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Fish Rezala

I get so happy during winters ❀ πŸ˜‰ Crazy ? Yeah, sort of πŸ˜› But then residing in a hot tropical country, we highly appreciate the short winter months. Something to look forward to the entire summer. Winters also ensures … Continue reading

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Mochar Chop – Banana flower croquettes

After being unwell and a gap of three weeks, I decided I will post something gastronomic to my foodie readers πŸ˜€ Being a Bengali, people usually come to the conclusion that I am from Kolkata. Well, I have to correct … Continue reading

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Mutton Korma

Mutton Korma, is a delicacy from the royal kitchens of the Mughals. Mughali cuisine is not for those following a diet. It is a cuisine of foodies. I have come across zero-oil Mughlai cuisine. Hello !!! Mughlai ? zero -oil … Continue reading

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Rui Dumpukht

  Rui = freshwater carp, a much consumed fish among Bengalis. We share an eternal love affair with fish ❀ πŸ˜‰ Well, I cannot claim originality of the recipe since it is not from my repertoire of recipes. I was … Continue reading

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Aloo Wadi – The Punjabi way

It has been more than two decades since I became a resident of this city. Inspite of being the country capital and a fascinating historical past, the city doesn’t rate much for various reasons…….But it is a city which welcomes … Continue reading

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Palak Paneer – Cottage cheese in spinach gravy

This is a evergreen vegetarian dish, cooked in every household of North to Central India. It is served in family gatherings, weddings and as special treat for sunday lunch or dinner. Paneer = Cottage cheese, is not so humble an … Continue reading

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Chana saag Kofta – Steamed chickpea greens dumplings in gravy

‘Chane ka saag’ = Chickpea greens, are the tender leafy shoot of the chickpea bush/ plant. It is usually found in the markets during the mid to end of the winter months. In Delhi markets it is a rarity. But … Continue reading

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Prawn Pad Thai

Pad Thai, you stole my heart ! ❀ This delicious, flavorful Thai food is almost surreal ! I was sceptical about trying to create this delectable Thai food at home. Then came a belated Diwali gift box full of various … Continue reading

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Thai Green Curry with prawns

I have always had this delicious green curry with chicken. Since I am not a great fan of chicken (is it unusual ?) , I went for my favorite ingredient – prawns πŸ˜€ Praveen is not overly fond of Asian … Continue reading

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Leftovers Platter

Do you sometimes see too many of leftovers crowding the fridge ?? πŸ˜‰ I do frequently πŸ˜€ What do you do ?? Β – I feed it to myself πŸ˜› interestingly and finger -lickingly good πŸ˜‰ and that’s called ‘Blowing your … Continue reading

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