11th April 2019 — Big Fat Tummy

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Prawn Bilimbi Sukka

11th April 2019 HomeCook 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 […]

Prawn Pulao

11th April 2019 HomeCook 6

The Prawn Pulao made with fresh prawns and Basmati rice is delectable and delicious, yet mildly spiced pulao. It is a favourite with my boys because of its mild and […]

Sweets & Desserts

Potato Bebinca

23rd May 2020 0

Simple, easy peasy, quick, instant are adjectives synonymous to www.bigfattummy.com. In the same vein, here is an easy to make Goan Sweet, Potato Bebinca or Bibic / Bibik. As the […]

Beef Recipes

Corned / Salted Beef Tongue

21st February 2019 13

The Corned / Salted Beef Tongue is not what everyone would like to eat. It is for the urban carnivore who has a predilection towards it. The Corned / Salted […]

Veg. Recipes

Cashewnut Tendli Bhaji

16th February 2018 3

My aunt-in-law makes a Cashewnut Tendli Bhaji that I’ve always wanted to make. She uses bibe (tender cashew nuts) and gherkins (tendli / tindora) in her vegetable preparation. However, away […]

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

Tisryo Corop

2nd July 2017 2

Tisryo Corop is a Goan Shell-Fish / Clam curry. It is very simple and quick to make. It is similar to the Goan Crab Curry and equally delectable. All you […]

Veg. Recipes

Cream of Mushroom Soup

1st September 2021 0

Everyone in our family likes a good Cream of Mushroom Soup. We always enjoyed a hot bowl of this soup at restaurants. My quest to replicate the restaurant taste and […]

Seafood Recipes

Kingfish Tamarind Masala Rawa Fried

30th January 2017 0

This is a quick and easy way to prepare fried slices of fish. The fish thus prepared is mildly spicy and tangy. Try the kingfish tamarind masala rawa fried the […]

Pork Recipes

Goan Chorizo Pulao

14th January 2018 5

The Goan Chorizo Pulao made with the Goan Choris – What would describe it? The standalone pulao, the spicy pork pulao, the Goan Catholic Biryani, the favourite pulao of all […]

Cakes & Bakes

Jumbo Chewy Chocochip Cookies

3rd April 2020 0

With the kids at home all of the 24 hours amidst the COVID-9 lockdown in India, the easy recipe for the Jumbo Chewy Chocochip Cookies came very much to my […]

Veg. Recipes

Ambade Ros / Hog Plum Curry

12th November 2017 0

The Ambade Ros / Hog Plum Curry is a sweet and slightly tangy curry made using Hog Plums which are a small green fruit resembling a small raw mango. The […]

Chicken Recipes

Methi Chicken

10th September 2016 7

The fragrance that emanates while this dish it being cooked will make you drool. The healthy benefits of fenugreek, the protein from the chicken and the subtle use of spices […]

Beef Recipes

Beef Tomato Roast

13th October 2016 0

My boys are very fond of beef. And beef is very good for growing children. But children’s liking for a particular dish can be very fickle. Hence, I have to […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Honey Mustard Mayonnaise

27th September 2016 2

Follow a single step to flavour your mayonnaise. You can choose to make the mayonnaise yourself and then flavour it or use commercially available mayonnaise with or without egg and turn it […]

Veg. Recipes

Palak Moong Bhaji

16th January 2018 1

The goodness of spinach and husked green gram come together in this simple to make Palak Moong Bhaji. You can serve it with chapatis or as a side. Serves: A […]

Veg. Recipes

Dry Green Pea Masala

4th March 2018 2

Dry Green Peas or Hara / Hirva Vatana as commonly referred to India are a legume loaded with important vitamins and minerals and also fiber. This Goan preparation of the […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Blanching of Vegetables or Fruits.

10th September 2016 0

Blanching is a technique used to retain the colour, texture and nutrients of fibrous vegetables or fruits. It is also used to peel the skin off fruits like peaches and […]

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 […]

Chicken Recipes

Cheesy Chicken Pie

10th May 2020 0

The Cheesy Chicken Pie is a complete meal. It is layered with a chicken filling, white sauce, potatoes and topped with Cheddar Cheese. It is absolutely yummy and it will […]

Seafood Recipes

Fish Chilly

23rd October 2016 0

This is the Indianized version of the fish chilly recipe. It can be served with Fried Rice. Follow simple steps to make this dish in no time. Serves: A Family […]

Veg. Recipes

Cheese Chilly Toast

30th April 2020 0

Cheese Chilly Toast is a popular cheesy and spicy, anytime of the day snack, that youngsters and elders alike love. We use our No Knead Bread Loaf (click here) to […]

Veg. Recipes

Fried Banana Buns

3rd April 2020 2

The Fried Banana Buns are a popular Goan and Mangalorean snack. The main ingredients for these buns are flour and ripe bananas. The buns are fried and served mostly at […]

Chicken Recipes

Chicken Cutlet

13th November 2016 3

Crispy crumb fried cutlets, made from finely shredded chicken and mildly spiced, the chicken cutlet can be a great tiffin filler for your kids. You could also serve the chicken […]

Veg. Recipes

Goan Breadfruit Rava Fried

16th October 2016 0

Goans love the breadfruit and when the breadfruit is in season, we’ll use it in curries or simply fry it coated with semolina. Follow the simple steps listed below and […]

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Prawn Bilimbi Sukka

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