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Bilimbi Balchao

21st November 2018 HomeCook 11

Bilimbi Balchao is a Goan pickle made with the sour seasonal fruit Bimbla and Galmbo (dried shrimp). It has a distinct taste and smell owing to the dry prawns. This […]

Veg. Recipes

Chawli Masala

7th March 2018 1

This Chawli / Chavli Masala is a no-coconut gravy made with black eyed beans. It is prepared in an onion-tomato base and is sort of like Beans in Tomato but more […]

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 […]

Pork Recipes

Goan Choriso Maas

20th May 2018 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 […]

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 […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Garlic Chutney for Chaat

20th May 2020 0

Garlic Chutney for Chaat is a chutney you will need for making all those popular Savoury Indian Chaats like Bhel, Sev Puri, etc. You need to have this ready and […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Goan Recheado Masala

10th September 2016 4

The Portuguese word for stuffing is Recheio. The recheado masala is primarily used in Goa to stuff fish. However, it’s a versatile sauce that may be used in many other dishes. Ingredients: […]

Sweets & Desserts

Mango Mousse

28th June 2020 0

The Mango Mousse is a simple – no cook recipe that you’ll love to make in the mango season. It takes very little time to whip up this lip-licking dessert. […]

Seafood Recipes

Mangalorean Halwa Curry

9th December 2016 2

The Mangalorean halwa curry is a rich and delicious curry. Make sure you get fresh fish as this will enhance the flavour of your curry. The curry is best served […]

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 […]

Veg. Recipes

Goan Potato Patol Bhaji

18th September 2016 7

This Goan preparation is like a dry potato bhaji available all over India in many variants. It is popular in Goa as a breakfast meal. The Goan potato patol bhaji can […]

Seafood Recipes

Baby Methi Prawns Stir Fry

5th September 2017 0

Baby methi is small newly sprouted fenugreek. It is tender but with a slightly bitter-ish taste. When teamed with fresh prawns, their bitter taste is reduced and in fact the […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Rice for Pulao

10th September 2016 0

Serves : A Family of Four Prep. Time : 20 Mins. Cooking Time : 10 Min. (active) + 20 Mins. (passive) Ingredients: Basmati Rice – 1 ½ cup (wash and soak for […]

Sweets & Desserts

Pineapple Sheera

5th March 2017 1

The ‘Bunt’ community from Karnataka have their presence in most cities of India as restaurateurs. The pineapple sheera, a sweet dish made with semolina, will always be found on the […]

Chicken Recipes

Chicken Cashew Corriander Roast

8th December 2017 2

With the use of a few ingredients to make a marinade and some roasting in the oven, you will have a wonderful Chicken Cashew Corriander Roast. I have used the […]

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

Prawn Cutlets

10th August 2020 0

Tired of prawns in a curry or in a chilly fry or the fried prawns! Time to make some Prawn Cutlets. Easy to make and delicious, these will do well […]

Seafood Recipes

Crab Butter Garlic

31st August 2017 0

Serves: 2 Persons Prep. Time: 10 Mins. + 15 Mins. (marination) Cooking Time: 18 to 20 Mins. This a quick and easy way to cook crabs. The crabs are cooked […]

Seafood Recipes

Goan Prawn Recheio

25th March 2017 0

Use the Goan Prawn Recheio to stuff squids, pomfrets or vegetables like brinjal or karela. You can make and store this in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. The […]

Beef Recipes

Pork and Beef Assado

28th June 2020 0

The Pork and Beef Assado is a pot cooked roast. The flavours of the pork and the beef intermingle and make a luscious roast that can be served as an […]

Sweets & Desserts

Tizann in a Jiffy

3rd May 2020 0

Tizann is a Goan Porridge made from Ragi and is considered a Super Food and very good for increasing one’s immunity. Tizann in a Jiffy is an easier way to […]

Sweets & Desserts

White Chocolate Fudge

17th December 2017 9

The White Chocolate Fudge is so easy that you’ll be making it quite often. The salted butter and some sea salt added to the fudge gives it a twist. Just […]

Egg Recipes

Egg Xacuti Curry

21st June 2017 0

I’m sure you know about the robust coconut curry – the Goan xacuti. It is usually prepared with meat but I was convinced it would taste good with boiled eggs […]

Veg. Recipes

Pasta in Mushroom Pepper Sauce

15th September 2017 2

A nice and yummy pasta preparation that kids and adults alike will like – an easy to make Pasta in Mushroom Pepper Sauce. You can serve this as the main […]

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Day: 21 November 2018

Bilimbi Balchao