Neem combined with Eggplant makes an excellent recipe, by which one can include its medicinal value in our regular diet. This very easy to make, less than 20 minutes from start to final dish. Neem, also famously called as Indian Lilac, without a doubt plays an important part in Ayurveda. Numerous benefits of neem have been … Continue reading Eggplant and Neem leaves Sabzi
During our self isolation period, Biman has taken over my kitchen for next few days. I said that I will give directions without being beside him, and assured him that in these few days he would master a few easy basic and even gourmet style recipes. Home cooked meals are always the best meals ever. … Continue reading Dalia Upma or Broken wheat Upma
Tender mutton pieces with fall of bones cooked with a perfect blend of aromatic spices in a delicious curry and served with steaming bowl of white rice. Now that's what I call the ultimate comfort meal. Yes, you guessed it right! It is a quick and easy to prepare mutton recipe. We grew up relishing … Continue reading Mutton Khada Masala
Paneer seems to be a universal favourite amongst most of the vegetarians. So often simplicity is so gorgeous. I love simple recipes with minimal ingredients and fewer steps to follow. Paneer with mustard coconut and yogurt is o e of them. You must have noticed, most of the recipes on my blog are simple, easy … Continue reading Paneer with Mustard Coconut and Yogurt
Hey all, Was on a social media detox for a while. Last couple of months went through some testing period, a roller coaster ride juggling with health issues, keeping family together in two different places was quite challenging, work, daily chores.....etc. Honestly, I really don't know what would I say wether it was good or … Continue reading Mangalorean Style Prawns Sukka
I mentioned in my last post, how exciting, the festivals are, but, was unaware of the importance of each, when I was young. After the uruka feast which usually ends late at night, I used to dread the thought of having to wake up early next morning. But, no matter how hard I tried to … Continue reading Ricotta Cheese Cashew Coconut Patisapta Pitha( Indian Pancake with Ricotta Cheese, Coconut and Cashews)
"Bihu Axomor jatiya utsov. Bihu tineeta...etc. etc." This is how we used to start when tasked to write an essay on Bihu during our school days. Since I grew up in Guwahati, the capital city of Assam, though read and wrote essays on Bihu, could hardly relate to the traditional celebrations of rural areas. As … Continue reading Chicken Roast with Black Sesame Chutney (Til Bata Roasted Chicken)
Apple in a rich creamy pudding loaded with nuts and spices. Doesn't it sound delicious! 5 ingredients and 15 minutes of time is all you need for this delicious dessert. It's been raining cats and dog since morning, and I had a mean craving for something nice and warm. This warm comforting easy to make … Continue reading Apple Pudding ( Apple Kheer)
Listening to the everfresh, energetic Mahalaya chantings; laced with devotion upto the brim, is an awe-inspiring experience. Three days back, in the early morning hours, we were doing just that. Onset of Mahalaya, the powerful chantings to go with in the background; and we happily slipped into reminiscing the pleasant memories of last year's Durga … Continue reading Quick and Easy Gur Sondesh (Gur Sandesh) in just 3 steps
Gur Payox or Rice kheer made with date palm jaggery. This is a traditional rice pudding or a dessert or sweet dish whatever you may call it made with joha rice( a small fragrant variety of rice) with milk and date palm jaggery, prepared in almost every Indian homes. In Assam, we make it with … Continue reading Gur Payox (Gur Kheer/ Gur Payesh/ Rice Pudding with Date Palm Jaggery)