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Curd rice or Thayyir sadam
This is a very traditional dish from Tamil Nadu in South India. South India was historically one of the first places to cultivate rice,...

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Jul 6, 20202 min read


Indian-style grilled corn
I grew up in Mumbai eating corn grilled this way. We would wait for the cart to come by in the evening, run up to him screaming and wait...

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Jul 4, 20201 min read


Fresh apricot ice cream with roasted apricots
Stone fruit signifies summer, and apricots are amongst our favourites. We are so happy to live where we get them from small farms, where...

kzafarullah
Jul 3, 20202 min read


Sorrel soup with salted lemon whipped cream
I love sorrel; it has a wonderful tartness that I adore. It is unfortunate that I cannot find it easily enough. Thank you to my...

kzafarullah
Jul 2, 20202 min read


Spicy drumsticks from Mangalore (Nurge gashie)
Drumstick vegetables, also called moringa, are very traditional in South India. During the season, the tree is laden with delicious, long...

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Jul 1, 20202 min read


Green mango curry -- Kolkota version
Raw mangoes are important as they precede the Indian obsession with the mango season. Most cultures have curries or dry vegetables cooked...

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Jun 30, 20202 min read


Manchamantel Mole
I love mole, and love making mole even more. Yes, they are complex, take time, but every time I invest the time to make one, I am so...

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Jun 30, 20202 min read


Fig ice cream
We look forward to having fresh figs during the season. Other than eating it as fruit, I put it is salads, fig tart tatins (see recipe on...

kzafarullah
Jun 29, 20202 min read


Cabbage and Pea rava uppuma or Savory semolina with cabbage and peas. And some variations.
I love uppuma; it has so many variations and flavours, something to suit every mood and season. This recipe is with cabbage and peas....

kzafarullah
Jun 28, 20203 min read


Checkerboard Salad
I love this salad. It is absolutely stunning to present, super easy to make and always a hit. It is perfect for any summer BBQ. For more...

kzafarullah
Jun 25, 20201 min read


Berbere Spice Mix
This is one of the staple spice powders used all over Northern Africa. I love the taste of Berbere. It is versatile and adds a fantastic...

kzafarullah
Jun 25, 20202 min read


Cabbage Gomen
Another wonderful Ethiopian dish, cabbage, can be cooked as much as you like, from tender to mushy. It is a perfect side for any meal or...

kzafarullah
Jun 24, 20201 min read


Collard greens with spiced butter and Mitmita
I love sautéed greens. Maybe it is the psychological process of eating something healthy or the fact that they taste so good, but I try...

kzafarullah
Jun 24, 20201 min read


Spicy red lentils
We love Ethiopian food at home. I have been challenging myself to make more of it, but first, I had to stock up my pantry with all the...

kzafarullah
Jun 24, 20202 min read


Chickpeas with spinach and yogurt
A fun salad that is all about summer. I use the expensive heirloom tomatoes for this salad, or any delicious, flavorful tomato. This...

kzafarullah
Jun 19, 20201 min read


Salata mashwiya or Israeli spicy roasted pepper dip
This is an intense sauce that pairs perfectly with any grilled meat. I have also mixed it in with couscous for some added zing. It is...

kzafarullah
Jun 18, 20201 min read


Tzatziki sauce
A perfect sauce that is cooling and refreshing. This recipe is the best one in terms of balance and flavour, and I have tried quite a...

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Jun 18, 20201 min read


Lamb, lemon and chilli kebabs
I adapted this recipe and used lamb chops instead. They were charred, delicately dressed, and delicious—so simple to make. I served them...

kzafarullah
Jun 18, 20201 min read


Grated carrot salad with grilled scallions, walnuts, and burrata
This is a super simple spring or summer salad. I love how the flavours come together with the creamy burrata. Feel free to substitute...

kzafarullah
Jun 15, 20201 min read


Indian-style ground meat curry (Kheema)
This is a staple in most Indian homes. This traditional Indian version of an American chili is a work of art. Slow cooked ground meat,...

kzafarullah
Jun 13, 20202 min read
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