Easy Cornmeal Saffron Barfi – Sweet Cornmeal (Gluten Free Dessert)
Easiest cornmeal barfi that can be enjoyed without much guilt… All I can say is that I am still alive and kicking. Yesterday was the most scariest yet the most appreciated day in my life. I encountered death for a… »
Saffron Mushroom Risotto
Italian rice delicacy and it was Yum… Whenever I dine at Italian restaurants, I make sure not to miss risotto, it’s one of my favorites. I’ve had risotto at many restaurants, one of the flavors I love the most in… »
Saffron Rice Pudding – Gluten Free
Anything with a hint of saffron tastes heavenly… My weekend started off with a bang. Yesterday, London link magazine’s special 2nd anniversary issue was launched. I was extremely delighted to see my interview and my recipes, the beautifully written article… »
Tapioca Pearl Payasam or Sabudana Payasam (Gluten Free Dessert)
If you love tapioca pearls you are going to love this… What a fantastic day it was!!! This evening we attended a Mediterranean cooking class/contest at the best Mediterranean restaurant in my city: Aroma’s. Last year, I had once dined at Aroma’s;… »
Saffron Milk with Basil Seeds – Healthy Drink
A perfect rejuvenating drink with many health benefits… A pinch of saffron goes a long way. Saffron is derived from the stigma and styles of the Crocus flower and is the most expensive spice in the world. Gathering the… »
Plantain in Coconut Milk or Plantain Payasam
Richness of coconut milk and sweetness of ripe plantain= Yummy dessert I hail from the land of coconuts and plantains. This explains why I have so many recipes that call for plantain and coconut. They both make a remarkable combination… »
Biryani in a Hurry – Easy yet Tasty
Biryani has never failed to bring out the joy and festive mood in me… Are you overwhelmed by the long preparation time that most of the Biryani recipes call for? If so give this recipe a try. As the name… »
Vermicelli Truffles
An impromptu snack which turned out to be a splendid treat… My intention was to make vermicelli payasam, when I was half way through I took a new route and made truffles out of vermicelli. As I started munching the… »
Ghee Fried Rice Flakes Balls with Plantain and Dates
Perfect as evening snacks… Rice flakes or flattened rice (“Poha” in Hindi and “Aval” in Malayalam) are often used to make snacks, sometimes a quick meal can be whipped up on lazy days, they are also found in some rice… »
Sesame Scallops in Creamy Asparagus Saffron Sauce
When scallops got a restaurant style makeover… If I see scallops on the menu while dining in any restaurant, I would literally ignore all the other dishes. I love scallops and adore the tender and rich meat it has. I have had… »
