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Goan Keleacho Halwo .. a banana sweet dish

7th March 2017 HomeCook 0

Goan keleacho halwo is a banana sweet dish prepared in Goa using the Moira (Goan variety) bananas which are long and thick. The halwo can also be made with the Kerala […]

Parsi Style Pomfret Vindaloo

7th March 2017 HomeCook 0

The Parsi style pomfret vindaloo is a milder version of the Goan vindaloo. The dish seems to be influenced by Goans as in the olden days, many a Parsi household […]

Seafood Recipes

Prawns on a Stick – Goan Style

16th May 2021 0

Prawns on a Stick – Goan Style – aka “Goan Prawn Satay” is a simple but fancy prep fully worthy of lining you party buffet table. Looks pretty and tastes […]

Veg. Recipes

Cheesy Potato Squares

15th September 2017 0

Instead of having your children eat ready to eat processed foods as snacks, it is better to feed them these fun cheesy potato squares. You can also serve the cheesy […]

Seafood Recipes

Black Pomfret & Raw Mango Curry

16th April 2018 4

When raw mangoes are in season, I like to make this ‘no coconut’ Black Pomfret & Raw Mango Curry. The curry is spicy and tangy and makes you drool. You […]

Veg. Recipes

Carrot and Capsicum

22nd February 2018 1

This preparation of Carrot and Capsicum is almost like a warm salad. It makes use of just mustard seeds and some herbs. It’s very easy to make. In fact cleaning […]

Seafood Recipes

Goan Crab Curry

9th July 2017 0

The Goan crab curry is very simple and quick to make. The coconut gravy of the curry and the flavours of the crabs intermingle to give you a delightful and […]

Pork Recipes

Pork Curry

21st May 2017 0

The pork curry is quick and easy to make and must be served with hot steaming rice. The recipe uses coconut and whole spices. Thus the curry turns out mild […]

Seafood Recipes

Goan Pomfret Curry

11th July 2017 4

Usually Goan fish curries are prepared with a ground coconut masala paste. I like to prepare the Goan Pomfret Curry with spiced coconut milk. The curry turns out light and […]

Veg. Recipes

Methi Potato Bhaji

8th December 2016 0

This preparation is for people who do not like the taste of methi. The potatoes take away the bitter taste of methi and help balance the taste of the methi. […]

Chicken Recipes

Chicken Rolls

27th September 2016 1

I use home made mayonnaise to make my chicken rolls. The commercial ones available are generally too sweet. You can however choose to use a good mayonnaise from the market if […]

Veg. Recipes

Mushroom Xacuti

4th July 2017 4

The Mushroom Xacuti needs no introduction. It’s a versatile dish that can be served at any meal. Serve it at breakfast with some kadak pao, at lunch with hot steamed […]

Seafood Recipes

East Indian Bombay Duck Curry

22nd September 2016 8

The melt in the mouth fish – Bombay Duck, could soon be a rarity, as warming of the seas and intensive fishing are pushing its populations deeper into the sea. Although […]

Beef Recipes

Goan Red Beef Mince

23rd April 2017 3

The Goan Red Beef Mince is very easy to make. It can be served with rice and that’s it. No other accompaniment is needed. Children as well as seniors will […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Batter Fried Fish for Chinese Preps

16th October 2016 2

Batter Fried fish is used in Chinese Preparations. You can pre-prep. the Batter Fried Fish for Chinese Preps for later use in your Indo-chinese dishes. Serves: A Family of Four […]

Pork Recipes

Goan Sausage Rolls

21st April 2018 2

Goan Sausage Rolls are baked buns stuffed with the unique Goan Pork Chorizo or Choris as locally called in Goa. Every Goan household whether in Goa or anywhere in the […]

Chicken Recipes

Goan Red Chicken Curry

23rd March 2017 0

The Goan red chicken curry does not use any coconut. It makes use of whole spices, chillies and a tamarind-vinegar combination . The curry turns out mildly spicy and tangy. […]

Veg. Recipes

Snake Gourd Chana Stir Fry

2nd February 2017 2

Snake Gourd or padwal / parwal is popular in south and southeast Asian cuisine. This vegetable is rich in vitamins and minerals. Chana dal is low on gluten and hence […]

Egg Recipes

Cheese Balls

30th November 2018 0

Cheese Balls are a yummylicious snack to serve in your entrée party platter. Kids also love these and you could serve these as snacks in the evening or pack some […]

Beef Recipes

Beef Steak with Pepper Sauce

2nd May 2020 0

Treat yourself with this easy to make Beef Steak with Pepper Sauce. Serve it with some pan fried butter vegetables and home-made fries (click here). The juicy steak is well […]

Veg. Recipes

Herbed Carrots

28th May 2017 0

Serve these herbed carrots as a side with your roasted protein dishes. You can also serve it as a snack. Prep. Time: 5 Mins. Cooking Time: 5 to 6 Mins. […]

Chicken Recipes

Express Chicken Fry

23rd October 2016 0

I call this recipe Express Chicken Fry because it uses very few readily available ingredients. The preparation can be done in advance and it can be fried just before serving. […]

Cakes & Bakes

Warm Banana Pudding

18th September 2016 1

The goodness of bananas combined with cake and toffee. Tastes best when served warm. You can serve the warm banana pudding as soon as it’s made. Doesn’t need any standing […]

Beef Recipes

Beef Chilly

7th October 2017 3

Inspired by the Goan beef chilly fry and east Asian cooking, I set out to make a beef chilly. The main ingredients being ready to use sauces. The results at […]

Pork Recipes

Pork Aad Maas

19th November 2018 0

Pork Aad Maas is a Goan preparation of pork that is on the bone. The Pork Aad Maas is slow cooked and the resultant broth is sweet, tangy and mildly […]

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Day: 7 March 2017

Goan Keleacho Halwo .. a banana sweet dish

Parsi Style Pomfret Vindaloo