20th May 2018 — Big Fat Tummy

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Goan Choriso Maas

20th May 2018 HomeCook 2

The Goan Choriso Maas is a preparation of pork meat made by Goans for Ladinhas / Saibini [Prayer Meetings] and even weddings. It is a quick version of the Goan […]

Beef Recipes

Pork and Beef Stew

8th August 2017 8

When Goans prepare the pork and beef stew, all the ingredients are cooked separately and then combined in the end. The preparation looks and tastes dry. Dollops of butter are […]

Veg. Recipes

Tamdi Patol Bhaji

28th February 2018 0

Leafy vegetables are mostly cooked dry or as a semi gravy. I decided to make Red Amaranth with coconut milk and I’ve named the creation Tamdi Patol Bhaji. It is […]

Seafood Recipes

Goan Mackerel Cutlets

7th November 2016 2

Mackerels are a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids. They have a distinct flavour. However, those who are fussy fish eaters (children especially), may find it difficult to eat mackerels […]

Seafood Recipes

Goan Prawn Molho

13th April 2017 11

The Goan Prawn Molho is a sweet, tangy and mildly spiced pickle made with fresh prawns. This recipe for the Goan Prawn Molho was shared to me by Giselda Menezes […]

Mutton Recipes

Mutton Coconut Curry

14th March 2017 0

This is my version for a mutton coconut curry which is a combination of Maharashtrian and Goan styles. My children are the xitt-kodi (rice & curry) types and they enjoy […]

Pork Recipes

Goan Pork Stew

30th September 2016 2

One more dish that turns my boys into drooling puppies. This is my version of the Goan Pork Stew which can be served as a complete meal. You could serve […]

Seafood Recipes

Pomfret Caldinho

30th May 2017 0

My mom has always had a different approach to cooking. This is her way of cooking this timeless dish. We prefer the pomfret caldinho just like this. You will have […]

Veg. Recipes

Tendli and Carrot Pickle

19th May 2017 5

The Tendli and Carrot Pickle is another of Aunt Rosy’s (about) recipes. Gherkins and carrots are perfect for pickling. Great to make and store for the rainy season, the pickle […]

Seafood Recipes

Kerala Squid Coconut Stir Fry

10th November 2016 0

The thought that squids would go well with coconut never occurred to me. As a Goan I only came across stuffed squids or squids in an ambot tik. The batter […]

Egg Recipes

Egg Masala Curry

5th May 2019 3

The Egg Masala Curry is a poached egg curry. It is distinct from the Goan Egg Drop Curry (click here) or the Egg Xacuti Curry (click here) because it uses […]

Seafood Recipes

Pomfret in a Creamy Coconut Sauce

6th November 2016 0

This recipe was passed on to my mother by her m-i-l, my grand mom. She had had a paralytic attack and yet she was very active. My mother remembers how […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Goan Jeerem Meerem Powder

19th October 2017 2

The Goan Jeerem Meerem Powder is a type of garam masala powder. It is very versatile and can be used with meats, eggs or vegetables. My method below is a […]

Seafood Recipes

Fresh Catch Curry

10th November 2016 0

Fishermen with very small boats do not venture deep into the sea. When these ramponkars (Goan for fishermen with small boats) come to sell their catch at the market, they sometimes […]

Seafood Recipes

Prawn Bilimbi Sukka

11th April 2019 0

The Prawn Bilimbi Sukka is a zero oil recipe. It is a steamed preparation made with the seasonal bilimbi / bimbla, fresh shelled prawns and grated coconut. The mild sourness […]

Cakes & Bakes

Dessicated Coconut Mango Cake Muffins

11th June 2019 0

The Dessicated Coconut Mango Cake Muffins are made with dessicated coconut, semolina and mango puree. This recipe derives from the Dessicated Coconut Cake (click here) with some modifications. I have […]

Beef Recipes

Goan Beef Pea Stew

21st November 2017 0

My boys are so fond of beef and they love pasta. So I have to keep coming up with ways to please their hungry tummies. The Goan Beef Pea Stew […]

Chicken Recipes

Hyderabadi Chilli Chicken

1st May 2021 0

If you like a spicy entrée / starter / appetizer, then the Hyderabadi Chilli Chicken is a must try for you. It’s delicious, easy to make and can also be […]

Veg. Recipes

Paneer Chilly Dry / Gravy

23rd September 2016 2

Indo-Chinese preparation that all will relish. You can cook the paneer chilly dry as a starter or as a gravy to accompany your main course Chinese dish. Serves: A Family of […]

Beverages

Milk Tea

31st March 2020 2

Tea is the second most consumed beverage in the world. Everyone has their own method of preparing the beverage. This is the way we prepare our Milk Tea. We thought […]

Beef Recipes

Coconut Beef Curry

3rd May 2020 0

If you find the flavours of a xacuti too bold, then you will like the Coconut Beef Curry (click here for a beef xacuti). Even otherwise this curry is very […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Goan Red Coconut Chutney

2nd February 2018 1

The Goan Red Coconut Chutney is not as popular as the Green Chutney (click here for the green version) and was used as a substitute for curry. And since it […]

Cakes & Bakes

Goan Kadak Pao

8th April 2020 0

This is by far the easiest recipe for Goan Kadak Pao you will get. It is easy to make and quite close to the ones we get from the bakery. […]

Veg. Recipes

Okra Kali Miri Stir Fry

26th November 2016 3

We first ate the okra kali miri stir fry (Ladyfinger Stir Fry) at a restaurant in Kanyakumari and I must say that black pepper compliments the okra just perfectly. As […]

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Goan Choriso Maas