Rasam is an integral part of South Indian cuisine. A South Indian meal is incomplete without rasam and it occupies an important place in a thali meal. Rasam is a thin soup which can be enjoyed plain or combined with rice, dal, sambhar and curds (dahi). It is deliciously tangy with an element of spiciness and sweetness. You can customize it according to one’s palate. It is comforting and helps combat bouts of cold. If you are recuperating from fe…
…as Jeera Rice. Enjoy this flavorful, creamy Murg Nawabi with your favorite Indian bread or rice preparation. 🙂 Ingredients: ½ kg boneless Chicken 2 med. Onions (peel, chop & grind to a smooth paste) 3 tbsp Cashew nut paste 1 tbsp. fresh Ginger paste 2 tbsp. fresh Garlic paste 2 tbsp. fresh Tomato paste ¼ cup whisked fresh Curds/Yoghurt or to taste 4 tbsp. Milk or as needed 2 pinches Saffron (lightly pan roasted, crushed & dissolved in milk…
…tatoes. It tastes equally good with plain steamed rice, Goan bread or with Indian bread. We usually have it with rice, pao, broon, gutli pav, ladi pav or bread slices. Before I forget, I must tell you that this chicken curry improves in flavor and tastes better the next day! Today’s post is a deliciously aromatic and mildly spiced Simple Goan Red Chicken Curry. Enjoy the goodness of this simple, quick and easy curry with ingredients which are alwa…
…ick solidified mass. Mawa is an essential ingredient in making most of the Indian sweets & desserts. The addition of mawa in a cake transforms it into a unique baked goodie. To experience the feeling of heaven, you need to take just one bite of the Mawa Cake. It is uniquely flavorful with sweet cardamom & saffron. It is simple, plain, dense, scrumptious, buttery & milky. The luscious Mawa tingles your taste buds with gentle softness. Y…
…d at dhabas (roadside eateries) and small restaurants specialized in North Indian, Mughlai and Pakistani cuisine. Mincemeat or ground meat and green peas are made for each other and make a great combination with aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, mace and nutmeg. The kinds of aromatic spices used may differ in combination and quantity depending on personal taste or cuisine. The Goan preparation has a few aromatic spices and vinegar i…
…we enjoy it with steamed rice but relish it most with pav and the popular Indian Broon bread. I must tell you that it tastes awesome soaked in Broon. Those who have eaten Broon soaked in curry will recollect those precious moments of bliss! To make this wholesome curry, all the ingredients are always available in your pantry and fridge so you may not need to scurry for them. So what are we waiting for? If you like/love beef then let us proceed to…
…ays transports you in a cool zone when the summer is not kind to many. The Indian summer is at its peak and it is not kind to me. I just do not enjoy Indian summer but I can surely enjoy cool treats which help me to cope up. Who can resist a good ice cream especially when its fresh and homemade? Combat heat with this delicious dreamy, creamy homemade goodness of pure milk, cream and the soothing aroma of super Vanilla in an ice cream and enjoy! 🙂…
…love for Kashmiri chillies, Fish & Seafood. He expressed his love for Indian cuisine & his hometown Calcutta. A chef with a radiant smile and a sparkle in his eyes. He expressed his quest to create new & modern dishes with Indian spices and to bring freshness to his art as he considers himself an artist. He did not hesitate to take a picture with me & I was deeply touched by his humility. Well, I had a great time and intend to use…
…dallions were poached with some veggies & lightly spiced with a mix of Indian spices. The highlight was the saffron sauce which was creamy & smooth with a hint of saffron & dill. Dill is a herb with a very strong flavor & should be used in moderation. It has great culinary uses, medicinal & health value, is rich in vitamins & minerals. In India, especially in Maharashtra it is cooked as a vegetable/subzi & eaten with In…
…i rice but jeera rice is also a nice option. It can be relished with fresh Indian flat breads too. Here is my version of Rajma Masala which we like very much. Do give this recipe a try. 😀 Ingredients : 1 cup Rajma (Red Kidney Beans) 2 med. Onions (peeled & finely chopped) or pureed/paste 2 fresh ripe Tomatoes (pureed) 2 tbsps. Tomato Sauce or Ketchup (optional) 1 tsp. fresh Garlic paste ½ tsp. fresh Ginger paste 1 tbsp. Coriander pwd. ½ tsp. C…