Happiness is all about the simple joys of life and one of my little joys is this carrot halwa. I can’t get through the winter without it. Unlike many ingredients I grew up with, I have no problem finding vivid red Indian carrots in the UK. Lucky me, because when it comes to puds I […]
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Chocolate Modak With Coconut Filling
Modaks are traditionally made during Ganesh Chaturthi to celebrate Lord Ganesha’s birthday and it’s customary to spoil him with his favourite sweet, that’s modaks. While ‘ukadiche modaks’ are my personal favourite (as well as Ganesha’s), my daughter can’t appreciate the Ganpati festivities until she gets to eat this dainty dark chocolate and coconut variety. So, […]
Fresh Coconut Burfi With Reduced Milk / Naralachi Burfi
Burfi – India’s answer to western fudge. It’s sweet, it’s soft; melts in your mouth, and leaves you craving for more. Indian burfi is usually made with milk and sugar, laced with flavours of saffron, cardamom, fruits, and nuts. It’s basically a celebration of all things joyful. Now I usually make my coconut burfi with […]
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