Here is an email I received from Dana a few days ago: Well Dana, what can I say. You spoke to my heart! Whenever I plan a meal for my closest friends or family, I always go for recipes that are simple, wholesome and delicious. Comfort food is definitely a crowd-pleaser, and not to mention pretty easy on the cook too, in most cases. 6 is a nice intimate number for a dinner party, and here is what I suggest: I have been following your blog for quite some while now and absolutely love it. You delight my foodie heart! š I am hosting a family party this weekend (there are around 6-7 of us) and I canāt think of a suitable menu. Iām keen on doing an Indian themed dinner, since weāre all into Indian food big time! I would prefer it to be healthy (with possibly, one āunhealthyā item) and without any naans/parathas/ rotis. I donāt want to sweat it out in the kitchen in this hot weather. If you any suggestions, they are very much welcome. Please help!! Thanks so Ā much! ā Dana Hope this helps you Dana. Iād love to hear details on your party planning process. Happy cooking! For the main course, lay out a buffet to served family-style. My go-to combination always consists of one main curry like, Coconut-Lime Chicken Curry (recipe follows), or Lamb & Potato Curry, or Hot & Sour Fish Curry. Again, all these dishes are a breeze to cook and taste even better a day later. So they are all perfect candidates for cooking a day in advance! You can then pick any dried vegetarian dish like, Paneer Tak-a-Tak, Baingan Patiala, Masala Mushrooms, or Alu Palak; a lentil/bean dish like, Chana Dal Masala or Chana Masala; and top that off with a side of rice like, Mushroom & Peas Pulao. Dessert can always be plain good āol ice cream, or something fancier like, Gajar Halwa.
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Directions:
Toast dried red chilies, cumin seeds and coriander seeds till fragrant. Grind in a food processor to fine powder and set aside. Heat oil in a deep pan and saute cinnamon, star anise and cardamom till fragrant. Add in onions and fry for a few minutes till tender and pink. Add in garlic, ground spices and turmeric, potatoes and fry for a few seconds before adding in coconut milk. Allow it to come to a boil, and then add the chicken pieces. Season with salt and pepper, and cook covered for 10-15 minutes till chicken is done and potatoes are cooked through, adding water if necessary. Squeeze over lime juice and serve warm.
