A cuisine that’s as old as the earliest civilizations; homemade Indian meal habits can be healthful, delicious and rather addictive.
Often, entrees and main courses overshadow their equally delicious counterparts, the sides that accompany them.
You see it often in Indian recipes…and if unfamiliar with Indian cooking, you’re probably wondering when you missed the memo on ‘ginger-garlic paste’ becoming a generic term.
Parsi food has grown into a unique west coast Indian cuisine which still retains some food flavors and techniques from ancient Persia
It’s legendary really; the Parsi love for eggs and its appearance in our daily meals.
Used moderately in the right balance, Indian spices turn an ordinary meal into a smorgasbord of flavors on your palate.
Served at most Parsi events and occasions, ‘Chicken Farchas’ are a uniquely Parsi cuisine serving of crisp on the outside and moist on the inside chicken-pieces, much like a spiced version of the western concept of ‘fried chicken’.
Indian cuisine’s love of rice is well-known.
Great list of tools for Indian cooking, perfect for people looking to create more Indian flavors in their kitchen.
With the turkey, fixings and leftovers all taken care of in advance; this year we spent Thanksgiving week enjoying NYC’s holiday season festivities.
I’m conducting a survey on home cooking habits & family meals, and could use your inputs.
The masterclass on cooking with lentils got great participant feedback.
5 fail-proof steps to cook pork tenderloin in the oven and a delicious honey ginger pork tenderloin slider sandwich
Simple, healthy flavorful, fiber-rich winter meal recipe, roasted Indian spiced butternut squash and Basmati rice Pulao
Chutneys and pickles come together simply, in a small amount of time, but pack a punch of intense flavor to any meal, like sandwiches, curries and kebab.
Parsi Fish Cutlets from Parsi Cuisine's Seafood recipe collection - part of my summer series of cooking ethnic with my kids.
Next Thursday, join me in a fun and informative virtual masterclass on everything you need (and want) to know about the many facets of cooking with lentils – from a healthy nutritious weeknight meal, to wholesome weekend dinner or light salad option.
I'm hosting my first virtual cooking class with a beloved Parsi dish - the shrimp patia along with the traditional accompaniments of yellow toor lentil 'Dhan Dar' and steamed Basmati rice.
Fragrant basmati rice is cooked in puréed fresh tomatoes, flavored with chopped garlic, couple of whole spices, fresh mint, cilantro and lemon juice.
Since fellow food businesses have often called on me for start-up advice and guidance, the idea was to launch with a start-up bootcamp.
Just thought I’d send out a mid-week post to let everyone know that ‘Spice Up Your Celebration’ is now available for purchase globally, filled with Indian-inspired recipes for your occasions, holidays and entertaining.