Tomato Rice

Click here to like! Tomato rice is a popular dish from the South of India. However, my version is inspired by Maharashtra. I developed this recipe when I had a lot of leftover tomatoes from a large harvest. Masale bhaat is one of my favorites and I decided to pair the tempering for masale bhaatContinue reading “Tomato Rice”

Quick Aambedal

Click here to like! Ambedaal translates to mango lentils. It is a Maharashtrian chutney made with raw mangoes and chana dal. Traditionally, the chana dal is soaked for a couple of hours and then ground coarsely. Grated raw mango is added to it, topped with a tadka of mustard. I love this simple chutney butContinue reading “Quick Aambedal”

Vangi Bhaat

Click here to like! Vaangi bhaat translates to brinjal or eggplant rice. I was first introduced to this while I studied in Belgaum. It is a pretty famous way of utilizing eggplants in Karnataka and Maharashtra. I do not eat brinjals since I am allergic, however, Mayur had never tasted this rice so I decidedContinue reading “Vangi Bhaat”

Maharashtrian Style Stuffed Brinjal

Click here to like! Brinjal or egg plant used to be one of my favorite vegetables growing up. There was something unique about the gooey texture that I absolutely loved! Unfortunately, I cannot have them any more since I am allergic. (Even though I cheat and have the curry sometimes!) However, I do make themContinue reading “Maharashtrian Style Stuffed Brinjal”