Tag: Lunch Recipes

  • The Power of Mint: Make Healthy & Delicious Mint Roti (Pudina Roti)!

    Mint Roti (Pudina Roti)

    Mint is a magic ingredient, which adds zing to any preparation, however simple. Here is a simple process of dry roasting and crushing the leaves boosts the aroma of mint extraordinarily, adding a flavourful punch to the whole wheat flour rotis.

    Pudina roti is such a healthy dish with a wonderful aroma. Its a healthy treat for your taste buds. This is my most favourite style of eating roti. Its a lighter version of roti and I just love it. Check it out the Pudina Roti Recipe here!!

    Check it out the Mint Roti  recipe here!!

    Ingredients:

    • 2-1/2 cups flour
    • 1 cup mint,finely chopped
    • 2 tbsp oil or butter
    • Oil for shallow frying
    • Salt to taste

    How to make Mint Roti:

    • Sift the flour and salt in a bowl.
    • Add 2 tbsp of oil and mint and knead a stiff but non-sticky dough..
    • Cover with a damp cloth and leave aside for 30 minutes.
    • Divide the dough into 15 parts.
    • Shape like balls and press flat with the palm of your hand.
    • Roll out the roti into a round disc about 5″ diameter.
    • Put roti on a preheated griddle, dry roast both sides first then spread oil on both sides and shallow fry until well browned.
    • Mint Roti is ready to serve.
    • Serve with any pickle or raita.
    • Enjoy!
  • RECIPE: Moong Dal Paratha (Protein Rich Yellow Lentil Stuffed Paratha)

    Moong Dal Paratha 

    Ingredients:
    For the Filling:

    • 3/4  cup yellow split moong dal (soaked for 30 minutes)
    • 2 tsp chopped ginger
    • 1 tsp chopped green chillies
    • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
    • 1 tsp cumin seeds
    • 1 tsp coriander powder
    • 1 tsp cumin powder
    • 1 tsp garam masala powder
    • 2 tsp dry mango powder
    • 3 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped

    For the Dough:

    • 2 cups whole wheat flour
    • 1 tsp salt
    • Water to knead the dough
    • Oil or ghee for cooking

    How to make Dal Paratha:

    For the Filling:

    • Soak the moong dal for 30 minutes.
    • Once soaked, steam the moong dal for about 25 minutes until cooked, draining all excess water.
    • Once steamed and cooked,allow it to cool.
    • Add the remaining ingredients to the dal and mix it until it becomes like a ball of mass.
    • Divide it into 12- 15 equal portions.
    • Set aside.

    For The Dough:

    • Add flour and salt in a large bowl, adding little water at a time to make soft, pliable dough.
    • Knead dough until it is smooth and elastic.
    • Add 1 tsp oil to coat the dough and knead little more.
    • The dough will be soft and non sticky.
    • Set aside covered for 10 minutes.
    • Make 12- 15 lemon sized balls of the dough and roll them out thin to approximately 3 inches in diameter.
    • Note tossing the dough in dry flour while rolling will prevent it from getting sticky when rolling them out.
    • Add a portion of the stuffing in the center. Gather the sides and bring them together, as shown in the picture.
    • Remove the little excess dough which popped out when you brought them together.
    • Press the stuffed dough down. Toss it in some flour and roll it gently applying just even pressure to roll.
    • Roll it to desired thickness and your comfort level in rolling.
    • Place the stuffed parathas on the hot griddle/skillet.
    • Cook for about 1/2 a minute, flip over and add 1 teaspoon of oil/ ghee in and around the paratha.
    • Keep pressing the parathas while on the skillet so the dough gets cooked and the stuffing also gets the heat and gets pressed down into the parathas.
    • Flip and cook the other side for about 1 minute adding 1 more teaspoon of oil.
    • Cook until light golden spots appear on the parathas.
    • Dal Paratha is ready to serve.
    • Enjoy!
  • RECIPE: Cauliflower Paratha (Gobhi Paratha)

    Ingredients:
    For Dough:

    • 4 cups whole wheat flour
    • 3 cups cold water
    • 3/4 cup ghee or clarified butter

    For Filling:

    • 2 tbsp ghee or clarified butter
    • 1 tbsp ginger,finely chopped
    • 1 tsp garlic,finely chopped
    • 1/2 cup onions,finely chopped
    • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
    • 1/8 tsp hot chili peppers
    • 1 medium cauliflower florets trimmed, and coarsely chopped
    • 1 tbsp hot green peppers, finely chopped
    • 1 tsp ground cumin
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 8 tbsp ghee or clarified butter

    How to make Cauliflower Paratha :

    For Dough:

    • In a small bowl, combine the whole-wheat flour and 1/4 cup of the ghee.
    • With your fingertips rub the flour and fat together until they look like flakes of coarse meal.
    • Pour 1 cup of water over the mixture all at once, knead together vigorously, and gather the dough into a compact ball.
    • If the dough crumbles, add up to 2 cups more water, 1/4 cup at a time, until the particles adhere.
    • On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough by folding it end to end, then pressing it down and pushing it forward several times with the heel of  your hand.
    • Repeat for 7 or 8 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
    • Again gather it into a ball.
    • Place the dough in a bowl, drape a kitchen towel over the top, and let it rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before rolling it.

    For Filling:

    • Meanwhile, in a heavy 10 to 12-inch skillet, heat 2 tbsp of ghee over high heat until a drop of water flicked into it splutters instantly.
    • Stir in the ginger and garlic, then the onions.
    • Lower the heat to moderate and, stirring constantly, fry the mixture for 7 or 8 minutes, until the onions are soft and golden brown.
    • Stir in the turmeric, red pepper, cauliflower, chili, cumin and salt.
    • Reduce the heat to low, cover tightly and cook for 10 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender but still slightly resistant to the bite.

    To make the parathas:

    • Divide the cauliflower mixture into 9 equal portions.
    • Divide the dough also into 9 portions and drape a dampened kitchen towel over them to keep the dough moist.
    • One at a time, on a lightly floured surface, roll a ball of dough into a round about 5 inches in diameter.
    • Place a portion of the filling mixture in the
    • center of the round and fold the edges over it,
    • pressing them together to enclose the filling
    • securely.
    • Pat the filled paratha flat with your hands, then
    • gently roll it again to make a round about 5
    • inches in diameter.
    • As you shape and fill the parathas, set them
    • aside, covered with a dampened kitchen towel to
    • keep them from drying out.
    • Heat an ungreased 10 to 12-inch skillet with a non
    • stick finish or a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet
    • or griddle until it is hot enough for a drop of
    • water flicked into it to splutter instantly.
    • Place one of the parathas in the pan and, moving
    • it about constantly with your fingers or the edge
    • of a metal spatula, cook for a minute or so.
    • With a wide spatula, turn the paratha over and
    • brush about a tsp of the ghee on the top.
    • Cook for 2 minutes, then turn it over, spread with
    • another teaspoon of ghee and cook for 1 minute.
    • Turning frequently, continue to cook until the
    • paratha is brown on both sides.
    • Serve hot with mint chutney or fresh curd.
  • Recipe: Tehri (Pakistani One Pot Rice Dish)

    Tehri (Pakistani One Pot Rice Dish)

    Tehri is a well-liked Pakistani dish as a main course with average effort for homemade on any occasion.Always great to have in all seasons. Must try this Tehri Recipe. 

     Tahari Recipe By Shireen Anwar
    Photo: Tehri Recipe

    Check it out the Tehri Recipe here!!

    Prep Time:30 minutes

    Cook Time:40 minutes

    Servings: 4

    Difficulty Level: Medium

    Ingredients

    • 500 gm long grain rice
    • 3/4 cup oil
    • 1/2 cup brown onion
    • 1 tsp garlic paste
    • 2 potatoes, cut into cubes
    • 1 cup green peas
    • 2 carrots, cut into cubes
    • 2 tomatoes, thinly sliced
    • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
    • 1 tbsp whole spice
    • 1 tsp red chili powder
    • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
    • 2 tsp salt

    Yield: 4 servings

    Directions:

    1. Rinse rice with few changes of water and soak for 30 minutes.
    2. Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat.
    3. Add whole spices, brown onions, garlic paste.
    4. Cook for 1 minute then add ¼ cup water.
    5. Add chili powder, salt, turmeric powder, yogurt.
    6. Cook for 5 minutes then add potatoes, carrots and green peas.
    7. Cook for 10 minutes.
    8. Add 1 cup water.
    9. Cover with a lid; cook until vegetables half done.
    10. Add rice with 2 cups of water.
    11. Cover and Cook for 10 minutes or until water nearly dry.
    12. Add green chilies and tomatoes on top.
    13. Simmer for 5 minutes or until done.
    14. Tehri is ready to serve.
    • Serve with Raita.

    If you like Tehri Recipe and make it then let me know your feedback by commenting below.

  • The Classic Hawaiian: The Perfect Chicken Pineapple Pizza Recipe

    Chicken Pineapple Pizza

    Kids can’t resist the sweetness of the nutritious pineapple topping on this easy-to-make Chicken Pineapple pizza. Homemade Chicken Pineapple Pizza _ Yummy!! Most things can be substituted to get the calories down.

    Chicken Pineapple Pizza Recipe
    Photo: Chicken Pineapple Pizza Recipe

    Check it out the Chicken Pineapple Pizza recipe here!!

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 2[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy[/one_fourth_last]

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    • 1 prebaked pizza crust, (about 12-inch)
    • 1 sweet green pepper, thinly sliced
    • 1 cup cooked chicken breast, cubed
    • 1 cup pineapple chunks
    • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
    • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
    • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 2 servings

    Amount Per Serving

    • Calories: 770
    • Protein: 48 g
    • Fat: 22 g (saturated fat: 9 g )
    • Carbohydrate:95 g
    • Fiber: 6 g
    • Cholesterol: 99 mg
    • Sodium: 1,402 mg

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Preheat oven over 500 degree F or 260 degree C.

    Step 2

    Put pizza crust on a pizza pan or baking tray.

    Step 3

    Spread tomato sauce over the pizza crust.

    Step 4

    Sprinkle oregano over it.

    Step 5

    Top with green peppers, pineapple and chicken.

    Step 6

    Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.

    Step 7

    Bake in the prehaeted oven for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

    Step 8

    Remove from the oven. Allow to cool for 5 minutes.

    Step 9

    Then cut into Wedges. Chicken Pineapple Pizza is ready to serve. ENJOY!!

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    • Serve with Pizza dipping Sauce.

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  • A Taste of Pakistan: The Classic Chicken Broast Recipe!

    Classic Chicken Broast

    Roll each chicken piece in flour mixture. deep fry in hot oil for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Do try this Classic Chicken Broast recipe and don’t forget to share your experience with us!

    Classic Chicken Broast Recipe By Rida Aftab
    Photo: Classic Chicken Broast 

    Prep Time:20 minutes + marination

    Cook Time:20 minutes

    Servings: 5

    Difficulty Level: Easy 

    Ingredients

     

    • 1 kg chicken
    • 2 cups cold water
    • 1/2 cup plain flour
    • 1/2 cup cornflour
    • 2 tbsp chili sauce
    • 2 tbsp soy sauce
    • 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
    • 1 tbsp red pepper, crushed
    • 1 tsp black pepper, crushed
    • 1 tsp brown sugar
    • 1 tsp salt
    • oil for frying

     

    Directions:

    1. Put chicken pieces in a large bowl.
    2. Add chili sauce, soy sauce, red pepper, brown sugar, black pepper, salt, ginger garlic paste and chinese salt.
    3. Mix well.
    4. Mariante for 1 hour.
    5. In a shallow dish, combine corn flour and flour.
    6. Roll each chicken piece in flour mixture.
    7. Then dip chicken in Cold water.
    8. Again roll in flour mixture.
    9. Then deep fry in hot oil for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
    10. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towel.
    11. Classic Chicken Broast is ready to serve. ENJOY!!
    • Serve with coleslaw and french fries.

    If you like Classic Chicken Broast recipe and make it then let me know your feedback by commenting below.

  • Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner: Versatile Triangle Paratha Recipe!

    Triangle Paratha

    This is an Easy version of  triangle paratha!  Learn how to make layered triangle paratha by following this easy Recipe. 

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    Check it out the triangle paratha recipe here!!

    Prep Time: 25 minutes

    Cook Time: 20 minutes

    Servings: 8

    Difficulty Level: Easy

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups whole wheat flour
    • 3/4 cup warm water
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
    • olive oil cooking spray
    • additional flour for dusting the parathas

     

    Directions:

    Step 1

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ingredients for the dough.

    Step 2

    Knead on a floured counter top for about 5 minutes or until the dough is smooth and elastic.

    Step 3

    Divide into 8 balls, cover with a damp kitchen towel and let them rest for 30 minutes.

    Step 4

    Roll out a piece of dough to about 6″ in diameter on your floured counter top.

    Step 5

    Fold the dough in half onto itself to create a semi-circle.

    Step 6

    Fold the semi-circle in half to create a triangle shape & then roll out the triangle just a bit.

    Step 7

    Heat a little olive oil cooking spray in the large skillet on medium heat.

    Step 8

    Cook paratha until brown on the bottom – then flip & cook until browned on both sides.

    Step 9

    Remove from heat and repeat with the remaining dough. Triangle Paratha is ready to serve. Enjoy!

    • Serve with curry, dal or any vegetable.

    If you like Triangle Paratha  recipe and make it then let me know your feedback by commenting below.

  • Lacha Pudina Paratha Recipe

    Lacha Pudina Paratha

    Cut a slit from the outer edge till the center. Start rolling from the slit to form cone. Roll out to a thick paratha. Do try this Lacha Pudina Paratha recipe!!

    Bismillah, let’s begin!

    Check it out the Lacha Pudina Paratha Recipe and printable version below!

    Lacha Pudina Paratha

    Prep Time 25 minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes
    Total Time 45 minutes
    Servings 6
    Author Bushrah | Recipestable

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups wheat flour
    • 3 tbsp mint leaves finely chopped
    • 3 tbsp cooking oil
    • 1/2 tsp chili powder
    • 1/2 tsp carom seeds
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • ghee as required

    Instructions

    Method

    • In a bowl, combine together wheat flour, carom seeds, salt, chili powder, oil.
    • Gradually add water and knead a soft dough.
    • Make small balls out of the dough.
    • Roll into a quarter plate size.
    • Spread 1 tbsp of ghee over it.
    • Cut a slit from the outer edge till the centre.
    • Start rolling from the slit to form cone.
    • Roll out to a thick paratha.
    • Sprinkle mint leaves on it.
    • Roll again.
    • Heat a griddle( tawa) over medium heat.
    • Put paratha on hot griddle.
    • Fry paratha on each sides for 2 minutes or until light golden.
    • Lacha Pudina Paratha is ready to serve. ENJOY!!

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with curd or pickle or chutney.
     I have also posted Khasta Paratha which is another easiest & tastiest version of making Paratha. Do check it out as well.

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  • The Ultimate Fusion Food: Pizza Paratha Recipe (Quick & Easy!)

    Pizza Paratha

    Here, I came up with the pizza paratha recipe which is a stuffed paratha but with some of the pizza ingredients added. Check it out the Pizza Paratha recipe here!!

    pizza paratha recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 6[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Medium[/one_fourth_last]

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    For Dough:

    • 500 gm all-purpose flour
    • 250 ml water
    • 1 tsp salt
    • clarified butter or Cooking Oil

    For Filling:

    • 1 Green Chilli, chopped
    • few Basil Leaves
    • 2 tbsp Tomato puree
    • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
    • 1/2tsp salt
    • 1 tbsp olive oil

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 6 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Mix first three ingredients and knead well into a soft dough.

    Step 2

    Put dough into a bowl and cover the bowl with a damp cloth and set aside for 1 hour.

    Step 3

    Mix together the ingredients for the filling and set aside.

    Step 4

    Take the flour dough and pat some dry flour on it and knead again for a few minutes.

    Step 5

    Make small lemon sized balls out of the complete dough.

    Step 6

    Take a ball and flatten it using a roller.

    Step 7

    Spread tomato paste all over leaving a 2/3 cm border.

    Step 8

    Fold into a semi circle and roll it out again.

    Step 9

    Fold again into a quarter of a circle. Roll it out into a triangle pizza shape.

    Step 10

    Heat a non stick pan and spread clarified butter or on it.

    Step 11

    Cook the pizza paratha on one side until it puffs up and is brown on one side.

    Step 12

    Spread some clarified butter or oil on raw side and flip it over and cook other side well. Pizza Paratha is ready to serve.

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    • Serve with Chili Garlic Sauce.

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  • Methi Chicken Recipe – A Tasty Tweak to your regular Chicken Curry

    Methi Chicken Recipe – A Tasty Tweak to your regular Chicken Curry

    Methi Chicken (Chicken Curry with Fenugreek Leaves)

    Methi Chicken is a lip smacking chicken recipe which is cooked under pressure(dum) along with yogurt, fresh methi and spices. This Methi Chicken recipe is easy to cook and great in taste, as well as looks and texture.

    Methi Chicken Recipe
    Methi Chicken Recipe (Chicken Curry with Fenugreek Leaves)

    This Methi Chicken is one of my go-to recipes when I want to cook a simple, wholesome non-vegetarian meal for my family. The basic recipe for this dish is my Mother’s so I know it is good as I grew up eating it. The fresh Methi (fenugreek) leaves add a lovely, earthy flavor to this dish. You can also use dried fenugreek if you don’t have access to fresh leaves and you should be able to find both fairly easily in any grocery.

    Methi Chicken Recipe (Chicken Curry with Fenugreek Leaves)
    Methi Chicken Recipe (Chicken Curry with Fenugreek Leaves)

    Goes great with plain rice, salad and Raita. If you thicken the gravy, it tastes just as good with hot, freshly made Chapatis.

    Methi Chicken Recipe (Chicken Curry with Fenugreek Leaves)

    Check it out the Methi Chicken recipe here!!

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    • 1-1/2 kg chicken cut into karahi pieces

    For the marinade:

    • 1 tsp each, ginger and garlic paste
    • 2 tsp yogurt
    • 1 tsp red chilli powder
    • ½ tsp cumin powder
    • Salt to taste

    For the Gravy:

    • 2 cardamoms
    • 1 cinnamon stick
    • 3 green chillies, chopped
    • 1/2 tsp black cumin seeds
    • 2 cups chopped fenugreek leaves
    • 1 lemon juice
    • 2 onions, finely chopped
    • 2 tomatoes, finely chopped

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    Directions:

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    Step 1

    Mix all the ingredients and marinate the chicken for 30 minutes.

    Grill in a pre-heated oven till golden brown.

    Step 3

    For the gravy, roast cardamom, cinnamon, black cumin seeds and chopped onions till golden brown.

    Step 4

    Add fenugreek leaves and saute for four minutes.

    Step 5

    Add tomatoes and chicken and cook till the aroma of the fenugreek leaves comes out.

    Step 6

    Put lemon juice, garnish with ginger julienne. Methi Chicken is ready to serve.

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    • Serve with chapati or white rice.

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  • Level Up Your Lunch: The Easy and Flavorful Chicken Paratha Recipe!

    Chicken Paratha

    Chicken flavored with aromatic spices inside a steaming hot paratha. You can actually amaze yourself by cooking deliciously perfect Chicken Paratha if you follow this step by step instructions.

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    chicken paratha

    chicken paratha recipe
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    Check it out the chicken paratha recipe here!

     

    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 40 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 4 [/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Medium [/one_fourth_last]

     

    Ingredients:

    • 500 gm minced chicken
    • 250 gm plain wheat flour
    • 6 green chillies, finely chopped
    • 4 tomatoes, chopped
    • 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
    • 2 tablespoon ghee or oil
    • 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
    • 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
    • salt to taste
    • a handful – chopped coriander leaves
    • ghee for parathas as required

     

    Directions:

    To Make Chicken filling:

    Step 1

    First of all, heat ghee, fry ginger and garlic. Put in minced chicken and simmer well.

    Step 2

    Stir in garam masala, salt and chilli powder. Add tomatoes and fry till tender, and ghee begins to separate.

    Step 3

    Add onions, green chillies and chopped coriander leaves. Set it aside to cool it off.
    To Make Chicken Paratha:

    Step 1

    First take wheat flour. Rub in some ghee and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

    Step 2

    Add some water to make a dough. Knead well till it is smooth and pliable.

    Step 3

    Roll it out with your hands into a long roll about 2 inches in diameter.

    Step 4

    Cut into pieces of equal size and flatten it.

    Step 5

    Fill in the chicken mixture.

    Step 6

    Put other flattened pieces on the first, weld the edges, flatten, roll out with a rolling pin into a cake.

    Step 7

    Shallow fry on a hot tawa (griddle)on both sides till light brown. Chicken Paratha is raedy to serve. ENJOY!!

    Serving Suggestions:

    • Serve with mint chutney.

     

    If you like chicken paratha recipe and make it then let me know your feedback by commenting below.

  • Cauliflower Curry Masala Recipe

    Cauliflower Curry Masala

    You’ve probably heard of Chicken curry; well this is almost the same thing but with a twist. Instead of chicken use cauliflower!! Cauliflower Curry Masala is a vegetable curry that makes for a good side with rotis. Traditional Pakistani cauliflower and potato curry recipe from my grandmother (Nani Jan). We used to eat this all the time growing up. My sister likes it with paratha.

    Cauliflower Curry Masala Recipe
    Photo: Cauliflower Curry Masala Recipe

     Check it out the Cauliflower Curry Masala Recipe here!!

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 35 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 5[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy[/one_fourth_last]

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    • 1 large Cauliflower, cut into florets
    • Oil for deep frying
    • 2 onions
    • 2 green chilies
    • 8-9 cloves of garlic
    • 1 inch piece of ginger
    • 2 tomatoes made into a puree
    • 1 tsp red chili powder
    • 1 tsp coriander powder
    • 1 tsp garam masala powder
    • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
    • 1 tsp kasoori methi
    • Salt to taste.

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 5 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    First deep fry the washed cauliflower florets and keep aside.

    Step 2

    Now heat 2 tablespoon oil in a wok.

    Step 3

    Make a paste of onions, green chilies, ginger and garlic and put it in the wok.

    Step 4

    Saute till it changes color and add the tomato puree to it.

    Step 5

    Now add all the spices, salt and kasoori methi and sauté till oil separates.

    Step 6

    Add the florets, and a cup of water and mix well. Garnish with chopped fresh coriander. Cauliflower Curry Masala is ready to serve.

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    • Serve with chapati, paratha or any bread.

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    If you like Cauliflower Curry Masala recipe and make it then let me know your feedback by commenting below.

  • The Perfect Light Lunch for Hot Days: Easy Pakistani Besan Ki Roti Recipe!

    Besan Ki Roti

    Besan Ki Roti is very flavorful and healthy flat-bread, high in protein and gluten free. Besan roti can be served with dal and leafy green vegetables  like spinach or with simple yogurt. Check it out the Besan ki roti recipe here!!

    Check it out the Besan Ki Roti Recipe here!!

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 25 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 6[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Medium [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 3 cups gram flour (besan)
    • 2 cups ghee
    • 1-1/2 cup wheat flour
    • 2 tablespoon cooking oil
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
    • 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder
    • 1 pinch asafetida

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 6 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Mix besan and wheat flour. Add salt and mix well.

    Step 2

    Add a little water and mix. The consistency should be soft and putty-like. It helps if you kneed it with a wet hand.

    Step 3

    Keep the dough in the fridge for 5 minutes.

    Step 4

    Divide this dough into 4 portions.

    Step 5

    Roll each portion into a ball and flatten it into a chapati shape (round).

    Step 6

    Spread a little oil or ghee on it.

    Step 7

    Make a cut in it from the center to the edge.

    Step 8

    Pick up the cut edge and start rolling it so that you end up with a cone.

    Step 9

    With the palm of your hand flatten it while twisting it so that it once again forms a ball type thing.

    Step 10

    Flatten it again in chapati shape and fry it on medium to low heat with three tbsp oil or more depending on the size of the frying pan.

    Step 11

    Turn it over once the bottom is golden brown. When both sides are golden brown it’s done. Besan Ki Roti is ready to serve

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  • Recipe: Aloo Channa Pulao

    Aloo Channa Pulao

    Bring a completely new scrumptious flavor in lentils and vegetables. And put a hearty smile your family’s face with great tasting vegetables and lentils on week days. Give it a try!!

    Aloo Channa Pulao Recipe
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    Channa Pulao is always my favorite.I have made it many times but this time I wanted to try it with Potatoes ( My fav veggie) and it came so good.

    I do remember my khala (anty) who would make fabulous chana pulao along with potatoes. Well, while making this aloo chana pulao recipe and writing this post i do remember the aroma and taste still lingering in my mind of her pulao. Her dishes was always cooked to perfection and the taste of the pulao was just heavenly.

    Aloo Channa Pulao Recipe
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    Though I make chana biryani often this [highlight]chana pulao[/highlight] is always my quick fix whenever I am pressed for time. Do try this Aloo Channa Pulao recipe. I had it Korma, mint raita and salad.It was a satisfying lunch.

    Aloo Channa Pulao Recipe
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    Note’s:

    1. For the chana pulao obviously you have to first cook the [highlight]chickpeas(kabuli channa)[/highlight].
    2. if you have leftover boiled chickpeas than these too can be added.
    3. The pulao has to be made with basmati rice and desi ghee or else something will be a little amiss if you do not use basmati rice and ghee. This is pretty easy pulao, great to put in your kids lunch box. If you pre cook the chana the previous day itself, then you don’t have to worry about anything. It can be made in minutes.
    4. If you are diet conscious you can add olive or sesame oil.

    This could be also quick fix for lunch box for office going people or students, since less cutting work. You can pack this with cucumber or vegetable raita.
    Check it out the Aloo Channa Pulao recipe and printable version below!!

    Aloo Channa Pulao

    Bring a completely new scrumptious flavor in lentils and vegetables. And put a hearty smile your family’s face with great tasting vegetables and lentils on week days. Do try this Aloo Channa Pulao Recipe, your family will love it.
    Prep Time 30 minutes
    Cook Time 45 minutes
    Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
    Servings 6
    Author Bushrah | Recipestable

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups basmati rice
    • 1 cup chickpeas white channa
    • 2 onion thinly sliced
    • 2 potatoes cubed
    • 2 bay leaves
    • 4 cloves
    • 5 black pepper pods
    • 3 cinnamon stick
    • 1 black cardamom
    • 3 green chilies thinly sliced
    • 4 tablespoon clarified butter or ghee
    • 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
    • salt to taste
    • 3-1/2 cups water or chicken stock

    For Garnishing

    • Fresh coriander leaves chopped

    Instructions

    Directions

    • Wash rice with few changes of water and soak them for 30 minutes. Keep aside.
    • Heat oil in a heavy bottom skillet over medium heat.
    • Add the cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper and bay leaves.
    • Now add the sliced onions, sliced green chilli and also the ginger garlic paste.
    • Saute them until the raw flavor fades.
    • Now add the Potato cubes and the boiled channa.
    • Stir well.
    • Cook for 5-6 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
    • Add rice and lightly stir.
    • Now add the salt and water.
    • Mix well and allow the rice to cook for 10 minutes or until done.
    • Cover with a lid and put on low flame.
    • After 10 minutes, turn the heat off.
    • Fluff the rice and dish it out.
    • Garnish with the coriander leaves. Aloo Channa Pulao is ready to serve.

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with Mint Raita and salad.
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  • Potato Cumin Paratha Recipe

    Potato Cumin Paratha

    Potato Paratha,all time favorite and popular paratha. Yes, this one has cumin in it. This Potato Cumin Paratha taste delicious with fresh, thick cream or a knob of unsalted, home-made butter. Check it out the Potato Cumin Paratha recipe!!

    Potato Cumin Paratha recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 20 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 4 [/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Medium[/one_fourth_last]

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    For Paratha:

    • 2 cups wheat flour
    • 2 tablespoon oil
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • warm water (to prepare dough)
    • Ghee or butter for frying

    For Paratha Filling:

    • 2 boiled potatoes, mashed
    • 4 green chilies, finely chopped
    • 4 tablespoon chopped coriander
    • 4 tablespoon cumin seeds, roasted
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 4 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Mix all the ingredients of filling in a bowl, expect cumin seeds.

    Step 2

    Take another bowl and mix flour, salt, sugar and oil. Then add water and knead the dough for 6-8 minutes.

    Step 3

    When it get smooth stop and cover it with a damp cloth for 30 minutes.

    Step 4

    After that make small balls from the dough.

    Step 5

    Take a wheat dough ball, flatten it with your palm.

    Step 6

    Fill it with 3 tbsp filling and close it again. Now dust it with cumin seeds from both sides.

    Step 7

    Flatten it in a round disk of 5 inch.

    Step 8

    Heat up the griddle (tava) and gently place the rolled out paratha over it.

    Step 9

    Cook it from one side for 4-5 minutes over medium flame. Then add ghee over it and fry it from both sides until pink.

    Step 10

    So make all parathas with same procedure. Potato Cumin Paratha is ready to serve.

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  • Steamed Egg Cubes Curry Recipe

    If you are bored eating regular style of egg curries and looking for a variation, you should definitely try this out. Usually we use boiled eggs in egg curries. But in this Steamed Egg Cubes Curry recipe, we steam the eggs initially and then we cut the steamed eggs into small cubes.

    If you like this Steamed Egg Cubes Curry recipe and make it then let me know your feedback by commenting below.

    Steamed Egg Cubes Curry Recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 2[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 4 eggs, lightly beaten
    • 1 onion, chopped
    • 3 green chilies, chopped
    • 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
    • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon cumin and mustard seeds
    • 1/4 teaspoon garam masla powder
    • a pinch of turmeric powder
    • 2 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander
    • 2 tablespoon cooking oil
    • salt to taste

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 2 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Take a bowl and spray little oil and pour beaten eggs. Add little salt and mix well.

    Step 2

    Take a pressure cooker and pour half cup of water.

    Step 3

    Keep the bowl in the cooker and close the lid. Do not put the whistle.
    Let it steam for 15 minutes.

    Step 4

    Meanwhile, heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds.

    Step 5

    Fry for few seconds and then add finely chopped onion and green chilies.

    Step 6

    After few minutes add turmeric powder, ginger garlic paste and salt.

    Step 7

    Fry until the onions are gold brown and then add red chili powder, coriander powder and garam masala powder. Mix well and cook for few more minutes.

    Step 8

    Now take the bowl out of cooker and cut the eggs into small cubes. Add them to the onion mixture and mix well.

    Step 9

    Now add one cup of water, cover with a lid and cook on a low flame for about 5 minutes.

    Step 10

    Once all the water is absorbed, turn off the heat. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Steamed Egg Cubes Curry is ready to serve.

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