Fizzy to Fizziest Kombucha

Entry into Asahi Kasei Cooking Contest.
Entry by: Kurian Jacob
Frying Fish Using Asahi Kasei Frying Pan Foil.
When it comes to frying, fish frying is the queen of all frying. I have here a big piece of Kalanchi (sea bass) fish to fry. It’s pre marinated and just place it on the frying pan foil on the tawa and it just get fried on it without any oil.
It’s not only avoiding oil, we don’t have the dilemma of whether non stick is healthy or not, or should we go back to cast iron tawas.
Thank you Asahi Kasei for bringing in this amazing Japanese technology, particularly the frying pan foil which is silicone coated and healthy.

Crab Walk. Kerala Beach

February 15, 2022 Kurian#beachresort, #cghearth, #keralabeaches, #keralatourism, #mararibeachresortcghearth, @aarunya1, @artofbeingfabulous, @aswathyalappadu, @cherrylsblog, @easyindianfood, @enteblog.com.blog, @irefusetogiveup, @itsmystyleofliving, @jinjuvijaya, @kadhavashesha, @melodyofwords, @muddlingthroughmymiddleage, @nainanair, @neelambari13, @nimmygangadharan, @preetikumari858, @rachelmankowitz, @recollectionsatfall, @rhoolarney, @savithasblog, @seems123, @shyamabethlehem, @smalltownmusing, @smrithiheyasblog.in, @stilllovedstillmissed, @thinkingclearly2018, randomthoughtsbydreamer, saania28062 Comments

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Grow Fruits and Vegetables Organic

September 1, 2021 Kurian#organicfarming, #terracegarden, @aarunya1, @artofbeingfabulous, @aswathyalappadu, @cherrylsblog, @easyindianfood, @enteblog.com.blog, @irefusetogiveup, @itsmystyleofliving, @jinjuvijaya, @kadhavashesha, @melodyofwords, @muddlingthroughmymiddleage, @nainanair, @neelambari13, @nimmygangadharan, @preetikumari858, @rachelmankowitz, @recollectionsatfall, @rhoolarney, @savithasblog, @seems123, @shyamabethlehem, @smalltownmusing, @smrithiheyasblog.in, @stilllovedstillmissed, @thinkingclearly2018, randomthoughtsbydreamer, saania28066 Comments

THE GROW BAG REVOLUTION
Grow bags are ready virgin earth on terraces and balconies of houses.
Scary stories about the pesticides and poison that could be in the vegetables and fruits we buy, have influenced a keen interest in these bags, which can help us grow our own vegetables and fruits.
Apparently, this Onam, Malayalees produced more vegetables and fruits at home, than anytime before. The dependency on suspect produce was greatly reduced.
With the acquisition of 16 grow bags, I have just joined in the noble action of producing safe food.

Storage and Use of Cooked Food.

August 31, 2021 Kurian#foodstorage, #traditionalcooking, @aarunya1, @artofbeingfabulous, @aswathyalappadu, @cherrylsblog, @easyindianfood, @enteblog.com.blog, @irefusetogiveup, @itsmystyleofliving, @jinjuvijaya, @kadhavashesha, @melodyofwords, @muddlingthroughmymiddleage, @nainanair, @neelambari13, @nimmygangadharan, @preetikumari858, @rachelmankowitz, @recollectionsatfall, @rhoolarney, @savithasblog, @seems123, @shyamabethlehem, @smalltownmusing, @smrithiheyasblog.in, @stilllovedstillmissed, @thinkingclearly2018, randomthoughtsbydreamer, saania2806Leave a comment

Now we keep excess food in refrigerator and heat in microwave for use again. Olden days, both the storage and readiness were at the same place, the viraku (firewood) adupp. The Kerala fish curry with kodampuli (cambogia) is a case in point. Taste and maturity are enhanced on the second, third day etc

There Are 5,000 Followers Now. Truly A Landmark.

August 28, 2021 Kurian#instagram, @aarunya1, @artofbeingfabulous, @aswathyalappadu, @cherrylsblog, @easyindianfood, @enteblog.com.blog, @irefusetogiveup, @itsmystyleofliving, @jinjuvijaya, @kadhavashesha, @melodyofwords, @muddlingthroughmymiddleage, @nainanair, @neelambari13, @nimmygangadharan, @preetikumari858, @rachelmankowitz, @recollectionsatfall, @rhoolarney, @savithasblog, @seems123, @shyamabethlehem, @smalltownmusing, @smrithiheyasblog.in, @stilllovedstillmissed, @thinkingclearly2018, randomthoughtsbydreamer, saania2806Leave a comment

THE 5,000 MAGIC
I have just hit a landmark! There are 5,000 followers to my mostly healthy food and wellness focused instagram account.
It’s big, as per my personal standards and it has made me dream for that magical number of 10K.
More importantly, it’s highly satisfying, exciting and very participative. Imagine me talking part in cooking competitions and get invited for collaborations by Instagram celebrities.

Balcony Trees

August 27, 2021 Kurian#houseplants, #mangoes, #oranges, @aarunya1, @artofbeingfabulous, @aswathyalappadu, @cherrylsblog, @easyindianfood, @enteblog.com.blog, @irefusetogiveup, @itsmystyleofliving, @jinjuvijaya, @kadhavashesha, @melodyofwords, @muddlingthroughmymiddleage, @nainanair, @neelambari13, @nimmygangadharan, @preetikumari858, @rachelmankowitz, @recollectionsatfall, @rhoolarney, @savithasblog, @seems123, @shyamabethlehem, @smalltownmusing, @smrithiheyasblog.in, @stilllovedstillmissed, @thinkingclearly2018, randomthoughtsbydreamer, saania28066 Comments

Plants In The Balcony
I visited a plant nursery yesterday and bought some plants for the balcony. The person who helped me bringing them up from the car to the balcony mentioned that citrus is not an ideal home plant.
I am not claiming that I don’t believe in superstition, and traditions are to be respected. So I turned to google.
First, it’s not the lime he’s talking about, but I got mandarin orange and sweet orange plants.
Orange trees are Feng Shui friendly. Then there are locational guidelines.
Accordingly, the orange plants are on the South West of house. See I don’t pay heed to superstition 😉
I am most thrilled at the ‘all seasons, dwarf mango trees’. Imagine mangoes in your balcony; all season.
Total Bliss.

Bone Broth, Slow Cooked 24 Hours

August 15, 2021 Kurian#bonebroth, @aarunya1, @artofbeingfabulous, @aswathyalappadu, @cherrylsblog, @easyindianfood, @enteblog.com.blog, @irefusetogiveup, @itsmystyleofliving, @jinjuvijaya, @kadhavashesha, @melodyofwords, @muddlingthroughmymiddleage, @nainanair, @neelambari13, @nimmygangadharan, @preetikumari858, @rachelmankowitz, @recollectionsatfall, @rhoolarney, @savithasblog, @seems123, @shyamabethlehem, @smalltownmusing, @smrithiheyasblog.in, @stilllovedstillmissed, @thinkingclearly2018, randomthoughtsbydreamer, saania2806Leave a comment

Ever since I have adopted intermittent fasting, bone broth has been recommended by experts, albeit not the store bought.
Acquisition of slow cooker Crock.Pot makes it possible for the required 24 hours cooking for quality broth.
And, I have no holds barred, in adding healthy herbs to the mix. Here I have rosemary, thyme, basil, mixed herbs, lemongrass, cardamom, cloves, pepper, bay leaves as herbs.
And, carrots, celery, onions, ginger, garlic, cilantro as vegetables.
Most important ingredient, though is the apple cider vinegar.
The lamb vendor was kind enough to keep some good bones for me.
Here’s the result! Totally organic, thoroughly extracted bone broth. It would have taken 22 of these small mason jars and I have only 12, the rest going into Pyrex dishes

Cooking During Fasting Window!

August 12, 2021 Kurian#foodie, #intermittentfasting, @aarunya1, @artofbeingfabulous, @aswathyalappadu, @cherrylsblog, @easyindianfood, @enteblog.com.blog, @irefusetogiveup, @itsmystyleofliving, @jinjuvijaya, @kadhavashesha, @melodyofwords, @muddlingthroughmymiddleage, @nainanair, @neelambari13, @nimmygangadharan, @preetikumari858, @rachelmankowitz, @recollectionsatfall, @rhoolarney, @savithasblog, @seems123, @shyamabethlehem, @smalltownmusing, @smrithiheyasblog.in, @stilllovedstillmissed, @thinkingclearly2018, randomthoughtsbydreamer, saania2806Leave a comment

AN INTERMITTENT FASTER & A FOODIE.
It sounds like a paradox! But that’s exactly what I enjoy.
My fasting lifestyle is 20 hours of water only fast with just 4 hours for eating. And I have taken up cooking with a passionate Instagram account.
Call it willpower, penance or sacrifice, and perhaps it’s an attempt to make some enjoyable quality food to savour during the limited eating window.
It’s definitely highly satisfying.