Hurricane Sandy destroyed so many people’s homes, towns and communities and many are still facing difficulties.Although we didn’t suffer any damage to our property, there were power outages in our area for 4 -5 days.But for those who’ve lost their homes, their lives were torn apart in a span of a few hours.We’ve decided to help out the victims of Hurricane Sandy by offering them comforting meals to make them feel better and also providing you with relevant links to donate to the cause and make a difference in the lives of those affected by it.This event is hosted by our very own Liz of That Skinny Chick Can Bake!
If you want to make a donation,these are a few of the organisations that we recommend:
I’m making these comforting Cabbage Koftas (dumplings) in a tomato gravy.It can be made ahead and frozen or refrigerated to be heated before its served.I’ve also added some dried sweetened cranberries( instead of raisins to give it a Holiday feel) and cashews to the cabbage balls that give it a lovely sweet and nutty flavor.This dish is a very popular North Indian dish and its made in many different ways using lots of different vegetables (like spinach, zucchini) or meats.It goes very well with Naans, Rotis or even Rice.
The process begins by shredding the cabbage.In my case I just got the shredded cabbage from Trader Joe’s which made the process a lot easier.You then add the spices and gram flour (besan) which also acts as a binder.The trick is to fry these balls immediately after you’ve added salt and the spices otherwise cabbage tends to release a lot of water which then makes it difficult to fry.Once the balls are fried until golden, you can start the gravy.The gravy is a traditional North Indian curry base for making almost any curry using vegetables or meat.The balls are slowly simmered in the gravy,just before you serve the dish.A succulent rich Indian Cabbage Kofta that’s comforting in any situation.
Please check out all the wonderful ideas from the helping hands of my Sunday Supper friends. And consider a monetary donation if you have the resources…every dollar helps and many folks have lost nearly everything. Thank you!!!
- Orange Rolls from That Skinny Chick Can Bake!!!
- 12-Grain Buttermilk Pancake Mix from What Smells So Good
- Cranberry Bread from Home Cooking Memories
- Pork Chop Casserole from In the Kitchen with Audrey
- Basic Lasagna from Fast Food 2 Fresh Food
- Italian Sausage and White Bean Bake from Girlichef
- Spanish Chicken with Chorizo and Potatoes from Crispy Bits n Burnt Ends
- Turkey and Vegetable Pasta Bake from Gotta Get Baked
- Baked Salmon with Cucumber Salad from The Urban Mrs.
- Enchilada Pasta Casserole from Dinners Dishes and Desserts
- Spaghetti Pizza Bake from Small Wallet Big Appetite
- Gluten Free Spaghetti Squash with Pancetta from No One Likes Crumbley Cookies
- Cabbage Koftas from Soni’s Food
- Bowtie Marinara with Goat Cheese from Family Foodie
- New England Clam Chowder from The Meltaways
- Italian Wedding Soup from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Soul Warming Butternut Squash Soup from Cupcakes and Kale Chips
- Creamy Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese “Croutons” from Damn Delicious
- Corn Basil Handpies from Vintage Kitchen Notes
- Manhattan Clam Chowder from Noshing with the Nolands
- Comforting Broccoli Cheese Soup from Juanita’s Cocina
- San Antonio Chicken Tortilla Bake from The Weekend Gourmet
- Peruvian Steak and Potato Stir-fry from Hip Foodie Mom
- Simple Southern Red Potato Salad from Mama Mommy Mom
- Homemade Chicken Soup from Daddy Knows Less
- New Orleans Red Beans and Rice for Those in Need from The Catholic Foodie
- Sweet and Sassy Pineapple Stuffing from In the Kitchen with KP
- Pound Cake Loaf from Magnolia Days
- Fall Apple Pie from Cravings of a Lunatic
- Dairy-free Marble Cake {Marmorkuchen} from Galactopdx
- Mini Dark Chocolate Cakes with Mint Chocolate Chip Icing from The Realistic Nutritionist
- Orange Pound Cake from Basic n Delicious
- Spicy Gingerbread with a Mocha Glaze from Daily Dish Recipes
Please join on us on Twitter for #SundaySupper today, November 25, 2012, throughout the day. In the evening, we will meet at 7 PM EST for our weekly #SundaySupper live chat.
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Love that you put an Indian twist . . can’t wait to try this! 🙂
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Oh my goodness! I seriously LOVE this and can’t wait to try it! My nanny (who is no longer with us since I stay at home now) was Romanian so she often made cabbage rolls for us and I’ve been dying to make this!! I am really going to try this! 🙂 Thank you for sharing!
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Soni, thank goodness you didn’t experience anything worse than the 4-5 days of power outages! This sounds like such a hearty, flavour-filled dish! I’ve never had anything like it before – I definitely want to try it out.
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Wow, these sound so packed with flavor!
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Love cabbage, yet only seem to cook it with corned beef! This recipe sounds wonderful–I’m always looking for new Indian dishes to try, so this is right up my alley!
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Where were you while I was growing up? I would have been at your house every day!
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Lol Sarah!!You can visit me here in NJ 🙂
Never heard of this dish but it sounds amazing!
Audrey’s Mamma recently posted..Pork Chop Casserole #SundaySupper #HelpingHands
I love koftas, especially from cabbage they are more crispier than zucchini or ash gourd.
Balvinder recently posted..Creamy Edamame Dip
Wow this looks fantastic. All I need is some Gram Flour, which I have been meaning to get any way and I am ready to make this one. I can’t wait!
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This kofta dish sounds fantastic my friend 🙂
Cheers
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I have never heard of cabbage koftas before but I am dieing to try this dish. Sounds so lovely. I am so glad that you didn’t suffer from hurricane Sandy and that your family is safe.
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Never heard of this recipe before … Looks great!
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These sound great. A lovely idea for cabbage.
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The thought of cabbage dumplings is making my mouth water! What a wonderful, comforting dish!!!
So rich and comforting, Soni!
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Nice thought,Soni..Delicious koftas too!!Join my ongoing EP events-Asafoetida OR Fennel seeds @ Divya’s Culinary Journey
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How have I lived all these years and have never eaten a cabbage meatball? This looks really interesting and moreish. Great cause!
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Never had anything like this but I know I would adore it, amazing to have all that flavor!!
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Mmmm… so delicious! A wonderful dish, so spicy and comforting Soni!
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Just reading your description and the ingredients in your Koftas has my mouth absolutely watering! What a wonderful comforting dish.
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What a wonderful and comforting dish for such a good cause! I really feel for those who have lost home, property and family to this disaster and wish I could do more than donate, but donate I have and will.
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These sound so good. I love Indian food – but we unfortunately have as many options as we used to have in Chicago. This sounds like a great recipe.
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Hmm, never had cabbage koftas & these sound & look delish ! Love the addition of cranberries & cashews ! Will bookmark this one to make sometime:)
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Mmmmmm, I just love cabbage in anything! I can’t wait to try these!
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These look amazingly delicious, Soni! Definitely a dish made from the heart! Happy Sunday!
Karen Hartzell (@InTheKitchenKP) recently posted..Sweet and Sassy Pineapple Stuffing #SundaySupper #HelpingHands
oh my gosh – YUM! this sounds soooooo good! and comforting!
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Soni I love this dish and love that you inspire me to try Indian dishes! Thank you.
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Just the other day I was thinking of how I want to learn and cook more Indian cuisine. These dumplings in the curry sauce sound so good! I’m adding this to my to-cook list.
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I’ve never seen anything like this but I think it’s something my dad would love. He is a big fan of stuffed cabbage and this looks like the broth/graby is similar.
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