11th June 2017 — Big Fat Tummy

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Tia Terezinha’s Xacuti Powder

11th June 2017 HomeCook 9

I know of two people whose xacuti masala turned out just right. One was my dad and the other Aunt Aida (Terezinha) . Both of them handpicked the spices without […]

Seafood Recipes

Crispy Fried Fresh Bombay Ducks

10th September 2021 1

Who doesn’t like Crispy Fried Fresh Bombay Ducks [Bombils/Bummalos] ? If you have ever eaten these melt in the mouth fish you are hooked ? And when they are crispy […]

Chicken Recipes

Chicken Curry

8th October 2017 6

This recipe of chicken curry is influenced by a combination of cuisines in India. The use of dagad phool gives the dish it’s distinct aroma. You can serve this curry […]

Cakes & Bakes

No Bake Yoghurt Cheese Cake

15th September 2020 0

This is a recipe for a No Bake Yoghurt Cheese Cake. It is a delicious dessert which will take very little time or effort to make. Serves: 8 Persons Prep. […]

Chicken Recipes

Caldo De Galinha – Goan Chicken Broth

23rd November 2016 0

A strengthening soup, the Caldo de Galinha – Goan Chicken Broth / Soup is very good to drink on cold winter evenings. You can sit in the comforts of your […]

Sweets & Desserts

Chingya Caldo – A Goan Protein Drink

4th March 2018 0

Chingya Caldo or Konn is a forgotten protein drink which was made in Goa. It is made with moong/mung (green gram), coconut and jaggery. It has a watery soup-like consistency. […]

Cakes & Bakes

Carrot Raisin Muffins

22nd September 2016 0

Make these carrot raisin muffins to fill your kids tiffins. You can have them also as a tea time snack. Servings: 6 Prep. Time: 20 Mins. Baking Time: 40 Mins. […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Chepnim Tor / Goan Mangoes in Brine

5th May 2019 1

Just at the beginning of the Mango season – when the mango trees are radiant with the raw green fruit – it is just about the time when people in […]

Seafood Recipes

Crab & Prawn Ros Curry

9th March 2018 0

I had bought some really fresh crabs and prawns and couldn’t quite decide what to make for lunch that day. I just could not bear keeping one of the two […]

Chicken Recipes

Chicken Kodi

21st May 2020 3

Chicken Kodi (Goan for curry) is an orange curry similar to the Goan fish curries. I use the Goan coconut based spiced masala paste and those pieces of chicken which […]

Cakes & Bakes

Goan Bread – Oondhe / Unndho / Pokshe

1st May 2021 9

Oondhe is one of the many variants of Goan bread. It is also called Oondo, Unndho and Pokshe (Thanks Hyacintha Bella – member of Big Fat Tummy Friends FB Group […]

Veg. Recipes

Dal à la Ina (Masoor Dal Recipe)

10th September 2016 0

I have the pleasure of being part of the Madhouse Balcao – a ‘Whatsapp’ group of former class mates now placed all over the world. And I had shared this […]

Mutton Recipes

Kerala Mutton Stew

27th November 2016 0

This is a Kerala style mutton broth. Even though you look at the number of spices listed below, the gravy turns out to be mild and the flavour of the […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Chicken Stock

5th April 2020 2

The recipe below shows you how to prepare Chicken Stock. You can use this Chicken Stock to prepare soups or also in your chicken dishes or pulaos to make them […]

Chicken Recipes

Goan Green Chicken

23rd June 2017 8

The Goan Green Chicken is a chicken curry which uses green corriander as its main flavouring agent. Usually cooked with beef in Goa, the chicken variant is good for those […]

Sweets & Desserts

Honey Glazed Walnut

10th September 2016 4

The honey glazed walnut can be used with salads. You can also munch them as a snack. Prep. Time: 5 Mins….. Cooking Time: 10 Mins….. Ingredients: Walnuts – 1 cup […]

Cakes & Bakes

Milk Powder Cake

15th September 2020 0

Milk powder has a particular taste that has enthralled me throughout my lifetime. The yummy flavour enhances anything that you add it to. I use it sometimes in my tea […]

Chicken Recipes

Chicken Xacuti

26th November 2018 0

Chicken Xacuti is a robust spiced coconut curry that is definately one of the most popular curries in Goa. It is so popular that it is served from breakfast to […]

Chicken Recipes

Goan Macaroni Soup

6th April 2020 2

The Goan Macaroni Soup is a simple soup made in a broth of just onions, tomatoes and tiny chopped potatoes. The macaroni provides the bulk to the soup and hence […]

Cakes & Bakes

Black Forest Trifle Pudding

12th May 2021 0

The Black Forest Trifle Pudding is basically a deconstructed Black Forest Cake (Click here). We use two more ingredients in the trifle than in the cake to make this yummy […]

Cakes & Bakes

Black Forest Cake

12th May 2021 0

The Black Forest Cake needs no introduction. It is a very popular dessert cake of German Origin. My first tasting was when I was in my early teens. It was […]

Sweets & Desserts

Milk Cream

23rd November 2017 14

Made with full cream milk and powdered cashew nuts, the Milk Cream is a regular and quintessential Christmas sweet. The sweet is so simple but exquisitely yummy that it’s difficult […]

Sweets & Desserts

Paneer Ki Mithai

16th October 2016 0

The paneer (cottage cheese) is used extensively in Indian cuisine. It is used for starters, main course, sweet meals and various varied preparations which make it a versatile ingredient in […]

Seafood Recipes

Goan Crab Sukkem

28th October 2016 0

My mummy makes this crab preparation with zero oil. A few ingredients steamed in their own juices create a dish so awesome that is basic and retains all flavours of […]

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Day: 11 June 2017

Tia Terezinha’s Xacuti Powder