Could we consider the Oat Jaggery Honey Almond Cake as a healthy cake. I’m not sure but it would certainly be healthier than the cakes made with sugar. The cake […]

Cakes & Bakes

Goan Pao (Indian Bread)

29th March 2020 12

Goan Pao / Pav Indian Bread is an easy to make bread and uses a few ingredients. Although, the recipe looks lengthy and daunting, it is quite easy to make. […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Homemade Sur / Coconut Toddy

12th November 2017 12

Whenever we visit Goa, we always bring home some stock of coconuts (besides other stuff 🙂 from there. Once we are back home we break open the coconuts and save […]

Seafood Recipes

Raw Mango Pomfret Curry

19th May 2019 0

I just cannot resist using raw mangoes in summer. I use raw mangoes in a variety of recipes. The trick however, is to adjust the masalas and amount of raw […]

Sweets & Desserts

Goan Ponsache Filos

12th April 2017 0

The Goan Ponsache Filoz is a pancake made with wheat flour and ripe jackfruit kernels. It is a yummy evening snack that jackfruit lovers will enjoy. It does not need […]

Veg. Recipes

Bhende Amsol

10th November 2016 3

A tangy, watery curry with basic ingredients, this bhende amsol will have you licking your fingers after the meal. This recipe is courtesy my friend and fellow balcaokar, Abhilasha Pereira […]

Seafood Recipes

Bombay Duck Green Curry

7th July 2017 0

Come the rains and fresh fish is sparse as fishermen do not venture into the deep sea. However, around this time Bombay Ducks become available in plenty in the market. […]

Veg. Recipes

Goan Lady Finger Stir Fry

22nd September 2016 0

A dry preparation of lady finger, known as Bende Sukkem, this variation uses a sprinkling of freshly grated coconut and is very popular in Goa. The Kokam gives it a […]

Veg. Recipes

Flat Bean Foogath

25th February 2018 2

The Flat Bean Foogath like all Goan ‘Foogaths’ is plain and simple. Most vegetable preparations in Goa are fairly simple, probably to serve as a side with the spicy curries […]

Sweets & Desserts

Fruit Custard

29th November 2016 0

A lovely dessert for all occasions, the fruit custard is loved by all. Bowls filled with custard will disappear even before your other party food does. Follow this recipe for […]

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. […]

Chicken Recipes

Quick Chicken Roast

30th April 2020 0

You have to believe me when I say that this one is a quickie – in the food sense of the word. A Quick Chicken Roast with absolutely no grinding […]

Chicken Recipes

Pepper Chicken Curry

10th September 2016 9

If you like a zing in your food, than the pepper chicken curry is for you. Besides the protein from the chicken, you will also have the added health benefits […]

Sweets & Desserts

Doodhi Sabudana Kheer

27th March 2017 1

The doodhi sabudana kheer makes an excellent dessert. It can be served hot or cold. You’ll wish to gormandize all of it! Totally left to your discretion, although we think […]

Beef Recipes

Coconut Beef Curry

3rd May 2020 0

If you find the flavours of a xacuti too bold, then you will like the Coconut Beef Curry (click here for a beef xacuti). Even otherwise this curry is very […]

Veg. Recipes

Dal Chapati

17th April 2020 0

The Dal Chapatis are made with wheat flour and left-over cooked dal. I mostly cook this masoor dal (click here) and unintentionally there is always some of the dal that […]

Veg. Recipes

Dal à la Ina (Masoor Dal Recipe)

10th September 2016 0

I have the pleasure of being part of the Madhouse Balcao – a ‘Whatsapp’ group of former class mates now placed all over the world. And I had shared this […]

Beef Recipes

Pepper Beef

15th August 2017 11

Follow simple steps and make a relishing pepper beef. The pepper beef can be served with hot rice or chapatis or pao. The beef will surely be wiped out when […]

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 […]

Seafood Recipes

Goan Crab Curry

9th July 2017 0

The Goan crab curry is very simple and quick to make. The coconut gravy of the curry and the flavours of the crabs intermingle to give you a delightful and […]

Cakes & Bakes

Warm Banana Pudding

18th September 2016 1

The goodness of bananas combined with cake and toffee. Tastes best when served warm. You can serve the warm banana pudding as soon as it’s made. Doesn’t need any standing […]

Seafood Recipes

Stuffed Crabs

23rd April 2018 3

Stuffed Crabs are a fun way of serving crabs. They are especially good to serve to kids or persons not skilled at eating the whole crabs. My version of Stuffed […]

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 […]

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