Born to Be Spicy

10/23/2025

Baked Eggplant with Coconut-Date Curry

Tried this after spotting a whole baked eggplant curry online — and, of course, I had to make it my own! 😋 A silky coconut and date curry, rich with spices, hugging that perfectly roasted eggplant. Made both spicy and non-spicy versions so even my little one could join in. 🌶️👶

Comforting, creamy, and full of flavor — definitely one to make again!

10/08/2025

Yoghurt bowl — but make it Sri Lankan 🇱🇰

No honey. No maple syrup.
Just kithul pani( Kithul Treacle)— our liquid gold

Sweet, earthy, and straight from home.
It’s more than a flavour —
It’s a feeling.
A warm memory in a bowl.

Sometimes, that’s all we need. A taste that will take us home🥰

10/03/2025

Pineapple Cucumber Chili Salad!

This salad is a colorful combination of pineapple, crunchy cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and zesty onions!

I was torn between calling this a salsa or a salad — it works great as both! In the end, I went with salad because it’s delicious on its own, not just as a topping.

Anyways…full written recipe here 👇

Looking for a quick, healthy, and flavor-packed salad? This Pineapple Cucumber Chili Salad is a vibrant mix of juicy pineapple, crisp cucumber, ripe tomatoes, sharp onions — and a kick of chili — the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy! This Pineapple Cucumber Chili Salad goes beautifully...

10/02/2025

She finally made it to the states 😭🙌🏽

Been craving kiri pani like no other, and nothing compares to that rich, golden kithul pani drizzle. Took its sweet time getting to me, but absolutely worth the wait.

Shoutout to MD for coming through — this was the only brand I could find in the U.S.! If you know any other places or brands that carry it here, drop them in the comments! 👀

🫶🏽 Kithul pani content dropping soon — stay tuned 🍯✨

09/16/2025

“Tonight’s colorful toddler plate featured beetroot curry, curried beans, lentil curry, and even a little fish curry! 🍛🌈

Yes, toddlers can enjoy a wholesome rice and curry meal—without the heat!

Just check out my curry recipes on my blog (link in bio) and:
✔️ Skip the chili powder or anything that adds heat
✔️ Go easy on the salt

That’s all it takes to make a toddler-friendly version that’s nutritious, flavorful, and totally toddler-approved. 💛

Would you like me to share more toddler-friendly meal ideas like this?

👇 Save for inspo & tag a fellow parent!

09/03/2025

A Lazy Man's Chicken Biriyani | Bachelor Biriyani

Let’s be honest — we all love a good chicken biryani, but not everyone has the time (or energy) to go through all the marinating, layering, and long ingredient lists. That’s why I made this lazy one-pot biryani — a shortcut version that still delivers on flavor, without all the work.
It’s perfect for tired students, broke bachelors, lazy weekends, or honestly… anyone who just wants chicken biryani without the stress.

So let’s get this chicken biriyani cooking!

📖 Full recipe link here -
https://www.borntobespicy.com/post/quick-and-easy-chicken-biryani-for-busy-weeknights-a-lazy-man-s-biriyani

09/03/2025

Craving biriyani but short on time (and energy)?
This One-Pot Lazy Biriyani is your new go-to! 🍛✨
No fancy steps. No endless ingredients. Just:

✅ Chicken
✅ Shan Mutton Biriyani Mix
✅ Plain Yogurt
✅ Rice
✅ One Pot

That’s it. No layering. No marinating. Just bold flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for students, busy folks, or anyone who’s not about that “proper” biriyani life today.

📌 Not authentic—but 100% delicious.

📖 Grab the full recipe here - https://www.borntobespicy.com/post/quick-and-easy-chicken-biryani-for-busy-weeknights-a-lazy-man-s-biriyani

08/20/2025

SRI LANKAN KALE MALLUNG

A healthy and vibrant side dish that perfectly complements a classic rice and curry meal! Traditionally made with gotu kola—a nutritious leafy green commonly found in Sri Lanka—this dish takes on a new twist when made abroad using kale as a substitute. And honestly, it works beautifully!

Mallung (or mallum) is a beloved Sri Lankan staple—shredded greens lightly sautéed with grated coconut, spices, and a touch of chili. It’s simple, wholesome, and packed with flavor. A regular feature on our plates back home, and one I love bringing to the table wherever I am.

Link to Written recipe 👇
https://www.borntobespicy.com/post/sri-lankan-kale-mallung

07/15/2025

Curried Bean Stir-Fry

This dish was never meant to happen — but I’m so glad it did. What started as a simple bean stir-fry quickly took a surprising turn when I accidentally added coconut milk. I caught myself halfway through, but instead of scrapping it, I decided to lean into the mishap. The result? A beautifully balanced dish — not quite a curry, not quite a stir-fry — but something uniquely delicious.

This Curried Bean Stir-Fry is creamy, flavorful, and perfectly textured: not too dry, not too saucy. It’s the kind of dish that lands right in the middle — a true fusion of two styles.

Whether you’re a fan of quick stir-fries or rich curries, this hybrid recipe might just surprise you the way it surprised me. Give it a try — and feel free to rename it once you’ve tasted it!

So what are you waiting for? Lets get cooking!

Llink to my written recipe
https://www.borntobespicy.com/post/curried-bean-stir-fry