Hard-boiled eggs are currently all the rage. With Easter only a couple days away, they are EVERYWHERE! Because the thought of eating plain hard boiled eggs for the next week straight makes me a bit squeemish–I thought I’d share a few recipes to use them up! First up is this recipe for Golden Eggs (Turmeric […]
Tag: Indian Food
Easy Instant Pot Khichdi [Vegetarian Spiced Rice and Lentil Stew]
Khichdi. Khichurdi. Khichuri. No matter how you spell it, this dish–made of rice and dal (lentils)–is the epitome of Indian comfort food. It’s one of the first foods Indian children are given and any aunty will tell you that it is the best food to soothe an aching stomach. Simply put, khichdi is Indian “soul […]
Curry Leaf and Black Pepper Chicken Curry
I love a good chicken curry, and this Curry Leaf and Black Pepper Chicken Curry recipe is no exception! I’ve taken inspiration from some of the delicious foods I tasted while visiting Kerala, India; using a pretty common flavor profile for that area. Although it’s a bit similar to my Coconut and Cardamom Chicken Curry […]
Simple South Indian Lemon Rice Recipe
I love the food of Southern India and lemon rice is one of my most favorites. It’s tangy, spicy and incredibly easy to make. Found both in homes and on the menus of fancy restaurants, lemon rice is simple food that can also be quite impressive. This quick and easy lemon rice recipe can be […]
Fish Pakoras: Spiced Up Fish Fry Recipe {Gluten-Free!}
Today was chilly, rainy, and gloomy. It was the kind of day that requires a steaming glass of chai and a plate full of pakoras (spiced, battered and fried vegetable or meat fritters). My family loves all pakoras–but no one loves them more than my toddler, Arjun. He’s absolutely crazy for them! So much so […]
Easy Indian Shrimp Curry Recipe with Coconut Milk: Chingri Malaikari
This post and recipe for Chingri Malaikari (Shrimp Curry with Coconut Milk) originally appeared on my old blog, My Fancy Pantry in 2012. I have updated the recipe here and made changes according to how I currently make this dish. I’ve learned a lot since then, so my recipes and methods have also evolved. I […]
Green Beans Poriyal Recipe (Green Beans with Coconut)
It’s no secret that I don’t really love many vegetables. Especially green vegetables. I tolerate them because I know they’re good for me, but I can’t say that I actually look forward to eating them. These green beans are a complete exception! I first tasted this recipe a few years ago when we were traveling […]