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!!!

Monday 24 June 2013

Pork Ribs Curry

Tender ribs in a spicy tangy sauce, will leave you smacking your lips and wanting more.


Ingredients:

1-2 tbsp oil
1/2 kg pork ribs
2 cloves garlic,
1 cinnamon stick
2 green chillies, slit
2 onions, chopped finely
2 tomatoes, chopped finely
1 bay leaf
1 tbsp red wine vinegar (optional)
Salt & Pepper for seasoning

For the marinade:

2 kashmiri chilli
1/4 tsp coriander seeds
1/4 tsp cumin seeds
1-2 cloves
1/4 inch cinnamon stick
2-4 peppercorns
1/4 tsp mustard seeds
1/4 tsp turmeric powder

Method:

1. In a deep saucepan, roast the kashmiri chillies, add all the marinade ingredients (except the turmeric). roast for few minutes and then grind into a powder. Add the turmeric, mix well. Add 1-2 tbsp of this masala to the pork and marinate for atleast an hour. If there is any powder leftover, keep in an air tight container.

2. In a saucepan, heat oil. Add bay leaf , green chillies and garlic, fry for few seconds and then add the chopped onions. Cook until translucent and lightly golden.

3. Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until oil separates. Add cinnamon stick and pork ribs. Stir in the vinegar, mix well. Season accordingly. If you require more gravy add little water. Cook until pork ribs are tender and sauce has thickened. Serve hot.