Tag: Winter Recipes

  • 5-Minute Magic: The Easy Egg Flower Soup Recipe You Need!

    Egg Flower Soup

    Traditional Chinese egg flower soup recipe with a secret ingredient that makes it divine. Sesame oil adds a lovely aroma to this Chinese soup.

    Egg Flower Soup Recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:5 minutes + marination[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:20 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 4[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level:Very Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 8 spring onions , thinly sliced
    • 1 tsp sesame oil
    • I tbsp light soy sauce
    • salt and pepper to taste
    • 1 egg , lightly whisked
    • 3 -1/2 cups chicken stock

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    Amount Per Serving:

    • Calories:71 kcal
    • Carbohydrates: 3.4 g
    • Cholesterol: 111 mg
    • Fat: 4 g
    • Fiber: 0.7 g
    • Protein:4.8 g
    • Sodium: 1007 mg

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Divide the spring onions (shallots) between 4 individual bowls and sprinkle with a few drops of sesame oil.

    Step 2

    Put the stock into a saucepan and bring to the boil. Add the soy sauce and seasoning.

    Step 3

    Turn off the heat, then trickle in the egg in a thin stream, trailing it over the surface in a figure-of eight movement; do not stir.

    Step 4

    As soon as the egg sets – within about 30 seconds – ladle the soup into the bowls. Egg Flower Soup is ready to serve.

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    • Serve hot with bread sticks.

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  • Almond Halwa Recipe

    Ingredients for Almond Halwa:

    • 1 cup Almonds
    • 1/2 cup of milk
    • 1/2 cup of ghee
    • 1/2 tsp of saffron
    • 1 cup of sugar
    • 3 cups of water

    How to make Almond Halwa:

    • Boil 2 cups of water and add badam to it.
    • Let it boil for 5 mins then allow it to cool.
    • Peel off the skin by pressing the badam.
    • Grind it by adding milk.
    • Add milk little by little so that u get a good paste.
    • It should neither be too watery nor too hard.
    • Soak saffron in 1/2 cup of hot water for 10 minutes.
    • Now mix one cup of sugar to 1/2 cup water.
    • Add the saffron water to it.
    • Allow the mixture to boil , keep stirring till you get a single thread consistency.
    • Now add the Almond  paste keep stirring so that no lumps are formed.
      Add little ghee from time to time.
    • Continue the process at least 20 minutes or until  the mixture thickens.
    • Remove from the heat.
    • Take into a serving bowl.
    • Almond Halwa is ready to serve.
    • Enjoy!
  • Moong Dal Halwa Recipe

    Moong Dal Halwa

    Moong Dal Halwa is very tasty halwa it can easily digest and doesn’t feel heavy to eat. Prepare in winters season and enjoy. Give it a try!!

    Moong Dal Halwa Recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:30 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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    • 120 gm yellow lentils (moong daal)
    • 1/2 cup clarified butter (desi ghee)
    • 1/2 cup khoya
    • 1/2 cup water
    • 2 green cardamoms
    • 4 tablespoon sugar or to taste
    • 10 Cashew nuts, broken
    • 10 Pistachios, chopped

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 4 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Wash and soak the lentils for 30 minutes.

    Step 2

    Drain out water and grind into a rough paste.

    Step 3

    Heat ghee in a deep pan over medium heat.

    Step 4

    Fry the lentil paste till light golden in colour.

    Step 5

    Put the sugar and water to boil in another pan.

    Step 6

    Stir continuously till the sugar dissolves completely.

    Step 7

    Boil rapidly for 5 minutes.

    Step 8

    Add to the fried daal. Cook, stiring vigorously till the mixture becomes thick.

    Step 9

    Add cardamom powder and stir well.

    Step 10

    Dish it out. Garnish with khoya, cashew nuts and pistachios. Moong Dal Halwa is ready to serve.

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    • Serve as a dessert after any meal.

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  • Saffron Tea Recipe

    Try this freshly brewed Saffron Tea recipe with a twist of honey and saffron, you will be surprised by its unique taste.

    [one_third] Prep Time: 5 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 5 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 4[/one_third_last]

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    • 4 cups boiled water
    • 4 tbsp sugar
    • a pinch of Saffron
    • honey as required

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 4 cups

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Pour the water in a saucepan or tea kettle.

    Step 2

    Stir in saffron and honey. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.

    Step 3

    Strain the tea into cups. Saffron Tea is ready to serve. Enjoy!!

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    • Serve with cookies.

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  • Sweet Corn Soup Recipe

    Sweet corn is one of the most popular chinese soups. A must try for everyone who loves sweet corn. It is easy to make and does not require too many ingredients. This sweet corn soup is perfect for a weekend lunch, serve with slices of cheese on toast to make it more filling. Give this warming soup a try.
    Check it out the Sweet corn soup recipe here!!

    [one_third] Prep Time: 5 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 20 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings:4 [/one_third_last]

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    • 4 cups water
    • 1 cup beans and carrot chopped
    • 4 tbsp sweet corn
    • 1/4 tsp white pepper powder
    • 1/4 tsp Chinese salt
    • 2 pinches sugar
    • salt to taste
    • corn starch as required

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 4 servings

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    Step 1

    Boil water in a deep pot and add beans and carrot.

    Step 2

    Add sweet corn. Boil it and add sugar,salt as required.

    Step 3

    Now add white pepper powder and Chinese Salt.

    Step 4

    Stir for a while and then corn starch as thickness is desired. Sweet Corn Soup is ready to serve.

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    • Serve hot with slices of cheese on toast to make it more filling

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  • Restaurant Style Chicken Chow Mein Recipe

    Want to imitate restaurant-style chow mein at home? Here’s the secret method

    A mild yet tasty dish: chicken with mushrooms, onions and celery in a thickened broth over crispy noodles.This is a very impressive chicken dish, the next best thing to takeaway chow mein! Do try it!!

    Chicken Chow Mein Recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:5 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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    • 1 pound cooked chicken, cut into strips
    • 2 tbsp virgin oil
    • 1 cup onion, thinly sliced
    • 2 cups celery, thinly sliced
    • 1 cup mushrooms,thinly sliced
    • 2 cups chicken stock
    • 3 tbsp soy sauce
    • 2 tbsp cornstarch
    • 1/2 cup scallions, finely chopped
    • chow mein noodles
    • salt and pepper to taste

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 4 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Heat oil in a pan; cook the onions, celery, and mushrooms in it for 3-4 minutes.

    Step 2
    Add 1 cup of chicken stock, soy sauce, chicken salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes.

    Step 3

    Mix the cornstarch with the remaining stock.

    Step 4

    Stir in the chicken mixture until thickened then add the scallions.

    Step 5

    Arrange mixture over the noodles, which have been crisped in the oven. Now Chicken Chow Mein is ready to serve. Enjoy!

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    • Serve hot.

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  • Walnut Halwa Recipe

    Walnut Halwa

    Winter’s most rich, healthiest sweet dish walnut halwa is utter tasty. You can add any nuts and dry fruits as desired. A must try recipe!!

    Walnut Halwa Recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 6[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy[/one_fourth_last]

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    • 2 cups chopped walnuts
    • 1 cup clarified butter(desi ghee)
    • 2 cups full cream milk powder
    • 1/2 cup condensed milk
    • 4 eggs, lightly beaten
    • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 6 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Heat ghee and cardamom powder in a heavy based skillet until warm.

    Step 2

    Add milk powder and stirring constantly fry milk powder over low heat for about 5 minutes or until light brown.

    Step 3

    Add beaten eggs and stirring constantly.

    Step 4

    Cook until the mixture is dark brown, about 5-8 minutes.

    Step 5

    Add condensed milk and cook until the mixture leaves the sides of the pan and thick, about 3 minutes.

    Step 6

    Add nuts stir fry for one minute and remove from heat.

    Step 7

    Spread the mixture evenly in a greased pan, sprinkle chopped walnuts.

    Step 8

    Press with the back of a metal spoon.

    Step 9

    Using a sharp knife mark squares and keep aside to set.

    Step 10

    Cut through the scored lines and transfer to serving plate. Walnut Halwa is ready to serve. Enjoy!

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    •  Serve after meal or with tea all is great.

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  • RECIPE: Chicken Ginger (Adraki Murgh)

    RECIPE: Chicken Ginger (Adraki Murgh)

    Chicken Ginger (Adraki Murgh)

    In olden days people used handi to cook food and now back its trend. Now a days food that cook in handi consider a tasty food. Here is ginger chicken that I made in handi(clay pot). This is a mouthwatering dish with the qualities of ginger. So don’t forget to add  Chicken Ginger Handi in your weekly menu. Serve with tandori roti or homemade roti.The warmth and fragrance of ginger (adrak) is at the heart of this classic Pakistani and Indian dish. Spicy and flavorful Adraki Murgh Recipe. Its gingerly flavor is sure to tantalize your taste buds. A must try recipe.

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 3[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level:Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 500 gm Boneless chicken pieces
    • 1 tbsp Dry ginger powder
    • 1 tbsp Garlic paste
    • 1 tbsp Ginger Paste
    • 4 Onions, finely chopped
    • 2 tsp Cinnamon powder
    • 1 tbsp Chili powder
    • Salt to taste
    • 1 Lemon
    • 3 tsp Coriander leaves, chopped
    • 1/2 Cup mint leaves, chopped
    • 4 tbsp Cooking oil

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 3 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Heat oil add onion and sauté till it turns golden brown.

    Step 2

    Add ginger garlic paste and chicken pieces.

    Step 3

    Sauté for 10 – 15 minutes.

    Step 4

    Add lemon juice, cinnamon powder, ginger powder, chili powder, salt to taste.

    Step 5

    Cook for 5 minutes.

    Step 6

    Take into a serving bowl. Garnish with fresh coriander and mint leaves. Delicious Adraki Murgh is ready to serve.

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    • Serve with roti or rice.

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  • Sohan Halwa Recipe

     Sohan Halwa

    Sohan Halwa is a traditional Pakistani and Indian dessert– made with cornflour, sugar,  nuts and lots of ghee. Though it is consider difficult to make at home but with this Easy Sohan Halwa Recipe, no worries.

    Good news of this halwa is you can preserve it for many days. Have a try and share your comments about this recipe .

    Sohan Halwa Recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:20 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:25 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings:12 [/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level:Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 1 kg Corn flour
    • 1 kg Sugar
    • 1 kg Ghee
    • 1 Cup milk
    • 100 gms Almonds
    • 100 gms coconut, sliced
    • 1 tsp Saffron

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 12 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Mix corn flour in 1 cup of water

    Step 2

    Allow it to dissolve properly.

    Step 3

    Dissolve saffron in water.

    Step 4

    Mix 3 cups of water in sugar and boil for it for sometime.

    Step 5

    Add milk and boil it for 5 minutes.

    Step 6

    Mix corn flour and saffron mixture to it.

    Step 7

    Cook the mixture over medium heat.As the mixture turns thick, start adding oil.

    Step 8

    Continue adding oil and stirring till the mixture gets separated.

    Step 9

    Add almonds and coconut slices.

    Step 10

    Place this mixture on greased plate.

    Step 11

    Keep it for cooling for a while then cut into round pieces with cookie cutter. Crunchy Sohan Halwa is ready to eat. Enjoy!

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    • Serve as dessert after any meal or as a tea time snack.

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