These days, this is my quick, weeknight version of sambhar , the one I instinctively reach for when I want maximum comfort with minimum fuss. It still delivers all the depth and balance I love, just without overthinking it. Sambhar is a South Indian lentil and vegetable stew, traditionally served with rice for lunch orContinue reading “Okra Sambhar”
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Mangalorean Aubergine Green Curry
This is a Mangalorean green curry made exactly the way my mum would cook it at home. It’s the kind of everyday dish that never needed a recipe card, just instinct, fresh ingredients, and years of cooking for the family. In our house, my mum would make this green curry as an occasion treat. TheContinue reading “Mangalorean Aubergine Green Curry”
Tomato Saar
Tomato Saar is a simple, soupy tomato preparation that my mum would whip up whenever she needed something quick, light, and comforting for lunch / dinner. It’s one of those dishes that feels soothing and nourishing, especially when paired with rice. Ingredients 4 large ripe tomatoes Salt, to taste Water, as needed For the temperingContinue reading “Tomato Saar”
Avlu (Flattened Rice)
Avlu is a simple, traditional breakfast that my mum would rustle up on some mornings — quick, comforting, and quietly satisfying. It’s made with flattened rice and comes together in minutes, but the flavours are surprisingly lovely. This recipe makes one serving and the accompanying picture is made with chilly powder. Ingredients ½ cup flatContinue reading “Avlu (Flattened Rice)”
Viral Baked Feta Pasta (My Version)
This is my take on the viral baked feta pasta that took the internet by storm—and honestly, it deserves the hype. Minimal prep, big flavour, and the oven does most of the work. I’ve tweaked it slightly with wholemeal penne and a generous hit of herby goodness. Ingredients 1 block of feta cheese Cherry tomatoes,Continue reading “Viral Baked Feta Pasta (My Version)”
Leftover Christmas Bubble and Squeak (with Chilli Jam)
Bubble and squeak has one of those wonderfully literal names that tells you exactly what’s happening in the pan. Traditionally made the day after a roast, it comes from the gentle bubbling and squeaking sounds the vegetables make as they fry together. It was never meant to be fancy — it was about thrift, comfort,Continue reading “Leftover Christmas Bubble and Squeak (with Chilli Jam)”
Tofu Gochujang
When my husband’s home, I tend to cook things we both enjoy. That unfortunately rules out : tofu and anything properly spicy. So when he was away over lunch, I did what any mildly food-obsessed person would do: I raided the fridge, grabbed my new favourite ingredient — Korean gochujang paste — and decided toContinue reading “Tofu Gochujang”
Tomato, pepper and carrot soup
It is officially soup season now and I had a load of chopped veggies sitting in the freezer. So decided to try make a quick soup. Ingredients: 2 large ripe tomatoes 2 large carrots 2 red peppers 3 large cloves of garlic (halved) Olive oil A dollop of single cream 1/2 tsp of paprika SaltContinue reading “Tomato, pepper and carrot soup”
Easy Rocky Road
I got this recipe off BBC Good Food https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/easy-rocky-road I used Rich Tea Biscuits and added mini marshmallows, raisins and mixed nuts and it turned out just liked its pictured on BBC Good Food, very impressed! Just adding the recipe here so I have it all in one place for future reference. Ingredients: 200 gmsContinue reading “Easy Rocky Road”
Dal Khichdi
Simple wholesome recipe Ingredients: 1 cup Basmati rice 1/2 cup dal (Moong Dal is usually preferred but I used red lentils or masoor dal) 1 cup Mixed vegetables (I used frozen mixed veg- peas, french beans, carrots etc) 1 ghee (optional) 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp Asafoetida powder Salt to taste 1 tbsp oilContinue reading “Dal Khichdi”
