Hyderabadi mutton korma
A korma, or "quorma" is a traditional Mughal dish. These curries were standard in the Mughal courts and royalty as a sign of wealth. A...
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kzafarullah
- 2 days ago
- 3 min
Baked aubergine steaks filled with paneer and roasted sesame, tomato chutney, and roasted garlic raita
Contemporary Indian food has exploded both in India and abroad, especially in London and New York. These are once-traditional dishes that...
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kzafarullah
- 3 days ago
- 3 min
Vegetable and potato croquettes
These croquettes are street food in Indonesia, sold on street corners as snacks. They are also made with ground mutton or beef, but here...
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kzafarullah
- 4 days ago
- 1 min
Mozzarella, spinach and thyme canapè
Simplicity is the magic of good flavour. This is one of those simple dishes that pack an impact on your guests. The canape comprises of...
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kzafarullah
- 6 days ago
- 2 min
Fried rice with pineapple (Khao pad supparot)
Indian fried rice tends to look dark and mushy. This is because the soy brand manufacturers get the chefs to overload the recipe with...
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kzafarullah
- Sep 3
- 2 min
Corn and cashew soup with red pepper
This is an unusual soup in the combination of ingredients used. Nut soups are unique as they are heavier and usually have a deeper...
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kzafarullah
- Sep 1
- 2 min
Syrian apricot ice cream
Dried fruits are important in Middle Eastern cuisine. The most prized are figs, but apricots come in at a close second. Dried fruits were...
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kzafarullah
- Aug 31
- 2 min
Charred steak with green peppercorn and wine sauce
Steak is rare in India, and well-cooked steak is even more obscure. Most Indians like their steaks overcooked into tough leather. While...
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kzafarullah
- Aug 30
- 2 min
Pumpkin with corn salsa, feta and pumpkin seed
Simple is always good, especially with great vegetables where the favour of the vegetables shine. I loved how this dish came together....
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kzafarullah
- Aug 28
- 2 min
Hyderabadi sweet and sour chicken (Khatta meetha murgh)
I was surprised to find a Hyderabadi recipe that used soy sauce. In researching this recipe, I learned that many traditional recipes use...
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kzafarullah
- Aug 27
- 2 min
Raw tuna with chilli sauce (Chamchi whe)
Tuna tartare is a delicacy worldwide. It has been adapted to suit palates by adding local ingredients. Tower peppers or gochujang is a...
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kzafarullah
- Aug 24
- 2 min
Yucatecan tomato salsa
The Yucatán, which sits at the end of Mexico's curling peninsula, is often described as Mayan, and it was a vital cog in the old empire....
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kzafarullah
- Aug 23
- 3 min
Kerala-style stuffed bitter gourd roast
I love bitter gourds and bitter flavours in general. Included in that world are arugula, dandelion greens, coffee and chocolate,...
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kzafarullah
- Aug 21
- 1 min
Mexican red rice
Rice is a staple in Mexico and is served on every table. It is used as a stuffing for everything, including tacos, burritos, and other...
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kzafarullah
- Aug 20
- 2 min
Green beans slow-cooked with cumin and tomatoes (Loubia bi ziet)
Middle Eastern meze is a delight. The innumerable dishes arrive, almost unasked for, and the flavours and scents tantalize you into...
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kzafarullah
- Aug 18
- 2 min
Garlic mashed potatoes with rosemary and olive oil
I love mashed potatoes; it is ther creaminess and subtle flavours that entice me to add a large pile to my plate. The French-style mash...
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kzafarullah
- Aug 17
- 2 min
Omani mango kachumbar
Kachumbar, or kachumbari, is a staple salad on any Omani table. It compliments the meat, usually composed of heavy meats and rice dishes,...
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kzafarullah
- Aug 16
- 2 min
Spicy pineapple sorbet
One of the most intriguing spices in Mexico is tajin seasoning. In San Francisco, we had a large persimmon tree. Our gardener would pick...
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kzafarullah
- Aug 14
- 2 min
Fusilli with roasted tomatoes and hot pepper (Fusilli col sugo dei pomodoro forno)
Pasta is comfort food meant to satisfy the soul. Its world is wide, with over 300 shapes, innumerable sauces, and baked recipes. Each...
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kzafarullah
- Aug 12
- 2 min
Thai stir-fried shiitake mushrooms
Stir-frying is an art. Hot woks, high fires, and quick cooking are the main themes. I love wok cooking for its simplicity, quickness, no...
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