Pork belly is my favourite cut of meat. While chicken thighs are a close second, there isn’t anything quite like a piece of pork belly that’s been braised in a sweet and spicy sauce and flavoured with tons of aromatics until the meat is fork tender and the skin is gelatinous and sticky with all…
Category: Freezer and pantry meal
Braised pork chops with beans
Winters call for comforting and warming soups, broths and stews. One of our favourites is this relatively quick cooking stew like dish which once done, leaves us with beautifully fork tender pork and rich and flavourful bean stew that pairs really well with crusty breads or/and roasted vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners or for entertaining,…
Cheese and Onion Chicken fingers
I am a big fan of cheese and onion crisps; I believe that my love for them shall reign supreme and I simply cannot envision a day when I’ll get tired of them. If you, like me, would like to infuse those familiar savoury, oniony, cheesy flavours into crunchy nuggets of chicken while feeling kinda…
Easy Chickpea Curry or Chana Masala
A bowl of Chana Masala makes me nostalgic; it takes me back to Durga Puja and Diwali season when the sound of devotional music and smell of fire crackers fill the crisp autumn air. Gifts abundant and studying rare, it is the time of the year eagerly awaited by kids and grownups alike. And, unsurprisingly,…
Perfectly Puffy Luchis
Beautifully puffy luchis makes me nostalgic; they takes me back to Durga Puja and Diwali season when the sound of devotional music and smell of fire crackers fill the crisp autumn air. Amongst all things eaten with gusto, Luchis claim a special place in my heart and fill me with joy and while I am…
Hot and sweet chicken wings
Some evenings just call for chicken wings; its association with game nights is undeniable. With sports season upon us, we can’t possibly have enough recipes to celebrate this humble cut of poultry which was once considered undesirable. So, here’s my version; spicy with a hint of sweet, these wings are oven-baked until delightfully crisp and…
Cashew Chicken Bhuna
Mild and yet deliciously rich, Cashew Chicken Bhuna is my take on chicken Bhuna with the added indulgence of creamy cashew nut sauce. It pairs beautifully with rice, naan, Tandoori Rotis and chapatis and an oniony lemony fresh salad of cucumbers, tomatoes and chillis. Choose any low or no fat variety of Indian bread or…
Lime and coriander rice with beans
This Lime and Coriander Rice with Beans is vegan, tasty, nutritious and great for meal prep. Enough said 🙂 Ingredients (serves 4 to 6) 1-2 tbsp of oil 1/2 tsp of fennel seeds 1/4 tsp cumin seeds 1 white onion, finely chopped 3-4 garlic, finely minced or grated 1/2 tsp of salt 1/4 – 1/2…
Easy Paneer Butter Masala
Rich and yet, subtle, Paneer Butter Masala is a creamy, delicately flavoured and mildly sweet dish made with tomatoes, panner, cashews, cream and all of such lovely things that’ve been caramelised, simmered and blitzed into the smoothest sauce. I make mine with whole spices for an intensely flavoured curry but we could just as easily…
Gluten free Cocoa Brownie fudge
These cocoa brownie fudge are a thing of beauty. They come together in jiffy and can be enjoyed by all. Quick and easy to make using widely available naturally gluten free ingredients, these cocoa brownie fudge are great as gifts and work beautifully for celebrations, holidays and parties. I, however, have them prepped and ready…
Meat balls and beans pasta bake
Portions: Serves 4 Ingredients: 250 grams of lean minced meat of any kind; I have used chicken 1 can of red kidney beans, drained and rinsed, half for the meat balls and the rest saved for later 1 tsp of onion powder 1/2 tsp of salt for the meat balls and more to taste for…
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….
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