Tag: culinary kashmiri

Dodh waangan | Brinjal Chutney | Aubergine dip | The best eggplant side

Dodh waangan | Brinjal Chutney | Aubergine dip | The best eggplant side

I am deeply appalled by the status of waangan in the eyes of some Kashmiris. For example, consider the proverb, “Allan hind khaeraat’e waangnan ti sag.”

Roasted Kofta-Kebabs in a Rich Gravy

Roasted Kofta-Kebabs in a Rich Gravy

These fusion Kebabs are inspired by Kashmiri ma’che kabab and Turkish kebabs. These kebabs are loaded with texture and flavour. The procedure may come across as unorthodox but the taste is amazing.

Finding contentment: between the blockade and abundance of “content”

Finding contentment: between the blockade and abundance of “content”

Having lived through two kinds of daunting lockdowns now, one with internet & the other without, I have some thoughts to share.

The pursuit of Harissa: from Ael Kadal to Zoondaeb

The pursuit of Harissa: from Ael Kadal to Zoondaeb

Byul and his cousins are craving for Harissa but the season’s first snowfall has jeopardized their plans. What do they do now? Read on.

Egg Salad Sandwich- Simple and healthy

Egg Salad Sandwich- Simple and healthy

Perk up your lunch time with this super indulgent home made sandwich.

Hummus Fatteh: Chickpea salad inspired by Lebanese cuisine

Hummus Fatteh: Chickpea salad inspired by Lebanese cuisine

Looking to try different salad recipes? Try this medley of flavourful yogurt, wholesome chickpeas, crunchy croutons and buttery pine nuts.

Nun Chai- Love in a cup!

Nun Chai- Love in a cup!

Byul is back! This time he is taking Sweety Jan on a date over a cup of nun chai.

Quiche with crackers and ground meat

Quiche with crackers and ground meat

For stomach disorders, nun chai (Kashmiri salted tea or pink tea) was prescribed for breakfast, lunch and dinner. These crackers were allowed as accompaniments to the nun chai probably because they are light and bland, and therefore

Quiche (With Chicken and Vegetables)

Quiche (With Chicken and Vegetables)

Who wouldn’t like to immerse in flavours from around the world? Just a little courage to try something different, that’s all you need.

Kashmiri Tchot

Kashmiri Tchot

Byul takes eleven tchotch’e from the kandur but by the time he reaches home, there are only eight and a half left.