…h is Eeril in Konkannim and popularly known as Whole Chowli Green Beans in India. The Goan Foogath may sound boring and monotonous but it is a welcome relief to our classic and traditional curries. Cooking in coconut oil and addition of freshly grated coconut imparts the natural flavor of nature’s pure gift. Coconut has cooling properties and it provides the much needed goodness to mankind. The tropical climate in the coastal regions with soaring…
…ll pepper is easily available in the local markets and in super markets in India. Red and orange bell peppers are the sweetest. They are rich in Vitamin C, antioxidants and carotene. The red bell peppers have more nutrients and vitamins, carotene and lycopene. We consume a lot of bell peppers in our diet. I use them in my bakes, in stir fries, grills or simply stuff them. I also use them in my pulao, and in salads too. With the onset of summer, wh…
Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated in Maharashtra, Goa and in some parts of India. In Goa, Ganesh festival is celebrated in a grand way. Schools and colleges have about 10 to 12 days of holidays; beginning from the day the idol of Lord Ganesh is installed and until the final farewell (visarjan) which is after nine days of celebration. Throughout the nine day extravaganza, worship (Pooja) and celebratory pomp and splendour many sweets and savouries a…
…od for playing with colors. The tradition of Thandai is prevalent in North India. Banaras/Varanasi, is the hub for Thandai & is their speciality. Banarasis have a passion for milk based drinks & sweets. During Holi, special thandai is prepared which is laced with intoxicating bhang which sets the mood for Holi & makes one dance, sing & basically go wild! Thandai is a coolant which is prepared with purified water, cashewnuts, almond…
…y family loves kulfi all the year round. The beauty of this wonderful cool Indian dessert is that it is simple & requires very few ingredients. It can be made well in advance & served at a short notice. It is a pure wholesome & healthy dessert. It is an awesome treat visually as well as in flavor! Kulfi is traditionally sold on the streets in India, in small terracotta/earthenware pots/moulds (matka) & is known as matka kulfi. The…
…er. Even though preparing Easter Eggs is very time consuming especially in India as it is summer here, I still had fun making them & we will be enjoying them on Easter Sunday! I hope you enjoy this post & will also make them… I’m sure all your loved ones will be happy & enjoy it too! 😀 Ingredients for Marzipan: 200 gms. Cashewnuts/Almonds 200 gms. Icing Sugar/Confectioner’s Sugar 2 Egg Whites (lightly beaten) Flavoring of your choice P…
…paration of Tendli. It is a great side dish with chapattis, phulkas or any Indian bread. It can be enjoyed with rice & curry too. Do try this light & healthy Goan Tendli Bhaji & I’m sure you will relish it … 😀 Ingredients : 250 gms. Tendli (Ivy Gourd) 2 med. Onions (peeled & finely sliced) 1 Red Tomato (finely cubed) (optional) ¼ tsp. Mustard Seeds ¼ tsp. Cumin Seeds ½ tsp. Red Chilli Powder 1 tsp. Turmeric Powder 1 tsp. Coriander…
Dahi Ragda Puri is a popular variety of Indian street food which is known as “Chaat.” It is assembled using the puffed puri, usually used for Pani Puris. It has a perfect combination of sweet, sour, spicy & cooling flavors. The highlight of this lovely snack is the ragda (curried peas) & soothing coolant – Curds/Yoghurt!! It is not only a hearty appetizer but a very fulfilling snack as well. It can even be enjoyed as a light meal. Chaat…
…up, there are many variations to the Puran Poli across different states of India… Puran Poli is one of the original Maharashtrian desserts/sweet dish which is not served at the end of the meal but as a part of the main meal. In Maharashtra Holi is known as Rangapanchami (festival of colors) & is celebrated with Puran Poli & Katachi Amti (spicy curry). The preparation of a perfect Puran Poli is considered a highly skilled task… an art!! Thi…
…yummy. Unfortunately, puff pastry is not available in the supermarkets in India. You will be really lucky if any bakery is willing to sell puff pastry.. which is rare. But with a little effort you can make your very own special & unique puff pastry & feel joyous about your achievement. The recipe for the puff pastry posted today is very simple, easy & above all can be prepared with very little fat. The fried vegetable puffs are not…