #veganrecipes #vegetarianrecipes #pb #wfpb #wholefoods #sweetcorn #soup #souprecipe #healthyrecipes #quicklunch #quickandeasy #midweekmeals #meatlessmonday #meatfreemonday #kidsfood #kidsrecipes #eatbetternotless #familymeals #familyrecipes #quickandeasylunch
Jan 12
ALMOND BERRY BANANA CAKE 🎂 Because banana bread is soooo last lockdown 💁🏻♀️ So Fridays used to be my day off from work to have some ‘me time’ (aka squeeze in a workout, do housework & catch up on life admin 😂). However, today, it was mummy’s home economics lesson & this is the result! A delicious almond & oat flour banana & berry bake 😍. Serving suggestion: warm with vanilla custard or ice cream! Recipe video by my 8 year old in stories 🥰 The lesson we learnt today: If you put butter in the microwave to melt, you may be so distracted by your 8 year olds questions that you actually forget to take it out to put into the bake itself 🤦🏻♀️ But don’t worry it still worked & tasted delicious so you can find this butter free recipe in my stories & I’ll save it to highlights 🥰 Who fancies giving this a try over the weekend? Happy Friday! ❤️ Chintal x ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #bananacake #bananabread #blueberrys #glutenfree #glutenfreerecipes #healthyfood #healthyrecipe #dckbakes #yum #friday #weekendbakes #healthybakes #cake #instacake #vegetarianrecipes #kidscooking #kidsinthekitchen #healthyrecipes #wfpb #wholefoods #norefinedsugar #bakingwithkids #plantbased #easyrecipes #easyrecipe #foodblogger #eatbetternotless #eatingwell
Jan 8
🍜 MISO NOODLE POTS 🍜 . If like me, you are finding yourself making 123586483 meals a day... here is a quick & easy lunch idea the whole family will love. Demonstrated by mini me 👦🏻🥰 It’s the easiest recipe to prep the night before & you can throw in lots of fresh veggies...or anything you have left over from your evening meal... we used rice noodles, spinach, edamame, mushrooms, spring onions, coriander chilli & tofu. But you could also add cooked prawns, chicken or any other vegetables. In fact, I made peanut butter chicken version (you can find it further down my page) and it was so good! All you need to do is pour in boiling water when you’re ready to eat 😋 Your very own pot noodle 🍜 Recipe in the video - I recommend sound on 🎤🥰 Chintal x Edit: lots of questions in DMs about which miso I used - I used @clearspringuk barley miso - they have sachets which are handy for on the go or you can buy unpasteurised in a jar. If making this ahead of time - put all the WET INGREDIENTS AT THE BOTTOM & dry noodles on top so it can be kept ready. When you want to use eat - just add boiling water 🤗 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #noodles #potnoodle #noodlepot #lunch #lunchideas #quicklunches #quicklunchideas #misosoup #miso #yum #quicklunch #lunchbox #healthyrecipes #healthyfood #pb #wholefoods #wfpb #letscookvegan #vegetarianrecipes #veganrecipes #easyrecipes #quickandeasy #meatfreemonday #meatlessmonday #healthyfood #spinach #quickandeasyrecipes #noodlesoup @clearspringuk @foodnetworkuk @healthyfoodviideos
Jan 6
Sending a big hot chocolate hug in a mug to anyone & everyone who needs it right now ❤️❤️❤️ I know I do... 🤗 Chintal xx #hotchocolate #chocolate #hotchocolatemakeseverythingbetter #drchintalskitchen #huginamug #hotchocolatebombs #hotchocolatetime #cantwaittohugagain
Jan 4
CHRISTMAS CRINKLE COOKIES 🍪 Leftover mincemeat or fruit? I’ve got you covered with a delicious way to use it up because I’m all about #zerowaste (and if, like me, you don’t like mincemeat - use candied Orange or lemon peel 🍊🍋) This @bbcgoodfood crinkle cookie recipe is always on repeat in our house - so quick & easy my boys can make it themselves. The candied fruit takes it to the next level I made a few batches to give as edible gifts to neighbours 🎁 Wishing you all a healthy happy Christmas break 🙏🏽❤️ Chintal x ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Recipe: (Makes 30- 35 mini 🍪) ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 60gms cacao or cocoa powder - sieved 100gms candied Orange peel/mincemeat 200gms caster sugar 75mls oil - I used olive oil 2 large eggs 180gms plain flour 1 tsp baking powder 70gms icing sugar Pinch of salt ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1️⃣ Mix they cacao, sugar & oil in a bowl 2️⃣ Add the eggs 1 at a time and whisk to mix in well 3️⃣ Add the other ingredients (except icing sugar) into a bowl, mix & then add the the cacao mix 4️⃣ Form a dough with the mix 5️⃣ Put dough in the fridge for 1 hour 6️⃣ Heat the oven to 170’C (fan) 7️⃣ Remove the dough, roll into small Balls, coat in the icing sugar & place on a baking tray lined with baking paper 8️⃣ Bake for 10 mins 9️⃣ Enjoy once cool! . . . . . . @ocadouk @mobkitchen #drchintalskitchen #bbcgoodfood #ratemyplateocado #zerofoodwaste #cookies #crinklecookies #chocolate #chocolatecookies #bakingwithkids #homebakes #yum #healthyfood #healthybakes #christmascookies #boxingdayleftovers #boxingday #baking #homemade #easyrecipes #healthyrecipes #wholefoods #vegetarainrecipes #eatbetternotless #mincemeat #thenewhealthy #eatbetternotless #christmasrecipes #kidsrecipes
Dec 27
🎄 BRUSSEL SPROUT PAKORA 🎄 Brussel sprout pakora cooked live this morning with my lovely friend @drsarakayat for herself and her 6 month baby boy Harris. A family friendly recipe suitable for weaning (from 6M +) and a great way of introducing spices into children’s food... I’m hoping Harris will love them Sara! ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So if you’ve got any leftover over sprouts after Christmas dinner... turn them into Pakora in less than 15 minutes with this super easy recipe 🙌🏽 Even my kids enjoyed these & they turn their noses up at sprouts! Let me know if you fancy giving these a try! Chintal x Recipe: (approx 20 pakora ) 250gms Brussel sprouts 1 red onion 200gms Gram flour (chickpea flour) 200-250mls water 1-2 teaspoons turmeric 1 -2 teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon minced garlic/ginger Hand full of chopped coriander Salt to taste (not for babies!) 500mls oil for deep frying or spray pakora with a little oil and use an air fryer 1️⃣ Wash and slice the sprouts into thin slices (for babies - steam/part boil them first but not too much or they will end up mush!) 2️⃣ Add all the ingredients except the water into a bowl 3️⃣ Add 1/2 the water & Mix really well 4️⃣ Add the rest of the water slowly about 10 mls at a time until you have a thick batter coating the sprouts 5️⃣ Adjust the water as needed, if the sprouts are quite wet you may not need it all. 6️⃣ If the batter is too loose and not holding together add in a tablespoon or 2 of the gram flour 7️⃣ Heat the oil on a medium heat 8️⃣ Drop heaped tablespoon sized pakoras into the hot oil and deep fry for a few minutes until they just start to turn a golden brown 9️⃣ Remove and drain on kitchen paper & serve hot! 😋 🔟 Sprinkle with a little chat masala if you have it and serve hot with - tamarind or coriander chutney (recipe further down my page) @nanaschutneys also have some delicious chutneys that would work well with these ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ __________________________ #drchintalskitchen #pakora #sprouts #bhajia #bhaji #onionbhaji #glutenfreefood #glutenfreerecipe #indianfood #indianrecipe #easyindianrecipes #yum #healthyrecipes #easyrecipes #yum #quickandeasy
Dec 18
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas 🎄 🎶.... A little throwback to my Christmas tree canapés from last year... Sooooooo easy to whip up in minutes I know we won’t be having the same celebrations this year but I’m still making these little 🎄 Can I tempt you to try them? Chintal x . . . RECIPE: . . Cucumber slices 🥒 Cream cheese 🧀 Smoked salmon Cucumber thinly peeled on its side 🥒 Pomegranate seed 💎 🌱 Vegan? I’ve got you covered - use roasted pepper and cashew cream cheese 🌱 Literally layer the above as seen in the picture and you are ready to go! To make the tree - peel layers of cucumber, fold to make the ‘tree’ and poke with a cocktail stick to keep everything in place! I used the citrus 🍊 smoked salmon from @waitroseanspartnerspr which has this beautiful edible gold glitter but you can use any smoked salmon ❤️ Enjoy! Chintal x . . . . . . #drchintalskitchen #canape #dckfunfood #christmasfood #christmasfoodideas #yum #salmon #smokedsalmon #cucumber #creamcheese #healthyrecipes #easyrecipes #funfood #wholefoods #seafoodrecipes #canapeideas #partyfood #partyfoodideas #thenewhealthy #feedfeed #allrecipes #tohfoodie #foodnetwork #eatingwelleats #kidsfood #canapes #funfood #healthyfood #healthyrecipes
Dec 8
➡️ Swipe to play recipe Secret Santa! 🎅🏽 I’ve teamed up with my foodie friends @sanjana.feasts @dish_by_rish @nishascookingagain to spread a little festive cheer this Christmas. We’ve recreated each other’s signature dishes... But things got a bit jumbled over at the North Pole workshop. Can you match the dish to the person who recreated it, just by looking at the photos? 1. Aubergine or Chicken Katsu Curry 2. Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli 3. Malai Kofta 4. Popcorn Okra Comment below with your answers! 💫 #drchintalskitchen #secretsanta #secretrecipesanta #malaikofta #malai #curry #Fakeaway #saturdaynightin
Dec 5
🥞🎅🏻 PANCAKES 🎅🏻🥞 Yay its DECEMBER! 🥞🎅🏻 Well this breakfast went down well in our house! Our usual banana/oat blender pancakes got a little Christmasy berry & cream makeover 😋 Right ... finally time to buy our🎄... I think I’m the only person in the world who doesn’t have it up yet! This year, I’m trying to be more sustainable so we’re going to buy an artificial tree we can reuse every year - Any recommendations? Thank you! Chintal x Recipe: 2 bananas 2 large eggs 3/4 cup oats 1/2 tsp baking powder (for fluffy 🥞) 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional but advised!) Oil for frying Toppings: Strawberries, blueberries & cream to decorate. Chocolate smile 🙂 1️⃣ Blend all the ingredients except the toppings to make a smooth batter 2️⃣ Heat a little oil in a frying pan 3️⃣ Fry pancakes on low-medium hear for a couple of minutes each side to cook 4️⃣ Allow to cool slightly before decorating with strawberries & cream as seen 5️⃣ Serve right away! ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #dckbreakfast #pancakes #pancakeday #whatiateforbreakfast #funfood #kidsfood #yum #kidscooking #christmasfood #kidsinthekitchen #bananapacakes #oatpancakes #healthypancakes #healthyfood #vegetarianrecipes #pb #wfpb #wholefoods #oatsforbreakfast #oatmeal #pancake #breakfastideas #healthybreakfast #breakfastideas #healthybreakfastideas #strawberries #strawberriesandcream #pancakesforbreakfast
Dec 1
BUTTERNUT & SWEET POTATO COCONUT CURRY Literally the quickest easiest creamiest curry EVER & suitable for the whole family from 6months up I’ve served with rice, chapatti & a side salad (swipe 👉🏽 to see a baby 👶🏻 friendly serving suggestion) I had a bag of diced butternut squash & sweet potato from @ocadouk in my fridge to use up & seeing as I’m all about #ZeroWaste I turned it into this delicious curry! (We had soup for lunch otherwise that was option 2!) Happy Friday everyone! Chintal x ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ Recipe: (Serves 2 or 4 as a side dish) 350gms squash/sweetpotato - cubed 1 teaspoon minced ginger 1/2 tsp mustard seeds 1 tsp cumin seeds 5 curry leaves (fresh if possible) 1 tsp turmeric 3 tablespoons tomato puree 160ml tin coconut cream 1 tablespoon rapeseed oil Handful of chopped fresh coriander (about 30gms) Salt to taste Method: 1️⃣ In a saucepan, heat the oil and add the mustard seeds until they start to pop. Then add the curry leaves, cumin seeds & ginger & stir on a low heat for 1 min 2️⃣ Next add the tomato puree & sqauash/sweet potato, coriander, turmeric & salt to taste. Stir well 3️⃣ Top with about 200mls water, enough to cover the squash/SP cubes. Put a lid on the pan and simmer for about 10-15mins until the squash is cooked through 4️⃣ Pour in the coconut cream (leave a little for garnish if you like) & stir well 5️⃣ Remove the lid and simmer for a few minutes until you have your desired consistency 6️⃣ Garnish with coconut cream and coriander. Serve right away with rice & chapatti #ratemyplateocado #zerowasteawards @mobkitchen ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #dckindianfood #dckdinner #yum #curry #fridaynightin #fakeaway #indianfood #indianrecipes #curry #butternutsquash #comfortfood #vegan #pb #wholefoods #wfpb #vegetarianrecipes #veganrecipes #indianrecipes #easycurryrecipe #meatfreemonday #meatlessmonday #eatbetternotless #plantbased #quickrecipes #easyrecipes #familymeals
Nov 27
GUEST POST FROM MY BOYS 👦🏽👦🏽 Hi everyone, Thank you for reading 🤗. We are 2 boys who love to cook. We know how this year has been hard for so many people. Also charities that can help people are finding it hard too. We wanted to try to help raise money for some of these charities. We usually donate food at school in our harvest festivals, but we wanted to do more to help. So, during our half term holiday, we decided to write a charity cookbook of our favourite recipes 🍪🎂🍝🥘. You can get our e-cookbook for... wait for it... any donation! Any donation big or small helps and would mean so much to us and the charities. ALL your donation will be split between @switchback_ldn & @cardinalhumecentre To donate & download your copy.... click on the link in our mum’s bio! We hope you enjoy cooking the recipes. They are all easy recipes that we like to make (and eat 😋). Hopefully you can make them too! You might need a little help from an adult if you haven’t cooked before. If you make the recipes please send us a photo - we would love to see it! Thank you everyone 😁 Kush & Yash x ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ _____________________________________________ #drchintalskitchen #cookbook #ebook #kidscooking #kidsinthekitchen #charity #charitycookbook #healthyfood #healthyrecipes #easyrecipes #yum #vegetarianfood #kidscookbook #healthyrecipe #easyrecipe #quickmeals #familymeals #midweekmeals #familyfriendlyrecipes #kidsmeals #homecooking #homecooked #wfpb #wholefoods #food #mykitchen #cooking #recipeoftheday #recipeinspiration
Nov 23
BLENDER SHEET PANCAKES Weekends = pancakes in our house 🥞 But if you don’t have time for all the flipping (there is a LOT of flipping involved in our house of 4! ) Then try my blend & bake sheet pancakes... you literally blend all the ingredients, pour into a baking tray & pop into the oven to bake... 💁🏻♀️ Literally the quickest easiest breakfast ever... plus happy kids with Pan - CAKES for breakfast 🙌🏾 Suitable for all ages 6m+, they are a great way to introduce and keep nuts in your babies diet Hope you can try it! I promise you will not regret it! Chintal x Recipe: 20cm square pan 2 large RIPE bananas (brown spots essential) 3/4 cup oats 3/4 cup ground almonds 3 eggs 1/2 tsp baking powder Toppings: raspberries, blueberries & flaked almonds (use ground nuts for <5 yrs). I used frozen berries but fresh will work too Preheat your oven to 180’C Blend all the ingredients except the toppings in a blender or use a stick blender in a large bowl Sprinkle with toppings Bake 180’C for about 15-20 mins until cooked through... slice & serve! 😋 this will depend on the size of your baking tin so keep an eye on them after about 12 mins #drchintalskitchen #dckbakes #dckbreakfast #whatiateforbreakfast #healthybreakfast #yum #pancakes #sheetpancakes #pancaketime #easyrecipes #vegetarianrecipes #whatiateforbreakfast #breakfastideas #easybreakfast #easybreakfastideas #saturday #healthybreakfast #noaddedsugar #norefinedsugar #glutenfree #glutenfreefood #kidsfood #foodforkids #pancake #fluffypancakes #healthybaking #banana #oats
Nov 21
⭐️ GINGERBREAD STARS ⭐️ We had lots of fun last weekend whipping up these gingerbread stars to share with family & friends for our Diwali festivities... fortunately, we made a double batch so I’ve kept these stars for us to hang on our Christmas tree 🎄⭐️ (Although I doubt they will still be hanging in a few days 😂😋) Is it too early to put up the tree?! 🎄 Who’s got theirs up already?! Credit for this beautiful recipe goes to the lovely Liberty @bakingtheliberty whose bakes are just AMAZING! Recipe from this months @bbcgoodfood magazine RECIPE: 100ms salted butter 3 tbsp golden syrup 100gms dark muscovado sugar 1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda 1 tbsp ground ginger 1 tsp ground cinnamon 225gms plain flour 50gms icing sugar (for icing glaze)⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ 1️⃣ Heat the butter, sugar & syrup in a pan until melted and set aside to cool slightly 2️⃣ sift together all the other ingredients except the icing sugar into a bowl & pour in the butter mix 3️⃣ Use your hands to bring the mix together and form a dough 4️⃣ Roll the dough inbetween 2 sheets of baking paper until about 1/2cm thick. Chill in the fridge for 1 hour 5️⃣ Heat the oven to 170’c (fan). Remove the dough from the fridge and cut your star shapes using a cutter 6️⃣ Place the stars spread out on a lined baking tray and bake in the oven for 10-12minutes. Leave to cool before icing 7️⃣ To make the icing - mix the icing sugar with 1 tbsp water & decorate your biscuits as you wish! ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ______________________________ #drchintalskitchen #dckbakes #stayhomelovecooking #bbcgoodfood #gingerbreadstars #christmas #baking #christmasbakes #yum #healthyfood #gingerbread #biscuits #cookies #ediblegifts #christmasbakes #gingerbreadman #christmasdecorations #easyrecipes #healthyrecipes #eggfree #vegetarianrecipes #kidscooking #homebakes #healthyrecipes #wholefoods #wfpb #pb #plantbased #homemadebiscuits
Nov 18
EASY YUMMY SPAGHETTI ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ After 3 days of absolute feasting and LOTS of Indian food... I was craving something very different today... So I whipped up this easy peasy spinach and cherry tomato prawns spaghetti with creamy pesto. I didn’t have any prawns so swapped them for a tin of butter beans (delicious for a vegan option 👌🏽) True story: my kids are the biggest Harry Potter fans & think that butter beer is made from butter beans - I haven’t corrected them 😉 Hope you're all having a great week so far, Chintal x ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Recipe: In the video but if you prefer a written version - save this post and let me know - i’ll add it here too 🙃 You can use shop bought pesto (I always have a jar as a back up) or i’ll tag my homemade pesto recipe in stories ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #easyrecipes #spaghetti #pasta #pastanight #comfortfood #spinach #midweekmeals #midweekmeal #healthyfood #pesto #yum #healthyrecipes #eatbetternotless #vegetarianrecipes #veganrecipes #pb #plantbased #meatlessmonday #easymeals #healthydinner #healthycooking #quickdinner #foods4thought #healthyeating #healthyrecipes #dckdinner #easyfood #recipevideo
Nov 17
🪔HAPPY DIWALI TO EVERYONE CELEBRATING ... ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🪔 The Victory of light over darkness 🪔 Good over evil 🪔 Knowledge over ignorance⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🪔 From my family to yours wishing you all a happy, healthy year ahead This too shall pass 🙏🏽❤️ Chintal x ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ 📸: In between doorstep drops & zoom family catch ups, lots of decadent food, we celebrated with some sustainable orange peel Diva 🪔 & outdoor leaf & flower rangoli - thank you @_dadimas & @sustainability.sisterss for the inspo 🙏🏽 ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #diwali #diwali2020 #thistooshallpass #diwalidecorations #diwalisweets
Nov 14
EASY DIWALI PENDA ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you need a last minute Diwali sweet recipe that you can whip up in under 15 minutes - I’ve got you covered! Just a few ingredients needed and minimal time - microwave penda to the rescue! Penda are Indian sweets made to share at times of celebration... whilst the celebrations are different this year... we will still celebrate and I just whipped up a batch of these to deliver via door step drops tomorrow Happy Diwali! 🪔🙏🏽❤️ Chintal x RECIPE: 1 tin sweetened condensed milk - 397gms 2 heaped tablespoons ghee/unsalted butter 2 cups milk powder 2 tablespoons milk Pinch saffron (optional) Pinch ground cardamom (optional) Pistachios & rose petals to decorate 1️⃣ Melt the ghee, heat the milk in the microwave & to a bowl with the saffron & cardamom 2️⃣ Stir in the milk powder & condensed milk. Mix well until you have a smooth paste 3️⃣ Microwave mix for 1 minute 4️⃣ Stir REALLY WELL. You want no lumps.. 5️⃣ Repeat steps 3 & 4 twice. You want it to be a thick batter that starts to solidify as it cools... otherwise heat another 30s at a time & MIX WELL 6️⃣ Allow mix to cool slightly until its cool enough to handle and press into mini cupcake moulds before it hardens 7️⃣ After a few minutes, pop out of the mould, they should still be soft 8️⃣ Press on chopped pistachios & rose petals 9️⃣ leave to fully cool & firm up 🔟 Enjoy! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskithen #dckindianfood #indianfood #indianrecipe #barfi #penda #pendarecipe #microwavependa #diwalirecipes #vegetarainrecipes #pb #wfpb #wholefoods #chocolate #yum #diwali2020 #diwalifood #celebrate #chocolatefudge #mithai #indiansweets #indianfoodshare #indianmithai #indianfoodbloggers #epicurius #saffron #milk #easyrecipe #diwalirecipe
Nov 13
STICKY SESAME TOFU & VEGGIE RICE ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ Tonights recipe courtesy of my sous chefs 👦🏻👦🏻 Its my boys’ favourite sticky honey sesame tofu (can also be made with chicken as an alternative) Served with veggie rice (tonight sugar snap peas because thats what we had to use up but can be any veggies of choice) Topped with homegrown spring onions - grown from scraps (see stories for how) #zerowaste #ratemyplateocado @ocadouk @mobkitchen . This is one of our go to quick and easy meals mid week meals - it can be whipped up in under 15 minutes and is a great way to use up any veggies. It is so easy my boys (aged 10 & 8) can make it! Suitable from 12m + but remove the baby portion before adding the honey and soy sauce then suitable for 6M+ . . Recipe: . 250gms rice 200gms sugar snap peas (or broccoli or sweetcorn, peas, babycorn or any veggies of choice) 450gms firm tofu Soy sauce to taste 1-2 tblspns honey 4 heaped tablespoons sesame seeds (+ more to serve) 2 tablespoons sesame oil 2 tablspoons cornflour 2 spring onions . 1️⃣ Boil rice as per instructions 2️⃣ whilst the rice cook, cut the tofu into cubes and toss in the cornflour 3️⃣ Heat 1 tblspn oil in a frying pan, add the tofu and cook a few minutes until crispy, add the soy sauce, honey and sesame seeds and mix well until all the tofu is coated. Its ready! 4️⃣ In another frying pan, pan fry the veggies in a little sesame oil for a couple of minutes. Add the cooked rice, a little soy sauce to taste and stir. Serve right away 5️⃣ Top the rice with tofu, Sprinkle on more sesame seeds & sliced spring onions to serve 6️⃣ Add a little sliced chilli or crispy chilli oil for adults 😋 ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #tofu #meatlessmonday #meatfreemonday #sesametofu #sesamechicken #chinesefood #yum #vegan #pb #plantbased #kidsfood #familyfood #familymeals #midweekmeals #lockdownrecipes #vegetarian #wholefoods #wfpb #eatbetternotless #easyrecipes #quickrecipes #easyrecipes #vegetarianrecipes #veganrecipes #fakeaway #healthyfood #healthyrecipes
Nov 10
SHRIKAND CHEESECAKE ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Shrikand is one of my favourite Indian desserts and cheesecake is one of hubbies favourites so I’m delighted to have collaborated with my friend Rishi @dish_by_rish to bring you our fusion Shrikand Cheesecake - perfect for Diwali celebrations! Do check out Rishi’s page for some absolutely amazing vegetarian recipe inspo... he is super talented and makes delicious recipes with easy steps & beautiful photos. His dumplings are on repeat in our house! Delicious saffron and cardamom infused yogurt and cream cheese baked with a cinnamon spiced nutty @lotusbiscoffuk base topped with almonds, pistachios, pomegranate & mini rose buds 🌹 Hope you can try this one - pls do tag us if you do! Chintal x ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Ingredients: 15cm cheesecake Base: -105g lotus biscoff biscuits -30g toasted cashew -30g toasted almonds -50g ghee/melted butter -1tsp ground cinnamon Shrikhand cheese mix: -360g cream cheese -360g strained greek yogurt -2tbsp boiled milk (20s in microwave) -Pinch of saffron -1tsp ground cardamom -80g icing sugar -2tbsp corn flour Topping: -100g strained greek yogurt -1tbsp boiled milk -pinch of ground cardamom -Pinch of saffron -Sliced pistachios, almonds, pomegranates + rose petals Method: 1️⃣ Preheat oven to 160’C (fan) 2️⃣ For the base, toast your nuts on a pan on low heat for around 5 mins 3️⃣ Blitz your biscuits and nut mix until fine crumbs, add in your ghee/butter and cinnamon 4️⃣ Place into an even layer in your tin and press down to flatten - freeze for 30 mins 5️⃣ For your filling, combine the saffron and the hot milk and allow to infuse 6️⃣ Whisk all the ingredients together until combined, place on top of your frozen biscuit base 7️⃣ Bake for around 35-40 mins. The centre should still be wobbly and the outer rim should have just gone golden brown. Turn off oven and leave door shut for 1hr. Remove from oven and then cool completely 8️⃣ For your glaze, infuse the remaining saffron in hot milk 9️⃣ Mix all ingredients together (except nuts and rose) and spoon onto your cooled cheesecake 🔟 Garnish with the sliced nuts and petals. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hrs before serving
Nov 5
LENTIL BOLOGNESE & STORE CUPBOARD RECIPES UNDER 50p ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ As we enter a 1 month lockdown again in England, I thought it would be helpful to share a charity ebook I wrote last year for an amazing charity @be.enriched featuring this recipe - lentil bolognese as well as many other balanced, quick & easy recipes all for under 50p per portion. ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ I’ve written the recipes so that most of the ingredients are store cupboard staples or items you can pick up at a locally so if you’re self-isolating or can’t get to the shops easily, I hope it helps you to make easy healthy meals at home. ⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Be-enriched helps to connect communities, through food, via their community canteens. I volunteer in their canteens and it’s wonderful to see people from all walks of life coming together to enjoy a delicious meal together. For some that I have spoken to, this is their only social contact for the week ❤️⠀ I have demonstrated the recipes from the booklet at the Be Enriched canteens and its been wonderful to have feedback from those who have tried cooking them at home. ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ You can pick up the recipe booklet for free at any of the community canteens - when they open again. Perhaps give it to someone who may benefit from it. You can also download it from the link in my bio for a 99p donation to @be.enriched If you don’t feel able to donate at the moment, please do email me via the link - I will happily send you a copy for free. Keep safe & well everyone, Chintal x ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #ecookbook #cookbook #healthyfood #communityspirit #onepoundmeals #cheaprecipesideas #helpothers #cheapmeals #makekindnessviral #healthycooking #easyrecipes #vegetarian #vegan #vegetarianrecipes #healthyrecipes #pasta #bolognese #healthymeals #yum #easymeals #meatfreemonday #meatlessmonday #quickmeals #midweekmeals #spaghetti #familymeals #healthycooking #storecupboardmeals
Nov 3
BUTTER PANEER ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Think buttery creamy rich gravy flavoured with lots of garlic, ginger & spices topped with some crispy curry leaves fried in ghee 😋 Served with cumin rice, more crispy curry leaves & homemade naan Hope you can try this one... it’s an absolute favourite in our house...I’m trying to focus on positives right now and my kitchen is definitely my happy place ❤️ Recipe for naan coming right up! Chintal x ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Ingredients: (Serves 4) ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 500gms Paneer + marinade ingredients 4 tablespoons yogurt 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp Kashmiri chilli powder salt to taste ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 4 tablespoons of ghee/butter/vegan butter (and more to serve - this is butter paneer after all!) 1 stick cinnamon 8 black cardamoms 5 green cardamoms 2-3 tsp minced garlic 2-3 tsp minced ginger 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground turmeric 1 tsp ground coriander 1-2 tsp Kashmiri chilli powder 100gms tomato purée 1 tsp sugar 75gms cashew nuts soaked in 150mls water for an hour 100mls double cream/vegan alternative 1 tablespoon Dried Kasturi methi ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1️⃣ Cut your paneer into small cubes & soak in hot water for 15mins to soften. Drain, mix with marinade ingredients & leave in the fridge 1 hour at least or overnight. To cook this - pan fry in a little butter & set aside or bake in an oven at @170’c for 15 mins 2️⃣ Add the ghee to a sauce pan on medium heat with the cinnamon & cardamoms to temper the spices & release the flavours. 3️⃣ Add the garlic & ginger and stir for a minute being careful not to burn the garlic 4️⃣ Next add the turmeric, cumin, coriander & chilli powder. Stir well for 30 seconds and add the tomato purée & about 100mls water & simmer for a few minutes until the oil comes to the surface 5️⃣ add the methi leaves & sugar at this point 6️⃣ Add the oven roasted paneer to the curry 7️⃣ Blend the cashew nuts & water to make a smooth paste - add this to the curry sauce & mix well 8️⃣ Add the double cream, stir & serve with a large knob of butter! 9️⃣ Enjoy! 😋 #drchintalskitchen #indianfood #dckindianfood #indianrecipes
Nov 2
SP👀KY PORRIDGE ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Breakfast with a SP👀KY makeover today... you can see how to make this over on my reels shortly ... (apologies in advance for the lighting... it was a bright day 🤷🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️) ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ HAPPY HALLOWEEN 🎃👻 Hope you can try this one over the weekend - please do tag me in your spooky remakes.... I love seeing them! Chintal x ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What’s in my bowl 👇🏽 ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🔹 Creamy porridge @quakeroatsuk with pumpkin spice (cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom) 🔹 Banana 👻 🔹 Cashew butter @meridianfoods & chocolate ‘web’ 🔹 @lotusbiscoffuk ‘Grave‘ 🔹 Hemp hearts & pistachio ‘soil’ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #dckfunfood #breakfast #breakfastideas #whatiateforbreakfast #porridge #funfood #kidsfood #halloweenbreakfast #halloween #halloweenideas #halloweenfood #oats #healthybreakfast #healthyfood #yum #eatbetternotless #porridgepassion #vegetarainrecipes #pb #plantbased #wfpb #wholefoods #porridgelover #porridgebowl #oatmeal #oatmealbowl #oatmeal #oatsforbreakfast
Oct 30
CHOCOLATE BARFI SQUARES ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Some more Diwali recipe testing going on in my kitchen today... saffron barfi squares with dark chocolate and rose petals 😍 ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Super simple to make ... I think these are the perfect decadent sweet to celebrate Diwali. Super soft barfi inside with a delicous dark chocolate coating - I can’t wait to make them again to share with my family ❤️ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Happy Wednesday everyone Chintal x Ingredients kindly gifted from @asda They have a huge range of ingredients for festive cooking! #AD #asda #Asdacelebratesdiwali #gyco #getyourcookon * In the spirit of Diwali all proceeds from this Ad will be donated to charity 🙏🏽 #drchintalskithen #indianfood #indianrecipe #barfi #barfirecipe #diwalirecipes #vegetarainrecipes #pb #wfpb #wholefoods #chocolate #yum #diwali2020 #diwalifood #celebrate #chocolatefudge #mithai #indiansweets #indianfoodshare #indianmithai #indianfoodbloggers #epicurius #saffron #milk
Oct 28
BUTTER PANEER ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ One of our favourite family curries and one I will definitely be cooking over the Diwali festive period... decadent & delicious this recipe does take a bit longer than my usual recipes to make but trust me... it’s definitely worth it 🥰 ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Think buttery creamy rich gravy flavoured with lots of garlic, ginger & spices. Must be served with an extra blob of melting butter 👌🏽 I served it with cumin rice with crispy curry leaves (fried in ghee 😍) & homemade naan for an Atham feast over the weekend... More Diwali recipes and ideas coming soon! Chintal x Ingredients kindly gifted from @asda They have a huge range of ingredients for festive cooking! #AD #asda #Asdacelebratesdiwali #gyco #getyourcookon * In the spirit of Diwali all proceeds from this Ad will be donated to charity 🙏🏽
Oct 26
It’s totally acceptable to eat gelato for breakfast if it’s October & it’s Pumpkin spice flavour right? #askingforafriend 🙃 ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Sharing our favourite weekend pancake recipe again with a little pumpkin spice Halloween twist because it is officially the one you guys make again and again and again - THANK YOU! Happy Sunday Guys! Chintal x ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Recipe: ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ 2 ripe bananas 2 eggs 1/2 cup oats 1 tsp pumpkin spice/cinnamon 1 tsp baking powder ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Blend/mash Fry Enjoy! 😋 (Gelato entirely optional) ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #pancakes #dckbakes #breakfast #whatiateforbreakfast #oatpancake #healthyfood #reels #igreels #recipereel #healthyrecipe #easyrecipes #halloweenfood #easybreakfast #healthybreakfast #funfood #halloween #healthierchoices #healthychoices #healthyfoodchoices #healthyrecipes #vegetarianrecipes #kidsinthekitchen #kidscooking #recipeshare #eatgoodfeelgood #kidsfood
Oct 25
MUDDY FLAPJACKS! ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Everything taste better stuffed don’t you think? Introducing my stuffed flapjacks 😋 What’s your favourite stuffing? 🍫 Chocolate or 🍓Jam & berries ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Join me & @dhruptij over on @muddybootssleepovers Instagram page next week for some half term baking fun with the kiddies I mean what can go wrong?!... A live bake with kids in the kitchen & chocolate 😂 ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We are going to be making these delicious quick and easy ‘muddy’ flapjacks - so keep your ingredients (below) ready and join us! ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Where: Instagram Live @muddybootssleepovers When: Thursday 29th October, 11am ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Ingredients: (makes 8) ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 300gms porridge oats 100gms ish Honey/golden syrup 100- 150gms Brown sugar 150gms Butter/Vegan alternative 100gms ish dark chocolate or 100gms ish blueberries/raspberries About 6 tablespoons strawberry jam 1 lined baking loaf tin ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1️⃣ Pre heat the oven to 180’C. Melt the butter in a saucepan, add the sugar and honey and allow the sugar to melt on a low heat 2️⃣ When the sugar has melted in, add the oats and mix well 3️⃣ pour half the mix in your baking tray and press down well 4️⃣ Add your jam and berries or chocolate layer 5️⃣ Top with the rest of the oats and press down well 6️⃣ Bake in the oven @180’C for 30 mins 7️⃣ Allow to cool FULLY before taking out of the baking tin ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Chintal x #drchintalskitchen #muddybootssleepovers #flapjacks #flapjack #chocolateflapjacks #easybakes #homebaked #kidsinthekitchen #cookingwithkids #easyrecipe #vegetarianrecipes #halftermbaking #halftermholidays #iglive #cookingclass #instagramlive #plantbased #wfpb #wholefoods #yum #chocolate #easyrecipes #healthyfood #dckbakes #bakingwithkids #easyrecipes #livecooking #bakingfun #homebaking
Oct 23
BOO!!! ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ Happy Halloween mummy toast 👻🎃to brighten up a dull wet Wednesday in London! Who thinks this persuaded my children to give the dreaded avocado a go? More spookytacular food coming your way this month 🤗 Chintal x ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #avocado #wfpb #avocadotoast #toast #halloweenfood #halloween #yum #chilli #breakfast #healthybreakfast #delicious #healthyfood #funfood #toddlerfood #kidsfood #healthybreakfastideas #kidsfoodideas #funfoodideas #halloweenfoodideas #feedfeed #thenewhealthy #avo #healthyrecipes #healthyrecipeshare #easyrecipe #vegetarianrecipes #eeeeeats #vegetarian @toastsforall @avocadotoast
Oct 21
HELLO 👋🏽 ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I don’t think I’ve ever actually introduced myself properly on here so I thought I would introduce the person behind @drchintalskitchen ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’m Chintal... I am a NHS Doctor 👩🏻⚕️ - a GP in London, a wife & a Mum of 2 gorgeous boys aged 10 & 8. I absolutely LOVE cooking and writing... it’s always been a lifelong dream of mine to write a cookbook & share my love of cooking 📚 So instead... I decided to start my virtual cookbook via my blog www.drchintalskitchen.com ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It is important to me that my boys 👦🏻👦🏻grow up with a healthy relationship towards food. So I’m always experimenting with new ways to increase the variety of foods we all eat. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ As a working mum, for me, everyday meals have to be quick & easy without compromising on taste, nutrition & balance. I love to make food look pretty & have fun with food - after all, we eat with our eyes & if making an 🥑look like a super hero 🦸♂️ works to encourage my boys to try new foods - I’m all for it! So what can you expect from my page? ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 👩🏻🍳 QUICK & EASY recipes 👨👩👦👦 Family recipes - with weaning options 🎥 Recipe videos (usually made by my boys) 🧘🏻♀️ Healthy recipes 🍩 decadent treats ⚖️ A balanced approach to food - no fads & no restrictions 👩🏻⚕️ Nuggets of evidence based health & lifestyle advice 🌱 Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy free, allergy friendly etc alternatives where I can 🌈 Lots of colour #eattherainbow . 🥑 A slight obsession with #avocado & persuading my children to eat it! ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ A huge THANK YOU to all of you for following & for all your support always - I couldn’t do this without all of YOU. I read ALL your kind comments and you genuinely make my day with your remakes 🥰 Thank you so much 🙏🏽 Chintal x ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #healthyfood #healthyrecipes #healthyfood #doctor #nutrition #easyrecipes #quickrecipes #recipevideos #foodie #vegetarianrecipes #eatingwell #veganrecipes #familyrecipes #midweekmeals #toddlerfood #toddlerfoodideas #healthyeating
Oct 19
CHOCOLATE DUTCH BABY PANCAKE ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Credit for this mornings creation goes to my 10 year old... I mean why have I never made a chocolate Yorkie before 🤷🏻♀️😍 Topped with a caramelised banana & a little white choc drizzle... (Also his idea obvs!) ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ This was literally devoured in about 10 seconds so I think they liked it 🙌🏽 Literally just eggs, milk, flour & cacao -super easy... super delicious... Who fancies giving this a go? Happy Saturday everyone 🥰 Chintal x ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Recipe: ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 65gms plain flour 2 eggs 100mls milk 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 teaspoon cacao powder 1 banana 2 tablespoons light olive oil ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1️⃣ preheat the oven to 200’C fan, pour the oil into your skillet and place it in the oven to heat up. 2️⃣ To make the mix, put the flour in a bowl 3️⃣ make a well in the middle 4️⃣ crack in the eggs and add the rest of the ingredients 5️⃣ whisk together to make a batter 6️⃣ Remove the hot skillet from the oven and pour in the batter it should sizzle in the hot oil 7️⃣ Put the skillet back in the oven for 20 minutes to bake at 200’C 8️⃣ Whilst it cooks, slice the banana in half and pan fry on a medium hear for a few minutes each side to caramelise 9️⃣ When the pancake is cooked, too with the banana & serve 🔟 Optional add a dusting of icing sugar and drizzle of white chocolate to serve 😋 ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #dckbakes #dckbreakfast #dutchbabypancake #pancake #pancakerecipe #vegetarianrecipes #easyrecipes #healthyfood #healthybreakfast #thenewhealthy #todaybreakfast #perfectbreakfast #whatiateforbreakfast #yum #breakfastideas #banana #easybakes #healthfood #wfpb #eatbetternotless #brekkie #breakfastrecipes #quickbreakfast #breakfast #brunch #weekendbreakfast #pancakes #chocolatepancakes
Oct 17
PEANUT BUTTER STUFFED BROWNIES ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Did someone say chocolate week? Throwing it back to my favourite brownies... because everything is better when stuffed with peanut butter 😍😋 ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ As london moves to Tier 2 this weekend I guess I’ll be baking more brownies - who’s joining me?! Stay safe & well everyone Chintal x ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ RECIPE: the brownie part is from @bbcgoodfood - it’s the best brownie mix ever so no point trying to improve it - trust me on this one! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 350gms (ish) peanut butter - depends on how thick you want your layer of peanut butter 185gms unsalted butter 185gms dark chocolate @lindtuk 85gms plain flour 40gs cacao powder 100gms white chocolate 3 large eggs 275gms golden caster sugar ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1️⃣ First line your baking tin with Some baking paper and load on a thin layer of peanut butter (about 250gms if it to make a thin layer) - I used my favourite @pipandnut smooth peanut butter...freeze this layer until solid & save for later 2️⃣ Now for the brownie mix - break the dark chocolate into small chunks and melt with the butter in a microwave, 1 min at a time into its fully melted. Leave to cool 3️⃣ Preheat oven for 160’c fan & grease/line a 20cm square baking tin 4️⃣ whisk the eggs & sugar with an electric whisk until the mixture doubles in volume and is thick & creamy 5️⃣ Pour the cooled chocolate/butter mix into the egg/sugar mix and gently fold to mix 6️⃣ Sieve the flour and cacao powder and gently fold this into the mix too 7️⃣ Roughly chop the white chocolate and add to the mix 8️⃣ Be careful to fold in the ingredients gently so as to not knock out all the air 9️⃣ Pour half the mix into baking tin & then add your frozen layer of peanut butter & finally the other half of the brownie mix 🔟 Bake in oven for about 25 mins - check and add a few mins if needed. It should have a shiny papery crust & the sides just beginning to come away⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #bbcgoodfood #GBBO #chocolateweek #brownies #peanutbutter #chocolatebrownies #fudgebrownies #chocolatecake #chocolatebrownie #brownierecipe #easybakes #homemade
Oct 15
🎃 PUMPKIN SOUP 🎃 ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ Pumpkin season is well and truly here so I’m sharing a quick & easy soup recipe for you today - my pumpkin & sweet potato soup This was the recipe 2 years ago that persuaded my children that pumpkins are not just for carving but can also be eaten so I hope you enjoy it! Perfect for a cold and wet #meatfreemonday in London ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ Serving soup in mini pumpkin 🎃 bowls is entirely optional but highly recommended to increase compliance 😉 Don’t have pumpkin - use squash - see my stories for more! Hope you’re all keeping warm, Chintal x ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Recipe: (serves 4) ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ 2 teaspoons cumin seeds 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 red onion - finely chopped 4-5 cloves garlic - finely chopped 2 medium sized sweet potatoes 🍠 (about 250gms) - peeled and roughly chopped Roughly same amount of pumpkin flesh - roughly chopped (about 1 mini pumpkin) 🎃 (I just roasted 2 small pumpkins as seen in the oven at 180’c with a little olive oil until soft & scooped out the flesh to use - keep the skin for a bowl ) 1 pint fresh vegetable stock/ or cube - I use @saykallo low salt veg cube Juice of 1/2 a lime - more to taste 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 red chilli 🌶 (optional - omit for kids) Salt & pepper to taste ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Fry the onion, cumin, garlic in olive oil until soft. Then add all the other ingredients, cover in vegetable stock (add extra water if needed) and simmer for about 30 mins. Once fully cooked blend to smooth and sprinkle with the toasted pumpkin seeds, paprika & serve with a slice of delicious sourdough 🥖 ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ P.S. Don’t waste the pumpkin seeds - toss in a little olive oil with a pinch of garlic salt, chilli powder & smoked paprika to sprinkle on top ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #soup #pumpkinsoup #meatlessmonday #souprecipes #healthyfood #glutenfreefood #lunchideas #easyrecipe #recipeshare #organic #dcksoup #healthyrecipe #dinnerideas #eeeeeats #forkyeah #vegetarianrecipes #plantbased #vegan #thenewhealthy #eatingwelleats #yum #kitchn #wholefoods #wfpb #fiveaday #halloween #autumnvibes
Oct 12
TURMERIC SCRAMBLED EGGS ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Indian spiced eggs - Spice up your scrambled eggs with a little turmeric, onions and tomatoes... 😋 Literally the easiest dish ever and suitable for the whole family from 6 months + (swipe 👉🏽) In fact it’s a great way to add turmeric to your babies diet. Have you ever spiced up your eggs? Served on a slice of homemade buttered sourdough... ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ Speaking of sourdough... have you ever wanted to learn how to make the perfect sourdough loaf? Join @vanessakimbell from @sourdoughschool & I on IGTV live this Wednesday @7pm where she will be helping to answer all your sourdough questions... Vanessa is also kindly giving away a signed copy of her new book AND a 12 months membership to the sourdough club to one lucky person!! You have to join the live and follow @sourdoughschool to be in for a chance at winning. Hope you can join us! Feel free to pop your questions for us in comments 👇🏽 Chintal x ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ Recipe: ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ 1/2 red onion 1 tsp olive oil 250gms Cherry tomatoes 1-2 teaspoons turmeric 8 eggs Coriander - chopped & red chilli (adults) to serve Toasted Sourdough to serve ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ finely slice the onion and fry in the oil for a few minutes until starting to just caramelise Whisk up the eggs, add the turmeric and pour into the frying pan. 1/2 the tomatoes and add them to the eggs Scramble the eggs, add salt and pepper to taste (avoid added salt for under 1’s) Add chopped coriander Serve right away on a slice of toasted buttered sourdough 😋 #drchintalskitchen #scrambledeggs #turmericscrambledeggs #breakfast #sundaybrunch #brunch #breakfastideas #turmeric #dckindianfood #whatiateforbreakfast #weaningbaby #weaningrecipes #indianrecipes #indianfood #sourdough #giveaway #giveawaycontest #giveawaytime #eggs #healthyfood #healthybreakfast #breakfast #brunchideas #healthybreakfastideas #contestgiveaway #contestgiveaway #competition
Oct 11
HOMEMADE GARLIC NAAN ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ Have you ever made naan at home? It’s the easiest thing ever & is the perfect accompaniment to your curry 😍 I had planned to share a recipe video for this one as it’s SO EASY & only 3 ingredients 🙌🏽 My boys made these 2 inspired by buddy Oliver @cookingbuddiesclub but I just haven’t had a moment to edit the video 🤦🏻♀️ If you would like a written version rather than wait for the video save this post & let me know & I’ll write it up below 👇🏽 ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ Have a great weekend everyone Chintal x P.s. if you like sourdough - you can find a sourdough naan recipe as a swipe up in stories or check out the lovely @mallikabasu_ who also has a fab recipe! Recipe video by my mini me’s coming soon for this recipe x ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #dckindianfood #naan #naanrecipe #naanbread #flatbread #indianfood #nationalcurryweek #curry #indianrecipes #easyrecipes #pb #plantbased #wholefoods #wfpb #kidsinthekitchen #kidscooking #yum #vegetarian #vegetarianrecipes #indianrecipes #curryrecipe #healthyrecipes #familyrecipes #flatbreadrecipe #midweekmeals #healthyfood #fakeaway
Oct 9
CHICKEN/PANEER TIKKA MASALA PIE . ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ For today’s #nationalcurryweek instalment I’m throwing it back today to a family favourite.... homemade chicken tikka masala & spinach pie....mild enough for the whole family to enjoy because who wants to make separate meals 🤷🏻♀️ Swap out the chicken for paneer or tofu for a plant based 🌱 version ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you don’t fancy a pie you can just make the curry and enjoy it with rice or naan 🙂 Hope you can try it and pls do tag/DM me if you do - I love seeing your photos 🤗 Chintal x ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 👩🏻🔬 Recipe: (serves 4) 🌱 vegetarian option add paneer . . 500gms chicken breast or paneer - chopped 1 large red onion - finely chopped 250gms baby spinach leaves 1 teaspoon coconut oil 1 cinnamon stick 5 Black cardamoms 4-5 cloves garlic - minced 4cm ish chunk ginger - minced 1 heaped tsp cumin seeds 1-2 tsp turmeric 1-2 tsp ground coriander powder 1- 2 tsp garam masala (skip if you would like it milder) 140gm tin tomato purée 1 large handful coriander - finely chopped 100mls double cream or coconut milk Fry the red onion in the oil. Add the cinnamon stick, black cardamoms & cumin seeds. When the onions are starting to brown (I like them a little dark so they melt into the sauce) add the garlic, ginger & a chopped chilli or 2🌶 if you like it spicy. Stir for a couple of minutes. Add your choice of protein & brown Finally, add a 140gm tin of tomato purée, 1 pint of water, the spices & a handful of chopped coriander. Simmer for about 20 - 30 minutes until cooked. Add a little water if the sauce seems too dry. Stir in the washed baby spinach leaves and cook for a couple of minutes to wilt them Just before serving stir in about 100mls of double cream or coconut cream if dairy free To turn it into a pie, just cool the curry down and keep it in the fridge. When ready, pour into an oven proof dish and cover with a layer of puff pastry - (I used 200gms ready made @jus_rol rolled out thinly to cover my dish Brush with some egg wash Sprinkle with Nigella seeds Bake in the oven @200’C for 20 mins 😋 #dckindianfood #drchintalskitchen
Oct 6
COCONUT CHICKPEA CURRY ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Do you serve curry to your children? if you’ve followed me for a while you will know I’m all about cooking one meal for the whole family and that’s true even when it comes to curries. Why should children miss out on all those delicious flavours? 😍 (Swipe 👉🏽 to see the ‘adult plate’) ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So given as it’s #nationalcurryweek I’ll be sharing lots of family friendly curry recipes this week, that the whole family can enjoy! If there’s anything in particular you would like me to make drop me a comment below 👇🏽 & I will try my best! Have a great week everyone! Chintal x⠀⠀ Also it gives me an excuse to use this @bamboo_bamboo.uk plate which I absolutely love 😍⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #kidsfood #indianfood #indianrecipes #healthyfood #healthyrecipes #vegan #chickpeacurry #curry #pb #toddlerfood #wholefoods #curryrecipe #meatfreerecipes #plantbased #familyfriendlymeals #familyfriendlyrecipes #coconutcurry #kidsmeals #easyrecipes #familyfood #familyrecipes #indianrecipe #meatlessmonday #toddlerfoodie #meatfreemonday #toddlermeals #toddlerfoodideas
Oct 5
October is my favourite month when it comes to food... expect lots of spooky content this month 👻🎃☠️👹👺 Starting with this hummus & vegetable after school platter for my boys... I’m all for playing with food sometimes! ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And if you really want to make it super spooky - turn your hummus green by adding a few baby spinach leaves 🍃 ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Have a wonderful weekend everyone ❤️ Chintal x ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Recipe: Hummus ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1 tin (400gms) organic chickpeas 🥫 @mr_organic 1 clove garlic 1 tablespoon tahini 1/2 lemon squeezed 🍋 4 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil Salt to taste Blitz all the ingredients together in a food processor. @ninjakitchenuk ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #partyfood #food #friyay #skeleton #hummus #wholefoods #peppers #hummusrecipe #healthyfood #chickpeas #garlic #lemon #wfpb #salad #funfood #organic #halloween #kidsfood #toddlerlife #toddlerfood #plantbased #mummyblogger #mumlife #motherhoodunplugged #pb #healthysnack #thenewhealthy #cucumber @healthyfamilyproj
Oct 2
October is breast cancer awareness month. Do you know how to examine your breasts for changes? Did you know you should be doing this regularly – once a month? ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ▪️Breast cancer diagnoses have been down across England during the period of the pandemic ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ▪️Less people are presenting to their GPs with symptoms of breast cancer during the pandemic. ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ As someone who is at a higher risk of developing breast cancer this is something close to my heart. I am passionate about spreading the word and raising awareness. We may be in the middle of a global pandemic right now. However, it is just as important to examine your breasts regularly and see your GP/Family doctor if you have any concerns. NHS GP surgeries are also very much OPEN, we are here to help. ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I hope my series of slides show you just how easy it is to self-examine. ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Any questions please pop them in comments below, I would be very happy to help and your questions may help others – however, just a note, I am a NHS GP but I am not your GP so please respect that I can only answer general questions not personalised medical questions as this would not be safe for either of us. ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The NHS Breast Screening programme has a 5 point plan for being Breast Aware: ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1️⃣ Know what's normal for you 2️⃣ Look at your breasts and feel them 3️⃣ Know what changes to look for 4️⃣ Report any changes without delay 5️⃣ Attend routine screening if you're 50 or over ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 5 simple Steps to Breast Examination (See slides for more Info, adapted from breastcancer.org.uk) ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1️⃣ Arms on your hips – LOOK for changes 2️⃣ Raise your arms - LOOK for changes 3️⃣ Nipples - LOOK for changes or discharge 4️⃣ Stand up – FEEL for changes 5️⃣ Lie down – FEEL for changes 📸: Pink Pancakes by my lovely friend @dianemorrisey 💖💖💖 ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #breastcancerawareness #breastcancer #breastselfexamination #breastcancercare #breastcancerawarenessmonth #coppafeel @rcgp @nhsenglandldn @nhsmillion
Oct 1
Absolutely thrilled to share that I’m in this months @bbcgoodfood magazine!!! Thank you to BBC Good Food and their new columnist Punteha van Terheyden @vtfeatures for featuring my family - swipe to see some extracts! ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ This article is all about how despite physical separation... food has brought us even closer together as a family. I am so lucky to have both sets of grandparents nearby to help me. Pre-pandemic they helped me every week with childcare. The pandemic has been hard for us and them. They have never been separated from their grandchildren for such a long period of time... and although we all miss each other we have found new ways to keep connected ❤️ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ From online cookery classes with my dad teaching my boys how to cook his childhood favourites to grandmothers making traditional Indian recipes for their grandchildren to gardening - You can read more in the October @bbcgoodfood magazine out now! ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ #bbcgoodfood #grandparents #pandemicrecipes #indianfood #healthyrecipes #familycooking
Sep 28
PEA FRITTERS ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Kicking of Monday morning with pea fritters served with an avocado chutney swipe 👉🏽 to see the weaning/baby friendly version (minus the chilli ) One of my favourite breakfasts as they are so quick and easy to whip up and I know I’ve sent my boys to school with a healthy fibre and protein rich breakfast that should keep them full until break time. Plus I’ve got some veggies in at breakfast time 🙌🏽 ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Also handy for breakfast on the go (as let’s face it... Monday morning means sometimes breakfast is finished in the car 🤦🏽♀️) ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Perfect for weaning as they can be held by little hands 👋🏽... and they are super soft and delicious. They are a great way of exposing babies to spices like turmeric and are allergy friendly as these fritters are dairy, egg & gluten free. I hope you can try them! Chintal x ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Recipe: (makes 8) ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 200gms frozen peas - defrosted 75gms gram (chickpea) flour 75mls water 1 teaspoon turmeric Salt & pepper to taste (avoid salt for under 2’s) Oil for frying ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ 1️⃣ Mix all the ingredients except the oil together in a bowl 2️⃣ Heat a little oil in a frying pan 3️⃣ Take 1 tablespoon of mix at a time, place in the hot frying pan and flatten into a fritter shape 4️⃣ Fry for a couple of minutes on a low heat and then flip 5️⃣ Cook on the other side for a couple of minutes until cooked through 6️⃣ Serve right away with avocado chutney Avocado chutney recipe - search under #dckindianfood 7️⃣ Sprinkle chilli flakes/slices for adults to serve ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #fritters #peafritters #breakfastfritters #healthyfood #healthybreakfast #avocado #glutenfree #dairyfree #weaningrecipes #eatbetternotless #vegan #veganrecipe #pb #wfpb #wholefoods #vegetarainrecipes #easyrecipes #toddlerfood #peas #veggiesforbreakfast #thenewhealthy #foods4thought #plantbasedfoods #breakfastideas #livehealthy #plantbasedlife #veganuk
Sep 28
🥟 DUMPLINGS 🥟 ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Request for dumplings from my little dumplings 👦🏻👦🏻... one of our favourite meals for our Friday night #fakeaway and if you get ready made wrappers (available in most Asian stores) you can whip them up in minutes. For a step by step tutorial check out my story highlights 🤗 It’s also a great way to get kids in the kitchen - my boys love making them! ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ I stuffed mine with spinach and prawns but you can use mixed vegetables if you’re vegan - mushrooms work really well. There’s also a recipe for a spinach/cabbage and mushroom version with spinach wrappers further down my page ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ I hope you can try them and please do keep tagging me in your remakes - I love seeing them! Chintal x ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Recipe: . . 30 gyoza wrappers (ready made or make your own) 150gms prawns (or shiitake mushrooms 🍄 finely chopped) 4 spring onions - finely chopped 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger 2-3 cloves garlic - minced Soy sauce to taste 2 large handfuls of baby spinach - finely chopped 1 teaspoon sesame oil . Fry the spring onions in the oil, add garlic, ginger & prawns. Season with soy sauce pans fry for a few minutes. Next stir in the spinach to wilt it very slightly. Fill into the dumpling wrappers & fold away Steam/pan fry as desired...😋 Skip the chilli and soy for young kids but otherwise suitable for all ages 6 + after first foods . . . . #gyoza #dumplings #chinesefood #yum #meatlessmonday #fridaynightin #eatwell #spinach #dinner #delicious #eatwellbewell #thenewhealthy #wfpb #simplemeals #easyrecipes #pb #wholefoods #healthyeats #healthyfood #vegetarianrecipes #easyrecipe #recipeshare #quickmeals #healthyeating #healthymeals #healthyrecipeideas #eathealthy #healthyfoodideas
Sep 25
COUGHS, COLDS, COVID19 & SCHOOL ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ “Can I send my child to school?” Literally the question I get asked all day at work and I ask myself often! ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It’s so confusing for parents especially as children are back at school and coming home with runny noses and colds. So I’m sharing this brilliant flow chart for parents and GP’s written by my colleagues at North West London CCG based on a flow chart by @helpkidsuk A guide to when it’s safe for children to attend school and when you should keep them off and seek further advice I hope it’s helpful! Chintal x ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #cough #generalpractice #gp #doctor #medical #nhs #nhsdoctor #nhsgp #londondoctor #childhealth #coronavirus #kidsandschool #keepschoolsopen #kidsandcoronavirus #kidscoronavirussymptoms #kids #medicaladvice #school #stayhealthy #keephealthy #kids #school #keepwell #healthadvice
Sep 21
COCONUT CHICKPEA & SPINACH CURRY ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I needed to make a quick dinner last night so I made this with what I could find in my store cupboard. My boys said it was EPIC 😋 Literally whipped up in 15 minutes ... creamy coconut.... chickpeas and a bag of baby spinach with a little ginger and spice. A perfect Friday night #fakeaway meal for the whole family (suitable from 6 months - swipe 👉🏽 to see baby serving suggestion) ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I hadn’t planned to share so I didn’t measure anything 🤦🏻♀️ ( when did I start sounding like my mum 😂) But if you would like the recipe, let me know and I’ll make it again and measure! Chintal x ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ P.S. I grew those curry leaves... aren’t they beautiful... Fresh curry leaves makes such a difference 😍 ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #takeaway #indianfood #indianrecipes #healthyfood #healthyrecipes #vegan #chickpeacurry #curry #pb #wfpb #wholefoods #curryrecipe #veganrecipes #plantbased #letscookvegan #eatbetternotless #coconutcurry #veganrecipes #easyrecipes #familyfood #familyrecipes #indianrecipe #veganmeals #vegancurry #veganfoodshare #feedfeed #bestofvegan
Sep 18
OKRA FRIES ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This was of my very first posts when I started my blog and is still a favourite in our house....however, my okra fries got a total upgrade yesterday using the air fryer - what a game changer! Perfect crispy fries in a fraction of the time - although you can still bake them in the oven if you don’t have an air fryer don’t worry 🤗⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I was chatting to my friend @drpunamkrishan on our recent weaning instaLive (saved on her IGTV - link in my stories) about exposing children to a wide variety of tastes and flavours as early on as possible - I would say these are suitable from around 10 months after initial first foods and weaning is established They are great way to get more adventurous with new vegetables, introduce spices (turmeric) and increase variety into your diet. ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Serve as they are or with my avocado chutney - search #dckindianfood for the recipe I hope you can try them - please do let me know if you do - I love seeing your remakes! Chintal x ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ RECIPE: ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 400gks okra 4 tablespoons chickpea flour 2 tablespoons oil 1 teaspoon turmeric For adults and older children - Chaat masala, corriander and pomegranate seeds to sprinkle on top to serve) Option 2 for adults & older children - add 2 teaspoons of garam masala to the mix too 👌🏽 ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1️⃣ Wash the okra well & slice in half 2️⃣ Rinse again and place in a bowl 3️⃣ drizzle over the oil and add the chickpea flour 4️⃣ Mix well until all the flour is coating the okra (let them okra sticky slime work it’s magic as you mix!) 5️⃣ cook in air fryer @180’C for 15 mins until crispy 6️⃣ Top tip try to cook only 1 layer at a time for ultimate crispness ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #dckdinner #okra #okrafries #indianfood #yum #healthyfood #spices #turmeric #familymeals #familyfood #kidsfood #weaning #vegan #vegetarian #vegetarianrecipes #pb #plantbased #wfpb #wholefoods #eatbetternotless #indianrecipes #glutenfreerecipes #healthierchoices #foodforkids #feedfeedvegan #foods4thought #homecookedfood
Sep 14
BANANA ALMOND BLUEBERRY MUFFINS ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Tired of banana bread? Here’s another way to use up those ripe bananas! These almond and blueberry muffins are a delicious breakfast or after school snack for hungry children... the sweetness comes from just the fruit only with no added sugar so suitable for all ages! I like to use ground oats making them also #glutenfree but you can use plain flour if you prefer ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Perfect for some weekend baking with your family! Happy Friday! Chintal x ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Recipe: (makes 12) ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 3 RIPE bananas 100gms ground almonds 100gms ground oats/plain flour 1 tsp baking powder 3 eggs (vegan - use chia eggs) 50gms butter 200 -300gms blueberries - ( I used 300gms but hubbie said there were too many 🤷🏻♀️) Add 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon if you like a little spice 😋 ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1️⃣ preheat oven to 170’C (fan) & Melt the butter in the microwave to soften 2️⃣ mash the bananas 3️⃣ whisk the eggs and add to the bananas mix well 4️⃣ add the rest of the ingredients to the banana/egg mix 5️⃣ Pour mix into 12 muffin moulds 6️⃣ Bake for 12-15 minutes until cooked through 7️⃣ cool & enjoy! ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #dckbakes #yum #muffins #blueberrymuffins #bluberry #norefinedsugar #sugarfreerecipes #healthybakes #healthyfood #healthymuffins #snack #kidsfood #kidssnacks #sugarfree #glutenfreerecipes #glutenfreegood #familyrecipes #vegetarianrecipes #wholefoods #wfpb #pb #plantbased #vegetarian #healthybaking #easyrecipe⠀#easyrecipes #easymuffinrecipe #breakfastmuffins
Sep 11
😍PANI PURI 😍 ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Hands up if you love Pani Puri 🙋🏻♀️🙋🏻♀️🙋🏻♀️ Indian Street Food at its best! 🙌🏽 If you haven’t heard of them... Pani Puri are crispy hollow ‘Puri’ filled with chickpeas, potato & onion spiced up with a tamarind chutney The ‘pani’ which means ‘water’ is a sweet and spicy tangy water that is poured onto the stuffed Puri just before eating... You basically get a flavour explosion in your mouth of sweet, spicy, tangy, sour all in one #ifyouknowyouknow ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ My children absolutely love these too! I wrote up this recipe with the help of my mum for a special feature coming very soon (clue in my stories 😉) that I cant wait to share with you!! In the meantime .... here’s my recipe for the perfect Pani Puri water if you’re lucky enough to get hold of some puris this week... you can find them in the Indian food isle of most large supermarkets Have a wonderful week ahead Chintal x ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ Recipe for Pani Puri Water (enough for about 30) ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ Large handful of fresh coriander (approx 50gms) Large handful of fresh mint leaves 1 teaspoon chaat masala 1 teaspoon black salt 2cm chunk fresh ginger 4 tablespoons lemon juice Top up to 500mls with water Blend to smooth - you can make this in advance and keep it in the fridge . . . . . . . . #drchintalskitchen #panipuri #indianfood #yum #indian #indianrecipe #indianstreetfood #panipurilovers #golgappe #foodindia #chaat #healthyrecipes #vegetarianrecipes #eeeeeats #indianrecipes #meatlessmonday #meatfreemonday #easymeals #quickmeals #currynight #vegan #pb #plantbased #leatscookvegan #wholefoods #wfpb #veganrecipes #healthyfood
Sep 2
😷 FACE COVERINGS 😷 ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Face coverings are the new normal... however, all but 1 of the patients I saw in clinic this morning were NOT wearing them properly. So I wanted to share my top 🔟 tips on how to wear your face coverings Safely and effectively... you can find more information using the link at the bottom of this post ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ 1️⃣ All face coverings should cover the NOSE & MOUTH 😷 ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ 2️⃣ If your covering has a wire - that goes at the top & can be moulded to fit around your nose to create a better seal ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ 3️⃣ If using a surgical disposable mask - the blue bit is the outside of the mask ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 4️⃣ The mask must fit comfortably but securely against the side of the face & be secure to the head with ear ties or ear loops ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ 5️⃣ All face masks are to be used once & then either disposed (if disposable) or washed before reuse. Change a face covering if it becomes damp ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ 6️⃣ Handle the mask by the straps, avoid touching the part in contact with your mouth and nose, as it could be contaminated with virus ⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 7️⃣ When visiting your GP, we will ask you to wear a face covering in the waiting room & during your appointment ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 8️⃣ After use, remove, fold inside out or simply pop into a sealed plastic bag until disposal or washing. Wash/sanitise your hands after. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 9️⃣ Face coverings are not PPE - so always practice social distancing measures wherever possible ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ 🔟 A common question I get asked is exemption criteria for face coverings you can find the current guidance here: ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/face-coverings-when-to-wear-one-and-how-to-make-your-own/face-coverings-when-to-wear-one-and-how-to-make-your-own . . . . . . . . . . #drchintalskitchen #generalpractice #gp #facecoverings #masks #facemask #covid19 #coronavirus #doctor #nhs #nhsdoctor #health #healthadvice #nhsdoctors #coronavirus #keephealthy #socialdistancing #medicine #protectyourself #protectothers #savelives #doctorsofinstagram #facecover #facecovering
Sep 1
🍪CHOCOLATE CRINKLE COOKIES ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you want fudgey gooey brownie like cookies with minimal fuss and minimal ingredients... here’s the recipe for you! So I’m part of a medics foodie group on @facebook & the initiation recipe is this @bbcgoodfood crinkle cookie recipe... I can see why now! A great recipe to get #kidsinthekitchen over the summer holidays! Totally foolproof ✅ Totally delicious ✅ Don’t be like me and only make 1/2 the mix... they didn’t last long especially as I gave a box to my neighbours! ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Recipe: (Makes 35-40 mini 🍪) ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 60gms cacao or cocoa powder - sieved 200gms caster sugar 60mls oil - I used olive oil 2 eggs 180gms plain flour 1 tsp baking powder 70gms icing sugar Pinch of salt ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1️⃣ Mix they cacao, sugar & oil in a bowl 2️⃣ Add the eggs 1 at a time and whisk to mix in well 3️⃣ Add the other ingredients (except icing sugar) into a bowl, mix & then add the the cacao mix 4️⃣ Form a dough with the mix 5️⃣ Put dough in the fridge for 1 hour 6️⃣ Heat the oven to 170’C (fan) 7️⃣ Remove the dough, roll into small Balls, coat in the icing sugar & place on a baking tray lined with baking paper 8️⃣ Bake for 10 mins 9️⃣ Enjoy once cool! . . . . . . #drchintalskitchen #bbcgoodfood #cookies #crinklecookies #chocolate #chocolatecookies #bakingwithkids #homebakes #yum #healthyfood #healthybakes #dcksnack #snacks #snack #summerholidays #baking #homemade #easyrecipes #healthyrecipes #recipeshare #vegetarainrecipes #eatbetternotless #feedfeed #thenewhealthy #todayfood #eatingwell #brownies #kidsrecipes
Aug 20
KING OYSTER MUSHROOMS ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Quick & easy #meatfreemonday inspo today (although for full disclosure we actually had this last Thursday 🤷🏻♀️)... delicious king oyster mushrooms in a gingery broth with veggies 😋 I picked up the recipe card for this in @waitroseandpartners just before lockdown and have only just managed to make it. I do miss popping to my local waitrose and collecting these cards but at least I can finally make recipes from the collection I already have 😂 ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Unfortunately there was no persuading my children to eat the mushrooms so they had the original version with seabass & minus the chilli 🌶 (swipe 👉🏽) ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Recipe: (Serves 2) ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ 200gm tenderstem broccoli spears 90gms baby pak choy 1 low salt stock cube 2 tbsp lost sauce 15gms fresh ginger - julienned 2 star anise 1 tblsp maple syrup (optional) 2 sea bass/sea bream fillets or 2 large king oyster mushrooms 275gms fresh egg noodles 2 spring onion - finely sliced 1 red chilli finely sliced ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1️⃣ Wash and slice the mushrooms in half & score as seen. Blanch the broccoli & pak Choy in about 500mls of water for a couple of minutes drain & keep aside 2️⃣ Return the pan of water to the heat and add the stock cube, soy sauce, ginger, star anise. Bring to boil & simmer for 5 mins 3️⃣ Poach the fish (if using) in this broth and simmer until fully cooked and opaque. Or for the mushrooms pan fry in a little oil in a frying pan 4️⃣ Cook your noodles as per packet, I used fresh so just pan fried a couple of minutes. 5️⃣ Divide the broth into 2 bowls, add the veggies/fish. 6️⃣ Sprinkle over the salad onions & chilli to serve 7️⃣ Enjoy! ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #meatlessmonday #dinner #dinnerideas #quickmeals #familymeals #healthyfood #healthymeals #mushrooms #vegetarianfood #vegetarianmeals #plantbased #wholefoods #wfpb #eatbetternotless #noodles #chinesefood #fakeaway #yum #broccoli #easyrecipes #quickrecipes #vegetarianrecipes #veganrecipes #huffposttaste #vegandinnerideas @meatfreemonday
Aug 17
TAH CHIN ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ My very first attempt at making this Persian classic thanks to this months edition of @bbcgoodfood mag & it did not disappoint! Thank you BBC Good Food for the clear instructions... it was a labour of love but totally worth it! I especially loved the beautiful story behind the recipe ❤️ Friday night #fakeaway taking us on a trip to Iran... I love introducing new cultures and cuisines to our family meals and I know this is definitely going to be a regular going forwards! ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Enjoyed by the whole family (My boys absolutely loved it!)... delicious crispy saffron rice with yogurt marinaded chicken/aubergine infused with cinnamon turmeric and more saffron All the spices! 😍 ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’ve been wanting to try this recipe since seeing it made by my friends Punteha @vtfeatures & Shireen @doctorshireen and I’m so glad I did! Now I just need one of them to show me how to cook it like a pro! 😉 ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’ve popped some steps in my stories but the full recipe is in this months @bbcgoodfood Magazine ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #bbcgoodfood #tahchin #tahdig #persianfood #drchintalskitchen #friday #takeaway #fridaynightin #dinnerideas #rice #saffron #chicken #yum #healthyfood #familyfood #persianfood #delicious #wholefoods #comfortfood #spices #pb #wfpb #familymeals #turmeric #recipeideas #vegetarianrecipes #healthyrecipes
Aug 14
BLUEBERRY YOGURT BITES ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ London is HOT HOT HOT 🌞 So we are planning on whipping up these frozen yogurt bites to keep us cool 😎 @lego mould optional but highly recommended for kids (and big kids 😂) Freeze ice cube versions of these to pop into your smoothies to keep them cool... or freeze in a lolly mould, perfect for teething babies too 👶🏻 ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Sharing some more recipes to keep cool over the weekend heatwave in my stories I hope they are helpful ... ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Recipe: (makes 20 bites depending on the size of your mould) ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 500gms Yogurt - I used @yeovalley vanilla yogurt. For a vegan option - use @coyo_uk coconut yogurt 200gms blueberries (you can use fresh or frozen) A squeeze of honey or maple syrup - optional - avoid both for under 12months. ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1️⃣ Put all ingredients into a blender 2️⃣ blend to smooth 3️⃣ pour into a mould 4️⃣ freeze for a couple of hours or overnight to set! 5️⃣ Enjoy! ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #drchintalskitchen #dckdessert #frozenyogurt #lollies #heatwave #funfood #kidsfood #yum #nicecream #lolly #whatifeedmykids #toddlerapproved #frozenyogurtbark #healthyfood #healthylollies #pb #plantbased #wholefoods #wfpb #eatbetternotless #eatingwell #blueberries #yogurt #healthyrecipe #norefinedsugar #vegetarian #quickrecipe #easyrecipe #healthyicecream
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