…in India & Europe. Making Rosettes is a great family tradition during festive occasions especially at Christmas… In Goa, they are known as ‘Roce Cookies’ due to the inclusion of fresh coconut milk in the batter. In Mangalore it is known as ’Kokkisan’& in Kerala they are known as ‘Acchappam’…Acchu means mould & appam is the batter. In Kerala as well as Mangalore, fresh coconut milk & rice flour or fresh rice paste is included. It i…
…Besides, you could include the other specials & relish throughout the festive season… Goan Specials like Beef Roast, Quick Chicken Roast, Clams in Green Coconut Masala (Teesreo), Goan Crab Masala, Goan Pomfret Rechado, Goan Pork Sausage Pulao, Chicken Xacuti, Goan Roast Beef Chilli Fry, Mince Potato Chops, Pan Fried Masala Fish (Mackerals), Pan Fried King Fish, Pomfret Caldinho, Prawn Rissoles, Shark Fish Ambot Tik, Squid Ambot Tik, Fish Vind…
…e is delicious & is loved by all. Milk Toffee is good to serve on your festive platter of Christmas goodies. Not to forget, they do make excellent gifts! Do try out this recipe & gift them to your friends & loved ones this Christmas or New Year… 😀 Wishing you all A Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year 2013. Ingredients : ½ cup Milk Powder 3 tsp. Cocoa Powder 4 tbsp. Unsalted Butter (@ room temp.) 2/3 cups Sugar 2/3 cups Water 3 tbsps…
…) especially in Maharashtra. Different types of ladoos are prepared at all festive & auspicious occasions in India. Besan is high in protein & very nutritious & healthy… To prepare besan ladoo is very simple & easy but requires utmost patience. Besan, which is chickpea flour is very delicate & needs tender loving care while dry roasting as it has a tendency to burn if you are not alert. You need to focus completely on gently ro…
…n for its murukku. It is made in many varieties as a traditional treat for festive & auspicious occasions. It is often served on special occasions within Iyer (Tamil Brahmin) families. There are several varieties of Murukku & has different names in various states in India. Murukku is an irresistible savory & you just cannot be satisfied with a few spirals. They are delicious & great munchies which are ideal to snack on while travel…
…ing Diwali. In Pune, there are various shops which specialize in authentic festive delicacies but many take pride in preparing it themselves at home even though it is quite elaborate & time consuming. So here is this wonderful recipe for you. Happy Diwali to all ! Enjoy J Ingredients : For the Dough : 11/2 cup Refined Flour (Maida) Salt to taste Water (enough for binding the dough) 500 gms. Ghee for frying & to use in the dough 1 tbsp Co…
…& melt in the mouth. We make these for Christmas & they look very festive when served & taste awesome! We enjoy them throughout Christmas week & New Year. I’m sure you will love making & enjoying this candy.. 😀 Ingredients : 50 gms. Unflavored Gelatine 500 gms. Sugar (granules or pwd.) 1 ½ cups Water 3 Sour Limes/Lemons 1 tsp. Raspberry Edible Color ½ tsp. Raspberry Essence Sugar for Rolling Vegetable Oil for Greasing Method :…
…post is the very popular Puran Poli & Katachi Amti which is a must at festive occasions but especially for Holi. I have very sweet memories of this gorgeous Puran Poli which is one of my favorites. My Maharashtrian friends & neighbours always made sure that I got my share of this lovely delicacy. Each home has their unique & special recipe. Some prepare the dough with only maida/refined flour while some make it with a mix of wheat flo…
…with fragrant spices & does not include potatoes. No celebration & festive occasion is complete without the Goan Pork Vindaloo. It is enjoyed with the most popular & loved accompaniment the Goan Sannas which is prepared with toddy! This Vindaloo is a favorite around the world. This speciality is served with pride in every Goan home at Christmas, New Year & Easter. I am happy to share this absolutely delicious Vindaloo recipe which…
…ar round. They bring a smile and spread cheer when served or gifted during festive occasions. They are so simple but elegant that a beginner can bake these cookies with ease. With Halloween just around the corner, I thought of baking these beautiful cookies and frosting them with the popular spider web design which is so pretty. The amazing spider web looks very difficult and complicated but is actually quite easy and fun. It may be a tad difficul…