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Spicy grilled tomato-Parmesan sandwich
This is a simple sandwich that hits the spot. It is a variation of the traditional French Pissaladière , and a wonderful alternative. The...

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Jun 13, 20252 min read
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Burmese green tomato salad
Green tomatoes are a common ingredient that many people overlook. Made famous by the Southern dish (and movie) Fried Green Tomatoes, it...

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Jun 12, 20252 min read
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Spicy potatoes from Karnataka (Alugadde palya)
Potatoes are the most common stuffing for a masala dosa. Every state in India has a unique recipe, suited to local palates. Here is a...

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Jun 11, 20252 min read
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Hyderabadi fried mutton (Tala hua gosht)
This has been a favourite recipe at home for decades. Although it takes a bit of time to make, it is a simple recipe. I remember having...

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Jun 10, 20252 min read
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Hyderabadi star fruit pickle (Kamrak ka achar)
Pickles are an essential part of the Indian table. Over the centuries we have learned to pickle everythung imaginable, vegetables, fruit...

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Jun 8, 20252 min read
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Basil frittata (Frittata al Basilico)
A frittata is an open-faced omelette from Italy. It is considered to be a meal, and their versatility is what makes them amazing. So...

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Jun 7, 20253 min read
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Malay tamarind chilli potatoes with sun-dried tomatoes
Malaysia is a melting pot of culinary styles from India, China, and Thailand. It also served as an essential port for trade and lay along...

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Jun 6, 20252 min read
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Apple, pear, and blackberry crumble
Summertime is about crumbles and baked fruit desserts. I love the rich, sweet, and delicious flavours of fruit in peak season. Crumble...

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Jun 4, 20252 min read
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Burmese melon and ginger salad
This is a simple salad, but also Myanmar on a plate. This summer salad is served cold and helps quench your thirst in hot weather, which...

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Jun 3, 20252 min read
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Panir and spinach salad with walnut-coriander dressing (Paneer palak salaad)
Salads are new to Indian cuisine, at least in the way we eat them in the Western world. So I was surprised to see this lovely salad in...

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Jun 1, 20252 min read
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Apple and rose water sorbet
I am a huge fan of sorbet. Light and refreshing, it is perfect for hot days in Bangalore. Usually, sorbets are simple: a fruit purée with...

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May 31, 20252 min read
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Mushroom shawarma with tahini sauce
Shawarma are generally considered meat-filled, but a wonderful recipe uses earthy mushrooms. Shawarma originated in the Ottoman Empire...

kzafarullah
May 30, 20252 min read
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Andhra-style stir-fried okra with sesame seeds
I must admit I am getting a bit obsessed with okra. It is commonly available, and the depth of recipes available is fantastic. Each...

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May 28, 20252 min read
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Creamy watercress soup with toasted walnut butter and tamarillo chutney prawns
Watercress is now available in India. It is part of the nasturtium family and has a mild peppery flavour that is delicious. It is most...

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May 27, 20253 min read
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Thai chicken and banana pepper curry with roasted peanuts (Kaeng jin juan kai)
Thai cuisine draws influences from all of its neighbours. Thailand was at the crossroads of trade, so traders settled nationwide,...

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May 25, 20252 min read
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Tomato and apricot chutney
Chutneys are an Indian concept that has existed for centuries. They were used to preserve fruit and vegetables. The British carried them...

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May 24, 20252 min read
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Filo pastry with goat cheese and spinach
The origins of filo, also spelt as phyllo, are debated furiously. One theory suggests that it was invented in Greece during the Byzantine...

kzafarullah
May 23, 20252 min read
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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 21, 20252 min read
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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 20, 20252 min read
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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 19, 20253 min read
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