Simple Pleasures – Memories of childhood- This simple dish of Razma Gogji – beans with turnips was comfort food at its best and the simplest in the long winter months in Kashmir. My Daadi [GrandMa] always had this half smile on her beautiful beautiful face when she cooked this up for us, Because we loved it so much that we could eat it for every meal. I miss Daadi [peace be on her soul], and I miss the food that I have grown up eating – from her pots to my plate. If I can remember anything about her …
Carrot Salad
When you are looking for easy salad recipes, make sure to keep this carrot salad in your repertoire. This can be made two ways, even three! And can be made ahead. Of the Indian carrot recipes, this is one of my favorites to put together when carrots are aplenty. And I like using the rainbow carrots for this recipe. Each color of these rainbow carrots has a distinct taste and texture, which as you know is a great thing to have in a salad. A few interesting facts about this salad – It uses a chutney as a dressing. I …
Patacones – Colombian Plantain Chips
Patacones, simply put, are twice fried green plantains. Discs of plantain are fried , then flattened and fried again to a crisp texture. Whether you call them tostones, platano frito , or divine crispy goodness – they are super fun to make and eat. They are also easy, almost very easy to make. If you like deep frying, you will love this recipe. Pro tip :- Make different kinds of toppings and serve the patacones as a party appetizer to feed a large crowd. Since these can be served hot or at room temperature, they are perfect as a side …
Aam Panna Popsicle
aam panna is a refreshing green mango drink. It has a smoky, tangy, refreshing flavor and is also good for cooling the body. Roasting the green mangoes on fire brings out a smoky flavor.
Healthier Crunchy Homemade Granola
The morning is abuzz with frantic activity. Everyone is up and about and doing something. There is music floating from one room and the sounds of off key singing, unbeknownst to the singer, trailing from another shower. The almost rushed activity of last minute course material is being stuffed into an already full backpack. The coffee machine chimes in with a jingle and wafts aromas of the nectar that is going to save your sanity. As you watch and hear this unfold, you have frantic thoughts of your own. You need to make sure everyone gets something nutritious and quick …
Instant Pot Jamaican Goat Curry
The Instant Pot Jamaican Goat Curry, is a good example of a unique fusion of cultures and modern convenience. Without any sacrifice in flavors the dish comes together quickly. Cooking goat meat on stove top can take hours sometimes and there is always the constant stirring. If you have a few minutes to brown the meat first and roast your potatoes separately , the dish is elevated to a more balanced and rounded off flavor. However you can totally just put everything in together, set it up and walk away. I love the pungency of the all spice …