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About Famidha Ashraf
I'm Famidha, a chai lover, Indian in UAE, Hooman of two cats, a Malabari who loves Tamil food and the cook cum writer behind But First Chai. He is Mr F, my husband who gets to taste whatever I cook. We eat off the couch while streaming our favourite shows with the furry boys.
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Kerala-style spicy masala egg puffs
One reader commented: "So flavorful! So tasty! And yes, excellent with chai or coffee for a substantial savoury snack. I'll be saving this in my regular recipes. ★★★★★"
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