I have a delicious dum biryani recipe on the blog, made by layering cooked rice and meat masala, and then slowly steaming it to meld the flavors together. In certain regions, biryani is prepared by cooking the rice, meat and various spices and herbs together, creating a richer, more colorful and spicier version. This process…
Chilled Beetroot, Tomato & Watermelon Soup {A Summery Borscht}
We’ve been trying to eat as much fresh vegetables and fruits as one possibly can this summer. And it feels good. We’ve also been trying to get our hands on the freshest produce we can. After every visit to the Farmer’s Market, I’m almost tempted to throw together a loaded veggie pizza, but I just…
Chilli Mushroom (Dry)
There are some days you just don’t feel like preparing an elaborate meal. Or you get bored by the usual stuff. What? No?! It’s just me, then? I.do.not.believe.that. I was running errands one day, reached home by noon and just could not bring myself to cook the usual stuff. At our house, it is mostly…
Khao Soi – Thai Noodles With Spicy Chicken Curry Sauce
I have often written about my love for Oriental and South Asian cuisine. But I find most of the fare offered at Chinese or Thai restaurants here to be similar in taste and texture. I think this may be because they are catering to a foreign palate. Similar to how most curries in some Indian…
Coconut-Mint Chutney
India is the land to umpteen chutneys and pickles. Here is a simple recipe for a popular coconut-mint chutney. Chutney is usually made by grinding fresh herbs and coconut, but I have sauteed them first. So this chutney can be stored in the refrigerator for a couple of days. You will need: Oil – 1 tbsp Mint leaves…
Chicken Korma
Korma is a South Asian curry made with vegetables or meat, simmered in a creamy sauce made of yogurt, cream, cashew nut/almond paste or coconut milk. It is more like a stew than a curry. As any Indian will tell you, there is no set rules to making a particular curry. Each household has their…
