Suji Ka Halwa/Kesari Bath/Sheera
Before we actually get into the guts of this post, I just wanted to take a step back and reflect on something - this is going to be the...
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Kitchen Cultures
A humble attempt at preserving our culinary heritage, in the form of techniques and recipes, before it disappears.
Welcome to the Kitchen Cultures blog, a unique blog here for you to explore, share and learn about various recipes and techniques that either never got the limelight or are slowly fading away.
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Shivank Dubey
- Mar 26, 2021
- 2 min
Kachaalu Chaat
Kachaalu, or Taro, as it is known in English, is a food that is deeply embedded in South Asian and Polynesian cuisines. A while ago, in...
kkulvas bhat
- Mar 22, 2021
- 2 min
Mutton Kaliya
This one is personally close to my heart as I only like it in my mom's kitchen, and I can say that she has mastered this recipe over the...
kkulvas bhat
- Mar 10, 2021
- 2 min
Chenna Poda
Nobody likes accidents in their life but what if I told you that some accidents could turn out really delicious? This recipe was...
Shivank Dubey
- Mar 3, 2021
- 3 min
Kulth Khichdi
Khichdi has got to be one of the most common Indian dishes. Interestingly though, I am yet to find it in any restaurant or, even known to...
kkulvas bhat
- Feb 26, 2021
- 2 min
Nadru/Lotus Root Yakhni
Nadru or Nadir(Lotus Root) is consumed in various parts of Asia like India, China, and Japan. Nadru is usually soursed from the Dal Lake...
Shivank Dubey
- Feb 21, 2021
- 3 min
Khattey-Meethey Kulth/Sweet and Sour Horse Gram
As I write this post, I cannot help but feel a strong sense of Deja-vu. In all the time this blog has existed, this will be the fifth...
kkulvas bhat
- Feb 16, 2021
- 2 min
Mustsch/ Kashmiri Meatballs
Mustsch is the part of Kashmiri cuisine's main course where lamb mince is marinated with dry marination and cooked in a spicy soup. The...
Shivank Dubey
- Feb 5, 2021
- 2 min
Til (Sesame) Laddu
I feel I should start my article by informing you that Til (Sesame) Laddu is not something unique to Jammu. They are cherished throughout...
kkulvas bhat
- Feb 1, 2021
- 2 min
Al Hatch-Wangun Hatch/Dried Loki(Bottle Gourd) and Baingan(Aubergine)
Sun-Dried vegetables have been a part of Kashmiri households cuisine for a very long time. Locally, these were called Hokh Syun(Dried...
Shivank Dubey
- Jan 25, 2021
- 3 min
Mehri
In my previous post on Dessert rice, I alluded to my fascination with how versatile rice can be and how widely it's used. India's...
kkulvas bhat
- Jan 19, 2021
- 3 min
Lavasa/Girda (Kashmiri Roti)
Bread is an important part of any meal all around the globe since it's baked, it requires precision and the correct ratio of the...
Shivank Dubey
- Jan 14, 2021
- 2 min
Meethey Chawal/Dessert Rice
Over time, I've grown fascinated by just how significant a role rice plays in Indian (and to a large extent, Far East Asian and Central...
Shivank Dubey
- Jan 6, 2021
- 2 min
Maa ka Madra
Native to Jammu, Maa ka Madra is not the kind of dish one would make very frequently at home. If you have a get-together at your place,...
Shivank Dubey
- Dec 29, 2020
- 2 min
Gargal ka Achaar/Pickled Gargal
Gargal is a citrus fruit that is native to the region of Jammu and its surrounding districts. Technically, Gargal (and others such as...
kkulvas bhat
- Dec 25, 2020
- 2 min
Dum Aalu
This recipe is part of the traditional Kashmiri Pandit cuisine and is cooked on auspicious occasions like birthdays and weddings. This...
Shivank Dubey
- Dec 18, 2020
- 2 min
Kyoor
Kyoor is a crispy snack prepared in Jammu, hugely significant in Jammu's local culture. Traditionally, any auspicious event - such as the...
kkulvas bhat
- Dec 15, 2020
- 2 min
Shufta
Shufta is one of the lost treasures of Kashmiri food. Seemingly, many people know about it, but it's not cooked very often. This recipe...
Shivank Dubey
- Dec 11, 2020
- 2 min
Sri Pulao
Completing the Jammu wedding customary triumvirate is the dessert - Sri Pulao. Also, for this post, I have a special shoutout to my...
kkulvas bhat
- Dec 8, 2020
- 2 min
Mutton Yakhni
Mutton Yakhni is one of the most prominent dishes in the Kashmiri household. The word Yakhni translates to curry or broth. The key...
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