A classic recipe for a staple Goan Prawn and Radish Curry (Soongta Hooman in Konkani) made with Daikon that you'll find in every home. A simple curry that only just needs a bowl of steamed rice for a complete soul-satisfying meal. Don't believe me? Ask a Goan! Few meals in this world are as special to me as a classic Goan one – not only because I’m born Goan and it’s the food I grew up with; but also because I inherently love the ... read more
{Recipe} Goan Prawn and Radish Curry
Peruvian at Waka, The Oberoi
Waka at the Oberoi, Dubai is a swanky new addition to the local dining scene with an interesting menu that highlights the best of Peruvian dishes ranging from ceviches to tapas and a fantastic selection of cocktails making it a perfect date night spot. We were there on the night of the Cinco De Mayo celebrations ( just a happy coincidence) and we could tell it was already one helluva party as we walked through the grand lobby of the Oberoi ... read more
{Recipe} Goan Mackerel Fish Pickle
Goan Mackerel Fish Pickle Recipe - a great little condiment that elevates a simple meal. Use the freshest mackerel you can get and this will last for a few days in the refrigerator. What might be frugal to some is absolute comfort food to me. I can elevate a really bad day by simply getting back home and cooking up a simple Dal -Chawal (Steamed rice). Tempering the dal, hearing the crackling of the whole cumin seeds in hot ghee, taking off ... read more
{Recipe} Squid Hakka Noodles
Squid Hakka Noodles inspired from famous street side Indo-chinese recipes that are an inseparable part of India's food culture. Calamari rings ( squid) stir fried together with lots of vegetables and eggs make it one wholesome meal. Everyone has this one dish they over indulged in their University days - we are all guilty of it. Mostly the choices come from the tiny college budget we are on. Sometimes, just Maggi had to do. Or even toast and ... read more
{Recipe} Goan Ripe Mango Curry
The Goan style ripe mango curry ( Ghotan Sansav in Konkani) is a light summery vegetarian curry that has all the simple sweet sour and spicy flavors we love. As a kid the onset of summer always brought smiles to our faces - the joy of being done with exams, the promise of all the fun & games and extended free time with cousins and friends. Us city kids were especially excited at the prospects of being away from parents watchful eyes and ... read more
{Recipe} Goan Chicken Cafreal
Goan Chicken Cafreal Recipe - a Portuguêse inspired Goan chicken cooked in a paste made from fresh coriander leaves and spices. Add potatoes to make it even more wholesome and serve with a side of crusty bread. We all have that one special dish we truly love – the one we look for in every restaurant menu, we judge the standards of restaurants based on how well they make it. And you wonder, why everyone around you, doesn’t quite get why ... read more
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