DEE's KITCHEN.

MW Kurkuri Moongfali

2013-05-11T21:08:00.002-07:00

Happy Mothers Day to all lovely Moms. Today I am sharing my favorite snack which is very crispy to eat and low in calories, ready in minutes.

Ingredients

Raw Peanuts One Bowl
Besan/Chickpeas Flour Three to Four Spoons
Baking Soda 1/4 tsp
Dry mint powder 1/2 tsp
Red Chilly powder 1/2 tsp
Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp
Chaat masala 1/2 tsp
Salt 1/2 tsp
Oil 1 Tbsp

Method

In a mixing bowl combine peanuts and all other ingredients. Mix nicely. Add one tbsp of water. Mix with your finger tips. Now grease a mw safe bowl. Spread ready peanut mixture. MW for three minutes. Remove and stir. Again MW for two minutes. Let it cool. MW Kurkuri Moongfali is ready.

TRESemme Gave Me A Reason To Party With my RAMP READY HAIR

2013-05-03T22:16:00.003-07:00

" Wake up in the morning feel like P'Diddy; grab my glasses i'm out the door,

i'm gonna hit the city"

( Checking the mirror ) what i see is dull and frizzy hair and even then i give no notice to them. And

"Before i leave, brush my teeth with a bottle of jack;

cuz when i leave for the night i ain't coming back"

I stepped outside and met my friend two blocks away from home. Her hair tied up in a fancy bun with an attractive bow supporting it. While a black rubber band was holding back my hair in a pony tail. Excited for the party, we discussed the guest list and waited for the other girls, so we could all leave for our destination. The moment they arrived their hairdo amazed me. Was I the only one looking so dull and lifeless or they were just dressed too much. Well, considering the occasion former was the case.

The smartest of all gave me a lookfull of disgust and pitty, immediately she questioned me, " are we going to party or to a flea market..?"

We immediately drove to her place, where i conditioned my tresses with Tresemme products. "Wow half of the work is done", this is what my mind was saying to me. no friz and so shiny hair! Now what's next? Youtube!

We checked various hairstyles on YouTube and picked the "Athena Braid" which could be easily made and yet trendy and chick.

All dressed up as divas we sang out loud on our way to the party

" Don't stop make it pop DJ, blow my speakers up Tonight,

I'mma fright Til we see the sunlight, Tick Tock on the clock..."

Contest byTRESemme at Indiblogger

TRESemme Gave Me A Reason To Party!!

2013-05-03T20:31:00.001-07:00

" Wake up in the morning feel like P'Diddy; grab my glasses i'm out the door,

i'm gonna hit the city"

( Checking the mirror ) what i see is dull and frizzy hair and even then i give no notice to them. And

"Before i leave, brush my teeth with a bottle of jack;

cuz when i leave for the night i ain't coming back"

The smartest of all gave me a lookfull of disgust and pitty, immediately she questioned me, " are we going to party or to a flea market..?"

We checked various hairstyles on YouTube and picked the "Athena Braid" which could be easily made and yet trendy and chick.

All dressed up as divas we sang out loud on our way to the party

" Don't stop make it pop DJ, blow my speakers up Tonight,

I'mma fright Til we see the sunlight, Tick Tock on the clock..."

Contest byTRESemme at Indiblogger

Sandy Candy Mocktail

2013-05-01T09:46:00.000-07:00

Here's an easy to make refreshing mocktail, can be served as party drink.

Ingredients

Vanilla Ice Cream One Scoop
Frooti drink
Sprite
Drinking Soda

Method

Put crushed ice in a mocktail glass. Fill 1/4th part of glass with Frooti drink. Now, add one scoop of vanilla ice cream. Slowly pour over the sprite till half from the side of the glass. Top up the glass with drinking soda. Garnish with strawberry crush and serve chilled.

An End to Split Ends

2013-03-22T01:18:00.000-07:00

The best part in women that adorns her is hair. Long, lustrous and silky smooth hair just adds on to her beauty and provides a grace to her persona.

Love Dove !

Well indeed I do. And to justify my statement I must state that Dove was introduced to me in my early twenties, as a gift from my overseas maternal aunt. Since then I am sharing my bathroom with Dove in every possible way. From soap to shampoo, body wash to conditioner; trust me dove is all around my place. I wonder that day is no far when I’ll start swearing on the brand.

Well never mind, I too have a braid tale which is a three generation story, revolves around me, of course, my mother and my daughter.

Once upon a time, there was a school girl whose mother was obsessed with her hair care, more than she was. Every day without a miss the mother used to oil girl’s hair, which was till her waist line, air tight braids were made and the thickness of those two braids individually was as of a metal rod. You bet they were pretty thick and I know so because those were my braids. Every girl used to envy me for my thick and long black hair. School girls used to ask me the secret behind my beautiful braids, was nothing rare. Those were pretty good happy days for me. But one day what I saw, enemy of hair! And it was no alien force. They were my own hair. Their ends! Yes the spilt ends! I was worried and heart broken. These split ends were new to me and this new was no good. I could do nothing to get rid of these dirty ends. And being candle therapy the only solution in those days, I had to go for same. Irrespective of me hating the candle therapy because I was vulnerable and scared, that what if some accident happen, what if the therapy goes wrong? What if the therapist is not a pro? What if I had to cut short my length due to failure in therapy? There were so many what if’s , but I was helpless. I was still proud of my tresses, but deep down somewhere I had a glitch against these ugly ends

Today, those tresses are gone. But what I have is a daughter. Just like my mother she is obsessed with her hair care. But her techniques are a lot different as of my mother’s back in those days. She has shoulder length hair, which is according to her is the best length to keep one’s hair healthy and nourished. Any length below this will lead to loss in nourishment and dry and dead ends. But just like every other girl she craves for long tresses. I have seen her going lala over my length after seeing my pictures when I had long tresses. With a fear of spilt ends, she is afraid to grow them long, thus she opt for frequent hair cut, which leads to length till shoulder. While she wish to grow her hair longer than mine.

The other day I was watching T.V and my cookery show was interrupted with commercials, when suddenly Dove Split End Rescue system ad flashed on screen. At first I was thinking if this could actually happen? And I was left thinking should I order this product or not? What if this just another false claim by advertisers? Despite being doubtful, I made up my mind to use it once. And I applied for these samples.

Just after a few washes difference was identified. The bottles were soon emptied. I can say my loyalty towards Dove has finally paid off by introducing this new product.

P.S. I miss Dove Split End Rescue Shampoo in my own time. As the saying goes, it’s always better to be late, than never.

P.S. This is no a fiction, but one dramatized chapter of my life. I proudly say Love Dove, not just because I do, but as it is so worth it.

Dove Split End Rescue System contest at IndiBlogger

Bathua Ki Poori Aur Aaloo Ki Subzi

2013-03-09T19:33:00.001-08:00

Health is Wealth. This is what I keep on telling my family but nothing can be done when everyone is fried food lover or to be precise Poori lover. Adding bathua leaves (green leafy winter vegetable) in the poori dough was somewhat helping me in making my pooris healthy. But what about oil? Well now I have an alternative for that i.e. Fortune Rice Bran Oil. The makers of the oil claims that it is very light and is less consumed. I had a doubt myself at first, but alongwith my hubby's consent I can say "Makers' claim is absolutely right". Pooris came out perfect and yes they hardly consumed any extra oil and we were not feeling heavy and sleepy like we usually do after having fried and oily food. They were light and yummy. Do try "Bathua ki Poori" in Fortune Rice Bran Oil and feel healthy.

Ingredients

For Bathua Poori

Fortune Rice Bran Oil For Deep Frying
Wheat Flour One Bowl
Bathua Leaves Paste Half Bowl
Crushed coriander Seeds 1/2 tsp
Green Chilly(chopped) 1-2
Red Chilly Powder 1/4 tsp
Salt as per taste

Method

Clean and Wash bathua leaves. Drain out excess water through strainer. Keep aside.

Boil sufficient water in a broad vessel. Add bathua leaves. Blanch for three to four minutes. Add 1/4 tsp of sugar to maintain the green color. Drain out the water. Pour over some cold water and strain. Make Paste in Blender.
Take wheat flour in a vessel. Add salt, crushed coriander seeds, green chilly, red chilly powder and mix well.
Add bathua paste and mix. Gradually add some water to prepare a stiff but pliable dough. Rest for fifteen minutes. Divide into small portions. Roll into pooris. Heat sufficient oil in a deep frying pan. Deep fry the bathua poori from both sides till crispy. Yummy and crispy pooris are ready.

Ingredients for Aaloo Ki Subzi

Fortune Rice Bran Oil One Tbsp
Boiled Potato 3 to 4
Tomatoes 3
Green Chilly 1 to 2
Coriander Powder 2 tsp
Turmeric Powder 1/4 tsp
Red chilly powder 1/4 tsp
Garam Masala 1/4 tsp

Cumin Seeds 1/4 tsp
Asafoetida a pinch
Ginger a small piece
Salt as per taste

Method

Roughly mashed the potatoes and keep aside. Grind tomatoes in a blender with green chilly and ginger.
Heat oil in a pan. Add asafoetida. Saute for a minute. Add in cumin seeds. When they start to crackle, simmer the fire. Add turmeric powder, red chilly powder and immediately add tomato puree. Stir. Add coriander powder and salt. Cook for three to four minutes or until the oil comes out. Add in potatoes and mix. Add two and half cups of water. Stir. Cook for five minutes. Switch off the fire. Sprinkle garam masala. Add fresh coriander leaves. Serve with hot crispy bathua pooris. Enjoy!! .

This post is a part of Healthy & Tasty Recipe Contest with Fortune Rice Bran Health Oil & BlogAdda.com

China Challs

2013-02-28T00:43:00.000-08:00

Hope all are doing good. Here I came with this fusion snack, which I made yesterday evening for my family. Try and I hope your family will enjoy too.

Ingredients

Bread Slices 4-6
Chopped Cabbage half bowl
Chopped Carrot half bowl
Chopped Capsicum half bowl
Boiled Noodles(chopped) half bowl
Sweet Chilly Sauce 1 Tbsp
Tomato Sauce 1 spoon

Soya Sauce 1/2 spoon
Vinegar 1/2 tsp
White Pepper Powder 1/2 tsp
Chopped Onion 1/2 bowl
Chopped green chilly 1/2 tsp
Chopped ginger 1 tsp
Semolina 50 gms
Salt to taste
Oil for deep frying

Method

In a mixing bowl combine noodles, cabbage, carrot, capsicum, green chilly, ginger and chopped onion.
Seasoned it with salt, white pepper powder, tomato sauce, sweet chilly sauce, vinegar and soya sauce. Mix very well. Keep aside for stuffing.

Take water in a broad vessel. Now dip one slice of bread in water for a second, then squeeze out the excess water between palms. Place little amount of stuffing in the centre of the moist bread and close carefully to prepare china challs. Prepare the other challs in similar way. Take semolina in a flat container roll over each china chall.

Heat sufficient oil in a deep bottom pan. Deep fry the challs till golden brown in color on medium flame. Serve hot with tomato ketchup. Enjoy.

Paneer stuffed Pooris with Fresh Matar

2013-01-30T22:14:00.000-08:00

Ingredients

For Pooris

APF     Half Bowl
Wheat Flour Half Bowl
Grated Paneer 200 gms
Black Pepper Powder 1/4 tsp
Green Chilly Paste 1/4 tsp
Chaat Masala 1/4 tsp
Chopped Cilantro 2 Tbsp
Oil For Deep Frying
Salt As per taste

Method

Combine both flours . Add water gradually and knead into a smooth dough.and keep aside.
In a mixing bowl add grated paneer, chaat masala, green chilly paste, fresh cilantro and salt. Mix very well. Prepare small tiny balls out of this mixture for stuffing.

On the other hand heat sufficient oil in a vessel for frying. Now, Make small balls out of the ready dough. Roll out into small disk with the help of little flour. Place Stuffing and close the sides properly. Roll again and prepare medium size of pooris and deep fry on moderate heat till golden brown. Crispy Pooris are ready.

For Fresh Matar

Peas          Half Bowl
Finely Chopped Onion       1-2
Grated ginger        1/2 tsp
Garlic paste         1/2 tsp
Turmeric powder         a pinch
Red chilly powder         1/4 tsp
Coarsely grounded coriander seeds     1-2 tsp
Garam Masala Powder       a pinch
Finely chopped green chilly    1/2 tsp
Fresh coriander(chopped)     2 tsp
Oil        1Tbsp
Salt        As per taste

Method

Heat oil in a pan. Add in coarsely grounded coriander seeds, saute for a minute. Add in chopped onions, garlic paste and ginger. Saute for two minutes. Add fresh peas, green chilly, coriander powder, red chilly powder, turmeric powder and salt. Mix very well. Cook for five minutes on slow fire. Switch off the fire. Add fresh coriander and garam masala. Garnish with rings of onion and cilantro.

Add some lime juice .
Serve hot with crispy paneer pooris. Enjoy!!

Drumsticks Flower Stir Fry (Sehjan Ke Phool Ki Sabzi)

2013-01-17T03:58:00.000-08:00

Drumsticks has several uses.Today I am sharing a very healthy stir fry which I made from drumstick flowers. Drumstick flowers are very high in protein and excellent for joints.

Ingredients

Drumsticks Flower One Bowl
Fresh Peas Half Bowl (boiled)
Onion Chopped 2 Big
Tomato Chopped 1-2
Green Chilly 1 tsp
Red Chilli Powder 1/4 tsp
Turmeric Powder 1/4 tsp
Curd half bowl
Coriander Powder half tsp
Oil 1 Tbsp
Salt as per taste

Method

Boil sufficient water by adding half tsp of salt. Blanch Drumstick flowers till tender. Drain water. Squeeze out the excess water from flowers and keep aside.
Heat oil in a non stick pan. Add chopped onions. Cook till the onions turns translucent. Add turmeric powder, chilly powder. Stir for a minute. Add chopped tomatoes, green chilly, salt and coriander powder. Cook for another two to three minutes. Add boiled peas and blanched drumstick flowers. Mix nicely. Add curd and cook for another two minutes. Switch off the fire. Add fresh coriander and serve with parantha or Dal Chawal.

Shahi Gobhi Keema

2013-01-14T03:22:00.002-08:00

The fragrant and rich keema gobhi preparation will force you to prepare, eat and tingle your taste buds, craving for more.

Ingredients

Grated Cauliflower 1 Bowl
Milk Half Bowl
Onions 2 Big (finely chopped)
Red Chilly Powder 1/2 tsp

Tomato 1/2 (chopped)
Cumin Seeds 1/2 tsp
Green Chilly 1 tsp(chopped)
Fresh Coriander 1 Tbsp (chopped)
Grated Paneer 1 Tbsp
Cashew+Raisins 1 Tbsp
Oil 1 Tbsp
Garam Masala 1/2 tsp
Salt As per taste

***Method

Heat oil in a non stick pan. Add cumin seeds. Stir. Cook for a minute. Add chopped onions and cook till light brown in color. Add grated cauliflower and cook for five to eight minutes on high flame. Stir frequently. Add salt, red chilly powder and garam masala and mix. Add tomato and green chilly. Add milk and cook till milk has evaporated. At last add grated paneer, cashews and raisins. Switch off the fire. Dish it out. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with Nan or Tandoori Roti.

Gajar Methi Matar Stir Fry

2013-01-10T05:20:00.000-08:00

Year long I wait for methi season . It is one of the versatile vegetable that I have come across so far.

My winter meal is incomplete without fresh methi in any form. Today I paired it with Carrot and peas. Carrot eliminates the bitterness of methi and gives a better taste. You can team it up with Roti and Parantha.

Ingredients

Carrot 2 Medium (chopped)
Methi Leaves 250 gms (chopped)
Peas 1/2 Cup
Potato 1 Chopped (optional)
Onion 1 (finely chopped)
GG Paste 1 tsp
Tomato 1 (chopped)
Oil 1 Tbsp
Turmeric powder 1/4tsp
Red Chilly powder 1/4 tsp
Salt As per taste

Method

Heat oil in a non stick pan. Add potato pieces, stir and cook until they turn light brown. Add chopped onion and saute for a minute. Add ginger garlic paste. Cook for another two minutes or till the onions turns pink.Simmer the fire. Add turmeric powder, chilly powder and mix. Add chopped carrot, peas and salt. Stir for a minute. Add clean and finely chopped methi leaves. Mix nicely. Cook for about 7 to 8 minutes. Stir. Add chopped tomatoes. Cook for two minutes. Switch off the fire. Add fresh coriander leaves and serve with hot parantha.

Makhana Kheer (Lotus Seed Kheer)

2013-01-07T21:44:00.002-08:00

Hello Friends

I know I am a little late, but here I am wishing you a very Happy New Year. I took a short break from blogging due to health issues. But the break is over now. So watch out this place for more superb recipes. And to begin with 2013 here I am sharing Makahana Kheer.

Ingredients

Makhane (Lotus Seed) 1 Cup

Full Cream Milk Half litre

Sugar As per taste

Jaggery 1 Spoon

Ghee/Clarified butter 2 Spoon

Saffron 2 pinch

Cardamom powder 1/2 tsp

Khoya 2tsp (optional)

Method

Boil the milk and keep aside.

Heat ghee in a non stick pan. Add makhanas and saute for 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from fire and crush them with the help of rolling pin. Add crushed makhans to boiled milk. Switch on the fire. Mix nicely. Simmer the fire. Add sugar, jaggery, saffron and cardamom powder. Cook for about 10 minutes. Makhana Kheer is ready. Garnish with saffron strands and serve hot.

Idli ke Dahi Bhalle (Dahi Bhalle with leftover idlis)

2012-11-01T22:59:00.001-07:00

Ingredients

Leftover idlis 2
Nylon Sev 2 tsp
Curd 4 Spoons
Roasted Cumin Powder 1/2 tsp
Green Chutney 1 Spoon
Meethi Chutney (Sonth) 1-2 Spoon
Chaat Masala 1/2 tsp
Red Chilly Powder 1/2 tsp
Pomegnrate Seeds 2 Tbsp
Salt as per taste

Method

Dip idlis in lukewarm salted water for one to two minutes.
Squeeze out the water.
Place idlis on a serving plate. Pour some yogurt over, drizzle sweet chutney and green chutney.
Sprinkle red chilly powder, roasted jeera powder, chaat masala and salt.
Garnish with pom seeds and nylon sev and serve. Enjoy!!

sending this over to Rasi's Vegetarian Food & Me for Srivalli's eventKid's Delight-Healthy Makeover

Noodles with Paneer Balls

2012-10-23T21:12:00.000-07:00

Ingredients

For Paneer Balls

Grated Paneer	1 Bowl
APF	2 Spoons
Corn Flour	2 Spoon
White Pepper Powder	1/4 tsp
Oil	For Deep Fry
Salt	As per taste
For Noodles
Boiled Noodles	1 Bowl
Spring Onion	2 Tbsp
Fresh Cilantro	1 Tbsp
Capsicum(All Three)	1 Bowl
Chopped Onion	1/2 Bowl
Vinegar	1 Spoon
Soya Sauce	1 Spoon
Tomato Sauce	1 Spoon
Chilly Sauce	1 Spoon

For Paneer Balls

Mix all the ingredients required for paneer balls. Prepare lemon size balls and keep aside.
Heat sufficient oil in a deep pan and deep fry the balls till golden brown. Drain on absorbent paper and keep aside.

For Noodles

Heat oil in a non stick pan. Saute onion for two minutes. Reduce the fire. Add all the three varieties of capsicum, spring onions, white pepper powder, salt, tomato sauce, chilly sauce, vinegar, soya sauce and mix very well. Add paneer balls and noodles. Mix nicely. Switch off the fire. Transfer on to a serving plate. Garnish with fresh cilantro and paneer balls and serve hot. Enjoy.

AAloo Tuk/For Blog Hop Wednesday

2012-10-09T21:18:00.000-07:00

My partner for this month's Blog Hop Wednesday is Sweatha J. She is a versatile blogger. I found almost all the recipes from around the world at her space. Out of all the varieties that she offers in her blog, I opted for Aaloo Tuk from Sindhi cuisine. Crispy finger licking potato was a great hit among my family members.

Ingredients

Boiled Potatoes 4 to 5
Coriander Powder 2 tsp
Red Chilly Powder 1 tsp
Turmeric Powder a pinch
Black Pepper Powder 1/8 tsp
Salt as per taste
Amchoor Powder 1 tsp
Fresh Coriander
Oil for deep frying

1. Peel and slice (roundels) the potatoes.
2. In a mixing bowl, put salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, black pepper powder, coriander powder and amchoor powder. Mix very well.
3. Heat sufficient oil in a kadahi. Deep fry the potato slices till golden color.
4. Sprinkle ready masala on each potato slice with few drops of heated oil.
5 Garnish with fresh coriander and green chilly. Serve hot. Enjoy.

Bitter Gourd Peel Stir Fry

2012-10-02T05:29:00.003-07:00

Karela ( Bitter Gourd) is one of my favorite vegetable. Today I'm sharing the recipe which I learnt from my mom. Though it is a simple recipe but it tastes good and has medicinal qualities. You'll really love this recipe.

Ingredients

Bitter Gourd 1/2 Kg.
Mustard Oil 2 Tbsp
Onions 3-4 (Sliced)
Turmeric Powder 1/4 tsp

Red Chilli Powder 1/4 tsp
Amchoor Powder 1/2 tsp
Coriander Powder 1/2tsp
Salt As per taste

Method

Wash bitter gourd very well and pat them dry with kitchen towel. Scrap the outer skin of the bitter gourd. Heat mustard oil in a pan till smoking point. Add bitter gourd peel. Stir. Simmer the fire. Cook for 7 to 8 minutes or till the color of the peel changed into brown. Add sliced onions and cook for another five to seven minutes. Stir occasionally. Add in turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder and salt. Mix well. Cook for another two minutes. Switch off the fire. Add amchoor powder and mix. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve. This goes very well with paranthas. Enjoy!!

Corn Jafrani Raita

2012-08-27T22:08:00.002-07:00

Ingredients

Curd 1 Cup

Boiled corn 1/2 Bowl

Kesar/Saffron a pinch

Turmeric Powder 1/4 tsp

Sugar 1 Spoon

Grated ginger 1 tsp

Green Chilly 1 tsp(finely chopped)

Curry leaves 3-4

Mustard Seeds 1/2 tsp

Salt as per taste

Oil 1 tsp

Method

Take curd in a bowl. Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds, ginger, curry leaves and green chilly. Saute for a minute. Now add corn kernels, turmeric powder, salt and sugar. Mix very well.

Add kesar/saffron to the curd and ready corn seasoning. Mix nicely. Check the seasoning and serve.

Corn Jafrani Raita is ready to be served.

Achaari Bread Roll

2012-08-23T04:33:00.004-07:00

Bread rolls are very common in our households. Today I'm sharing a little bit different. These bread rolls are the perfect addition to any tea party and pickle masala adds a unique taste.

Ingredients

Cottage Cheese 250 gms

Bread Slices 6-8

Ready Mango Pickle Masala 2 Tbsp

Chopped Cilantro 1 Tbsp

Roasted and Coarsely ground Peanuts 2 Tbsp

Oil For deep frying

Method

* Strain the oil from mango pickle masala and set aside.

* Trim the pieces of bread slices and keep aside.

* Mash the paneer and add peanuts, chopped cilantro and strained mango pickle masala. Mix very nicely.

* Take broad bowl of water for wetting the bread.

* Now dip one slice of bread in water for a second, then squeeze out the the excess water between your palms.

* Place little amount of stuffing in the center of the moist bread and roll it. Prepare the other rolls in the same manner.

* Heat sufficient oil in a deep fry pan. Deep fry the achaari bread rolls on medium heat till golden brown in color. Serve hot with imli ki chutney and a cup of tea. Enjoy!!

Sending this over to Radhika@Tickling Palates';Let’s Cook #18 ~ Starters / Appetizers

Chatpati Moongfali

2012-08-07T21:20:00.001-07:00

Hi Everyone,

Today my partner is Nisha@ Magic Saucepan for Blog Hop Wednesday@Tickling Palates. She is a versatile blogger. I picked Masala Peanut. from her space. Its a nice tea time snack. Peanuts came out to be very crunchy and tasty.

Ingredients

Raw Peanuts 100 gms

Besan/Chickpeas flour 1 Tbsp

Rice flour 2 Tsp

Hing/asafoetida 1/4 tsp

Red Chilly Powder 1/2 tsp

Garam masala 1/4tsp

Haldi/Turmeric powder 1/4tsp

Black Pepper powder 1/4tsp

Amchur Powder 1/2tsp

Baking soda a pinch

Salt as per taste

Oil for deep frying

Method

Combine besan/chickpeas flour, rice flour, salt, red chilly powder, garam masala, hing, turmeric powder, black pepper powder, amchur in a bowl. Mix very well.

Add some water to make a thick batter. Add baking soda and mix. Add peanuts and coat very well. Heat sufficient oil. Deep fry the peanuts till golden brown in color. Sprinkle chat masala and serve.

Dal Maharani/For Blog Hop Wednesday

2012-07-10T21:47:00.001-07:00

Time for Blog Hop Wednesday which I was eagerly waiting for. Today my partner is Vaishali @ Ribbons's to Pasta's. She is multi talented person. I loved all the dishes from her blog and I would like to try too. For this month's Blog Hop I tried Dal-e-Maharani for yesterday's dinner and it was a super hit.

Ingredients

Saboot Urad Dal One Cup

Turmeric Powder 1/2 tsp

Cumin seeds 2tsp

Poppy Seeds 1 Tbsp

Whole Red Chillies 4-5

Green Chilly 2

Garlic 5-6

Ginger juellines 1 Tbsp

Pure Ghee 3 Tbsp

Curd 2 Tbsp

Tomato Chopped 1

Garam Masala 1 tsp

Paneer Cubes

Method

Pressure cook the dal with salt and a pinch of turmeric at least for 45 minutes on slow fire.

Make a paste of poppy seeds, whole red chilly, garlic cloves and one tspoon of cumin seeds. Set aside.

For the tempering heat ghee in a pan. Add cumin seeds, green chilly, ginger and ready paste. Saute it for a minute. Now add chopped tomato, turmeric powder, curd and garam masala. Cook for about two minutes or until ghee separates from tomatoes. Add Cooked dal and mix well. Cook for another 15 minutes on slow fire.

Add paneer cubes. Garnish with fresh cream, chopped coriander and green chilly and served.

Enjoy with tandoori parantha or nan.

Poha Namkeen/For Blog Hop Wednesday

2012-06-12T21:09:00.004-07:00

Here is another edition of Radhika's Blog Hop Wednesday. Today my partner is Kaveri@Palakkad Chamayal.

She has a wonderful space. I picked MW Chivda from her blog. This low calorie nutritious snack is favorite of dieters. Quick and easy to make Poha Namkeen here it comes.....

Ingredients

Poha 2 Cups

Raw Peanuts 2 Tbsp

Mustard Seeds 1 Tsp

Raisins 1 Tbsp

Dry Coconut 1 Tbsp (Chopped)

Curry Leaves 10 to 12

Roasted Chana Dal 1 Tbsp

Green Chilly 1 Chopped

Oil 3 tsp

Powdered Sugar 2 tsp

Salt As per taste

Method

1. In a Microwave safe bowl add poha and microwave at 100% for two minutes. Keep aside.

2. In another microwave safe bowl add oil and mustard seeds and Microwave on full powder for two minutes.

3. Now add peanuts, turmeric powder, curry leaves, coconut, chana dal, raisins, green chilly and mix very well. MW for two minutes.

4. To this add poha and mix well and mw it for one minute.

5. Let it cool completely.
Add salt and sugar. Mix very well.

6. Healthy n tasty Poha namkeen is ready to be served.

Butter Scotch Ice Cream

2012-05-14T02:44:00.000-07:00

" A mother is not a person to lean on, but a person to make leaning unnecessary."

Dorothy Canfield Fisher

A special treat to all the hardworking mothers, who each and everyday try her best, to make her kids day a special day, everyday. HAPPY MOTHERS DAY!!..:)...:D!!!!

Ingredients
Milk Full Cream 1 Liter
Milk Powder 4 Tbsp
Powdered Sugar 6 Tbsp
Fresh Cream 100 gms
Butterscotch essence 1 tsp
Yellow Color 2 drops
Cashew/Walnuts 1 Tbsp
Sugar 1 Tbsp (for caramel)
Ice cream Stablizer 1/4 tsp
Liquid Glucose 1 Tbsp

Method
In a cup of cold milk add milk powder, ice cream stablizer, three tablespoon of powdered sugar. Mix very well and keep aside.
Boil remaining milk and add the ready paste and mix well. Simmer the fire. Add liquid glucose and mix. Stir regularly to avoid lumps. Cook it for 20 to 25 miutes on slow fire. Switch off the fire. Strain if necessary.
Transfer into a aluminium container and freeze it for three to four hours or till it is almost set.
Now Take fresh cream in a bowl. Add yellow color, butter scotch essence and remaining powdered sugar and mix very well. Remove half set ice cream from the refrigerator. Divide it into two batches and churn each batch separately in a mixer. Fold in fresh cream mixture . Pour into ice cream container. Decorate with walnuts. Add Caramel and refrigerate again till set.
Note for caramel add sugar in a non stick pan and cook on slow fire till the sugar melts and change into brown. Transfer the liquid to a greased plate. Let it cool. Coarsely powder it with the help of rolling pin.

Vegetable Momos

2012-05-08T22:13:00.001-07:00

Time for Blog Hop Wednesday. For this month I'm paired with Rajni @My Kitchen Trials. She has a wonderful space.I would like to try some more recipes from her blog but for today I selected Vegetable Momos from her space. We enjoyed a lot.... :)...!!!

Ingredients
For Covering

All Purpose Flour 2 Cups
Oil 1-2 tsp
Salt 1/2 tsp

For filling

Cabbage 1 medium
Carrot 1-2
Ginger garlic paste 1 tsp
Green Chilly 1-2 (chopped)
Oil 1-2 tsp
Salt as per taste
Black pepper powder 1/4 tsp

For Chutney

Whole Red Chilly 4-5 (Soaked in water)
Orange red Color a pinch
Garlic Cloves 5 to 6
Sugar 1 to 2 tsp
Vinegar 1 to 2 Tbsp
Oil 1 tsp
Coriander seeds 1 tsp
Salt as per taste
ginger a piece

Method

* Combine APF, salt, oil and water to knead a soft and firm dough. Rest for ten minutes.
* Wash and grate the cabbage and carrot. Add 1/4 spoon of salt and mix. Rest for ten minutes and squeeze out the water.
* Meanwhile heat one tsp oil in a pan. Add ginger garlic paste and saute it for two minutes.
* Add green chillies, cabbage and carrot. Stir. Add salt and black pepper powder. Cooks for 3 to 4 mins.
* Switch off the fire. Stuffing is ready.
* Prepare small marble size balls from the dough Roll it out into small pooris. Place small amount of stuffing and shape into momos.(as shown in the picture)
* Heat sufficient water and steam the momos on a greased container from both the sides till done.

For Chutney
* Grind soaked red chillies, garlic cloves, ginger, coriander seeds in a blender by adding some water.

* Heat one tsp oil in a pan. Add chutney and saute it for a minute or two.
* Add vinegar, a pinch of orange red color, soya sauce and sugar. Cook for another two minutes.
* Switch off the fire. Serve hot steamed momos with this hot chutney.

Tandoori Fried Paneer

2012-05-02T13:00:00.004-07:00

This evening some of my friends came over for tea and with tea gossip always comes along. Fortunately I had Paneer resting in my fridge. I got the chance to prepare this new and quick snack of paneer, no occasion can be better than this one for this snack. so here goes the recipe...

Ingredients

Paneer/Cottage Cheese 250 gms
Cornflakes (crushed) 2 Spoon
Maida/APF 3 Spoon
Curd 2 Spoon
Bread Crumbs 2 Spoon
Amchur Powder 1/4 tsp
Tandoori Masala 1 Spoon
Black Pepper Powder 1/4 tsp
Ajwain 1/4 tsp
Salt as per taste

Method

* Combine APF, curd, salt, ajwain, and black pepper powder in a bowl. Add some water to make a thick batter.
* Mix crushed cornflakes, bread crumbs, tandoori masala and amchur powder. Keep aside.
* Heat sufficient oil in a deep bottom pan.
* Cut the Paneer into squares. Dip the pieces in the ready batter.
* Coat each piece with ready masala and deep fry till golden brown in color.

* Sprinkle tandoori masala and serve hot with green chutney and tomato ketchup.

Black Chickpeas Sundal/For Blog Hop Wednesday

2012-04-10T22:35:00.000-07:00

Today My partner is Rasi for Radhika's Blog Hop Wednesday. I picked Black Chickpeas Sundal from her space.

Ingredients
Black Chickpeas 1 Cup (Boiled)
Asafoetida a pinch
Coconut 2 Tbsp (Grated)
Curry Leaves 1 Tbsp
Whole Red Chilly 1-2
Coriander Seeds 2 Tsp
Urad Dal 1 Tbsp
Mustard Seeds 1 Tsp
Oil 2 Tsp
Black Pepper Corn 1 tsp
Salt As per taste

Method
Heat one tsp oil in a pan. Temper it with coriander seeds, asafoetida, urad dal, whole red chilly and pepper corns. Saute for a minute or two. Turn off the fire. Cool and grind to a fine powder. Keep aside.
Heat one tsp oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and curry leaves, when they begin to splutter add urad dal. Saute it until dal turns brown. Add boiled chickpeas. Cook for five to six minutes. Add the powder and mix very well. Cook for another two minutes. Add grated coconut and serve.