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Tomato, Cucumber and Onion Salad (Kachumbar) + Asian Salads Cookbook Review

*Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links that earn me a small commission, at no additional cost to you. I only recommend products I personally use and love, or think my readers will find useful. Have you ever had kachumbar before? It’s a delicious salad from India, made with tomato, cucumber, and onion, that is especially […]

November and December are my two favorite months of the year. I love the holidays. I love the chance to refocus on what is most important in my life and to celebrate those things with others. I also love the colors, smells, flavors, sounds, and traditions that go with these months. I recently received a review […]

Cancun Chicken Curry, chicken cooked in a fragrant tomato based sauce filled with spices and a bit of heat, is an Indian dish inspired by a trip to Cancun, Mexico. Yeah, I know that sounds a bit funny, but stick with me and it should all make sense by the time you get to the […]

Although temperatures are still very warm here in Southern California, I seem to have autumn on my mind. I’ve been craving my favorite fall flavors and dishes. So when Jarlsberg contacted me asking if I’d be willing to dream up a dish that would be suitable for those crazy back-to-school nights where time is […]

At the beginning of this month I cooked a goat feast for my dad as a belated Father’s Day gift. I had been planning the 6 course meal for weeks, and was so excited when the day finally rolled around. It turned out to be an amazing meal. I took pictures, but you’ll have to […]

Saffron Rice with Raisins and Almonds Makes 8 servings 4 cups chicken broth 1 cup (8 ounces) butter 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1 teaspoon saffron threads 2 cups basmati rice 1/2 cup golden raisins 1/2 cup slivered almonds 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. 2. Bring the chicken broth to a boil over […]

Indian Savory Pancakes (Semolina and Yogurt Pancakes) Makes 12 pancakes Recipes Notes: Typical Indian savory pancakes are not fluffy like the usual pancakes. Instead, they are dense and have most flavors when enjoyed right out the griddle with some hot green chutney or a sweet tomato chutney. 1 ½ cups Semolina (Cream of Wheat) 1 […]

Apricot-Fig-Pistachio Bars Adapted from Perfect One-Dish Dinners, by Pam Anderson Makes 16 bars 1/2 cup bleached all-purpose flour 1/2 cup old-fashioned oatmeal 6 tablespoons packed light brown sugar 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut 1 cup shelled roasted and salted […]

Mugi-Chai Makes 8 – 10 servings 2 cups mugicha (brewed extra dark) 1 (1 1/2-inch) piece cinnamon stick 5 green cardamom pods, lightly smashed 6 whole cloves 1/2 star anise 3 quarter-sized coins fresh ginger 2 teaspoons honey, or more to taste whole milk, to taste 1. In a medium saucepan, mix together the mugicha, […]

Nirvana’s Carrot Halwa Makes 8 — 10 servings 2 pounds grated carrots 4 cups milk 2 cups granulated sugar 1 2/3 cup dry powdered milk 1 teaspoon cardamom seeds 3 tablespoons ghee Optional: Cashews or crushed pistachios for garnish. 1. Put the carrots and milk in a large pot and bring to a boil over […]

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Tomato, Cucumber and Onion Salad (Kachumbar) + Asian Salads Cookbook Review

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Cancun Chicken Curry

Curry Lamb Pot Pie

A Goaterie Feast

Saffron Rice with Raisins and Almonds

Indian Savory Pancakes (Semolina and Yogurt Pancakes) from Indian Simmer

Apricot-Fig-Pistachio Bars

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Nirvana’s Carrot Halwa

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