Bimbli pickle

Growing up, the garden in front of our home was full of flowering plants and crotons, of all sizes and colours. The backyard was dotted with fruit trees like mango, custard apple, bananas, curry leaves, limes, chili and bimbli. Mum would make bimbli pickle but it’s been years since I tasted some. Recently, good friends…

Chicken cafreal (2)

I tried out another recipe without poppyseed. Chicken cafreal is a Portuguese inspired chicken preparation that is very popular in Goa. The spiciness can be adjusted based on taste. The mix of chili, garlic, ginger, coriander, with tamarind or lime and a little sweetness is amazing. Ingredients 12 chicken legs ( I use deboned chicken…