Aloo Bhindi Subji I like to explore North Indian subjis especially when I prepare rotis. Today it was Aloo Bhindi. This is one of those simple recipes you can make over and over again and that is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face. I wasn’t going to add tomatoes but was convinced by [...]

Masoor Dal Masoor dal is not a regular lentil in my kitchen but when I do prepare it, this dal is much loved and relished by all at home. A versatile dal that each time I prepare its a variation from the one prepared earlier. The recipe featured today is a vibrant colored dal finished [...]

We had a guest for lunch today. He is extremely fond of kheema curry that I prepare and had requested for it. This kheema curry that I am featuring today is a standard one but what makes a huge difference in flavor is the home ground masala powder that goes into its making. It amazes [...]

The Indian food trail series travels to West Bengal, the land of maach (fish), bhaat (rice) and rasgulla. Adorable Sandeepa of Bong Mom’s CookBook who delights us with her hilarious posts and Bengali culinary delights shares with us a typical home cooked Bengali meal. Thank you, Sandeepa. Dear readers, please give a warm welcome to [...]

Beyond Curries is a new food blog run by a group of Indian food bloggers. Basically this blog will be working towards demystifying Indian cooking and bring to readers the ABC of basic Indian home cooking. Especially for first timers in the kitchen or those wanting to try their hand at Indian cooking, Beyond Curries [...]

Vankaya Vepudu – Eggplant Stir fry A family favorite especially during festive meals. Eggplants aka Vankaya hold a special place in a typical Andhra meals especially on festive days or wedding feasts. For Ugadi our lunch spread would have been incomplete without this subtle sweet-flavored stir fry. Simple to prepare, the key to this recipe [...]

Its not everyday that I find myself sitting in the verandah overlooking the garden, relishing deep-fried comforts over a cup of masala chai. Well, today was one such day that I treated myself to a crispy North Indian snack over a cup of hot chai. I prepared Matri that makes a great snack with tea. [...]

Pulihora, Aratikaya bajji and Coconut chutney Bajjis, gold colored, savory, crowd pleasing treats that bring life to a special occasion. During my growing years, you could find me sitting on the beach wall (Vizag is blessed with a beautiful coastline) with family or friends relishing murri mixture and raw plantain bajjis stuffed with raw onions [...]