When I started this blog I knew that I would have to divulge the secrets of my two favorite recipes. I haven’t been doing this a year and already I’m giving up one of my amazing dishes. I even thought of ways to write this leaving a couple ingredients out so that no one could make it taste like mine. (Evil, I know!) To uphold the integrity of this blog I decided against it and hope I still get complimented on my eggplant even though it’s out there now for anyone to make . . . if they were so inclined. Read the rest of this entry
Category Archives: Pakistani
Nargisi Kofta
Welcome to the Polar Vortex – Part Deux!
Umm… To Mother Nature, if you’re reading this: We understand you needed to do your thing a few weeks ago. We weren’t happy, but we bundled up and braved the ice and wind. But now you’re just being greedy. Please stop ASAP. Regards, North America.
While watching television shows set in warm summery places, I turned to my mother and asked her what I should blog about next. She threw down the gauntlet and suggested Nargisi Kofta. A curry with hard-boiled eggs wrapped in meatballs. A real challenge, for sure. Read the rest of this entry
Bhindi Masala (Okra Curry)
I make a good Bhindi – only to be rivaled by my mean Baingan (coming soon!). I don’t really have any strong feelings towards okra, but there is a fervent vocal minority in my family that absolutely loves this vegetable. So I make it for them when they ask politely.
I think this would be great if made in a karahi/wok because it cooks quickly. The majority of your time will be spent cutting up the okra. If you have the chance try it and let me know how it turns out in the comments. Read the rest of this entry


