Relish stick food
From cakesicles, a banana Split, beet salad and more These skewered dishes are worth a try
Stick food has always been a hassle-free way of enjoying grilled meats on the move. And while they will always enjoy prime place on the plate, you can now enjoy vertical skewered like creations like mini pancakes or cakesicles, banana split, etc giving vertical elevation a nudge to the top. Here’s what you can feast on the next time you are looking to enjoy food on a stick.
Mutton Gilafi Kebab
The Mutton Gilafi Kebab is minced mutton mixed with spices, placed on skewers and cooked to perfection in a tandoor. It is served on an inverted hanging skewer with naan, onions and green chutney. At: BKC Dive
Dark Chocolate Candy
This candy is a gult-free treat made with popcorn, oats, dark chocolate and rock candy. At: Botanica Cafe and Diner, Charni Road
Unicorn Cakesicle
It’s unicorn inspiration all the way with this treat. Essentially a cake mixed with Nutella and chocolate ganache and coated with plain chocolate then decorated for the cute and quirky look. At: Plate & Pint, Kemps Corner
B**f Pica Pau
While the tenderloin patties have always been the one to look out for cushioned between two burger breads. Here, you can enjoy a juicy one on skewers with bone marrow served with herb vinegrette. At: O Pedro, Lower Parel
Banana Split Bite
This is a droolworthy dessert that’s generally a fan favourite served in a bowl, shared by one and all. However, here you can enjoy it all by yourself on a stick, drizzled with chocolate sauce and honey, garnished with mint sprig and tempered chocolate. At: Radisson, Noida Sector 55, Delhi
Chicken Chooza
You can enjoy chicken lollypops in an uncovential way. Marinated with chilly paste, deep-fried and then tempered with curry leaves and mustard, finished with yoghurt. At: Social outlets in the city
Buta yakitori
A traditional pork belly yakitori is paired with a tartare of apple and betel leaf to add crunch and to create a burst of flavour in your mouth. At: Pa Pa Ya outlets in the city
Chicken Drumstick Skewer
This chicken drumsticks is pre-marinated, cooked in clay oven with cheese served along with exotic vegetables, pilaf rice served with jerk sauce. AT: British Brewing Company outlets in the city
Grilled Southern Spiced Prawns
The prawns are marinated with the blend of spices and then grilled to perfection, giving it a charred effect and a smoky taste. At: Glocal Junction, Andheri & Worli Outlets
Chicken croquettes
These dish is an inspired take on a traditional Italian antipasti Crocchette and the East Indian snack potato chop. At: The Bandra Project, Bandra (W)
Mini Banana Pancake Skewers
These bite-sized treats are a great option for those looking to stack it up but not over indulge. At: Kaama, Ansal Plaza
DIY
Beet Salad on a Stick
Ingredients
Vinaigrette
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Salad
- 2 beetroots
- 2 cups arugula
- 1 log (4 ounces) goat cheese
- 1/2 cup California walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup honey balsamic vinaigrette
Preparation
Vinaigrette In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt and pepper. Set aside.
Salad
Preheat oven to 400°F. Slice the tops off the beetroot close to the root and give them a good scrub. Loosely wrap the beets in foil and roast them in a preheated oven for 50-60 minutes. Let them cool, then use a paper towel to rub the peel off. Slice them into rounds, then quarter slice the rounds. Ready your ingredients and skewer the ingredients like an assembly line. Start with two quarters of a beetrot, a bunch of arugula, then a slice of goat cheese. Top the salad sticks with chopped walnuts and a drizzle of honey balsamic vinaigrette. Recipe courtesy: Chef Sabyasachi Gorai