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Mooli (Daikon) curry (Moora nu khariyu)

This Mooli curry (called mura nu khariyu) is really a very traditional gujarati recipe.  My father in law used to…

13 May 2011

Crispy Potato Bhajia often referred to as Maru’s Bhajia

What are bhajias (often called bhajis and pakoras )?   Bhajias are generally vegetables sliced and  dipped in a spiced  chickpea…

12 April 2011

Stuffed Bhajias: Steamed, grilled , stuffed and fried potato and garlic bhajias!

What are bhajias (often called bhajis and pakoras )?   Bhajias are generally vegetables sliced and  dipped in a spiced  chickpea…

3 March 2011

Gujarati Butter Beans Curry (mota vaal nu shaak)

  Butter beans (often called Lima beans) are full of protein and taste really great. They are available as dried…

27 February 2011

Ragda Patties or Hot Pea Soup Topped with Potato Patties

Now that winter's here, it's time for hot soups.  I love soups of any kind but sometimes crave for something …

28 November 2010

Frozen Fresh Ginger, green chilies & fresh garlic

Working full time and living away from any shops selling ethnic food stuff, I have to buy in bulk whenever…

22 October 2010

Savoury Pancakes or Gujarati Pudlas made with vegetables and chickpea flour

Savoury pancakes (known as Pudlas in Gujarati homes and Chilas in parts of India)—are soft, flavourful, and wonderfully versatile. Made…

15 October 2010

Savoury Rice with lentils and peas (Gujarati toor dall khichedi)

Savoury Rice with lentils and peas called  Toor dall khichedi  is a traditional Gujarati comfort dish. Khichedi or khichdiis one…

4 August 2010

Pickled Ginger

  Ginger is one ingredient we use everyday - starting with my early morning lemon,honey and ginger and honey drink…

4 July 2010

Gujarati Tuvar Dall or Toor Dall

The pigeon pea is also known as Toor dall or Tuvar, Congo pea or Gungo pea. In India, split pigeon…

1 July 2010