This recipe tries to replicate the Longuinho’s, Colva, Goa. This simple minute steak is marinated very simply and then fried. It’s served with a steak sauce, french fries and vegetables. I remember my vacations in Goa, staying in the resort and often ordering this simple meal at night. I don’t have access to the original …
This is finally checked off my bucket list! I’ve been wanting to make my own beloved Goa sausages for a while, but the whole process felt intimidating. We also don’t eat Pork which is the traditional protein, but I was determined to try it with Beef. When I made the Sorpotel, I substituted Pork for …
A simple stuffing starts with Onion and Garlic, Sausage and Bacon, Mushrooms, Peas, Carrots, Parsley & fried Bread. This is stuffed into the bird smeared with a mixture of Ginger & Garlic paste, Spices, Salt, Pepper & Vinegar. I absolutely love my air fryer but had to give it to my son as it was …
Christmastime calls for fruitcake! My original recipe is boozy and loaded with fruit and buts. Typically a dense cake, this cake does not rise much and is heavy. In this version of my recipe, I’ve lightened up the batter to give it enough rise to fill the cavities of my cake pop pan, if you …
A delicious spiced Potato bhaji or filling is stuffed into dough circles and baked till the buns are cooked and golden brown. This recipe reminds me of my childhood. We used to get these vegetarian buns when I attended boarding school in Panchgani. If you saw my recipe for Chicken Vindaloo Buns the dough is …
These light buns are made with a leavened dough. One the dough is doubled in size it’s divided and stuffed with a delicious ground Chicken Vindaloo filling. Vindaloo or Vindalho traditionally made with Pork is a favorite all over the world. A spicy blend of chillies, garlic, ginger, spices and vinegar makes up this popular …
Pickle or Achar as it’s called in Hindi is different from how we think about pickles in North America. And like many recipes there are literally a hundred different ways to make them. There are so many vegetables that get pickled but the most common are Carrot, Eggplant, Gherkins, Mango and of course Limes & …
A delicious shrimp filling is cooked and then filled into puff pastry cases and baked till golden brown. These little beauties are packed with flavor and perfect to serve with drinks at parties and celebrations. Also perfect with a nice cup of hot tea! Patties are very popular in Goa and cities like Mumbai. Sold …
Dough circles are pressed into canapé molds, stacked and tied together, then deep-fried and allowed to rest before spooning in delicious fillings before serving! This has been on my bucket list for a long time – I made the baked Forminha cases years ago but always wanted to make a video about the fried version …
Beef is marinated, onions and chillies are sautéed, the beef is then seared and cooked in the instant pot, and while it’s sliced, potatoes are added to the gravy. My loving aunt Celie Coutinho made the best Pot Roast. Although this is called Roast Beef in India, it’s prepared in a pressure cooker and it …
