Expériences Culinaires

  Potato & Burghul Kubbeh with Spiced Chicken Filling A delicious twist on traditional kubbeh using mashed potatoes and fine bulgur dough, filled with fragrant spiced chicken. Ingredients For the Kubbeh Dough: 2 cups fine bulgur (burghul) – approx. 350g ½ cup boiling water ½ cup room-temperature water (for kneading) 2 large potatoes, cooked and mashed 1 small onion Salt, to taste Black pepper, to taste Baharat spice mix, to taste For the Chicken Filling: 1 tablespoon oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste 1–2 cups cooked, shredded chicken Salt, to taste Black pepper, to taste Baharat spice mix, to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (optional) Instructions Step 1: Prepare the Burghul Dough In a large mixing bowl, add the burghul and pour ½ cup boili...

Poratta & Beef Curry A hearty, comforting combo from Kerala's rich culinary tradition There are few things more satisfying than the flaky layers of freshly made poratta paired with a rich, aromatic beef curry. This dish brings together the best of textures and flavors — the soft, buttery poratta soaking up the spicy, deeply flavorful curry is pure joy on a plate. It’s a nostalgic favourite, perfect for weekend meals or when you want to treat your family to something extra special. This version uses young buffalo beef (veal) for tenderness and a roasted coconut for depth. While the process involves a few steps, the results are worth every bit of effort. The poratta dough benefits from a good kneading and resting time to develop that signature stretch and flakiness, while the beef curry is layered with spices and the unique touch of roasted coconut. Poratta Recipe Ingredients 4 cups all-purpose flour 2 tbsp sugar 1 tsp salt ~400 ml lukewarm water (adjust as ne...

Waffle Cone Recipe – Trial Notes I've always felt that the waffle cones available in the market today don't taste like the ones we used to enjoy. So, I decided to try making them at home. Since I don’t own a waffle cone maker, I searched for alternatives. Many recipes suggested using an oven or a pan on the stovetop, but those methods seemed too messy. That’s when I thought of using my roti maker as an experiment. First Attempt (A Year or Two Ago) The batter looked simple enough to prepare. I poured a spoonful of batter in the center of a hot roti maker and pressed it — but it splattered everywhere. Reduced the heat and tried again. This time it didn’t splatter but cracked. Reduced the heat a bit more — the cone turned out soft and undercooked. Finally, with the thermostat set somewhere in the middle , and pressing gently , I got it right: Cooked for about 2–3 minutes . Got perfect cones . Was able to shape both cones and bowls with the second bat...

Rolled Omelette with Mortadella and Mozzarella A delightful twist on the classic omelette, layered with savory mortadella and creamy mozzarella. Garnished with flower-shaped mortadella accents, this rolled omelette is perfect for a special breakfast or light lunch. Ingredients 3 eggs 1½ to 2 tablespoons water (to thin the egg mixture as needed) Salt and pepper, to taste 2 mortadellas Mozzarella cheese, as needed Butter or oil, to grease the pan Flower-shaped cutter (optional) Square or rectangular nonstick pan Instructions Prepare the Mortadella Use a flower-shaped cutter to cut decorative mortadella pieces; set aside. Finely chop the remaining mortadella. Make the Egg Mixture Whisk eggs, water, salt, and pepper in a bowl until combined. Heat and Grease Pan Heat your square or rectangular pan over medium heat. Generously grease with butter or oil. Cook the Omelette in Layers Pour a thin layer of egg mixture; spread evenly. ...

  🌸 Halwa Puri Meal Recipe – A Festive Brunch Classic Celebrate special occasions or treat your family to a festive brunch with this iconic Halwa Puri meal — a beloved South Asian combination of soft, puffed puris, sweet semolina halwa, and flavorful chickpea and potato curries. This indulgent plate is perfect for mornings like Eid or lazy Sunday get-togethers, offering a wonderful balance of sweet and savory. 🍯 Sooji Halwa (Sweet Semolina Pudding) Ingredients: 2–3 tbsp ghee Handful of nuts and raisins ⅓ cup semolina (sooji) Pinch of salt ½ tsp cardamom powder 3–4 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste) 200 ml boiling water Optional: Saffron strands, 1 tbsp rose water, 1 tbsp milk Instructions: Fry Nuts : In a bit of ghee, fry nuts until golden. Add raisins, sauté briefly, and set aside. Roast Semolina : Add more ghee if needed. Sauté semolina over low heat until light golden and fragrant. Add salt, cardamom, and sugar. Mix well. Add Water Gradu...

  Chicken Samosa and Mortadella, eggs & Spring onion mutabbaq with  Homemade pastry sheets Chicken Samosa A simple and traditional chicken filling made just like at home. Ingredients For the Chicken Filling: 250 g boneless chicken Salt – to taste Black pepper – to taste ¼ tsp turmeric powder ½ cup water For the Masala: 1 tbsp coconut oil 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste Few curry leaves 1–2 green chillies, finely chopped (adjust to taste) 2–3 medium onions, finely chopped Salt – to taste Black pepper – to taste A handful of fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped For Assembling: Homemade pastry sheets Flour paste (1 tbsp all-purpose flour mixed with 2 tbsp water) Method 1. Cook the Chicken: In a pressure cooker, add chicken, salt, pepper, turmeric, and water. Cook for 1–2 whistles or until the chicken is fully done. Allow the pressure to release naturally. Remove the chicken, shred it finely, and set aside. 2. Prepare th...