Roast the bones before making the stock for a dark rich flavour. For a lighter flavour you can skip the roasting. I like roasted better. Don’t go too heavy on any other ingredients. Personally I use one onion per big pot of stock. Flavours intensify when reducing so things can get unbalanced pretty easily. I make a batch of it and freeze it in ice cube trays. If you have a vac pac food saver you can use that to store it – otherwise ziplock backs work....

on Jan 04, 2018, Updated Aug 25, 2020 If one of your goals for 2024 is to meal prep more, then this cripsy sesame tofu with zucchini noodles is just perfect! It’s light, it’s filling, it’s healthy, and absolutely delicious! And my favourite part about eating this dish is that there is absolutely no post-lunch sleepiness – a problem I often struggle with after a heavy meal. I often prepare a large batch of this crispy sesame tofu with zucchini noodles over the weekend, especially when I know I am going to have a hectic week, and it’s easily one of my favorite meal prep recipes ever....

on Apr 04, 2020, Updated Apr 27, 2021 We’ve all been there. Its 1AM, we are lying awake, staring at the ceiling, wondering what to eat. Maybe there’s crackers lying around. But you can do better now. These easy microwave mug recipes are so quick that you’ll be out of bed and eating something delicious in under 10 minutes. I’ve got three different dessert recipes, a cheesy, comforting mac and cheese and a mug pizza....

There’s no reason you can’t make it yourself. It’s a snap to make. Comes together in no time. Perfect for weeknight dinners. This is street style cooking. High heat. Everything ready to go. Just bang it out. Like you were working a stall in Bangkok. Simplified ingredients. Same technique. Full disclosure. This post is a re-tread. I have been playing with this recipe since I originally published it. This is the new and improved version....

It’s the weekend guys, and I don’t know about you but I feel good. Ecstatic, even, although it’s not like I’ve got anything special planned out. But how great is the very thought of two full days crammed with nothing other than endless possibilities of having fun? And here’s one way to have that fun and eat well too – my deliciously vegan French Onion Tart with a divine gluten-free crust....

Fried gnocchi is a fun and simple side that adds a bit of flash to dishes with creamy sauces. And they’re good plate props. You can pile them up or scatter them around. Mix them in or float them on top. The plate is your canvas after all. Technique It’s not really much of a recipe but here goes. Pre-fab gnocchi Butter Bring a pot of well salted water to boil and cook the gnocchi according to the directions – likely around 2 minutes or until they float....

on Jun 05, 2023 These green banana “Hulk” muffins are one of those recipes – a tried and tested favorite of mine. When I say tried and tested, I mean on children! I’ve never met a kid who doesn’t like these muffins, they’re a hit amongst Mahi and her friends. (And if I’m being honest, they’re a hit amongst us moms, too!) Made using sweet overripe bananas and some spinach (pureed!...

on May 19, 2017, Updated Apr 07, 2021 This post is in collaboration with some of my favorite food bloggers- check out #MemorialDayGrillFest during this week and next for awesome summer cookout recipes! I know we don’t celebrate Memorial Day here in India but when a few friends asked me to bring out our best grilling recipes, I couldn’t resist. Because we are the king of tandoors here in India right?...

on Sep 23, 2023 Hariyali paneer tikka might not be your go-to restaurant order, but believe me, it is totally worth a try. Imagine soft pieces of paneer coated in a bright and refreshing marinade made of coriander, mint and spices. This paneer is then charred to perfection for that authentic tandoori tikka flavor. The result is a mildly spicy and fragrant paneer that’s soft and juicy on the side and perfectly charred on the outside....

on May 28, 2023 Did I tell you about the time we went to Mexico and ate real mexican food? Which was awesome. All the tacos in the world! Lots of grilled meats and I think the best Bloody Mary I’ve had so far! And there was a lot of mexican rice – a humble side dish that sits around to be paired with other things, and it’s really simple to taste but still delicious....

on Oct 17, 2023 Black Chickpeas or Kala Chana are popular in Indian cuisine but they take center stage during Dussehra and the day before Dussehra which is called ashtami or the eighth day of fasting. These are an important component to the food made that day which is generally a no onion garlic aloo sabzi, puri, sooji halwa and this no onion garlic kala chana. I think the idea is to add a good source of fiber and protein to the meal, which is what black chickpeas does....

on Sep 05, 2017, Updated Dec 01, 2021 We have a totally hipster vibe going on the blog today because I’m sharing this amazing/ healthy/ vegan/ gluten free low carb asian cauliflower rice. I’m none of these things including hipster, vegan or gluten free but I love cauliflower rice so much that I had to share another take on this loaded veggie fried rice. I know. Most of you will be like – why can’t we just eat regular rice like regular people?...

You might also enjoy these recipes for Indian-restaurant-style dishes like bhindi masala, baingan bharta and chana masala. Green peas rarely get to shine as the lead in most dishes where they appear, but here’s one classic instance where they get to headline the show with their name in marquee lights: Matar Paneer (pronounced “mutter” paneer). Sure, there’s paneer here jostling for attention, but it doesn’t quite succeed, does it? The peas, with their unique texture and hints of sweetness, dominate the eater’s palate, and who would want to change that?...

In our home, methi or fenugreek leaves are one of those vegetables that neither Desi nor I can have enough of. This is a rather pretty vegetable with small leaves and thick stems and a pleasantly bitter taste that mellows when cooked into a nutty deliciousness. But the flavor, as addictive as it is, is not methi’s greatest or only asset: this is one of the healthiest vegetables you can eat, prized in Indian homes for its ability to improve digestion, fight cholesterol and regulate blood sugar levels, among other benefits....

on Aug 02, 2016, Updated Aug 28, 2020 These one pot curried sausages and potatoes is one of my go-to one pot comfort foods when I want it easy, spicy, and warm. Because curry always helps drive away those blues! This dish was a total experiment after noticing an almost empty fridge. Fortunately I has some frozen sausages and potatoes, which turned into this insanely delicious one pot curried sausages and potatoes....

on Jun 07, 2024 Mangalore loves its ghee roast. The classic Chicken Ghee Roast is made with a freshly roasted spicy and tangy masala that’s fried in ghee – the soul of the dish. This Paneer recipe is a vegetarian version of the much-loved Mangalorean classic, Chicken Ghee Roast, and is just as finger-licking good. A total must-have for paneer lovers! You can serve this ghee roast as an appetiser, a side dish or as a meal on its own along with neer dosa, rice, roti or even regular dosas....

Cabbage, onions, carrots, jalapeños and a slightly sweet and tangy dressing come together in no time flat. With tacos. With grilled meats. Or even a spicy rare tuna steak. It’s also a great way to work on your knife skills. Don’t have knife skills? Today is a good day to start. Get yourself a nice sharp chef’s knife. Google the pinch grip. Watch a couple videos. It’s a life skill everyone needs....

on Aug 04, 2022 Growing up rajma chawal (rajma masala with steamed rice) was made every week at home. And there’s something about piping hot rajma masala and steamed rice topped with ghee and served with lachha pyaaz (sliced onions) on the side that brings everyone together! This is typical punjabi style rajma masala recipe made with a spicy onion tomato paste. It’s a really one pot curry that’s beginner friendly because no matter what you do, you just can’t go wrong with this one....

For this recipe I used a whole pork sirloin but it would be even better with a boneless pork shoulder. A little extra fat adds a lot of flavour. Serve it up with a bean recipe of your choice – pintos are nice – and a nice green salad and you have a dinner that screams summer time. Dry brining Dry brining, pioneered by Judy Rogers of Zuni Cafe fame is an easy way to add flavour and moisture without the drawback of odd texture promoted by wet brining....

on Jun 07, 2015, Updated Sep 03, 2020 These spiced lamb chops often feature on our Sunday lunch menu, especially during the winters when fresh figs are in season. Spiced Lamb Chops with Figs and Balsamic Reduction and maybe some sourdough bread to mop it all up – is what my Sunday lunch dreams are made of. Reasons Why This Recipe Is a Winner A simple but delicious recipe...