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Sukha Jawala Kismur
A monsoon staple along Goa’s coast, Sukha Jawala Kismur is a quick stir-fry made with tiny sun-dried shrimps.
Mangalorean Kane Fry
In this no-frills Mangalorean classic, Ladyfish (Kane) is slathered in a fiery, bright-red masala of boiled Byadagi chillies, garlic, ginger, pepper, and tamarind, then pan-fried until crisp outside and tender within.
Shobji Diye Aar Macher Korai Chochori
This Bengali-style Korai Chochori is made with Aar maach, mustard, and winter vegetables.
Purani Dilli Nihari Masala
Chef Sadaf Hussain shares a traditional recipe for nihari masala that mirrors the flavours of Purani Dilli.
Karandi Masala
This quick, everyday Koli shrimp curry brings together potatoes, kokum, and fresh baby shrimp.
Mandeli Masala
This light Mandeli curry is cooked with fresh hirwa watan and traditional Koli masala.
Mud Crab / Kekda Masala
This Koli-style mud crab curry is rooted in Bhavesh’s childhood trips to Thane Creek with his grandfather.
Bhirind Nustem Maskasangi Thalasan
This recipe from the Mumbai Koli Project by The Locavore brings together tongue sole cooked with kokum, spices, and moringa simmered gently in smolina and sesame oil.