The Shingara for Bengali’s is a part of the essence of being a Bengali. It is linked to so many occasions and memories that the mention of Shingara gets Bengalis excited no matter where they are. When I was a kid, I was often sent to the local snack stall near our house whenever any guest...
This is definitely an egg with a difference. Essentially it is a poached egg on a bed of Yogurt and garlic blend, generously drizzled with hot spicy butter. Sounds interesting. I loved the whole concept so much that I wanted to make one for myself. While it sounds complicated, the Turkish egg is...
This is a popular Asian dish for meals during the week or on the weekend. This recipe normally has fish sauce and shrimp paste as an ingredient but I have made it a purely vegetarian dish without any of these. I would advise making the green curry paste at home rather than buying it off the...
As I browse food blogs, I see a buzz for the Noodles in hot chili oil. It’s quite popular and trending because it’s simple and a really tasty meal which can be cooked in ten minutes flat. This express noodle recipe is nothing but cooked noodles tossed in a wonder sauce full of umami blast...
This a standard ingredient across Oriental cuisines. You are bound to come across the chili oil in Chinese, Korean and Japanese restaurants. This is basically a neutral oil infused with szechuan peppercorn, red chili flakes and other seasoning that adds a flavour blast and lifts everything it is...
These are traditional Indian fried pancakes soaked in sugar syrup are a household name. Brings back childhood memories. Growing up in a Bengali joint family, I can fondly remember the numerous occasions my Jethima (Aunt) would sit us down and make us sample her delectable Malpua. I could never...
