Bharlela Paplet (Stuffed Pomfret)

 Mumtaz Kazi 

FRAGRANT, spice-flecked biryani and melt-in-the-mouth kebabs — this is the general perception of what Muslim cuisine in India is all about. However, there’s more to it than just these dishes. To explore one such ‘forgotten’ cuisine, we must look towards the lush Konkan coast, home to the Konkani Muslims, whose food is a seamless blend of historic and local influences. Home cook Mumtaz Kazi (née Pawaskar) and her cousin Sameera Gawandi, both Konkani Muslims who hail from the fishing village of Harnai in Ratnagiri, will be showcasing this unique fare at an Authenticook pop-up next weekend.

Coconut Chutney with Chawrachi Roti