Sonal Singh

I believe that life is a repertoire of anecdotes. The various situations that we encounter, the many incidents of every day, the people we meet, our conversations with them; all make life a melange of tales. And, that is what I attempt to capture through my writing. My cooking is no different! It reflects my love for travel and my love for innovation. The kitchen is my happy place. So, even though by vocation I am a recruiter (www.rianplacements.com), by passion I am a writer, home chef and a hodophile.

Stuffed Potatoes Au Gratin

Looking for a filling veggie snack option for the kids? Or looking for something for a Sunday brunch? Try this…   STUFFED POTATOES AU GRATIN INGREDIENTS 4 potatoes, boiled with the skins 5 cloves of garlic, diced 1 medium sized onion, chopped fine 1 cup mixed peppers (chopped) – red, …

Read More »

Stir Fried Idli

South Indian cuisine, particularly Idli’s makes for a tasteful snack option. However, these fluffy white orbs tend to firm up if stored in fridge. Of course, you can re-steam them and eat but a tastier option is to make my scrumptious stir-fried snack. STIR FRIED IDLI INGREDIENTS 8-12 idli’s 2 …

Read More »

Sabudana Khichdi

SABUDANA (SAGO) KHICHDI This delectable savory preparation that is a staple for Indian women on a fast makes for a delicious dish. The original recipe for this comes from my mother Nirmala Singh. I have added a few ingredients to tweak it a bit. INGREDIENTS 2 cups sago (sabudana), soaked …

Read More »

Pepper Chicken (dry)

PEPPER CHICKEN (DRY) INGREDIENTS ½ kg chicken (pre-cut with bone or boneless) 3 tbsp of curd, Salt as per taste , ½ tsp pepper powder , ½ tsp red chilli powder, 1 tsp poppy seeds 3 tsp desiccated coconut, 2  tsp ginger-garlic paste, 2 green chillies (slit lengthwise), 1 tbsp …

Read More »

Palak Chicken

PALAK CHICKEN (chicken with spinach) INGREDIENTS ½ kg pre-cut chicken (with bone or boneless) ½ kg spinach (more can be used too, if you like the taste) 1 medium sized onion chopped fine 2-3 green chillies, split lengthwise 3/4thtsp cumin (zeera) seeds 6-8 peppercorns 2 bay leaves 2-3 cloves 2 …

Read More »

Masala Mutton Chops

If you are a non-vegetarian, then you would know that nothing beats a good mutton chop recipe. It is a delectable dish and its flavor enhances if you eat it a day later. The original recipe for this is by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor but I have added a few ingredients …

Read More »

Hodgepodge Breakfast Pie

When I have a super busy day ahead and no time to cook breakfast, I bank upon this power packed dish made with leftovers. HODGEPODGE BREAKFAST PIE (laugh all you want but the name stays!) INGREDIENTS 1. 3 leftover/fresh wheat chapattis (tortillas work just as well) 2. 4 eggs, lightly …

Read More »

My Tall Lasses

(Laugh all you want but I am naming this one after my tall daughters who love this combo so the name stays.) INGREDIENTS 2 cups pomegranate seeds + 2 tsp 2 cups green grapes ½ cup ice cubes A few wedges of mandarin orange (for garnish) 2 tbsp sugar (to …

Read More »