A cuisine that’s as old as the earliest civilizations; homemade Indian meal habits can be healthful, delicious and rather addictive.
Unique, super-healthful and flavorful Indian yogurt soup 'kadhi'; made with yogurt, lentil flour and a tempering of Indian spices, it is traditionally served over steamed basmati rice.
Unique Indian inspired holiday appetizers ranging from a simple Parsi liver dip, batata vada dumplings, paneer bites to chicken tikka and mushroom tapas.
‘Samosa’ the versatile Indian snack is essentially crisp deep-fried dough, with a filling of ‘just about anything’ from potatoes and peas in its best known version, to other vegetables of choice and delicious ground meat fillings.
Lemony spiced fish Tikka Kebab coated with a tangy spice blend rub and best cooked on an outdoor grill, and served with a generous squeeze of lemon juice.
On the Bar List (non-alcoholic versions included) Lemony Mint Watermelon Cooler Cocktail Coconut Water Blueberry Margarita Back in India, summers bring on a need for endless hydration; one which is amply satisfied by street-side stalls and vendors, selling.
On the High Tea menu Ginger Spiced Chai – An Indian Tea Preparation Parsi Cumin and Almond ‘Khari’ Biscuit Pistachio and Saffron Rice Pudding (Kheer) Cheese Chili Toast Triangles Isn’t it surprising that India is a predominantly tea drinking nation?.
Chaat, a generic term for snacks and munchies sold by street food vendors in India (and often made at home,) are a popular party favorite and alludes to a mélange of savory ingredients brought together with a signature tangy Chaat taste.
Grill Indian Naan on an outdoor barbecue to create that classic Tandoor char on this well-known Indian bread.
It’s 5pm on a Tuesday evening, as a group of us busy moms stood swapping notes at swim practice.
Are you one of the envied few who can cook flawless rice every time? Each long grain of rice standing in the spotlight of its own glory: fluffy, aromatic and steaming hot…Well, then this post is not for you and I’ll see you next week with the last delicious.
Thanksgiving Day leftovers have a special joy; they bring back flavorful memories of an exciting meal, in addition to being a precursor to the amazing treats and eats awaiting us through the upcoming holiday season.
Melt-in-your-mouth Parsi Kavab or Kebab using ground meat of choice, potatoes and a blend of delicious spices, herbs and aromatics.
Refreshing island flavors over lightly spiced flaky tilapia or fish of choice.
My version of home-style hash inspired by Indian ‘Baingan Bharta’ made with roasted eggplant cooked in spices and aromatics.
A unique set of flavors add depth to this easy-to-prepare white chicken curry made with cashew nuts, onion and coconut along with a touch of whole spices and herbs.
Homemade version of popular Indian classic ‘Palak Paneer’ ladled into ramekins, topped with pie crust and baked to golden goodness as a Pot Pie.
My family's favorite Chicken Kathi Roll recipe with a filling of spicy shredded chicken cooked in a broth.
Okra or ladyfingers (Bhindi) are cooked well, Parsi-style, in Indian spices and aromatics.
Lighten things up this Thanksgiving and holiday season with a fresh citrus and mint flavored marinade slathered over the turkey meat.
Creamy casserole with Jalapeño peppers and sweet yellow corn mixed in a nutmeg and cinnamon flavored white (béchamel) sauce.