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Creamy Salmon Curry with Spinach

September 19, 2021 By Asha Shivakumar

This Silky Creamy Salmon Curry is an easy salmon recipe with a silky smooth tangy sauce. Quick to make and easy to impress. Serve it straight out of the pan.

During those early years of me learning to cook and trying to impress, there was a whole lot of research and experimenting. I’d combine or take inspiration from other cuisines into what I was most comfortable with, Indian food. Years of trying and testing, I’ve come up with few that we enjoy as a family that flows flawlessly. This is one of those recipes that is in my cookbook MASALA and Meatballs and is loved by many.

A small group of friends, a date night in, wanting to impress someone or you wan to treat yourself on a weeknight, this Indian style Salmon Curry is the answer. A luxurious dish with minimal effort. You have 15 minutes, one pan, you have this meal ready. This sauce has few ingredients, each one plays an important role….

Pumpkin Halwa Swirled Vanilla Ice Cream with Saffron Sesame Crumble

November 18, 2018 By Asha Shivakumar

This homemade pumpkin halwa icecream is so easy to whip up. It’s packed full of ingredients you most likely have on hand already, and isn’t too ingredient-heavy. Mix it with store bought ice cream, or make your own ice cream. Topped with crunchy brittle, it’s a surely winning dessert.

“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” – John Fitzgerald Kennedy

Before this week is over, many of us would have had a couple get-togethers with family or friends.

I have to admit: Thanksgiving is my favorite celebration among the many American traditions. I find the meaning behind it intriguing, and I enjoy the holiday. It’s about family, and being grateful and thankful for everything. And this Thanksgiving, I am more than thankful to be among my favorite people, my FAMILY. Words can’t explain how grateful and thankful I am for everything that’s happened to me….

MASALA AND MEATBALLS COOKBOOK + Giveaway

January 9, 2018 By Asha Shivakumar

MASALA AND MEATBALLS is HERE.

After a delightful and sublime December, here it is. The launch of a dream that I had for years, something I envisioned even before I could make a cup of coffee.

Masala and Meatballs has beloved Indian recipes for every palette. It has personal stories, from stories of when I was little to my little one’s vegetarian chapter-opening story. The journey of book writing brings back fond memories of my teen helping me with every step of the process… and what a fabulous editor he is. It is for everyone who loves Indian food and its nuances.

I’ve pretty much said everything that I can say about my upcoming book, Masala and Meatballs. There’s a small book trailer video my hubby put together, so check it out if you want to know more! You can buy the book on Amazon or you can buy a signed copy in the SHOP section of the blog….

Masala and Meatballs – Pre-order Time!!!

November 2, 2017 By Asha Shivakumar

It’s finally ready!! We are so excited. Masala and Meatballs is ready for pre-order! The book releases January 2018!

HOW I FEEL AND WHAT THE BOOK IS TO ME

It’s time to celebrate. I finally feel the excitement!!

This book is my baby. It’s the moment I’ve been waiting for years. It’s my dream, that has been brewing in my mind, even before I knew how to make a cup of coffee. I don’t know which leg to stand on. It’s all too exciting, and a bit daunting. Soon, my little book will take on its own journey, across book stores and around the world. It’s been a very exciting, and wild, journey. I’ve learnt so much in the process, which has been very empowering for me.

“There are moments which mark your life. Moments when you realize nothing will ever be the same and time is divided into two parts, before this, and after this…” – Fallen (1998)…