Posts

Creamy Prawns Coconut Curry

Image
  Creamy Prawns Coconut Curry A rich, fragrant seafood curry made with coconut milk If you’re craving a comforting seafood dish that’s creamy, mildly spiced, and bursting with flavor, this Prawns Coconut Curry is the perfect recipe. Made with juicy prawns simmered in a coconut-based gravy, this curry is light yet indulgent and comes together in under 30 minutes. This dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice, appam, neer dosa, or chapati and is perfect for both weekday meals and special occasions.   Ingredients For the Prawns 500 g prawns / shrimp (cleaned & deveined) ¼ tsp turmeric powder ½ tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper (optional) For the Curry 2 tbsp coconut oil (or regular oil) 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste 1–2 green chillies, slit 1 sprig curry leaves ½ tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp red chilli powder (adjust to taste) 1½ tsp coriander powder ½ tsp black pepper powder 1 cup thick coconut milk ½ ...

Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Feta

Image
  Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside — Smashed Potatoes with Feta is one of those recipes that looks fancy, feels indulgent, and is surprisingly simple to make. Baby potatoes are boiled, smashed, roasted until golden, and finished with salty feta cheese and herbs. This dish has gone viral for a reason — it’s crunchy, cheesy, and extremely satisfying. I’ve also included a spicy masala-style variation so you can give it a desi twist that Indian readers will absolutely love. Perfect as: a side dish tea-time snack party appetizer   Ingredients For the Smashed Potatoes 500 g baby potatoes (or small regular potatoes) 3 tbsp olive oil (or butter for richer taste) 3–4 garlic cloves, finely chopped Salt to taste Black pepper to taste For the Topping ½ cup crumbled feta cheese 1 tbsp olive oil or butter Fresh parsley or coriander, finely chopped Chilli flakes (optional)   Optional Spicy Masala Twist (Highly Recommended) ½...

Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe

Image
  Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe – Creamy, Dreamy & Absolutely Irresistible If you’re looking for a pasta dish that feels luxurious, comforting, and restaurant-worthy, this Marry Me Chicken Pasta is the perfect choice. Made with juicy pan-seared chicken, a silky parmesan cream sauce, and flavorful sun-dried tomatoes, this recipe truly lives up to its romantic name — one bite and you’ll fall in love! This pasta is rich, creamy, full of flavor, and comes together in under 30 minutes , making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions.   Why It's Called “Marry Me” Chicken Pasta The dish got its name because it’s so delicious , people jokingly say it could trigger a marriage proposal! The creamy parmesan sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, herbs, and tender chicken make a combination that’s simply irresistible.  Ingredients You’ll Need For the Chicken 2 large chicken breasts 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp butter 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp garlic powder Salt ...

Turmeric Latte Pancakes

Image
  A warm, golden, healthy pancake inspired by the famous “golden milk latte.” If you love cozy, nourishing breakfasts with a hint of Indian flavor, these Turmeric Latte Pancakes are going to be your new favorite recipe. Inspired by the popular golden milk (haldi doodh), these pancakes are naturally golden, lightly spiced, fluffy, and incredibly comforting. Packed with turmeric, cinnamon, and a touch of honey or jaggery, they make a beautiful morning treat — and they look amazing in photos too! Perfect for winter, immunity boosting, healthy cooking, and aesthetic breakfast content.   Ingredients Dry Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour (or oats flour for a healthier version) 1 tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda ½ tsp turmeric powder ½ tsp cinnamon powder ¼ tsp ginger powder 2 tbsp sugar / honey / jaggery powder Pinch of salt Wet Ingredients 1 cup milk (dairy or almond milk) 1 egg (optional, makes pancakes fluffy) 1 tbsp melted butter o...

Crispy Fried Fish with Lemon Butter Sauce

Image
 If you love meals that look fancy but take barely 20 minutes to make, this Crispy Fried Fish with Lemon Butter Sauce is going to be your new favorite. The fish turns beautifully golden and crunchy on the outside while staying soft and flaky inside — and the simple lemon-butter sauce adds the perfect burst of freshness. It’s the kind of dish that feels gourmet but uses everyday ingredients. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, date-night meal, or even a weekend special.   Ingredients For the Crispy Fried Fish 400–500g fish fillets (Basa, Tilapia, Kingfish, Seer/Vanjaram, Salmon — anything works) 1 egg (optional, for crispier coating) ½ cup all-purpose flour (maida) ½ cup breadcrumbs (or semolina/rava for extra crunch) 1 tsp garlic powder (or finely crushed garlic) 1 tsp black pepper ½ tsp paprika / Kashmiri chilli powder Salt to taste Oil for shallow frying For the Lemon Butter Sauce 2 tbsp butter 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, prevents b...

Blueberry Lemon Loaf Cake

Image
  Blueberry Lemon Loaf Cake – Soft, Moist & Bakery-Style If you love citrusy cakes with bursts of juicy berries, this Blueberry Lemon Loaf Cake is going to be your new favorite bake! It’s soft, moist, full of fresh lemon flavor, and packed with sweet blueberries in every bite. This loaf has that perfect café-style texture — golden on the outside, buttery on the inside — making it a beautiful treat for breakfast, tea-time, or even as a pretty winter dessert. The best part? It’s an easy one-bowl recipe!  Ingredients Dry Ingredients 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking powder ¼ tsp baking soda ¼ tsp salt Wet Ingredients ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature) ¾ cup sugar 2 large eggs ½ cup milk (or buttermilk for extra softness) 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 tbsp lemon zest 1 tsp vanilla extract Blueberries 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries 1 tbsp flour (to coat them so they don’t sink) Optional Lemon Glaze ½ cup powdered s...

Creamy Chicken Mac and Cheese

Image
Creamy Chicken Mac & Cheese Recipe – Cozy Bowl of Comfort There’s something magical about a warm bowl of mac and cheese—creamy, cheesy, rich, and the perfect comfort food for any day. But when you add soft, juicy chicken pieces and bake it until golden, it becomes the ultimate bowl of happiness. The dish in the picture above captures that exact feeling: a cozy bowl of chicken mac and cheese sitting by the window, soaked in soft natural sunlight. Let me show you how to make it at home in the easiest way!  What Makes This Chicken Mac & Cheese Special? Super creamy cheese sauce Tender, flavorful chicken pieces Crispy golden top Minimal ingredients Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep  Ingredients Needed For the Pasta 2 cups elbow macaroni (or any pasta you like) Salt, to boil For the Chicken 200–250g boneless chicken, chopped 1 tsp garlic paste ½ tsp pepper ½ tsp paprika/chilli powder Salt – to taste 1 tsp butter/oil For the C...