I say this not just because I am an Indian by birth, I actually mean it when I say that Indian cuisine is extremely versatile and one of the best cuisines we have. Every city/state has its own version of a dish using different veggies, spices, and other ingredients. Even the array of spices available in this country is abundant. Whenever I am traveling around the country, I always check out the local spice market of that place....
It seems like the chill is going to last for a few more days, with really rough weather, especially in the Midwest. Stay warm, guys! If you are still looking for some cozy curry recipes to keep you warm, you must definitely try this tasty, Instant Pot chana masala. It is packed with all sorts of flavors from spicy to tangy, perfect with rice or flatbread. WHAT IS CHANA MASALA?...
Though there are many varieties of clam chowder, the classic New England style is our absolute favorite. It is also known as white clam chowder or Boston-style clam chowder. Pressure cooker clam chowder is really convenient to prepare, and comes together fairly quickly once you have the vegetables all diced up. This hearty clam chowder features perfectly cooked potato chunks and tender chopped clams in a flavorful, thick, and creamy broth, seasoned with fresh herbs like thyme and parsley....
I can chow-down a big bowl of chowder any time of the year, be it shrimp, crab, salmon, lobster, or this fresh corn chowder. And as I write this post, I’m reminiscing that flavorful salmon chowder which we enjoyed on our trip to Alaska last year. It was seriously one of the best chowders that I’ve ever had! What is chowder? The Oxford dictionary defines chowder as “A rich soup typically containing fish, clams, or corn with potatoes and onions”....
Storage & Leftovers Storing your Jacked-Shuka (Extra Spicy Eggs in Hell) in an airtight container in the fridge may allow you to store it for up to 3-4 days. Make sure to refrigerate the dish promptly and then, when ready to eat, reheat properly. It’s not like I originally invented anything crazy. At its core, Shakshuka is a recipe of eggs simmered and poached in a spicy tomato sauce. It’s huge in the middle east, where it is popular for dinner....
The Jamaican Hot Chocolate Pepper matures to a rich brown color with ribbed and wrinkled skin. They grow to about 2 inches and have a very spicy Caribbean flavor. They are great for use in hot sauces and marinades. The Jamaican Hot Red or Yellow Pepper is squash-shaped with thinner skin and matures to a bright yellow or red. The red is slightly spicier than the other two varieties. These can be pickled or even eaten fresh, if you can get past the intense heat....
Mention deep-fried oysters, it’s easy to conjure up memories of good food, great tasting beer and fun time. Anyone from the Southern part of the States or have tasted deep-fried oysters would know what I am talking about. In Japan, we love our oysters too. During fall and winter, we particularly enjoy Japanese Fried Oysters or Kaki Fry (read as Furai, カキフライ). The crunchy, juicy briny morsels are served more casually at home and at teishoku (set meal on a tray) restaurants....
Japanese Garlic Fried Rice, or what we call Garlic Rice (ガーリックライス) in Japan, reminds me of my college days when I used to cook it over and over. It was quick and easy and super flavorful. And really, there’s nothing better than a hot plate of garlicky fried rice! With a simple salad and a protein on the side, it was a nice home-cooked meal that kept me going on those long study nights....
Comfort foods are the familiar kind. For many of us this Kaali Daal (or Sabut Masoor ki Daal if you are going to be proper about it), is made in a certain way. For some it’s most loved in it’s Daal Makhani incarnation, for others it’s best when whole spices and mint make an appearance. The Kinds of Masoor Daal: My family is fairly simplistic in it’s identification of daals - to this day it’s by colour....
You all know about my love for Chana Chaat and Mixed Plate Chaat, but I do genuinely feel that Kalay Chanay don’t get the attention they deserve! I love this simple warm Kalay Chanay with some cold dahi baray, but I also love this nutty fun chaat and hope you do too! What is Kala Chana? Kala Chana of Black Chickpeas are a variety of chickpeas with a firmer darker exterior that even after cooking holds it’s shape....
Grown by the UK’s largest producer of peppers, Salvatore Genovese, who has a seven-acre farm in Blunham, Bedfordshire. He seems to have made it his goal to produce hotter and hotter chilies. Looking forward to his future work. The Komodo Dragon pepper was announced in 2015 and sold in Tesco stores. How Hot is the Komodo Dragon Pepper? As the Scoville Heat Units measure in at 1,400,000 – 2,200,000, this is one of the hottest peppers in the world....
I make some hot sauce recipes that are nothing but peppers, vinegar and salt, and some that incorporate any number of interesting and flavorful ingredients like other vegetables, fruits, and different seasoning blends. Sometimes I like to strain my processed hot sauce mixture to achieve a smoother consistency, and what remains is all that leftover pulp from the ingredients sitting in the strainer. Don’t throw that pulp away! I used to toss mine into the garbage disposal and always felt bad because it seemed those ingredients still had plenty of life left in them....
Making Green Tea souffle has been on my baking bucket list for as long as I remember. Unless you are in Japan, this unique dessert doesn’t normally appear on the dessert menu in your local cafes and restaurants. The only way to taste the incredible warm fluffy texture of souffle accented with the unique bitter matcha flavor is to make your own. Today, unlike my usual posts, I want to talk about the little struggles I had with this recipe....
I hope you enjoy them! Let me know how they go over at your next party. We’ve always been party people. We LOVE throwing parties and having gatherings in our home. Often times those parties run a bit late, so we like to have extra “late night” food on hand when the inevitable cravings begin. People start getting hungry again and they want something to munch on. What better late night munchie food than nachos?...
Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! — Mike H. Mexican Molletes are open-faced sandwiches topped with refried beans and melty cheese. They’re basically the Mexican version of cheese and bean toast, but so much better....
Are you ready for Day 2 of Nagoya (Read Day 1 here)? On today’s tour, we’ll take you to very different experiences, from the beautiful and exquisite Nagoya Castle and Honmaru Palace, to hands-on experiments and planetarium at Nagoya City Science Museum, and finally the peaceful garden and art at Noritake Garden. Things to Do in Nagoya – Day 2 Nagoya Castle 名古屋城 My family loves visiting Japanese castles. During our travels around Japan, we always try to visit if there is a castle in town....
The New Year is the biggest and most important holiday in Japan. Last year (2018) we had the opportunity to spend it at the popular Isawa Onsen (石和温泉) in Yamanashi Prefecture. Isawa Onsen is a hot spring destination near Tokyo and one of our family’s favorite getaway besides Hakone. Preparing for Traveling in Japan to Celebrate New Year If you plan on spending New Year in Japan, there are a few tips:...
Okonomi Sauce (お好みソース) is the condiment for Okonomiyaki, Japanese savory pancakes. The sauce blends 20 spices and ingredients, including vinegar, spices, vegetables, and fruits such as tomatoes, dates, and apples. It has a perfectly addicting balance of spicy, sweet, and savory. What is Okonomi Sauce? Okonomi Sauce (お好みソース) is the sweet-savory brown sauce slathered on top of Okonomiyaki. It’s an indispensable ingredient, along with Japanese mayonnaise, katsuobushi (bonito flakes), and aonori....
We’re cooking up a big pan full of comforting Spanish Paella in the Chili Pepper Madness kitchen tonight, my friends! Pull up a chair and join us! Are you a fan of paella? What is Paella? Paella is a Spanish rice dish cooked in a wide pan that often contains a mix of meats, seafood, and vegetables. Paella originated in Valencia, though it has spread through Spain and the rest of the world, where it can vary from region to region and cook to cook....
Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! — Mike H. I like to keep a number of them on hand at home for recipes or for simply dashing over meals for extra flavor and heat....
