Raj-ma: The King of Beans and the Mother of all things yum – Kidney Beans
So the word ‘Raj’ translates as King and ‘Ma’ as Mother. But, Rajma somehow translates to the rather more humble Kidney Bean. However, there is something of the ‘Mother of … Continue reading
Cookie Monster and Tummy Trances: Channa Massala
You know how Cookie Monster is when he says “COOO – KIES”? A little bit possessed by the very idea of them: eyeballs zigzagging in opposite directions, voice gruffer than … Continue reading
Smokey Autumn Aubergine (Bhaingan ka Burtha)
Without overstating it, I think there is something a bit regal about an aubergine. The deeply rich shade of purple; it reminds me of the most glorious Royal Robe. The … Continue reading
Squishing Squashes – Fenugreek & Coriander Marrow
There’s a very nice woman who lives at the top of the hill. She kindly left some of her glut of summer marrows (giant courgettes / zucchinis) out on the … Continue reading
Creamy Hot Bean Pasta
Summer’s here! Well, this is day four in a row of sun (at the risk of tempting fate!), and so far the hottest weekend I think we’ve had this year … Continue reading
Love is… a Punjabi Pakora
See our great new film to see how to make these wacky shaped beauties… Punjabi Spinach and Onion Pakoras are hot, tasty, good honest Indian snack food.. made all the … Continue reading
Spicy Red Lentils – a little ray of sunshine on a winters day
With a good dusting of snow outside this weekend, I’m in need of some comfort food… a little bit of colour to bring some warmth to the unwelcome winter revival. … Continue reading
Garlic Chive Aloo Gobi Toasties
A little leftover aloo gobi – what to do? Most Indian dishes are yummier on the second/third days because the spices have had a good chance to sink in. But by … Continue reading
Aloo Gobi (potatoes and cauliflower)
Here’s my first home cooked Indian recipe for you – it’s the colourful classic Aloo Gobi. This is a short video to show you just how easy, quick and fun this … Continue reading
Hello! Welcome to my Kitchen
Namaste and Hello! My name’s Kiran. Welcome to my kitchen. I’ve been teaching Indian vegetarian cookery classes in Oxfordshire for more than 14 years. I’m also the co-founder of Holy … Continue reading
Kiran's Cooking Club 