Bebinka – A traditional Goan sweet dish

Also known as bibik or bebinka, it is a traditional Goan sweet dish in a type of pudding.  The pudding also famous in East India, use to be a 16 layer dosh mainly made from plain flour, egg yolk, coconut milk and clarified butter.

Easy to carry and preserve for a long time, it is one of the most common desert in Goa and can be found in Goan restaurants. So, if even you want to bring the tropical essence in your living and want to surprise your loved one with the authentic Bebinka.

A must have dish for celebrations be it birth, wedding, Christmas and Easter, making bebinka needs lots of patience, as a layer can only added only when the below id properly cooked. Then we all have to agree that results will be mind blowing and full of flavours. 

It is also true that tradition one was made with 16 layers, but you can add erosional touch by selecting how many layers you want to add.  Here are the ingredients:

• 200 gm refined flour

• 10 egg yolks

• 500 gm sugar

• 200 ml coconut milk

• 5 gm nutmeg powder

• 200 gm butter

How to prepare bebinka at home:

• First, mix the coconut milk, flour, sugar, nutmeg and the egg yolks and make a batter.
  
  
• Grease an ovenproof dish with a spoonful of melted butter and pour the batter into ovenproof dish and spread evenly. 
  
  
• Bake until the batter turns golden brown. Now spread another spoonful of butter, pour another portion of batter over it, and spread evenly.
  
  
• Bake and repeat this until all the batter is used up.
  
  
• Turn out the bebinca onto a wire rack. Cool and cut into slices before serving.
  
  
• Best served warm with cold ice cream, the tropical pudding is a refreshing dish. And it would be right to say that it is queen of Indian deserts. 

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Indulge in the flavours of Goa with its goan fish curry

Goan fish curry is a Goanese tangy and spicy main dish, a main staple food for the people of Goa. Being located at the seaside, the town is famous for fish. Initially Goan fish curry had been a preferred dish restricted to Goa but because of its popularity, it is available almost all over India now.

Goan fish curry recipe recommends the use of any white fish. This fish curry gets the spicy kick from the use of red chillies and peppercorn whereas the tangy flavour comes from the use of tamarind. The preparation method as suggested by the Goan fish curry recipe is very simple. This fish curry is prepared in two steps. The first step includes the grinding of certain spices along with coconut. Next step is the cooking part that follows the instructions of Goan fish curry recipe and the dish is prepared within very less time.

As fish is the main ingredient of this flavourful dish, it is also considered as a healthy ingredient. Served with rice it is termed as one of the balanced meal that comes with all required nutrition. However being a spicy dish it is advised to be avoided by children and elderly people. In addition, the spiciness can be troublesome for people with ulcers.

Thanks to its popularity, the ingredients suggested for Goan fish curry recipe remain more or less unchanged. The first variation that can be used is fish, but there are various kinds of fish like salmon, tuna, etc. that can be used but white fish is all time favourite. On the other hand, prawns can also be used to make this curry.

The next noticeable variation in this dish is the use of the ingredients for grinding. Usually the Goan fish curry recipe suggests the grinding of coconut along with some of the dry ingredients. However, many prefer to roast the coconut with other spices before grinding it. Sometimes instead of the grounded dry spices, tamarind is also added to the grounded spice to enhance more flavour to the dish.

Prepared in variations, the goan fish curry is the staple food of Goa, which not only represents the flavours of goa but also brings tangy flavours in your kitchen.

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Coconut Masala – A New Miracle Food

Coconuts add flavour and healthy nutrients to your diet. Here are some of the health benefits of coconut. Also, let us discuss the recipes that can be prepared with coconut masala

Benefits of Eating Coconut

Coconut has become multipurpose food commodity and they are used in everything from our daily cooking to our beauty treatments. Are Coconuts nutritious? Yes, they are highly nutritious. They are also rich in fiber and contains essential minerals and vitamins. The coconut masala which is prepared from coconut are very delicious and prepared in combination of varieties of dishes. Some coconuts are young and some are mature. The young coconuts are healthier and water inside it has the highest source of electrolytes. Hence, it keeps your body hydrated and helps the nerves to function properly.

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Bite Into Ecstasy: Have A Chicken Sandwich

All it takes is two slices of whole wheat bread, a few pieces of chicken or chicken salami, a dash of mayonnaise, pepper and mustard, a slice of tomato or iceberg lettuce to go with it and you have yourself that much loved chicken sandwich!  A favorite of millions the world over, the chicken sandwich serves as a whole meal during lunch or dinner for many and also as an inter-meal snack item for tea parties. What’s more, when you have unexpected guests at home, it’s one of the easiest items to serve with a drink, tea or coffee in a jiffy.

Preparing a chicken sandwich is hardly difficult. You need to butter two slices of sandwich bread after slicing off the edges and then set them aside. Take the boiled chicken nuggets or even shredded boiled chicken in a bowl, sprinkle pepper and salt to taste, add a generous amount of mayonnaise, a dash of tobasco sauce if you want that extra zing and the sandwich filling is ready. An additional dose of ketchup is always welcome if it’s for children. Rest assured, they’ll love it. Spoon the mixture on to one slice of the bread and cover with the other. The sandwich is ready and crying to be devoured.

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Non-vegetarian Goan Dishes: Favourite of Many People

Delectable taste of non-veg Goan dishes makes it the favourite of many people around the world. Here, you will get acquainted with some of the popular dishes made in almost every home of Goa. 

Who doesn’t love Goan dishes? Almost all of us, including the vegans. Many tourists come here from all around the world to enjoy its culture, beaches and more importantly its diverse cuisine- that boasts of something for everyone. It has a quintessential Portuguese and Goan essence in its food and some people also feel the impression of Kerala due to spices.  Fish, chicken, coconut milk, rice spices and traditional recipes are main ingredients of today’s Goan food.

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Goa is Famous For its Sea Food

No doubt, Goa is eminent for its succulent sea food that extravagantly fulfills your taste buds’ desires, and nourishes your health as well. Fortunately, such foods are also available in Delhi at food stall within the budget.

Many people visit Goa from all around the world to have an incredible time at its sandy beaches, relax in amazing resorts and most importantly enjoy its sea food. The variety of delicious food lures various tourists from many corners of the world.  This captivating land is a paradise for non-veg lovers, and especially for those who are die-hard fan of sea foods combo.  Similar consumers residing in Delhi would get awestruck after knowing that such foods are also available here at food stall! 

Now the question may arise why Goa is so popular for such food, when it is available in most parts of the country. The answer is hidden in the sea foods recipe what emphasizes the real essence of Goa and Portugal. For instance, the fish is one of the staple diets and served in many ways like appetizers, desserts, and salad. Alongside the specialty, there is something more what entices people - the exquisite blend of culture and taste. 

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Treat Yourself to Scrumptious Sea Food in Goa

Experience the ecstasy of Goa beaches and culture along with the exotic taste of sea food, which is a Goan staple, topped with Goa’s favourite drink Feni!

Goa, situated along the western coastal region of India is one of the established tourist destinations in India. The place is not only economically affluent but modern with respect to infrastructure as well, thereby fascinating tourists from all over the world with its ambiance, culture and food. This scenic destination is often talked about because of the quality sea food that you get here.

The sun kissed sand and sea in Goa offers a feeling of freedom and freshness. Exploring Goa can proffer you with countless things to do in order to fetch pleasure – from busy nightlife to a monotony of city, from a water skiing fun to tours to cultural monuments and forts – there’s everything for everyone. And amid a variety of things to do in Goa, relishing the sea food is a must!

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Nosh on Goan Food & Delight Your Taste Buds

Goa, a place famous for sun, beaches, food and feni, is on every traveller’s itinerary when they plan of visiting India. Even for Indians, Goa happens to be a hot spot destination for spending a few leisurely days. The lip smacking food and delicacies are sure to remain on your taste buds for a longer period – that’s Goan food for you!

Goan cuisine consists of local specialities loved across Goa. Some of the main ingredients of Goan food include chicken, lamb, seafood, coconut milk, rice, and area-specific intense spices. Not just this, what adds to its ultimate taste is the distinct feature in the food of Goa – that is, the use of kokum. Moreover, any meal is apparently considered incomplete without fish. Just because Goa has both Hindu and Catholic communities, here fish is the staple of each of them. For Goans, fish, curry and rice are the inseparable parts of life, almost like necessities. All these combined can be said to be a plate full of heavenly delight for the Goans. Even those who visit Goa affirm that Goa can be summed up in Goan food and drink – fish, curry, rice and feni!

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