Recipes Index
Kulkuls
A great sweet to prepare with the family, Kulkuls are made all over India at Christmas time. They are fun to make and keep very well if stored in a air-tight container.
Jalebi
This sweet is a hot favourite on any special occasion be it a birthday, wedding or festival. Jalebis though mostly eaten by themselves, can also be soaked in warm milk.
Nankaties or Naan Khatais
A favorite Christmas-time cookie, Nankaties have slightly different recipes depending on where in India they are made. This recipe is Goan in origin.
No-Cook Chocolate Easter Eggs
I used to make these delicious Easter Eggs as a kid so you can imagine the recipe is pretty simple! You need to make them ahead so factor in the extra time required.
Mama's Christmas Cake
This is my Mother's recipe for Christmas cake and though I may be biased, it is the best in the world! She's been making it for years and I have never come across anyone who did not love it at first bite.
Shir Kurma
This dessert is made on the occasion of Eid, which is celebrated by the Muslims. Shir Kurma is milk-based and full of nuts and raisins.
Marzipan Shapes
This is a favourite Goan sweet made specially for Christmas. Marzipan can be made into all sorts of shapes, depending on how artistic you are and how creative you feel!
Cheeslings
A crispy, crunchy savory snack to enjoy with a hot cup of tea. Cheeslings are often made at special occassions too.
Gujia or Nuereos with Khoya Filling
The recipe for a favourite Dusshera and Diwali sweet.
Gujia or Nuereos with Coconut Filling
Made all over India as a festival sweet, Gujias or Nuereos differ only slightly from region to region. In some states, like Uttar Pradesh, the filling is made with sweetened khoya (milk thickened almost to a solid state) and nuts while in others like Goa, it consists of shredded coconut, nuts and jaggery. This version uses the coconut filling.
Besan Ka Laddoo (gram flour sweet)
Besan Ka Laddoo is an all-time favourite and made on several special occasions and festivals. The trick to getting this sweet right is in browning the besan (gram flour) perfectly.
Til Ka Gajak (sesame brittle)
Til Ka Gajak is made especially made during the cold north Indian winter months since til (sesame) is believed to have warming properties. It is a popular sweet for Diwali (the festival of lights).