Cook with the Cardozes!
Chef Floyd Cardoz loved to feature robust spices and seasonal ingredients in his many, many recipes. And he wanted to help make at-home Indian cooking as satisfying and delicious as anything you’d get at one of his restaurant tables. So here, we share recipes from Barkha and Floyd, spanning books, restaurants, media publications, and home creations. They’re even easier to make at home if you’ve got our FC + B&B Collaboration Masalas on hand!
Want even more direction? Explore Floyd’s archive of cooking videos.
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Garam Masala Chocolate Truffles
These easy 3-ingredient Garam Masala Truffles are spicy, nutty and so decadent! The Garam Masala enhances the fruity notes of the luscious dark chocolate, perfect for treating your Valentine—or you!
Sabudana Kheer (Tapioca Pudding)
This straightforward Sabudana Kheer (tapioca pudding) recipe transforms into a milky pudding with a slightly chewy texture complemented by crunchy nuts and a sweet-spicy fragrance. Barkha Cardoz makes it almost every year for Diwali. A preview recipe from our cookbook, WITH LOVE & MASALAS, you can make it this year for the ones you love, too!
Sindhi Pakoras for Diwali
These crunchy twice-fried pakoras are a special treat during rainy seasons and when celebrating Diwali. Barkha Cardoz’s recipe gets a little heat from Kashmiri masala and tartness from ground pomegranate seeds, too. Get the recipe here or find it in our With Love & Masalas cookbook!
Goan Chicken Curry
This straightforward Sabudana Kheer (tapioca pudding) recipe transforms into a milky pudding with a slightly chewy texture complemented by crunchy nuts and a sweet-spicy fragrance. Barkha Cardoz makes it almost every year for Diwali. A preview recipe from our cookbook, WITH LOVE & MASALAS, you can make it this year for the ones you love, too!
Vindaloo Masala Marinade
This fiery Vindaloo marinade with our FC Vindaloo Masala & infused oil from Cardoz Blended Gourmet is sure to take your summer grilling to a whole new level.
Goan Keema with Peas
Goan Keema—spiced beef—is a quick and easy dish that's popular in Indian homes. We add peas to our mix and a hefty spoonful of our Goan Masala. Try this satisfying, easy Indian recipe for yourself!
Garam Masala Besan Ladoo
Besan is finely ground and roasted dal with a nutty, grainy, and earthy flavor. Enhanced with our Garam Masala, these easy, flavorful, and naturally gluten-free ladoos are perfect for a holiday celebration—or to simply enjoy with a nice cup of tea!
New York Strip Loin with Mustard, Coriander, and Rosemary Crust
Chef Floyd Cardoz’ recipe for braised chicken thighs with winter vegetables is Rachael Ray-approved as a weeknight staple.
Karanjis (or Gujiya) for Holi!
These sweet-and-savory pastries are a Holi holiday favorite of Barkha Cardoz. A flaky, crunchy crust yields to a moist filling of coconut and nuts—perfect for family celebrations!
Paneer Green Tikka
This easy vegetarian paneer green tikka recipe from Indian chef Barkha Cardoz features the fragrant curry-laced Green Tikka Masala spice blend from Burlap & Barrel. Craving a sultry and savory vegetarian Indian dish? Get ready to swoon.
Easy & Authentic Vegetable Vindaloo
This easy vegetarian vindaloo recipe from Indian chef Barkha Cardoz features the spicy, smoky, and savory Vindaloo Masala spice blend from Burlap & Barrel. Craving comfort? It’s here to warm your soul any month of the year.
Chickpea and Apple Chaat
This chaat masala recipe from Barkha is super quick, delicious, and refreshing! It includes tips for how to use chaat masala all over your kitchen, and where to buy the best chaat masala powder to bring into your home!
Mango Lassi Smoothie
During hot summers, the Cardoz household always has a pitcher of this rosewater-laced mango lassi smoothie sitting in the fridge to cool and sweeten the day. The recipe from Floyd & Barkha will cool and sweeten yours, too!
Heirloom Tomato Salad
Floyd grew a bounty of tomatoes in his home and restaurant gardens. This juicy summer heirloom tomato salad recipe is full of Floyd’s signature flavor and warmth—plus includes purchasing and storing tips, too.
Grilled Asparagus with Lemon Zest and Mustard
The char of the grill, a kiss of lemon, and the tang of mustard make this easy grilled asparagus recipe super flavorful. While Floyd grew asparagus in his gardens, he offers tips for purchasing and storing, too!
Goan Pork Stew for Floyd
This warm and filling stew was one of Floyd’s winter favorites for a good reason—Barkha puts so much love and spice into every batch.
Barkha’s Everyday 3-Lentil Dal
This easy dal recipe by Barkha Cardoz is a family favorite on meat-free Fridays during lent. It’s especially tasty served over crusty bread!
Celery Root and Apple Slaw
Try this sweet-and-sour dressing spiced with Garam Masala on crisp celery root and apples. Then have fun playing with other vegetable slaws!
Garam Masala Spiced Tomato and Egg Casserole
Garam masala makes packs this tomato sauce with flavor, so that runny yolks and bread disperse and take it all in. A beautiful Sunday bunch dish!
Tamarind Margarita
This Tamarind Margarita was the most popular drink order and considered the best cocktail at Tabla, North End Grill, and the Bombay Bread Bar! Make it for your next party, now!