There is a funny story behind this.Growing up I always used to compete with my brother and always speak opposite of what he says.If he wants egg yolk,I will ask for egg white,likewise he said his favorite curry was Bendakaya(Okra) and then I say mine is Dondakaya(Ivy gourd), Thus my favorite curry all through my... Continue Reading →

A simple stir fried beetroot tempered with Indian spices.Preparation time: 20  minutesServing: 6Growing up I never knew there was a vegetable called beetroot.When I went to a friends place for lunch they served this,but I did not like the taste because it was on the sweeter side.My Aunt in New Jersey puts it through a... Continue Reading →

This is my moms recipe for cilantro dal.The freshness of the cilantro is so vibrant in this dish,you will want to have more!Preparation time: 25 minutesServing: 6Ingredients:Cilantro-2 bunches(separate leaves and chop)Tomatoes-2 medium choppedOnions -1/2 medium choppedToor dal(kandi pappu)-3/4 cupOil-2 teaspoonGreen chilies 6-8 sliced in halfMustard seeds-1/2 teaspoonCumin seeds-1/2 teaspoonGarlic-3 cloves finely choppedCurry leaves-1 stemAsafoetida-pinchTurmeric-pinchTamarind paste-1/2... Continue Reading →