11th June 2017 — Big Fat Tummy

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Tia Terezinha’s Xacuti Powder

11th June 2017 HomeCook 9

I know of two people whose xacuti masala turned out just right. One was my dad and the other Aunt Aida (Terezinha) . Both of them handpicked the spices without […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Cleaning and Deboning Bombay Ducks

10th September 2021 0

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Veg. Recipes

Saffron Infused Rice

18th September 2016 0

Have you had the Riso rice available at KFC India? Do you like it’s taste or even if you don’t, you could try my version that is quite flavoursome. Although you […]

Chicken Recipes

Chicken Penne Pasta

2nd March 2017 0

People of all ages love pasta and this cheesy creamy delicious chicken penne pasta will be “attacked” as soon as placed on the dinner table. Try it out soon and […]

Egg Recipes

Shakshuka

28th June 2020 0

Shakshuka is a popular dish in the Middle East. It is basically poached eggs on a bed of vegetables. (There are other variations of the dish too) The ample use […]

Cakes & Bakes

Carrot Pineapple Cake

15th September 2020 0

The Carrot Pineapple Cake is an easy to make cake and requires only hand mixing. We also do not require any Baking Powder or butter for this cake. Just some […]

Seafood Recipes

Fried Crabs

15th September 2017 0

If you have had deep fried prawns with the shell on, you will relate to me when I say that the fried crabs taste simply yummy. Simple to make and […]

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 […]

Cakes & Bakes

Mini Cheesecakes

22nd March 2020 0

We love making these Mini Cheesecakes as our party desserts. We prefer making them this way rather than in a cake mould as they look cute and are not messy […]

Chicken Recipes

Murgh Nimbu Kalimirch

30th March 2020 4

The Murgh Nimbu Kalimirch (Chicken Lemon Pepper) is a chicken pan roast which is very easy to make. A few ingredients and a very tasty dish is what you will […]

Chicken Recipes

Goan Red Chicken Curry

23rd March 2017 0

The Goan red chicken curry does not use any coconut. It makes use of whole spices, chillies and a tamarind-vinegar combination . The curry turns out mildly spicy and tangy. […]

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 […]

Veg. Recipes

Aloo Jeera

17th March 2017 2

Perhaps the simplest of Indian vegetable dishes and also the easiest to cook, the aloo jeera is economic, nutrition packed and easy to digest. Even children, who are otherwise fussy […]

Egg Recipes

Egg Tawa Fry

23rd March 2017 0

This egg tawa fry recipe makes boiled eggs yummier. You can serve the egg tawa fry as a side dish with rice, or serve it with chapatis or you can […]

Sweets & Desserts

Tizann – Goan Finger Millet Porridge

7th April 2019 3

Tizann – Goan Finger Millet Porridge is prepared with the milk of coconut and ragi (nacchni / finger millet). Food prepared with the finger millet is considered a super food […]

Veg. Recipes

Herbed Potatoes

14th October 2016 0

The Herbed Potatoes are perfect as a snack or to serve with drinks. You can boil potatoes and keep them in the fridge and use them to make this quick […]

Chicken Recipes

Chicken Lollipops

21st September 2016 0

Chicken Lollipops are an all-time favourite of people of all ages. Follow this recipe step by step and you will have crisp and juicy chicken lollypops, better than those available at […]

Beef Recipes

Goan Green Beef Curry

11th November 2016 4

The goan green beef curry is mildly spicy. Even so, the boys in our house just love it. The corriander and the aromatics make a delicious dish that can be […]

Beef Recipes

Corned Beef Potato Chops

7th October 2019 2

Corned Beef Potato Chops are a version of potato chops that I have been eating as a child. My aunt Gracie used to make them often. I never knew any […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Coconut Sugarcane Jaggery Filling

7th February 2018 0

Coconut Sugarcane Jaggery Filling is called chunn in Goa and can be used to stuff a variety of Goan sweets like patoleos, holles, sweet sannas, etc. and also pancakes. It […]

Beef Recipes

Beef and Vegetable Curry.

10th September 2016 4

When I’m half done cooking this dish, my two little kids come trotting into the kitchen sniffing and drooling like puppies. They won’t leave me alone until their tummies are […]

Veg. Recipes

Restaurant Style Mushroom Vegetable Stir Fry

17th August 2021 0

The Restaurant Style Mushroom Vegetable Stir Fry is a quick recipe using some exotic vegetables. It tastes exactly the way it would at a premium restaurant. It can be served […]

Cakes & Bakes

Eggless Red Velvette Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

15th September 2020 0

The Eggless Red Velvette Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting are ever popular these days. They are liked by people of all ages including kids. These are also sold at a […]

Sweets & Desserts

Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge

27th December 2017 4

Another easy to make sweet for Christmas (or any other time to quench your sweet cravings), the Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge is made with just two ingredients, milk chocolate and […]

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Tia Terezinha’s Xacuti Powder