Anshu's Food Odyssey

A spicy and "chatpata" Rajasthani flavor seems to be up on my mind this week; I first started off with the popular curry recipe of " Govind Gatta Curry " and am now here again with yet another super-duper snack/breakfast delight from the Royal State of Maharajas, the crispy, flaky and ever so delicious, " Aloo Pyaaz ki Kachori ". Bursting with tongue tickling flavors, I first had a tryst with these kachoris at a local street food stall during my visit to Jaipur. A subtle sweetness of caramelized onions, a rustic aroma of fennel, coriander and nigella, and the crisp flakiness of the crust instantly took me in its gastronomic awe. Since then, these have become my ultimate favorite when it comes to savoring kachoris. Whether you are looking for a special breakfast option or a high-tea evening snack, needless to say, they make for a perfect lip-smacking treat and are sure to leave you asking for more. Let's get started with the recipe.          Khasta

" Chicken Momos " have always been one of the favorite street foods of my husband; since the day we have moved to Singapore, though an ample variety of Asian steamed dumplings ranging from Dim Sum , Bao to Gyoza and Korean Mandu can be relished here, we still do badly miss the taste and flavors of the Indian-Nepalese Momos . And that is the reason, one day I got myself working out these succulent and juicy dumplings which are often served with a super spicy garlic-chilly sauce. Surprisingly, the results were great the very first time; and since then they are a must on our snacking menu over a weekend. Chicken Momos | Steamed Chicken Dumplings Though making momos is not a rocket science, it still requires few things to be taken care off. The very first is the skin of momos; the dough needs to be supple and soft yet firm enough so that it can hold the juices of the filling. Shaping of momos is also a skillful job and requires a little practice; and also while shaping on