10th August 2019 — Big Fat Tummy

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Cluster Bean Peanut Bhaji

10th August 2019 HomeCook 2

Cluster Bean Peanut Bhaji is a dry preparation of the vegetable locally called tidki-midki / gavar. The cluster beans have a bitter-sweet flavour and are a good combination with some […]

Dry Prawn Chilly Fry – with Coconut

10th August 2019 HomeCook 0

As the rains bring a shortage of fresh fish, we make use of our stash of dry fish in this season. The Dry Prawn Chilly Fry – with Coconut is […]

Chicken Recipes

Yummy Fried Chicken

15th September 2017 0

The yummy fried chicken is for when you want to indulge. It is full of fat and calories. Through caution to the wind and binge – after all you only […]

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

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 […]

Beef Recipes

Dahi Beef

14th April 2019 0

Imagine a day when you set out to cook a Goan Green Beef (click here for the recipe) – And though I have a recipe here on BFT – I […]

Cakes & Bakes

Banana Pancakes

6th February 2017 0

These banana pancakes could be a great tiffin filler for your kids if they are not too fussy (my kids though, want everything hot – right off the flame). The […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Whipped Chocolate Ganache

13th September 2017 3

The whipped chocolate ganache is used for frosting cakes cakes and muffins. It has a rich chocolate taste but has a mousse like texture. The recipe below is sufficient to […]

Seafood Recipes

Prawn Pulao with Coconut Milk – V.1.

23rd October 2016 0

Pulaos are an all in one meal. Little or no accompaniment is needed. There are varieties of pulaos cooked in India. This is my version of a prawn pulao with […]

Veg. Recipes

Sweet Wheat Flour Polle / Pancakes

16th April 2020 1

The Eggless Sweet Wheat Flour Polle / Pancakes is another recipe born out of boredom, of being locked in the house, of deliberately trying to cook with limited supplies in […]

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 […]

Cakes & Bakes

Hot Cross Bun Pudding

16th April 2020 0

The Hot Cross Bun Pudding has been made with the left over Hot Cross Buns (Click here). But you can also make it with plain bread by adding a few […]

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 […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Chicken Strips for Stir Fry

30th September 2016 0

This is are instruction for preparing chicken strips which can be used in various stir frys. Ingredients: Boneless Chicken Breast Step 1: Wash and pat dry the chicken breasts and […]

Seafood Recipes

Goan Prawn Curry

3rd March 2018 5

This classic Goan Prawn Curry needs no introduction. Served wherever you go in Goa, the curry is creamy and goes well only with rice. You can serve a vegetable or […]

Seafood Recipes

Macchli Amritsari

15th September 2017 2

No prizes for guessing where the starter Macchli Amritsari originated from. Yes ! It originated from Amritsar in Punjab of India. The fresh boneless fish marinated in minimal spices and […]

Veg. Recipes

Polle / Rice Pancakes

13th February 2018 0

Polle / Rice Pancakes are also known as neer dosa down south. They are prepared in Goa as an evening snack or at dinner time. You can eat them with […]

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

Instant Goan Prawn Molho

16th November 2017 2

If you want an easy and instant Goan prawn molho, then this recipe is for you. Made with ready to use spice powders, the molho is quick to make and […]

Sweets & Desserts

Caramel Yogurt Pudding

26th April 2018 7

The Caramel Yogurt Pudding is pure vegetarian. The taste of the Caramel Yogurt Pudding is not identical but close to that of the original Custard Caramel. The taste is a […]

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 […]

Seafood Recipes

Dry Mackerel Salad

4th February 2018 2

A lot of fish is salted and sun dried for use when fishing is not in season. These are used in various preparations. They do require an acquired taste to […]

Cakes & Bakes

Shortcut Chocolate Cake

15th September 2020 2

The Shortcut Chocolate Cake is an easy to make cake. It makes use of a blender. To get the perfect texture see that you don’t over blend. The process is […]

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 […]

Veg. Recipes

Drumsticks and Potatoes

22nd May 2017 0

The drumstick is generally used in the sambhar in the south of India. You can also enjoy the distinct bitter-sweet taste of the drumstick by preparing it the way this […]

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Day: 10 August 2019

Cluster Bean Peanut Bhaji

Dry Prawn Chilly Fry – with Coconut