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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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Ghee residue Ladoo
Many of us make ghee at home from the cream(malai) collected from milk. The residue left after straining the ghee is quite rich and...
Preeti Shridhar
Jul 4, 20211 min read
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Dana Methi ki Laungi ( Fenugreek Seeds Relish)
Some tastes linger on longer than you can imagine. Dana Methi ki Laungi ... Fenugreek Seeds Relish is one such dish. As a kid, I remember...
Preeti Shridhar
Jun 30, 20213 min read
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Dahi ke Kabab
Dahi ke Kabab are made with hung Dahi(yogurt), paneer and some Indian spices. These are on every restaurant's menu in North India. These...
Preeti Shridhar
Jun 29, 20212 min read
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Al Yakhni ( Bottle Gourd in Yogurt Sauce)
Yakhni is a yogurt based delicacy from the Kashmir Valley. Bottle Gourd , a vegetable that not many like is taken to next level in this...
Preeti Shridhar
Jun 27, 20212 min read
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Mango Shake
The quintessential summer drink of India. Served in different parts of the country in different avatars. For many families it is part of...
Preeti Shridhar
Jun 15, 20211 min read
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Kathi Roll
Kathi Roll is a street food from Kolkata. Originally it was a skewer roasted kabab wrapped in a Paratha. Over the years many variants...
Preeti Shridhar
Jun 13, 20212 min read
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Mango Thokku
Mango Thokku is a pickle made from raw grated mangoes. This is very popular in the Southern States of India. This lip smacking fiery...
Preeti Shridhar
Jun 10, 20212 min read
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Vanilla Ice Cream
When the sun is scorching , you look for refreshing drinks or frozen treats. Nothing beats Homemade Ice Cream. These are preservative...
Preeti Shridhar
Jun 5, 20212 min read
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Adai
Adai , is a pancake made with rice and a combination of lentils. It's slightly thicker than dosa. Many families like to keep the batter...
Preeti Shridhar
Jun 5, 20211 min read
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Sourdough Focaccia
Foccacia is probably the easiest bread to make. It is an Italian Flat Bread, enjoyed by one and all. You can use the flours in any...
Preeti Shridhar
Jun 3, 20212 min read
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Kakra Pitha
What is Pitha? Pithas are a variety of food similar to pancakes or dumplings originating from the Indian subcontinent, common in...
Preeti Shridhar
May 28, 20213 min read
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Dalma
Dalma is Dal cooked with a variety of vegetables. It's a delicacy from the state of Orissa. Typically Tur Dal( split pegion peas) or...
Preeti Shridhar
May 27, 20212 min read
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Ash Gourd Kootu
Kootu is a lentil and vegetable gravy made in South Indian homes. Lentils used are generally Tur Dal or Moong Dal, although my sister in...
Preeti Shridhar
May 11, 20212 min read
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Batata Vada Sambaar
Batata Vada Sambhar is one of the popular Maharashtrian street food. In this recipe the tasty,spicy and crispy Batata wada is dipped...
Preeti Shridhar
May 8, 20212 min read
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Pane Bianco
Pane in Italian means bread and Bianco means white. So literally speaking Pane Bianco means white bread . But don't let the literal...
Preeti Shridhar
May 7, 20213 min read
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Garlic bread
If you are new to bread baking, it's better to practice the technique on flat breads. They don't disappoint you . Garlic Bread Sticks is...
Preeti Shridhar
May 4, 20212 min read
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Strawberry Yogurt Popsicles
Summers have already hit us in a big way. The heat is unbearable. The pandemic has also grown to scary heights. Even kids are not spared...
Preeti Shridhar
Apr 29, 20213 min read
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Rustic Apple Crumble
In these trying times this Apple Crumble will help you lift your family's mood. It has no maida or white sugar. It is packed with the...
Preeti Shridhar
Apr 25, 20211 min read
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Sweet Mango Instant Pickle
Sweet mango pickle or chunda ia my husband's favourite. Mango Launji(kairi ki Launji) is mine. This instant Mango Pickle has become...
Preeti Shridhar
Apr 20, 20211 min read
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Rava Idli
Looking for a quick and easy breakfast option? Try out these Rawa Idli. These can also be packed in kids' tiffin box. To avoid morning...
Preeti Shridhar
Apr 17, 20212 min read
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