23rd March 2020 — Big Fat Tummy

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Chawli Sukkem

23rd March 2020 HomeCook 2

Chawli Sukkem is a dry preparation of Black Eyed Peas / Lobia. It is mildly spiced and served as an accompaniment with rice and curry. You can also serve it […]

Veg. Recipes

Doodhi Channa Bhaji

10th September 2016 0

This vegetable is minimalistic in nature and does not take away anything from the core ingredients. The doodhi channa bhaji can be added to any meal to enrich it with […]

Seafood Recipes

Goan Sole Fish Curry

9th December 2016 0

Sole Fish or leppos as they are known in Goa, is a popular fish with Goan locals. Mostly used in curries and sometimes fried, the sole fish flesh is mild […]

Seafood Recipes

Vellio Kodi (Anchovy Curry)

4th September 2021 0

Vellios are a type of Anchovy. These tiny fish lend a wonderful flavor to Vellio Kodi (Anchovy Curry) – a ground coconut based curry. Even if you are not a […]

Seafood Recipes

Goan Galmbo (Baby Prawn) Cutlet

9th December 2016 5

Galmbo, as it is called in Goa, are very very tiny prawns – baby prawns. They are called jawla in Maharashtra. These prawns are also salted and dried. In this […]

Veg. Recipes

Paneer Tikka Tava Se

30th November 2016 0

Make these cottage cheese tikka’s without a barbecue, on a griddle. You can serve the paneer tikka on the stick like a shashlik or take them off the stick and […]

Seafood Recipes

Lady Fish Jeerem Meerem

26th October 2017 0

In this recipe for the Lady Fish Jeerem Meerem, I’ve used homemade jeerem meerem powder (using powdered spices) to make a peppery tangy curry. The curry compliments the bland taste […]

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 […]

Seafood Recipes

Crispy Prawns

13th February 2017 0

Crispy Prawns marinated in white vinegar and Kashmiri red chilly powder, taste just awesome. I made this on St. Valentine’s Day and all my loved ones were all praise for […]

Seafood Recipes

Seer Fish Molho

10th September 2016 0

Molho is basically a sauce. Goans prepare fish molho with deep fried fish and the sauce. It is intended to be stored for long periods like a pickle without refrigeration […]

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

Goan Pao (Indian Bread)

29th March 2020 12

Goan Pao / Pav Indian Bread is an easy to make bread and uses a few ingredients. Although, the recipe looks lengthy and daunting, it is quite easy to make. […]

Beverages

Mango Milkshake

22nd May 2020 0

Who can miss a chilled Mango Milkshake in the Mango Season? Fortunately, both Summer and the Mango Season coincide. And all the mango lovers use the fruit in all types […]

Veg. Recipes

Garlicky Red Amaranth

2nd February 2017 0

The leaves of the rajgira plant are harvested when tender for use in Indian Cooking. There are many species of this leaf vegetable and commonly they are referred to as […]

Veg. Recipes

Quick Goan Dudhi Ros

20th August 2021 0

The Quick Goan Dudhi Ros / Doodhi Ros is a Goan Bottle Gourd Curry. This recipe shows a short cut method to make the curry. There is no grating of […]

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 […]

Chicken Recipes

Arroz com Galinha – Goan Chicken Pulao

16th May 2021 2

I just love pulaos and biryanis. The Arroz com Galinha – Goan Chicken Pulao has been one of my favourites since childhood. My boys too love it. My mother would […]

Seafood Recipes

Bangda Steaks

25th February 2018 2

The Bangda Steaks (mackerel steaks) were a preparation made by my daddy. It was specially prepared for the VIP’s in my house (my uncles). They were called VIP’s because they […]

Seafood Recipes

Kingfish Head & Tail Sukkem

16th February 2018 0

Fish aficionados love the overpowering flavour of the head of fish. And eating it is to some extent an acquired taste. This is also the bony part of the fish […]

Veg. Recipes

Soya Bean Masala

5th January 2018 1

Soybean or Soya Bean are a rich yet cheap source of protein. This recipe of Soya Bean Masala is made using dry coconut and soya chunks. The gravy is best […]

Mutton Recipes

Mutton Pepper Gravy

11th July 2019 0

We believe the Mutton Pepper Curry is a perfect curry when you are carrying those niggles of a common cold in winter or during the monsoons. The easy to make […]

Chicken Recipes

Chicken & Bacon Pasta Bake

5th May 2020 0

For the Chicken & Bacon Pasta Bake, we cook the chicken, bacon and pasta. Then we prepare a creamy sauce. We then bring all the elements together, top with mozzarella […]

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 […]

Chicken Recipes

Chicken Vindaloo

9th April 2020 0

Vindaloo / Vindalho is a popular dish in Goan, Mangalorean and East Indian cooking. The dish is usually made with pork. But for the benefit of those who do not […]

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Chawli Sukkem