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  • Lamb or Mutton Korma Recipe (with Step-by-Step Pictorial Instructions)

    Lamb or Mutton Korma Recipe (with Step-by-Step Pictorial Instructions)

    Lamb Mutton Korma recipe with step by step pictures
    Lamb or Mutton Korma
    Lamb Mutton Korma recipe
    Lamb or Mutton Korma
    Lamb Mutton Korma recipe
    Lamb Mutton Korma

    Mutton Korma Ingredients:

    • 1 kg mutton (rinse and drained)
    • 3 onions, thinly sliced
    • 1 cup oil
    • 1cup plain yogurt
    • 1 tbsp ginger paste
    • 1 tbsp garlic paste
    • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
    • 1 tsp coriander powder
    • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
    • 1/2 tsp  black pepper
    • 1 tsp cumin seeds, roasted
    • 4-5 green cardamom pods
    • 1 cinnamon stick (about 1-inch)
    • 2 tbsp kewra water
    • 3 bay leaves
    • 4 cloves
    • salt to taste

    For Garnishing:

    • 1/4 cup blanched almond
    • 2 tbsp brown onion
    • 1 tbsp julienne ginger

    How to make Mutton Korma:

    Heat oil or ghee in a pan , add sliced onions and fry on high heat for 8-10 minutes or until the onions turn transparent.

    Stir frequently then reduce heat to low and continue to fry until the onion are light golden.

    Remove from the oil and drain.

    Spread the fried onions on absorbent paper.

    Allow it to cool and when crispy ,

    crush it coarsely with a rolling pin

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    In the same oil add ginger-garlic paste and fry for few seconds.

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  • 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.

  • Recipe: Masala Steam Chicken

    Recipe: Masala Steam Chicken

    Masala Steam Chicken

    A very tasty masala steam chicken recipe   is given to you that is certainly a tasty way to enjoy chicken, as spices such as cumin, garam masala, tamarind are used to flavour and give a tentalising taste.

    Masala Steam Chicken recipe
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    Check it out the Masala Steam Chicken Recipe here!!

     

    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 4[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 500 gm chicken, cut into small size pieces
    • 1 tsp ginger paste
    • 1 tsp garlic paste
    • 1 egg, lightly beaten
    • 3 tbsp plain flour
    • 2 tbsp red chili powder
    • 1 tbsp cumin seeds
    • 1 tbsp hot spice powder
    • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
    • 1/2 cup tamarind paste
    • salt to taste
    • Oil for frying

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 4 servings

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    Directions:
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    1. Place chicken in a large bowl.
    2. Add ginger garlic paste, tamarind paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin, hot spices powder and salt.
    3. Mix well.
    4. Now coat chicken pieces with flour.
    5. Then dip in beaten egg.
    6. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
    7. Fry chicken for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
    8. Remove from the oil.
    9. Now steam chicken for 10-15 minutes or until tender.
    10. Masala Steam Chicken is ready to serve.

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    • Serve with Coleslaw salad and french fries.

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

  • Aloo Tikki with a Twist: Make Delicious Peshawari Potato Kebabs!

    Peshawari Potato Kebab

    Its the Vegetarian version of chapli kabab; ingredients are of Peshawari kebab but used potatoes instead of meat. I like these crispy Peshawari Potato Kebab (cutlets).Top of all its easy to make and if you want any thing classy in few minutes then you should go for this Peshawari Potato Kebab recipe.

    Peshawari Potato Kebab Recipe
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    Lunch box recipe for kids also i am sure your kids will like it. Must try this Peshawari Potato Kebab recipe in Ramadan.

    Peshawari Potato Kebab Recipe
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    Check it out the Peshawari Potato Kebab recipe here!!

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 20 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 8[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 1 kg Potatoes, boiled and mashed
    • 1 small onion, finely chopped
    • 1 small tomato, finely chopped
    • 1 egg
    • 3 green chilies, finely chopped
    • 5 tablespoon dry pomegranate seeds (anardana)
    • 5 tablespoon gramflour (besan)
    • 2 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander
    • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, roasted and crushed
    • 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, roasted and crushed
    • 1 teaspoon red chilies, crushed
    • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
    • salt to taste
    • oil for shallow frying
    • 2 tomatoes,cut into rounds

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 8 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Place potatoes in a large bowl. Mash them properly.

    Peshawari Potato Kebab Recipe
    Step 1 

    Step 2

    Add onion, tomato, coriander and green chilies in it.

    Peshawari Potato Kebab Recipe
    Step 2 

     Step 3

    Add all the remaining ingredients except  oil.

    Peshawari Potato Kebab Recipe
    Step 3

    Step 4

    Mix until well combined.

    Peshawari Potato Kebab Recipe
    Step 4 

    Step 5

    Shape into kebabs and put one tomato slice over the each kebab. Lightly press it.

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    Step 5 

    Step 6

    Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Shallow fry kebabs until crispy and golden brown.

    Peshawari Potato Kebab recipe
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    Step 5

    Take it out in a serving platter. Delicious Peshawari Potato Kebab is ready to serve.

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    Step 7 ~ Peshawari Potato Kebab ready to eat 🙂

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    • Serve with tamarind chutney and green chutney.

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    If you like Peshawari Potato Kebab recipe and make it then let me know your feedback by commenting below.

  • Crispy Chicken Pakora Recipe

    Crispy Chicken Pakora

    Marinated chicken pieces dip in egg then coat in the seasoned flour mixture. Its a fast supper to make or great for party nibbles. Restaurant Style Crispy chicken pakora is now prepared at home with this Crispy Chicken Pakora recipe. It tastes best served sizzling hot with your favorite sauces. Check it out the Crispy Chicken Pakora recipe here!!’

    Crispy Chicken Pakora Recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 20 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 8 [/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 1 kg boneless chicken
    • 1/2 cup chickpea flour
    • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
    • 1/2 cup cornflour
    • 1/2 cup rice flour
    • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
    • 4 tablespoon vinegar
    • 2 tablespoon garlic powder
    • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
    • 2 tablespoon chicken powder
    • 1 tablespoon red chilli powder
    • salt according to taste
    • Oil for deep frying

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 8 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Place chicken in a large bowl, Add vinegar, soy sauce , garlic powder, chicken powder, chili powder and salt. Mix well.

    Step 2

    Cover and marinate for half an hour.

    Step 3

    Place all flours in a shallow dish or tray. Add red pepper, and salt according to your taste. Mix well.

    Step 4

    Dip the marinated chicken pieces in the beaten eggs.

    Step 5

    Then coat them with the spice mixture by pressing the pieces properly in the spice mixture.

    Step 6

    Remove extra spice mixture from the pieces by shaking them.

    Step 7

    Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Deep fry the chicken pieces on medium flame for 20 minutes or until they turn crispy and golden brown

    Step 8

    Remove from the pan. and drain on paper towel. Crispy Chicken Pakora is ready to serve. ENJOY!!

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    • Serve with any sauce, coleslaw salad and french fries.

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

  • Skip the Takeout: Make Restaurant-Style Hareesa at Home!

    Harissa with Kabab

    Harissa is a traditional Kashmiri dish made with wheat and grains. The specialty of this dish is kabab are added in it for more delicate taste and texture. It’s a favorite spicy dish in our country and the most cooked dish on gatherings and parties.

    Harissa with kabab Recipe
    Photo: Harissa with kabab Recipe

    This is my Rubina Khala’s ( my aunt) fabulous Harissa with kabab recipe that has become one of my absolute favorites and a must-have whenever we when we have a family gathering or family dinner. I recently asked for the recipe and added my twist.Truly delicious, very filling and energy boosting.

    I love to eat Harissa any time; if only i din’t have to give away my last energy stirring it, I would have really made it every day!!

    Harissa with kabab Recipe
    I love to eat Harissa any time. 😛

    Way of eating harissa depends on the region as well. Some people eats it directly with spoon and some people eats it with naan bread.  Perfect dinner idea for Bakra Eid. Do try it, I hope you enjoy these as much as my family does.

    Check it out the Harissa with Kabab Recipe and printable version below!!

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    Harissa with Kabab

    Harissa is a traditional Kashmiri dish made with wheat and grains. The specialty of this dish is kabab are added in it for more delicate taste and texture. It’s a favorite spicy dish in our country and the most cooked dish on gatherings and parties.
    Prep Time 30 minutes
    Cook Time 2 hours
    Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
    Servings 8
    Author Bushrah | Recipestable

    Ingredients

    • For Harissa
    • 1 kg mutton
    • 2 onion thinly sliced
    • 1 whole garlic bulb don’t peel
    • 2 inch piece of ginger peeled and chopped
    • 1 cup clarified butter or desi ghee
    • 3/4 cup wheat crushed
    • 1/2 cup rice
    • 1/2 cup whole moong daal whole green lentil
    • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
    • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder haldi
    • salt according to taste

    For Kabab

    • 750 gm mince keema
    • 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
    • 1 onion chopped
    • 3 tablespoon seekh kabab masala
    • 1/2 teaspoon red chili crushed
    • salt to taste
    • oil for frying

    Instructions

    Directions

    • Soak rice and wheat together and boil until mushy.
    • Soak moong in warm water.
    • Put all the kabab ingredients except oil in a chopper or food processor. Process until well combined.
    • Take it out in a mixing bowl and make finger size kabab.
    • Heat oil in a shallow pan over medium heat. Shallow fry kababs until turned golden brown.
    • Remove from the oil and keep aside
    • Take a large pot, add meat ,onion, ginger, garlic, turmeric powder, coriander powder, red pepper and salt.
    • Add 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil and cook until meat is tender and it has enough soup in it.
    • Discard garlic and onion.
    • Add moong daal in it and cook until meat is all mushy.
    • Add rice and wheat in it. Cook and stir for 15 minutes or until well combined.
    • Blend with a hand blender and add all spice powder. Cook and stir for 20 minutes or until you have haleem like Consistency.
    • Now put kababs in it.
    • Make tarka (bighaar) with clarified butter. Add a pinch of turmeric and cayenne to give color.
    • Put tarka on the harissa.
    • Dish it out. Garnish with green chillies. lemon wedges and coriander leaves. Delicious Harissa with Kabab is ready to serve. Enjoy!!

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with naan or tandoori roti.

    I have also posted Nihari Recipe which is another tastier version of Lahori Food. Do check it out as well.

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  • The Best Chicken Nihari Recipe You’ll Ever Try

    Chicken Nihari

    Nihari is a mild flavor curry that has it own distinct taste. Few people don’t like Nihari, they have kind of allergic with that smell but if this recipe is tried, for sure they will start having it, because in this recipe we used chicken meat. You would have a new taste. 

    Chicken Nihari Recipe
    Photo: Chicken Nihari Recipe

    If you are chicken lover then follow this Chicken Nihari recipe and prepare mouthwatering chicken nihari  at home.

    Nihari is mostly made with red meat but people who don’t eat beef or mutton can try this recipe!!

    Check it out the  Chicken Nihari recipe here!!

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    • 2 kg whole chicken (cut into 10-12 large pieces)
    • 2 cup chicken stock
    • 1 – 1/2 cup oil or Ghee
    • 2 medium onions , finely chopped
    • 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 tbsp red chili powder
    • 1/2 tsp coriander powder
    • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
    • 1/2 tsp black pepper, crushed
    • 1 cinnamon stick (about 2- inch)
    • 1 tsp cumin powder
    • 1 star aniseed
    • 1 tsp aniseed
    • 2 bay leaves
    • 1 mace
    • 1 nutmeg
    • 2 black cardamom pods
    • salt to taste

    For Garnishing:

    • fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped
    • 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, cut into thin strips
    • 4 fresh lime wedges
    • 4-5 green chilies , chopped

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    Directions:

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    Step 1

    Rinse and drained chicken properly.

    Step 2

    Heat oil in a large pan and fry the chicken pieces for 15 minutes or until golden brown; then remove from the oil and set aside.

    Step 3

    Again heat 1 cup of oil in a pot, add bay leaves, cinnamon stick, black cardamom pods, star aniseed, cumin seeds,nutmeg and mace into it.

    Step 4

    Cook for 2 minutes to bring out the aroma of the spices.

    Step 5

    Then add 1 onion and fry until onions become crispy and golden.

    Step 6

    Add the ginger – garlic paste and saute for a minute.

    Step 7

    Add the browned chicken and season with chili powder, salt, turmeric and coriander powder.

    Step 8

    Now add the chicken stock and 1/2 cup of water , bring to a boil then cover and simmer on low heat for 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked.

    Step 9

    Dissolve wheat flour in 1/2 cup of water and add into nihari, cook for 10-15 minutes on high heat .

    Step 10

    Continuously whisking to avoid lumps.

    Step 11

    Then add aniseed and black pepper ; stir well.

    Step 12

    In a separate pan fry onion in the remaining 1/2 cup of oil/ ghee and add to nihari.

    Step 13

    Put the lid on and simmer on low flame for 10 minutes.

    Step 14

    Dish it out. Garnish with chopped green chilies , ginger, chopped coriander and lime wedges.Delicious Chicken Nihari is ready to serve. ENJOY!!

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    • Serve with Naan or tandoori Roti.

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    If you like Chicken Nihari 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 Chicken Nihari, do share with us and we would be glad to give it a try.

  • Dal Puri Recipe

    Dal Puri

    The flat bread (puri) is stuffed with a seasoned filling of ground split peas. Try This Dal puri recipe and don’t forget to share your experience with us!!

    Dal Puri recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 20 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 5 [/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 250 gm Wheat flour
    • 250 gm  Bengal gram
    • 10 Dry chilli
    • 1 tbsp black cumin seeds
    • 1 tbsp Cumin seed
    • Asafoetida a pinch
    • 2 tbsp oil
    • oil for frying

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 5 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Boil dal and make paste.

    Step 2

    Powder chili, Zeera,cumin seed and asafoetida.

    Step 3

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in frying pan and fry the masala in it. Then add the dal paste.

    Step 4

    Add salt and stir.

    Step 5

    Remove from fire and roll into small balls.

    Step 6

    Knead the wheat flour to soft dough and make ball.

    Step 7

    Spread the ball to round shape. Place dal paste in centre. Cover then roll out like chapatis.

    Step 8

    Fry puris in a deep fry pan until crisp and golden.

    Step 9

    Remove form the oil and drain on paper towel. Dal Puris are ready to serve.

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    • Serve with chutney.

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

  • Fried Mash Dal Recipe

    Fried Mash Dal:

    A delicious twist on your everyday dal recipe. Here is my favorite Fried Mash Dal recipe, so easy and so yummy.

    Fried Mash Dal Recipe
    Photo: Fried Mash Dal Recipe

    Check it out the Fried Mash Dal Recipe here!!

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 40 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 5[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 250 gm dal mash (white lentil)
    • 1/4 cup ghee or oil
    • 1 onion, finely chopped
    • 2 cups water
    • 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
    • 1 teaspoon roasted cumin seeds, crushed
    • 1 teaspoon crushed red chili
    • 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, roasted and crushed

    For Garnishing:

    • 2 green chilies, thinly sliced
    • Mint Leaves, chopped
    • lemon wedges

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Wash and soak dal for 1 hour.

    Step 2

    Put dal, and all the masalas in a large pot or wok. Add water and cook for 25 minutes on a medium flame or until all water dries up.

    Step 3

    Put on dam or until daal is cooked thorough.

    Step 4

    Heat ghee or oil in a pan. Fry onion until lightly browned. Add cumin seeds and cook for 30 seconds.

    Step 5

    Put ghee on the dal. Stir well and cook 2-3 minutes longer.

    Step 6

    Garnish with lemon wedges and mint leaves. Fried Mash Dal is ready to serve.

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    • Serve hot with chapati.

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    If you like Fried Mash Dal recipe and make it then let me know your feedback by commenting below.

  • Dal Mash Recipe

    Dal Mash

    Dal Mash  Recipe is one of the most popular dal (lentil) which is also favorite to use in many dishes. Very nice and easy to make mash dal recipe. Must try this  Dal Mash recipe and serve it with roti and onion salad.

    Dal mash recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 20 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 45 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 4[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Medium[/one_fourth_last]

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    • 1 cup Mash dal (white lentil), soaked for 30 minutes
    • 1/4 cup cooking oil
    • 1 small onion, finely chopped
    • 1 small tomato, finely chopped
    • 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
    • 3 whole red chilies, crushed.
    • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
    • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon tirmeric powder
    • salt according to taste.

    For Garnishing:

    • 3 green chilies, thinly sliced
    • lemon wedges
    • few coriander leaves

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Saute onion in oil until lightly brown.

    Step 2

    Add ginger garlic paste. Stir and cook for 1 minute then add tomato and 1 cup water.

    Step 3

    Cover and cook over medium heat for 20 minutes or until all water dries up and oil separate.

    Step 4

    Now add red chili, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder and salt. Keep stirring and cook for 5 minutes or until gravy become smooth.

    Step 5

    Add the mash daal (white lentil) and stir well.

    Step 6

    Add 1 cup of water. Bring the water to boil and then reduce the flame to low.

    Step 7

    Cover the pot with a lid. Cook for 15 minutes or until the daal is cooked.

    Step 8

    Remove the lid and cook on high flame for 5 minutes or until oil comes on top.

    Step 9

    Dish it out. Garnish with green chilies and lemon wedges. Dal Mash is ready to serve.

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    • Serve hot with roti and raita.

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

  • A Feast for the Eyes & Taste Buds: Rainbow Tikka Rice Recipe

    Rainbow Tikka Rice

    Rainbow Tikka rice is a layered rice dish in which different colour of rice layered with chicken tikka, eggs, green peas, tomato ketchup and spicy green chutney. This is an excellent rice dish to entertain and impress your guests and children. Its really yummy, healthy and rather cheap to make. My family always love this Rainbow Tikka rice recipe.
    For variety, substitute chicken with shrimp, ground beef, any type of veggies. Must try this Rainbow Tikka Rice recipe and don’t forget to share your experience with us!!

    Prep Time: 30 minutes

    Cook Time: 40 minutes

    Servings: 5

    Difficulty Level: Medium

    Ingredients

    For Chicken Tikka

    • 500 gm boneless chicken, cut into small pieces
    • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
    • 1 onion, finely chopped
    • 2 tomatoes, make a smooth paste
    • 4 tablespoon tikka masala
    • 2 tablespoon cooking oil
    • salt to taste
    • a piece of coal to give dum

    For Green Chutney

    • 1 cup fresh coriander leaves
    • 1/2 cup mint leaves
    • 1 teaspoon ginger paste
    • 1 tomato
    • 3 green chillies
    • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 2 tablespoon plain yogurt
    • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, roasted and crushed
    • salt according to taste

    For Tikka Rice:

    • 500 gm long grain rice
    • 2 eggs,boiled and sliced
    • 3/4 cup chicken stock or as required
    • 2 tablespoon cooking

    For Yellow Rice Layer

    • 2 boiled eggs,chopped
    • yellow food color

    For Green Rice Layer

    • 1/2 cup green peas, boiled
    • green chutney as required
    • green food color

    For Red Rice Layer

    • 1 cup tomato ketchup
    • red food color, optional

    Directions:

    Step 1

    Soaked rice in water for 30 minutes. Then boiled in salted water.

    Step 2

    Strained. Divided into 3 parts and keep aside.

    Step 3

    Heat oil in a pan over medium high heat. Add onion and cook for 5 minutes or until lightly browned.

    Step 4

    Add ginger garlic paste. Saute for 1 minute then add chicken.

    Step 5

    Cook and stir chicken on high heat for 15 minutes or until no longer pink.

    Step 6

    Add tikka masala and salt. Cook and stir well.

    Step 7

    Now add tomatoes cook for 10 minutes or until oil separates.

    Step 8

    Add yogurt. Cook more 5 minutes or until all water dries and oil comes on top.

    Step 9

    Remove from the heat and give coal dum.

    Step 10

    Place green chutney ingredients in a blender or food processor. Process until smooth. Take it out in a small bowl and keep aside.

    Step 11

    In a bowl, mix together the one portion of boiled rice, chopped eggs and yellow food color. Keep aside.

    Step 12

    In another bowl, mix together the second portion of rice, green chutney, green peas and green food color (optional).

    Step 13

    In another bowl, mix together the 3rd part of rice, tomato ketchup and red food color (optional).

    Step 14

    Take a large bowl, greased with oil. Then put egg slices on the bottom of the bowl. Cover with yellow rice.

    Step 15

    Drizzle small amount of chicken stock over it. Press well and layer with chicken.

    Step 16

    Then cover with red rice. Again press well.

    Step 17

    Layer with green rice. Sprinkle remaining stock and press well.

    Step 18

    Cover with an aluminium foil.

    Step 19

    Bake at 180 degree C, in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until done.

    Step 20

    Let it cool for 15 minutes.

    Step 21

    Carefully, invert on a flat dish. Delicious Rainbow Tikka Rice is ready to serve. ENJOY!!

    Serving Suggestions: 

    • Serve hot with raita or any chutney.

    If you like Rainbow Tikka Rice recipe and make it then let me know your feedback by commenting below.

  • Veg Chaat Recipe

    Veg Chaat

    An easy to make spicy snack with a light crunch that is relished a lot. Yummy. Try the easy veg chaat recipe and don’t forget to share your experience with us!!

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 15 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 0 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 6[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy[/one_fourth_last]

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    • 1 cup sweet corn kernels, boiled
    • 1/2 cup sev
    • 2 boiled potatoes, peeled and grated
    • 1 carrot, grated
    • 1 cucumber, grated
    • 1 onion, chopped
    • 1 tomato, chopped
    • 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
    • 2 tbsp lemon juice
    • 1/2 tsp chaat masala
    • salt to taste

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 6 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Take a large bowl, add all the vegetables. Season with chaat masala powder and salt. Mix well. Drizzle with lemon juice.

    Step 2

    Top with sev, coriander leaves. Veg Chaat is ready to serve. Enjoy!!

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    • These are great as a side dish for a formal dinner or served as a chaat.

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

  • Crispy & Cheesy: The Easiest Cheese Pakora (Paneer Pakora) Recipe!

    Cheese Pakora (Paneer Pakora)

    Ah fried cheese, is there anything more indulgent? Paneer Pakora is made with cottage cheese and besan. It makes a great snack at any party or on a rainy day.

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    Check it out the Cheese Pakora Recipe here!!

    Prep Time: 10 minutes

    Cook Time: 15 minutes

    Servings: 4

    Difficulty Level: Easy

    Ingredients:

    • 250 gm cottage cheese
    • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon mango powder
    • oil For deep frying

    For the batter:

    • 1 cup Gram flour (besan).
    • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
    • a pinch of baking soda
    • salt to taste
    • water as required

     

    Directions:

    Step 1

    Cut the cottage cheese into square, thick cubes.

    Step 2

    Sprinkle red chili powder and mango powder on each piece.

    Step 3

    Make the batter by mixing the gram flour with red chili powder, salt, soda and sufficient water to make a slightly thick batter.

    Step 4

    Dip each piece of cottage cheese into the batter and deep fry in heated oil till it turns golden brown. Paneer Pakora is ready to serve.

    Serving Suggestions:

    • Serve with green chutney.

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

  • A Taste of Pakistan: Homemade Achari Bhindi Recipe

    Achari Bhindi

    Ladyfinger (bhindi) is prepared with pickled spices and yogurt.  With pungent achari spices and sour yogurt, Bhindi takes a new avatar. Make for lunch and serve with chapati and salad. Check it out the Achari Bhindi Recipe here!!

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 20 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 5[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Medium[/one_fourth_last]

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    • 1/2 kg Okra (bhindi), sliced
    • 2 tablespoon sesame oil
    • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
    • salt to taste

    For Tempering:

    • 4 tablespoon sesame oil
    • 1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds
    • 1 pinch asafoetida
    • 3 dry red chilies
    • few curry leaves

    For Achari Powder:

    • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
    • 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
    • 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
    • 1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds
    • 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
    • 1/4 teaspoon asafoetida

    To Be Toasted Each Separately and Powdered Together

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 5 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Heay oil in a wide pan over medium heat.

    Step 2

    Add sliced okras, salt, turmeric and red chili powder. Stir-fry till it turns crispy.

    Step 3

    When the vegetable is 3/4 th done. Then add the achari powder.

    Step 4

    Now fry over high heat.

    Step 5

    Heat oil in a separate sauce pan. Add tempering items.

    Step 6

    Now run this seasoning over the above masala made.

    Step 7

    Finally squeeze lemon juice on top. Achari Bhindi is ready to serve.

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    • Serve hot with roti.

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

  • Masala Puri Recipe

    Masala Puri

    Masala puri is one of the most popular puri recipe and can be easily prepared at home. This Spicy masala puri can  be served as a tea-time snack. You can also bake the puris instead of deep-frying, but make sure you roll them thinly and prick them before baking. Check it out the Masala Puri recipe here!!

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 25 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 15 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 20 [/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 2 cups whole wheat flour
    • 1/4 cup gram flour
    • 1/4 cup rice flour
    • 1/2 cup chopped coriander leaves
    • 1 green chili, chopped
    • 2 tablespoon oil or ghee
    • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, crushed
    • Salt to taste
    • oil for deep frying

    [/tab] [tab]Yield:20 puris

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Grind the coriander leaves, green chili and cumin seeds together.

    Step 2

    Mix all the flours, add the ground mixture, salt and oil.

    Step 3

    Add water and knead to a medium-hard dough.

    Step 4

    Make small balls with the dough, flatten and roll them into a thin circle.

    Step 5

    Deep fry in hot oil over high heat. Masala Puri is ready to serve.
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    • Serve hot as a snack with dry coconut chutney, or as main course with potato curry or chana masala.

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

  • The Perfect Weekend Feast: Easy Prawn Biryani Recipe for a Crowd!

    Prawn Biryani

    Today, I am sharing the famous Prawn biryani recipe. I love biryani so much that’s why I am always developing them to perfection. This Prawn biryani recipe is a delight. Everyone love a good chilli prawn dish and this one doesn’t disappoint. Make any occasion even more special by serving this delicious one-dish meal. Well, it’s sure a treat for all seafood lovers. Lets start cooking this prawn biryani special. Check it out the Prawn Biryani recipe here!!

    Make any occasion even more special by serving this delicious one-dish meal – Jhinga Biryani. Easy to make and delicious too. Check it out Jhinga Biryani recipe here!!

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 45 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 3[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Medium[/one_fourth_last]

     

    • 600 gm prawns, shelled
    • 300 gm basmati rice
    • 1/4 cup Sliced onion
    • 2 Bay leaf
    • 50 ml coconut milk
    • 1 tbsp coriander leaves
    • 1 tbsp fresh grated coconut
    • 2 tbsp oil or ghee
    • 2 green chillies
    • 2 tsp lemon juice
    • 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
    • 1 tsp Whole garam masala
    • Salt to taste

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 5 servings Nutritional information is not yet available. [/tab] [/tabs]

    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Pick, wash and soak rice for about 20 minutes. Drain and keep aside.

    Step 2

    Shell, De-vein and wash the prawns.

    Step 3

    Heat Ghee or oil in a thick-bottomed pan.

    Step 4

    Add bay leaves and Whole Garam Masala Let it crackle.

    Step 5

    Add sliced onion, saute for 5 minutes or until the onion turns pink.

    Step 6

    Add water, turmeric powder, lemon juice and green chillies slit into two.

    Step 7

    Bring it to boil and add rice. Cook for a minute and add prawns and coconut milk.

    Step 8

    Season with salt. Stir lightly.

    Step 9

    Stir till rice absorbs all the water and then cover it with a lid and cook it on a slow fire till rice and prawns are fully cooked. Prawn Biryani is ready to serve.

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    • Serve with salad, and mint raita.

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