…the stems. Wash & drain thoroughly. Dab with a kitchen towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture. Grind all the above mentioned ingredients to a medium coarse paste. Do not add water to grind. Taste to check and adjust seasoning. Use the prepared pesto sauce in pasta, as a sandwich spread or dip. Tips & Suggestions : Traditionally pine nuts are used to prepare pesto but you may use nuts, herbs and cheese of your choice…
…so succulent and delicious. It pairs well with potatoes and a fresh green salad. It tastes good with a serving of pulao and with bread too. When in Goa, enjoy it with Goan pao or poee and of course with Feni. Left over cafreal is excellent in sandwiches. Enjoy as an appetizer with Feni, or your favorite alcohol. Serve at parties with cocktails or simply enjoy it as a main. It is served at Christmas, New Year, Easter and all festive and celebrator…
…love carrots in savouries but prefer them in sweets and cakes. If you like salad and savouries then you could try my popular carrot recipes; Carrot & Apple Muffins,Fresh Carrot & Grape Salad, Gajar ka Halwa. Today’s recipe is Carrot Cupcakes which can be baked as a holiday treat. They are light, moist, fruity and with some crunchy nuts. A good way of including carrots in your diet; especially for kids who do not like to eat carrots. These…
…succulently moist and delicious. It tasted wonderful with a simple crunchy salad and a light mushroom sauce. I must say it would really be lovely for a celebratory party or any festive occasion. You can even consider it for a light dinner. This recipe is really quick and works comfortably well on a grill pan which I love to use. It can be enjoyed as a starter or even as a part of your main course. All the ingredients used are easily available so y…
…sed ginger in the roast. When I fix sandwiches, stir fries or a beef roast salad, I add the soft Kashmiri chillies & the ginger which really makes it delectable. Beef roast like most meat roasts, are very handy to fix quick meals, make stir fries or wonderful at a pot luck. You can enjoy it sliced with French fries, baked potatoes, Hasselback potatoes, potato mash or wedges. It is a must have at Goan festive occasions & celebration parties…
…ore serving. Serve hot with your favourite accompaniment of raita or green salad. Variations : You can use boneless fillets if desired. You can pan fry the fish before adding to the masala. You can pan fry the fish with the bone & then debone & use smaller pieces if you like. Tips : It is not essential to use food colors. If using, use colors sparingly. Fish with bones adds to the taste of the biryani. Cooled rice in the fridge or leftover…
…as the spices get totally infused in the Dhansak. Serve hot Chicken Dhansak with Parsi Caramalized Brown Rice & salad….
…coriander. Serve with steamed rice, pulao, jeera rice or with your favorite Indian bread, accompanied with raita or salad….
…tter garnished with fries or baked potato wedges, quartered lime/lemon and salad. Tips & Variations : A pinch or two of sugar helps to balance the flavors, cut the acidity & gives a sheen to the fried fish. Use oil sparingly to avoid the fish from turning soggy. Remember the fish will release its own moisture and so will the stuffing. Instead of tamarind you may use lime/lemon or vinegar. You may add more chillies if you like it spicy but…
…reshly chopped coriander leaves. Serve hot on a bed of plain steamed rice, jeera rice or with your favorite Indian bread, accompanied with green salad, pickles and with a glass of chaas (buttermilk) or lassi….