The Karwar Palate: Coconuts, Chillies and Much More
Karwar semi-dry drumstick curry (Moska saang or Shenga sukke)
Drumsticks or moringa are popular in India. These long stems stick out obtrusively in the vegetables markets and shops and are quite...
Semi-dry okra curry (Bhendi Sagale)
Okra is loved across India and cooked as a stir-fry and curries. Indian okra is never slimy, as is seen in some Creole and African...
Karwar chicken curry-country style, served with mung dal kichidi
Karwar is a small costal town in the state of Karnataka that played an important role in history during the Maratha rule. It was also an...
Karwar ivy gourd fry (Tendli talasan)
Gourds are common in the Indian diet. There are quite a few varieties available commonly in the market and these include bottle gourd...
Karwar drumstick curry (Moska saang ambat)
This is a beautiful dal from the Karwar region made in its traditional style. Ambat means "sour" and this is a class of curries from the...
Karwar spicy potato gravy (Batata garam masala bhaji)
Karwar is a small town across from Goa in the state of Karnataka. It is famed for its beaches and unique cuisine. The cuisine is...
Ivy gourd and cashew nut upkari (Tendli and bibbe upkari)
An upkari is a stir-fry and this Konkan version, from the region of Goa. is almost always topped with shredded fried or roasted coconut....