What is Tarka?

Tarka is technique where spices are added to very hot oil. When the spice seeds are added to the hot oil, they pop and sizzle bringing out the intense flavor and aroma.

Tarka might be done in different ways:

Its either done at the beginning of a recipe, and then the other ingredients are added […]

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Cabbage with Peanuts

Cabbage with Peanuts

Ingredients:

½ Head fresh Green Cabbage shredded ½ Red or Yellow Onion sliced very thinly into half moons 1 Medium tomato sliced ½ cup Shelled Raw Peanuts 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds 1 tablespoon Olive Oil ½ Lime Salt to taste 1 can of Mandarin Oranges drained […]

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Chingri Maacher Malaikari: Jumbo Prawns cooked in Spiced Coconut Cream

 

 

Chingri Maacher Malaikari is a signature dish from Bengal. Golda Chingri or jumbo prawns are cooked in a spiced creamy sauce made with thick coconut milk. I have grown up in this East Indian State (West Bengal), having to eat (and loving every bite and moment of it) this simply marvelous dish […]

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The Commonly Used Indian Spices

 

 

 

Indian cuisine is characterized by the extensive use of numerous spices. Spices or Masala as it is called in Hindi, may be called the “heartbeat” of an Indian kitchen.

 

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Bruschetta

Bruschetta

Bruschetta, originates from Central Italy, is usually served as an appetizer. It is one of the simplest thing to make and can immensely gratify your tasting buds. Use any Italian Tuscan or French Baguette bread and top it with your favorite toppings. For this recipe I have used French Baguette and […]

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