Palak paneer

Palak paneer is a common vegetarian dishes at most North Indian restaurants. Over the last years, this has become one of my go to dishes when eating out since it gives me a good combo of veg and protein. Note! This recipe does not include making the paneer. I buy this at the local Indian…

Baingan bharta ( Eggplant bharta)

This is an Indian version of Baba ghanoush. It is made with grilled eggplant or brinjal and spices. A great side dish that can be served with roti or rice. I like to make a big portion, so we have leftovers. My son recently asked me for the recipe. It was a good reason to…

Semolina upma

Upma is a family favourite for a simple brunch, during the Christmas holidays. It works really well after days of heavy meals with pork ribs and sorpotel. Ingredients 1 cup ‘roasted’ semolina – coarse grain if available ( the fine semolina can be used but the upma becomes a bit more clumpy) 1 onion, finely…