A poke bowl is associated with raw marinated fish, like Ahi or Yellowfin tuna, that’s cubed and served over sticky rice and pickles. It is originated in Hawaii. The meaning of poke is to slice or cut in Hawaiian and this vegetarian version with watermelon makes perfect sense. The combination of sweet watermelon, sour pickles […]
Chikki (Brittle)
Print Chikki (Brittle) Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 15 mins Total time: 25 mins The sun starts to move from south to north during December. It is believed that this northerly movement (uttarayana) begins on January 14 (Makar Sakranti). This day is celebrated with kite flying in Gujarat. People fly the kites from their […]
Chickpea Flour Rolls and Fries
Print Khandavi Prep time: 20 mins Cook time: 10 mins Total time: 30 mins Serves: 6 The chickpea flour is known as besan and the rolls are known as Khandavi. This dish was my mother’s specialty. My mother used to make it on special occasions and whenever guests were coming over. She is not able to […]
Baghara Baigan
Print Baghara Baigan Prep time: 15 mins Cook time: 25 mins Total time: 40 mins Serves: 4 This eggplant curry is from city of Hyderabad, Southern part of India (in a state of Telangana), and it is usually served with Biryani. It is made with small purple egg sized eggplants (known as Indian eggplants). Ingredients 1 […]