The Turmeric Kitchen

Candid reflections of the past year ~ Happy Birthday "The Turmeric Kitchen" :)

2013-03-17T21:46:00.000-07:00

Yes! its been a year...already! :) A splendid, immensely satisfying year filled with excitement and gratification, to say the very least. I am so overwhelmed with emotions reflecting back on how...

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Royally simple yet simply royal ~Mughlai Paratha~

2013-01-27T22:21:00.000-08:00

Of all the numerous culinary impressions I have formed while growing up, one particular dish that has always stood out has been this fluffy yet crunchy, simple yet with-an-impressionable-bite -...

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"Outrageous"-ly decadent - Chocolate & walnut brownies

2013-01-02T20:32:00.000-08:00

Quite often said and blindly followed (by yours truly i.e.) is the crude saying - "Whatever you do on the first day of a year..most likely you would be doing it for the rest of it ". Sounds chancy...

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The nutty-chocolaty high ~ Chocolate hazelnut & almond cookies~

2012-12-12T19:35:00.002-08:00

Those of you, who have ever tried Nutella even once (although I am quite sure there would hardly be anyone who hasn't gone for the second try!!), would wholly back me up in my affection towards the...

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The joyous treat - Besan Sooji / Besan Rava ladoo

2012-11-20T11:59:00.000-08:00

Time surely has some mighty wings..coz it always flies by in a blink. At times, it’s so hard to believe that it’s been almost 2 years since I first tried my hand at besan ladoo and out of sheer...

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Ushering in Diwali with Chivda a.k.a. Chuda mixture

2012-11-04T19:47:00.000-08:00

Being away from something that you absolutely adore makes you feel in either or both of these ways – intermittent feelings of guilt for not paying attention and/or the unnerving tinge of self- doubt...

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Of autumn warmth and Nan-Khatai

2012-09-30T18:32:00.000-07:00

Long before terms like shortbread and cookie were introduced into my jargon, nan khatai ruled a special corner in my heart exclusively reserved for warm and gratifying baked goods. My first...

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Unassumingly festive ~Kaju Badam Barfi~

2012-09-19T19:58:00.002-07:00

Driven by intense conversations regarding “Barfi” (the Ranbir Kapoor one people!), I couldn’t help but think about the real and the first connotation the word “barfi” has had for me since childhood....

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Usual fare - Unusual way ~ Spiced & baked cauliflower bhaja~

2012-09-07T21:01:00.002-07:00

What happens when life hands you a lemon? well of course, make a lemonade right? now don't get me wrong over here..this post has nothing to do with lemons, lemonade or anything remotely citrusy for...

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"Cheese"-y tricks ~ Marinated & grilled Matar Paneer

2012-08-26T18:24:00.003-07:00

Ask any staunch vegetarian about their opinion of paneer and chances are that you might witness them profess their undying admiration for the same.Paneer or fresh cow's milk cheese holds a very...

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Bursts of "garlic-ness" - Roasted garlic fried rice

2012-08-22T12:44:00.000-07:00

When renowned chef and culinary writer, Louis Diat said “There are five elements: earth, air, fire, water and garlic”, he echoed my sentiments quite exactly. I couldn’t possibly deny...

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Some sheer creamy happiness - Kesar Badam Kulfi/ Saffron Almond Kulfi

2012-08-12T11:10:00.003-07:00

This unforgiving sun, soaring temperature along with the sweltering heat make me reach out to one age old cooling recipe that has always been close to heart. Way before all the plethora of ice cream...

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Going the veggie route, the Indo-Chinese way- Vegetable Manchurian

2012-07-29T16:44:00.002-07:00

Most likely you wouldn't agree if I were to say that it takes a LOT of work into pulling off an Indo-Chinese theme party successfully or....would you? I wouldn't believe it AT all, if I had not been...

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An Odia spin to the classic egg curry - Anda Alu Jhola

2012-07-23T18:18:00.001-07:00

How comforting is it to catch a glimpse of eggs gloriously adorning the-almost-empty refrigerator? Very comforting, isn’t it? I say it with much conviction since I believe that I might almost win (or...

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The mighty Vada Pav & the dainty Alu Chop

2012-07-09T15:31:00.002-07:00

Even though I haven't quite grown up eating this "burger", very often it makes me wonder as to when and how I grew to like it. Its often true that the enthusiasm of your loved ones rubs off on you,...

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Fresh,Sweet & Sour - Raw Mango & Mint Chutney ~Amba Pudina Khatta~

2012-07-05T13:13:00.000-07:00

Summer and mangoes have been synonymous ever since I could think of. The sweltering heat of the summer months seems much more bearable when relished with some juicy, sweet, luscious mangoes. Come...

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Ratha Jatra special - Puri Jagannath Mandira "Mitha Dali"

2012-06-24T17:04:00.001-07:00

On the auspicious occasion of Ratha Jatra, I could not help but recollect all the fond melodies and memories associated to this grand festival. I found myself looking for ways to feel closer to...

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The irresistible team - "Coriander Luchi" & "Khatta Mitha Aloo"

2012-06-15T19:13:00.001-07:00

Isn't it quite fascinating to observe your own thoughts when faced with options? Thoughts seem to run in all directions but its only when both the heart and the mind concur that the final decision is...

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Into the makings of a keeper - Curried Shrimp in spicy coconut gravy

2012-06-10T10:41:00.001-07:00

The birth of this recipe took place in my kitchen when one fine day being too fed up with the use of excessive spices and over-cooking of the delicate sea-food, I embarked on this mission to try...

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Back to my comfort zone with my comfort food - "Chaula Kheeri"

2012-06-05T19:20:00.002-07:00

What would your realm of comfort be, once you are back home after a long period of absence? Beyond any doubt, I know what mine is! So being back in my haven after a 3 week trip both for work and fun,...

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The Eggplant/Brinjal grandeur - Dahi Baigana

2012-05-25T12:21:00.001-07:00

My irrational inclination towards Eggplant (Brinjal/ Baigana as its known in my side of the world ) has always baffled quite a few people. Need I say, I adore it! It's meaty texture and...

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The quick appetizer-dip-chutney- "Bilati Baigana Poda" (Spicy roasted tomato salsa)

2012-05-09T20:31:00.002-07:00

Typically, Indian meals are one course meals with several small portions served up together on the same platter at the same time.The overall meal is prepared keeping in mind the coherence of the...

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Birthday Dinner II- The Menu and some rice devotion- "Piaja aau podina matar palau"

2012-05-07T20:18:00.000-07:00

Intimate birthday dinners lit up with happy faces and resonant with friendly banter make up for some lifelong cherished memories. To my absolute pleasure, I got to celebrate my special day with not...

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Indo-Chinese Birthday Meal Part I - Chili Chicken

2012-05-05T13:25:00.000-07:00

Growing up, birthdays have always been very special. It was the day when I was treated like a real princess. The excitement the night before, the preparations building up for the big day and the day...

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"Ama Odia Thali" (A hearty vegetarian Odia meal) Highlight: "Mitha Khechudi"

2012-04-24T19:30:00.002-07:00

Five years ago, I wouldn't have ever imagined myself preparing a traditional Odia thali - that's mostly because I have always been the venturous kinds, finding myself playing with new ingredients...

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