Bakery Egg Puffs – Kerala Style
Bakery Egg Puffs – Kerala Style These are my favorite Bakery Puffs. When I was in college, I used to often visit, this Bakery called the Oven on Marine Drive, Kochi.
Chicken rolls (Malabar Style)
Chicken Rolls (Malabar Style) These breaded rolls, containing a lip-smacking chicken filling are quite a treat! A crispy crumb coating, with a soft roll inside, make each bite extremely pleasing. This recipe is a keeper if you love Malabar snacks. Try this original RAS recipe and send in your valuable feedback.
Irani Pola (Beef) – (Malabar Snack)
Irani Pola (Beef) – Pan cooked – Deep Dish Savoury Beef Pie (Malabar Snack).
Thalassery Chicken Biryani ( with Marinated Chicken )
Thalassery Chicken Biryani ( with Marinated Chicken ) – Another take on a popular recipe from my website. My original recipe for Thalassery Chicken Biryani has had so many testimonials from my readers and youtube followers.
Potato and Egg Bajji (Pakoras) with a Super Quick homemade Chilli sauce
Potato and Egg Bajji – A very quick and easy snack. I love to make Bajji’s ( Pakora’s) when everyone is around at tea time. If you have some potato, egg and chickpea flour (besan) at home, you can make these in 20 minutes. I also came up with this instant sauce, after tasting something …
Thalassery Mutton Biryani | Mutton Dum Biryani
Thalassery Mutton Biryani – True Celebration Biryani. My recipe for Thalassery Chicken Biryani, may be familiar with many of the Malabar biryani lovers out there. It was copied enough times on so many platforms that I stopped counting. As frustrating as it is, the fact remains that the recipe is a RAS ORIGINAL and reserves …
Umma’s Pulivaral | Malabar Traditional Banana Fritters
Umma’s Pulivaral – Pulivaral is a simple and really old traditional Malabar snack. In the olden days, these were always made during Ramadan. The name comes from the fact that they are shaped similar to the raw tamarind pod. My mom shares fond memories of how these were made daily at her home during Ramadan …
Kozhikodan Biriyani | Calicut Chicken Biryani
Kozhikodan Biriyani | Calicut Biryani – withstanding the test of time through its rich spice heritage.
Tuna Cutlet Recipe – Tuna Croquette
This Tuna Cutlet Recipe comes in handy when you want to make a tasty tea time snack. These croquettes are a great addition to the Ramadan Iftar menu as well. Lol, It’s been 15 years since Jessica Simpson sat on her couch with a bowl of Chicken Of The Sea (canned seafood) and dared to …
Dahi Vada / Thayir Vada | Lentil Fritters in Yoghurt
Dahi Vada / Thayir Vada | Lentil Fritters in Yoghurt Dahi Vada / Thayir Vada is a very popular cold snack in India. It can be served as a side with the main meal or it can be served as a ‘chaat’ item. It may differ slightly from region to region, and again from home …
Keema Samosa | Mince Meat Sambousek
This a my absolute favorite Keema Samosa | Mince Meat Sambousek Recipe! Quite easy to make, just takes some time, peeling the samosa pastry and filling them. I like to toss the wok and get some ‘flaming’ action in there to get a deliciously smoky flavor! Trust me you will love these. I will post …
Chicken Haleem – Chicken stewed with Dals and Broken Wheat
Chicken Haleem – Chicken cooked with Dals and Broken Wheat Chicken Haleem is a delicious, wholesome and nutritious dish. This thickened stew is made of chicken that is cooked to shreds along with a broken wheat, a variety dals and/or barley. This is a traditional recipe that was given to me by my friend Balquis. …
Anna Pathiri |അണ പത്തൽ | Mutton Pidi – Coin shaped rice dumplings with Mutton Gravy
Anna Pathiri – Mutton Pidi – Coin shaped rice dumplings with Mutton Gravy Presumably, the word ‘ Anna’ / ‘അണ’ in Anna Pathiri, relates to its size which is the same as the old Indian ‘Anna’ Coin. These are usually made into small thick disks which are pressed with the thumb in the centre. The …
Simple Agar Agar Jelly – Vegan Jelly using Agar Agar Powder
Simple Agar Agar Jelly – Vegan Jelly using Agar Agar Powder Agar Agar or China Grass is a vegetarian substitute for gelatin. Here, I use agar agar powder to make these Simple Agar Agar Jelly Bites. You can also use the agar agar strips, but it takes soaking and longer time for the strips to dissolve …
Jeeraka Kanji – Simple Cumin Rice Porridge
Jeeraka Kanji – Simple Cumin Rice Porridge Jeeraka Kanji or Cumin Rice Porridge is a staple in many homes during the month of Ramadan. It goes down so easily. Soothing and filling at the same time. There is a more spiced version of this porridge made with chicken. This is served in Singapore and Malaysia …
Arabian Biryani – Pressure Cooker Chicken Biryani
Arabian Biryani – Pressure Cooker Chicken Biryani Ramadan 2015 is around the corner. I thought it’s time to post a quick Iftar dish that can be prepared easily. The first few days, can prove challenging, deciding what to make for Iftar. This Arabian Biryani is a Delicious ‘Quickie’ Chicken Biryani that is made in the …
AlBaik Style Broasted Chicken
AlBaik Style Broasted Chicken If you have ever visited Jeddah, KSA this will be familiar to you. AlBaik Chicken is a Fried Chicken outlet, unique to this region. The local KFC is no competition for this favorite mouth-watering fried chicken. It is beyond delicious and I am sure everyone wants to know the secret. I …
Prawns Biryani – Shrimp Biriyani
Prawns Biryani – Shrimp Biriyani What’s the only thing that is even better than homemade? *?*?*?*? GIVE UP? MOM MADE!:) Don’t you agree? Once you are married and living on your own, there’s nothing better than coming home to have some of your moms cooking. I’m just back from a holiday at home …
Seekh Kabab – Afghan Chicken Kebabs
Seekh Kabab – Afghan Chicken Kebabs These deliciously simple Seekh Kababs are perfect for dinner or tea parties. I like to pack them the next day for Kids Lunch Boxes as well. These Seekh Kababs contain no chili powder, pepper or coriander powder. Mildly spiced and very moist and flavorful! We love them! Seekh is …
Kadai Chicken or Chicken Karahi – Melts in your mouth!!! So Good!
Kadai Chicken Karahi or Kadai Chicken. This North Indian and Pakistani delicious dish is a staple at most restaurants that serves Indo Continental foods. Kadai Chicken comes in various styles, spicy with capsicum or light and creamy. My favorite is this DELICIOUS… Creamy Chicken Karahi, that uses yoghurt and cream There is no Chili powder …