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Roasted eggplant, tomato and chilli with pita chips
I was looking for a quick appetiser for a few friends who were coming over. This is the recipe I came across. It is super simple, and my guests loved it. This is a modern twist on Middle Eastern flavours, pita bread, eggplant and tahini. Here they are separated more for visual impact than anything else. The appetiser is superb, the pita has crunch, the roasted eggplant adds a sweet, earthy flavour, the tomatoes add freshness, and the tahini-yoghurt is creamy and delightful. T

kzafarullah
Nov 29, 20252 min read


Chettinad eggs in spice sauce (Muttai masala)
This is a classic recipe in Chettinad. Eggs are a staple, easy to get, cheap and an excellent alternate source of protein. This is a simple and quick recipe. The eggs are boiled, then doused with a dry, peppery, aromatic sauce. The combination is perfect; tangy tomatoes form the base of the curry, and the spices infuse it beautifully. This dish is usually served as an appetiser, especially with drinks, but you can also serve it as a side dish. This South Indian cookbook bring

kzafarullah
Nov 22, 20252 min read


Angolan flame-grilled chicken wings
In July of this year, I took a trip to Angola, one of the least touristy destinations in the world. This was a superb cultural and culinary trip organised by Roads & Kingdoms , and hosted by the fabulous food writer, historian, and cultural guru who was our guide for the week. On my first night, we went out to a local restaurant, Churrascaria Nandinhos, renowned for its BBQ'ed chicken. I have lived in the US, and BBQ'ed chicken in the Virginia belt was what I considered th

kzafarullah
Nov 7, 20253 min read
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