Zucchini Fritters/Zucchini Pakoda

Kankana Saxena | January 26, 2011

There was a time when I was least bothered of what’s cooking in the kitchen. Whatever Ma would serve me in the plate, I would just eat it cause it would be so tasty, and it was all that mattered to me. I would go in a restaurant and order something that sounded familiar and kept on wondering about the rest of the items. In fact I think that I always preferred menu with detail explanation and may be, a tiny picture of the dish 😉  My friends would always ask me to stop eating with my eyes… 😀 but isn’t that important too?! continue reading »

Green Chutney Chicken Enchiladas

Kankana Saxena | May 24, 2018
Green Chutney Chicken Enchilada | Playful Cooking

Ever since we bought a gas grill, almost every weekend is turning into a grilled chicken and corn kind-a dinner. The warm days and light wind makes it quite perfect too. Next day, there is always left over grilled chicken to finish. It is not a bad thing because the options to make something amazing with that are limitless. Last week, I made Green Chutney Chicken Enchiladas. I don’t know if the star of the dish was the filling or the sauce but it sure was a tasty combination that made for a delectable meal.

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How to make Ghee (Clarified Butter)

Kankana Saxena | December 11, 2018
How to make Ghee (Clarified Butter) | Playful Cooking #ghee #foodphotography #foodstyling #butter

Ghee is not just a pantry ingredient for Indians, it is also very auspicious to us. We do use it for cooking and baking but also use it during most of our prayers, festivals and pour it in lamps for lighting. Applying Ghee on skin is a very effective antidote for the dry winters. These days, ghee is available in every super market but nothing can beat the flavor of homemade ghee. So, if it’s something you are not familiar with, you should learn how to make ghee this holiday season and share it with your loved ones! I think it makes a perfect edible gift. continue reading »

Phulkopir Aloo Dalna | Bengali Style Cauliflower Potato Curry

Kankana Saxena | July 26, 2018
Bengali Style Cauliflower and Potato Curry | Phulkopir Aloo Dalna #cauliflower #potatio #curry #easy #bengali #indian #vegetarian #vegan #glutenfree

The combination of cauliflower with potato is unbeatable and there are various different ways to pair these two favorites. One very common North Indian curry is Aloo Gobi and a milder version is this Bengali Style Cauliflower Potato Curry called Phulkopir­ Aloo Dalna. Phulkopi is the Bengali term for cauliflower and dalna is often referred to light pure vegetarian curries. Ready in 30 minutes, this makes a great healthy choice for busy days.

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Kosha Mangsho | Spiced Slow Cooked Mutton Stew

Kankana Saxena | August 23, 2018
Kosha Mangsho | Spiced Slow Cooked Mutton Stew | Playful Cooking #mutton #meat #kosha #mangsho #indian #curry #foodphotography #bengali #recipe #playfulcooking

About 5 years back, I had shared a recipe of Kosha Mangsho and today, I have another Kosha Mangsho (Spiced Slow Cooked Mutton Stew) recipe. So, why share it again? Well, I just feel that in this course of 5 years, my recipe writing style has definitely improved a lot and my photo style changed as well. So, instead of editing the old post, I decided to just share a new one! And this time, I also have a video for you.

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