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You’ll probably laugh at me when I tell you about my very first paneer experience, but bear in mind this was about 20 odd years ago and I didn’t have a clue what paneer was, let alone how to cook it! I was making lasagne for dinner and asked my husband to buy some cheese […]
Those of you that follow me on Instagram will know lots of my recipes are born from my experiments in the kitchen. Call it madness or genius, some of my most loved recipes actually come from breaking the mould and trying out some unconventional cooking methods! Take for example my Sweet Ghee Niblets or my […]
I love the summer season because of the glorious abundance of homegrown vegetables and crop! One of my favourite things to eat are Pumpkin Flower Fritters, made from the blossoms of the pumpkin plant which we call Ful Biran in Bengali, this basically translates as ‘fried flower’ in English. A perfect Ful Biran (Pumpkin Flower […]
One of my favourite things to eat is Chilli Paneer! Paneer is an Indian cheese made from curdling milk, the solids are squeezed to remove all liquid and subsequently used in cooking. For many Indians who are strict vegetarians, paneer forms an essential part of their diet being a good source of protein. On its own […]
Afelia’s Lamb Kebabs are really simple to make, they don’t require a great deal of effort but taste brilliant! I always admired the way my mum used to make Lamb Kebabs using simple fresh ingredients, the results were lip-smackingly good. Shami kebabs were frequently present at our dining table growing up, my dad was a […]
A recipe that will keep your chicken breasts moist, tastes delicious served with salad as a starter or as a main meal. Tandoori chicken has to be without a doubt one of the most loved Indian dishes. It is popular in the Indian subcontinent and famous the world over. Every household has their own technique and […]
This is one of the most anticipated snacks on my dinner table during Ramadan, the Muslim’s holy month of fasting. It is a lengthy and laborious task, but the satisfaction you get from your family enjoying these homemade tasty delights is second to none! Samosas are one of the best snacks ever, they are so […]