Shubhaarambh literally means a good start or new beginning and to me it's synonymous with Mishti Doi. This may sound weird to some but in my family there's a ritual which is followed by generations. Whenever there's something important for any of the family members extra Mishti Doi was made in a 'bhanr'/kulhad (single serving earthen pot) specifically for that person and a tilak was made on that person's forehead followed by a spoonful of Mishti doi before stepping out. It was said if ... continue reading...
Shahi Chicken Korma | North Indian Dawat-style Deghi Chicken Korma
Shahi Chicken Korma aka North India's Dawat style Deghi Chicken Korma for Sunday feast. Shahi Korma is typically prepared in North Indian weddings or Dawat which is more popular as Degi Chicken in Delhi & UP region. This traditional Mughlai Chicken preperation is known for its succulent chicken braised in rich flavourful onion based gravy. The spices and flavours are well balanced with tartness from yogurt and subtle sweetness from crispy caramelized onion or Birisa. What would ... continue reading...
Aam Doi Chire and Load-Shedding with Taal Patar Hath-Paakha
Aam Doi Chire and Load-Shedding with Taal Patar Hath-Paakha, A Nostalgic rant from Summer of 90's. I hate this month of May, I've always been keen to bid adieu to this particular month since childhood. Our summer vacation used to begin in 1st week of May meaning 3-4 weeks of confinement which was no fun back in 90's. The scorching sun made sure to ruin our outdoor activities and mammoth sized home tasks were back at home waiting for us. Bonus my school used to arrange surprise tests after ... continue reading...
Mishti Doi Recipe 2 Ways | Bengali Mishti Doi | Meetha Dahi
You call it Mishti Doi, I call it sheer happiness, a therapy for a distressed soul. Remember Shakespeare said ”What's in a name?” A bowl (it's better be handi) of Mishti Doi will always give you ultimate pleasure. Guaranteed. Weekends are meant for indulgence, alas that's history already. We can't go out on weekends during lockdown but we can always make quick easy sweets at home to treat ourselves. Of course it has to be with minimal items as our pantry is rationed ... continue reading...
Adrak wali Chai Recipe | Ginger Tea | अदरक की चाय | Indian Milk Tea
My love for Chai is enormous and beyond mortal world. On my leisure days I often make a large teapot full of Adrak wali Chai and keep it on my study table with a jar of assorted cookies or biscuits. So I made the tea and I can vouch for my tea recipe ? You may find my videos of Adrak wali Chai, Masala Chai, Doodh Cha, Irani Chai floating all over YouTube if you are interested in making them at home. Today is my lucky leisure day after weeks, meaning it's a date with my books. Yes, of ... continue reading...
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