Life is a journey of evolving roles, each with its own beauty and wisdom. From the structured world of academia to the ever-evolving realm of homemaking, I have embraced each phase with passion and grace. When my children settled into their own lives, I found myself with a renewed sense of purpose—to document and share the wealth of knowledge I have gathered over the years.
During the lockdown, I realized that my experiences in cooking, home remedies, and life’s simple yet profound lessons could serve as a source of inspiration for others. Meticulously and with great concern for the palate, gut health, overall well-being, and the emotional gratification of savoring each preparation, I began crafting a collection of love-filled, cherished recipes, time-tested remedies, and stories woven with warmth and wisdom.
I write under the name "Rajeshree's Kitchen", where I share detailed recipes—the kind that provide exact measurements for ingredients like salt and water, which are often left to personal interpretation in most other kitchen blogs. Additionally, I include practical tips with clear reasons behind them, ensuring that every piece of advice is rooted in understanding and experience. My aim is to make cooking approachable yet precise, helping readers not just recreate dishes but truly connect with the joy of cooking.
This endeavor is my way of preserving traditions, sharing insights, and connecting with those who seek both knowledge and comfort in life's everyday moments.
Dry roast all the nuts on a slow flame and keep aside.
Dry roast makhana on a slow flame. When you break a single makhana with your fingers then it will easily break down. This means makhana are perfectly roasted.
Make a coarse powder of all dry roasted ingredients.
Mix thoroughly Coco powder with coarse powder of dry fruits and makhana.
Store in an air tight container.
NB why not fine powder ? Because for making fine powder we have to grind more which results in oil separating out from dry fruits and making it lumpy. So always grind in pulse mode and keep it granular.
Mixing of 3 tbsp. of powder is ideal for 300 ml. of milk.
Dry mango has phenolic compounds and dietary fibres that helps in digestion by improving gut bacteria.
Dry Mango powder is rich in vitamins A, C and E and antioxidants. It promotes collagen formation and delays the signs of ageing. 1 tsp. Mango powder mix with milk and make a paste and apply on face for 10 minutes. Wash it and see the difference.
Amchur powder is an effective home remedy to fight against acne. Use it as a mild scrub for clearing clogged pores and making the skin supple and smooth. The natural exfoliating action of amchur powder helps in healing blemishes and blackheads.
The pulp of tamarind is rich in numerous phytonutrients that act as powerful dietary antioxidants, and can enhance the efficacy of the body’s natural immune defences.
Tamarind is rich in polyphenols and flavonoids, which helps in decreasing LDL cholesterol and increasing HDL cholesterol, thereby lowering the risk of atherosclerosis.
The antioxidants of Tamarind mask reduce blemishes, evens skin tone, and lessen the effects of hyperpigmentation.
Tamarind paste also helps to reduce stress and anxiety.
Kokum Is Useful To Ease Acidity And Improve Digestion. The dried kokum fruit, made into and consumed as kokum juice is a natural remedy to enhance the digestive fire and improve the body’s pachan shakti or digestion
Kokum Is Good For Healing Cuts, Wounds, And Swelling. Applying kokum to any allergy sores, swelling, cracks, cuts, and even a burn injury can help to soothe and lessen the inflammation.
The kokum fruit is a powerhouse of rich nutrients. Kokum is packed with many essential vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin C and minerals such as calcium, iron, manganese, potassium, and zinc. It also contains a good amount of folic acid, ascorbic acid, acetic acid, hydroxy citric acid, and fibre.
Mace spice is a herb that is keeping the digestive system healthy. it relieves bloating, constipation, and gas-related problems. Using mace spice in cooking may also be good for regulating bowel movements – and treating nausea, diarrhea, and flatulence.
Mace spice boots appetite.
Mace spice keep your skin and hair healthy, and also protect you from dangerous diseases and infections.
Mace spice relieves mental exhaustion as well so it acts as a stress buster.
The mace spice is a natural remedy for toothaches and aching gums and is used in several toothpastes.
Mace spice is also known for its amazing fragrance and a wonderful aroma. It is used as seasoning to add more taste to your dishes and fills them with an exotic flavor. It also contains antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and other essential compounds.
Since ancient times, Saffron has been used for skin conditions. It helps improve complexion, decreases dark circles under the eyes, refreshes the face and helps manage acne and infections of the superficial layer of the skin.
Saffron helps in asthma and bronchitis due to its Ushna virya (hot) potency. It also helps to boost immunity by balancing Kapha due to its Rasayana (rejuvenating) property.
Saffron (Kesar) works a Vajikarana (aphrodisiac) and helps improve the sexual drive. Tip: 1. Add 5-6 Saffron threads in 1 cup of warm milk. 2. Let it sit for 10 minutes. 3. Take it at night before going to bed. 4. Do not boil Saffron as it may lose some precious volatile oils.
The safranal present in Saffron has a hypnotic effect and enhances the sleep-promoting neurons in the brain. Saffron also relaxes the nervous system and it helps overcome anxiety.
The Poppy seeds are rich in magnesium which help to reduce the levels of cortisol which is a stress hormone and improves the quality and duration of sleep.
Poppy seeds are rich in iron which makes it a natural blood purifier which increases red blood cell and haemoglobin count in blood. Proper supply of oxygen and red blood cells to the brain regulates production of neurotransmitters and increases cognitive functioning. So making poppy seeds is inone of the brain foods that help you concentrate and reduce the risk of diseases like dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Poppy seeds are also rich in calcium, copper and zinc. These are essential in improving bone mineral density, strengthening the bones and connective tissue and preventing them from breaking and enhancing the overall health of bones.
Poppy seeds are a powerhouse of antioxidants and essential nutrients reduce skin inflammation, scalp infections and promotes overall skin and hair health.
Nutmeg is rich in antioxidants, including phenolic compounds, essential oils, and plant pigments, all of which help prevent cellular damage and protect against chronic diseases.
Nutmeg reduce inflammation by inhibiting certain inflammatory enzymes.
Nutmeg oil is used in several dental products. The spice has antibacterial properties effective against oral pathogens that cause disease and bad breath.
A little nutmeg improves sleep, both in duration and quality.
Paste of Nutmeg powder and milk has been shown to improve skin tone and give the skin a brighter, more youthful appearance.