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by Monika

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Otti the coorgi Akki roti – Gluten Free Rice Flatbread

Otti or the Coorgi Akki Roti is probably one of my favourite rice flatbread. Soft and the perfect carrier for the fiery curries. This Akki Roti comes from Nivedita again and is her family recipe. It is now a huge part of our life too. The text here is usually all mine but today it is her story to tell. So here is what she says about this Akki Roti. Paddy and coffee are the two major crops grown in Coorg. The former used for consumption and the latter for financial stability. Most … [Read more...]

Crispy smashed potatoes: Day 29 of COVID

Crispy smashed potatoes are the perfect recipe for evening snacks along with the lockdown Friday cocktail. Or as a meal in itself with minimal ingredients. Crispy Smashed Potatoes is a great recipe to make especially when you have guests or parties at home or even for a simple meal with some roast chicken and the best part is you can do some of the prep way ahead as well. Preferably use baby potatoes or small size ones and no peeling is required for this recipe. Boil them until … [Read more...]

150 plus dishes to make from Pantry Ingredients

In these times when fresh ingredients are hard to come by here is a list of 150 plus dishes to make from Pantry Ingredients. This is a post you want to bookmark for now and for later. This post with trusted recipes of 150 plus dishes to make from Pantry Ingredients and long-lasting vegetables is you one shop stop for Quarantine Cooking. Recipes with Cereals Leftover roti upma Got leftover rotis from dinner? Make this super simple roti upma for breakfast and a super simple … [Read more...]

Gosht Belliram: Mutton Belliram

Gosht Belliram or Mutton Belliram is a delicious recipe from the kitchen of Maharaj Ranjit's time. Easy to make & super delicious! Everyone who knows me knows that I am not a big chicken fan. However, give me a good mutton curry and you have made a friend for life. This Gosht Belliram and I have certainly made friends forever or as people say these days have become BFF. If stories are to be believed this particular curry was created in the royal kitchen of Maharaja Ranjit. Maharaja … [Read more...]

Barley Prawn Risotto with Dil Pesto : Thermomix Recipe

Creamy, cheesy and super delicious this Barley Prawn Risotto with Dil Pesto hits all the right notes. The post includes both Thermomix and stovetop recipe! This Creamy, cheesy and super delicious this Barley Prawn Risotto with Dil Pesto is what dreams are made of. I love Risotto but you still won't find many risotto recipes on the blog because I think the real deal is the arborio rice. And that rice is so expensive that I hardly end up making risotto at home. Till I figured out that barley … [Read more...]

16 Party Snacks for your Diwali Party

A list of BEST Party Snacks for your Diwali Party! From Dips to salads to cocktail bites, If you are hosting this year, this is the only post you will need. I love hosting parties, especially my yearly Diwali party. Some years, I start researching about them years ago and on some, I am completely last minute. Whichever way you plan, here is a list of 16 Party Snacks for your Diwali Party. The only list you will need this time. Easy & Delicious Zucchini Corn Fritters Easy to … [Read more...]

Shallot Pulao | Pearl Onion Pulao

Shallot or Pearl Onion Pulao is an easy yet delicious rice dish which is a perfect accompaniment to any curry or a buffet. It is a recipe for keepers! We all love shallots at home and this pearl onion pulao is our favourite rendition of the regular onion pulao. The crunch and mild sweetness of the baby onions (as Ojas calls them) makes the pulao absolutely delightful. The rice has lovely flavours from whole spice, mildness sweetness of shallots and a very mild chilli hit. These things … [Read more...]

Mikusu – Pan Asian Restaurant at Conrad Bangalore

Mikusu, the Pan Asian Restaurant at Conrad Bangalore is the perfect answer to those looking to try something new in the city. Delicious food, great ambiance make it a great addition to the central Bangalore eating scene. A pretty table, a glass of sparkling wine and some great Asian food is how I spent my Wednesday evening a few weeks ago. Mikusu, a pan Asian Restaurant at Conrad Bangalore has been around for a while now and I was invited to check out it's new menu. Small Plates The … [Read more...]

Spicy Sri Lankan Crab Curry Recipe

One of my favorite food, while I was in Sri Lanka last year, was the Sri Lankan Crab Curry and here is a recipe that I got from a local while I was there. Spicy and full of flavor it is turning out to be the favorite way to eat crabs in our household. Last year this day I was in Sri Lanka on a solo trip. It wasn't my first solo trip, but it was probably the best. One of the warmest country I visited with the best food ever.  I ate a lot while I was in Sri Lanka would be an understatement. And … [Read more...]