…s southern city of Kolhapur which pairs well with Tandalachi Bhakri. Their curries (Rassa) are bold & spicy, vibrant & robust, highly aromatic, rich & flavorful. It truly lives up to the rich culture & ancient history of this wonderful town. Kolhapur is proud of some wonderful spice mixes & the people of this town still do make their own spice mixes the age old way by roasting on a tawa & powdering their masalas using the m…
…Mangalorean cuisine and East Indian community of Bombay / Mumbai for fish curries and sea food. Speaking of curries, I think, Goan Fresh Bombil Ambot Tik is preferred to a regular curry with bombil. Some may differ but in my home we always made an Ambot Tik if we ever wanted to enjoy a curry with fresh Bombil. Sometimes, a simple non-spicy curry would be cooked for us; especially for kids and invalids. Personally, I always preferred the fried one…
…along with a cup of tea or coffee. This soft, pillowydosa helps to mop up curries with ease just like a sponge and is super delicious with curries. It is a great lunch box option with your favorite accompaniments as it retains its soft, fluffy texture. It is fantastic for dinner too; especially for working people as the batter stays fresh in the fridge and is a time saver. Sponge dosas are addictive and one can’t be satisfied with just a couple o…
…o the curry. Besides, clay pots & coconut oil is used for cooking. The curries in Goa are exceptional in taste & flavor… I think it has got to do with the soil & water in the coastal region! This curry is delicious & mouth watering. To prepare this wonderful curry, I used coconut oil & a clay pot but regular bhindi/bhende. We love this curry & I just couldn’t wait to share it with you… Like most Goan curries, this curry too…
…lab Jamun is one of the most well known, popular, favorite and traditional Indian sweets (mithai). There are various ways of making a good Gulab Jamun. The ingredients and the combination of ingredients may differ and every Indian who prepares it at home will take pride in preparing it in their own special and unique way. The Gulab Jamun recipe is also a well guarded secret and many may not want to share the premium recipe. Gulab Jamun are served…
…Chinese, Korean, Japanese and European cuisines. They are also popular in Indian cooking too. Mushrooms are easy & quick to cook and pairs well with meats and vegetables. Fresh Green Peas are nutritious and healthy. They are relatively low in calories. They are rich in health benefiting phyto-nutrients, minerals, B-complex, vitamins A, C & K, and anti-oxidants. Besides, they are also an excellent source of folic acid and phytosterols whic…
…As the name suggests, these wonderfully spiced prawns are stir fried with Indian spices in a kadhai or wok. In ancient times metal or clay pots, pans & woks were used for cooking. The whole process of cooking took place on raw coal, charcoal, clay or wood fired ovens & stoves. Now we want to get back to the old process of cooking utensils & ways of cooking & baking as we realize the quality of flavors are much better. Modern techn…
Uttappam is a traditional South Indian breakfast which can be enjoyed at lunch, dinner or whenever you feel like indulging in a snack. It is a delicious & very fulfilling meal. These healthy, thick, crispy pancakes can be prepared with a combination of various spices & vegetables of your choice. You can make large, small or mini uttappams & they will still be very tasty…I usually prepare a big batch of batter & then it is like a…
…& relish it without feeling guilty! Enjoy it with any of your favorite Indian breads or try it with Naan which I make at home without a tandoor! Click here for the Tawa Naan recipe. Butter Chicken with Naan is a superb combo! Enjoy… 😀 Ingredients : 500 gms. Boneless Chicken Breasts (cut into pieces) Ingredients for the Marinade : 200 gms. Curds/Yoghurt (must not be sour) 2 tsps. fresh Ginger-Garlic paste 2 tsps. Garam Masala pwd. 1 tsp. Red Ch…
Curd Rice is one of the most favored South Indian rice dish. You can enjoy it as a one bowl complete meal or as a part of South Indian thali lunch or dinner. It is a great comfort food and very cooling during the hot summer months. Curd Rice is also known as Dahi Bhaath, Yoghurt Rice, Thayir Saadam, Daddojanam, Mosaranna. Curd Rice is light, healthy, soothes and aids easy digestion. Even though one may feel that adding cream and butter makes it…