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”
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)”
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”
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”
Dal Khichdi
Simple wholesome recipe Ingredients: Method: Wash the rice and lentils a couple of times till the water runs clear. Place the washed rice, lentils and vegetables in a pressure cooker. Add turmeric powder, asafoetida and salt and couple of cups of water. Close the pressure cooker and cook for about 7-8 whistles (you know yourContinue reading “Dal Khichdi”
Aloo Mutter
I have previously posted Mutter Paneer, this version has potatoes (Aloo) instead of Paneer. It is a lovely dish and can be served with rice or chapatties and tastes fabulous. Ingredients:- 2 cups frozen peas 1/2 cup fried onions (or 1 large onion chopped) 8 baby potatoes or 2 large potatoes 2 large ripe tomatoesContinue reading “Aloo Mutter”
Methi Mutter Malai
As the name states the main ingredients are Methi (Fenugreek leaves), Mutter (Green Peas) and Malai (Cream). The actual recipe calls for fresh Methi leaves but I can’t usually source them here in London so my version uses the dried leaves (Kasuri Methi) – you will find it in any Indian store, in the spiceContinue reading “Methi Mutter Malai”
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