Coconut Dhal
Coconut dhal is a quick, one pot stew-like vegetarian dish made with masoor dhal (split red lentils). It is a pure protein dish, where the dhal is cooked with creamy coconut milk, some spices and herbs. This dhal is simple with a gentle spice kick, the enticing aroma of the tadka/tempering/seasoning is what brings this dhal alive. Makes a hearty and healthy vegetarian mid-week meal with hot steamed rice, papad and Indian pickles. Simply dhalicious!
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Poha/Fov/Flattened Rice Recipe
Poha is the local Indian name for Flattened Rice. It is also known as "Fov" in Konkani. Poha is a very delicious and extremely healthy breakfast or tea time snack. From the healthy lot, this happens to be my favourite breakfast/tea time snack! It not only excites my taste buds, but also keeps me fuller for a longer period of time 🙂 My love for Poha goes way back to my childhood days wherein all the children of my area would go to a Garden in South Mumbai to play during evening time and before leaving for home after winding up, our parents used to treat us at a humble 'garden canteen' also knows as "Zhunka Baakar" runned by women. All of us as kids used to wait for our turn to enjoy our evening snacks after play. I dedicate this post to all my childhood friends who enjoyed eating at "Japanese Garden" Sharing with you all, my version of Poha/Fov/Flattened Rice. Hope You Enjoy It 🙂
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Coconut Dhal
Coconut dhal is a quick, one pot stew-like vegetarian dish made with masoor dhal (split red lentils). It is a pure protein dish, where the dhal is cooked with creamy coconut milk, some spices and herbs. This dhal is simple with a gentle spice kick, the enticing aroma of the tadka/tempering/seasoning is what brings this dhal alive. Makes a hearty and healthy vegetarian mid-week meal with hot steamed rice, papad and Indian pickles. Simply dhalicious!
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Patoleos/Patolis/Pathoyo Recipe
Patoleos/Patolis pronounced as "pathoyo" or "pathoyee" is a Traditional Goan/Mangalorean tea time snack which is prepared in most Goan/Mangalorean homes, on 15th August, in order to celebrate the feast of The Assumption of The Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven. It is made out of Rice batter and stuffed with grated coconut and jaggery, wrapped in Turmeric leaves and steamed. Since turmeric leaves are not available here in Dubai, two of my close buddies, Cynthia Fernandes(Cyn) & Vincent Jelkie(VJ), brought them for me all the way from their garden back home in Belgaum, India. When Patoleos/Patolis are being prepared at home, the entire house is filled with a sweet, strong Aroma of the Turmeric leaves. I can bet you can't just eat one and get away with it! This post is dedicated to my buddies, Cyn & VJ!
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Mutlin|Mutlim|Pundi (Round rice bread with Coconut)
Dense on the outside and soft on the inside, this Mangalorean homemade rice bread tastes amazing. It is our family's favourite Mutlin|Mutlim recipe - made with only four ingredients. Perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner!!!
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Coconut Dhal
Coconut dhal is a quick, one pot stew-like vegetarian dish made with masoor dhal (split red lentils). It is a pure protein dish, where the dhal is cooked with creamy coconut milk, some spices and herbs. This dhal is simple with a gentle spice kick, the enticing aroma of the tadka/tempering/seasoning is what brings this dhal alive. Makes a hearty and healthy vegetarian mid-week meal with hot steamed rice, papad and Indian pickles. Simply dhalicious!
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Badam|Almond Poori|Mando
Badam|Almond Poori aka Mando, is a Mangalorean/Konkani style deep fried pastry, rolled in aromatic powdered sugar and garnished with flaked almonds. Enjoy it crispy with a cup of steaming hot tea and good conversation!
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Roast Chicken with Stuffing
An Indian inspired Roast Chicken with a delicious Rice, Almond and Sultana stuffing. This chicken is first slathered with a spicy butter rub, then roasted perfectly until the skin is golden on the outside and juicy and tender on the inside. Filled with this season’s goodness, this roast chicken with stuffing makes a perfect centrepiece for your Christmas lunch/dinner table or at any time of the year. It's festive, comforting and delish!!
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Masala Coffee|Spiced Coffee
A complex drink that is so beautiful on the palate, this Masala Coffee is a reminder that café society is live, well and living at home. Prepared with familiar ingredients true to my roots, this café style coffee is creamy made with milk and no water. Served garnished with a layer of foam, cinnamon and cocoa for that exotic finishing taste.
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