Recipe card Mangalorean fish fry Fish fry is very popular in Mangalore, and it comes in varieties like crispy plain fish fry, rava fish fry, tawa fry, masala fry, etc. Every method has a different taste. Today’s recipe is a simple fish fry made using rice flour. Before frying, the fish filets are marinated in spices and then coated in rice flour. The rice flour makes the exterior of the fries crispy....
I have always been a huge corn fan. From sweet corn fritters and shrimp corn soup to corn pudding, you name it! My love for anything corn is far beyond what you can imagine. I grew up eating it, so it will always hold a special place in my heart and palate. This super easy side dish is also pretty versatile, so make enough for leftovers. Plus, if you’re lookin’ for a no-fuss and quick summer side dish, this Southern fried corn is definitely a top recommendation....
When summer veggies abound, I love to stock up on squash. I believe squash is a highly underrated vegetable. It has a lovely savory taste that spices up beautifully with the right seasonings, and the texture is soft and scrumptious. What’s not to love? 💛 Plus, it’s just so versatile. I use it in just about everything – sauteed veggies, casseroles, you name it. But a consistent family favorite when it comes to this veg is definitely fried squash....
If you are new to Indian dishes, Naan is leavened flatbread traditionally cooked in clay oven. Even if you have not tried making a bread before, I encourage you to try this. The little effort you put in, is worth it. You will make it over and over again. If you visit any Indian restaurant you may have seen several types of naan listed on the menu and each one comes with a different flavor, thickness and texture....
The two things that take this perfect summer pizza over the top are a simple homemade chili oil and balsamic honey glaze. Each bite is an explosion of flavor; sweet, sour, juicy, tangy, earthy, and spicy all in one! This recipe ranks alongside my easy-baked taco chaat cups, aloo chana chaat with yogurt, and my bun kabab slider recipe with its many layers of flavor. Why you’ll love this recipe 20-minute recipe - This recipe takes 20 minutes from start to finish, including prep and cooking time....
Why We Love This Garlic Roasted Potatoes Recipe You’ve probably noticed by now that we are big fans of the simple, bright flavors often found in Greek cooking. Many crave-able Grecian-inspired recipes use simple ingredients and lean heavily on fresh herbs and strong spices, and I am absolutely here for it! It’s amazing how even the humble potato becomes something mouthwatering-ly magical when cooked with traditional Mediterranean ingredients. Olive oil and garlic are the backbones of the Greek kitchen, and our Greek Lemon-Garlic Roasted Potatoes will have your tastebuds doing backflips!...
So you’re planning a trip to Hawaii. Whoot! Of the major islands, I’m sure you’ve considered visiting Oahu to see Pearl Harbor, Honolulu, and the famous North Shore. Or maybe the lush garden isle of Kauai. Then there’s the luxurious island of Maui, with tons of shopping and activities. However today we are discussing the Island of Hawaii… Also called The Big Island. The namesake for the entire chain of islands, and state....
This post is for all my readers who have been writing to me for long time now with a request to post some healthy smoothies and recipes for weight loss or lose belly fat. Among the different smoothies out there, my favorite smoothie flavors are spinach smoothie, blueberry smoothie, and chocolate smoothie. No sugar or milk is added to make these smoothies. Best recipes to start with if you are on a weight loss journey....
This donut-shaped bread recipe really brings fun memories like that one time I went to New York for a quick vacation. As a foodie, I didn’t want to let the moment pass without trying the city’s iconic food. So I tried their hotdogs and pizzas and, of course, it wouldn’t be a complete NYC experience without the bagel. I got hooked so fast that I wanted to buy in bulk to take home....
Recipe card Best pita bread recipe Homemade pita breads are always tastier, fresh, and flavorful than store-bought. And believe me, you will love making them again and again. The way the pitas puff up in your oven, or stovetop is the best magic with this bread and makes you feel proud about your culinary skills. I also love that they are easy to eat, portable, and one of the best bread choices for making sandwiches....
Whether you call it to-MAY-to or to-MAH-to, we all know that you mean that plump red ingredient we all love. Whenever I do my groceries, I make sure to get tomatoes because it goes well with the flavors I love playing with. Thus, I’m sharing with you guys today on how easy it is to cut these red beauties and how to use them on your dish. As my mom would always say, a few slices of chopped tomatoes could go a long way!...
Traditional Tandoori Chicken When was the last time you made tandoori chicken? I’m not talking about grilled chicken with a quick Indian spice rub, but the kind that needs to marinade for hours so the exotic spices can work their way deep into the chicken, while the yogurt tenderizes the meat. Who has time to make something like that… We’re all so busy, right? YOU DO! With just 10 minutes of prep in the morning (to allow the chicken to marinade while you are at work) you can make amazing Indian Chicken Drumsticks in the Instant Pot when you get home....
While you are here, check out our traditional South Indian breakfast recipes and Indian vegetarian dinner recipes. About Dosa and Dosa Batter Dosa is an Indian crepe or pancake, a popular breakfast item made with fermented rice and lentil batter. Indian dosa (dosai, polo) is healthy, protein-packed, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Dosa is traditionally served with chutney and sambar. What is different about this dosa batter recipe? I have already shared recipes for 1 Dosa batter - 7 recipes and also simple dosa idli batter, and many of my readers have already tried and loved it....
Why We Love Jewish Latkes With Dipping Sauce I’m a sucker for fried potatoes. Who isn’t? That being said, we don’t eat a lot of fried foods, because if they are sitting in front of me I will not stop eating them until every last crumb is gone. However, there are exceptions to every rule, and Jewish potato latkes are one of them. Big time. Terrifically simple but utterly satisfying, latkes are crispy crunchy little delights of fried shredded potatoes....
When a friend had me try Peruvian food, I was not expecting something cooked in a wok. I learned that Chifa (Chinese cuisine) influences some Peruvian dishes. That led to tasty dishes like Lomo Saltado, a fantastic experience I had just had to recreate. This dish’s unique flavor only takes a few minutes to throw together. With a hot skillet or wok, you can get a beautiful char on your meat and slightly caramelize the vegetables while keeping the crunch....
Why We Love This Bell Pepper Sandwich Recipe There is no denying that low-carb diets tend to be a healthier option. But just because you are skipping gluten and carb-heavy foods doesn’t mean you need to deny yourself the yumminess of a great sandwich! Thankfully, we live in a time when clever folks have come up with all kinds of traditional bread substitutes. From lettuce tortillas to bacon wraps, there are seemingly endless ways to get the meats and cheeses you need in a handheld sandwich-style meal....
The hallmarks of a perfect madeleine cookie recipe are charming scalloped shell texture on one side and a nice tall hump on the side that isn’t scalloped. Getting the madeleine hump to rise can be tricky, according to many home cooks on the internet. However, with good ingredient ratios and baking powder, it’s totally effortless. Besides looking elegant, madeleine cookies are a delight to indulge in. They’re soft and airy, with a hint of crispness, thanks to the copious amount of sugar in the batter....
About Barfi Barfi or burfi is a square shape Indian fudge. It is one of the most popular Indian sweets (mithai). Every Indian sweet shop makes and sells a variety of Barfi such as kaju barfi, besan barfi, khoya barfi, chocolate barfi, nariyal barfi, and so on. Mawa is a dried or thick evaporated milk mainly used to make Indian sweets and desserts. It is also known as khova (khoya). For this barfi recipe, you do not need readymade mawa....
Here’s 5 recipes that tick all those boxes – all under 30 minutes too! This is my 15th meal plan now and I know how useful they can be to so many of you, and right now – in the depths of winter after the festive period – is the time we need to conserve our resources the most (I’m talking energy, time AND money!) This week every recipe is ready in UNDER 30 MINUTES....
As always, we’re keeping everything to a budget and making sure we have plenty of nutrition, variety and simple ingredients – not to mention flavours everyone will love. This week’s meal plan is all about hands off cooking, which leaves us time to get on with other things, the amount of hands off time does vary from recipe to recipe – for example, one pasta dish needs 15-20 minutes bubbling on the hob, while a stew can be left alone for 6 hours....
