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”
A Vegetarian Showstopper That Truly Delivered: Jamie Oliver’s Veggie Christmas Filo
When you cook often, especially for guests, you build a mental list of safe dishes, the ones you know will work. But every now and then, a recipe comes along that tempts you to step outside that comfort zone. Jamie Oliver’s Veggie Christmas Filo was one of those for me. I’d watched Jamie make thisContinue reading “A Vegetarian Showstopper That Truly Delivered: Jamie Oliver’s Veggie Christmas Filo”
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”
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