Posted on 8 May, 2012 by yazdi
Wanted to share this. But before the hardcore chefs attack me about the fine details of the recipe, please resist….. this is more about the art http://www.theydrawandcook.com/recipes/akoori-savory-spiced-eggs-by-niloufer-wadia
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Posted on 1 May, 2012 by yazdi
Tanaz Godiwalla is the undisputed high priestess of Parsi wedding catering. Families are known to call Godiwalla before they book a venue or finalise the guest list. We wouldn’t be surprised if a few of them inform Godiwalla of the date before they telephone close relatives. After all, her catering services are so much in [...]
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Posted on 28 April, 2012 by yazdi
So you see, I was absolutely serious when I said it in this article…we, the Parsis, love our eggs and not just for eating purposes. This brings me back to the topic of food…Well-beaten eggs spread over Indian-style vegetables (called ‘per enda’ which literally means ‘eggs on’) is a common Parsi delicacy, enjoyed with crusty or [...]
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Posted on 25 April, 2012 by yazdi
A new book of Parsi recipes By Bapsy Nariman, of New Delhi Courtesy : Rusi Sorabji
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Posted on 24 April, 2012 by yazdi
Believe it or not, Parsis do have quite a few vegetarian dishes that are quite traditional. Recently friends of mine attended a Parsi dinner in Delhi and the vegetarian menu described to me left me quite disappointed. That’s when I decided to explore the vegetarian fare that is regularly cooked in many Parsi households, quite [...]
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Posted on 22 April, 2012 by yazdi
This is a great recipe which I learnt from my Parsi mother on how to make Akoori/Akuri (Parsi Scrambled Eggs). It is best served with chapatis, parathas or just toasted bread. Great for a tiffin box! Serves 4-5 people. Total Time: 12 mins Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Check out more videos [...]
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Posted on 20 April, 2012 by yazdi
On Tuesday morning, after the exhausting long jaunt to Sangli the previous day, Nipesh (my colleague at mHS) and me were up and raring to inhale a new set of experiences in Pune. My friend Varsha had promised to spend some time showing us around and Nipesh’s curioisity about Pune’s Parsi bakeries set us off [...]
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Posted on 14 April, 2012 by yazdi
Mawa ni Boi is a delicious milk based dessert laced with pistachios and almonds; looks attractive, mouth watering and needs very less time to prepare. Mawa ni Boi is a popular dish from the Parsi cuisine and traditionally prepared during the day of the year when Parsis celebrate the holies, purest and largest celebration dedicated to [...]
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Posted on 7 April, 2012 by zoroastriansnet
Since Easter brunches have all of us ‘scrambling’ for egg recipes; here is one of my childhood favorites with a delicious twist. Made regularly in most Parsi homes; Akuri is a classic, mouthwatering scrambled eggs treat with a hint of Indian spices. Our family favorite is this version- using diced ham, shredded cheese (Parmesan works really well [...]
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Posted on 10 March, 2012 by yazdi
Video demonstrations of Gujarati Recipes explained in Gujarati. A Complete Database to relish for life time! 100s of various Gujarati recipes… Pita Pockets Risotto Rice with Roasted Vegetables Cheesy Bhaaji Wrapi Gloria Sandwich Mix Fruit Trifle Pudding Chilled Watermelon & Lemongrass Soup Methi Ajwain Biscuit Choco Gold Muffins Green Glory Golden Smoothie Melon & [...]
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