A melange of flavours and textures, this dish is an absolute treat for the senses. A harmonious balance of spicy and soothing, crunchy and creamy, sharp and sweet, every bite is as exciting as the first. Portions: Serves two generously on its own. Perfect for 3-4 if served as a side with proteins such as…
Category: easy meals
Spaghetti aglio olio with assorted seafood
An absolute treat perfect for those busy/lazy days when no longer than 20 minutes shall be spent in the kitchen Portions: Generous for three on its own; perfect for four with a side salad (I love some arugula and baby plum tomatoes with this) or sauteed asparagus, mushrooms and green beans Ingredients: 250 grams of…
Creamy spinach and basil soup
The perfect bowl of nourishment, this creamy spinach and basil soup makes you all warm and cozy while keeping the calories in check. Quick and easy, this recipe provides the much needed comfort on a chilly autumn/winter night. Portions: Serve with warm bread or/and croutons and enjoy a filling meal for two. Great for three/…
Korean spicy rice cakes (Tteokbokki) with fish balls and eggs served with kelp, onion, bamboo shoot and gem lettuce stir fry
The perfect chilly winter night treat, the very delicious Korean favorite, hot and spicy Tteokbokki is as warm and cozy as it gets. Portions: A very generous meal for two; great as a snack for three, perhaps four. Effort: Quick and easy, these spicy rice cakes take no more than 30-40 minutes from start to finish….
Oven roasted piri piri chicken drumsticks with tangy veggie salad
These piri piri chicken drumsticks are healthy, easy to make, budget-friendly and deliciously juicy… An absolute favourite! Portions: Great for three with some carbs. We love it with roasted potatoes/ fries and/or a small serving of rice. Perfect on its own as a satisfying low-carb meal for two. Effort: Hardly any; it takes 5 minutes…
Adraki palak dal or red lentil stew with spinach and ginger
As I look back at my childhood, I find it hard to remember a day when a big pot of my mom’s masur daal (red lentil stew) wasn’t bubbling away in the kitchen filling our home and our hearts with its heady aroma. Owing to Assamese dietary habits and lentil’s mighty protein content, masur daal…