Mutton Malvani
Malvan is a coastal region in Konkan as as the name suggests Malvani cuisine is from this region. Malvani food is popular in India. As it is a coastal region, most the dishes have coconut.
Bruschetta
Bruschetta is a classic Italian appetizer (antipasto) which requires very few but basic ingredients. The main requirements are bread, tomatoes & olive oil. It became an absolute favourite in our home after our Italy trip a few years back! If …
Baked Zucchini
Baked zucchini is a simple low carb dish. Serve it as a main dish or as a side on occasions.
Coconut Cranberry Laddu (Ladoo)
Laddu is a type of sweet dish. Laddu or sometimes spelt ladoo is round in shape. Coconut laddus are a popular type of laddu. Here I have added cranberries to the recipe to make it a festive treat for Christmas …
Rose Cookies (Achappam)
Rose Cookies are the traditional Christmas snack from the state of Kerala. The Malayalam name for this is Achappam. “Achu” means mould & appam means anything made out of a batter. These cookies are very similar to…
Sooji Halwa (Sheera)
Sooji Halwa is a sweet dish made with semolina, ghee, cardamom and sugar. This dish is often made during religious festivals in India and served as an offering in Hindu temples. Sometimes, fresh fruits like banana, apples or pineapples are …
Coconut curried Mahi-Mahi
Some of the simplest recipes to make are the most delicious ones and coconut curried fish is one such. It takes only about 30 minutes to make make this dish but serve it over white or brown rice & a …
Dudhi Dhokli Nu Shaak (Bottle Gourd & Chickpea Dumplings In Tomato-Yogurt Gravy)
“Dhokli Nu Shaak” is a spicy dish from the Kathiawar region. While Gujarati recipes are often sweet & tangy, In Kathiawari cuisine, there is a generous dose of spice. Because of the dry weather, not many green vegetables grow in …
Fried Anchovies
Anchovies are a small variety of fish found in the Atlantic, Pacific & Indian ocean. They are known as Netholi or Kozhuva in Malayalam. Fried anchovies are a popular dish in the state of Kerala. It is usually served with …
Handvo (zucchini squash cakes)
Handvo is a type of savoury cake made traditionally with a mix of rice & different types of lentils such as moong dal, tuvar dal,chana dal, urad dal & masoor dal. It is a very popular dish originated in the western Indian state of Gujarat. Handvo is soft on the inside with a crusty outer top. It is usually served for breakfast or as tea time snacks.