Zafar's recipes

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...

I love frittatas, they can be super simple or as complex as you want them to be. I love them especially during the summer, they are the...

Aloo tikis are a common street snack in India. Traditionally they are served smothered in chole, a chickpea curry, sev noodles, sweet...

This is my favorite flavor! I love ice cream, everyone in this house does, but this ice cream stands out. Labor intensive but so worth...

A super simple recipe using commercial Thai red curry paste. This curry is always the perfect fix for Thai. You can make this with any...

I love this very simple recipe. You can grill the tubers instead of doing them in the oven. For more recipes created by me click here....

An essential Indian chutney. It is super easy to make and can be used as a side with any kebab, grilled meat, or fried snacks like...

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...

I have never had a curry of this kind ever in India. This curry is coconut based and filled with fresh cilantro. The corn are kept on the...

Smoked tomato sauce: My way I wanted a tomato-based sauce that was above the norm, with a bit of “oomph.” At this point, I was very into paprika and its use in Spanish cuisine, and this is one of the dishes that I created. The addition of the two paprika powders adds unique notes to the sauce; it is mildly spicy and has a depth of smokiness. One of my favourite ways to serve this sauce is with Italian meatballs; they are a perfect pairing. It is quite simple to make and will last a long time...

These savoury pancakes from India are excellent. Packed with flavour, delicate in texture and excellent served with a chutney or raita of...

A wonderful recipe from Niyati Chanchani. Subtle flavors accompany the soft paneer cheese. For more home made recipes click here. 1 tbsp...

Quick pickled Mexican-style vegetables I got tired of the soggy Mexican pickles that I so love. So I have created this recipe taking into...

These kebabs came about from merging Indian spices with Turkish whole nuts and Mediterranean spices. The kebabs are soft,...

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,...

This is a traditional dish of Mughal heritage. The mix of lentils, grains, meat and spices are delicious. This dish is made during the...

I love deviled eggs. I have to order them if they are on the menu. I wanted to create my own version, one that included more flavour,...

A simple recipe that I created for a cooking class. This salad is hearty and pops with flavor. It is perfect on a warm day, paired with...

Everyone loves a Caprese salad, it speaks of summer and fun. Luscious mozzarella, sweet basil and delicate aged balsamic. the combination...

We love Burmese food at home. I grew up having this soup at home, the perfect blend of Indian and Asian flavors had me hooked from the...