This recipe came about one day when I was trying to clear out my fridge. It requires so little effort and time that I’m a bit embarrassed about calling it a recipe! Continue reading Eggplant Roast
Drumsticks (Murungakai) and Eggplant Curry
This is my mother-in-law’s recipe. It is a little time consuming to prepare each ingredient, but it comes together pretty fast. Continue reading Drumsticks (Murungakai) and Eggplant Curry
On the Food Trail – Indonesia (Batam) – April 2013
Parmesan Croutons
These croutons are lovely over salad or soup. Really quick to prepare and are very moorish, so make extra! Continue reading Parmesan Croutons
Asparagus and Green Pea Soup
As ridiculous as this sounds, Mangy and I actually needed a break from all the seafood we’ve been pigging out on. I was lucky to find a small bunch of Asparagus in the local wet market and wanted a recipe that would stretch the Asparagus further. Continue reading Asparagus and Green Pea Soup
Fried Okra with Peanuts and Sesame Seeds
I’m totally obsessed with crushed peanuts (it’s a really strange obsession considering I HATE peanuts generally). When I came across this recipe, I went a little crazy with happiness. It has all of my favourite ingredients. Continue reading Fried Okra with Peanuts and Sesame Seeds
Stuffed Pomfret
This is a nice twist to regular fried fish. Stuffed with spicy masala, it’s a really special dish that doesn’t require too much extra effort. Plus, you won’t need to prepare a curry to go with the rice. This fried fish comes with its own gravy – bonus! Continue reading Stuffed Pomfret
Appam Balik
I am addicted to the combination of crushed peanuts, sugar and a pinch of salt and will happily eat bowlfuls of this for breakfast, lunch and dinner (and any meal in between!). Continue reading Appam Balik
Ginger Garlic Paste
I use a lot of ginger garlic paste in my curry recipes. I suppose this is common amongst most Indian cooks, what isn’t common though is the recipe for preparing the actual paste. Continue reading Ginger Garlic Paste