Chicken Handi originates from the Indian subcontinent, particularly from the rich culinary traditions of Northern India and Pakistan. The dish is named after the handi, a traditional clay or earthen pot used for slow cooking. This type of vessel has been used for centuries in Indian and Pakistani kitchens to enhance the flavors of various …
Family Meals
Beef Cutlets or Cutlice (thanks Mama!)
I was inspired to make my grandmother’s ‘cutlice’. She was an uneducated woman that had to work hard to provide for her kids. Her English was not good and we teased her when she used to say ‘cutlice’ instead of ‘cutlets’! One time in school, someone who knew of my family and their past said …
Mutton Yakhni Pulao
Yakhni Pulao is a fragrant rice dish made with Mutton or Chicken. A special stock is prepared first and then the rice is cooked in that special stock. What makes my recipe special is that I cook it all in one pot and I reuse the aromatics so there is no wastage. Make this once, …
Crab Ambotik – Sour & Spicy Goan Curry
Red Chillies and Spices and the base for this fiery red sour and spicy curry. Everything is blended together with Water & Vinegar and then added to a pot over sautéed Onion, Pureed Tomatoes and Tamarind are added together with some Salt & Kokum petals.Shrimp is added in and cooked in the velvety gravy. Crab …
Shrimp Hakka Chinese Stirfry Dhokla
In this recipe twist, a delicious Shrimp Hakka stirfry is added to a traditional Dhokla batter. It’s smeared with Chilli paste and garnished with Spring Onion & Coriander leaves and Sesame seeds.
Rooh Afza Gulab Jamuns
Rooh Afza is a popular concentrated squash or syrup made from a blend of fruits, herbs, and vegetables. It is a traditional drink in South Asia, particularly in countries like Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. Rooh Afza is known for its sweet, floral, and refreshing taste, often mixed with water or milk to make a …
Sabudhana Waffles
Potato and Sago pearls or Sabudhana are mixed with Ginger & Garlic paste, Spices, Curry leaves, Onion & Coriander.
Dahi Bhalle or Vadas – Lentil dumplings in Yogurt
A special batter made with Urad & Mung dhals are soaked and ground and then mixed together & rested. A special soaking liquid is prepared by smoking Chillies, and Cumin & Curry leaves & Ginger are added, Chilli powder is added together with Water, Sugar & Salt and this is kept aside.The dhals are then …
Jhinga Makhani – Shrimp cooked in a buttery curried gravy
Jhinga Makhani is a very popular Indian curry where Jhinga or Shrimp is cooked in a well balanced buttery gravy. I learned how to make this gravy from the very talented Sanjay Thumma of vahrehvah.com. This base gravy is so delicious that you can use this to also make fish, crab or even chicken. Onions, …
Mutton Xacuti
Mutton Xacuti (Shacuti) is a flavorful and aromatic dish from the coastal state of Goa in India. It is made with tender pieces of mutton (goat meat) cooked in a rich and spicy sauce made with coconut, roasted spices, and dried red chilies. The dish is known for its complex flavors and is typically served …