‘Masala’ is a spice blend and ‘Chai’ is tea in Hindi. Usually, Masala Chai is only hot in India, and weather does not matter. This recipe is an adaptation of India’s classic drink. For this recipe, I am using a special Indian tea, please follow the associated link. Click here to access the video. Ingredients 4 cups water 6 teaspoons white granulated sugar OR your choice of sugar 6 teaspoons black loose tea leaves, preferably Wagh Bakri loose tea Masala (spice blend): 4 green cardamom pods 4 cloves 4 cinnamon sticks 4 black peppercorns 2 inch piece of fresh ginger Instructions Bring water to a boil over high heat. Meanwhile, muddle 'Masala' spices in a mortar pestle or...
Summer is here, and along with summer come the best tomatoes in the market. Today's post is about making a simple breakfast toast. Cafreal is a green paste that is applied over meat (usually chicken) and cooked over the stovetop. The origin of this green paste is from Africa, and via Portuguese, it made its way to India, specifically Goa. Ingredients 2 slices of sourdough bread 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter 1 summer tomato, such as beef steak, sliced in 1 inch thick pieces 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked 1/2 teaspoon Maldon sea salt OR Kosher sea salt Cafreal Paste: 1/3 cup white wine vinegar 1/2 cup cilantro, roughly chopped 1 jalapeno, seeds removed 1 teaspoon sea...
Summer is fast approaching, and we are all stuck at home, still! It was when Cinco de Mayo (May 5) celebrations were on and I decided to try this recipe, a homage to Indian and Mexican cuisine, both beautiful and rich in their culinary offerings! This is a great dish to cook together along with your family, and be creative. Just like you, I am a lover of food, and I try out new things from time to time, so enjoy! TANDOORI TACOS (serves 3-4) Ingredients 8 tortillas 1 medium-size red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup tamarind chutney, store-bought 1/2 cup chopped cilantro 2 limes, sliced in quarters Tandoori Cauliflower 1/2 bottle of Rupen's Tandoori Marinade 1 cauliflower, peeled...
CHAIWALI Location: Harlem, New York City, NY Ambiance: Fine Indian Dining, Fusion Indian decor, Family Dining Price Range: Moderately Expensive Seat Availability: Reservation Required (a week in advance) Parking: Street parking Metro accessible: Yes Website: https://www.chaiwali.com/ Worth it? SOMEWHAT OVERALL: An Indian restaurant in Harlem, Manhattan, NY, NY is what this place is. Everything in the restaurant is a beautiful combination of Harlem heritage and Indian food. The food is average, the portions are huge, some stuff is good and some stuff is just alright. Drinks are good, and unique. I would rate it B. DETAIL: Chaiwali holds a special place in the heart of my friends. When I visited New York City, we decided to to go Chaiwali (my first...
Masala means 'spicy/spices' and in this recipe, I am showing you how to make scrambled eggs as found on the streets of India. The key is to use good quality eggs - organic and pasture-raised, and that makes all the difference to your egg preparation. Enjoy! YouTube video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLBhWN6wrOM Serving Size: 2 Ingredients 3 large eggs, beaten 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon chopped jalapeno 1 Tablespoon chopped cilantro 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric 2 Tablespoons minced red onion 2 Tablespoons ghee Instructions In a medium-size mixing bowl, add all the ingredients, except ghee. Mix. Set aside. In a medium-size fry pan (preferably non-stick fry pan), add ghee. When the ghee has melted, add eggs and constantly...
