Easy recipes from around the world
Easy recipes from around the world
Many years ago we visited Delhi with the boys and my husband’s cousin Shahdhab who is an excellent host, insisted that we visit the ITC Sheraton to try the famous Dal Bukhara at the Bukhara restaurant. We also got the famous tour where they very proudly show their patrons how they cook their dhal, freshly …
Biriyani is no longer a subcontinent secret. Everyone knows what it is and had tried it at some point. It is rumoured to have been brought down from Persia and is derived from the word ‘biriyan’ or to fry. The Mughals were the first to make their version and it spread like wildfire all over …
We love our Rechad Masala. This blend of Kashmiri Chillies, ginger, garlic, whole spices and vinegar is every Goenkar’s pride. It’s a perfect marinade for fish and shrimp, but in this recipe, I’m going to flavour my shrimp cakes. This recipe is very similar to the Shrimp Cutlets or Dangar recipe I posted earlier, the …
There are a million gazillion ways to make a Pulao. This is probably one of the simplest ways to make it. I learned how to make this from my beloved Mom, God rest her dear soul. Her Pulao was always made with perfectly separate grains. I remember her simple pulao only had a few ingredients …
Traditional Pakoras are made with Onion, Chilli & Potato. These are coated with a gram flour batter and fried till crispy. Sometimes whole spinach leaves are also dipped and fried. Sandwich pakoras are battered and deep fried sandwiches and a spiced potato ball dipped in batter and fried is called a Batawada. With the heavy …
Lobster Mac & Cheese is probably one of the most decadent versions around. The chunks of bright red Lobster flesh in contrast to the creamy cheesy sauce is a visual treat, not to mention a delicious one. I absolutely love Lobster, especially Lobster tail, however I feel like the claw meat works really well in …
Shrimp cutlets are an old childhood favorite. Both my grandmothers made them, one was hard core Goan and the other East Indian. Both strong women and amazing cooks. May they both rest in peace. Many times these cutlets are made from a combination of ground shrimp and small baby fresh shrimp. Unfortunately I have only …
This is one of my favorite things to make. Unlike your standard recipe bread pudding, the addition of caramel, orange and pistachios make this truly unique. Typically Bread Pudding is made using day old or older bread as a great way to make a simple dessert. The original recipes are simple and considered a cheap …
Chilli Chicken is an old favorite and earns the right to be made many different ways. In this version, it’s sauteed with mushrooms and is so easy to put together! Here is the recipe: 1/2 cup corn starch 1/4 cup Water 2 tbsps dark Soya sauce 1 whole Egg 1/2 tsp Salt 1/2 tsp fresh …
Inspired by a recent video by Marion’s Kitchen, I created this recipe with my spin on it and cooked it in less time using an Instant Pot. I really love to slow cook, it cooks the meat giving it an incredible fall of the bone texture, however, sometimes you don’t have the time to slow …