CLICK Au Naturel and some spirited self-searching

Should I, Shouldn’t I? These questions have been swirling in my head for a while and I have been debating different options but finally I have decided to take that bold step and lift that weight from my head. I am finally, participating in the CLICK event and here is my entry for that event.  Huh? What is your problem and what is the big deal, you ask? Well, hitherto this I had not participated in this fun, talented event. There was some hesitation on my part to participate, not sure why and I did not spend time questioning the…

Pineapple in Spicy Sweet Coconut Curry (Ananas Sasam)

We have been married for quite a few years now, long enough to understand and predict each others tastes, likes and dislikes. Or so I thought, until a routine trip to the grocery proved that I had concluded a bit too soon. I have a penchant for the sweet taste; he on the other hand steers away from it and even cannot withstand the sweetish taste of vegetables like zucchini, sweet peppers in the cooking. He would rather chew on some hot chillies than ogle at cookies and cakes. But then wait; he loves fruits and does savor some Rasmalai…

Beans and Dill in Coconut Curry ( Beans Ambat)

Dill is a favorite at our house and so I put it in things like curries, rice, rotis etc. Dill is available in bulk during the Fall and Spring season in the Indian groceries and so we use it the most then. Dill is not only nutritional but adds a distinct flavor to dishes. This is one such wholesome recipe as it uses Dill, vegetable and also Daal.   Ingredients 1/2 cup toor daal 2 cups dill Handful of beans 1 medium onion Oil Mustard seeds To grind:  ½ cup shredded coconut fresh/frozen 2 tsp coriander seeds Tamarind paste (per…