Whether you are cooking for one or a crowd, this recipe for roast chicken and vegetables slathered in a tamarind and spice rub which includes earthy garam masala and tangy sumac, is a great one to have on hand. We are a family of weather buffs. We actually look forward to the weather forecast on TV….
Savory Aloo Masala French Toast Rollups
These savory French toast rollups filled with a flavorful aloo (potato) masala and served with two kinds of chutneys are easy to make, delicious, and perfect for Sunday brunch. Also includes recipes for a fresh & spicy green chutney made with cilantro & chilies, and a sweet & tangy chutney made with dates & tamarind….
Cranberry Thokku {Spicy Cranberry Relish}
This is my obligatory annual cranberry post. When I told my mom I was out of ideas to use cranberries this year, she gave me her thokku recipe. A thokku is a sort of spicy relish, similar to an Indian pickle or achar. The difference lies in the fact that achar usually has more oil…
Sri Lankan Chicken Curry
Today’s recipe is a true gem, borrowed from the small island nation of Sri Lanka just south of India. Sri Lankan cuisine shares many similarities with South Indian cuisine, especially those of Kerala and southern Tamil Nadu cuisines. This probably has to do with geographical and cultural similarities. In my quest to try different kinds…
Great Indian Breakfast – Rava Idli And Tiffin Sambar
In my opinion, nothing beats a sumptuous, filling and healthy Indian breakfast. It’s the perfect start to a busy day. We truly believe in the adage, “Breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dine like a pauper”. This is supposed to help with your body’s metabolism and is quite beneficial if followed correctly….
Spicy Shrimp/Prawn Roast With Cumin (Jeera)
My Facebook followers will remember my post showing you pictures of delicious curries/entrées good enough for entertaining this Holiday season. This shrimp roast is an easy to make, lip-smacking recipe from dear mom. She makes it when a simple shrimp/prawn curry or shrimp fry won’t do. It can be tricky to infuse a lot of…
Spicy & Tangy Kerala Fish Curry (Fish In Tamarind & Coconut Milk Sauce)
Coming from a part of India teeming with fresh catch from the sea throughout the year, we were initially appalled at the lackluster selection of fresh seafood in our Texan city. Obviously it has something to do with the place being land-locked and the nearest fishing harbor being a few hundred miles from here. So…
Thai Massaman Curry {With Mushroom, Peppers, Eggplant & Paneer}
On his way home, the mister bought some mushrooms, deposited them on the kitchen counter and announced that (a) he would like them cooked without onions, and (b) in curry form. Gasp! That is enough to put most Indian wives in panic mode. What does he really want? I could always use grated onions or…
Ennai Kathirikkai – Spiced Baby Brinjal/Eggplant In Tangy Gravy
Brinjal, eggplant, aubergine or whatever you want to call it, is very popular in Indian cuisine. Owing to its versatile nature and high nutrition value, it is often called the “king of vegetables”. I distinctly remember a cartoon in my childhood (in the state-owned Doordarshan, of course) that showed a stout brinjal with a crown on…
