…he Goan Catholics. The favorite Goan delicacy “Patoleo is prepared on this feast day. Besides, it is also prepared on the day of Sao Joao (St. John’s Feast) & Konsachem Fest (Harvest Festival). Patoleos are also sent with vojem (trousseau) to the groom’s house, both by the Catholics & Hindus. Patoleo is a simple, aromatic & steamed sweet. The base is made of rice paste & the filling is made of Goan Pyramid Jaggery & scraped fre…
…and freeze. To Freeze Pesto: Pour the pesto sauce in ice trays, top with olive oil, cover with cling film and freeze. Once frozen, remove the cubes, store in a zip loc bag, label with date and the weight of each cube of pesto and re-freeze. Thaw the required cubes of pesto when ready to use….
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…ipe for Rose Kulfi. I so want to share this cool aromatic treat which is a feast for the eye and a joyful delight to the tastebuds! Just have a look at the picture… What do you think? Does it compel you to give it a try right away and see the sparkle in the eye of your loved ones and the true satisfaction of a royal dessert? Enjoy a slice of paradise on earth with this heavenly Rose Kulfi / Shahi Gulab Kulfi!! 🙂 My large hearted friend Fakhri gift…
…enjoy these lovely soft and moist Chocolate Banana Swirl Cupcakes! First, feast with your eyes on the swirls and then treat yourself to these gorgeous cupcakes with a cup of tea / coffee at breakfast or snack on them whenever you feel hungry with a glass of milk or your favorite milk shake if you please. 🙂 Here is the recipe to a child’s delight and treat to all irrespective of age!… Ingredients: 2 cups Maida / All Purpose Flour 1 tsp Bakin…
…? When you bake this beauty and slice through it; you can’t help but first feast visually. The Glacé Cherries and Pistachio look like studded gems on the slices of cake and is a joy to behold! This spectacular Glacé Cherry & Pistachio Cake is good for all celebratory and festive occasions and great at tea time too. It has the colors of Christmas and is apt to celebrate the joy of Christmas. Simply dusted with caster sugar adds a special elemen…
…e. To Serve… Just before serving, Give the dressing a good shake & pour on the salad. Mix once again & serve garnished with sesame seeds. Just feast your eyes…absorb the colors and enjoy the juicy crunch of this salad….
…l celebratory occasions. Besides, it is also a part of everyday meals. Any feast celebration and Sunday meals are incomplete without it. In Goa, authentic Goan restaurants, small eateries and bakeries take great pride in serving these quick finger eats. Goan Beef Mince Croquettes are so simple and quick to make. They are delicious as a light work lunch, they taste good in rolls, burgers and sandwiches. It is a good option as a picnic lunch too. Th…
…p; “Chacuti.” It is a unique dish which Goan cuisine has to offer. No Goan feast & celebration is complete without xacuti. It tastes amazing with sannas. Here is my way of cooking this special fragrant gravy which we enjoyed & it tasted even better the next day.. J Ingredients : · 1 kg Chicken pieces · 8 to 10 dry Kashmiri Chillies (remo…
…Patolleo or patoleo pronounced as pathayo is a Goan sweet prepared for the feast of the Assumption of Mary. Since I did not have the boiled rice (big fat unpolished rice) & Goa pyramid jaggery to make pathayos, I made Rice Kheer instead by using turmeric leaves from my garden. Kheer… oh kheer…It is the food of the Gods. It is a must have in every Indian home to celebrate an auspicious occasion or whenever we feel thankful, happy,…