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Rediscovering the Wisdom of Balanced Indian Eating

Hi, I'm Abhi, and I'm here to show you that Indian food can be incredibly healthy when you know how to balance it properly.

When I moved to the US as a teenager, everything about my eating habits changed. I tried to adapt to a completely different diet, but like many of us, I kept falling back to Indian food, except it was just rice and curry. I thought I had to choose between my cultural foods and being healthy.

The real turning point came during my pregnancy when I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. Suddenly, understanding nutrition wasn't just important, it was essential. That's when I rediscovered the traditional thali method and realized I didn't need to replace my entire plate. I needed to focus on balanced eating with lots of side dishes, just like our ancestors did.

My Mission: Making Indian Food Work for Modern Life

I don't want you to abandon the foods you love. Instead, I want to show you how to eat them in a way that nourishes your body and satisfies your cravings. Through Thali Method, I share authentic South Asian recipes with complete nutritional breakdowns, portion guidance, and meal planning strategies that actually work for busy lives.

Every recipe includes detailed instructions for freezer meals and make-ahead components, so you can maintain consistency without spending hours in the kitchen every day.

What You'll Find Here

  • Complete thali meal guides with nutritional breakdowns
  • Traditional recipes adapted for balanced eating
  • Meal planning strategies with freezer-friendly options
  • Make-ahead side dishes for consistent healthy eating
  • Portion control tips that don't sacrifice flavor
  • Step-by-step cooking instructions for authentic Indian cuisine

Whether you're looking for healthy Indian breakfast recipes, protein-rich curries and dals, or nutritious side dishes, you'll find recipes that prove you don't have to sacrifice tradition for health.

Balanced chicken curry thali with rice, spinach, cucumber carrot salad, and yogurt - nutritionally complete Indian meal

My Approach: Balance, Not Restriction

I believe that food should nourish both your body and your soul. When you understand how to balance your plate with multiple side dishes and plan ahead with freezer meals, every meal becomes an opportunity to feel energized, satisfied, and connected to your heritage.

This isn't about perfection, it's about creating sustainable habits that honor your love for Indian cooking while supporting your health goals.

Ready to transform your relationship with Indian food? Start with my most popular balanced thali recipes and discover how delicious and achievable healthy eating can be.

Balance your Plate

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Latest Recipes

  • Finished high protein rajma curry in white bowl garnished with fresh coriander leaves
    High Protein Rajma Curry Recipe (Ready in 45 Minutes)
  • Finished cabbage carrot green pepper salad base with crisp white cabbage, orange carrots, and green peppers mixed together
    Cabbage Carrot Green Pepper Salad Base
  • Smooth, vibrant green yogurt dressing with visible herb flecks in dark metal bowl showing creamy consistency
    Cilantro Lime Yogurt Dressing
  • Creamy golden 5 minute spicy peanut dressing with visible red pepper flakes in a dark metal bowl on wooden surface
    5 Minute Spicy Peanut Dressing
  • Golden brown easy egg dosa folded in half on decorative blue floral plate, showing crispy edges and egg filling
    Easy Egg Dosa Recipe
  • Golden crispy Erra Karam Dosa recipe folded in half on decorative white plate with blue floral rim
    Erra Karam Dosa Recipe
  • Creamy white Pappula Podi powder in decorative blue ceramic bowl on textured wooden surface
    Roasted Chana Dal Powder (Pappula Podi)
  • Vibrant orange-red Erra Karam with coarse texture served in traditional blue and white ceramic bowl on wooden surface
    Authentic Erra Karam Recipe
  • Perfectly fermented authentic Sona Masoori dosa batter in steel bowl showing bubbles and smooth texture
    Authentic Sona Masoori Dosa Batter Recipe
  • tamarind onion tomato base in a freezing tray showing one cup filled
    Tamarind Onion Tomato Base for Easy South Indian Curries
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Welcome!

I'm on a mission to bring balance back to our plates, one delicious Indian meal at a time. ThaliMethod is my way of shaking up how we think about our kitchens and our food. We're not about restrictive diets; we're about smart portions and celebrating the incredible variety of Indian cuisine. Join me, and let's redefine what a 'balanced meal' really looks like.

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Popular

  • Completed egg pulusu served in a ceramic bowl, garnished with fresh curry leaves
    Egg Pulusu Recipe - Authentic South Indian Tamarind Egg Curry
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    Roasted Chana Dal Coconut Powder (Senaga Pappu Podi Recipe)
  • Golden brown coconut garlic podi served in a stainless steel bowl on wooden cutting board
    Coconut Garlic Podi Recipe - 5-Minute South Indian Spice Powder
  • Fragrant sesame curry leaves powder served in traditional steel bowl ready to eat
    Sesame Curry Leaves Powder

Thalis

  • horse gram curry with bottle gourd raita & rice in mini bowls on a plate
    Balanced Indian Thali #7 — Horse Gram Curry, Raita & Rice (18g Protein, 469 Calories)
  • Nutritious Indian thali featuring high-protein rice, creamy methi paneer, vibrant broccoli eggplant chutney, and a refreshing glass of homemade buttermilk. Perfect for a healthy, balanced meal.
    Balanced Indian Thali #6: 26g Protein Vegetarian Meal
  • Balanced Thali with white rice, flavorful Ulavacharu Rasam, protein-rich omelet, & crisp salad on a plate.
    Ulavacharu Rasam & Egg Thali
  • Overhead view of a colorful Indian thali featuring protein rice, carrot chutney, spiced shrimp fry, and horsegram snack arranged on a traditional plate
    Shrimp Fry & Horsegram Thali

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