Yummy Chicken

This is an ultimate chicken dish  and whether you make it for a party or picnics or get together’s, people will  definitely ask for the recipe. There are many ingredients and the recipe involves many steps  but, the end result is mind blowing. One thing to remember is that these types  of  recipes  are not cooked everyday and its a pain worth taken , once in a while. I make all the pastes and store it in the freezer. On the day I want to cook it I can make it without any hassle. 

Carrot and Cashew Pulao

This recipe is very easy  and goes really well with all types of Indian spicy to very spicy curries because of its subtle yet sweet after taste. At times, I use pistachios instead of cashews and there is not too much change of taste but, the green of pistachios makes the dish look prettier. The balance  of sweet from onions, carrots and sugar, sour from lemon juice and mild heat from black  pepper is what I like the most. 

Shukto (Veggies cooked with Bengali Five Spice Mix)

Shukto is a Bengali delicacy served with rice and fish curry and  I believe, its actually is a palate cleanser. Bengalis are known for their sweets but what people do not know is, a bitter tasting dish is a part of a their everyday afternoon meal. There has been quite a debate about the origin of Shukto because some say it is Portuguese in origin. They had a similar dish which they cooked with Bitter-gourd or Karela but, when Bengalis cook Shukto, they incorporate lot of  summer veggies with karela and bori(dal kisses) . A sweet touch  by adding milk and sugar transforms this dish to a different level altogether. 

Mung Daaler Peethey(Mung dal croquettes with sweet coconut stuffing)

This dessert is very unique and very tasty but, there are few important tips to be followed to get desired results.