Bhogichi Bhaaji
A friend of mine sent a Maharashtra Times link to try Bhogichi Bhaaji, just in time since today is Bhogi. This recipe is different than Kolhpuri style Bhogichi Bhaaji that I had blogged before. I...
View ArticleSankrant Special Recipes
तिळगुळ घ्या आणि गोड गोड बोलाSome Makar Sankranti Special Recipes -1. Microwave Tilache Ladoo2. Tilwali Bhakri3. Bhogichi Bhaji4. Gul Poli (coming soon)5. Bhugga6. Goad Khichdi with bananas (coming...
View ArticleKachchya KeLyachi Bhajee - Raw Plaintains Stir Fry
Kachchya KeLyachi Bhajee with PoLi I found some good looking raw plantains in the supermarket. I decided to make this simple bhaji. Plantains tend to get dry after cooking and hence this bhaji needs...
View ArticleBharli Vangi (2) - Stuffed Eggplants
Bharli Vangi is Maharashtrian delicacy. I am sharing a second version of this Maharashritan delicacy today.Bharli Vangi(2)Stuffed Baby EggplantsIngredients6 small eggplants6 small potatoesGrind...
View ArticleBaked Falafel
I try not to deep fry too frequently in my kitchen. I generally shallow fry Falafels using Appe pan, but last week, I thought of baking them on my mini muffin pan.Baked FalafelIngredients2 cups...
View ArticleBhatura Paratha or Roasted Bhatura
Bhatura Paratha with Paneer Chhole, Salad and PickleI apologize for this misleading & confusing name, but I call it bhatura paratha because I make the dough with the bhatura recipe and instead of...
View ArticleCorn Chowder
This is one of Gudiya's all time favorite soups. This is of course, my own version which has evolved over last few months. When I first made it, Gudiya complained that though it tasted great, it didn't...
View ArticleBreadfruit Sukke
Breadfruit SukkeBreadfruit Curry (dry)Ingredients1 packet Breadfruit pieces (I used Daily Delight brand)salt to tasteGrind to a coarse paste1 cup freshly scraped coconut5-6 byadgi chilies, roast in a...
View ArticleDholar Marcha na Pooda - Bell Pepper Pancake
Whenever I make this "pooda", people mistake it for tomato omelet. Actually, it doesn't have tomato at all. It contains red bell pepper!;-)Dholar Marcha na PoodaRed Bell Pepper PancakeIngredients1 1/2...
View ArticleGool PoLi - Jaggery Flatbread
My maushi - maternal aunt - makes excellent gooL poLi - jaggery flatbread. She gave me her precise measurements for making exactly 5 gooL-poLies. This is one of the delicacies that is made on the...
View ArticleStuffed Pomfret (1)
There are two ways pomfret is stuffed - one is by coconut chutney stuffing and the other is small prawns stuffing. Today, we are going to savor pomfret stuffed with coconut chutney. Stuffed Pomfret...
View ArticleGrilled Gucamole Sub
I created this sandwich after getting Torta rolls from Costco. I filled it with veggies like cucumbers, sprouts, spinach leaves and shredded carrots. Instead of using chutney as spread, I used...
View ArticleAlu Vadi - Taro Leaves Rolls
Although Patrode, AluVadi and Paatra are referred as synonyms, I disagree completely. Yes, they all are taro rolls, however, each of the recipes is different. Let's devour Maharashtrian style ALu VaDi...
View ArticleChhole Masala Powder
I love to experiment with my own Masala blends these days. I have been making this Chhole Masala powder, for a while now. It not only goes well with chhole but also substitutes for Garam Masala.Chhole...
View ArticleTilapia Veracruz
Today's dish is inspired by "Snapper Veracruz" that we sampled at "Azteca" Mexican restaurant in Fort Lauderdale. Apprantly, Veracruz is a port in Mexico which is known for its seafood delicacies The...
View ArticleTurnip Greens chi Bhaaji
I have heard and read that turnip greens are used and devoured in Kashmir. But I don't remember eating turnip greens in Mumbai. After coming to US, I missed my mom's paalebhaji/leafy greens. So I...
View ArticleSplit Green Peas Adai
I generally have split green pea daal in my pantry. This is easily available in the American supermarkets. I love the beautiful greenish hue it adds to the usual idlies and dosas. Split Pea AdaiSplit...
View ArticleEggless Chocolate French Toast Pudding
I had "French Toast" bread from Super Target. I generally don't use readymade breakfast breads so I decided to make my Aaji's pudding with a chocolaty twist. Chocolate French Toast...
View ArticleBlackened Tilapia
Floridian is an age-old 24 hour diner in Fort Lauderdale. Our visit to this famous diner was memorable. First, we parked right under a mango, albeit, Mexican Mango tree. The restaurant was decorated...
View ArticleInstant Kairi Pickle
This is an instant pickle, to be made on a small proportion and to be consumed within few weeks. Refrigerate any unused portion.Instant Kairi Pickle (using readymade pickle Masala)Raw Mango...
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