Description A very spicy, andhra chicken fry. The fire comes from whole black peppercorns. Secret Tips Grind the pepper masala powder and coconut masala just before cooking the chicken. Ingredients 3 Tbsp canola oil 1 Lb Chicken cut in 2 – 2 1/2 ” pieces with the bone (breasts and thighs with bone) 2 Cups […]
Archive for October, 2010
Nooni Vankaya
Posted by renuka in October 15th, 2010
Description A signature dish that is a must at all family vegetarian feasts. A spicy stuffed eggplant curry that is unique because of the secret ingredients in the stuffing masala. Secret Tip To simplify the cooking prepare the masala powder ahead of time. Instead of blending the onion and garlic with the powder into a […]
Home-made Yogurt
Posted by renuka in October 14th, 2010
Description Home-made plain yogurt that is delicious because it has no preservatives. A classic final course for a spicy, Indian meal. Secret Tip You can let the milk come to a boil several times to make it more creamy. You can also make the yogurt with skim milk but the consistency of the yogurt will […]
Spinach with garlic
Posted by renuka in October 14th, 2010
Description A simple spinach preparation that makes a wonderful side with fish, any meats or Dhal. Secret Tip Ingredients 2 Lbs of fresh baby spinach, washed and chopped 1 Large onion finely chopped 2 Tbsp Oil (canola, olive or sunflower) 6-8 Garlic cloves peeled and finely sliced 2-3 Green chillies cut in halves 6-10 Karvepaku […]
Cabbage Poriyal with Chenaga Pappu(Channa dhal)
Posted by renuka in October 13th, 2010
Description A new twist on the traditional, south-indian cabbage poriyal. Good source of protien and fibre. Secret Tip The channa dhal can be prepared in advance and refrigerated. Ingredients 1 Large cabbage finely sliced 1 Cup channa dhal 2 Green chillies cut in halves 1 cup onion finely chopped 2-3 Tbsp Oil (canola or sunflower) […]
Lamb with Chenaga Pappu
Posted by renuka in October 13th, 2010
Description Delicious lamb dish with a thick gravy with chennaga pappu (split channa dhal). Perfect with chapathi/parathas. Secret Tip Substitute water with chicken broth for extra flavor. Ingredients 2 Lbs Boneless lamb cut into medium size cubes 2 Tbsp Ginger /Garlic Paste 1 Cup Onions finely chopped 2 Ripe Tomatoes finely chopped 1 Cup Channa […]
Chicken Liver Fry
Posted by renuka in October 11th, 2010
Description Spicy and nutritious appetizer. Secret Tips Sprinkle a tbsp of Almond powder for flavor. Ingredients 1 lb Chicken Livers 2 Tbsp Oil (Canola or Sunflower) 1 Cup onions finely sliced 1 Tomato finely chopped 2 Medium Green Chillies 1 Tsp Ginger/Garlic paste 1/4 Tsp Turmeric 1/2 Tsp Dhaniya powder 1/2 Tsp chilli powder 1/2 […]
Shrimp Fry
Posted by renuka in October 11th, 2010
Description Signature dish. Easy to make and simply delicious. Perfect as an appetizer or as a main with steamed rice. Secret Tip Substitute salt with msg free, meat tenderiser. Sprinkle it on shrimp with some olive oil and let it marinate while you get the rest of the ingredients ready. After the shrimp is cooked […]
Chicken Fry
Posted by renuka in October 11th, 2010
Description Spicy chicken dish without gravy. Perfect with steamed rice and rasam. Secret Tips You can make the garam masala paste/powder ahead of time. If further pressed for time substitute it with 2 tsp of Dhaniya Powder, 1/2 tsp of Jheera powder and 2 tsp of Deep Garam Masala Powder. You can also use the […]
Asparagus Soup
Posted by renuka in October 7th, 2010
Description Rich and flavourful soup. Perfect for the fall and winter. Secret Tip To make it vegan you can substitute the butter with olive oil, the chicken stock with vegetable stock (make sure it does not contain tomato) and the heavy cream with coconut milk. Ingredients 1 1/2 lbs Asparagus 4 Tbsp Butter 1 Cup […]