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Kathi (Tangy) Chutney Meethi (Sweet) Chutney Mango Achar (Pickle) It’s that time of the year again when we find ourselves replacing meals with the indulgent sweetness of mangoes. A delicious variety of chutneys and achaars (pickle) too, become a merry accompaniment at breakfast, lunch and dinner. As quoted by the famous and incomparable Mirza […]
Lagan nu Achaar is a Pickle made from fresh carrots, ginger, garlic, raisins, apricots, figs, spices, sugar, jaggery and balsamic vinegar. Sweet and Savory this pickle is a great condiment on the table. I just made a batch. It takes 3 days of preparation and 2 days to make! Not easy but very tasty to relish […]
If using green tea leaves, they are added to hot water to release their flavor. Mint leaves are also added to hot water along with sweetener. Serve fresh minty green tea hot or cold. Makes: 1 Cup of Minty Green Tea. Ingredients: Dried Green Tea Leaves 1 Tbsp Fresh Mint Leaves 5 – 6 Honey […]
(Also spelt as Dhansaak, Dhanshak, Dhunsak, Thansak) Vegetarians can leave the meat out and make the dal, it comes out very good. Parsi Dhansak Recipe: Parsi Dhansak for the good times by Rita Ingredients For the Dhansak dal: 1 lb Chicken skinned and washed. (or Lamb, Goat Meat. Vegetarians can leave the meat out and […]
Dear Friends, By popular demand, Rita’s Parsi Cuisine is introducing “Lagan nu Achaar”. Lagan nu Achaar is a pickle made from fresh carrots, ginger, garlic, raisins, apricots, figs, dates, spices, jaggery and balsamic vinegar. Sweet and savory this pickle is a great condiment on the table. It is called “Lagan nu Achaar” as it is […]
From Punjab! In India this meat dish is a staple in Punjabi homes. INGREDIENTS 500 gm minced meat 1 tbsp oil (prefer canola oil, but any oil is fine. Usually peanut oil is used in India) 2 tsp cumin seeds 500 gm onions-grated 1 tsp ginger paste 1 tsp garlic paste 1 cup tomato puree […]
Finding Food and Dinner ideas is a challenge for even the most organized moms and dads, especially with kids – those notoriously pick eaters. Having brought up 2 kids myself here are my favorites. Try these well known kid’s foods below. Rice Macaroni Puri Egg Egg Less Donuts
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MURG RASEDAAR INGREDIENTS : 1 kg chicken-skinned and cut into pieces 1/4 cup oil 1 tsp garlic paste 2 cups grated onions 1/2 cup grated tomatoes 1/2 cup yoghurt 2 tsp garam masala salt to taste 1/2 tsp turmeric 2 tbsp coriander powder 1 tsp chilli powder 2 tbsp chopped coriander leavesMETHOD: Heat the oil […]
The sweet smell of flowers, the beautiful aroma of sandalwood and “loban”, the well laid out tables with “karasiyaas” and vases and the soothing chant of the ancient prayers recited by our Dastoorji – these are all wonderful memories of the “Muktad” days, that my husband Jamshed remembers growing up in Ahmedabad. Food cooked for […]
Traditional Parsi Akuri made the old fashioned way and with the old fashioned taste! My daughter Roshni says: After years of observing and searching and finally finding the right vessel in Ahmedabad, I have finally achieved Parsi akuri just like my grandmother’s! (yes, the pot/pan makes a difference). Akuri is basically scrambled eggs. The way […]
Mumbai’s top Parsi food caterer Tanaz Godiwalla serves up Summer Vines. Summer Vines once a vision has now come into fruition ! The legendary culinary expert, Tanaz Godiwalla and Periodontist, Dr. Tanaz Boyce are delighted to have seen their dream turn into a reality. Summer Vines brings together their passion for people, food and […]
Ingredients 1 1/2 cup Refined Flour 1 1/2 tbsp Crumbled Mava 3/4 cup Softened Butter 3/4 cup powdered Sugar 5 tbsp Milk Powder 2 tbsp Cornflour 1 tsp Baking Powder 1 tsp Soda Bicarbonate 1/4 tsp Cardamon pwd 1/4 Cup butter milk 2 tbsp Milk Method Preheat the oven at 350 F. Grease the tin or […]
INGREDIENTS 1 kg chicken-boneless, cooked and diced 1/4 cup mayonnaise sauce 2 tbsp cream 1/4 cup cabbage-chopped 2 tbsp tomato ketchup 1 tsp chilli sauce lettuce leaves spring onions-for garnish METHOD When the chicken is cold, mix together with the rest of the ingredients, except the lettuce leaves. Arrange the lettuce leaves on a […]
Akuri is basically scrambled eggs. You can have it for breakfast. Serve it with Rotli or toasted bread. The way you make each dish changes based on the method and process used in cooking the eggs. Ingredients change the flavor of the spicy scrambled egg dish. You can make it spicy, sweet and savory as […]
Dhan dar, Patio, Dhansak, Curry Chawal, Sali goshst, Chicken Kaleji (liver), Thai green curry and Baked cauliflower, Cutlets, Macaroni are some dishes which are on the regular menu. The ladies make non-veg and vegetarian dishes. Ask for the menu by phone since it changes daily, food is prepared daily and is fresh. Their Sev, Ravo, […]
