Buttered Steamed rice
Though rice is generally steamed in a tightly closed pan over direct heat, in this recipe I recommend a “double-steamed” procedure. Measure rice and water rest in a closed pan which rests in a larger steamer pan. Steam surrounds the entire closed rice pan, producing very soft, evenly cooked rice with well- separated, unsplit grains. My spiritual master, Srila Prabhupada, was expert in all kitchen matters and...
Paneer Butter Masala
Ingredients •500 gms paneer, cut into ½ -in cubes •3 Tbsp ghee/oil •2 C hot water + a pinch salt + ¼ Tsp turmeric powder •2 inch ginger •2 green chilies •½ C cashews soaked in water for 1 hour •½ C water •4 Tbsp butter •2 bay leaves •4 whole cloves •½ Tsp yellow asafetida powder •1½ C tomato puree •2 Tsp coriander powder •1 Tsp turmeric powder •1 Tsp paprika •1½ Tsp garam masala •1½ Tsp salt •1 Tsp crushed kasoori methi (dried...
Savory Butter Crackers with Lemon
In Bengal, there are two types of gaja: salty and sweet. Within these two types, several shapes and flavors are possible: poppy seed cubes, sesame seed oblongs, kalonji curls and this variation: lemon zest diamonds. These crackers are somewhat crumbly, with a faintly sour taste. They are a much-loved delicacy throughout Orissa and Bengal, popular at late afternoon tiffin with contrasting sweet gaja and tropical fresh fruits....
Buttermilk Soda Bread
Ingredients • Unbleached plain flour – 2 cups, about 300g (11 ounces) • Wholemeal (whole wheat) plain flour – 2 cups, about 300g (11 ounces) • Cream of tartar – ½ tsp • Bicarbonate of soda – 1 tsp • Sea salt – 1 tsp • Buttermilk (or some sort of cultured or sour milk) – 2 cups • Sea salt flakes. Preparation 1. Preheat the oven to 220° C / 425° F. Lightly flour a baking tray. Sift the flours, cream...
Cardamom-Orange Butter
This butter can be made with either orange juice concentrate or orange marmalade, both yielding vibrant results. Equally delicious is a variation made with rose petal jam. Both orange and rose are compatible with cardamom. Best served on morning breads, muffins or crackers. Preparation time (after ingredients are assembled): a few minutes Ingredients • Unsalted butter, preferably Homemade (page 104), at room temperature – 1-1½...