2023 Recipe Toppers

As December unfolds, enveloping us in a whirlwind of festive cheer, social gatherings, and the hustle of gift shopping, it’s easy to find oneself caught in the delightful chaos of the season. Amidst the joyous celebrations, there’s no denying the subtle undercurrent of stress – both for those hosting large holiday parties and those that prefer more intimate gatherings. To make your days merry, here are 5 of the most loved recipes that I presented to you in 2023. These effortlessly delectable creations have won hearts and earned a well-deserved place in your recipe repertoire.

Here’s to embracing the coming New Year with a promise of culinary adventures, delightful baking endeavors, and the artistry of crafting signature cocktails. May this year surpass the last, ushering in a season filled with gastronomic delights and shared moments of joy.

1. Chutney Ramen

These delicious noodles, loaded with veggies and protein are quick to make and hit the spot if you love spicy, garlicky goodness.

Two bowls of ramen with two sets of chopsticks by their sides. (Image courtesy: Alexandra Shystman)
Spice up that ramen with chutney. (Image courtesy: Alexandra Shystman)

2. Chipotle Dressing

Enjoy with cut cucumber, carrots, or homemade millet chips. I even used it on baked cauliflower and it was absolutely yummy.

A bowl of chipotle sauce with various spices around it.
Freshly made Chipotle Sauce. (Image courtesy: Ruchi Saran)

3. Crispy Smashed Potatoes

With creamy, fluffy centers and crispy outsides, these will become our new go-to recipe. I usually top them with chutneys and sev to give them a chaat feel, but they are great with pesto or even just as is.

This is an image of crispy smashed potatoes with sev and cilantro toppings
Crispy Smashed Potatoes (Photo: Mona Shah)

4. Chai Cheesecake

Eggless and no-bake dessert recipe. This mini cheesecake Indian fusion recipe is smooth, creamy, deliciously tart, and served in a jar! 

Chai Cheesecake - Eggless Wonder! (Image courtesy: Priya Lakshminarayan)
Chai Cheesecake – Eggless Wonder! (Image courtesy: Priya Lakshminarayan)

5. Roasted Strawberry Gin & Lime Cocktail

The roasting technique for strawberries is a great way to get the most out of their sweet-tart flavor; it also makes for the most amazing purée that has a great depth of color and flavor along with a hint of smokiness from roasting the berries.

This image shows two filled cocktail glasses with a few strawberries strewn around. The cocktail is made of roasted strawberries in gin & lime. (Image courtesy: Signature Concoctions)
Coolest Cocktail Ever: Roasted strawberries in gin & lime. (Image courtesy: Signature Concoctions)

Mona Shah is a multi-platform storyteller with expertise in digital communications, social media strategy, and content curation for Twitter and LinkedIn for C-suite executives. A journalist and editor,...