This aloo – phulkobi masor jool l Assamese potato and cauliflower fish curry is a very popular fish curry in Assam ( a state in North East India). Cauliflower florets and potato pieces are lovingly cooked in spices. Liquid is added to make a light soupy curry (jool). […]

This baked sea bream recipe is very quick and easy to assemble and tastes great too. It is lightly spiced and cooks in 12-14 minutes. Just the kind of recipe one needs; healthy with minimal effort. Add some baked vegetables / salad on the side, and you are […]

This kesar badam murgh l saffron and almond chicken curry is beautifully indulgent without leaving you feeling heavy; perfect to share with friends and family. Food influences When you are familiar with a style of cooking, it gives you the confidence to try out various combinations. Being brought […]

This chicken and vegetable spaghetti soup is just what you need on a cold, grey day! It’s warmth and colour is perfect to lift one’s spirits.  It seemed only a short while ago that the trees in our backyard were once again renewed with life after the bare […]

Unlike some curies that require more simmering time, this uncomplicated aloo bilahi masor jool / Assamese style fish curry with potato and tomato makes for a fast and hearty meal any day of the week. It is light with a slight hint of spices and comforting as most […]

This chicken pulao is something that I save for special occasions. It is dressed up with an assortment of spices which turn this dish into an indulgent and delightful one pot meal. There are probably a zillion methods of preparing a pot of chicken pulao; and yes, this […]

This baked mint and coriander chicken is one of our family favourites. I have made it innumerable times, for family and friends at home and taken it as a contribution to joint parties. It is very succulent, full of fresh flavours and easy to make too! I hadn’t […]

Momos take me back to my college days. There used to be a sweet little restaurant that excelled in momos and me and my buddies would frequent it very often. They were easy on the pocket too, which is always a bonus for cash starved students! Sharing my […]

I made these baked leek and sage chicken patties a while back to make burgers with these whole wheat chilli, garlic and herb rolls. The patties are full of flavours and can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Delicious! All four of us literally went gaga over […]

The Assamese are great fish lovers. With the mighty river Brahmaputra flowing by, there is an abundant supply of a variety of riverine fish, both large and small. Therefore, they all have a prominent place in Assamese cuisine. Fish is cooked in a variety of ways; in simple […]