cooking blunders

My kitchen disaster XVI – how not to cook sooji appe

Circa 2020. Yes, we will continue the magnum opus of my disasters in the Covid-era. Sooji appe suddenly mesmerized the influenza crowd like the pied piper swaying the rats to his tunes. And rightfully so, because this humble breakfast dish from South India is a soul satisfying item! But a nightmare to prepare! Sooji or…

My kitchen disaster XV – the bajra besan laddoo

As a food blogger, I am inclined to experiment with new recipes now and then, especially around the festive season. But this time, I did not wish to craft the usual sweets. I am always on the lookout for unconventional recipes that are a bit guilt-free. 😇 Before you unceremoniously term me as a health…

Yesterday, I was able to correct a cooking blunder and although I do not feel like a superhero, I feel it is worthwhile to share my experience:I usually add dried mushroom powder to sautéed vegetables to get that roasted umami flavour. But yesterday, while sprinkling the shiitake mushroom powder, a few tablespoons were accidentally thrown…