12 years ago I embarked on a journey that changed my life forever! I posted my first recipe (Methi paratha) on 4th August 2006 here on My foodcourt. I started My Foodcourt as an online journal to document the recipes that I have learnt along with my experiments in the kitchen.I am surprised and amazed…
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Matar Karanji (Maharashtrain deep fried snack made with fresh green peas)
Did you see the swanky new look for the blog….Again! Yes! Here’s the story….. When I moved back from Cucumbertown to WP, I had no idea of the brewing troubles. First the struggle with migration, but the good folk from CT helped me with it. Then choosing a ‘good’ blog Theme. I never thought choosing…
Green peas & Feta open Toast Sandwich
Winters in India are synonymous with a delightful bounty of fresh vegetables. This is the season when the markets are brimming with fresh Green peas (matar) amongst other gorgeous produce. Shelling the peas to make your favourite dishes or for preserving them, can be a family bonding activity. If you are done making the Matar parathas ,…
Mushrooms stuffed with carrots and Del Monte Mint Mayo
Mushrooms stuffed with carrots and Del Monte Mint Mayo is a quick, bite sized snack. Mushroom caps are stuffed with a mixture of carrots and Del Monte Mint mayo to make this crowd pleasing appetizer. The delightful Del Monte mint mayo bursting with flavor adds zing to the filling and is sure to please those who are not very fond of Mushrooms. The crushed groundnuts add crunch as well as improve the health quotient. This Mint mayo also goes well with crispy tikkas and vegetable sandwiches. Use it as a dip for all grilled & fried snacks like tikkas, kebabs,…
We Knead To Bake #44 : Surti Butter
Surti Butter or Batasa or Jeera butter biscuit are a popular tea time snack sold in most bakeries or Irani tea houses in India. These are small, crisp,dried bread buns (or savoury cookies) with a light texture. The rich cookies are a great accompaniment to Indian masala Chai or go well with soups.