This chicken broccoli bake is a classic combination of chicken and broccoli, which makes an all-in-one supper. It’s a lovely comfort food, great in summer with a side salad or in winter with some wedges or mash and even more steamed vegetables on the side. This dish makes a lasagne alternative and it’s an adaptable […]
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TOMATO PEAS CURRY
Tomato peas curry is a simple and delicious green peas curry simmered in a fragrant spiced coconut milk and tomato sauce. Easy curries featuring green peas are among some of my favourite sides to serve along with other Indian dishes. Simple enough to make, to go along with a busy weeknight meal, yet elegant enough […]
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Ulli theeyal is a popular South Indian dish made with roasted coconut and spices. Theeyal is one of my favourite vegetarian side dishes. The making of theeyal requires a fine balancing of flavours. When I think of theeyal, the first thing that comes to my mind is the flavour of roasted coconut and tanginess from […]
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Fish mappas or Meen mappas is a delicious coconut based fish curry popularly made in the South Indian state, Kerala. Fish refers to Meen in Malayalam language. This is a lightly spiced fish recipe in which fish is cooked in creamy coconut milk, masala paste and tomatoes. You can use tinned coconut milk or fresh coconut […]
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Kerala mutton curry is a dish in which mutton is cooked in roasted coconut and spices in traditional Kerala style. The cooking time of mutton depends on the type of mutton you use. I pressure cook the meat for 6-8 whistles. The curry also keeps well in the fridge for 2-3 days. You can also […]
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