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Many a times we do not know what to do with the sambhar masala (idli sambhar masala) we have in our kitchen except make sambhar. You can use this sambhar masala […]

Veg. Recipes

Mushroom Cheese Toast

19th August 2021 0

Have you ever dreamt of making those delicious cafeteria bites at home? The Mushroom Cheese Toast is one such snack you can make easily. It is cheesy and easy 🙂 […]

Beverages

Piyush

28th March 2017 3

Piyush is a refreshing sweet drink, kind of like a thick shake made with hung curd and buttermilk. It is very good for the tummy (the probiotics). Enriched with pistachios […]

Chicken Recipes

Hyderabadi Chilli Chicken

1st May 2021 0

If you like a spicy entrée / starter / appetizer, then the Hyderabadi Chilli Chicken is a must try for you. It’s delicious, easy to make and can also be […]

Seafood Recipes

Prawns on a Stick – Goan Style

16th May 2021 0

Prawns on a Stick – Goan Style – aka “Goan Prawn Satay” is a simple but fancy prep fully worthy of lining you party buffet table. Looks pretty and tastes […]

Chicken Recipes

Methi Chicken

10th September 2016 7

The fragrance that emanates while this dish it being cooked will make you drool. The healthy benefits of fenugreek, the protein from the chicken and the subtle use of spices […]

Chicken Recipes

Rosemary Chicken Roast

28th May 2017 6

The Rosemary Roast Chicken uses just a few ingredients, but what you end up with is a lip-smacking, juicy and succulent chicken. Accompanied by a sauce made out of its […]

Cakes & Bakes

Steamed Fruit Cake

11th December 2019 2

You love a rich fruit cake. You’d like to bake one. But you don’t have an oven. Or your oven’s gone bust. Don’t despair – Steam the cake! With the […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Goan Green Coconut Chutney

6th November 2016 3

The Goan Green Coconut Chutney is primarily used to further coat buttered bread and make delicious green chutney sandwiches. The uses though are not limited and depends on your imagination. […]

Seafood Recipes

Bangda Steaks

25th February 2018 2

The Bangda Steaks (mackerel steaks) were a preparation made by my daddy. It was specially prepared for the VIP’s in my house (my uncles). They were called VIP’s because they […]

Sweets & Desserts

Goan Methi Paez is a fenugreek gruel which Goans/Mangaloreans in India consider very good for mothers postpartum. Studies associate it to help increase breast milk production and also regain their […]

Cakes & Bakes

Traditional Christmas Cake

27th October 2018 9

The Traditional Christmas Cake is a heady fruit cake. You need to decide that you are making it well in advance (or not – see notes at the end). This […]

Seafood Recipes

Prawn Kohlrabi

14th January 2018 0

Kohlrabi is a vegetable known in India as Ganth Gobi, Naab in Goa and as German Turnip or Knol Khol in some other parts of the world. The vegetable is […]

Seafood Recipes

Prawn Ladyfinger Caldinho

15th September 2017 3

Prawn Ladyfinger Caldinho is a staple Goan curry prepared in most Goan households especially when the local variety of ladyfingers are available. The Goan Caldinho is a mildy spiced coconut […]

Cakes & Bakes

Pista Elaichi Nankhatai

13th May 2021 0

Easy to make Pista Elaichi Nankhatai (an Indian shortbread cookie flavoured with cardamom and topped with pistachios). The recipe uses few ingredients and pure ghee and is quick and effortless […]

Veg. Recipes

Cabbage Channa Dal Bhaji

23rd November 2016 0

A quick to make cabbage recipe, the cabbage channa dal bhaji should be served hot with hot chappatis or as a side dish with rice. The channa dal adds a […]

Veg. Recipes

Savoury Kulkuls

17th December 2017 4

Kulkuls are a fried pastry preparation made for Christmas. They are usually sweet. But this recipe for Savoury Kulkuls uses just ½ tbsp. of sugar. I’ve used caraway seeds to […]

Seafood Recipes

Pepper Rawa Fried Prawns

23rd November 2016 0

The Pepper Rawa Fried Prawns get their flavour from the pepper and prawns and the crunch from the deep fried coating of semolina. These are an all-time favourite of people of […]

Seafood Recipes

Dry Mackerel Para

20th May 2017 0

Dry Mackerel Para is a pickle made using sun-dried mackerels. Goans make this pickle and store it for the rainy season as fish is not easily available in those months. […]

Seafood Recipes

Kingfish Lemon Pepper Fried

18th October 2016 0

You need some fresh steaks of Kingfish to prepare the Kingfish Lemon Pepper Fried. The combination of lemon and pepper is just yummy and since the fish is shallow fried […]

Cakes & Bakes

Banana Bread Loaf

28th June 2020 0

The Banana Bread Loaf is a simple to make loaf and is great as a snack at tea-time. It tastes good enough by itself – but you could to choose […]

Veg. Recipes

Methi Potato Bhaji

8th December 2016 0

This preparation is for people who do not like the taste of methi. The potatoes take away the bitter taste of methi and help balance the taste of the methi. […]

Seafood Recipes

Goan Prawn Curry

3rd March 2018 5

This classic Goan Prawn Curry needs no introduction. Served wherever you go in Goa, the curry is creamy and goes well only with rice. You can serve a vegetable or […]

Seafood Recipes

Red Pumpkin Prawn Verdur

28th September 2017 0

This is a short-cut, no-grind method to prepare the Red Pumpkin Prawn Verdur. Ideal to make when you are short of time and do not want to scrape or grind […]

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Day: 10 March 2017

Aloo Matar ki Sabji