29th May 2017 — Big Fat Tummy

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Crispy Bombil

29th May 2017 HomeCook 0

Bombay ducks just taste yummy when deboned and fried with a coating of rice flour. They need to be served hot right off the pan. They turn out crispy and […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Birista (Fried Onion Strands)

10th September 2016 0

Birista is used in biryanis and also in gravies. Makes: 1 ¼ Cups Prep. Time: 10 Mins. Cooking Time: 10 Mins. (active) Ingredients: Onions (sliced finely) – 5 big Oil […]

Veg. Recipes

Snake Gourd Chana Stir Fry

2nd February 2017 2

Snake Gourd or padwal / parwal is popular in south and southeast Asian cuisine. This vegetable is rich in vitamins and minerals. Chana dal is low on gluten and hence […]

Veg. Recipes

Mangada

20th May 2017 0

Mangada is a preserve made with the Goan Monserrat mangoes. It is the mangoes which lend the distinct taste to the jam. The jam may be applied on plain or […]

Chicken Recipes

Chicken Pan Roast

29th November 2019 2

If you don’t have an oven and still want a Chicken Roast then the Chicken Pan Roast is the dish for you. Just a few easy to find ingredients will […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Butterflied Prawns

10th September 2016 0

Butterflied Prawns can be made by slitting them along the back. We do this so that they cook evenly, the sauces that we infuse cover them well and the prawns […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Caramel for Cakes

9th December 2018 0

Caramel for Cakes is made to add to cake batter. It adds colour and flavor to cakes, especially plum, and dark coloured cakes. It is also used in the preparation […]

Cakes & Bakes

Ribbon Cake

28th November 2017 6

The Ribbon Cake is a popular cake which you will notice at all local bakeries in Goa. It is a popular serve at prayer meetings in Goa or as a […]

Beef Recipes

Goan Beef Pea Stew

21st November 2017 0

My boys are so fond of beef and they love pasta. So I have to keep coming up with ways to please their hungry tummies. The Goan Beef Pea Stew […]

Beverages

Milk Tea

31st March 2020 2

Tea is the second most consumed beverage in the world. Everyone has their own method of preparing the beverage. This is the way we prepare our Milk Tea. We thought […]

Seafood Recipes

Prawn Bilimbi Sukka

11th April 2019 0

The Prawn Bilimbi Sukka is a zero oil recipe. It is a steamed preparation made with the seasonal bilimbi / bimbla, fresh shelled prawns and grated coconut. The mild sourness […]

Veg. Recipes

Koiloreos

8th October 2017 2

Koiloreos (Koiloleos / Coiloreos) are an unleavened Goan bread made with rice and coconut. They have a mildly sweet and savoury taste and are served at breakfast or at tea […]

Veg. Recipes

Goan Moolo Bhaji

16th March 2017 2

Goan Moolo Bhaji is a dry preparation of the radish vegetable. The recipe uses just green chillies, mustard seeds and a sprinkling of grated coconut. Magically, the pungent flavour of […]

Chicken Recipes

Chicken Cutlet

13th November 2016 3

Crispy crumb fried cutlets, made from finely shredded chicken and mildly spiced, the chicken cutlet can be a great tiffin filler for your kids. You could also serve the chicken […]

Veg. Recipes

Besan Toast

3rd April 2020 0

Besan toast is a very easy to make snack. It is sliced bread coated with a batter of besan (gram flour) and a few other ingredients. You can serve it […]

Seafood Recipes

Ladyfinger & Dry Prawns

22nd February 2018 1

An easy to prepare dish using your stash of dry prawns and some fresh ladyfingers – this Ladyfinger & Dry Prawn dish is a good side in any season, and […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Date & Tamarind Chutney

20th May 2020 0

The Date & Tamarind Chutney is a sweet and tangy chutney used in the preparation of numerous Indian savoury snacks called Chaat. You need to have this chutney handy when […]

Seafood Recipes

Goan Prawn Okra Curry

10th September 2016 4

Bende Sungta Kodi or Goan Prawn Okra Curry is a classical preparation made in almost all Goan homes. Coconuts, prawns and bende being local produce, bountifully available. It pairs well with […]

Seafood Recipes

Goan Mackerel Salad

1st September 2017 0

The Goan mackerel salad is an easy to make salad commonly served at a family get-together or at lunch/dinner. You can use canned mackerels (in brine/oil/tomato) or you can use […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Homemade Mayonnaise with Egg

27th September 2016 5

This recipe was shared to me by Mrs. Irene Cabral, who is more than my neighbour. You’ll notice that she uses all the oil in one go (most recipes call […]

Pork Recipes

Pork Curry

21st May 2017 0

The pork curry is quick and easy to make and must be served with hot steaming rice. The recipe uses coconut and whole spices. Thus the curry turns out mild […]

Cakes & Bakes

Eggless Chocolate Muffins / Cupcakes

15th September 2017 0

The Eggless Chocolate Muffins / Cupcakes turn out delicious (to make cupcakes, follow the link in the last step). Made with cocoa and not just colour and essence they have […]

Seafood Recipes

Goan Prawn Chilly Fry

10th September 2016 0

Goa is fortunate to have bountiful seafood produce. Seafood is thus a staple food of all Goans. Prawns are loved by people of all ethnicity’s. Prawns feature on the menu […]

Sweets & Desserts

Steamed Mango Yogurt Pudding

22nd May 2019 2

Make the most of Mango Season with a Steamed Mango Yogurt Pudding. The recipe uses a few ingredients and even lessor effort. Just follow the steps to the dot and […]

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Day: 29 May 2017

Crispy Bombil