Welcome to My Kitchen

I started cooking 20 years ago, and every day has been a new experience. You might not believe it but i was a person who could not fry an egg...but 20 years on..i feel i can take on any challenge.

I'm constantly trying out new recipes and looking for innovative ways to improvise my dishes and make it more easier. The easier the cooking gets and the less time it takes the more time for me to relax with my loved one.
But easy and quick does not mean compromise on taste or the way a dish is presented. I take great pride in decorating my dishes as i am a firm believer of ' The first impression counts'.

I decided to start this blog to help others like me discover that cooking a feast does not require slogging for hours in the kitchen all it requires is the right ingredients, tools and a creative mind and voila! you will have your family and guests begging for second helpings....

My inspiration for cooking has always been my husband...he loves his food..and like the saying goes 'A way to a man's heart is through his stomach'..i can confidently say it's true and it works wonders for a happy relationship...but he is also my best critic and competition.

I've got two little girls both who love to eat, and my eldest always enjoys helping me in the kitchen. I will try to post more kid friendly recipes that can be fun to eat and make together.

Hope you enjoy this blog and find it useful...please do feel free to leave any feedback or comments...remember there's always room for improvement!!!

Thursday 5 July 2012

Black Eyed Beans Curry (Xacuti Style)

This recipe uses the famous Goan xacuti masala to give it a taste of Goa!!






Ingredients:


1 can (425g) Black eyed beans, drained
1 large onion, chopped finely
1 tomato chopped
1/4 inch ginger, finely chopped
2-3 cloves of garlic, chopped
1 bay leaf
1-2 green chillies, slit
1-2 potatoes , cubed
2 tbsp dessicated coconut
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp coriander powder
1/2 tsp whole cumin
1-2 tsp xacuti powder 
pea sized tamarind, soaked in water.
2-3 tbsp freshly chopped coriander
Salt & Pepper for seasoning


Method:


1. In a saucepan, heat oil. Add bay leaf and whole cumin. Once it starts to splutter, add the chopped ginger/garlic and chillies.


2. After few seconds add the chopped onions and saute until lightly translucent.


3. Add chopped tomatoes, and cook until oil separates and the tomatoes are soft.


4. Mix in the turmeric and coriander powder. Add the potatoes and stir so it is coated with the masala.


5. Add the coconut and xacuti masala. Stir, add 1/4-12 cup water and let it simmer.


6. After 5 minutes add the black eyed beans and tamarind water. Stir well, check for seasoning.


7. Once the potatoes have been cooked and the gravy is thickened take off the heat. Sprinkle chopped coriander. Serve with chapattis.



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