April 2020 archive

Instant Rawa Idli and Chilli Garlic Coconut Chutney

I have only eaten this Rawa idli at my mom’s house. My sister makes it for us, and I like how it pairs well with this pungent chutney to make a filling and delicious breakfast. Though it is an instant idli recipe, the process isn’t instant. Worth the effort, especially if you have forgotten to …

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Pizza Pull Aparts

I have a phobia about bread. Don’t know why. Must have made it a couple of times 4 years ago. It was a success but the effort involved just would make me procrastinate. I am friends with the bread guru Sumod Tom who we fondly call Sarr. He has been pushing all of us in …

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Egg Podi Ghee Roast with Tandoori Butter Garlic Roti

Mangalorean ghee roast is such a versatile recipe, you can make it with chicken (the recipe is already on the blog), egg, prawns, mushrooms, whichever protein you feel like. You can make the paste ahead of time and freeze it too. I wanted to make something different to go along with the egg, so decided …

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Burnt Garlic Fried Rice

I struggle big time with Chinese cuisine, just don’t seem to get it right. But when you have friends who are pro with it, then you can just give up. My dearest friend Ameya Warty was sweet enough to share these 2 recipes and guide me through it. Still fall short of the super Chinese …

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Chilli Chicken Gravy

I struggle big time with Chinese cuisine, just don’t seem to get it right. But when you have friends who are pro with it, then you can just give up. My dearest friend Ameya Warty was sweet enough to share these 2 recipes and guide me through it. Still fall short of the super Chinese …

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Kulfi – Kesar Badam Pista and Paan

The temperature is just soaring and all of us at home are craving something that just makes this heat bearable. My first choice would have been beer but finally settled for kulfi. I know that’s a weird comparison. But am missing beer now in this sweltering heat. The icecreams have all disappeared from the shop …

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Chicken & Egg Kathi Roll

This Lockdown seems to be the time to retrospect and I am now realising that a lot of dishes have never reached the blog. Another delicious meal is the Chicken & Egg Kathi roll, loved by the kids and quite a healthy meal so parents also would be happy making it. Note – I hate …

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Penne Arrabiata

This lockdown has made me realise that so many dishes I make regularly are not part of my blog. So slowly and steadily updating the dishes that I regularly whip up in my kitchen Arrabiata is one of the basic Italian sauces used to make a pasta dish. It’s robust and rich in flavour and …

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Butter Herbed Pilaf

Easy recipes are always welcome with everyone who needs a break from cooking. Not just easy but flavourful too. Usually when I make some international chicken/fish recipe I like to have a side of rice to go with it. You can use any English vegetables in this recipe like broccoli, zucchini, corn, peppers etc Ingredients …

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Maharashtrian Masala Bhaath

I have had this recipe for over 6 years now, given by my bestie Sonali. I make it a few times a month to good reviews by family and friends. It’s an easy one pot, no fuss recipe. You can add any vegetables of your choice and make it a wholesome meal for your family. …

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