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Malvani Vataana Usal | Kaala Vataana Usal

Malvani Vataana Usal is a classic dish from the Konkan region of Maharashtra. It is a spicy curry made with dried black peas....

Tilkut | How to make Black Sesame Seeds Chutney

Tilkut is a tasty, dry chutney made with black sesame seeds (Kala Til).  Black Sesame seed is known for its health benefits. It is...

Karanji | Nevris | Gujiya | How to make Karanjis

Karanji  or Nevris are deep-fried flour shells stuffed with a mixture of roasted coconut, dry fruits, among other ingredients. Whether Diwali or Christmas, the...

Poha Chivda | How to make Poha Chivda

Poha Chivda - a delicious snack made with flattened rice (poha). This is an  easy and quick recipe for a tasty, crunchy snack. It is...

Sweet Shankarpalis | How to make shankarpali at home

Sweet Shankarpalis or shakkarpara is a traditional snack made during Diwali. This makes for a good tea-time snack. Here goes the recipe : Ingredients 1 ½...

Bhajani Chakli | How to make Bhajani Chakli

Chaklis  alongwith Karanjis, Besan laddoos, Shankarpalis and Chivda are important part of Diwali celebration in Maharashtra and Gujarat. Chaklis can be made with rice...

Kolhapuri Bhadang | How to make Kolhapuri Bhadang

Kolhapuri Bhadang is a spicy, fiery, garlicky, crunchy and tasty snack made using kurmura/churmura/puffed rice. Bhadang is made with a special type of murmura/puffed...

Vaalacha Birda | Field beans Curry

Vaalacha Birda is a simple Maharashtrian dish made with sprouted field beans/lima beans (vaal). The recipe may vary from family to family. I am...

Rushichi Bhaji | How to make Rushichi Bhaji

Rushichi Bhaji is a classic Maharashtrian dish usually prepared on Rishi Panchami, i.e. the day after Ganesh Chaturthi. It is prepared with seasonal vegetables...

Baingan Aloo Sabzi | Vaangi Batata Bhaji

Baingan Aloo Sabzi - Brinjals and potatoes cooked with spices, peanut powder and coconut. As a child, brinjal was an absolute “no no “ for...
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