Thursday, August 27, 2009

Day 15 Nepal


Aloo Achar and Kwanti, quintessential Nepalese dishes were the picks of the day. Kwanti aka nine jewelled stew has nine different beans and legumes slow cooked with a substantial amount of onions, garlic, ginger, tomatoes and a plethora of spices. Asafoetida and Carom seeds gives this colorful dish its distinctive aroma.
Aloo Achar directly translates to pickled potato, but is basically boiled potato seasoned with sesame seeds, cilantro, turmeric, chili powder and lemon juice. Tempered with Fenugreek and green chilies, these golden potatoes are great with rice or flat bread ( Chappati).

Next stop: Malaysia. Can't wait ....heavenly Roti canai...

4 comments:

  1. Food looks divine and your kitchen is really sizzling with foods from around the world. If you keep cooking up such interesting and eclectic feasts you shall be the toast of five continents.

    Uttara Choudhury
    Daily News and Analysis

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  2. Thanks so much for your positive feedback. It feels great to know that I am sharing this experience with you all. Please keep me posted if want a specific recipe.

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  3. i want to visit nepal. please??

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