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Vegetarian food has never appealed to me, until now, that I realized how much important it is to have greens and veggies in a diet. I cannot go without meat and I’m trying to add some vegetarian food from now on. Hopefully!! Starting from here I wanted to learn some vegetarian recipes so I intended on…
Hubby loves Goli baje’s, sounds funny, haha..Well, I came to know more of his tastes after getting married to him. And I love making them occasionally. Goli baje (in Tulu, Indian cuisine) is a deep-fried tea-time snack popular in Mangalore-Udupi region. It is also known as Mangalore bajji or Mangalore bonda. Yes, my posts are…
I love thick creamy soups that are full of natural flavor. A vegetarian supplement is essential and I wanted to prepare it in the form of a soup. I usually find soup recipes have some cream added for more flavor but this Carrot soup recipe was easy to make without the cream, a delicious soup that can…
I think most people know how to prepare an egg even for a beginner. If there is nothing else to eat in the kitchen counter, eggs are good enough to go for breakfast, lunch or dinner. I haven’t posted any breakfast recipes with egg and the idea of making a scrambled egg that is moist and…
This is a delicious pound cake infused with lemon juice and zest. Lemon cake is an easy baked cake especially for beginners who are learning to bake. With a nice cup of tea it tastes amazing. I did not add any topping or sugar glaze because I do not have a sweet tooth. The same…
Sometimes when there are celebrations at home, Black pepper pork is prepared by us Mangalorean’s. The local pork is mixed with organic pepper seeds from the creepers in our home yard. This combination definitely makes a rocking recipe of black pepper pork. It’s an all-time favorite. It’s not so fiery, you can moderate this by reducing…
The reason I made Chicken bites with chicken breasts is because it’s bite size, easy and so much better than take-outs. Takes 35 – 40 minutes max. I cannot tell you how much I loved the taste of it after tossing the fried chicken in the sauces. Make sure you do not use salty soya sauce. Chicken…
I’m so glad to be posting again. My first post of the year with fresh white prawns, all time favorite! I prepare prawns with coconut milk quiet often, so I don’t have to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. It’s goes well with rice , bread or rice pancakes which I have posted earlier. If you…
This recipe of Fish fillet with Couscous is unbelievably one of the easiest, and simplest to make. If you haven’t heard of Israeli couscous, may be its time you try one. They are little pasta shaped balls developed in Israel, hence the name. Prepare the parsley sauce and add it to the cooked Couscous. Fry…
I’m quiet surprised that I’m making another snack for Christmas. After my Sweet curls recipe this is my second recipe on Christmas goodies. I prepared this yesterday and I loved the way they turned out. Diamond cuts or Tukdi (we call it in konkani at home) is a traditional snack. It’s still a favorite snack to munch on…
These are my first time actually making homemade Christmas goodies or snacks and it turned out pretty amazing. I believe everyone celebrates Christmas differently. It’s my first Christmas with my husband and I thought of preparing these delicious snacks of crispy sweet curls we usually make at home with family, to get into the Christmas spirit. Kidyo (Kul…
A basic Jelly and Custard recipe is quiet simple dessert, even simpler when they have directions provided in a package. In fact, I had earlier posted a photo on my Facebook page without the recipe. I thought that the recipe is very basic. Anyone would be capable of making it. Nevertheless, I wanted to share the…
It’s been a while since my last post, but now I’m back. Well, I have been learning to bake and the best way I learn – Bake it yourself! Cooking is fun but sometimes it’s like a laboratory measuring, testing etc. That requires a lot of patience! So, yesterday I thought of making a refreshing drink. The…
Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes Serves: 4 It’s lovely exploring different cultures through food especially the Chinese food. I like Chinese food a lot and we have a lot of restaurants here that provide incredible food. Chinese wontons are commonly served which made me plan on making them at home as I…
Sometimes you get lazy and want to just relax. Times when you want to minimize kitchen time but still have a delicious dinner. I loved this easy recipe of melted cheese mixed with pasta served with chicken ghee roast. Chicken Ghee Roast is a mouthwatering, spicy and highly aromatic recipe famous in South-Indian cuisine. I got a pack…
I love biscuits that are very light flavored, so I thought of baking something easy like the butter biscuit. I had this at Texas Chicken and I loved the idea of making it on my own. This recipe is similar to the recipe I found in allrecipes.com of Kentucky biscuits but I made some adjustments in…
Jackfruit is an exotic produce popularly found in South India. If you haven’t heard of this fruit before, you sure must be wondering what in the world is that and how does it look like? Unfortunately, I do not have a picture of the whole jackfruit to share but will surely post it here when I…
This Spicy Chicken recipe uses a hot chili pepper called “chili padi” (bird’s eye chili) commonly used in the Malaysian Cuisine. It is also called as Kung Pao Chicken, a spicy stir-fry dish made with chicken, peanuts,vegetables and chili peppers. Preparation: 10 minutes Cooking time: 15 – 20 minutes Ingredients Chicken – 250 g, cut into…
A quick and easy one pot rice recipe is the Fried Rice. I picked up this recipe from my sis-in-law back then when I used to visit them in a countryside. This is almost exactly her recipe. It is a great way to use left over rice or prepare it quickly for many servings. Preparation…
Lotus Leaf Bun is a chinese steamed bun, named after their shape as it is folded in the form of a lotus leaf with a opening with variations in filling like meat, prawns or sweet. They are also called as Bau, pau in Mandarin or Chinese bun which is locally found at hawkers or restaurants…
This is my second best dish of beef mince I am posting here today. Beef meatball curry recipe has a delicious creamy texture with a sweet taste. Since I used thick sour yogurt it was slightly sour which enhanced the flavor with other combination of spices. Adding yogurt can also reduce the heat of the dish, hence you…
Shrimps are one of my favorite. This pan fried shrimp recipe is one of the easy recipes to prepare when your craving to have something fried with spice. Not shelling the shrimp gives it a glorious spice filled flavor of garlic. I used fresh garlic as I was out of stock of garlic paste. If you…
Makes: 12 – 15 Preparation time: 20 minutes plus soaking time for 2 hrs Cook time: 25 minutes Mangalore is a small town where I grew up, which is located along the coast in South-West of India along the Arabian Sea with its beaches, popular for its sunset views. If you plan to visit south of India…
It’s been a while since my last post. I have been out of town and hence didn’t find time to post. So, hold your horses, because soon I will be posting about my getaway experience. Now since I’m back, after settling in, I tried this delicious easy snack, flapjacks recipe like an oat bar which makes…
I do not prepare soups very often, since I live in a tropical climate. However, when I do prepare a soup, it’s the cream of chicken soup that has been on my menu once in every two weeks. I always have chicken breasts in my shopping cart for easy quick meals and this recipe has been very simple, very delicious…
When I say Beetroot rice, what is the first thing you notice? Oh yes! The color, of course. It’s gorgeous purple/red color is so deep and vibrant, that when combined with rice, just makes a wonderful one pot easy recipe. If you have tried this, then drop a feedback of your recipe. Preparation time: 10…
I love this version of baked muffin, as it gave me a taste of all the flavors of snacks we used to have as a kid and even now. The main components being jaggery and cinnamon, is just a lovely combination! It’s an evening snack recipe, easy to prepare in less than an hour. In…
I’ve always wanted to prepare something easy as a side dish just like the restaurants and this homemade stir fry recipe will knock your socks off! Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Ingredients Olive oil for frying Red bell pepper – 1 big, cut into medium small (optional) Green bell pepper – 1 big, cut into…
When I think of Schnitzel, it takes me back to the day when a friend of mine had invited me over for Christmas and we had prepared Schnitzel for dinner along with the other friends. Schnitzel meaning meat in a crust, is a German word and a very popular dish originating in Austria. In the Viennese…
Passion Fruit is a tropical fruit, and one of the many variety of fruits here in South East Asia which I didn’t know existed. I would try to imagine what this odd fruit tastes like and how would one use it. It’s enclosed with flesh-covered seeds which is edible. They can vary in color but, the passion fruit which I…
Have you ever had this feeling when you crave for certain food, you get homesick and just want to grab certain food from your imagination and quell hunger? Well, I got hungry and saw these over-ripe bananas languishing in my fruit box which brought me into making banana fritters for tea. Fritters are popularly used with a variety…
“Vindaloo” is traditionally popular in the Goan cuisine in India and often considered as a fiery spicy dish made with pork. This recipe is more of a flavored sauce with its sweet, tangy taste. Pork Vindaloo limits the use of more chilies in order to tone down the heat of a spicy-hot dish. Requirement: Blender Preparation time: 20…
This Beef cutlet recipe specifically reminds me of my childhood, when my Mom used to make occasionally. It has has been one of my favorites in my book of recipes for years since I’ve been away from home. It can be a light afternoon snack, appetizer or a side. They are best when served hot, and you can’t…
No matter what level of baker you are, this quick and easy cake recipe can be done in a matter of few minutes. No butter, no eggs, no milk, no whipping! It has a dense texture. The first time I prepared this cocoa flavored cake it was on my husband’s birthday. It was my first cake with cocoa, the…
Crispy Chicken Fry, yes! It’s chicken again, Yoho! But this one adds more crunch. Why? The crunchiness is because I used oats as a coating which is healthy and adds more fiber to your diet. Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time : 25 minutes Ingredients Skinless Chicken with bones – 500 g , cut into small…
Looking for a simple Flavors to Your dinner plate? These chicken thighs are bursting with warm Indian flavors and zesty lemon finish that’ll have everyone asking for seconds. Why chicken thighs? Chicken thighs are my go-to choice for rich, juicy meat that stays tender even after cooking. Compared to chicken breasts, thighs have a richer…
Cassava cake is one of my favorite snack with a light, delicious, aromatic flavor. It is one of the traditional tea time snack that looked inviting to me at the local bakeries in Singapore. It might look simple but once you taste it the texture of the cake is supremely addictive. Tapioca cake in Malay is called as Kuih Bingka…
Here is how you can prepare a healthy blueberry smoothie with bananas. Serves : 2 Preparation: 5 mins Ingredients Blueberry – 1 cup Banana – 1 large Milk – 1 cup Chia Seeds – 1 tsp , soaked in 1/2 cup water at room temperature for 10 mins Honey – 1 Tbsp (optional for sweetness) Ice…
Preparation time: 10 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Ingredients Fresh Squids – 1 kg, washed & cut into rings Olive oil – 1 tbsp Mustard Seeds – 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds – 1/2 tsp Garlic Cloves – 3 big size Onions – 1 medium, chopped Garlic paste – 2 tsp Curry Leaves – 8…
Pumpkin soup – Is very delicious and refreshing especially on a cold day. It can be made completely from scratch. The pumpkin must be very ripe for the best pumpkin soup. Its skin has a deep solid color (orange in most varieties). So when buying make sure of this: When you thumb the pumpkin, the rind will…
Paneer Butter Masala boasts a smooth, golden texture that enriches each bite, while its enticing aroma fills the air. The harmony of aromatic spices comes together from the simplest ingredients: cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, ginger-garlic paste, chili powder, and cashews. The word “paneer” is of Persian origin. It is a fresh cheese common in South Asia, especially in Indian,…
Welcome to my very first post on this blog! I’m thrilled to start with a recipe. It perfectly captures my love for vibrant flavors and comforting desserts. This recipe features Orange Caramel Pudding. This delicious treat combines the richness of classic caramel pudding. It also offers a refreshing citrus twist. Imagine a silky, smooth custard….
