…his Fish Vindaloo is for all who love fish & their curries hot & spicy. You will definitely find this gravy delicious & vibrant. You may adjust chillies or retain the seeds according to your tolerance of spice. In Goa, toddy vinegar or a dash of feni is added to give the vindaloo a Goan touch. It is usually enjoyed with sannas, boiled rice or bread. We like it less spicy & a little extra sour with a dash of sweetness.. Enjoy th…
…nd chutney/meethi imli chutney. Use to prepare various chaats or as a dip. Spicy Green Chutney (Hari Pudina Dhania Chutney) : The fresh herbs used brings in a lot of freshness to the chaat. Ayurveda emphasizes the medicinal value of mint & coriander in daily healthy cooking. This chutney is zesty & adds punch in your chaat. Ingredients : 2 bunches fresh Coriander 1 small bunch fresh Mint 25 gms. fresh Ginger ½ tsp. Cumin Seeds 5-10 fresh…
The authentic Pork Vindaloo is not very fiery. In fact it is mildly spicy & tangy. It is the Kashmiri Chillies which gives the Vindaloo a lovely rich red color. The name ‘Vindaloo’ is derived from the Portuguese dish “Carne de Vinha d’ Alhos” which is a dish of meat, usually pork with wine & garlic. The Portuguese dish was modified by the substitution of vinegar (usually Palm Vinegar) for the red wine & the addition of red Kashmiri C…
…ch 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 mortar & pestle which is cal…
…and freeze. To Freeze Pesto: Pour the pesto sauce in ice trays, top with olive oil, cover with cling film and freeze. Once frozen, remove the cubes, store in a zip loc bag, label with date and the weight of each cube of pesto and re-freeze. Thaw the required cubes of pesto when ready to use….
…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 is one of the best culinary creations prepared with great skill by the chaatwallas around the street corners or gallis of ever…
…ry is that you can fix it instantly & in a jiffy. You can make it very spicy with lots of green chillies or reduce the heat by discarding the pith & seeds. You may add fried potatoes or boiled potatoes in the chilli fry or serve with mashed potatoes, baked Hasselback Potatoes or French fries on the side. You can make it more flavorful by adding spice powders & lots of fresh coriander.You may even used crushed or broken dry red chillies…
…y’s post is the ever popular kabab which has aromatic spices. It is mildly spicy but very flavorful, juicy & creamy. The combination of cream & curds with the queen of spices viz. cardamom & the sweet soothing spices nutmeg & mace make it a deliciously tasty chicken kabab. This kabab is juicy, velvety smooth & melts in the mouth! 😀 Ingredients : 500 gms. Chicken Mince 1 tbsp. fresh (thick) Garlic paste ½ tbsp. fresh (thick) Gin…
…erson who invented Goan Pork Sausages was a genius!! These flavorful & spicy sausages are a real blessing as they can be preserved well & used whenever you feel like. You can comfortably store them in your larder & use at short notice. They are so handy in the heavy monsoon season… you can fix a meal effortlessly within minutes & it will look like an elaborate one pot meal on your dining table! You can use it to prepare so many del…
…otes. Dhansak is very tasty, healthy & full of nutrition. It is mildly spicy, pleasantly sweet & aromatic. Dhansak is perfect to serve at a party & it is one of our favorites. I have enjoyed this dish at many Parsi homes, Parsi occasions & at restaurants. In fact, I love all Parsi food… each one of them I have relished & savored every morsel. Parsis have great taste in good food & culture! It combines Persian & Gujarati…