The recipe is simple but a bit time consuming as the tamarind has to soak for a while to get the pulp ready for the sauce. I usually spend a day prepping the tamarind for this sauce and my Simple & refreshing sweet tamarind juice recipe. I usually make a large batch of this chutney and freeze it in portions to counter this. The sauce is easy to freeze and I defrost it as and when I need to use it....
Appe, also called appo, paniyaram, appa, paddu, etc., is a popular South Indian recipe prepared as prasad or breakfast/evening snack in both sweet and savory versions. For sweet appe, wheat flour and jaggery are the main ingredients, sometimes with the addition of flattened rice (poha) or banana. For savory appe, rice (or semolina suji rava) and urad dal are the main ingredients. If you are from the coastal region of Karnataka (i....
“Punch bowls are great for serving large-batch cocktails and punches that you make in advance,” says Sommer. “That way, during an event, you can let people serve themselves so you can focus on other things, rather than bartending all night.” The best punch bowl is one that’s big enough to hold plenty of drinks and fits with your style. “We have an old glass punch bowl with a metal base,” explains Sommer....
Tres Leches Cake Recipe with a Twist! I’ve always been a sucker for a silky slice of Tres Leches Cake. It’s a light airy sponge cake, saturated with three milks, to the point of weeping sweet creamy tears when sliced and set on a plate. Mexican Tres Leches Cake is a unique and satisfying dessert, that is a true crowd-pleaser. Especially when piled high with fresh whipped cream! Why Tres Leches Pie?...
This turkey recipe works great for entertaining dinner guests, and I get the same question every time. How did you get it so tender? But it’s also a fabulous weeknight meal to please the fam. The tenderloin of the turkey works because it’s the most tender, juicy part, making it much easier to achieve a deliciously tender meal. And it’s super easy, creating a huge time saver for those hectic days when you need something fast and tasty without compromising on nutrition....
Vegan Minced Meat Soya Granules is one of the most common ingredients to make vegetarian minced meat or vegan keema masala in the Indian Subcontinent. I combine it with tofu chunks to give a delicious creamy mouthfeel to the curry. This veg keema curry offers taste and nutrition, by substituting minced with soya granules and scrambled tofu. Soy granules add more mass to the dish and closely resemble the real deal (minced meat)....
Why We Love This Vegan Recipe Vegan Tofu Tacos are the perfect quick and easy dinner for #MeatlessMonday or #TacoTuesday or, really, any night of the week. That’s right folks, you can enjoy delicious Tex-Mex tacos even on a plant-based, vegetarian, or vegan diet! With our amazing crispy tofu tacos recipe, you get all of the flavor and texture of meat-filled tacos. Yet this lighter version is made mean and lean with extra firm tofu, plus tons of spices and veggies!...
Vodka Gummy Bears So… I have this friend, and she’s a bad influence. No. No, let me start again. I have this friend, and she’s a GENIUS. She was telling me about her experience with Vodka Gummy Bears, and how they are all the rage right now. I rolled my eyes. I scowled at the vulgarity of such an idea. I mean why waste good vodka? Why waste good gummy bears, for that matter?...
What Is A Pavlova ? Contrary to popular opinion, pavlova is not really a meringue. A meringue is crispy and dry throughout, whereas a pavlova is crispy on the outside and has a soft marshmallow like centre. According to theflavorbender.com the dessert is of New Zealand origin. However, other sources list it as being Australian and both countries have a long standing war, each claiming it as their own. The one thing that is known for sure is that the dessert is named after the Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova....
These delectable crispy strips of pure heaven go perfectly with almost anything. Seriously, I’ve even had chocolate cake with bacon, and it was incredible. And you can wrap them around anything. Just check out the recipes for all the proof you need. Bacon-Wrapped Recipes Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers Let’s start with a fiery appetizer, crunchy and spicy jalapeños poppers wrapped in a delicious layer of bacon. Oh yeah! This beautiful hot pepper loaded with cream cheese and, of course, bacon is the perfect game day snack....
These amazing tomato recipes are guaranteed to make your dining experience more exciting because tomatoes are naturally juicy and delicious. No wonder they add fantastic flavors to any dish, while we enjoy the added nutrients and health benefits as well. Amazing, isn’t it? I love these tomato recipes because you can easily customize them with your favorite herbs and spices without worry. After all, they go pretty much with everything, from simple herbs like thyme to a more complex seasoning like Sazon Seasoning....
I don’t know a single soul who doesn’t love chicken (well, except for our vegetarian brothers and sisters). Chicken dishes are especially enjoyable when fried, such as Southern Fried Chicken and Crispy Caribbean Chicken Strips. Well, good news for you guys that are trying to eat a tad healthier! You can actually make them crispy in the oven, too. Oh yes! How? Well, this list of incredible baked chicken recipes will take care of that....
Fall, the season with the lovely weather that is perfect for funfilled and laidback parties and holidays. With Halloween and Thanksgiving right around the corner, I can already imagine the smell of Pumpkin Cake and Spice Roast Turkey filling the air. Ahh! So comforting! And of course, what’s a party without the fancy appetizers? Right? So, here I am with my Fall Appetizers Roundup to help you kickstart your party with these quick and easy recipes....
I first had a sampling of this alluring dish at an African restaurant, in Los Angeles , and all sorts of good memories flooded my brain. I instantly took a fondness for this soup . It reminded me of eru (a soup that is cooked in Cameroon using the same ingredients). This one is slippery , and oh so tasty! Afang Soup is of Nigerian origin–a much-celebrated recipe from the efik ethnic group in the southern part of Nigeria –and often served at ceremonial occasions such as weddings, child birth and to honored guests....
African pepper soup is simple yet flavorful and an absolute delight to eat. You’ll also love how easy it is to make! You simply blend the spices, add it to a pot with water and chicken, and let it cook until the chicken is tender. This delicious African chicken pepper soup is also easy to customize. You can make it more or less spicy, keep it simple with chicken and broth, or add vegetables and other add-ins....
Why We Love This Air Fryer Recipe Warm, tender biscuits are a classic breakfast staple that makes everyone happy… Even the morning grumps! Bring a plate to the table with an assortment of jams and spreads, and watch them all practically disappear. Of course, you can bake biscuits in the oven, but it’s so much more fun to cook them in small batches in the air fryer! Air fryer biscuits are quick to make, extra golden and crispy on the outside, and so soft and delicious on the inside....
Why We Love this Cocktail Recipe For such a straightforward cocktail recipe, the French 75 does have an interesting history… It became a well-known beverage after World War 1 in the late 1910s – early 1920s, and was invented in New York City after American soldiers returned home from the war. The name comes from the French 75mm gun that was popular among the Allies. After the drink was introduced it wasn’t long before it was name-dropped in several movies – like Casablanca – and then quickly was available around the world....
Also, check Cinco de Mayo party food ideas while you are here. Recipe card Simple cheese quesadilla recipe With four basic ingredients - tortilla or wrapper, cheese, garlic powder, and butter you can build and eat quesadillas in less than 10 minutes. It is one of the best recipes that you can pack for lunch, a picnic, or even when you travel. I prepare this often, especially during weekends while watching movies or during Super Bowl parties....
Bursting with sweet potatoes, mushrooms, onions, garlic, black beans and spinach, you will be bursting with health after you enjoy today’s very nontraditional enchilada recipe. If you are crying, “Where’s the beef?” Believe me, you won’t miss it! With its beautiful colors, bold flavors, and simplicity of one-pan preparation, Black Bean Sweet Potato Skillet Enchiladas might become a regular in your home. Although my family isn’t totally vegan or vegetarian they didn’t even ask about the lack of meat....
Who doesn’t love fried shrimp? No one in my family turns shrimp down – especially boom boom shrimp. Honestly, I never have leftovers. Shrimp-based dinners are some of my favorites, and this one is no exception. As a busy mom, it’s always nice to have a meal up your sleeve with a delicious protein that cooks up quickly, like shrimp. And you can have this five-star meal on the table in under 30 minutes....
