The story behind Chicken Tikka Masala is truly the stuff of legends! This iconic dish that graces the menu of pretty much every Indian restaurant, did not even originate in India! Chicken Tikka Masala, a classic Brit-Indian dish gets an easy makeover with a salt-free Tikka Masala spice blend from Savory Spice Shop. What’s not …
Month: May 2021
Peas Pulao
The beauty of the peas pulao is in its simplicity. Beautiful grains of fragrant Basmati rice, just steamed green peas and the rich depth of flavor from whole spices make this a gorgeous rice dish to serve with an Indian meal. Ingredients 1 cup of basmati rice, rinsed and drained 2 tbsp oil 1 star …
Anatomy of an Indian Meal
Indian meals can be as simple or as elaborate as you choose to make it. Learn the essential anatomy of an Indian meal, the role that each dish plays, and build a balanced menu for your next Indian dinner. First Things First Indian meals are typically eaten family style, all at once. There is no notion …
Cabbage Poriyal
The word poriyal simply means stir-fried. So cabbage poriyal is just stir fried green cabbage with coconut. So simple and yet it’s a hit – every single time! You can literally do this with any vegetable (just don’t pick something that gets mushy when cooked!). I have talked about tempering many times in previous posts …
Kala Chana
Kala chana is the vegetarian’s answer to high protein and iron rich beef! Super nutritious, these are amazingly versatile legumes that can be used in many different ways. I have actually used it in a previous post as part of my South Indian Meal! Think of kala chana as a cousin to the more familiar …
Virgin Frozen Margaritas
In the northeast of the United States, spring arrives in May (not March!). With the warmer weather, we open up the backyard and especially this year, it feels like we are all so ready to gather with friends and family. This has involved some pretty typical food and drink in the past – mostly involving …
Zingy Bean Dip
There’s bean dip and then there’s Zingy Bean Dip! How many times have you gone to the grocery store hungry and headed straight for the snack aisle? I know I have! The bean dips that are strategically placed with the chips are often pasty, bland, and an absolute disgrace to the discerning palate! This is …
Holy Enchilada!
Anyone remember the Hank Zipzer book series for young readers by Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver? These were full of adventure and made everyday situations so much fun! As I was planning our Cinco de Mayo dinner this year, I suddenly remembered book #6 – Holy Enchilada! The recipe in the back of the book …