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  • English-Style Fish and Chips Recipe

    English-Style Fish and Chips Recipe

    Fish n chips is the most popular English fast food. Traditionally battered fried fish is served with delicious potato chips, tartar sauce, mushy peas and lemon quarter to spice up the meal.

    English-Style Fish and Chips Recipe

    Fish n chips is the most popular English fast food. Traditionally battered fried fish is served with delicious potato chips, tartar sauce, mushy peas and lemon quarter to spice up the meal.
    Prep Time 20 minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes
    Total Time 40 minutes
    Servings 3
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    For Fish

    • 500 gm cod fish fillets
    • 1 egg lightly beaten
    • 1/2 cup plain flour
    • 1/2 cup rice flour
    • 1 cup chilled water
    • 1 tsp vinegar
    • 1/2 tsp black pepper
    • 1/4 tsp baking powder
    • salt to taste
    • Oil for frying

    For Potato Chips

    • 500 gm potatoes
    • 1/4 cornflour
    • salt to taste

    Instructions

    For Fish

    • Season the fish fillets with vinegar, salt and pepper and leave it for 10 minutes.
    • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the rice flour, baking powder, 1/4 cups of the plain flour, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Pour in the egg, lemon juice and sparkling water, and mix just to combine everything – you do not need to over-mix. Refrigerated this batter until ready for use.
    • Place the remaining cup of flour in a wide bottomed bowl and dredge the fillets through the flour, coating them well on all sides. Then dip them into the batter, turning and swishing, to again ensure they are well coated all over.
    • Deep fry fish fillets for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and puffed off.
    • Once all the fillets are cooked, transfer them to a paper towel-lined large platter and pat them dry with more paper towels. Sprinkle with more salt, if desired.

    For Chips

    • Peel potatoes then cut into 1/4-inch thick chips.
    • Blanch the potato sticks, in batches if necessary, in the boiling water. About 2 minutes should do it.
    • Strain well and pat dry on paper towel.
    • Sprinkle cornflour over them and season with some salt.
    • Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry potato chips for 10 minutes or until crispy ad golden. Fish n Chips are ready to serve. ENJOY!!

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve Fish and Chips with lemon wedges along with tarter sauce.
  • Mince Stuffed Cutlets Recipe

    Mince Stuffed Cutlets Recipe

    Need a great recipe for just the ingredients you have on hand? Then try this one. Your kids will love opening their lunch boxes to enjoy these “Mince Stuffed Cutlets”.

    Mince Stuffed Cutlets Recipe

    Need a great recipe for just the ingredients you have on hand? Then try this one. Your kids will love opening their lunch boxes to enjoy these “Mince Stuffed Cutlets”.
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 35 minutes
    Total Time 45 minutes
    Servings 8
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    For the Mince Stuffing

    • 1/2 kg lamb or mutton mince
    • 1 large onion minced
    • 1 teaspoon garlic paste
    • 1 teaspoon ginger paste
    • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
    • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
    • salt to taste
    • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
    • 2 green chilies chopped
    • 2 tablespoon mint and coriander leaves

    For Potato Filling

    • 4 potatoes boiled and mashed
    • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red chili
    • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
    • salt to taste
    • mint and coriander leaves finely chopped

    For Cutlets

    • 1 cup bread crumbs
    • 2 eggs lightly beaten
    • oil for shallow frying

    Instructions

    Method

    • Heat oil in a saucepan or pot over medium heat.
    • Saute onion, for 5 minutes or until transculent.
    • Now add ginger garlic paste and cook for 30 seconds.
    • Now add the mince and season with red chili, cumin powder, coriander powder and salt.
    • Stir well.
    • Cover and let it simmer for 25 minutes on low heat.
    • No need to add extra water. Cook meat in its own juices.
    • Remove the lid and cook meat on high flame or until it dries out and smells cooked and gets slightly brown, keep moving around and fry by adding about 1 tbsp of oil.
    • Now add the green chilies, coriander leaves, mint leaves.
    • Turn the heat off and do not cook further.
    • Keep aside and let it cool down.

    To Make Potato Filling

    • Mash potatoes in a large bowl. Add the salt, cumin seeds, red chilli, black pepper and coriander mint leaves.
    • Mix until well combined.

    To Make Mince Stuffed Cutlets

    • Make patti of potato mixture and spread mince mixture over it and cover with another pattie.
    • Seal edges and flatten it into a round shape.
    • Keep making until mixtures are used up.
    • Beat eggs in a small bowl.
    • Dip cutlets in egg then coat in crumb mixture.
    • Heat oil in a shallow pan over medium heat.
    • Fry for 2 minutes on each side or until light brown.
    • Remove from the oil and absorbent on kitchen paper.
    • Mince Stuffed Cutlets are ready to serve. Enjoy!

    Notes

    Serve immediately with green coriander chutney or ketchup or by themselves!
  • The Best Meatballs You’ll Ever Have

    The Best Meatballs You’ll Ever Have

    These meatballs are light, tender, and bursting with juicy flavor.You can just mix all the ingredients together, roll them and cook them and the best part of all, you can have these on your dinner table in less than 45 minutes.

    The Best Meatballs You’ll Ever Have

    These meatballs are light, tender, and bursting with juicy flavor.You can just mix all the ingredients together, roll them and cook them and the best part of all, you can have these on your dinner table in less than 45 minutes.
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 40 minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes
    Servings 6
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    For the Meatballs

    • 1 pound high-quality lamb mince
    • 1 small onion diced
    • 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
    • 2 tablespoon cream
    • 2 garlic cloves chopped
    • 1 large egg
    • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
    • 3 tablespoon Parmesan cheese grated
    • 3 tablespoon Mozarella Cheese grated
    • 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
    • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
    • salt to taste
    • 2 tablespoon butter or oil

    For the Sauce

    • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • 1/2 small onion chopped
    • 1/2 cup tomato thick puree
    • 1 red pepper crushed
    • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
    • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt

    Instructions

    Method

    • Preheat oven to 200 degree C.
    • Prepare the meatballs: Put all ingredients into a food processor or chopper.
    • Process until well combined.
    • Note; Texture should be soft, but not sopping wet. If it’s not soft enough, add 1 tablespoon of milk.
    • Now take it out in a mixing bowl.
    • Shape into egg size balls by pushing them into the shape softly in your hands.
    • Place meatballs on a baking tray and brush with melted butter or olive oil.
    • Bake for 30 minutes or until they are just barely cooked through and no longer pink inside. (To keep them tender, do not overbake).
    • Remove and reserve.

    To Make the Sauce

    • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
    • Add the garlic and onion, and sprinkle the salt over them to bring out their flavor.
    • Add red pepper. Cook and stir occasionally for 5 minutes or until the onion is translucent.
    • Now add the tomato puree.
    • Bring to a boil.
    • Add parsley and reduce the heat to medium-low.
    • Let it simmer for 5 minutes or until nicely blended.
    • Now carefully add the baked meatballs to the pan.
    • Simmer for 20 minutes or until they are soaked in sauce.
    • ENJOY!!

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve meatballs and sauce over spaghetti. Or healthy alternative serve them over veggie noodles.
  • Oven Roasted Chicken Legs

    Oven Roasted Chicken Legs

    If you're obsessed with baked chicken drumsticks? Or If you love eating crispy chicken legs and you love easy meals. This one checks all the boxes. Make these Oven Roasted Chicken Legs for dinner soon, you won’t be disappointed.

    Oven Roasted Chicken Legs

    If you're obsessed with baked chicken drumsticks? Or If you love eating crispy chicken legs and you love easy meals. This one checks all the boxes. Make these Oven Roasted Chicken Legs for dinner soon, you won’t be disappointed.
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 40 minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes
    Servings 10
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    • 10 chicken legs or drumsticks
    • 2 tablespoon melted butter
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
    • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon herb seasoning
    • salt to taste

    Instructions

    Method

    • The most important thing about oven roasted chicken legs is to rinse and pat dry the chicken. The chicken needs to be as dry as possible before we bake, this way the skin will crisp up.
    • Preheat oven at 200 degree C.
    • Now rub the chicken legs with melted butter,lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, red chili, salt, cumin and herb seasoning.
    • Place chicken pieces on wire rack and set into a baking sheet.
    • Bake the chicken legs in the preheated oven for 30 minutes then use tongs to rotate each drumstick and bake until done.
    • Remove from oven and allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving (this little step is very important if you like juicy chicken.
    • Oven Roasted Chicken Legs are ready to serve. Enjoy!!

    Notes

    Serve with Coleslaw and Hot and Spicy Sauce.
  • Restaurant Style Lahori Mutton Karahi

    Restaurant Style Lahori Mutton Karahi

    I always tempted to try popular dishes at home, and perfecting it as possible as I could. One among them was this “Restaurant Style Lahori Mutton Karahi”.It is one of most popular Pakistani dish that you will come across almost every Pakistani restaurant menu anywhere in the world.

    Restaurant Style Lahori Mutton Karahi

    I always tempted to try popular dishes at home, and perfecting it as possible as I could. One among them was this “Restaurant Style Lahori Mutton Karahi”.It is one of most popular Pakistani dish that you will come across almost every Pakistani restaurant menu anywhere in the world.
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
    Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
    Servings 8
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    • 1-1/2 kg lamb or mutton
    • 1/2 cup pure butter
    • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
    • 3 to matoes cut into four pieces
    • 3 onions thinly sliced
    • 4 green chilies chopped
    • 2 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
    • 1/2 cup garlic water mix 1 tsp garlic paste with 1 tsp lemon juice in 1/2 cup of water
    • 1-1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper crushed
    • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
    • 1 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves optional
    • 2 tablespoon cumin seeds roasted & crushed
    • 2 tablespoon coriander seeds roasted & crushed
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1-1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste

    For Garnishing

    • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder for sprinkling
    • fresh coriander leaves chopped
    • ginger cut in julienne
    • lemon thinly sliced
    • tomato thinly sliced

    For Serving

    • naan or butter naan

    Instructions

    Method

    • Melt butter in a deep wok or pan over medium heat.
    • Fry onions for 3-4 minutes or until transculent.
    • Add ginger garlic paste and meat. Cook for 5-8 minutes or until meat change its color.
    • Mix well and don’t add any water.
    • Meat cooked in its own juice
    • Cover with lid and cook for 45 minutes on medium heat.
    • Now add tomatoes, cover it again and cook for another 10 minutes.
    • Add all spices excpet black pepper, mix well.
    • Cook on high heat for 4-5 minutes then add yogurt, green chilies and black pepper.
    • Cook for another 15 minutes or until oil comes on top.
    • Now add garlic water and cook for 10 more minutes or until meat is tender and gravy is thickened.
    • Sprinkle garam masala over it.
    • Garnish with coriander leaves, green chilies, lemon slices, and ginger.
    • Restaurant Style Lahori Mutton Karahi is ready to serve. ENJOY!!

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with butter naan along with raita and ring onions.
  • Strawberry French Toast Roll Ups

    Strawberry French Toast Roll Ups

    Strawberry French Toast Roll Ups – just a handful of ingredients to make these in 15 minutes. These strawberry french toast roll ups are so fun and easy to make.They taste like doughnuts!

    Strawberry French Toast Roll Ups

    Strawberry French Toast Roll Ups – just a handful of ingredients to make these in 15 minutes. These strawberry french toast roll ups are so fun and easy to make.They taste like doughnuts!
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 15 minutes
    Servings 6
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    • 6 sandwich bread slices
    • 6 strawberries diced
    • 2 large eggs
    • 2 tablespoon milk
    • 4 tablespoon granulated sugar
    • a pinch of cinnamon powder
    • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
    • butter for greasing the pan

    For Garnishing

    • strawberries
    • castor sugar for dusting
    • honey optional

    Instructions

    Method

    • Cut the crust from each slice of bread and flatten it out with a rolling pin.
    • Place about 1 sliced strawberry 1-inch from one end of the bread in a strip. Roll the bread up tightly and repeat with the remaining pieces of bread.
    • Set aside.
    • In a shallow bowl, beat eggs, sugar, cinnamon and milk until well combined.
    • Heat a pan medium heat and melt a tablespoon of butter.
    • Dip each bread roll in the egg mixture coating well and then coat with bread crumbs.
    • Place them in the pan seam side down.
    • Cook in batches until golden brown, turning them to cook and brown on all sides, about 2 minutes each side.
    • Add butter to the pan as needed.
    • Transfer into a serving plate.
    • Dust castor sugar over it.
    • Garnish with strawberry slices.
    • Delicious Strawberry French Toast Roll Ups are ready to serve ENJOY!!

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    You can serve with syrup for dipping but I think they’re perfectly good all by themselves.
  • Chocolate and Banana Filled Pancake Rolls

    Chocolate and Banana Filled Pancake Rolls

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

    Chocolate and Banana Filled Pancake Rolls

    Looking for a nice relaxing breakfast or dessert. Pancake Rolls? “Chocolate and Banana Filled Pancake Rolls”!
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 15 minutes
    Servings 8
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

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

    For Filling

    • Choco bliss or nutella
    • banana sliced

    Instructions

    Method

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

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve straightaway with coffee or tea or a glass of milk.
  • Chicken Tikka Macaroni (Clean Eating Version)

    Chicken Tikka Macaroni (Clean Eating Version)

    Chicken tikka Masala works well with macaroni. Who knew?This Chicken Tikka Masala Macaroni(Clean Eating Version) is exactly how I like to eat macaroni when I don’t wish to work with many ingredients and I want to cook easily!

    Chicken Tikka Macaroni (Clean Eating Version)

    Chicken tikka Masala works well with macaroni. Who knew?This Chicken Tikka Masala Macaroni(Clean Eating Version) is exactly how I like to eat macaroni when I don’t wish to work with many ingredients and I want to cook easily!
    Prep Time 20 minutes
    Cook Time 25 minutes
    Total Time 45 minutes
    Servings 5
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    • 1 packet whole wheat macaroni
    • 500 gm boneless Organic chicken cubed
    • 1 onion cubed
    • 1 medium size capsicum cubed
    • 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil

    Chicken Tikka Marinade

    • 2 tablespoon fresh yogurt
    • 1 teaspoon ginger garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
    • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
    • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
    • 1 teaspoon dry mango powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
    • 1 lemon juice
    • few drops of hot sauce optional
    • salt to taste

    For Garnishing

    • few green chilies thinly sliced
    • few coriander leaves chopped

    Instructions

    Method

    • Put marinade ingredients over the chicken cubes. Mix to coat evenly.
    • Cover and marinade for 20-30 minutes to blend flavors.
    • Meanwhile,boil macaroni to al dente according to instructions on the package. Keep aside.
    • Now melt butter in a deep pan or skillet over medium heat.
    • Stir fry tikka chunks until they start releasing thier juices.
    • Mix well.
    • Cover and let it simmer on medium heat for 3-4 minutes or until chicken is tender.
    • Add green chilies, capsicum, onion and saute for 3-4 minutes.
    • Add macaroni and stir well to coat evenly.
    • Turn the heat off and take it out in a serving dish.
    • Garnish with green chilies, coriander leaves.
    • Your Chicken Tikka Macaroni is ready.

    Notes

    Serve with steamed veggies
  • Clean Eating Mince Lettuce Cups

    Clean Eating Mince Lettuce Cups

    This is the easiest, quickest meal you could ever make. And if you’re quick in the kitchen, you could even get this on the dinner table in less than 30 minutes. Plus, it’s budget-friendly and you can easily double or triple the recipe as needed. What more could you ask for?

    Clean Eating Mince Lettuce Cups

    This is the easiest, quickest meal you could ever make. And if you’re quick in the kitchen, you could even get this on the dinner table in less than 30 minutes. Plus, it’s budget-friendly and you can easily double or triple the recipe as needed. What more could you ask for?
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 30 minutes
    Total Time 35 minutes
    Servings 2
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    • 250 gm fat free mince meat
    • 1 green onion finely chopped
    • 1 small green pepper thinly sliced
    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • 1 teaspooon chopped ginger
    • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 drops of lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
    • 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
    • salt to taste
    • herb seasoning optional
    • 4 large lettuces in cup shape, I used iceberg
    • For Garnishing
    • mint leaves
    • lemon slices

    Instructions

    Method

    • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium high heat.
    • Saute ginger and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently with a wooden spatula. Cook the garlic pieces until they are glazed and golden brown in color.
    • Add ground meat and cook for 15 minutes or until well browned.
    • Now stir in the hot sauce and tomato paste.
    • Stir in the green onions and green pepper until tender, about 1-2 minutes.
    • Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
    • Cook for 10 minutes or until mince is cooked thorough.
    • Remove from the heat and sprinkle herb seasoning.
    • Spoon into lettuce cups and serve.
    • Garnish with extra mint or coriander leaves, if using.
    • Alternatively, serve the mince in bowls with the lettuce cups on the side so people can help themselves.
  • Broccoli Spaghetti Soup (Clean Eating Version)

    Broccoli Spaghetti Soup (Clean Eating Version)

    During the winter months, I find myself craving soup time and time again. So Today, I’m sharing an easy and healthy recipe for Broccoli Spaghetti Soup (Clean Eating Version). A simple soup that nourishes the body and soul.

    Broccoli Spaghetti Soup (Clean Eating Version)

    During the winter months, I find myself craving soup time and time again. So Today, I’m sharing an easy and healthy recipe for Broccoli Spaghetti Soup (Clean Eating Version). A simple soup that nourishes the body and soul.
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes
    Servings 4
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    • 1 8 ounce package whole wheat spaghetti
    • 1 head Organic broccoli chopped
    • 1 teaspoon olive oil
    • 6 cups bone broth
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder optional
    • 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
    • a pinch of salt

    Instructions

    Method

    • Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a medium soup pot.
    • Saute broccoli for 30 seconds. ( Don’t over cook the broccoli).
    • Add born broth and warm over low to medium low heat.
    • Break up spaghetti. Place into another pot and cook for 10 minutes or until pasta is al dente. Drain and rinse in cold water.
    • Now add spaghetti into broth. Season with garlic powder, dried parsley, salt and pepper.
    • Stir well and cook for 2 minutes.
    • Ladle soup into bowls. Delicious Broccoli Spaghetti Soup is ready to serve.ENJOY!!

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with garlic bread or bran bread-sticks.
  • Chocolate Chip Pancakes

    Chocolate Chip Pancakes

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

    Chocolate Chip Pancakes

    This Chocolate Chip Pancakes recipe is a favorite of mine to make for special occasions or holidays. Eat while hot so the chocolate is all gooey. If you want to make it extra special, serve the pancakes with berries and whipped cream
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 20 minutes
    Servings 8
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    For Pancake Batter

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

    For Serving

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

    Instructions

    Method

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

    To Make Pancakes

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

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with whipped cream.
  • Chicken Shawarma Wraps

    Chicken Shawarma Wraps

    This Chicken Shawarma Wraps recipe is bursting with middle eastern flavors. Simple to make.

    Chicken Shawarma Wraps

    This Chicken Shawarma Wraps recipe is bursting with middle eastern flavors. Simple to make.
    Prep Time 1 hour
    Cook Time 30 minutes
    Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
    Servings 8
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    For Chicken & Marinade

    • 750 gm boneless chicken cubed
    • 2 tablespoon plain yogurt
    • 1 tablespoon vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 2 teaspoon hot sauce
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
    • 1 teaspoon mustard paste
    • 1 teaspoon degi mirch pepper
    • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder
    • salt to taste
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil

    For Pita Bread

    • 3 cups plain flour
    • 1 tablespoon yeast
    • 1 tablespoon sugar
    • 4 tablespoon oil
    • 1 teaspoon salt

    For Hummus Sauce

    • 1 cup boil chickpea
    • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 cup water
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

    For Sour Cream

    • 1/2 cup mayonise
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon garlic finely chopped
    • 1/4 teaspoom white pepper powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste

    For Shawarma Pickle

    • 1 small onion thinly sliced
    • 4-5 black and green olives pitted & sliced
    • 1 cucumber thinly sliced
    • 1 to mato thinly sliced
    • 1 cup cabbage thinly sliced
    • 1 cup lettuce leaves chopped
    • 4 tablespoon vinegar
    • a pinch of crushed red pepper
    • a pinch of salt

    Instructions

    Method

    • Cut chicken into cubes.
    • Place in a large bowl. Add plain yogurt, vinegar, lemon juice, hot sauce(optional) onion
    • powder, ginger garlic paste, mustard paste, degi mirch(pepper), cumin powder, coriander powder,cinnamon powder and salt. Stir to coat evenly.
    • Cover and marinate for at least 4 hour or overnight.
    • Now heat 2 tablespoon oil in a grill pan over medium heat.
    • Cook chicken for 10-12 minutes or until all juices run clear. OR Grill chicken pieces for 25 minutes or until chicken is nicely cooked or no longer pink.
    • Cut chicken into very thin pieces or chunks and set aside.

    To Make Pita Bread

    • Place flour , yeast, sugar, salt and oil in a mixing bowl.
    • Knead a soft and smooth dough with warm water.
    • Wipe some oil on the palms of your hands and rub over the lump of kneaded dough.
    • Then cover the dough with a wet cloth or a plastic sheet and let it rise for 1 hour or until it doubled in size.
    • Once well-risen, make small balls of equal size.
    • Roll out each ball gently and evenly (do not lean/press down hard on the ball of dough, you
    • need to use a light hand) to a thickness of a little more than a quarter inch.
    • Place the rolled-out pitas on a lightly floured surface and cover them with a towel that not
    • too much air can get in. Leave them to stand for about 2 hours until they rise again.
    • Now Preheat oven for 250 degree C.
    • Bake pita breads in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes.
    • keep warm.

    To Make Shawarma Pickle

    • Wash vegetables and cut into thin slices.
    • Put all vegetables in a mixing bowl or jar. Drizzle vinegar over them.
    • Season with salt and red chilli.
    • Stir well and keep aside.

    To Make Hummus Sauce

    • Place chickpea, lemon juice, garlic powder, white pepper, salt, water and olive oil in a
    • blender.
    • Blend until well combined.
    • Take it out in a bowl and sprinkle a pinch of red chili over it.
    • Set aside.

    To Make Sour Cream

    • In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, white pepper and salt.
    • Stir well and keep aside.

    To Assemble Chicken Shawarma Wraps

    • Place pita bread in a clean surface.
    • Spread sour cream and hummus over it.
    • Put chicken pieces on it.
    • Add shawarma pickle and roll tightly.
    • Secure with a wooden pick or wrap in a butter-paper.
    • Do this procedure with remaining ingredients.
    • Chicken Shawarma Wraps are ready to eat!!

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with Hummus Sauce, chili garlic sauce and french fries.
  • Almond French Toast Hearts

    Almond French Toast Hearts

    Serve this Almond French Toast Hearts with flavored butter — a perfect way to say “I love you.” ♥

    Almond French Toast Hearts

    Serve this Almond French Toast Hearts with flavored butter — a perfect way to say “I love you.” ♥
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 20 minutes
    Servings 6
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    • 6 bread slices
    • 2 eggs
    • 1 cup + 2 tablespoons butter divided
    • 1/4 cup milk
    • 3 tbsp confectioners’ sugar
    • 1-1/2 tsp almond extract divided

    For Serving

    • Sliced fresh strawberries or banana
    • Confectioner sugar

    Instructions

    Method

    • Cut out bread slices with a heart-shaped cookie cutter. Discard trimmings.
    • Place eggs, milk and almond extract in a shallow bowl. Mix until well combined.
    • Dip each bread slice in egg mixture.
    • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
    • Cook bread hearts for 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
    • Remove from the oil and drain on paper towel.

    To Make Almond Butter

    • Place confectioners’ sugar, remaining butter and almond extract in a small bowl. Mix until well combined.

    To Proceed

    • Sprinkle additional confectioners’ sugar over the french toasts. Almond French Toast Hearts are ready to serve. ENJOY!!

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with Almond Flavored Butter.
  • Baked Veggie Rolls

    Baked Veggie Rolls

    Last week, I made these Veggie rolls ( Baked Version) to give myself a break from ‎assignment work. They are very easy to prepare and tastes absolutely delicious! I had too much fun making this.

    Baked Veggie Rolls

    Last week, I made these Veggie rolls ( Baked Version) to give myself a break from ‎assignment work. They are very easy to prepare and tastes absolutely delicious! I had too much fun making this.
    Prep Time 15 minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes
    Total Time 35 minutes
    Servings 16
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    • 1 large carrot cut into julienne
    • 1 spring onion cut into julienne
    • 1 cup cabbage thinly sliced
    • 1 green pepper thinly sliced
    • 1/4 cup boiled green peas
    • 1/4 cup boiled corns
    • 1/4 cup boiled red beans optional
    • 1 tablespoon chopped ginger
    • 1 garlic clove crushed
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 2 tablespoon freshly parsley chopped
    • 1/2 teaspoon vinegar
    • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
    • a pinch of crushed red chili
    • salt to taste
    • 1 egg for brushing
    • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for sprinkling
    • 16 roll wrappers or sheets

    Instructions

    Directions

    • Heat oil in a wok over medium heat. Saute giner and garlic till fragrant.
    • Add green peas, red beans and corns. Cook for 2-3 minutes then add remaining veggies and add vinegar.
    • Cook and stir for few minutes.
    • Season with salt , pepper and red chili.
    • Mix well and cook for 1 more minute. ( Don’t over cook).
    • Transfer the veggie mixture into a bowl and let it cool completely.
    • Preheat an oven for 200 degree C and brush a baking sheet with oil.
    • Place a wrapper like diamond, put 2 tablespoons of filling near corner, tightly roll the wrapper, fold over left side, fold over right side, brush a little water along the edge and close it up.
    • Put on a lightly oiled baking sheet and repeat this method the rest of your rolls.
    • Lightly brush the tops of the rolls with egg-wash.
    • Sprinkle sesame seeds over them.
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until they turn crispy and golden brown.

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions :
    Serve with sweet and sour sauce.
  • Chicken Pita Sandwiches

    Chicken Pita Sandwiches

    Say goodbye to your boring sandwiches. This Chicken Pita Sandwiches recipe is so easy to make and sure to spice up your lunch routine. Twenty minutes is all you need to whip up these simple yet satisfying Chicken Pita Sandwiches. Perfect to pack for school or work!!

    Chicken Pita Sandwiches

    Say goodbye to your boring sandwiches. This Chicken Pita Sandwiches recipe is so easy to make and sure to spice up your lunch routine. Twenty minutes is all you need to whip up these simple yet satisfying Chicken Pita Sandwiches. Perfect to pack for school or work!!
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes
    Servings 4
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    • 4 Pita breads
    • 2 boneless chicken breasts cut into thin strips
    • 1 small green bell pepper thinly sliced
    • 1 small yellow bell pepper thinly sliced
    • 1 small onion
    • 1 cucumber thinly sliced
    • 4 olives thinly sliced
    • 1 jalapeño pepper thinly sliced
    • 4 tablespoon tomato ketchup
    • 2 tablespoon mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon black pepper
    • salt to taste
    • 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
    • lettuce leaves

    Instructions

    Directions

    • Heat oil in a frying pan.
    • Stir fry chicken in hot oil for 4-5 minutes or until no longer pink.
    • season with salt, garlic powder, black pepper and crushed chili.
    • Cover the pan and let it cook in its own water for 10 minutes or until chicken is tender.
    • Now add onion and stir fry for 30 seconds.
    • Now add green pepper, yellow pepper, jalapeno pepper.
    • Stir fry for 1-2 minutes then stir in the
    • tomato ketchup.
    • Turn the heat off.
    • Now add olives, cheese and mayonnaise.
    • Adjust seasoning to taste.
    • Slightly roast pita bread on hot griddle from both sides.
    • Put some lettuce leaves and cucumber on a pita bread.
    • Top with chicken mixture.
    • Generously cover with another pita bread.
    • Cut each bread into four pieces.
    • Transfer into a serving platter. Delicious Chicken Pita Sandwiches are ready to serve. ENJOY!!
  • Walnut Rice Pudding

    Walnut Rice Pudding

    This Walnut rice pudding recipe has been family tested and approved and can be whipped up in no time.

    Walnut Rice Pudding

    This Walnut rice pudding recipe has been family tested and approved and can be whipped up in no time.
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 30 minutes
    Total Time 35 minutes
    Servings 4
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup walnuts pieces
    • 2 tablespoon rice flour
    • 1/2 cup white sugar
    • 1 litre milk
    • 1 teaspoon walnut or almond extract

    Instructions

    • Soak walnuts in hot water for 15 minutes.
    • Now grind the walnuts into a smooth thick paste.
    • While grinding add the little milk .
    • Pour milk in a saucepan.
    • Add ground mixture, rice flour and sugar.
    • Mix until no lump remain.
    • Bring to a boil in medium to low heat. Keep stirring without burning at the bottom.
    • When it reaches a semi-thick consistency, add the walnut or almond extract.
    • Stir and cook for few minutes or until thicken.
    • Turn off the stove.
    • Dish it out.
    • Garnish with chopped walnuts. Delicious walnut Rice Pudding is ready to serve.

    Notes

    Note:
    Either you can remove the walnut skin or just leave it. I prefer to leave it, the peel too has nutrition.
    Serving Suggestions:
    You can serve it chilled or serve warm.
    But tastes delicious when served chilled after any meal.