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kzafarullah
50 minutes ago3 min read
Chilli-glazed pork ribs with mole (Costillas adobados)
Mexican adobo is a traditional chilli sauce that is made throughout the country. It is one of the base sauces used daily in every...
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kzafarullah
1 day ago2 min read
Georgian herbed oyster mushrooms with Sventanian salt (Soko)
The High Caucasus Mountains of Georgia are loaded with mushrooms, distinct varieties unique to the region. During the mushroom season,...
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kzafarullah
2 days ago2 min read
Bengali yoghurt relish (Raitha)
Raitha is core to Indian cuisine. It is found in different versions in most Indian cultures, especially in the north. In the south, it is...
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kzafarullah
4 days ago2 min read
Goat cheese ice cream
Goat cheese has taken over the Indian market, and small artisanal cheese makers, like Melchoir in Bangalore, are making excellent...
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kzafarullah
5 days ago2 min read
Karwar egg curry
I am a big fan of egg curries; their diversity is amazing, and most cultures have some version of this dish. This is a spicy version. The...
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kzafarullah
Feb 23 min read
Vietnamese meatballs on sugar cane with balsamic-soy glaze
Satay is a way of life in Vietnam and across Southeast Asia. From small roadside stalls to fancy restaurants, there is always an array of...
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kzafarullah
Feb 13 min read
Pina colada pancakes
Pina Coladas are about beaches with warm water in the Caribbean, bright sun, and frozen umbrella drinks. This is a dessert that will take...
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kzafarullah
Jan 312 min read
Roasted Brussels sprouts with pancetta vinaigrette
I love pancetta and always have a stock in my fridge, which beckons me to dig in. But let us unravel the mystery of pancetta. It is the...
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kzafarullah
Jan 292 min read
Salsa Macha
Mexican cuisine is synonmous with salsa, found on every table and infinite in it s variations. The original salsa recipe dates back...
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kzafarullah
Jan 282 min read
Eggplant dal curry (Khayan thee hin)
As I have been told a few times, I am obsessed with eggplant in every form. And I do agree, but it is such a versatile and healthy...
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kzafarullah
Jan 262 min read
Slow-roasted lamb wrapped in banana leaves (Shuwa)
Shuwa is an iconic dish of Oman prepared for Eid festivals or weddings. Shuwa derives from the Arabic verb ‘shawaa,’ which means “to...
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kzafarullah
Jan 251 min read
Bengali onion salad (Piyazer salad)
Onions are common throughout India, especially in northern India. They are served raw or in salads or raithas. The crunch of raw onions...
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kzafarullah
Jan 242 min read
Zhoug lentil salad with strawberries
This is a contemporary Omani salad. I love how it comes together and its numerous flavours and textures. Zhoug spice blend is originally...
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kzafarullah
Jan 223 min read
Sweet and spicy bitter gourd stir-fry (Kakarakaya vepudu)
A vepudu is a Telangana style of stir-fry with spices. As is traditional in the region, the stir-fry is usually spicy, laden with...
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kzafarullah
Jan 212 min read
Middle Eastern red onion and tomato spiced rice (Maqboos)
Maqboos is a dish endemic to the Arabian Peninsula and beyond. It is the national dish of Bahrain and is essential to the region's...
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kzafarullah
Jan 194 min read
Chicken with aromatic rice (Morog pulao)
Murg pulao is a traditional Bangladeshi dish highlighting the region's rich culinary traditions. It is complex and elegant, and its...
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kzafarullah
Jan 183 min read
Pineapple rasam (Anasipazhi rasam)
I am a big fan of rasam in all its variations. These light broths are delicious and serve as both an aperitif and a digestif. Rasam is...
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kzafarullah
Jan 172 min read
Carrot soup with lemongrass
This is a smooth soup with Thai influences. The carrots add an earthy sweetness, and the spices are subtle. The chilli is mild on the...
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kzafarullah
Jan 142 min read
Farfalle with cherry tomatoes and basil
Farfalle, also known as bow-tie pasta, originated in Northern Italy in the Emilia-Romagna and Lombardia regions in the 1500s. T he word...
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kzafarullah
Jan 123 min read
Halloumi-stuffed kofta meatballs with tomato sauce
Every culture has a form of meatballs, which are soft, juicy, and delicious. Here is a Middle Eastern variation that I adore. Meatballs...
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