Category Archives: Indian

Christmas Weekend

It was an unusual Christmas for us this year.  We were loaded up and ready to head east to spend time with family when illness hit.  Since this is a food blog, I’ll spare all the details.  So we returned … Continue reading

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A Food Dilemma

A couple at church had their fifth (!) baby this past week.  I volunteered to take a meal to them.  I was told they were vegetarian.  No problem, I have some vegetarian meals under my belt.  Then I found out … Continue reading

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Indian Cooking Class – Part 2

Here are the remainder of the recipes we prepared last weekend for our Indian cooking class. The dahl and chicken vindaloo would freeze well for another meal. Spinach Dahl Recipe Courtesy of Maya Kaimal 2 cups red split peas 5 … Continue reading

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Indian Cooking Class – Part I

Two gals from church have been wanting me to teach them how to prepare an Indian meal. They were relentless in their persistence and yesterday we finally held our class.:) Between the three of us, it took four and half … Continue reading

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Tandoori Chicken

If you go to any Indian restaurant, you will most likely find this item on the menu. The chicken is cooked in a tandoor oven which is designed to cook meats and Indian flatbreads at a very high temperature. I … Continue reading

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Food Memories

There is something very comforting about having a meal from your childhood. My mother would fix chicken curry at least once a week when we were growing up. I never understood how labor-intensive it was to fix this dish, especially … Continue reading

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Fish Cutlets

These are reminiscent of a crab cake but with an Indian twist. Fish Cutlets Recipe Courtesy of Rekha Mathai 3 cans tuna or canned salmon 2 large potatoes, boiled and mashed 1 1/2 diced medium onions 1 large bunch cilantro, … Continue reading

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Chicken Tikka

This recipe is great for anyone interested in a easy introduction to Indian cooking at home. The flavors are not too over powering and the dish can be easily prepared on an outdoor grill. The chicken can be served as … Continue reading

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Meatless Monday

Dhal is to Indian cooking what Chicken Noodle Soup is to American cooking. It is very comforting and satisfying! We had it with sauteed zucchini and brown rice to complete our vegetarian meal. Delicious! Spicy Dhal with Tomatoes Recipe Courtesy … Continue reading

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