Welcome to VegeCravings!
At VegeCravings, you will find a delightful collection of vegetarian recipes, with a strong emphasis on traditional Indian dishes, healthy food, and eggless baking. While my recipes are predominantly Indian, I also explore and share flavors from around the world, offering you a diverse array of nutritious and delicious options.
About me
I am Sumati. I was born and raised in Kota, Rajasthan and now live in California, United States, where I work full-time as a software engineer at Google. My passion for cooking has been deeply influenced by my family and has become an integral part of my life.
I love exploring new cuisines and flavors, but my favorite dishes remain those that are close to home and my childhood. A simple home-cooked meal of Rajma Chawal or a street-side Pani Puri from India still bring me utmost joy.
How I Started the Blog
When I first moved out of India, I deeply missed the comfort of home-cooked meals. Finding authentic Indian and even vegetarian food was challenging. I often called my mom for recipes of my favorite dishes, jotting them down in documents for future reference.
This inspired me to create a website to save and share these treasured recipes with others. In 2016, I posted my first recipe, and have been adding new recipes on and off. Balancing work and blogging has been challenging, but I strive to update the blog with fresh and exciting dishes regularly.
My Connection with Cooking
My mom’s family is from Jaipur, Rajasthan. She is a very intuitive cook, and her dishes somehow always turn out perfect, without ever following a written recipe. She has this incredible ability to make a great dish from whatever ingredients are available in the house. I learnt from her that you don’t need many special ingredients or spices to make great food. Even simple ingredients can deliver fantastic flavors without compromising quality.
My dad’s family is from Punjab. My grandmother was renowned for her culinary skills, especially her parathas and sarson ka saag which I remember her cooking for hours and hours. She taught me that good food requires patience. I would often come home from school to the aroma of my favorite foods like Chole, Dal Makhani or Veg Koftas being cooked, or to fresh butter being churned or ghee being made by her.
During my four years of engineering studies in Hyderabad, I explored the diverse flavors of Southern India. From spicy Andhra cuisine to the famous Hyderabadi biryani, I savored every opportunity to try something new. It was in Hyderabad that I met my husband, who is from Himachal Pradesh and an excellent cook himself. He introduced me to the unique and hearty recipes from his home state, such as Chana Madra and Chane Ka Khatta, which quickly became some of my favorites.
My career has taken me from Sydney, Australia, to California, US, and my passion for travel has allowed me to experience and experiment with various global cuisines. In Sydney, I fell in love with fresh, vibrant dishes like avocado toast and fusion foods that blend Asian and Western influences. Moving to California opened up even more culinary adventures, with its rich blend of cultures and foods. I love trying new dishes, recreating those flavors at home, and innovating with my own recipes. Every journey and new place enriches my culinary skills and inspires me to bring those flavors into my kitchen and onto this blog.
About the recipes
The recipes you find here are either passed down from my mother and grandmother or meticulously developed by me through extensive testing. These are the dishes I turn to whenever I cook, and I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.
I believe in using fresh ingredients and authentic flavors, and I hope I can inspire you to create wholesome and delightful meals at home. Feel free to reach out with any questions or comments – I’d love to hear from you!
Stay Connected
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