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 …
Nihari has long been a favourite in my household. I didn’t grow up eating it, but my husband did and I decided to learn how to make it. Of course like many popular recipes, each family has their own way of preparing Nihari. Traditionally this is slow cooked overnight and in the olden days the …
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 …
I absolutely adore south Indian curries, whether they come from Kerala or Mangalore, they are rich in spices and mellowed out typically with coconut. This Ghee roast does not contain cream like it’s north Indian counterparts but gets its rich buttery flavour from the ghee. This recipe uses almost 7 ½ tbsps. of Ghee. You …
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 …
Every Goan, East Indian or Mangalorean family have their own versions of this simple dish. Chilly fry can be made with Beef, Chicken, Shrimp or even Fish. Beef and Shrimp are the most popular ones. This is one of those dishes you make when you’re in a rush. My recipe is super simple – give …
View my step-by-step video We LOVE our green masala, whether it’s used as a dip, a chutney or a marinade – coriander and chillies with other spices is King! In this recipe, I’m giving my Instant Pot a whirl by first defrosting ground beef and then allowing it to cook and infuse in a glorious …
View my step-by-step video Growing up, I ate a LOT of Prawn Pulao – this Green Masala version though was introduced to me by my good friend Blanche. It’s so popular in the Goan community and I couldn’t believe I had never had it before. I hope …
View my step-by-step video Just saying the words makes me happy … Butter Chicken Biriyani. Butter Chicken is beloved by everyone, I like to BBQ the Chicken before adding it to a delicate and creamy gravy. I had this idea a while ago to turn this into a Biriyani, …