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Chef Sehrish Rajani

H&S Chef Of The Month: Meet Chef Sehrish Rajani

H&S Chef Of The Month

Sehrish Rajani
Chef Sehrish Rajani

Nationality: Kenyan

Interview With H&S Magazine

Who Is Sehrish Rajani?

I am currently working as a Sous Chef at Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Nairobi, In charge of ‘The View’ revolving restaurant. I love creating dishes with fresh ingredients and balancing the flavours with textures.

 

Type Of Cuisine?

It’ll have to be Mediterranean & Asian – both the cuisines are really varied and lots of great ingredients from fresh produce to dry spices.

 

What Inspired You To Become A Chef?

Eating great food at home, made by my mum. I’ve always been attentive to textures and aromas of food.

 

What Is The Biggest Challenge You Have Faced In The Culinary Industry?

Having a work-life balance seems impossible at times, and finding like-minded individuals who share the same passion & vision for food is rarer than you’d imagine.

 

What’s Your Biggest Achievement In The Culinary Industry?

Taking charge of ‘The View’ restaurant at Mövenpick.

 

When It comes To Cooking, What Is More Important To You, The Technique, The Ingredients Or The Creativity?

All great dishes are a good balance of all 3, but of course, with creativity and technical knowledge you can make the best of your ingredients.

 

Recipe Of The Week: Pancakes

Sehrish RajaniIngredients

• 1½ cups flour (all-purpose or cake)
• 3 eggs
• ⅕ cup sugar
• 1½ cup milk (save ½ to adjust consistency)
• 1 tsp vanilla
• ½ cup oil
• 1½ tsp baking powder
• ¼ salt

 

Preparation

In a mixing bowl, add the wet ingredients along with sugar & mix until all the sugar dissolves, then sift in the dry ingredients and mix lightly. On low-medium heat, in a non-stick pan brush with some oil, then using a ladle, scoop in the batter and spread it slightly, let it cook till bubbles appear and set, turn over and cook on the other side till done.

 

Plating

Stack the pancakes on a plate, and drizzle your favourite syrup on top or enjoy with a dollop of whipped cream & fruits.