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Cabbagetown and potato fields

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I often get asked by friends how to cook Indian-style vegetables. Indian dishes are usually cooked in three simple steps: preparing the base (usually cumin, onions, or both, spices), caramelizing the main ingredient (veggies, meats, poultry) and adding finishers/ enhancers (broth, water, herbs). For veggies, we usually skip adding any liquid since they are usually … [Read more…]

Posted in: Main Courses Tagged: aubergine, brinjal, cabbage, Eggplant, Indian, Potatoes

Shrimp and Veggie Green Curry

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I have to be in the mood for Thai food but when I am, I often find it difficult to choose between noodles and rice! Of all South East Asian cuisines, Thai food is perhaps the most balanced with salty, sweet, sour and spicy flavours in every bite.  Perhaps their Buddhist culture, that values balance, … [Read more…]

Posted in: Main Courses Tagged: Eggplant, Shrimp, Spicy, Thai

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