There’s a funny thing about life and I think is true for most of us – when we have something we do not realize it’s worth but when it goes away…we long for it. Whether its materialistic possessions or memories, we want to hold on to what went away. When I was growing up my…
METHI THEPLE (Preparation Time:40 mins; Yields: 18-20)
Being a mom has taught me one thing for sure – to be prepared for any circumstances. When you are travelling with two kids despite best planning things will get out of control, because kids’ behavior is unpredictable. Long lines and weird travel hours, don’t help either. My mantra is keep enough snacks and you’ll…
Methi Chicken (Preparation Time: 40 minutes; Serves: 4)
I love adding green leaves to my chicken or mutton curry. It not only makes it healthier but also adds fresh flavors. My favorites are Palak Mutton, Dhania Chicken and Methi Chicken. The combination of tangy and creamy with slightly bitter Methi (fenugreek) leaves and chicken in a curry is so delicious, that you’ll remember…
MASALA CHAACH (Cilantro Ginger Buttermilk) Preparation Time: 10 mins, Serves: 4
The days spent as a student are the best. When I was a student I used to think grown ups are lucky, they don’t have to study for hours and stress over exams and grades, obviously I had no idea about the grown up responsibilities and stresses!! I wish I could go back into the…
HUSBAND IN THE KITCHEN: PAV BHAAJI (Preparation time: 45 minutes; Serves:4-6
I cook like once a year and most often, just to cajole her…like making up for something ‘terrible’ that she ‘thinks’ I did. This Sunday, The Mount Fuji in her was waiting to explode. I certainly thought she was overreacting to a couple of ‘things’, but I suggest you decide who was right Saturday afternoon,…
SPICY AND TANGY BHARWAAN BAINGAN (Preparation Time: 40 minutes; Serves:3-4)
Whatever you call it – Eggplant, Aubergine, Brinjal or Baingan – it is a versatile vegetable that is represented in several cuisines. It is amazing how different this vegetable tastes with a little change in spices and cooking styles. I love eggplants…whether cooked in Indian style (hot and spicy) or baked and grilled as…
GOBHI MATAR (Cauliflower and Peas), Preparation Time: 30 minutes, Serves:4-6)
Cauliflower is such a versatile vegetable, I am still learning to cook different variations – but between Gobhi Aaloo and Gobhi Matar, I have always preferred the latter. This one is a result of many years of practice and improvising, to get the perfect restaurant style preparation. Testimony is my friends who have had and…
ARBI PATRA – (TARO LEAVES’ WRAP); Preparation Time: 50 mins, Serves:4
If you’re bored of similar snacks/appetizers at every party – Hara bhara kabab, spring rolls, samosas, paneer/chicken tikka etc etc., and looking for something refreshingly new, this one completely fits the bill. This is tangy and sweet at the same time, and very addictive. If you plan to host some friends, include this in your…
ACHARI AALOO or PICKLED POTATO SANDWICH ( Serves:4, Preparation Time: 30 mins)
Most of us who’ve spend their childhood in India, have had some version of potato sandwich. We’ve carried it in our lunch boxes, had it on picnics, and evening snack with milk for us and never ending cups of chai for our parents. My mom would almost always have boiled potatoes in the fridge, to…