Spaghetti Squash Noodles

A vegetable that can replace noodles? Is there such a thing? Believe me, It's true. The name is spaghetti squash. It looks like a small pumpkin, and when cooked, the flesh turns into strands that resemble rice noodles in looks and taste. It is a very healthy and yummy alternative to noodles. The best part is, you are eating a vegetable without realizing it. I just sauteed it with my favorite spices, and topped it with some left over chicken fry. Tofu or a fried egg would be a good option too.

Spaghetti Squash - 1
Oil - 1 tbsp
Chili powder - 1 tbsp
Salt - to taste
Cumin powder - 1 1/2 tsp
Garam Masala - 1 tsp
Soy sauce - 1 tbsp
Peanut Butter - 1 tbsp

Pierce the squash with a knife several times. Cook in the microwave for 12 minutes. Turn once half way.

Piercing ensures that the steam escapes from the squash, and reduces the risk of the squash bursting in the microwave. Cool for a few minutes, and cut into half. Remove the seeds and pull a fork lengthwise through the flesh to separate it into long strands. 

Heat the oil in a pan. Add all dry powders and fry till fragrant. Add the soy sauce and peanut butter. If the mixture is too thick, add some water. Add the squash strands and mix till coated. Top with any toppings of your choice.

Guacamole, egg and roasted tomato sandwich on Rye

This has got to be my favorite weekend brunch. It's got everything you need for a balanced breakfast and super yummy too. The creaminess of the guacamole, the smoky roasted tomatoes ,the gooey egg and the crisp onions and lettuce really compliment each other well. Here's how you make it:

Guacamole:

Ripe Avocado - 1

Lemon  - 1/2
Salt and pepper - to taste

Mash the avocado well, and add the lemon juice, salt and pepper.

Tomatoes:

Slice a couple tomatoes into rings. Spray the pan with olive oil spray, and spread the slices in a single layer. Season with salt and pepper. Turn them half way, and remove when soft. Don't leave them on longer, or they would turn mushy. 

Eggs:

In the same pan break one egg at a time and cook till yolk is still a bit runny, or till it's set if you don't like it runny. Season again with salt and pepper.

To build the sandwich:

Rye bread: 2 slices

Egg - 1

Tomato slices - 4

Guacamole - 2 tbsp

Onion slices - a few

Lettuce chopped - 2 tbsp

Green chili sauce - to taste

Toast the bread, spread the guacamole on each slice. Layer the tomatoes, onions, lettuce and egg.

Drizzle the green chili sauce. Serve hot.