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Cakes & Curries
Welcome to Cakes & Curries. I’m thrilled you’re here—because I have so much I want to share with you. I am passionate about cooking and baking. All my recipes are quite simple and easy to follow.Explore my site, and all that I have to offer; perhaps Cakes & Curries will ignite your own passions too.
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Baingan with Besan
Baingan with Besan In these trying times when supplies are short, I didn't want to make baingan ka bharta as that would use up lot of...
Preeti Shridhar
Apr 9, 20201 min read
Pahadi Mooli and Alu ki Thechwani
On our way back from Corbett National Park last week, I thought, let me pick up some veggies so that I don't have to worry about them...
Preeti Shridhar
Oct 28, 20192 min read
Purp Usli
First published on 28th October 2019, changed picture on 14th December 2020 Purp Usli, native of Tamil Nadu, is a dry dish made with...
Preeti Shridhar
Oct 28, 20192 min read
Festive Pulao
I made this Pulao as my son had been insisting that I try biryani with a mix of our biryani masala and butter paneer masala. He is of the...
Preeti Shridhar
Oct 28, 20192 min read
Coconut Rice with Kodo Millet
Kodo millet originated in West Africa but is primarily grown in India. It is also grown in Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam....
Preeti Shridhar
Jul 11, 20191 min read
Butter Paneer
Butter Paneer also known as Paneer Makhani is a slightly sweet creamy dish of paneer, originating from the Indian subcontinent, in...
Preeti Shridhar
Jun 15, 20192 min read
Protein packed salad
I love the sweet and tangy taste of this salad. It's quite filling so you can easily skip carbs. It's better to soak the dal over night...
Preeti Shridhar
Mar 13, 20191 min read
Simple Radish Salad
It's very common in North India during winters when the radish is very sweet and juicy. Add some grated ginger, finely chopped green...
Preeti Shridhar
Mar 13, 20191 min read
Dal Makhani
Dal Makhani, as the name suggests is overladen with cream and butter. This recipe of mine has a fraction of cream and butter without...
Preeti Shridhar
Mar 10, 20192 min read
Steamed Paneer in mustard paste
When you need to make paneer without onion garlic, this is one of my go to recipes. if you love the taste of mustard then you will love...
Preeti Shridhar
Mar 4, 20191 min read
Khatte Aloo (Potatoes in tangy yogurt sauce)
While driving to Corbett, on the way we stopped at Bikanerwala. My husband as usual ordered Chole bhatura. I am a big fan of their Raj...
Preeti Shridhar
Jan 21, 20192 min read
Shakkarai Pongal
Pongal is a harvest festival dedicated to the Sun God. It marks the Sun's six months journey northwards ie Uttarayana. It is celebrated...
Preeti Shridhar
Jan 21, 20191 min read
Matar ki Tahari (Green Peas Pulao)
Winter is at its peak and we all look for hot comforting meals. With so much of fresh produce available in the market it's fun cooking...
Preeti Shridhar
Jan 21, 20192 min read
Egg in a Bread Roll
Creating delicacies for kids which will excite them is no mean feat. A bigger challenge is to make food that can be packed for school....
Preeti Shridhar
Jul 3, 20181 min read
Kadhi Pakora
A typical North Indian dish. There are various versions of this dish. My mom makes it without onion - garlic, but my hubby fell in love...
Preeti Shridhar
Jun 11, 20182 min read
Tomato Chutney for Dosa and Idly
A wonderful accompaniment for dosas and idlies. What I like best about this chutney is that it freezes well. So I make it in large...
Preeti Shridhar
Jun 11, 20181 min read
Chenna Poda
A delightful cottage cheese aka Paneer dessert. It's light and mildly sweet. Chenna Poda is a very traditional dessert from the state of...
Preeti Shridhar
Apr 28, 20182 min read
Chettinad Rajma( Kidney Beans) with Veg. And Paneer
This dish is a unique medley of Rajma , paneer, and vegetables. I have used beans and carrot , you can also add cauliflower . When I got...
Preeti Shridhar
Feb 16, 20182 min read
Palak ka kapa
Last week I happened to be in Corbett . There I had a chance to sample a kumaoni dish called Palak ka kapa. I was blown away by the...
Preeti Shridhar
Feb 12, 20182 min read
Tomato Chutney
A tangy accompaniment for rice and stuffed parathas. Tomatoes are in season right now. Make the best use of them. I prefer to make...
Preeti Shridhar
Feb 12, 20181 min read
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