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Mapilla green mango chutney (Manga chutney)
Green mangoes are commonly used in cuisines all over India. They are used as a sour agent, adding tartness to the dish. They are prized...

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May 212 min read


Rose and pistachio ice cream (Shir yakheh gulab)
Ice cream is a favourite in Afghanistan during summer and helps the mountain folks cool down from the heat. Small shops called "shir...

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May 202 min read


Beef (or mutton) stew with Vietnamese spices
The French forst entered Vietnam in the 17th century as missionaries. Later in 1887 they colonized Vietnam, cambodia and Laos and ruled...

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May 193 min read


Pasta with mushroom, ham, and cream sauce
Pasta with ham is a classic combination. It combines the saltiness of ham with the delicacy of pasta, and I crave it often. This dish...

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May 182 min read


Potato and paneer kofta (Aloo panir kofta)
Fritters are a common Indian snack. They are enjoyed primarily during teatime with a warm cup of sweet tea. There are numerous versions...

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May 172 min read


Mango kulfi with saffron sauce and pistachios
This decadent ice cream highlights summer with the Alphonso mangoes. Most importantly, it is absolutely delicious. There are several...

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May 163 min read


Sri Lankan green mango curry
Green mangoes are common in Sri Lanka. They are used in curries, sambols, and other dishes, mainly for the sourness they impart to the...

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May 142 min read


Andhra-style stir-fried okra with tamarind and green chilli (Bendakaya vepudu)
Okra is a staple on the Indian table, and every community has several variations on how it is cooked. It is most commonly stir-fried, but...

kzafarullah
May 132 min read


Chickpea pancakes and spicy asparagus (Asparagus chilay)
Asparagus is a newer vegetable in India. Originally, it was native to the Eastern Mediterranean and parts of Asia. The Romans made it...

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May 103 min read


Hyderabadi lentils with purslane (Bhagare Katli)
Purslane, known locally in Hyderabad as kulfa, is a favourite. It is a seasonal crop and floods the market during the summer months when...

kzafarullah
May 92 min read


Green Goddess dressing
The Green Goddess dressing was not named for its pretty green colour; instead, it was named after a play by the same name. During the...

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May 72 min read


Tomato-rubbed grilled bread with tomato salad
Summer is about fresh tomatoes, and in Bangalore, we see some lovely cherry tomatoes grown on local farms. The local farmer's markets are...

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May 62 min read


Tomato carpaccio with smoked salt and fennel pollen
Summer is all about tomatoes - bright, colourful, and juicy. Tomatoes come in hundreds of varieties and sizes. Here, I focused on the...

kzafarullah
Apr 191 min read


Malaysian Mess
This is a derivative of the English dessert, the Eton Mess. It is composed of three ingredients: fruit, meringue, and cream....

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Apr 93 min read


Chettinad creamed spinach (Keerai maseeyal)
A maseeyal is a traditional dish of mashed greens, spinach being the most common. This unique style is specific to Tamil Nadu and, more...

kzafarullah
Apr 82 min read


Bloody Mary sardines on toast
As a child, I learned to love sardines in boarding school. One of the treats we occasionally got was cans of sardines in oil. We would...

kzafarullah
Apr 52 min read


Pickled red onions (Escabeche rojo)
Pickling is at the core of every culture in the world. It was traditionally used to preserve foods for travel and during times of...

kzafarullah
Apr 42 min read


Kimchi Royales
As a chef, my friends are constantly introducing me to new products. Kewpie came into my kitchen about 10 years ago, and the cute little...

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Apr 12 min read


Stuffed apricots with honeyed yoghurt and pistachios
Turkish apricots are the best variety available. They are plump, juicy, and packed with flavour. Apricots are thought to have originated...

kzafarullah
Mar 312 min read


Stir-fried bok choy with garlic, cashew nut, and hoisin sauce
Hoisin sauce is traditionally from the Canton region of China. It is a sweet-salty sauce that has garlic and a five-spice mix. It is used...

kzafarullah
Mar 272 min read
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