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Kulfi

For those that love Kulfi and find it difficult to make here is a simple and straightforward recipe from my sister in law in USA

Habshi Halwa

This is a newly discovered recipe of a delicious mithai Once again my mum from USA sent it to me

Gajeri Zarda

My mum entered this dish in a food competition in London and although it didnt win any prizes it looked very presentable

Gajarela (carrot and rice pudding)

This is a frequently made dessert in Indian and Pakistani homes and it is difficult to estimate ingredients My sister in law who lives in Milpitas has worked out the following measure with perfect results every time

Falooda

This is a very popular milk based refreshing milkshake dessert contain a variety of different flavours The version served in East African restaurants differs from the one served in Pakistani restaurants This one originates from Kenya

Bread Halwa

When we were growing up in Kenya my mum was always finding innovative ways to use up leftovers She often made this halwa with left over bread and thick bread ends that none of us wanted to eat

Chops with Tomato puree

This dish can be served as a starter or as a main with naan bread or French bread

Papri Chaat

This is a lovely refreshing chaat that binds unusual ingredients together with yoghurt and tamarind

Nacho station

This is a popular recipe put together and served at our staff restaurant theatre cooking

Cassava/Potato chaat

This is a lovely chaat made either with cassava mogo or boiled potatoes and brought together with tamarind chutney

Masala Chips

I think very fondly of Totem Kiosk in Nakuru where I learnt how to make this unusual chips recipe

Keema Chappatis (half-moon Mince chapatis)

This is a popular street food in Mombasa and there are intricate steps to the pastry making element of the recipe Whilst living in the fast paced West we have an easier version that still reminds us of our happy childhood eating at the roadside in Kenya