Tag: Brunch Recipes

  • Simple & Refreshing Apple Orange Salad Recipe (Healthy & Easy!)

    Simple & Refreshing Apple Orange Salad Recipe (Healthy & Easy!)

    A light, refreshing Apple and Orange Salad recipe loaded with apples, oranges, raisins and walnuts with a flavorful dressing – perfect as an appetizer or entree!The flavors of the apples, oranges, walnuts and raisins are so clean and fresh. It never fails to please.

    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe
    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe

    This year, I decided to try more salad recipes to stick to healthy diet. This was the first one on the list and it turned out excellent. Although I had it for lunch, I don’t know if I would recommend this for a main course, but definitely a great dinner salad.

    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe

    Ingredients in Apple and Orange Salad Recipe?

    With only few ingredients, it’s quick and easy to make. The only tricky part is cutting the oranges.

    1. Fruit: Apples & Oranges
    2. Dry Fruit: Raisins & Walnuts
    3. For Garnishing: Mint Leaves
    4. For dressing: Vinegar, Olive Oil, Orange or mosambi juice salt and pepper

    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe
    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe

    How to Make this Apple and Orange Salad:

    This apple and orange salad is super easy to make. To make this salad, simply:

    1. Prepare the salad dressing: To make the salad dressing recipe, just whisk all of the ingredients together in a bowl (or shake them up in a mason jar) until combined.
    2. Fruit Cutting: Next you need to peel an orange and cut it in small pieces. Then Core the apples and cut them in small pieces as well, equal to the orange pieces.
    3. Toss all of your salad ingredients together: Add the oranges and apples to the bowl with raisins and add about 2/3 of a cup of roughly chopped walnuts to the salad. Drizzle evenly with the dressing, then toss lightly until combined and voila!!
    4. And…serve!  Sprinkle fresh mint leaves and enjoy!  🙂
    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe

    Other variations to this Apple and Orange Salad recipe

    1. You can add Pecan or roasted almonds in place of Walnuts.
    2. You can use ground Cinnamon to spice up your Salad.
    3. You can also add some honey to sweeten your Salad as per your taste.
    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe
    Apple and Orange Salad Recipe

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    Apple Orange Salad Recipe (Healthy & Easy!)

    A light, refreshing Apple and Orange Salad loaded with apples, oranges, raisins and walnuts with a flavorful dressing – perfect as an appetizer or entree!

    For Salad Dressing:

    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tbsp vinegar
    • 4 tbsp orange juice (freshly squeezed)
    • 1/4 tsp salt
    • 1/4 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)

    For Salad:

    • 2 oranges (peeled, seeded, sectioned and chopped)
    • 3 red apples (cored and cut into small pieces)
    • 1/2 cup raisins
    • 1/2 cup walnuts (roughly chopped)
    • few mint leaves (chopped (optional))
    1. In a large bowl, whisk the olive oil, vinegar, orange juice, salt and black pepper.
    2. Set it aside.
    3. Peel the orange and cut it into small pieces.
    4. Core the apples and cut them in small pieces.
    5. Add the oranges, apples, walnuts to the bowl with raisins.
    6. Toss everything together very well.
    7. Adjust the seasoning.
    8. If desired, garnish with fresh mint leaves.
    9. Delicious Apple and Orange Salad is ready to serve.
    10. Enjoy!
    30 minutes meals, apple, clean eating, fruit, fruit salad, healthy, Lunch, orange, Ramadan, salad, walnuts

    Want more Salad Inspiration? 

    If you’re looking for more side salad inspiration, here are a few more of my faves:

    Hope that you all enjoy this one as much as we have!  Enjoy:)

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    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe
    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe

    What are your favorite salads? Leave me a comment below to inspire my next salad recipe!

  • Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe

    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe

    Very Veggie Box patties, the name itself rings in your ear, doesn’t it?
    You must be wondering is it a box or a patty 😉

    The unique and interesting name is because of the way the these patties are folded and made, like wrapping a box. A savory veggie filling is put inside samosa wrappers and then deep fried.

    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe

    So what exactly are Very Veggie Box Patties? 

    If you are not familiar with box Patties, they are a deep-fried Pakistani pastry snack usually filled with something savory. They are called box patties because their shape resembles a square box which is made by overlapping two samosa wrapper sheets. They are loved all throughout the year but they become almost a staple in every household during Ramadan on the Iftar tables.

    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe ~ Ramadan snack doesn’t get better than this!

    Ingredients in This Very Veggie Box Patties?

    Not only are these simple to make (they require nothing more than few veggies, seasoning and samosa sheets), but the stuffing possibilities are endless!

    1. Veggies: I used carrots, green peas, sweet corn, capsicum, boiled potatoes, cabbage.
    2. Olives: Green and Black Olives
    3. Seasoning: Black pepper, red Pepper flakes, salt
    4. Sauce: red chili Sauce and soy sauce
    That’s all you need to make this Very Veggie Box Patties ! Surprisingly simple ?

    How to Make this Veggie Box Patties:

    This Very Veggie Box Patties recipe is so easy to make and simple that definitely it’s worth trying.

    1. Prepare the Filling: I start off with sautéing veggies to which I add boiled green peas, potatoes, carrot, capsicum, cabbage and sweet corn and olives. Then season it with salt, black pepper, red chili flakes, soy sauce and for an extra kick red chili sauce . 

    2. Prepare the Box Patties: Then put two samosa sheets in a cross pattern, one over the other so they make a + (plus) sign. Then put some veggie filling in the middle. Fold each of the edges one by one over each creating a parcel.
    3. Frying: Then deep fry on medium flame till crispy and golden. You can fry these in advance and keep them in the oven on warm mode and serve when required.

    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe

    Can I play around with the filling?

    Yes, you can! In this recipe, I have used vegetables carrot, cabbage, capsicum, corn and olives. Some options that I suggest are:

    • For a meaty version use chicken or beef instead of veggies or use shredded cottage cheese (paneer) instead of meat for a vegetarian option. Just make sure that the protein in the filling is cooked through. As the box patties are only fried for a few minutes, I wouldn’t suggest to put raw meat.
    • Skip the vegetables, or add more vegetables. Such as French beans carrots, black olives, green chilies, mushrooms or broccoli. 
    • If you are using large vegetables like broccoli or carrots, make sure they are finely chopped. Pulsing them in the processor for a few seconds will work.
    • Add some taco seasoning for a Mexican twist or experiment with other spice blends. 😛
    • To give a different taste to the patties box, you can also add pizza seasoning or Oregano and Chili Flakes to the vegetable stuffing.
    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe
    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe

    Other variations to this Very Veggie Box Patties?

    • Healthy Alternative: These square shaped patties are filled with a flavorful veggie filling. The chewiness of the veggie stuffing and the crunchiness of the covering, is a delicious combination. There are two options, baking or frying. If you do not like oil, you can bake it in pre-heated oven for 15 minutes or until crispy and golden brown. Deep frying obviously gives best results but they can also be baked or air-fried.
    • Wrappers: If you do not get samosa sheets , then cut the spring roll sheets into strips. The trimmings you can fry and keep them to garnish your soups or salads.
    • Extra Crispness: For extra crispiness, roll them with Bread Crumbs before frying.
    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe
    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe

    Can I freeze them? 

    Definitely!

    1. Grease a tray (can be plastic or a baking tray) and lay out the box patties one by one on it, making sure there is space between each one of them.
    2. Keep them in the freezer for an hour or so till they are partially frozen. Once they are frozen, carefully remove them from the tray and place them in a plastic box or  zip lock bags.
    3. To make the box patties, just take them out of the freezer, thawed and deep fry on medium heat until crispy and golden brown. 
    4. This recipe actually makes a large batch that can be easily frozen and is just the thing to have on hand for impromptu guests or if you are in the mood for a light snack to enjoy with your evening tea.

    Bismillah let’s get started.
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    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe

    These square shaped patties are filled with a flavorful veggie filling. The chewiness of the veggie stuffing and the crunchiness of the covering, is a delicious combination.

    For Veggie Filling:

    • 1-1/2 cups cabbage (shredded)
    • 1 cup carrot (chopped)
    • 1 cup green capsicum (chopped)
    • 1 cup boiled potatoes (chopped)
    • 1 cup boiled green peas
    • 1 /2 cup sweet corn
    • 2-3 green and black olives (sliced)
    • 2 tbsp oil
    • 1/2 tsp crushed red chili
    • 1/2 tsp red pepper powder
    • 1/2 tsp black pepper
    • salt to taste

    For Box Patties:

    • 24 samosa sheets
    • oil for deep frying
    • egg wash (for sheet binding)

    To Prepare the Filling:

    1. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a wok or deep pan over medium heat.
    2. Saute carrots, green peas, sweet corn for a minute then add capsicum along with boiled potatoes and cabbage.
    3. Stir fry 1-2 minutes (don’t over cooked the veggies).
    4. Season with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes.
    5. Stir in the soy sauce and red chili sauce.
    6. Taste at this time and adjust the seasoning if required.
    7. Take it out the mixture in a bowl and let it cool.

    To Prepare the Box Patties:

    1. Thaw the samosa pastry according to package instructions.
    2. In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg and set aside.
    3. Take two strips of samosa sheets and put them in a cross pattern, one over the other so they make a + (plus) sign. (Watch the short video for a step by step tutorial on how to fold the box patties).
    4. Spread some egg where the + sign is being joined.
    5. Place the 2 tbsp veggie filling in the middle and spread the egg wash on the edges. Fold each of the edges one by one over each creating a parcel. Make sure the parcel is completely closed.
    6. At this point, you can freeze the box patties and keep them in the freezer for up to one month if you want.
    7. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
    8. Deep fry them in hot oil on medium flame till nice and golden Or you can even bake or air fry them.
    9. Remove box patties from the oil and drain on an absorbent paper.
    10. Delicious Very Veggie Box Patties are ready to serve.

    Serve them hot with Tomato Ketchup or Mint Chutney and Enjoy!

    Want more Tea Time Snack Inspiration? 

    Here are some other Snack recipes on my blog:

    Hope that you all enjoy this one as much as we have!  Cheers!

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    What are your favorite Tea Time Snacks? Leave me a comment below to inspire my next snack recipe!

  • Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe

    Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe

    Imagine if you will that a lamb meat patty married a corn fritter and they had babies = Lamb corn Fritters. I’m not sure why I hadn’t thought of this sooner. They are healthier than regular lamb fritters; being half meat and half veggie and they are super juicy and flavorful.

    Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe

    Here’s a healthy recipe for Lamb Corn Fritters – without deep frying! Because nobody likes soggy fritters. And nobody wants to deal with a vat of oil tonight! Dinner really doesn’t get any easier than this! These Lamb Corn Fritters are so easy, you can practically whip up these juicy fritters in no time!

    These fritters are ideal to make with fresh corn cut off the cob, but can be made with canned or frozen corn. Serve for breakfast, lunch, dinner!

    Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe
    Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe

    What you need to make really great, Lamb Corn Fritters

    Here’s what you need to make these Lamb Corn fritters:

    Ground Lamb: I like to grind my lamb at a ratio of about 80% lean. I feel this brings out the most flavor. The best places to buy fresh ground lamb is your local butcher shop. If you want to use lamb, ask your butcher to grind it for you or, to make your own ground lamb, start with a lean cut. You can also use lean ground beef or turkey instead.
    Corn: as noted above, fresh is better for both flavor and crispiness. But canned and frozen work too, you just need to make an effort to dry it out as much as you can.
    Egg: egg to bind the meat and corns. It will help to get mince to stick together better.
    Ricotta Cheese: – for a good hit of savory flavor AND to make the fritters extra juicy and flavorful!
    Green Masala: Green onion, green chilies and coriander – for a hit of freshness.
    Seasoning: salt, black pepper and red pepper flakes (my fav)
    Olive oil: to sauté

    Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe

    How to make Lamb Corn Fritters

    And here’s how to make them.

    1. Mixing: Place lamb mince and corn in a bowl. Then add 1 lb fresh ground lamb. 1 egg, finely sliced green chilies, green onions, fresh coriander, salt, black pepper, red pepper and 1 cup ricotta cheese. Mix until well combined. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
    2. Cooking: Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 2 Tbsp. extra light olive oil. Place a heaping tablespoon of the mixture into your hand and form a oval or round shaped patty about 1/3-inch thick. Cook over medium heat uncovered for 5-7 minutes, then flip, cover and cook for another 5 minutes more or until meat cooked through. Add more oil to the pan as needed for subsequent batches.
    3. The fritters take a good 12-15 minutes to cook so they’re golden on the outside and for the raw meat to cook through (remember, these are fritters so they are not very thick).
    4. Pro Tip: You can use an ice cream scooper with a lever to scoop the batter into the pan. Then flatten using a greased spatula! But don’t crowd the skillet, adding more oil to pan if required.
    Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe

    How to serve corn fritters

    Corn fritters is one of those rare foods that truly spans the breakfast-lunch-dinner spectrum! Here’s how to serve it.

    Though having suggested those various ways to serve it, the reality is that you will want to snatch them fresh off the stove, before you’ve even had a chance to plate them up properly. And that’s totally ok too! – Bushra

    Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe

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    Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe

    Imagine if you will that a lamb meat patty married a corn fritter and they had babies = Lamb corn Fritters. They are healthier than regular fritters; being half meat and half veggie and they are super juicy and flavorful.

    • 1 pound lean ground lamb
    • 1 cup fresh corn (boiled)
    • 1/4 cup green onions (finely sliced)
    • 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves (chopped)
    • 2 green chilies (finely chopped)
    • 1 large egg
    • 1 cup ricotta cheese
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
    • 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
    • Olive oil to sauté

    For Serving:

    • Sour cream (ketchup (don’t judge until you’ve tried it!))
    1. Place ground lamb in a mixing bowl.
    2. Add fresh corn, green onion, fresh coriander, green chilies, egg and ricotta cheese.
    3. Season with salt, red pepper flakes and black pepper, mixing to a smooth batter. Set aside 15 minutes.
    4. Heat a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tbsp extra light olive oil.
    5. Place a heaping tablespoon of the mixture into your hand and form a round or oval patty about 1/3-inch thick.

    6. Cook over medium heat uncovered for 5-7 minutes, then flip, cover and cook for another 5 minutes more or until cooked through.
    7. Repeat with 2 or 3 more, but don’t crowd the skillet, adding more oil to pan if required.
    8. Take it out in a serving platter.
    9. Delicious Lamb Corn Fritters are ready to serve.

    Serve with salad leaves, tomato relish and sauce of choice for dunking!

    Want more Fritters recipes? 

    If you’re looking for more fritters inspiration, here are a few more of my faves:

    Hope that you all enjoy this one as much as we have!  Cheers!

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  • Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    Do something different on burger night…take it to another level ! If you’ve made roast lamb but don’t know what to do with the leftovers, then make this best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe. This burger is next-level!

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe
    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    Who said that roasted lamb is just a one-hit wonder, right? You can pretty much reuse the leftovers from a roasted lamb dinner for a couple or more days in the week. There are plenty of fantastic ways to revamp leftover roast and give them delicious, new life! The simplest way to revamp leftover roast is to make tasty Roasted Lamb Burgers!

    In essence, some of the leftover roasted lamb might get a bit dry if you don’t use the leftovers immediately. So shoving those pieces of meat into a burger with a rich sauce is the perfect solution. With this roasted lamb burger recipe, you’ll feel like you’re having a cosy Sunday meal any day of the week you want.

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe
    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    There’s nothing more satisfying than making a delicious roasted lamb burger. You know the kind….fluffy bun topped with a juicy meat that’s piled high in flavorful toppings?

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe
    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    Ingredients in Roasted Lamb Burgers?

    Take your burger night to the next level with homemade lamb burgers! Not only are these simple to make (they require nothing more than leftover roasted lamb, burger buns, sauce and salad leaves), but the topping possibilities are endless, ensuring a little something for every member of your family!

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe
    That’s all you need to make this Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers ! Surprisingly simple ?

    This Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe is the EASIEST way to transform your leftover roast into a hearty, scrumptious breakfast/brunch sandwich recipe the next day. Experiment with different sauces or fillings and put your own twist on these burgers. Just make sure that you guard it well if you happen to take it to work. It’s a total standout burger and other colleagues will be eyeing it. Yes, it’s that good!

    How do you make Roasted Lamb Burgers?

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe
    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    Dry meat isn’t going to make this roasted lamb burger particularly appetizing. Sure, gravy can fix it to an extent, but not really. Your tender, juicy, succulent meat roast from the previous day quickly turns dry and insipid the next day as you reheat it, and that’s enough to ruin a great burger. So here’s the secret to keeping that lamb roast juicy the following day as well – steam the leftover roast in the oven so that the meat stays tender and juicy without drying up!!

    Gently reheating the lamb roast wrapped in foil or parchment paper is a simple way to ensure that your leftover lamb roast tastes just as good as it did the previous day. These Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers are juicy, flavorful and super easy to make. Unexpected, yet super homey and familiar!  You’ll love every bite! Be sure to grab my tips below.

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe
    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    What To Serve With Roasted Lamb Burgers?

    These roasted lamb burgers don’t require a whole lot else to serve along, but if you’re stuck for what to serve alongside your roasted and pulled masterpiece? Don’t worry… here’s some delicious recipes for a little divine inspiration:

    • Crunchy Pickled Kachumber Salad– a sumptuous side dish that’s incredibly easy to whip up, pickled salad take minutes to make and taste amazing
    • Smiley Face Fries – serve these wonderful smiley face fries alongside your roasted classic burger. It’s a very easy side to prepare and tastes fantastic.
    • Creamed peas – these are no ordinary peas. If you want your peas to pack a punch, make these creamy peas. Add them to the side of any roast recipe and you won’t go wrong.
    • Herb Roasted Potatoes with Sour Cream – serve up a batch of sweet potato fries on the side to mop up the gravy and sweet spicy liquid
    • Roasted Lemon Potatoes – another easy sweet potato side that would make a perfect pairing with this roast recipe

    Other Extra Additions for this Burger

    • Egg (fried, poached, scrambled, omelet – whatever you like!)
    • Cheese (I didn’t want cheese in mine, but a slice of cheddar would be delicious too)
    • Ice burg leaves
    • carnalized onions
    • jalapeno

    But the bottom line is that you just can’t go wrong with this leftover roasted lamb burger! Steam the meat so that it retains that tender, juicy texture, and then go ahead and add whatever you want to add!

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe
    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    So, are you ready for the tastiest, most tender melt in your mouth Lamb Burger you’ve ever had? These Roasted Lamb Burgers are, quite simply, sensational.

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe
    And that’s it! This Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe is just awesome!

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    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    Do something different on burger night…take it to another level ! If you've made roast lamb but don't know what to do with the leftovers, then make this best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe. This burger is next-level!

    • 2 burger buns
    • 350 gm lamb roast (cooked for recipe click here)
    • 1 onion (cut into rings)
    • 1 cucumber (cut thin slices)
    • 1 to mato (cut into thin slices)
    • 1/2 red pepper (cut into thin slices)
    • 1/2 green pepper (cut into thin slices)
    • salad leaves

    For Sauce:

    • 1 tbsp ketchup
    • 2 tbsp chili garlic sauce
    • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
    • 1 tbsp chopped red bell pepper
    1. Preheat the leftover lamb roast and roughly shred the meat with a fork.
    2. Cut the burger buns into halves and toast them.
    3. In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, chili garlic sauce, mayonnaise and chopped red bell pepper.
    4. Set aside.
    5. Spread the sauce over the bottom of bun.
    6. Arrange the salad leaves evenly on the burger bun.
    7. Top the base of the burgers with shredded meat and sliced onions, tomato slice, cucumber.
    8. Add a tablespoon of prepared sauce to each burger.
    9. Top with the red and green bell pepper slices and cover with other half of the burger.
    10. Cut into halves.
    11. Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers are ready to serve.

    Serve warm with chips.

    Want more Sandwiches or Burgers Inspiration? 

    Here are some other sandwich recipes on my blog:

    More Luscious Lamb Recipes

    Got a taste for lamb? Check out some more incredible recipes that get the best out of this underrated meat:

    • Roasted Leg of Lamb – fast cooking doesn’t get better than this! Cook up these sensational steaks in less than 20 minutes for a quick and easy Sunday lunch
    • Lamb Karahi  – if you’ve never had lamb karahi, you’re in for a treat. It’s a spicy slow-cooked masterpiece!
    • Kashmiri Lamb Curry – a heavenly Kashmiri style curry that’s hearty and intensely flavored, yet mildly spiced with cumin, cardamom, cinnamon and curry powder.
    • Lamb Champ Pulao – this lamb champ pulao recipe is the ultimate Sunday lunch comfort food!
    • Lamb Leg with Hara Masala – just one mouthful of this amazing recipe will be enough to have you hooked. When it comes to taste, smoked meat is in a different league and this is the perfect recipe for smoking newbies and experts alike.
    • Easy Lamb Jalfrezi – traditional curry recipes like lamb jalfrezi are the perfect way to use up leftover lamb
    • Lamb Cashew Korma – a hearty, nutty stew-like curry that’s super comforting, the lamb is simmered in until tender.
    • Juicy Lamb Tikka Boti – can you believe that you can make a healthy kebab? Here’s the proof. The whole family will love these quick and easy, incredibly tasty kebabs 
    • Lamb Kebab Karahi  – Have you ever made a kebab karahi? If not, this succulent lamb kebab karahi is soon to become a firm favorite of yours!

    If you’re looking for more easy, family friendly dinner ideas, you might also enjoy my Meatball Pizza Recipe or this Restaurant Style Tawa Fish Recipe,  Homemade Lamb Burgers, Flavorful Mint Chicken Curry Recipe and Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes Recipe are also fun recipes for the family!

    What are your favorite burger toppings? Leave me a comment below to inspire my next burger recipe!

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  • The Low-Carb Solution to Egg in a Hole Recipe

    The Low-Carb Solution to Egg in a Hole Recipe

    Can’t decide whether to make a grilled kabab or an egg in a hole? Make both!
    Two of my favorite food groups—eggs and toast—unite in this take on the playful dish also known as egg in a hole, Egg in a Basket or Egg in a Boat or, more simply, egg in toast. I fancy it up by filling the bread center with mince crust and topping with basil or chili flakes. And It came out so delicious!

    Egg in-a-hole – Look at that perfect texture !!

    For this recipe, I used a normal mince kabab mixture for filling the bread , to keep it low carb. The outside was crunchy and crispy and inside was so juicy and tasted so good with the egg in the middle. A nice way to add some more protein to a sandwich, while also providing something of a sauce from the egg yolk (depending on how you cook your egg). It’s adds just a little oomph of flavor to the sandwich.

    Watch carefully as you cook the mince crust, and don’t raise the heat higher than medium: The goal is for the mince crust to brown and the egg to set simultaneously. Save the crust center for making breadcrumbs.

    Also how well the eggs must be cooked is a personal choice. Some like over easy, sunnyside up or completely cooked through. No matter how you make it, this will remain a favorite breakfast option passed on for many generations to come. When you make this cute breakfast-for-dinner recipe, you can vary it by using cheese, vegetables or sauteed Spinach in place of the mince filling.

    This Low-Carb Solution to Egg in a Hole Recipe can be an excellent addition to a healthy weight loss diet. They’re not only low-carb and low in calories but also high in protein and fiber that keep you feeling full.

    I’m really excited to share this recipe with you.
    So, Bismillah let’s get started and Check it out Low Carb Egg in a Hole Recipe and printable version here!!

    Low Carb Egg In a Hole Recipe

    Whether you call it Egg in a Hole, Egg in a Basket or Egg in a Boat, this easy healthy breakfast is sure to delight. Serve with a side of fruit for a wholesome, satisfying start to the day.

    • 1 slice Multigrain bread ((You can use your favorite kind of bread))
    • 1/4 cup Mince Kabab (You can get recipe from here )
    • 1 teaspoon olive oil
    • 1 whole egg
    • few red pepper flakes
    • a pinch of dried basil (optional)
    • a pinch of salt
    • Optional: shredded cheese (I like cheddar)
    1. Take a thick slice of bread (I like the multigrain bread because of its texture and flavor, but you can use whole wheat or white bread).
    2. Cut the middle of the bread from the slice leaving a ½-inch (1 cm) border of crust.
    3. Stuff the bread slice hole with some Mince Kabab filling.
    4. Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat.
    5. Put your bread over it and cook on the mince side.
    6. Cover and let it cook until it is light golden, a couple minutes.
    7. Flip your bread slice.
    8. Now with a spatula or spoon make a hole inside of the bread.
    9. Then carefully crack your egg into the hole on top of the mince topping to make sure the egg does not spill over.
    10. Season with salt and red pepper and a sprinkle of basil.
    11. Cover the pan and Cook until the egg is pretty set on the bottom, another minute or so.
    12. Cook until the other side of the egg white is set but the middle is still runny.
    13. You can add some cheese.
    14. Transfer to a plate.

    15. Your Delicious Egg-in-a Hole is ready to eat.

    16. Enjoy!

    Enjoy it with a cup of Lemongrass Tea.  

    I have also posted Chocolate Date Bars recipe  and Vegetable Fried Brown Rice recipe which are another easiest & tastiest version of Healthy Eating. Do check it out as well.

    Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out. Post a photo on Facebook (Recipestable) or Instagram on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.

    Happy Healthy Eating!!
    Do you have another name for this classic breakfast? Please leave a comment below, and let me know!

  • Vegetable Stuffed Buns Recipe

    Vegetable Stuffed Buns Recipe

    Homemade Vegetable Stuffed Buns?  These Stuffed buns are loaded with veggies and are topped with two types of sesame seeds.  So warm, soft, Fluffy, fragrant and stuffed with fresh veggies – no can or frozen veggies, all real – totally yummy  ( + point is it contains only 200 calories). Try making these if you’re looking for the ultimate comfort food.

    Vegetable Stuffed Buns

    Photo: Vegetable Stuffed Buns

    This.

    I’ve made it twice in the last week, once for bringing life to the original recipe concept and taking some photos, and once for “recipe testing”. Aka licking the filling and testing the dough. Again. More. Soft Buns In my mouth. I like this recipe a lot, you guys.

    Unlike store bought buns, these are healthy and homemade, and can be packed with any filling of your choice, be it cheese, chicken, lamb or mutton, mushrooms (choices are endless). These vegetable stuffed buns are a fun way of using leftover dough and any stuffing of your choice. These can be eaten for tea or breakfast or a satisfying meal with some salad. It works well as a snack for children to take to school, or to simply enjoy with a favorite drink at any time of the day.

    These stuffed buns succeeds in titillating your senses with its soft, tenderness, and that fresh sesame-ish flavour makes these buns more appetizing. Bake Stuffed buns not because you must but because it tastes so yummy that you would regret not making it at your earliest once you devour its first bite! Having said that, I am not dropping more clues, get ready with some all purpose flour and some basic ingredients (filling of your choice) and get ready to bake fresh stuffed buns this weekend! So, are you ready to read the recipe?

    Vegetable Stuffed Buns

    Photo: Vegetable Stuffed Buns

    When you make these Vegetable Stuffed Buns, all you have to do is open your windows and let the divine baking aromas drift and I will come to you. My nose can find these things. Okay? See you soon.

    Check it out the Vegetable Stuffed Buns recipe and printable version here!!

    Vegetable Stuffed Buns Recipe

     So warm, soft, Fluffy, fragrant and stuffed with fresh veggies – no can or frozen veggies, all real – totally yummy  ( + point is it contains only 200 calories). Try making these if you’re looking for the ultimate comfort food.

    For Buns Dough

    • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1 cup warm milk
    • 2 tablespoon dry milk powder
    • 1/2 cup water (might use less)
    • 1 egg (lightly beaten)
    • 2 teaspoon sugar sugar
    • 4 tablespoon olive oil (you can use simple cooking oil)
    • 4 tablespoon melted butter
    • 1-1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
    • 1 teaspoon salt

    For Buns Stuffing

    • 2 boiled potatoes
    • 1 cup shredded cabbage
    • 1/2 cup sweet corns
    • 1/2 cup fresh green peas (boiled)
    • 2 green onion (thinly sliced)
    • 2 green bell pepper (thinly sliced)
    • 2 carrots (thinly sliced)
    • 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
    • 2 teaspoon soy sauce
    • 1 teaspoon herb seasoning (optional (its my fav))
    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
    • salt to taste
    • 1 teaspoon butter

    Other Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoon sesame seeds (i used white + black seeds)
    • 1 egg yolk beaten with a little milk (for brushing the buns before baking)
    • melted butter (for brushing)
    1. In a small bowl, add warm milk, sugar, salt and yeast and stir until the sugar and yeast dissolves and rest for 10 minutes.
    2. Sieve the flour in a large mixing bowl.
    3. Then add dry milk, oil, melted butter and egg in it.
    4. Mix well.
    5. Add the yeast mixture in the flour and knead for few minutes.
    6. Start kneading together and gradually add the water a little at a time.
    7. You may not need to use all the water, so add it sparingly until your dough comes together and is nice and soft.
    8. Knead for a good 8-10 minutes. The more you knead the dough, the softer the buns will be.
    9. Touch a bit of oil with your fingertips and apply all over the ball of dough and trasnfer into a bowl.
    10. Cover the dough with wet cloth and set aside for 1 hour for it to double in size.
    11. Meanwhile, prepare your buns stuffing.
    12. Peel potatoes and mash them roughly.
    13. Melt 1 teaspoon butter in a frying pan over medium heat.
    14. Add green peas, carrots and sweet corns. Cook and stir for few minutes until crispy-tender.
    15. Now add green pepper, cabbage and green onions, cook for 2-3 minutes.
    16. Add potatoes and a splash of soy sauce and hot sauce.
    17. Season with salt and pepper.
    18. Cook and stir for 2 more minutes or until all done.
    19. Sprinkle the herb seasoning over it and turn the heat off and let it cool down completely.
    20. Once dough risen, Punch it down and divide it into 18 small balls ( depending on the size of buns your would like).
    21. Line the baking tray with baking sheets.
    22. Roll out each ball into a circle.
    23. Place vegetable stufing in the center, then ball it up and seal the edges.
    24. Place it on the prepared baking tray and repeat it with remaining dough.
    25. Cover the tray with a light cloth and let them rose for 30 minutes.
    26. Now brush each buns with beaten egg.
    27. Then sprinkle some sesame seeds all over.
    28. Bake in the pre-heated (180 degree C) oven for 18-20 minutes or until buns turn golden brown.
    29. Remove from the oven.
    30. Brush butter on top of the buns and cover them with a cloth so they get really soft.
    31. Serve warm and enjoy.

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve warm with coffee or tea.

    Extra Bonus Tips:

    1. It can last  for a week in an air tight container in the refrigerator or it can be frozen for longer. Any time you wish to serve these heat them in the microwave for 15-20 seconds or preheat in the oven for 2-3 minutes and enjoy the warm, soft vegetable-y stuffed buns!
    2. What I really love is that once you have this basic idea, the variety of stuffing you can make for these buns is absolutely endless.

    I have also posted Baby Chicken Bread recipe which is another easiest & tastiest version of making stuffed bread at home. Do check it out as well.  It’s finger lickin’ good. You’ll be coming back for more. 


    Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out. Post a photo on Facebook (Recipestable) or  on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.


    Happy Baking!!

  • Veggie Pizza Cups Recipe

    Veggie Pizza Cups Recipe

    As a child I was not the veggie lover I am today.When my mommy cooked veggies, I was apprehensive. Vegetables? Ew! A few years have passed since then and I love veggies of all shapes and sizes.  

    This weekend, I had a day off and I decided to cook nothing but finger foods. I knew I wanted veggie pizza, but I wanted something more convenient and easier to eat. I have found that when I make veggie pizza in the flat pizza style, it can be a little messy to eat because the toppings want to fall off. So, I did a quick Youtube search and found the recipe I used as inspiration for my Veggie Pizza Cups.

    Veggie Pizza Cups

    Veggie Pizza Cups recipe
    Photo: Veggie Pizza Cups

    Ramadan is coming and with it comes family get-together’s and parties. And if you need an easy to make appetizer recipe for your next party, then you should try this Veggie Pizza Cups. There’s no reason for buying store made appetizers when they’re so easy to make, fun & cheap and are guaranteed to be a hit at your next party. Don’t slave away in the kitchen when you could be enjoying the party!

     Veggie Pizza Cups recipe

    The idea may seem daunting at first but I hope by now I’ve got you well acquainted with handling different types of pizza’s. Be it: my The Perfect pizza dough recipe used to make not just this beautiful Baby Chicken Bread but also these cute little Mini Pizza Cups. Or this super easy and frugal recipe for Pizza Paratha. And how can we forget, my all-time favorite, the soft puffy Pizza Rolls …O’so good!

     Veggie Pizza Cups recipe
    Cute little Veggie Pizza Cups in Oven

    It’s one of my favorite finger food. It’s amazing that just a few basic ingredients can come together into something so delicious.  For topping, I decided to use mixed veggies (corn, carrot, capsicum, green onion) and mushrooms in these because they’re my favorites veggies, but you could easily mix it up and use any toppings you like. I really do recommend making it as listed though, because these were just perfect. It tastes just like you’re eating a slice of pizza! Don’t skip out on the Italian Seasoning either – I think it adds a lot of flavor.

    They tasted delicious and impressed my family without making a mess. I will definitely be making them again this holiday season.

     Veggie Pizza Cups recipe
    Photo: These bite-sized Veggie Pizza Cups are perfect for picky eaters.

    These Veggie Pizza Cups can be used for appetizers, party snacks, a light lunch, the first course of a dinner. Perfect party for picky eaters.

    It would freeze well if you decided to double the batch. Enjoy 🙂

    Check it out the Veggie Pizza Cups recipe and printable version here!!

    I do hope that your plans for this holiday weekend teeter more to the side of savoring than that of to-doing.


    If you make this recipe, be sure to snap a photo and hashtag it #Recipestable. I’d love to see what you cook!

    Happy Cooking!!

  • Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes Recipe

    Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes Recipe

    An essential part of the culinary heritage of Pakistan is the celebration of food with family and friends embedded in the concept of ‘dawat’ (feast). And anyone who hosts a ‘dawat’ (feast) knows that there’s always leftovers to deal with. As delicious as Pakistani Dawats (feast) are, you can only have so much roasted meat and stuffing for a meal. Instead of having the same food for the next day, transform the dishes into new ones!

    Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes

    Last week, we hosted a ‘Family Dinner’ and made the ‘Roasted Chicken with Mashed Potatoes. We usually use leftover roasted meat for a sandwich or rolls with the apricot or mint chutney (sauce), gravy and stuffing, but what about the mashed potatoes? Add some flour, egg and cheese and turn them into mashed potato pancakes! Great for breakfast, lunch, or as a side dish or light dinner . A Perfect way to enjoy leftover potatoes and the flavor combinations are endless!

    Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes recipe
    A Perfect way to enjoy leftover potatoes and the flavor combinations are endless!

    I love making these Potato Pancakes whenever I have leftover mashed potatoes so I don’t feel like I’m eating the same thing the next day. Serving size will change depending on how much mashed potatoes you have leftover. This works best with cold mashed potatoes.

    Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes recipe
    Photo: Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes

    These are as easy to make as normal pancakes – just mix together the mashed potatoes, flour, eggs, cheese, green onions and seasoning. Then cook the batter in a large pan until golden brown.

    Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes
    Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes

    With their crispy exterior and creamy, cheesy center, there’s not much to dislike here. I recommend topping these with a sour cream or garlic mayo. 

    Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes recipe
    Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes

    You can really get creative with the seasonings and add ins in this easy recipe!  Pretty much anything in your fridge is game… add some spices & herbs, a little bit of meat/protein and whatever veggies you have on hand!

    Remember to revel in your own amazingness for reducing food waste, saving time and making the best breakfast ever 🙂

    Check it out the Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes recipe and printable version here!!

    Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes Recipe

    Use your leftover mashed potatoes to make mashed potato pancakes! Soft and fluffy with a crispy outside.

    • 2 cups leftover mashed Potatoes
    • 2 eggs
    • 2 green onion (chopped)
    • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (optional)
    • 1/4 cup plain flour
    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1/2 teaspoon herb seasoning
    • salt to taste
    • 2 tablespoon cooking oil

    For Garnishing

    • green onion (thinly sliced)
    • sour cream or garlic mayo
    1. In a mixing bowl, combine together the mashed potatoes, eggs, cheese, flour and green onions.
    2. Season with salt, pepper and herb seasoning.
    3. Mix well.
    4. Heat a large nonstick pan over medium high heat with a drizzle of oil.
    5. Drop 1/4 cup of the batter onto the hot pan in 6 mounds and cook until golden brown on the first side, about 3-4 minutes.
    6. Then flip and cook until cooked through, another 3-4 minutes.
    7. Remove from the pan and keep warm.
    8. Heat the remaining oil and cook the rest of the pancakes.
    9. Garnish pancakes with chopped green onion.
    10. Serve with sour cream or garlic mayo if desired.

    Serving Suggestions:
    They can be topped with sour cream, roasted chicken bits, sautéed veggies, ketchup, sausage and eggs, basically anything you might have handy!

    If you make this recipe, be sure to snap a photo and hashtag it #Recipestable. I’d love to see what you cook!


    What are your holiday traditions guys? I would love to hear some from you all. Are there recipes passed down to you from your grand mom? Or the one from many generations? Share them all in comments below.

    Happy Cooking!!

  • Mini Pizza Cups Recipe

    Mini Pizza Cups Recipe

    Pizza is always a crowd pleaser, but making your own can be a bit of a headache. This bite-sized alternative is easy to make and healthy (just 150 calories each!) and as much fun to make as they are to eat.

    Mini Pizza Cups
    Mini Pizza Cups

    Mini Pizza Cups

    I’m sure you’ve all heard of or made Pizza Cupcakes or  Pizza Muffins before. But as simple or obvious as this recipe seems, sometimes we need a good reminder of the un-fussy classics. Sometimes you don’t have time or the right ingredients to make an elaborate meal. When this happens, it’s good to have something simple and inexpensive to fall back on.

    Mini Pizza Cups recipe

    Healthy, Budget Friendly Mini Pizza Cups? Yes, Yes, and Yes!

    Mini Pizza Cups recipe
    Mini Pizza Cups

    If you’re crazy about pizza like me, but can’t justify eating it as much as you’d like, this is a great recipe for you. I used leftover pizza dough, chicken, lots of fresh vegetables, and a tablespoon or so of cheese on each mini pizza. Considering each pizza cup base 60 calories, the shredded chicken & cheese about 40 calories, and the rest of the ingredients were vegetables, I’m guessing each pizza had about 150 calories. This is not scientific, but it’s my best guess.

    Mini Pizza Cups
    Mini Pizza Cups

    An interesting and fun way to present your pizzas. These cute little pizza cups will delight anyone, especially kids. Have your children create their own pizzas, and get creative with the toppings. Perfectly shaped and easy to handle, they make for a great addition to lunch boxes or for picnics and road trips.

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    Mini Pizza Cups

    Hope you will give this a try and let me know how it turns out for you..

    Check it out the Mini Pizza Cups recipe and printable version here!!

    Mini Pizza Cups Recipe

    Pizza is always a crowd pleaser, but making your own can be a bit of a headache. This bite-sized alternative is easy to make and healthy (just 150 calories each!) and as much fun to make as they are to eat.

    For Pizza Dough

    • 2-1/2 cups plain or all purpose flour
    • 4 tablespoon oil
    • 1-1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
    • 1 teaspoon castor sugar
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 2 pinches of baking powder
    • warm milk with a bit of water for kneading

    For Mini Pizza Cups

    • 1 cup pizza Sauce or Ketchup (Recipe here)
    • 1 cup cooked chicken
    • 1 small Capsicum (chopped)
    • 1 small onion (chopped)
    • 5-6 black Olives (thinly sliced)
    • 1 cup mozzarella Cheese (grated)
    • Italian herb Seasoning (for topping)
    • 1 teaspoon oil (for greasing)

    To Make Dough

    1. Mix all the dry ingredients and the oil in a bowl or food processor, then gradually add the warm milk a little at a time.
    2. Knead it into a soft dough.
    3. Dab a touch of oil all over the dough, then cover it and place it somewhere warm.
    4. Leave it to rise to double its size, takes about 30 minutes to an hour depending on the weather.
    5. Once ready, punch down the dough and then divide it into 18 equal balls.
    6. Grease 24 cups muffin pan with oil or butter and set aside.
    7. Roll each dough ball out into a circle of about quarter inch thickness, then gently place it in the cup hole of the pan, patting it gently to fit the shape.
    8. Repeat this method with the rest of the balls.
    9. Next, spread a light layer of pizza sauce in each cup. Then add the chicken, capsicum and onions.
    10. Sprinkle some cheese over the filling and drizzle some ketchup over the top of each cup.
    11. Top with olives and herb seasoning.
    12. Allow the pizza cups to rest and rise for 20 minutes, then preheat the oven at 180 degree C.
    13. Bake them for about 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the dough is cooked through.
    14. Remove the pizza cups from the pan and allow them to rest on a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.
    15. Delicious Mini Pizza Cups are ready to serve. Enjoy!

    Recipe Note’s:
    These delicious Mini Pizza cups can be frozen for up to 2 weeks.

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

    I have also posted My Fav French Bread Pizza Recipe and Pizza Rolls Recipe which are another easiest & tastiest version of making Pizza. Do check it out as well.  It’s finger lickin’ good. You’ll be coming back for more.


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  • Homemade Veggie Pizza Recipe

    Homemade Veggie Pizza Recipe

    We’ve entered the season of warm comfort food. Soups, Stews, roast meat, etc. And sometimes all that heavy food seems . . . well . . . heavy. 

    Homemade Veggie Pizza

    Just about everyone loves pizza, myself included. However, traditional restaurant pizza is generally made with refined (white) flour, and loaded with saturated fat and sodium – things that can quickly lead to weight gain and harm your health. To make pizza something I can feel good about eating regularly, I’ve found ways to make my own healthier versions. The key is using whole grains, less cheese and loading up on lots of healthy veggies and herbs. Also eating produce that’s in season helps you save money and also ensures you are getting a good variety of foods and nutrients.

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    This pizza included some of my favorite veggies and herbs: carrots, red onion, broccoli, corn, green or red pepper, olives and fresh basil.  The ingredients only required about 20 minutes of prep time, starting with chopping the veggies and tossing them in a little olive oil for roasting.  Adding a fresh herbs to the veggies adds nice flavor (and makes your kitchen smell amazing during cooking!).

    In addition to its great taste, winter veggies especially broccoli  is  the good sources of dietary fiber and rich in magnesium. Broccoli is loaded with antioxidants, fiber, and numerous vitamins and minerals including magnesium, fol-ate and fiber which are good for health.

    Homemade Veggie Pizza

    While my super-food veggies were roasting I gathered and prepped my other ingredients. The dough only required a thin spread of pizza sauce and cheese to provide creamy texture and cheesy flavor.

    The veggies were done once they were slightly crisped and fork-tender, and I spooned them over the dough. I finished the pizzas off by topping them with the Mozzarella cheese, olives and a sprinkle of herbs.

    Homemade Veggie Pizza
    Photo: Homemade Veggie Pizza

    The last step involves popping the pizzas in the oven – I chose to make veggie pizzas  in individual mini pizza pans. They only needed about 15 minutes to cooked the dough and for the cheese to melt. I loved the contrast of the cheese, olives and herbs with the crunch from the veggies on this flavorful pizza!

    Homemade Veggie Pizza
    Photo: Homemade Veggie Pizza.. Yum 

    If you need a lighter dish, that doesn’t skimp on flavor, try this Homemade Veggie Pizza recipe. It’s fresh, full of flavor, and won’t weigh you down like the winter comfort food can.  Pizzas like this can be enjoyed as a quick and easy lunch or dinner, and make a tasty addition to a healthy diet. Enjoy! 

    Photo: Homemade Veggie Pizza
    Photo: Pizza loaded with cheese and veggies ♥

    Recipe Tip’s:

    1. Feel free to play around a bit with the ingredients in this recipe if you make it yourself.
    2. Add nuts (walnuts, pumpkin seeds), more veggies, would be great, and you could also skip the cheese all-together and instead use the ricotta cheese as the sauce/base.

    Bismillah, Let’s get started!

    Check it out the Homemade Veggie Pizza Recipe and printable version below.

    What other winter-veggies would you try on a pizza?

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  • Spicy Chickpea Salad (Chana Chaat) Recipe

    Spicy Chickpea Salad (Chana Chaat) Recipe

    I think it’s time that I take a quick break from the highly caloric Iftar snacks I’ve been posting about recently, and share a favorite healthy recipe.  This Spicy Chickpea Salad (Chana Chaat) is a traditional Pakistani Iftar Staple.  We love munching on it throughout the year, but it’s especially nice in the summer after a long day of fasting. Known as a salad in the West and a savory snack or “Chaat” in the East. This low-fat dish has traveled a long way from Pakistan to make its way onto Iftar tables in South Asia and lunch/dinner tables across the rest of the world.

    Spicy Chickpea Salad (Chana Chaat)
    Spicy Chickpea Salad (Chana Chaat)

    The acidic and tart flavors of tamarind chutney, the sweetness of the apricot chutney and the cooling taste of mint chutney balances the palette out immaculately. A well made Spicy Chickpea Salad (or Chana Chaat) will enable you to taste all these flavors independently with each spoonful.

    Spicy Chickpea Salad (Chana Chaat) with Tamarind and Apricot Chutney

    Playing around with food textures is also an important part of cooking, and creating this dish gives you that freedom with the crunchy onions, juicy tomatoes and soft chickpeas. Explore the art of South Asian cooking with this simple, low fat yet palette-exciting recipe.

    Spicy Chickpea Salad (Chana Chaat)
    Spicy Chickpea Salad (Chana Chaat)

    Bismillah, let’s get started!

    Check it out the Spicy Chickpea Salad (Chana Chaat) recipe and printable version below.

    Spicy Chickpea Salad (Chana Chaat) Recipe

    A well made Spicy Chickpea Salad (or Chana Chaat) will enable you to taste all these flavors independently with each spoonful.The acidic and tart flavors of tamarind chutney, the sweetness of the apricot chutney and the cooling taste of mint chutney balances the palette out immaculately.

    • 250 gm boiled chickpeas
    • 4 large potatoes (boiled, peeled and cubed)
    • 1 onion (thinly sliced)
    • 1 to mato (thinly sliced)
    • 1/2 cup shredded cabbage
    • 1/2 cup Tamarind chutney (Imli ki chutney )
    • 1/2 cup Apricot chutney
    • 1/2 cup yogurt
    • 2 tablespoon Green chutney
    • 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder (zeera powder)
    • a pinch of black salt
    • papri (optional)

    For Garnishing

    • few green chilies
    • mint leaves

    Method

    1. Place chickpeas (chana) in a large mixing bowl.
    2. Add the vegetables except tomatoes and mix well, making sure not to mash the potatoes in the process.
    3. You can add green chilies depending on how spicy you want it.
    4. Now add yogurt and along with all the chutnies and mix well.
    5. Season with salt, cumin powder and chaat masala powder and give it a final stir.
    6. Garnish with green chilies and mint leaves. Spicy Chickpea Salad (Chana Chaat) is ready to serve. ENJOY!

    Recipe Notes:
    1.You can add more spices if you want to make it spicier, but I love the mild version. Taste and adjust flavours according to your preference.
    2. You can also add papri that will add extra crunch to the chaat which makes the whole experience more enjoyable. But for a low fat and healthy version, skip the papris and sev.

    Serving Suggesstions:
    Serve chana chaat along with Apricot chutney and Tamarind chutney (Imli ki chutney) .

    I have also posted Garbanzo Beans Chaat Recipe and Lobia Chaat which are another easiest & tastiest version of making Chana Chaat. Do check it out as well.  It’s finger lickin’ good. You’ll be coming back for more. 


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  • Chapati Rolls Stuffed with Mince Recipe

    Chapati Rolls Stuffed with Mince Recipe

    Chapati Rolls Stuffed with Mince

    A simple and nutritious snack, chapati (flatbread) stuffed with spicy mince filling, salad and chutney, perfect for busy morning breakfast and also lunch. Plain chapati’s can often come across as boring and many people turn up their noses at the mere mention of them! So Today, I come up with an innovative way to present chapati’s, that’s filling, nutritious and super yummy.

    Chapati Rolls Stuffed with Mince
    Photo: Chapati Rolls Stuffed with Mince

    One of my favorite things to eat is a roll stuffed with goodies.I enjoy food that I can eat with my hands and this dish is no exception. It’s very easy to make and delicious to eat. These chapati rolls is excellent for suhoor meals that can be made quickly with the left over chapati’s.

     Chapati Rolls Stuffed with Mince
    Photo: Chapati Rolls Stuffed with Mince

    Also Perfect to bring on a trip or a picnic as they are easy to wrap and taste just as great when eaten lukewarm or chilled. Give a try and enjoy.

    Bismillah, let’s get started!

    Check it out the Chapati Rolls Stuffed with Mince recipe and printable version below.

    Chapati Rolls Stuffed with Mince Recipe

    A simple and nutritious snack, chapati (flatbread) stuffed with spicy mince filling, salad and chutney, perfect for busy morning breakfast and also lunch.

    For Mince Stuffing

    • 300 gm ground mince
    • 2 medium sized onions (finely chopped)
    • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
    • 1 tablespoon chopped ginger
    • 1 tablespoon cooking oil or butter
    • 2 green chilies (finely chopped)
    • 2 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
    • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
    • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
    • Salt to taste
    • few mint leaves (finely chopped)
    • few corinader leaves (finely chopped)

    For Chapati Rolls

    • 4 chapati’s {check chapati recipe here}
    • 4 tablespoon Mint Tamarind chutney {check chapati recipe here}
    • 4 tablespoon mayonnaise
    • thinly sliced salad veggies {like cucumber (cabbage,tomato,onion, carrot})
    • french fries

    Method

    1. Heat oil or butter in a large pan over medium high heat.
    2. Saute onion for 2-3 minutes. When the onions have softened up but not yet golden in colour add ginger and garlic, and cook for 1 minute.
    3. Then add mince and let it drain out most of the moisture for about 4-5 minutes.
    4. Add green chilies, red pepper and salt.
    5. Reduce the heat on low and cover the pan. Let it simmer for 25 minutes or until mince is cooked thorough and all water dries up.
    6. Remove the lid and cook on high flame for 3-4 minutes then add chili garlic sauce and soy sauce.
    7. Cook 2 minutes longer then turn the heat off.
    8. Sprinkle mint and coriander leaves.

    To Assemble Chapati Rolls

    1. Reheat chapati’s.
    2. Place chapati on a clean board, spread 1 tablespoon mayonnaise on it. Then add the mince stuffing across the center.
    3. Drizzle some mint chutney.
    4. Sprinkle veggie salad and roll up the chapati.
    5. Secure with toothpick. Don’t worry if it gets a little messy eating that’s just a art of the fun of eating a roll. ENJOY 🙂

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with salad, french fries and chutney.
    Or you can serve everything separate and let your guests or family prepare their own stuffed chapati rolls.

     

    Recipe Note’s:

    1. You can also stuff these chapati rolls with chicken or beef mince, or colorful veggies.
    2. If you prepare the chapatis ahead make sure to store them in an airtight container. If not they will become very hard and dry. 

     

    I have also posted Shami Kabab Paratha Rolls Recipe which is another easiest & tastiest version of making Paratha Rolls. Do check it out as well.  It’s finger lickin’ good. You’ll be coming back for more. 


    Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out. Post a photo on Facebook (Recipestable) or  on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.


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    Happy Cooking!!

  • Egg and Cucumber Sandwiches Recipe

    Egg and Cucumber Sandwiches Recipe

    ITS SUMMER TIME

    Summer has been kicking into high gear and the temperatures have been climbing here, and everyone wants to keep cool on hot summer days. So today, I have a recipe for a simple, classic and very popular sandwiches: “Egg and Cucumber Sandwiches”.

    Egg and Cucumber Sandwiches recipe
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    Egg and Cucumber Sandwiches

    Egg and Cucumber sandwiches are the most delicious, easiest finger foods to make. All you need is sliced white bread, boiled eggs, mayonnaise and of course, cucumbers. To enhance the flavor, I also spread a thin layer of dill with cream cheese spread.

    Egg and Cucumber Sandwiches recipe
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    I love adding cucumbers to egg mayonnaise. And sometimes different herbs too (especially dill goes very well with eggs and cucumbers). The cucumber can either be chopped finely and mixed into the egg mayonnaise or sliced thinly , I like the latter since it adds a nice fresh crunch to the sandwich. This can be made in advance and keeps well, so is perfect for tea parties.

    Egg and Cucumber Sandwiches recipe
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    What are your favorite foods for a tea time snack or tea party? For me, the food are simple to prepare and easy to eat (and not so messy), preferably something we can eat using our hands or toothpicks.

    Egg and Cucumber Sandwiches recipe
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    If you’re looking for an extremely quick and easy recipe for a lunch box, or a tea party, or a picnic, or you just so happen to have an extra cucumber lying around, then give these egg and cucumber sandwiches a try. They’re deliciously light and fresh, and I love the crunch of the cucumber. These delicious, easy-to-assemble sandwiches are great for a quick summer meal.

    Bismillah let’s get started. 

    Check it out the Egg and Cucumber Sandwiches recipe and printable version below!!

    Egg and Cucumber Sandwiches Recipe

    Egg and Cucumber sandwiches are the most delicious, easiest finger foods to make. All you need is sliced white bread, boiled eggs, mayonnaise and of course, cucumbers. To enhance the flavor, I also spread a thin layer of dill with cream cheese spread.

    For Egg Salad

    • 3 hard boiled eggs
    • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (mayo with olive oil is my favorite)
    • 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
    • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
    • salt to taste

    For Sandwiches

    • 3 tablespoon cream cheese spread
    • 1 large cucumber (peeled and thinly sliced)
    • 12 sliced white sandwich bread

    Method

    1. In a medium bowl, mix together the eggs and mayonnaise until completely incorporated.
    2. Add garlic powder, salt, pepper and chopped dill. Mix until well combined.
    3. Set aside.
    4. Toss bread slices on both sides.
    5. Spread egg spread mixture on 4 bread slices.
    6. Cover with another four bread slices.
    7. Top with cheese spread and cucumber strips, then close sandwiches with remaining bread slices.
    8. Cut crusts from bread, forming finger sandwiches. Cut each sandwich into three, creating 3 rectangle mini-sandwiches each. Enjoy!

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with tea or you can enjoy with finger chips and chili garlic sauce.

    I have also posted Zinger Club Sandwiches which is another easiest & tastiest version of making sandwiches. Do check it out as well.


    Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out. Post a photo on Facebook (Recipestable) or  on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.


    Happy Sandwiches Making!!

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  • Chocolate Banana Filled Pancake Rolls Recipe

    Chocolate Banana Filled Pancake Rolls Recipe

    Aslam-o-Alakaum !!

    In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful

    Its been a long time since I’ve posted something here, its has been a busy month.Actually I was really busy in my studies…..Sorry, I didnt get time to post anything.

    Chocolate Banana Filled Pancake Rolls

    Looking for a nice relaxing breakfast or dessert. Pancake Rolls? Today, I’ll share another pancake rolls recipe ~ “Chocolate and Banana Filled Pancake Rolls”,I made this a while back, clicked pictures but never got around to posting it. The recipes are piling up ! I’ll post a lot more soon, InshAllah.

    Chocolate and Banana Filled Pancake Rolls Recipe
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    I made plain pancakes and spread generously with choco bliss and topped further with honey but it really is like a plain canvas for your imagination to run wild with flavours! So I decided to give my simple pancakes a new twist. Roll-up in banana slices and topped with chocolate curls.

    Chocolate and Banana Filled Pancake Rolls recipe
    Photo: Chocolate and Banana Filled Pancake Rolls

    You can add strawberries, apples, dried fruits and berry compote in the mixture! It’s up to you take pleasure in feeling like a domestic queen. A perfect way to start a day.

    Chocolate and Banana Filled Pancake Rolls
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    Check it out the Chocolate and Banana Filled Pancake Rolls recipe and printable version below!!

    Chocolate and Banana Filled Pancake Rolls

    Looking for a nice relaxing breakfast or dessert. Pancake Rolls? “Chocolate and Banana Filled Pancake Rolls”!

    • 2-1/2 cups plain flour ((maida))
    • 1/3 cup castor sugar
    • 3 teaspoon baking powder
    • 2 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 4 eggs (at room temperature)
    • 1 cup milk
    • 2 tablespoon butter

    For Filling

    • Choco bliss or nutella
    • banana (sliced)

    Method

    1. Sieve together all the ingredients.
    2. Whisk eggs and milk in mixing bowl.
    3. Gradually add pancake mix and mix until well combined.
    4. Heat a flat pan or griddle with a little butter.
    5. Pour a big spoonful of batter onto the hot griddle or pan and spread it evenly.
    6. When bubbles appear on the surface of the pancake, flip them over to make them golden brown on both sides.
    7. Transfer the pancakes on a plate or clean surface.
    8. Spread choco bliss or Nutella generously over the warm pancakes.
    9. Place the banana on top.
    10. Roll up and sprinkle chocolate curls over them.
    11. Chocolate and Banana Filled Pancake Rolls are ready to serve. ENJOY!!

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve straightaway with coffee or tea or a glass of milk.

    Recipe Note’s:

    In this recipe,  I made the batter a little thin because I wanted the pancakes to thin, more like crepes. For more traditional pancakes, use only about 1/2 cup milk.

    Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out. Post a photo on Facebook (Recipestable) or  on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.


     

    I have also posted Chocolate Chip Pancakes which is another easiest version of making tea time snack or lunch box item . Do check it out as well.


     

    Happy Pancakes making!!

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  • Chocolate Chip Pancakes Recipe

    Chocolate Chip Pancakes Recipe

    Aslam-o-Alakaum My Lovelies !!

     In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful

    Hope, you are doing splendidly and enjoying the season. Well I’m in the middle of work, and anxiety has begun to sink its sharp little claws into my brain. It’s almost the final month of my training and I’m already drowning under a sea of coding assignments and project.

    Ahhh I love to code even though it makes me want to tear my eyes out every 10 minutes. Crying Out Loud ;(  I have constant fears that I’ve forgotten the code, functions, or left something somewhere blah blah blah. Problem is I love it but I have too much code to write though… ugh. This assignment is really doing my nut in! 

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    I’ m carving chocolate soo bad while coding up my project and backing up files. Every time I write a code, I delete it again. Almost time for a pancake break 😛  Anyhow before going back to coding, I decided to update you guys with this short post. 

    If there’s one thing you should know about me right up front it’s that I love Chocolate and pancakes, always have. Chocolate chips, Pancakes, foggy weather and coding are the reasons I love life.  Sounds super yummy! 

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    Pancakes are probably in my Top 10 favorite foods. But they need chocolate chips. 🙂

    Time for a Chocolate Chip Pancakes Break.

    No matter how difficult  life gets, just remember, there’s always time for a Pancakes break. 😀 These Chocolate Chip Pancakes have been a blessing while trying to write my final coding project. lol. They simple to make, so comforting, and lightened up with a few delicious tweaks. 

    Chocolate Chip Pancakes
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    This Chocolate Chip Pancakes recipe is a favorite of mine to make for special occasions or holidays. Eat while hot so the chocolate is all gooey. If you want to make it extra special, serve the pancakes with berries and whipped cream

    Chocolate Chip Pancakes Recipe
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    It was love at first bite, I’m telling you. The texture is fluffy but hearty and slightly dense, and plenty moist from the butter. They’re perfectly sweet even without any additional sugar – the chocolate chips provide a touch of decadence.

     Chocolate Chip Pancakes Recipe
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    They’re super tasty, easy to make, and use regular everyday ingredients. 

    Ingredients You will Need to Make These Pancakes
    Ingredients You will Need to Make These Pancakes

    Ingredients You will Need:

    1. Flour
    2. Sugar
    3. Baking Powder
    4. Cinnamon Powder
    5. Salt
    6. Eggs
    7. Milk
    8. Butter
    9. Vanilla Essence
    10. Chocolate Chips

    Tools You needed to make this recipe are:

    1. A pan or griddle
    2. A Spatula
    3. A Mixing Bowl
    4. Hand Beater

    Check it out the Chocolate Chip Pancakes Recipe and printable version below!!

    Chocolate Chip Pancakes

    This Chocolate Chip Pancakes recipe is a favorite of mine to make for special occasions or holidays. Eat while hot so the chocolate is all gooey. If you want to make it extra special, serve the pancakes with berries and whipped cream

    For Pancake Batter

    • 1-1/4 cups all purpose flour
    • 2 tbsp sugar
    • 1 tsp baking powder
    • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
    • 1/4 tsp salt
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 cup milk
    • 4 tbsp melted butter
    • 3/4 tsp vanilla
    • 1 cup chocolate chips

    For Serving

    • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
    • 1 tbsp confectioners’ sugar
    • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

    Method

    To Make the Dipping Sauce

    1. Take a small bowl, add cream cheese, sugar and vanilla to it. Beat until stiff peaks form. Now cover and refrigerate until serving.

    To Make Pancakes

    1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder and salt.
    2. Stir flour mixture into wet ingredients. Beat until smooth.
    3. Fold in chocolate chips.
    4. Pour batter 1/4 cup full onto a lightly greased hot pan or skillet.
    5. Flip when bubbles form on top. Cook a minute more or until second side is golden brown. Chocolate Chip Pancakes are ready to serve. ENJOY!!

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with whipped cream.

    Tips For Diet Version Pancakes (Clean Eating):

    1. You can make gluten free Pancakes by using gluten-free oats and flour.
    2. For Sweeting: Add 1 Tablespoons of honey, apple syrup, or nectar is optional for extra sweetening, but I didn’t find it necessary.
    3. Don’t add butter. Mash very ripe banana with baking powder. It gives
    4. them a moist and fluffy texture.
    5. Serve plain or with a small drizzle of honey and a few additional chocolate chips for melting.

    Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out. Post a photo on Facebook (Recipestable) or  on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.

    Happy Chocolate Pancakes making!

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  • Chocolate Date Bars Recipe

    Chocolate Date Bars Recipe

    Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuhu!

    In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful

    GOOD MORNING MY LOVELY READERS!!

     Good morning my fellow readers
    Good morning my fellow readers

    I hope you are well and happy today. The sun is shining brightly here this morning and the air is crisp. I need a little sun today and wireless signals are surprisingly good :P. So right Now, sitting in my roof top garden with my lappy writing today’s blog post and enjoying my morning tea. And beautiful pairs of sparrows and pigeons are also enjoying the morning sun with me. I love to hear the birds chirping in the morning – sweet songs of nature ♥☺

    Great start to the day.

    Trying to decide what to make for Quick Breakfast or Brunch, OR Snack? No worries, I’ve got you covered in today’s all new post.

    Today’s Recipe: Chocolate Date Bars

    SUPER healthy, naturally sweetened Chocolate Date Bars!! Just 7 ingredients to a snack that tastes more like a candy bar!! YUM YUM. The result is a simple, naturally-sweetened, healthy Date bars that is a little on the decadent side – just the way I like it.

    Chocolate date bars recipe
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    They taste like Supreme awesomeness. They’re rich, dense, moist, super chocolaty, nutty, slightly crunchy and perfectly sweet and very filling.

    Chocolate Date Bars Recipe
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    These Chocolate Date Bars DO indeed taste like a raw brownie. 😛

    1. They require just 7 ingredients.
    2. They’re no bake, aside from toasting your nuts (an optional step).
    3. They’re loaded with antioxidants, protein and healthy fats.
    4. They’re incredibly satisfying.
    5. They’re perfect for breakfast, dessert or a quick snack.
    6. They’re freezer-friendly.
    7. They’re uber chocolatey.
    8. They’re really just kind of perfect.

    I did have one for breakfast and found it quite filling. But for the most part I ate these as a healthy dessert. I’d go to the freezer, break off 1/3 and snack. Then repeat for the next 30 minutes until it was gone. Self control comes in waves, people, especially with these bars. 😛 ☺

    Really I should stop praising and tell you the recipe. So Let’s get started !

    Tools You needed to make this recipe are:

    1. A cookie sheet
    2. A frying pan
    3. A Spatula

    Check it out the Chocolate Date Bars Recipe and printable version below!!

    Chocolate Date Bars

    SUPER healthy, naturally sweetened Chocolate Date Bars!! Just 7 ingredients to a snack that tastes more like a candy bar!! YUM YUM. The result is a simple, naturally-sweetened, healthy Date bars that is a little on the decadent side – just the way I like it.

    • 1 cup deseeded dates (chopped)
    • 2 tablespoon roasted almonds (crushed)
    • 2 tablespoon roasted peanuts (crushed)
    • 2 tablespoon roasted walnuts (crushed)
    • 1/2 cup nutella chocolate
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
    • a few drops of vanila essence

    Method

    1. Lightly greased a cookie tray with butter or oil.
    2. Melt butter in a pan over medium heat.
    3. Add dates and nuts in it. Cook on low flame for 5-7 minutes or until smooth.
    4. Stir in the vanilla essence.
    5. Turn the heat off and add nutella and sesame seeds.
    6. Mix until well combined.
    7. Transfer into a greased tray and spread evenly.
    8. Allow to cool.
    9. Then put in refrigerator for 2 hours pr until set.
    10. Cut into small bars. Chocolate Date Bars are ready to eat. ENJOY!! 🙂

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with a glass of milk.

    You MUST try these Date bars and let me know what you think! Post a photo on Facebook (Recipestable) or  on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.

    Happy Chocolate Date Bars making!

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