Seekh kebab. Juicy, succulent chicken skewers with hints of warm, aromatic spices and beautiful herbs make for an excellent dinner that pairs perfectly with any side like naan, cucumber salad or even flavored rice. The kebabs are shaped on large oiled skewers and then transferred to pan or grill to cook perfectly. The incredible flavors added to minced chicken take these kebabs from delicious to heavenly. When it comes to food on skewers, kebabs are one of my favorites....

Spring Dosa - If you are a big fan of Indo-Chinese cuisine and traditional South Indian dosa, this recipe is a must try. Enjoy this for breakfast or as a snack with sambar and coconut chutney. A few weeks ago, one of my friends requested for a dosa recipe that’s quite different from the regular dosa. She was looking for an old favorite that she loved to eat during her college days....

How about a healthy twist to our good, old biryani? Sounds good, right? This chicken veggie rice is an easy, fuss-free, one pot meal perfect for any day of the week. While the spices add up to the flavor, the veggies make it super healthy. In short, simple ingredients turned into a stunner meal. Ingredients ▢ 2 cups basmati rice ▢ 300 g chicken breast fillet cut into small cubes ▢ 1 medium onion finely chopped ▢ 1 cm ginger finely chopped ▢ 3 large garlic cloves finely chopped ▢ 2 medium tomatoes chopped ▢ 2 large potatoes cut into cubes ▢ 2 mushrooms sliced ▢ 7 broccoli florets ▢ 10 cauliflower florets ▢ 10 beans roughly chopped ▢ 1 small carrot cut into cubes ▢ 1 large onion sliced ▢ 2 cardamom pods ▢ 1 small cinnamon stick ▢ 4 cloves ▢ 2 small bay leaves ▢ 1 teaspoon cumin seeds ▢ ½ teaspoon ground turmeric ▢ 2 and ½ teaspoon ground coriander ▢ 2 teaspoon garam masala ▢ 2 teaspoon chilly powder ▢ Water ▢ Oil ▢ Salt to taste Instructions Soak rice in 4 cups water....

Tandoori roast chicken - Whole chicken marinated with homemade tandoori paste and then baked to perfection! A classic yet surprisingly easy to make at home. When I talk about Indian food, tandoori chicken is the first dish that comes to my mind. Ok, maybe the second, right after butter chicken . Anyway, these classic recipes hold a special place in my heart. This is the one dish that has conquered the entire world....

Upside down apple cake. Caramelized apples, a touch of cinnamon and apple loaded cake batter make this the perfect fall dessert. End your meal with a warm slice of apple cake topped with ice cream or simply serve it with your afternoon tea. Without a doubt, this cake is apple lovers’ dream! Bringing in autumn (fall) vibes with a beautiful cake loaded with sweet apples. Every bite of this classic treats your taste buds with nostalgic flavors....

More Kerala Snacks Recipes Banana Fritters or Pazham Pori Parippu Vada (Masala Vada) Uzhunnu Vada Unniyappam Sukhiyan Banana Puffs Kozhukkatta Ingredients ▢ 1 cup rice soaked for 6-7 hours ▢ ¾ cup desiccated coconut ▢ ¼ cup cooked rice ▢ ¼ teaspoon cumin seeds roasted & ground ▢ ¼ teaspoon cardamom seeds roasted & ground ▢ 2 cups water + 1 tablespoon water ▢ ½ teaspoon yeast ▢ ½ cup sugar + ¼ teaspoon sugar ▢ ¼ cup raisins/ sultanas & cashew nuts to decorate Instructions Combine yeast, ¼ teaspoon sugar, and 1 tablespoon water, and leave it to ferment for about 10- 15 minutes....

Baked bbq chicken. Sweet, sticky, succulent and delicious, this baked version of bbq chicken is slathered with lip-smacking barbecue sauce. An incredibly delicious way to make bbq chicken all year round! The beautiful sunny summer is synonymous with barbecues and outdoor gatherings. And one of my favorite ways to add more flavor to deliciously grilled meal is with a little help from homemade barbecue sauce. Furthermore, I’m going to bake with barbecue sauce so you can enjoy baked bbq chicken all year round....

Chicken kabsa - Turn your next dinner into a feast with this Arabian style chicken and rice. Spiced grilled chicken and flavorful rice makes this the ultimate choice for any special occasion. Channel your inner chef, and cook up a storm for friends and family. My inspiration for this recipe comes from one of our trips to Dubai a few years ago. A magnificent modern city that’ll mesmerize you with its ultra modern architecture....

Cuban black beans and rice. How comforting is a bowl of steamed rice and black beans? With an extra dose of deliciousness from the classic Cuban sofrito, this rice dish is essentially everything you love about a simple weeknight meal. It’s delightfully easy to make and tastes incredible! Why settle for a simple rice recipe when you can upgrade its nutritional value with a humble pantry staple - canned beans? And in this case, black beans....

Forminhas (Indian canapes). Nothing beats flavorful canapes to add an extra delicious touch to your gatherings. Tossed with creamy mayo, this veg wonder looks fancy in tartlet shells or wonton cups. Top with smoked salmon or crispy bacon to take it to the next level. Is there a better way to kick off a lip-smacking feast? With get-togethers and gatherings in full swing, you may require a few easy recipes that are big on flavor....

Green chutney sandwich - Team humble bread with herbs and aromatic spices to create this fresh, vibrant and flavor-packed classic sandwich. Perfect for a quick snack or add to your lunchbox recipe collection. Sandwiches always hide delicious surprises inside them. And I’m a huge fan just for that one reason. Be it lunch, dinner, or even brekkie, I could eat sandwiches all day long. After all, spring and summer are made for enjoying herbs and veggies at their finest....

Indian pork curry. This lip-smacking curry is made with pork cooked in aromatic spices. It’s healthy, easy to make, and loaded with classic flavors. Perfect side dish for a comforting dinner! You might have the best recipe for the perfect curry: a lip-smacking combo of your favorite protein, spices and herbs to transform your dinner into something magically delicious. But, believe me, you could make it even better with this fool-proof Indian pork curry recipe....

This week I got the opportunity to write for one of my blogger friends, Hetal of Pretty Polymath . I’m pretty excited for two good reasons. First, this is my very first guest blog post ever. Second, Hetal came up with a brilliant topic – favorite childhood food. Needless to say, these rice dumplings or kozhukkattas were one of my favorite foods during my childhood. Dumplings filled with coconut and jaggery – they’re the perfect afternoon snack....

Malai paneer tikka. Mildly flavored grilled paneer featuring creamy yogurt, fresh cream and spiced with garam masala. It grills to delicious perfection to enjoy as an appetizer for your next gathering. Is there anything better than grilled skewers to welcome your guests the most delicious way? Without a doubt, grilled paneer or Indian style cottage cheese is a favorite and is the best option when you’re entertaining your vegetarian friends....

Call it Singaporean, Malaysian, or Middle Eastern, Murtabak has become an absolute favorite in my home. It is basically paper thin flat bread or roti with meat or vegetarian filling. There are tons of variations for this recipe - adding more veggies into the filling like carrot or green peas, using a veggie mixture instead of meat etc. In fact, this dish just makes our humble flat bread a bit more appealing....

I love humble traditional food. Most of them are packed with healthy ingredients that are nutritious from all angles. I found myself craving for healthy meal the other day, and this pumpkin erissery happened. It’s full of goodness from pumpkin and green gram. The balance between pumpkin, green gram and coconut is pure perfection! In its very basic form, Erissery, the traditional dish from Kerala ( South India), is made using a combination of vegetables and coconut....

Ginger capsicum fried rice - This fried rice infused with a hint of ginger is a must try for all Indo-Chinese food lovers. Super easy and quick to make, ready in just 20 minutes! Minimal ingredients, maximum flavor! I know most of you spend quite a lot of time in your kitchen prepping meals for your family. But sometimes, all you want might be a quick and easy meal idea that’s guaranteed to impress your loved ones....

Shawarma spice mix. This classic blend features a unique combination of aromatic spices that are quintessential to make the ultimate shawarma. Make a big batch, and use it to flavor shawarma, grilled meat, vegetables, soups and stews. To boost the heat level, add more cayenne pepper. For decades, shawarma has been hailed as one of the most popular street foods in the world. While the undeniable taste of this much loved dish comes from the traditional cooking technique, the simple spice mix also plays a crucial role in creating the best spiced tender meat....

Spicy chicken wings. Bring more variety to your table with this spicy version of your favorite chicken wings. Simply marinate wings in a delicious spice mixture and bake to perfection. With a side of pickled red cabbage and mustard-mayo dip, it’s guaranteed to make entertaining a breeze. With a top-notch position on the menu of fast food chains and pop up restaurants, the enduring popularity of chicken wings can’t be denied....

Spicy croutons. Forget the classic version of homemade croutons. In this recipe, croutons are spiced and loaded with amazing flavors from unique spices and tempering. Start with basic crispy croutons, and season with tempered spices for ultimate flavor boost. Plus, these crispy goodies just take 15 minutes to prepare. Spicy Croutons This classic version of homemade croutons inspired by the Indian pavacha sheera comes together in a snap. All you need to do is simply season bread cubes with cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt and pepper....