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Okra Sambhar

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”

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”

Kanda Poha – A Taste of Home and a Thousand Memories

This is one of those dishes that instantly takes me back to childhood. Mum would make Kanda Poha for breakfast, or sometimes for tea time — tea in India meaning the 4–5:30 pm snack, not to be confused with British “tea”, which I quickly learned actually means dinner or supper. As you can imagine, thatContinue reading “Kanda Poha – A Taste of Home and a Thousand Memories”

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 Method Add allContinue 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 Method Simple, comforting, and ridiculously satisfying—proof thatContinue reading “Viral Baked Feta Pasta (My Version)”

Koal (Clams) Curry – A Taste of Home

Koal (clams) Curry or Sukka (will post that recipe another time) has always been my all-time favourite Mangalorean dish. There’s something magical about the way the clams absorb the spices and the subtle tang of tamarind, making each bite unforgettable. I recently made it for a dinner we hosted, and it was a hit withContinue reading “Koal (Clams) Curry – A Taste of Home”

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)”

Sunday Special Chicken Curry

Everyone has people in their life they look up to. One such person for me is Leela Akka, a super-cool woman I’m incredibly lucky to have grown up with. We were neighbours in India, and I practically lived in her house. Anytime she cooked something special, we were guaranteed to get some. I was guttedContinue reading “Sunday Special Chicken Curry”

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”