tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:44:12 +0000IndianIndian-PunjabiMain Course-CurriesIndian-KeralaDesserts and SweetsRamble rambleAppetizers and SnacksBeverages and DrinksChutneys/dips/saucesMain Course-Stir friesSafety MomentCooking from other blogsBreakfast and BrunchBreads and RotisIndo-ChineseVagabond's TravelogueCurd Based AccompanimentsRiceInternationalNoodles and PastaRevisiting the oldSoups and SaladsCooking from leftoversEventIndian-MaharashtrianIndian-SindhiItalianMiddle EasternBakedCrunchy munchy snacksIndian - GujaratiIndian-BengaliMexicanRestaurant ReviewSeafoodTea time goodies"Eat to Live or Live to Eat ??!!"http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (J)Blogger112125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-1007329391465085480Thu, 07 Oct 2010 08:30:00 +00002013-03-08T14:20:24.260+00:00BakedCooking from other blogsTea time goodies Baking is an exotic art, or so I'd like to think. It's magical how some gooey-doughey stuff placed in the oven turns into spongy, springy cakes! Besides it's addictive. An addiction that's hard to get rid of. So for three days in a row I baked. Then I ran out of eggs and was lazy to get more or look up egg substitutes....thankfully! Instead I found the box of ricotta I had picked on my last http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2010/10/orange-french-yogurt-cupcakes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-5026694294657561504Fri, 24 Sep 2010 17:12:00 +00002013-03-07T21:46:28.857+00:00Ramble ramble Birthdays are so exciting and full of promise... ask my little princess and she will nod in agreement. It does not matter whose birthday it is, sing the birthday song and she will clap her hands, smile cheerfully and even dance around. She thinks it's her birthday everytime there is a party. Thankfully she does not ask for gifts, well not yet. My SIL, when she was little, would cut a cake http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2010/09/its-birthday-time.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-531167990999588207Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:13:00 +00002010-10-07T18:12:35.818+01:00Appetizers and SnacksIndianIndian-PunjabiHappy New Year to all! We brought in the new year watching "3 Idiots" and a fun movie it was! Much as I'd have liked to watch the London Eye light up when the clock struck twelve, it wasn't a great idea to expose a baby to freezing weather! So we went to the theatre, with fingers crossed that the little one would behave well and also braced ourselves for the eventuality that she may scream the http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2010/01/let-it-snow-let-it-snow.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-1873836081861333980Wed, 23 Sep 2009 07:11:00 +00002010-01-12T11:57:46.585+00:00Ramble rambleA beautiful angel has come our wayWith a sweet smile to brighten our dayA gift so precious, she's a treasureFilling our hearts with joy and pleasure!As you see, I turned mum sometime ago and that explains why I have been missing from this space. Thankyou to those who asked after me, left me birthday wishes, onam greetings and for the baby. :) Life has been hectic with the baby and a relocation tohttp://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2009/09/reasons-to-celebrate.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-8077063025290222312Tue, 14 Apr 2009 03:00:00 +00002009-04-14T04:00:00.462+01:00Ramble rambleMay this Vishu bring joy, good health and peace to your home!http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2009/04/happy-vishu.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-4970831889838903607Wed, 18 Mar 2009 03:00:00 +00002009-03-18T03:00:00.612+00:00Chutneys/dips/saucesIndianIndian-KeralaIdli podi or gun-powder as it is popularly called is a fiery, dry chutney powder that is served with idlis. The bland taste of idli is fantastically complemented with this hot, spicy chutney which is a blend of dal, rice, red chillies and spices. Idli podi is usually made in large quantities and bottled to retain the flavours. It stores well at room temperature for months, though the fieriness http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2009/03/idli-podi-kerala-style.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-7368939100925696032Wed, 11 Mar 2009 03:00:00 +00002009-03-11T03:00:00.560+00:00Appetizers and SnacksIndian With some guests coming over for tea and no mood to fry up some snacks, I remembered reading a corn bhel recipe in one of Tarala Dalal's books. Most of the ingredients were available at hand and very minimal work to do, a nice looking evening snack was ready without much of a fuss and hardwork. I had store bought sev and puris in my pantry and some frozen corn and date-tamarind chutney in the http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2009/03/corn-bhel.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-3408178793844331340Wed, 04 Mar 2009 03:00:00 +00002009-03-04T03:00:00.111+00:00Chutneys/dips/saucesSummer arrives in India in early March and the first of the raw mangoes appear in the marketplaces. The women in the neighbourhood eagerly await the mango-seller walking through the streets with a huge basketful of baby mangoes on his head. As always they hail him, pick through the best of the raw mangoes, weigh their bulk purchase and haggle over the prices. They then go through the process of http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2009/03/mango-pickle.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-8323333196977136768Wed, 25 Feb 2009 03:00:00 +00002009-02-25T03:00:00.337+00:00Appetizers and SnacksIndianPumpkin is a versatile vegetable that can be boiled, steamed, roasted or even baked. Even the flowers, seeds and tender skin of the pumpkin is edible. Pumpkin is a good source of vitamin C, magnesium, fiber, potassium and other minerals, protein and essential fatty acids. Pumpkin is ideal for those who watch their weight as it is low in calories. Consuming pumpkin is an idea way to keep away wormhttp://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2009/02/pumpkin-patties.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-6471710396852098574Wed, 11 Feb 2009 03:00:00 +00002009-02-11T03:00:00.823+00:00Revisiting the oldCarrots are a goldmine of nutrients. No other vegetable or fruit contains as much carotene as carrots, which the body converts to vitamin A. This is a truly versatile vegetable and an excellent source of vitamins B and C as well as calcium pectate, an extraordinary pectin fibre that has been found to have cholesterol-lowering properties. The carrot is an herbaceous plant containing about 87% http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2009/02/revisiting-old-carrot-halva.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-9212369954239832055Wed, 04 Feb 2009 03:00:00 +00002009-02-04T03:00:00.811+00:00Cooking from other blogsSoups and SaladsI had my eyes on Sig's Red bell pepper soup and was completely floored when I tried it. Grilling the bell peppers and the touch of curry powder enhances the flavour of the soup incredibly. Try it and enjoy the sweetness of the peppers, sourness of the tomatoes and spices, all in one hot bowl of soup!You need:2 large red bell peppers2 large tomatoes peeled and chopped2 tbsp minced garlic1 1/2 cupshttp://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2009/02/red-bell-pepper-soup.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-5358515439187159199Wed, 28 Jan 2009 03:00:00 +00002009-01-28T03:00:00.627+00:00Cooking from other blogsIndian-KeralaMain Course-CurriesSeafood A fish curry that's been tried, tested and polished off our plates quite a number of times is this quick and easy recipe from Sig's Live to Eat. The beauty of this recipe is the unique blend of tamarind and coconut milk that makes this curry very likable for its mild spiciness. While Sig used halibut in this recipe, I've tried it with both king fish and pomfret and both taste great. Frying the http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2009/01/fish-in-tamarind-sauce.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-6754103949477132988Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:00:00 +00002009-01-21T03:00:02.048+00:00Indian-PunjabiMain Course-CurriesChhole is white chickpeas cooked in a spiced onion-tomato gravy. It is another classic dish for cold winters and can be served with parathas, puris, tikkis, pattice or chaat . You need: 250 gms white chickpeas/chhole soaked overnight2 sticks of cinnamon4 cloves4 cardamoms4 green chillies slit1 large onion chopped3 large tomatoes pureeda few slices of ginger1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste1 tsp red http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2009/01/chhole.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-6169663082493092216Wed, 14 Jan 2009 03:00:00 +00002009-01-14T03:00:01.285+00:00Revisiting the oldThe winter festival of Lohri is here and it brings memories of Punjabi neighbours who celebrated by lighting up a bonfire in their backyard at night. They circled it singing traditional songs and throwing popcorn and puffed rice into it. We kids called it the popcorn festival. You can read all about Lohri here. And do make these awesome pinnies - they make a great winter snack!Type rest of the http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2009/01/revisiting-old-pinnies.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-8587165254262714903Wed, 07 Jan 2009 03:00:00 +00002009-01-07T03:00:00.532+00:00Main Course-CurriesBring in the New Year with a rich, mildly spiced and creamy gravy with peas and fenugreek leaves. This gravy is simple to make and is a clever way to make kids have methi. Read about the benefits of methi here. Mattar methi malai teams well with naan or kulcha and makes a hearty winter dish. You need:1 cup methi leaves finely chopped1 onion finely chopped3-4 dry red chillies1/4 tsp jeera/cumin http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2009/01/mattar-methi-malai.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-924580031912250042Wed, 31 Dec 2008 09:43:00 +00002008-12-31T09:43:04.072+00:00Ramble rambleHappy New Year !May the dawn of this new yearOpen up for you new horizons,Fill your heart with new hope,Promises of a brighter tomorrowWishing you happiness and prosperity in the New Year!http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2008/12/new-year-greetings.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-7612346789226509589Wed, 03 Dec 2008 11:18:00 +00002008-12-03T13:22:40.969+00:00Revisiting the oldAfter a long break, some nudging from friends and some inquiry from loved ones about my absence from this space pushed me to present some delights from my kitchen. While I relished the idea of cooking without having to take pictures and type out recipes, the feedback and response from those who had tried and tested recipes from my space was precious. Unexpected rains that brought a slight dip in http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2008/12/revisiting-old-chicken-biryani.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)21tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-7873002908561672513Fri, 12 Sep 2008 07:20:00 +00002008-09-12T08:20:01.892+01:00Ramble rambleOnam Greetings to all visitors to Currybazar! http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2008/09/its-time-to-feast-again.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-8710912407072609488Sun, 07 Sep 2008 05:00:00 +00002008-12-03T13:34:41.633+00:00IndianRiceThe temperature dips and the sun sinks slowly into the horizon. The surroundings become eerily calm. The streets are almost empty; just a few cars speeding homewards and the last of the people scurrying home. A chilling silence has settled over the place. BANG! The canon goes off signifying that the sun has set. Instantly the muezzin's call for prayers or azaan blares from the minarets of every http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2008/09/chicken-biryani.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-3291913612941307674Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:10:00 +00002008-09-04T06:51:52.661+01:00Appetizers and SnacksIndianIndian-KeralaA holiday, illness and laziness later I was craving to have a deep fried something that wouldn't require me to slave over the stove too much. With idli batter in the fridge and a few other ingredients to bring in colour, appams, a childhood favourite was ready in minutes. This savoury version also called uppu-appams are equally popular as the sweet version called nei-appams. A special cast iron/http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2008/09/savoury-appams.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-6714266823447196456Wed, 30 Jul 2008 06:53:00 +00002008-12-13T06:17:33.831+00:00Breads and RotisAvacados being put to many uses... I followed her recipe for avacado parathas. They were super soft, buttery rotis. Yum!Guacamole, ofcourse!A lime-avacado drink - refreshing and tangy.Avacado milkshake - when I've run out of ideas and forgotten to take pictures.http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2008/07/experimenting-with-avacado.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-2626907950116522473Thu, 24 Jul 2008 10:10:00 +00002008-12-13T06:17:34.282+00:00Beverages and DrinksDesserts and SweetsMiddle EasternUAE summers are extremely hot. Well, that is an understatement. A short walk outside and you are searing, tired and completely dehydrated. But there is a beautiful side to the scorching summer – dates! Ever street, park, beach area is lined with date palms laden with plump, ripe fruit, waiting to be plucked. The young yellow dates turn a deep red as they ripen and black when they dry. A 100 gram http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2008/07/summer-fruits-dates.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-6762905252507194409Sun, 20 Jul 2008 14:31:00 +00002008-12-13T06:17:34.632+00:00Beverages and DrinksCooking from other blogsMiddle EasternI've seen many vendors in my part of the world selling dried little blossoms called karkade and wondered how popular it was with the Arab women - aren't they a fashionable lot? Someone suggested using karkade as a natural hair conditioner and colouring agent, I bought a bunch and used it regularly along with henna, but I didn't see it having any effect on my hair colour! I had no idea what http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2008/07/karkade.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-6014630461759282704Thu, 17 Jul 2008 03:00:00 +00002008-12-13T06:17:35.387+00:00Desserts and SweetsWith a whole lot of fruits picked from the market, summer has been a fruity fiesta for us! We generally eat up the fruits as such but with a watermelon, cherries, apricots, plums, rambutans and honeydew melon, there was an imminent threat of spoilage. The rambutans were eaten up first, then the huge water melon juiced and before the cheery cherries shriveled with age, I had to find a recipe to http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2008/07/cherry-icecream-with-chocolate-chips.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34909672.post-4070556047748053389Mon, 14 Jul 2008 17:30:00 +00002008-12-13T06:17:35.886+00:00Indo-ChineseDid you know Manchurian sauce does not belong to Chinese cuisine? It is, infact a creation of a group of Chinese immigrants who settled in the back-alleys of Kolkatta and aptly called the district Chinatown. To cater to their vegetarian clientele, they used the local vegetables, spiced up with the condiments they brought along with them to create the Manchurian sauce which has been a phenomenal http://currybazaar.blogspot.com/2008/07/gobi-manchurian-from-chinatown.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (J)18