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  • Handi Gosht Recipe

    Handi Gosht

    Even if we have tried the most fascinating and delicious foods from around the globe, we still come back to our authentic classic food. Do try this handi Gosht Recipe, you’ll love it.

    Handi Gosht Recipe
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    Check it out the Handi Gosht recipe here.

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:1 hour 30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings:8 [/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level:Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 2 lb mutton or lamb
    • 1 onion (chopped)
    • 1 tablespoon of ginger
    • 1 tablespoon garlic
    • ½ cup of cooking Oil
    • 2 tablespoon of dried red chili powder
    • ¼ tablespoon of turmeric powder
    • ¼ cup of yogurt
    • 1-½ tablespoon of salt
    • ½ tablespoon of all spice
    • 1 black cardamom
    • 1 cinnamon
    • 2 cloves
    • 4 black pepper
    • 2 green cardamom
    • 1 tablespoon wheat flour (heaped, mixed with ¼ cup of water)

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    Yield: 8 servings

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    Step 1

    Heat oil in a handi (deep frying pan) and fry chopped onion. When onions are golden brown, add rest of spices.

    Step 2

    Add in mutton and fry well. In local languages, it is called Bhoun-na. Add yogurt and heat again.

    Step 3

    Then, add 2 cups of water. Cover and cook for 1 hour or until meat is tender.

    Step 4

    Add flour mixture and cook for 15 minutes on low heat. Put “Dam” (heat) till oil floats on top. Handi Gosht is ready to serve.

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    • Serve hot with roti or basmati rice.

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    If you like Handi Gosht recipe and make it then let me know your feedback by commenting below.And if you know more innovative ways in which we can utilize this mouth watering Handi Gosht, do share with us and we would be glad to give it a try.

  • Hot Peanut Sauce Recipe

    Try this Hot Peanut Sauce recipe from a member of the Recipestable Community.

    [one_third] Prep Time: 10 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 0 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings:  4 [/one_third_last]

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    • 4 tbsp peanut butter
    • 4 tbsp hot water
    • 2 tbsp soy sauce
    • 1 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
    • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
    • 1 1/2 tsp lemon juice

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    Step 1

    In a small bowl combine peanut butter and water; mix until a smooth paste forms.

    Step 2

    Stir in soy sauce, then brown sugar, cayenne and lemon juice.

    Step 3

    Mix by hand until well combined and smooth. Hot Peanut Sauce is ready to serve. Enjoy!

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    • This classic peanut sauce recipe is great for summer rolls, cold noodles, or salad

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  • A Taste of Pakistan: Make Delicious Chicken Haleem at Home!

    If you have to cook for a big family dinner then instead of laying out a table with a variety of dishes serve this mouth watering Chicken Haleem with naan and let them all enjoy this finger licking dish.

    Chicken Haleem recipe
    Photo: Chicken Haleem

    Try the easy recipe of Chicken Haleem shown below!!

    Chicken Haleem recipe
    Photo: Chicken Haleem
    Photo: Pakistani Chicken Haleem
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes

    Cook Time: 2 hours

     Servings: 6 

    Ingredients

    • 1 kg boneless chicken
    • 2 onions
    • 2 cups whole wheat
    • 1 cup oil
    • 1/2 cup gram pulse
    • 1/2 cup mung pulse
    • 1/2 cup red lentils
    • 1 onion, fried
    • 3 tsp red chili powder
    • 2 tsp salt
    • 2 tsp all whole spices
    • 2 tsp coriander powder
    • 2 tsp all spice powder
    • 1/2 tsp nutmeg powder
    • 1/2 tsp mace powder
    • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
    • chaat masala as required

    For Garnishing

    • Julien ginger
    • fried onion
    • lemon wedges

    Step by Step Method

    Step 1

    In a large bowl, mix together all pulses and whole wheat then soak in water for 4 hours.

    Step 2

    In a flat pan, roast all whole spice then grind them in a grinder. Set aside.

    Step 3

    Place chicken, onion, soaked drained pulses and wheat in a large pot.

    Step 4

    Add 4 cups water and red chilli, turmeric and ground all spices.

    Step 5

    Cook on low heat for 2 hours or until everything is well cooked, stirring frequently. Blend pulses and chicken slightly with a wooden ladle ( give ghota).

    Step 6

    Now stir in the ground nutmeg and mace.Take it out in a dish and give tarka. Top with fried onion, coriander leaves, green chilli and ginger.

    Step 7

    Sprinkle chaat masala over it. Chicken Haleem is ready to serve.

    • Serve with naan, green chili and fried onion.

     

  • Roasted Leg of Lamb (Musallam Raan) Recipe

    Are you ready for the tastiest, most tender melt in your mouth meat you’ve ever had? Roasted Leg of Lamb (Musallam Raan) is, quite simply, sensational.

    A whole pot roasted raan is a festive dish. On the other hand the hassle of carving it at the table may make it seem unsuitable for large party. Good for a family celebration or a few special guests, this is a simplified version of a north classic. Check it out the Musallam Raan recipe here!!

    This leg of lamb is marinated 4 hours with yogurt, vinegar, garlic, and spices  then oven seared and slow roasted. Be prepared for many requests for seconds

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    • 2-1/2 kg whole mutton leg
    • 1/2 cup ghee or butter
    • 1 onion onions, thinly and evenly sliced
    • 1 cup yogurt
    • 4 tablespoon raw papaya paste
    • 3 tablespoon khoya
    • 2 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
    • 2 tablespoon red chilli powder
    • 2 tablespoon parched grams, powder
    • 2 tablespoon almonds, blanched and ground with water
    • 1 tablespoon coriander powder
    • 1 tablespoon garam masala powder
    • 1 tablespoon pepper corns, powder
    • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds ground with water
    • 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
    • 1 teaspoon mace powder
    • 2 drops kewara essence
    • 1 pinch saffron diluted in warm water
    • salt according to taste

    For Garnishing:

    • 1/2 tsp chat masala
    • 2 fresh lemon
    • 4-5 fresh salad leaves

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    Step 1

    Heat the ghee and fry sliced onions to a golden brown. Remove, grind and keep aside.

    Step 2

    Remove all the white membranes from the surface of the meat.

    Step 3

    Prick the leg thoroughly down to the bone with a fork.

    Step 4

    Except ghee, mix all the ingredients including fried ground onions, and apply evenly all over the leg.

    Step 5

    Prick again so that spices enter the body of the meat. Marinade for 2 hours.

    Step 6

    No water to be added. Place the leg in a thick bottomed wide open pan with ghee, put on a moderate fire and cover.

    Step 7

    Put some live charcoals on top of the lid. Turn leg occasionally and baste it with the ghee. Cook till it is absolutely tender.

    Step 8

    Alternatively bake it in a moderately hot oven , turning and basting as above, for about 2 hours or till it is well cooked. Musallam Raan is ready to serve.

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    • Serve hot with naan and raita.

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  • Barbecue Beef Recipe

    This Barbecue Beef is zesty and yummy.It is very easy to make, as well as very deserving of 3 exclamation points. Spoon meat onto toasted sandwich buns, and top with additional barbecue sauce. So set ingredients and try this Barbecue Beef recipe.

    [one_third] Prep Time: 20 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 10 hours[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 12[/one_third_last]

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    • 1-1/2 cups ketchup
    • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
    • 1/4 cup  vinegar
    • 2 tablespoons prepared Dijon-style mustard
    • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
    • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 4 pounds boneless chuck roast

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    Yield: 12 servings

    Amount Per Serving

    • Calories:276 kcal
    • Carbohydrates:13.5 g
    • Cholesterol:65 mg
    • Fat: 16.2 g
    • Fiber: 0.1 g
    • Protein:18.7 g
    • Sodium: 562 mg

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    Step 1

    In a large bowl, combine ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Dijon-style mustard, Worcestershire sauce and liquid smoke. Stir in salt, pepper and garlic powder.

    Step 2

    Place chuck roast in a slow cooker. Pour ketchup mixture over chuck roast. Cover, and cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours.

    Step 3

    Remove chuck roast from slow cooker, shred with a fork, and return to the slow cooker. Stir meat to evenly coat with sauce. Continue cooking approximately 1 hour. Barbecue Beef is ready to serve.
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    • Serve on toasted sandwich buns, and top with additional barbecue sauce.

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  • Eid Delight: The Flavorful Mutton Steam Recipe!

    A special recipe to make at the occasion of Bakra Eid when we have a quantity of meat and can’t get what to make new. Mutton steam is  relatively easy with a delicious taste.

    [one_third] Prep Time: 30 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 50 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 6[/one_third_last]

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    • 1 kg boneless mutton
    • 1 cup white vinegar
    • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
    • 2 tbsp red chili, crushed
    • 1 tbsp garlic paste
    • 1 tbsp ginger paste
    • 1 tbsp ground cumin
    • 1 tbsp hot spice powder
    • 1 tbsp chaat masala
    • a pinch of nutmeg powder
    • salt to taste
    • oil as required

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    Yield: 6 servings

    Nutritional information is not yet available.

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    Step 1

    Wash mutton and remove all excess fat. Pat dry then cut into bite size pieces.
    Step 2

    Place mutton pieces in a large bowl. Add vinegar, ginger garlic paste. Leave it for 30 minutes then drain.
    Step 3

    Heat oil in a deep pot or skillet. Fry mutton in hot oil for 5-8 minutes or until light golden. Remove from oil and leave it to cool completely.
    Step 4

    In a separate bowl, add yogurt, red chili, cumin, nutmeg powder, hot spices and salt. Mix well.
    Step 5

    Apply this mixture over fried mutton. Leave it for 30 minutes. Now steam for 30-40 minutes or until meat is tender. Mutton Steam is ready to serve. ENJOY!!

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    • Serve  hot with naan and mint chutney.

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  • Chaamp Kabab Recipe

    Try this Chaamp Kabab Recipe from a member of the Recipestable Community.

    [one_third] Prep Time: 20 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 30 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 3 [/one_third_last]

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    • 500 gm Lamb Chops
    • 2 Small Onions Chopped
    • 1 Tsp Ginger / Garlic Paste
    • 2 – 3 Eggs1 Tsp Salt
    • 1 Tbsp Vinegar
    • 1 Tsp Black Pepper
    • 1/2 Cup Oil

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    Step: 1

    Wash the chops and pierce them all over with a fork, par-boil and drain them.

    Step 2

    Rub the ginger / garlic, salt and pepper on the chops.

    Step 3

    Then spread the onions on top and set aside for 15 minutes.

    Step 4

    Beat the eggs until thay are fluffy and then pour over the chops.

    Step 5

    Sprinkle the vinegar on top.

    Step 6

    Heat the oil and fry until they are golden-brown. Chaamp Kabab are ready to serve. ENJOY!!

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    • Serve hot with coleslaw salad.

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  • Chilli Milli Beef Recipe

    Easy to make hot and spicy beef skewers. If you like spicy food, you’re sure to love this one. Goes great with steamed veggies and fried rice.Check it out the Chilli Milli Beef recipe here!!

    [one_third] Prep Time: 15 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 25 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 3 [/one_third_last]

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    • 1/2 kg beef, cut into cubes
    • 1 tbsp ginger paste
    • 1 tbsp garlic paste
    • 2 tbsp papaya paste
    • 4 tbsp lemon juice
    • 2 tbsp tamarind pulp
    • 2 tbsp tomato ketchup
    • 1/2 tsp chat masala
    • 1 tsp crushed red chilies
    • 1 tsp black pepper
    • Salt to taste
    • 5 tbsp oil
    • bamboo skewer as required

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    Step 1

    Marinate meat for at least 5 hours with papaya paste, ginger/garlic paste, 1 tbsp oil and salt.

    Step 2

    Put 4-5 pieces of meat on each bamboo stick and place them in a wide frying pan with 4 tbsp oil.

    Step 3

    Cover the frying pan with a lid and cook till meat becomes tender.

    Step 4

    Turn the sticks once.

    Step 5

    Put tomato ketchup, lemon juice, tamarind pulp, chat masala, red chillies, and black pepper in a bowl to make a mixture.

    Step 6

    When meat becomes tender and all the water dries up, add the tomato mixture and cook till water dries up. Delicious chilli milli beef is ready.

    Step 7

    Take it out in a serving dish. Garnish with sliced onion and lemon.

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    • Serve hot with mint chutney.

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  • Masala Chilli Fry Recipe

    Masala Chilli Fry

    Those who likes spicy food are going to love this Masala Chilli Fry Recipe. Try this Masala Chilli Fry recipe and don’t forget to share your experience with us!!

    Masala Chilli Fry recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 35 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 4[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 1 cup green chilies, chopped
    • 2 Red chilly
    • 1 tbsp Rice
    • 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
    • 1 sprig Curry leaves
    • 1 tsp Tamarind paste
    • 1 cup coconut
    • 1-2 cups Water
    • 1 tbsp Fenugreek seeds
    • 2 tbsp Mustard seeds
    • 1 tbsp Cooking oil
    • Salt to taste

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    Step 1

    Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds and when they crackle add red chilly and curry leaves and fry for a while.

    Step 2

    Add the green chilly and fry till browned.

    Step 3

    Now add tamarind paste turmeric powder and salt and bring to boil.

    Step 4

    Now reduce the heat and cook on low flame.

    Step 5

    Meanwhile, heat a pan and roast fenugreek seeds and rice till browned and grind to get a fine powder.

    Step 6

    Add this to curry. Continue cooking on low flame till gravy is thickened.

    Step 7

    Remove from flame. Chilli Masala Fry is ready to serve.

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    • Serve this as a pickle. It can be kept refrigerated for a month.

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  • Darbari Fish Recipe

    Darbari Fish

    A luscious and easy to cook recipe for those who like sea food’s. Goes great with anardana chutney and onion rings as side dish of your meal.

    Darbari Fish Recipe
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     Check it out Darbari Fish recipe here.

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:20 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 3[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy[/one_fourth_last]

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    • 500 gm fish fillets
    • 2 tbsp ginger garlic paste
    • 2 tbsp tomato paste
    • 2 tbsp coriander leaves
    • 2 tbsp mint leaves
    • 1 tbsp lemon juice
    • 1 tsp cumin powder
    • 1 tsp coriander powder
    • 1 tsp red chili powder
    • 1/2 tsp all spice powder
    • 1/2 tsp carom seeds
    • 2 drops red food color
    • 1/4 cup plain flour
    • 4 tbsp water
    • 1/4 cup oil
    • salt to taste

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    Yield: 3 servings

    Nutritional information is not yet available.

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    Step 1

    Wash meat thoroughly and drain in a colander. Then cut into small cubes.

    Step 2

    In a small bowl, mix together ginger garlic paste, salt and lemon juice. Pour over the fish. Mix well. Marinate for 30 minutes to blend flavors.

    Step 3

    In another bowl, combine together flour, cumin, coriander, all spice, red chili, tomato paste, red food color, carom seeds, coriander and mint leaves.

    Step 4

    Mix well and make a thick paste with water as required.

    Step 5

    Coat the marinated fish cubes with prepared paste.

    Step 6

    Heat oil in a shallow pan over medium heat.

    Step 7 

    Fry fish on both sides for 5 minutes or until crispy and golden brown.

    Step 8

    Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel. Transfer into a serving platter. Darbari Fish is ready to serve.Enjoy!!

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    • Enjoy with french fries and fried ring onions.

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    If you like Darbari Fish Recipe and make it then let me know your feedback by commenting below.And if you know more innovative ways in which we can utilize this mouth watering Darbari Fish, do share with us and we would be glad to give it a try.

  • Capsicum Pickle Recipe

    Here’s a simple way to make delicious capsicum pickles, perfect as a party snack or added to a salad. This hot and sour capsicum pickle is sure to tingle all your taste buds. These can also be packed into sterile containers and sealed for later use.

    Capsicum Pickle recipe
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    Check it out the capsicum pickle recipe here:

    Ready In: 15 minutes
    Prep Time: 14 minutes
    Cook Time: 1 minute

    This recipe make 4 serving(s).

    Ingredients:

    • 2 Bell Pepper
    • 1 Tomato
    • 1 tbsp Red Chili Powder
    • A pinch of  Turmeric Powder
    • 1/4 tsp Fenugreek seeds
    • 1 tsp  Mustard seeds
    • 1 tsp Cumin seeds
    • 2 Garlic Cloves 2
    • Salt to taste
    • Oil 1 tbsp

    Method:

    • Wash, pat dry, remove stems, remove seeds and chop bell pepper into big chunks.
    • Wash, pat dry and chop the tomatoes.
    • Peel and slice the garlic pods.
    • In a pan, dry roast fenugreek seeds, mustard seeds, cumin seeds until aromatic.
    • Using a spice blender, blend together roasted ingredients into smooth powder along with salt.
    • Heat oil in a pan, add chopped bell pepper and fry till bell pepper changes color and becomes little soft.
    • Then stir in chopped tomato and cook till tomato becomes mushy and the mixture comes together.
    • Now add, ground spice powder, red chili powder and turmeric powder.
    • Fry for a minute and remove from heat.
    • In another small pan, add garlic and all talimpu ingredients in order.
    • When dal turns light brown and mustard seeds splutter, add this to above capsicum pickle.
    • Mix well.

    Notes:

    • Store tight and refrigerate to stay fresh for weeks.
    • Make sure to cook the capsicum well before adding other ingredients.

    Serving Suggestions:

    • Serve capsicum pickle with rice or with dosa etc..

     

  • Lemon Pickle without Oil Recipe

    Lemon Pickle is a condiment that creates a intense flavor in meals. Here is an easy recipe to make lemon pickle with lemon and simple spices.  Very tempting lemon pickle recipe.

    Lemon pickle without oil recipe
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    Try the easy recipe of Lemon pickle without oil shown below.

    Ready In:  20 minutes
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 3 minutes

    This recipe make 6 serving(s).

    Ingredients:

    • 6  lemons
    • ½-cup salt
    • ¼-cup red chili powder
    • ½-cup sugar
    • 3 tsp turmeric powder
    • 1 tsp methi seeds
    • 1 tsp black mustard seeds
    • ¼-tsp hing powder
    • Juice of 1 lemon (2-3 lemons in India)
    • Large glass jar, approx 2 liters in volume

    Method:

    • Wash and dry 6 lemons thoroughly.
    • There should be no water on the lemons or in your jar.
    • Slice off the stalk scar as shown below.
    • Cut the lemon into quarters and then cut each quarter into a half along the length.
    • Then cut each resulting piece into quarters or thirds.
    • Fill the glass jar as you go along.
    • Add ½-cup salt ,¼-cup chili powder , ½-cup sugar.
    • Add 3 tsp of turmeric powder and shake the jar about to help the powders get to as many lemons as possible.
    • Next you need 1 tsp methi seeds, 1 tsp black mustard seeds, ¼ tsp asafetida or hing powder.
    • Roast these three ingredients on medium flame for about 4-5 minutes till there is a mouth-watering aroma in your kitchen and the methi seeds look a little tanned.
    • They should not look sunburn, just nicely tanned.
    • Grind these into powdered and mix to the jar. The lemons should have started oozing juice already.
    • Add the juice of 1 lemon.
    • The jar must be placed in the sun to cook slowly in its warmth.
    • Give it a good shake as you put it out and bring it in each day.
    • Lemon pickle should be ready in about 2 months when the peel has softened and is no longer crispy.
    • Enjoy!

     

  • Lamb Tikka Boti Recipe

    Lamb Tikka Boti

    This is a traditional Pakistani recipe for a classic dish of barbecued lamb in a papaya and yogurt marinade. Do try it!!

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    Check it out the lamb Tikka boti recipe here:

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 20 minutes [/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 20 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 4[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 500 gm boneless lamb, cut into chunks
    • 3 tbsp lemon juice
    • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
    • 2 tbsp tikka masala
    • 1 tbsp raw papaya paste
    • 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
    • 1 tbsp crushed red chili
    • 1 tsp cumin seeds
    • salt taste

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    Yield: 4 servings

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    Step 1

    Place lamb chunks in a mixing bowl. Add papaya, ginger garlic, lemon juice, tikka masala, cumin, salt and red pepper. Stir to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours to blend flavors.

    Step 2
    Preheat a grill over medium high heat. Thread meat on skewers. Grill for 15 minutes or until water dry and meat is cooked thorough.

    Step 3

    Brush with oil. Remove from the skewers. Transfer into a serving dish. Lamb Tikka Boti is ready to serve. ENJOY!!
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    • Serve Lamb Tikka Boti along with lemon wedges and mint raita.

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

  • Simply Delicious: Make Flavorful Palak Chicken in Minutes

    Simply Delicious: Make Flavorful Palak Chicken in Minutes

    Palak Chicken

    Saag Chicken is an easy to make, tasty Indian and Pakistani recipe. This classic chicken and spinach dish gets richness from milk and butter. This dish combines chicken with spinach and the end result is a tasty, nutritious and healthy dish. This is a great way to get vegetables and protein into one dish. Goes great with Naan or rice. Try this healthy Saag Chicken  recipe packed full of spinach goodness.

    Check it out the Saag Chicken recipe here!!

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 1 hour[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 6 [/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Medium [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 3 pound boneless chicken, cut into 1-1/2 inch pieces
    • 2 pound spinach, washed and chopped
    • 2 onions, finely chopped
    • 5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
    • 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
    • 1-inch piece of ginger, finely chopped
    • 2 whole cloves
    • 2 big cardamom pods
    • 1/4 cup water
    • 6 tbsp vegetable oil
    • 4 tbsp milk
    • 2 tbsp butter
    • 1 tsp coriander powder
    • 1 tsp garam masala
    • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
    • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
    • 1/2 tsp salt

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 6 servings

    Amount per serving.

    • Calories: 868.5
    • Fat: 63.3 g (Saturated Fat: 16.3 g)
    • Cholesterol: 172.6 mg
    • Sodium: 902.0 mg
    • Carbohydrate: 29.8 g
    • Dietary Fiber: 11.4 g
    • Sugars: 4.7 g
    • Protein: 51.6 g

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Place spinach and 1/4 cup water in a large pot.

    Step 2

    Bring to the boil and cook for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.

    Step 3

    Remove from heat and let it cool. Grind spinach in a blender. Set aside.

    Step 4

    Heat 4 tablespoon oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5 minutes or until lightly browned.

    Step 5

    Transfer into a plate and keep aside.

    Step 6

    Heat the remaining oil in a pan. Saute onion, ginger and garlic until lightly browned.

    Step 7

    Stir in tomatoes.

    Step 8

    Season with salt, cayenne pepper, ground coriander and turmeric.

    Step 9

    Add 1 tablespoon water, cloves and cardamom. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until all water dries up.

    Step 10

    Return chicken to the pot.

    Step 11

    Add milk and spinach. Simmer for 20 minutes or until the chicken is tender and spinach starts sticking to the pot.

    Step 12

    Remove from heat. Transfer into a serving dish. Top with butter. Saag Chicken is ready to serve.

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    • Serve with chapati or rice.

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

  • Shola Kebab Recipe

    Spicy and aromatic lamb chunks that is very delicious and tendered with barbecue’s smoke. Goes well with Naan and Mint Chutney, Check it out the Shola Kebab recipe here!!

    [one_third] Prep Time: 15 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 30 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 6[/one_third_last]

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    • 1 kg boneless lamb, cut into 1-1/2 inch pieces
    • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
    • 1/2 cup mustard oil
    • 2 tbsp ginger garlic paste
    • 2 tbsp papaya paste
    • 2 tbsp red chili powder
    • 2 tbsp vinegar
    • 1 tbsp garam masala
    • 1 tbsp onion seeds, crushed
    • 1/4 tsp white pepper
    • 1/4 tsp fenugreek powder
    • 1/4 tsp green cardamom powder
    • 1/4 tsp coriander seeds, crushed
    • 1/4 tsp mustard seeds, crushed
    • 1/4 tsp cumin seeds, crushed
    • salt to taste

    For Basting:

    • 2 tbsp butter, melted

    For Garnishing:

    • 2 lemon, cut into wedges
    • 1 onion, cut into rings.

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    Step 1

    In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, mustard oil, ginger-garlic paste, papaya, vinegar, salt and all spices. Mix well.

    Step 2

    Add lamb pieces. Toss to coat evenly.

    Step 3

    Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to blend flavors . Discard marinade.

    Step 4

    Thread meat on metal skewers.

    Step 5

    Roast in a medium hot oven for 20 minutes. Baste with melted butter.

    Step 6

    Roast 5 minutes longer or until meat is tender. Remove from the skewers.

    Step 7

    Transfer into a serving dish. Garnish with Onion rings and Lemon wedges. Shola Kebab is ready to serve.

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    • Serve hot with mint chutney!!!

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  • Flavorful Chicken Bhindi Masala: A Quick & Easy Weeknight Dinner

    Chicken Bhindi

    I love BHINDI and in any form:)) Being truly a [highlight]bhindi lover[/highlight], I love to try different recipes with it. Bhindi Masala is one of the famouse dishes of Pakistani Home Cooking and people really love it. This is one of the special dishes made from okra (bhindi).Bhindi (Okra) can be cooked with variations. You can cook it with chicken or meat, or for a vegetarian touch you can cook it without meat.

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    After a hectic week, it’s time for something a little more savory and easy to cook meal. We start this week with another one of my mommy’s recipes. This is her Chicken Bhindi recipe.
    This time though she has combined both the chicken and okra to create this savoury, fragrant and juicy curry. Yummy…..sounds delicious!!

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    If you are in a mood of cooking Bhindi (Okra) differently, without using mutton or beef, probably this is the recipe for you. This is curry based dish, perfect for lunch. A simple and easy chicken bhindi recipe which can be ready in just 35 minutes.Serve this with roti or naan for a weeknight meal with a difference!

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    Photo: Chicken Bhindi with Chapati or Roti

    Bismillah, let’s get started!

    Check it out the Chicken Bhindi Recipe and printable version below!!

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    Chicken Bhindi

    A simple and easy chicken bhindi recipe which can be ready in just 35 minutes.Serve this with roti or naan for a weeknight meal with a difference!
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 40 minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes
    Servings 6
    Author Bushrah | Recipestable

    Ingredients

    • 500 gm chicken
    • 500 gm okra
    • 4 green chilies
    • 2 onions thinly sliced
    • 3 to matoes chopped
    • 1/2 cup oil
    • 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
    • 1 tbsp red chili powder
    • 1 tbsp coriander powder
    • 1 tsp all spice powder
    • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
    • salt to taste
    • 1 onion sliced or chopped

    Instructions

    Directions

    • Wash okra properly then cut them from top and bottom.
    • Pat dry.
    • Heat oil in a wok or karahi over medium heat.
    • Fry the okras for 8-10 minutes or until slightly golden.
    • Take it out and drain on a paper towel.
    • Set aside.
    • Now add onions in the remaining oil.
    • Cook for 2-3 minutes or until translucent.
    • Add ginger garlic paste and cook 1 minute longer.
    • Add chicken, red chili, coriander and turmeric and tomatoes.
    • Cook until chicken is no longer pink and all water dries.
    • As the meat tender, add in fried okra, 1 onion and green chilies.
    • Sprinkle all spice powder.
    • Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
    • Take it out in a serving dish.
    • Chicken Bhindi is ready to serve. Enjoy!!

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve hot with chapati or roti.

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