A homestyle Chicken Curry to me is one of those no-fail comfort foods that never cease to please. They can be made in a million ways, each tasting dramatically different from the other, yet instil that familiar warmth and coziness that only comes with eating food that's been cooked with love. A few weekends ago,...
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Kids Lunch Idea: Indian-style Spaghetti
I recently served this Indian-style Spaghetti at a recent casual dinner I hosted. It went superbly well alongside a large mixed salad, some crusty cheesy garlic bread and a whole lot of wine. A few days ago, I logged into my emails and was met by this request from a long time reader: Hi Meena,...
Thai Basil Chicken
This recipe for Thai Basil Chicken is a perfect candidate for a quick weeknight meal served with some plain steamed rice and sliced fresh cucumbers on the side. The flavour comes from the fresh Thai basil, so if you’re using Italian or any other kind of basil keep in mind that it will change the...
Tofu Garlic Noodles
Today I have for you my very own recipe of Tofu Garlic Noodles - what I like to call one of my 'no-recipe recipes'. These are a class of recipes that I often come up with at the spur of the moment - they have no reason, no inspiration. Just a bunch of ingredients thrown...
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Let me tell you all a little story. Once upon a time, there was a pretty little girl who absolutely loved peas - Peas Pulao being one of her favourites. She loved them so much that she would even unquestioningly eat steamed broccoli if it was served with a side of peas. Okay, that might...
Ginger Shrimp Stir Fry
Super fast and simple, this Ginger Shrimp Stir Fry recipe is perfect for a quick lunch or busy weeknight dinner. I love it best served over steamed rice. When it comes to cooking, I hardly ever follow a recipe - like this Ginger Shrimp Stir Fry. I often give it a quick read, making a...
