A few months ago, I was prepping recipes for my cooking class and was trying to find a good recipe that was full of vegetables and alot of great flavors. But, I was tired of just doing a saucy “curry” again in the class. I wanted to find something that was portable, easy to make, … Continue reading Masala Veggie Burgers
If you’ve ever had the opportunity to visit an area with a lot of Indian stores, or a “Little India” type of environment, you will have been immediately transported to another country. Most places in America, actually all over the world, will have a “Little India” where the streets are lined with colorful clothing stores, … Continue reading Chocolate Burfi
With the last week of summer vacation finally here, there are alot of people who are trying to squeeze in some last minute R&R, or scrambling around trying to get stuff ready for the kiddos who start school again next week! Or, maybe you’re one of those parents out there, who is in the midst … Continue reading Mango Pie
If you’re a shrimp lover then this post is for you! If you love the way Tandoori Chicken is seasoned, then this is for you too! If you love the crispiness with a Pakora/Bhajia – this is perfect! And if you’re a beer drinker, well then, I guess you’re all set, as long as you … Continue reading Beer-Battered Tandoori Shrimp
Lately, my midnight snack has been a Nutella and Peanut Butter sandwich on wheat bread. (Had to get the wheat bread in there, to make it semi-healthy.) I never used to like peanut butter until I had my 3rd child. Maybe it was hormones, or just some jolt into reality of how great PB really … Continue reading Indian-style Nut Butter
For most people who are familiar with Indian foods, the “samosa” is simply just a dish ordered as an appetizer in most restaurants. Or, if you’ve never heard of a “samosa” before, its a crispy pastry-like dough primarily filled with seasoned vegetables or meats and then deep-fried or baked and finally served with some mint … Continue reading Samosa Memoirs
Despite the summer heat the past few days, I just can’t stop drinking my Indian masala tea or “chai”. There is something special, almost nostalgic about it and I have to admit – it kind of makes me feel good. The funny thing is I hardly drank any tea when younger. My parents would make … Continue reading Masala Chai
Have you ever had a really great bowl of daal, or chicken makhani, or vegetable korma or any other Indian dish and wondered why it was so delicious? What was it that made it so memorable for you? Maybe the quality meat in the dish – which is very important indeed! Maybe it was fresh … Continue reading Spice Advice
