13th May 2021 — Big Fat Tummy

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Pista Elaichi Nankhatai

13th May 2021 HomeCook 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 […]

Goan Stuffed Squids

13th May 2021 HomeCook 0

The Goan Stuffed Squids is an easy to make dish. The squids are stuffed with a chilly fry that uses that tentacles of the squids itself. It can be served […]

Veg. Recipes

Beetroot Salad

21st February 2018 0

A plain and simple salad to serve as an accompaniment with any of your dishes, the Beetroot Salad is packed with nutrients. You should make beetroot a part of your […]

Cakes & Bakes

Hot Cross Buns

8th April 2020 0

Hot Cross Buns are traditionally specially baked and eaten on Maundy Thursday or Good Friday. The Hot Cross Buns mark the end of Lent (A period of fasting and abstinence […]

Seafood Recipes

Goan Coconut Milk Kingfish Curry

20th November 2017 4

The Goan Coconut Milk Kingfish Curry is a mildly spiced curry. The kingfish [Seer Fish] goes very well with this light curry and is best served with hot rice. This […]

Tips, Dips, Masalas & Misc.

Hot & Sweet Tomato Ketchup

11th March 2018 2

When tomatoes have crowded the market and their prices are dirt cheap, I just can’t resist preserving some in the form of a Hot & Sweet Ketchup. This homemade ketchup […]

Seafood Recipes

Prawn Mango Curry

10th September 2016 0

This is a Goan Hooman (curry) with prawns and raw mango. There is less use of herbs, spices and aromatics. However, the particular chillies used, give the curry a distinct flavor. […]

Seafood Recipes

Pomfret stuffed with Green Masala

23rd August 2017 0

The pomfret stuffed with green masala is a variation of the popular recheado fish (Fish stuffed with the red recheado masala is popularly served in most Goan homes and restaurants). I […]

Chicken Recipes

Chicken Curry

8th October 2017 6

This recipe of chicken curry is influenced by a combination of cuisines in India. The use of dagad phool gives the dish it’s distinct aroma. You can serve this curry […]

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 […]

Pork Recipes

Caramelized Pork Chops

4th June 2019 2

This is a recipe for Caramelized Pork Chops that are so easy to make. They taste so yum and can be served as a starter with sautéed vegetables or a […]

Chicken Recipes

Butter Chicken

22nd May 2020 0

Butter Chicken, also called Murg Makhani, needs no introduction but for the sake of propriety it is a deboned roasted chicken cooked in a creamy, buttery and sweetish gravy. The […]

Beverages

Virjin Mojito

15th September 2017 0

Virgin Mojito is a popular mocktail. It is very simple to make and quite refreshing. Serves: 1 Prep. Time: 10 Mins. Ingredients: Lime (deseeded & cut into wedges) – 1 […]

Chicken Recipes

Quick Chicken Xacuti

9th April 2020 2

The Quick Chicken Xacuti is a little less tedious to make then the Traditional Chicken Xacuti (click here). It uses ready Xacuti Masala Powder which most Goan homes have ready […]

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

Recheado Pomfret

5th August 2017 0

Recheio is the Portuguese word for stuffing. Stuffing fish with a recheio and then frying is practised regularly in Goan Cuisine. The spicy and tangy recheado masala is mostly used […]

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 […]

Veg. Recipes

French Fries

2nd May 2020 0

French Fries or Finger Chips are a popular snack and served with ketchup or mayonnaise. They can also we topped with cheesy sauces and served. They are also served as […]

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 […]

Seafood Recipes

Kingfish Croquettes

23rd November 2017 0

Continuing with our motto to make cooking a breeze, here’s a recipe for quick and easy Kingfish Croquettes. Serve as a snack or appetizer. It will feel great when your […]

Veg. Recipes

Koiloreos

8th October 2017 2

Koiloreos (Koiloleos / Coiloreos) are an unleavened Goan bread made with rice and coconut. They have a mildly sweet and savoury taste and are served at breakfast or at tea […]

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 […]

Sweets & Desserts

Doce de Grao

27th April 2018 6

Doce de Grao or Chana Doce is a Goan sweetmeat prepared using Split Bengal Gram. This famed sweet is enjoyed by all Goans at any time as a snack or […]

Cakes & Bakes

Banana Bread Loaf

28th June 2020 0

The Banana Bread Loaf is a simple to make loaf and is great as a snack at tea-time. It tastes good enough by itself – but you could to choose […]

Egg Recipes

Green Egg Curry

25th February 2018 2

It was lent (a period of fasting and abstaining for Christians). We do go off meat. But fish, eggs and vegetables are included in our diet. On this one day […]

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Day: 13 May 2021

Pista Elaichi Nankhatai

Goan Stuffed Squids