She says no to chocolates and coffee but yes to nariyal paani. Anushka Sharma on her no-frills, wholesome diet

Anushka's thought for food

I am a non-vegetarian but: I prefer eating vegetarian food and like only certain dishes in non-vegetarian. In vegetarian food, I like eating parathas and veggies.

I get up early only when: I have to report for work. Otherwise, I sleep till late.

The first thing I have: Is a glass of water followed by a cup of tea.

Breakfast comprises: Egg and a glass of fresh juice.

I sip on: Lemon juice or coconut water.

For lunch I have: Dal, roti, sabzi. Dal is a must. My favourite is wholegrain dal. When I eat food from home, I feel lighter so I carry lunch. My dabba usually contains roti, salad and dahi.

I feel hungry after: Every two hours. While shooting for Yashraj, I had chilly cheese toast from the canteen cafeteria. They have nice sandwiches, brownies and ice cream.

I have my dinner: At home and by 9 pm.

I don't have: A sweet tooth. I don't even like chocolates.

The last thing I have before going to sleep: Is a glass of milk.

I work out: Four times a week. I have a personal trainer.

Coffee doesn't: Go down well with me.

My comfort food: Khichdi.

When I went to school: My mom, Aashima made something different and new for me everyday.

I always carry: Protein bars.

My fridge always contains: Water.

On Sundays: My family usually does brunch. We have dosas and khichoni, a soup made from onions and tomatoes. It's an Uttaranchal special.

The best cook in my family: My mother. She makes excellent momos.

I don't cook often but: Whenever I do, I have been told I cook well. Recently, I made butter chicken.

Cooking disasters: I once made cake without baking soda. It turned out bad.

I like to pick up: Cold cuts.

My parents are from: Uttaranchal. I like Khichoni and Chaishu, two local dishes.

Favourite restaurants: Samarpan and Café Piccolo, both in Bangalore. In Bombay, I like Royal China.

My favourite cuisines are: Indian, Chinese and Thai.

In Amritsar: I didn't get a chance to eat langar but I had tandoori chicken.

My favourite spice: Garlic and green chilly.

My favourite kitchen appliance: Microwave.

My favourite beverage: Coconut water.

In fruits: I don't like much besides apples and bananas.

The food on the sets of Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi: Was very good. Shah Rukh Khan brought food from home. I ate in my van as I eat every two hours.

My idea of a romantic meal: Is fish with vegetables on the side. It's important to have good food and conversation.

Anushka's favourite recipe: Momos
Ingredients
200 grams minced meat
3 to 4 finely chopped green chillies
1 medium sized onion, finely chopped
1 inch ginger, finely crushed
2 to 4 cloves garlic, finely crushed
200 gms maida
A little butter
Method
Mix the meat with the green chilies, onions, ginger and garlic. Put butter. Add salt to taste. To make covering for momos take maida and add adequate water to make a semi soft dough. Roll out thin rotis. Place about 1heaped teaspoon of the meat mixture in the centre. Keep this in a momo mould. Make the remaining momos. Steam them in a momo basket for ten minutes till done. Serve hot.