As I am continuing to document recipes from a Goan cuisine, sharing an another vegan friendly side dish here – Stir Fried Raw Banana. Due to climatic conditions traditionally raw salads are not much eaten in India. In Goa and other coastal states; stir fried vegetable is a part of regular meal. In a balanced…
Category: Sides
Nirphanasachi fodi | Fried breadfruit – a Goan seasonal delicacy
Nirphanas is a seasonal fruit available during summer in Konkan and Goa. Breadfruit is its english name and though a fruit it is used as a vegetable in cooking. You can stir fry it to make a side dish or make a fried Nirphanas with spices and semolina coating. The later one – Fried Nirphanas…
Ghotache Sasav | Goan Mango Curry
Hello everyone! In this blog post I am sharing one of my favourite recipe – Ghotache Sasav. This dish is special to me in many ways as there are many childhood memories associated with it. I wanted to post this recipe on my blog for a long while but had to wait until mango season….
Sakharbhaat Recipe | Goan Sweet Rice
It’s been nearly five months, since we moved back to India. And all this while we are living in Goa with our family. For me this is the longest time I’ve ever spent in Goa though it’s my native place. I was born and grew up in Mumbai but I have most of my relatives…
Sungatache Dangar | Goan Prawns Cutlet Recipe
Hey there, today’s blog post is a delicious recipe of Goan prawns cutlets or patties. They are known as ‘Sungatache Dangar’ in a local language. You may find them as a special menu in a Goan households whenever ample amount of fresh catch is available. Unlike any other patties; we are not going to use…
Moogache Kann | A Goan sweet dish with Moong Dal
Hey there!! I am back with another Goan recipe – ‘Moogache Kann’. It is a sweet dish or ‘Godshe’ as known in a local language; prepared for a special or an auspicious occasion in Goan households. Also a vegan friendly recipe that doesn’t need much efforts and can be enjoyed by everyone. Beauty of Goan…
Tomato Chutney | Tomato-Onion Bhaaji (Sabji)
This bright Tomato Chutney is an excellent side dish using finely diced tomatoes and onions. Actually; it is a kind of stir fried sabji but commonly known as chutney in Maharashtra, India. Tangy, sweet and mildly spicy sides that goes really well with plain paratha. It is one of the basic and beginner friendly recipe;…
Jeera Rice | Cumin Rice Recipe
Jeera Rice is a delightful rice dish that can be paired with your favourite dal or any gravy. It is a basic rice preparation using tempering of cumin seeds along with few other whole spices like bay leaves, cardamom and cloves. I always use basmati rice for this recipe; as use of whole spices adds…
Kakadi Koshimbir | Indian Cucumber Salad
This Cucumber Salad is a light and refreshing recipe that is typically served as a sides. Simple handful ingredients like yogurt, peanuts (my favourite) along with cucumber, salt-sugar goes into this salad. You may find versions of Indian cucumber salad with few changes here and there. In this post I am sharing my recipe which…
Mirchi Bhajji | Indian Style Chilli Fritters
This tasty Mirchi Bhajji is a popular Indian street food and perfect for monsoon or winter seasons (although one can enjoy it anytime). Mirchi bhajji’s are prepared using non-spicy variety of chillies; that are smothered in thick batter and fried to crispy perfection. They are super tasty with crispy coating while soft inside. Pair it…