Mutta Pathiri ( Malabar Traditional Earthenware Pancakes )
Mutta Pathiri is a traditional pancake from the Malabar region of Kerala. It is very popular in Muslim families, as a breakfast item, although it may be served at any time of the day.
Veg Biryani – Simple and Tasty Vegetable Biryani
Veg Biryani – Vegetable Biryani, is one of the most overlooked recipes. So many recipes out there produce bland and tasteless rice dishes. So many incorporate unnecessary steps, because after all it is a Biryani and needs to be labour intensive! Veg Biryani is an extremely useful recipe to have. …
Shawarma Bowls – Appetizer
Shawarma Bowls – Appetizer is a great party sized finger-food version of this delicious Middle Eastern Wrap. I do love good shawarma any day! It is hands down one of my favorite foods. And I have many versions of making it. For a party, however, rolling up many shawarmas and …
Watermelon Punch | Summer Drinks
Watermelon Punch | Summer Drinks even when it’s not summer! Yes, it’s already getting warmer, and it’s just March! Singapore has been relatively cooler in the past six months. The past few days, however, have been a little warmer. I know as soon as I wake up if it’s going …
How to make Mayonnaise ( Egg Mayo ) – 3 Methods
Ever wondered How to make Mayonnaise? It is so unbelievably easy to make the perfect Mayonnaise at home. You don’t have to buy it ever! Homemade Mayonnaise is so much fresher and creamier and yes tastier than your favourite brand (For me, that would be Hellman’s). Here we take a look …
Buko Salad – Filipino Fruit Salad – Yummilicious Instant Dessert
Buko Salad – Filipino Fruit Salad – An absolutely delicious dessert from the Philipines. Now we all get that undeniable sweet dessert craving every now and then don’t we? A couple of years ago, my friend Macy, told me about this delicious fruit salad popular in the Philipines and brought …
Quick Tomato Garlic Rice
Quick Tomato Garlic Rice is great when you want to make flavoured rice and simple side. It is super easy to make with very few ingredients. Nice with both Vegetarian and Non-VEG side dishes and a quick Raita. Check out my Creamy Carrot Raita recipe. My sister made this for …
Half Boiled Eggs – Favorite Singapore Breakfast
Half Boiled Eggs – Breakfast Loved by an entire Nation! A typical Singapore-style breakfast at a KOPITIAM (coffee shop) often consists of soft-boiled eggs, along with kaya toast and a cup of kopi (coffee) or teh(tea).
Potato and Egg Bajji (Pakoras) with a Super Quick homemade Chilli sauce
Potato and Egg Bajji – A very quick and easy snack. I love to make Bajji’s ( Pakora’s) when everyone is around at tea time. If you have some potato, egg and chickpea flour (besan) at home, you can make these in 20 minutes. I also came up with this …
Malappuram Mandhi
Malappuram Mandhi – a simple version of Arabian Chicken Rice, popular in the Malabar region. This is an easy to make, Arabian inspired rice dish that is made popular, in Malappuram a district in the Southern Malabar region. Bounded by the Nilgiris hills on the East and the Arabian Sea …
Semiya Payasam | Vermicelli Kheer
Semiya Payasam | Vermicelli Kheer is a sweet Indian dessert, consisting of milk and cooked vermicelli (Semiya).
Thenga Kothu Beef Fry
‘ Thenga Kothu Beef Fry ‘ or Malabar Beef Fry ( with coconut bits ) is a specialty in Kerala roadside eateries. Just the thought of it brings back nostalgic drool to anyone who knows Kerala Food. Here, I am sharing an extremely simple Malabar version, using two special ingredients, …
Egg Roll Recipe with Chicken and Vegetables
Egg Roll Recipe with Chicken and Vegetables – My mom’s yummy Spring Rolls! These Egg rolls contain chicken and mixed vegetables. The wrappers are homemade as well; so simple to make and create a crisp outside and softer inside. Very delicious. This is a great snack recipe and everyone loves the homemade …
Egg Roast in Coconut Milk Gravy
Egg Roast in Coconut Milk Gravy Egg Roast in Coconut Milk, is a creamy preparation of caramelized onions in coconut cream,with boiled eggs. Here we add thick coconut cream and different spices, to make a thicker gravy, perfect for mopping up with roti prata or rice roties!!
Classic Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
There’s something so elegant about the Classic Red Velvet Cake. Be it the name, the bold red color or the delicate crumb with light chocolate flavor and just a little bit of tanginess. Here’s the classic recipe, complete with that ‘ Southern Charm’.
Homemade Meat Masala Powder
Homemade Meat Masala Powder, adds delicious flavor and aroma to your chicken, egg and meat dishes. I use this ‘ secret ingredient ‘ in many of my recipes. I was tweaking it for the past few months, to perfect it. Now I am sharing it with all my RAS friends. …
Kerala Style Rasam
Kerala Style Rasam Recipe from Jayamma Chechi Rasam is a spicy tamarind-based soup, that is often served as a drink – along with rice. It may be poured over the rice as well. It’s great if you have a cold. There are so many varieties of Rasam, using different souring …
Tasty Kerala Sambar with Homemade Sambar Masala
My favourite Kerala Sambar with My Sambar Masala Recipe. Sambar is a popular South Indian pottage of sorts. It consists of a spicy and sour dal stew with a medley of vegetables. Many homes in South India make Sambar every day for breakfast. Pigeon peas (Tur Dhal), Raw asafoetida, Tamarind pulp …
Peechinga Mutta Thoran | Ridge Gourd, Stir fried with Egg and Coconut
Peechinga Mutta Thoran – Variety in every meal. Every meal needs a vegetable side dish. Making veggie stir-fries / sabji every day can be a daunting task because you need variety. Try this very simple stir-fry from Kerala, made with diced Luffa (Ridge gourd), scrambled egg and coconut. Quick, Simple …
Monte Cristo Sandwich (Batter Fried Ham and Cheese Sandwich)
A Monte Cristo Sandwich is a fried ham and cheese sandwich. It is a derived version of the French Croque Monsieur. As far back as the 1930s, this sandwich had been made in the US, being called Toasted Ham Sandwich, French Sandwich and French Cheese Sandwich. Although it can be …