Desi, Global & Fusion Recipes
About This Lamb Shank Dish There are various ways to cook lamb shanks. The flavors can vary depending on region and style, but one thing is consistent–the best way is to cook the piece of meat until it’s soft and tender and falling off the …
What is Beef Tehari? Beef Tehari is an authentic Bangladeshi beef and rice dish that’s filled with the aromas of mustard oil and green chilies. It’s a one dish meal that hardly needs any accompaniments. It differs from biryani in the sense that biryani is …
What is Tikka Masala? Tikka masala is a spiced gravy dish made popular by South Asian chefs living abroad. It uses typical South Asian cooking techniques but is adjusted to cater to a global population. Nowadays, tikka masala graces the pages of almost every Indian …
What is Paya? Paya is a soupy curry in Bangladeshi cuisine made with cow trotters. This may seem strange from a Eurocentric viewpoint, but it’s a delicacy in many South Asian cultures. Different regions in South Asia have their own versions of this dish with …
Desi Chinese Style of Cooking Before I talk about this Shrimp Hakka Noodles dish, let’s first ask: what is Desi Chinese cuisine? Also called Indo-Chinese cuisine, this is a popular fusion style of cooking that’s a cuisine all on its own. Originating from Chinese migrants …