By ISKCON Desire TreeWhenever we hear of a sensational act of terrorism somewhere in the world, especially when it involves the random killing and maiming of innocent people, we ask, “Why?” And when a particular terrorist group comes forward and claims credit for some atrocity, we ask the same question, this time more deeply — […]
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Ultimate Deception
For Hare Krishna Blog on 4 Nov 2009Dazzling technological achievements have given modern scientists an aura of infallibility, and so when the scientists present untested or unprovable theories about life’s origin, people tend to accept with blind faith. Dazzling technological achievements have given modern scientists an aura of infallibility, and so when the scientists present […]
Which Way India?
By Sesa Dasa on 14 Nov 2009Airtel, India’s major telecommunications player, recently launched a campaign with the slogan, “Impatience in the New Life.” Obviously, the campaign is aimed at Indian Youth. Airtel, India’s major telecommunications player, recently launched a campaign with the slogan, “Impatience in the New Life.” Obviously, the campaign is aimed at Indian […]
Conspiracy for Murder
By Sesa Dasa on 21 Nov 2009Ever since my first day of law school I’ve wanted to prove this statement of my spiritual master Srila Prabhupada. I’ve wanted to prove that, yes, all six parties are equally guilty of murder in the animal slaughter industry. They are guilty of in a vast conspiracy for murder. […]
Eggplant & Panir Cheese in Tomato Glaze
Serves 6 ghee for deep-frying 1½ teaspoons black mustard seeds 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger 1 teaspoon minced fresh green chili ¼ teaspoon yellow asafetida powder 2 cups tomato puree ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon ground coriander panir cheese from 2½ litres milk, pressed and cut into 1.5 cm cubes, (recipe follows) 1 large […]
Stir-fry of Oven-roasted Cauliflowers with Snow-Peas and Cashews
Serves 4. 3 cups cauliflower florets Olive oil for roasting 150g snow peas 1 teaspoon olive oil ¼ teaspoon yellow asafetida powder ½ cup sour cream ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper ½ cup whole roasted unsalted cashews 1 teaspoon sweet chili sauce 1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander leaves Flatbreads to serve […]
Paneer with Tomatoes and Peas (Matar Paneer)
This dish originates in Punjab, northern India. However, it is well known all over India, and there are hundreds of variations of the same dish. But the same main ingredients are always there: peas and panir cheese in a spiced, minted tomato sauce. Here’s a delicious version that can be served with any meal, anytime. […]
Creamed Spinach with Fresh Curd Cheese (Palak Panir)
Spinach with home-made curd cheese and cream is one of North India’s favourite vegetable dishes. There are dozens of regional varieties. Here’s a simple, quick-cooking version. Serve with rice or hot buttered chapatis. Serves 5-6 1 teaspoon chopped fresh ginger 1 fresh hot green chili, seeded and minced 1 teaspoon ground coriander ½ teaspoon sweet […]
North Indian Curried Cauliflower and Potatoes
This is a popular North Indian vegetable dish. Combined with hot Puffed Fried Breads (Pooris) or rice, I could eat this any time of the day and on any occasion. PREPARATION AND COOKING TIME: 15 – 20 minutes YIELD: enough for 4 – 5 persons 1/4 cup ghee or oil1/2 teaspoon black mustard seeds 1 […]
Brussel Sprouts, Potatoes & Peas with Sour Cream
Brussels sprouts may not be everyone’s favourite vegetable, but they’re delicious combined with golden cubes of deep-fried potatoes, green peas and folded with mildly seasoned sour cream. Serve this tasty and versatile dish as part of a special banquet or feast menu, with a soup and bread for a warming winter’s meal, or with rice. […]