Click here to like! Varan and xit are comfort food on veg days for Goans! It is a must for every religious function. Varan is popular in Maharashtra as well. However, what sets the Goan varan apart is the coconut milk. This was one recipe that my friends absolutely loved! I remember one time IContinue reading “Goan Varan”
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Bethem/Goan Khichdi
Click here to like! Khichdi is made in some form or the other throughout India. It is hard to pinpoint where it originated from. It is a one-pot meal that was filling and nutritious. Maybe that is why it is so popular all over the Indian subcontinent. So what is the Goan version of khichdi?Continue reading “Bethem/Goan Khichdi”
Fried Pumpkin Blossoms
Click here to like! Ganesh Chaturthi is a festival that celebrates the local seasonal produce. During this time vegetables and fruits are in plenty in Goa. One of my favorites is pumpkin flower buds called “dudiya fulam” in Konkani. These were prepared at my place by coating them in rava and frying, or by deep-friedContinue reading “Fried Pumpkin Blossoms”
Kangaachi Kheer
Click here to like! Kangaachi Kheer is made popularly during fasts in Goa. It is made with sweet potato cooked in coconut milk. This simple dessert is satisfying. With Shravan around the corner, this might be the perfect dessert to replace your meal. What you will need: Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutesContinue reading “Kangaachi Kheer”