Chef Hari Nayak's Blog

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Flavor Packed Kebab Burgers

These mini lamb burgers are a great way to break free of your burger routine. They are a twist on the traditional Indian Shami kebabs which i simply cannot get enough of.  There are different ways to serve these meaty bites. Serve them on a flat bread with tooth pick...

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“Balsamic and Spice” Grilled Summer Vegetables

This recipe is one of my favorites. Spice it up and eat healthy with this recipe full of flavor. You do not have to wait for summer to make this recipe and enjoy the thrill of the grill!. simply use a cast iron char grill indoors. This is the least amount of work you...

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Nawabi Style Lamb Roast

"Nawab" means king in Urdu and Hindi. This dish is for a true celebration and a festive dinner meal fit for a king. It takes a bit of work and preparation time but it is well worth the effort. This sure is a crowd pleaser! A 3 pound leg of lamb will serve approx 6 to...

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Hot Summer Grilling Ideas and Tips

Hot Summer Grilling Ideas and Tips One thing is hot this season is skewers. A lot of chefs and home cooks are giving the skewer a sophisticated makeover. Whether it's a spicy chicken with chillies, sweet scallops with peppers or fragrant lamb with preserved lemon one...

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Modern Indian Cook’s Essentials

There is no single right way to cook any Indian dishes, nor is there a single proper way to serve an Indian meal. The Indian recipes can be made using a variety of techniques - experimentation and practice are the keys to success! Spices are to Indian cooking what...

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How to preserve an open bottle of wine

There should not be any excuse for letting a drop of good wine go to waste! We all love a good bottle of wine! You’ve just had dinner with your significant other, and the half-finished bottle of wine remains on the table. It’s late, and you both have work in the...

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Recipes

Curry Corn Chowder with Roasted Poblanos SERVES 4 * 2 poblano chiles * 1 pound potatoes, peeled and diced into (1- inch) cubes * 4 tablespoons vegetable oil * 1 teaspoon cumin seeds * 1 medium onion, chopped * ¼ cup celery, diced * ½ cup green pepper, diced * Salt...

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TRUFFLE AND TRUFFLE OIL

Truffles - gold in soil Truffles have fascinated people for thousands of years. Their attraction is a tantalizing taste and aroma which, once experienced, can never be forgotten. The taste and aroma of commercially collected truffles is so intense that they are used...

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