An Indian Parenting & Food Blog by Dr. Mansi Bajaj Malik !
Recently food enthusiasts have successfully found (or re-discovered to put it more accurately ) some wonderful superfoods which are fast replacing the refined , processed flour / Maida in Indian snacks all of us love . One of these superfoods belongs to the millet family and is very easy to use . It is the... Continue Reading →
This season I will be sharing healthy Monsoon Menu for kids . According to renowned nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar , during monsoons one should consume More alternate grains like Ragi/Nachni , Jowar and Quinoa More vegetables that grow on creepers like pumpkin and Karela Less of Green Leafy Vegetables More of Lentils/ Dals Occasional treat with... Continue Reading →
Always in a hurry like me ? Here is a yummy, scrumptious , delicious yet nutritious breakfast or evening snack option for the whole family , especially for kids / toddlers above 1 year . I am always looking for ways to incorporate bananas in my kids' meal as it is a complete nutrition dense... Continue Reading →
Banana is an extremely versatile and super nutrient rich ingredient for kids . From infants to teenagers, it is part of every child's daily diet. It is an excellent way to introduce healthy calories to your child's meals and help him gain adequate weight. Whenever I have Bananas in surplus, I always make sure to... Continue Reading →
Toddlers comprise age group 1 year to 3 years . These meal plans are made for my twins C&I , as being a working mother of twins (I am a doctor by profession) I find it easier to plan in advance. Do read the basic toddler meal rules mentioned below. Vegetarian protein rich options to... Continue Reading →
When you are driven to put on your oven gloves and fold some flour , milk and sugar even at wee hours of the night , you know you have fallen in love with baking. Here is one healthy cookies recipe which makes for a perfect no-fail bake and soothes the curious baker in you... Continue Reading →
Toddlers comprise age group 1 year to 3 years . These meal plans are made for my twins C&I , as being a working mother of twins (I am a doctor by profession) I find it easier to plan in advance. Do read the basic toddler meal rules mentioned below. Vegetarian protein rich options to... Continue Reading →
New in the Finger Food Series are these yummy savoury spinach and cheese muffins. Perfect snack for your kids with the goodness of Egg protein , cheese (dairy protein) , milk and spinach . These can be frozen and defrosted for later use as well. They are delightful savoury muffins with a golden crust and the... Continue Reading →
Index: Main Meals Onion Rice Curd Rice Beetroot Rice Apple Pumpkin Rice Apple Rice Pumpkin Rice Carrot Rice Ghee Rice Moong Dal Cheela Paneer Fried Rice Suji Pancakes Instant Suji Idli Apple Oats Overnight Apple Oats Banana Smoothie Veggie Pasta Healthy Chicken Purée / Soup Sprouts Khichri Suji Dhokla Suji Pizza Matar (gravy) / White... Continue Reading →
It has been 7 months since I have been following a diet plan which requires me to eat high protein grilled/ tandoori food once a week . So in my journey of eating clean yet yummy home cooked food , here is my healthy version of  lip smacking Soya Chaap . It has been marinated... Continue Reading →
Friday Night Column 