6th February 2017 — Big Fat Tummy

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Banana Pancakes

6th February 2017 HomeCook 0

These banana pancakes could be a great tiffin filler for your kids if they are not too fussy (my kids though, want everything hot – right off the flame). The […]

Sweets & Desserts

Patoleo/Pattoyo V.1.

15th August 2019 2

Patoleo / Pattoyo V.1. is the traditional version of the Goan sweet rice dumpling which is made with whole rice which is soaked and ground and stuffed with a Coconut-Palm […]

Sweets & Desserts

Quick Malai Peda

6th November 2018 0

Quick Malai Peda / Pedha is short-cut version of milk pedas. They are in no way less yummy, even though I’ve used condensed milk. This version saves the tedious effort […]

Veg. Recipes

Ridge Gourd Moong

2nd October 2017 0

Gosali/turai (ridgegourd) cooked with split green gram (moong) is a simple preparation which contains high fiber and very low calories. The coconut oil in this recipe enhances the flavor and […]

Veg. Recipes

Kanda Poha

31st March 2020 4

Kanda Poha is a breakfast or a tea time snack popular in western India. It is made with flattened parboiled rice. Poha is prepared both as a sweet or spicy […]

Cakes & Bakes

Pista Elaichi Nankhatai

13th May 2021 0

Easy to make Pista Elaichi Nankhatai (an Indian shortbread cookie flavoured with cardamom and topped with pistachios). The recipe uses few ingredients and pure ghee and is quick and effortless […]

Beef Recipes

Beef Masala Fried

7th July 2019 0

The Beef Masala Fried needs a good amount of marination time. Once marinated in the refrigerator, all you need to do is seer and cook. Then you can leave them […]

Seafood Recipes

Seer Fish Molho

10th September 2016 0

Molho is basically a sauce. Goans prepare fish molho with deep fried fish and the sauce. It is intended to be stored for long periods like a pickle without refrigeration […]

Sweets & Desserts

Goan Gons / Tender Coconut Aranhas / Candied Tender Coconut

6th December 2018 2

Goan Gons / Tender Coconut Aranhas are nothing but candied tender coconut strips. While the gons is so easy to make, the quantities given in a recipe are vague. The […]

Seafood Recipes

Crab Masala Sukkem

26th February 2018 0

Crab Masala Sukkem is a mildly spiced and tangy dry preparation of crabs. The dish also has some sweetness because of the use of coconut. The crab masala sukkem is […]

Cakes & Bakes

Eggless Chocolate Muffins / Cupcakes

15th September 2017 0

The Eggless Chocolate Muffins / Cupcakes turn out delicious (to make cupcakes, follow the link in the last step). Made with cocoa and not just colour and essence they have […]

Veg. Recipes

Vegetable Kurma

16th March 2017 0

The vegetable kurma is a mixed vegetable dish. I make it in a cashew nut – coconut gravy. It is mild and retains the flavours of the vegetable. It can […]

Veg. Recipes

Beetroot Stir Fry

31st January 2017 1

This is a simple beetroot stir fry which can be enjoyed as a side dish with rice or by itself with chappatis. Serves: 2 Persons Prep. Time: 10 Mins. Cooking […]

Mutton Recipes

Malbari Mutton Koorma

8th March 2018 0

The Malbari Mutton Koorma has the distinct flavours unique to this region of the state of Kerala. Though the curry is similar to the Goan Xacuti, it is a lot […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Coconut Palm Jaggery Filling

7th February 2018 0

Palm Jaggery or madha god (as known in Goa) gives the Coconut Palm Jaggery Filling or chunn (Konkani) its distinct flavor. This filling is used to stuff pancakes as also […]

Veg. Recipes

Koiloreos

8th October 2017 2

Koiloreos (Koiloleos / Coiloreos) are an unleavened Goan bread made with rice and coconut. They have a mildly sweet and savoury taste and are served at breakfast or at tea […]

Seafood Recipes

Dry Mackerel Para

20th May 2017 0

Dry Mackerel Para is a pickle made using sun-dried mackerels. Goans make this pickle and store it for the rainy season as fish is not easily available in those months. […]

Seafood Recipes

Vellio Kodi (Anchovy Curry)

4th September 2021 0

Vellios are a type of Anchovy. These tiny fish lend a wonderful flavor to Vellio Kodi (Anchovy Curry) – a ground coconut based curry. Even if you are not a […]

Veg. Recipes

Mushroom Cheese Toast

19th August 2021 0

Have you ever dreamt of making those delicious cafeteria bites at home? The Mushroom Cheese Toast is one such snack you can make easily. It is cheesy and easy 🙂 […]

Seafood Recipes

Spring Onion Bhaji with Prawns

4th February 2018 2

As simple as can be, the recipe for this Spring Onion Bhaji with Prawns was shared to me by my friend Betty Pires. It is a bhaji preparation where the […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Pizza Sauce

21st May 2020 0

This is the only Pizza Sauce you’ll need to make all the different varieties of Pizza. You need to make this advance and you can keep it in the refrigerator […]

Beef Recipes

Beef Aad Maas

19th November 2018 2

Beef Aad Maas is a Goan preparation of beef on the bone. The ribs are the portion of choice for this preparation. The Beef Aad Maas is a spicy, sweet […]

Seafood Recipes

Dry Mackerel Kismoor

3rd March 2018 4

Dry Mackerel Kismoor is a mixture of shredded dry mackerels (also made with dry prawns) and fresh grated coconut. It uses a few spices and goes very well alongside the […]

Chicken Recipes

Chicken Lollipops

21st September 2016 0

Chicken Lollipops are an all-time favourite of people of all ages. Follow this recipe step by step and you will have crisp and juicy chicken lollypops, better than those available at […]

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Banana Pancakes