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Bhakarwadi

2012-06-12T02:02:00.003-07:00

Bhakarwadi

Ingredients :
For the outer layer:
1/2cup of all purpose flour.
1/4 cup of chickpea flour.
salt to taste.
one pinch of backing soda .
2tbsp of refined oil.

For the filling:
1tbsp of dessicated coconut/fresh grated coconut.
1tbsp of poppy seeds.
1tbsp of sesame seed.
1tbsp of sugar.
1tsp of whole coriander/powder.
1tsp of fennel seed.
1/2 tsp of red chilli powder.
1/2 tsp of cumin powder.
1/2 tsp of dried ginger powder.
one pinch of asafoetida (hing).
1/4tsp of clove powder.
1/4tsp of cinnamon powder.
salt to taste.

Method:

1. Combine all the ingredients of outer layer and make a hard dough with a few tbsp of water. Work the dough for a couple of minutes and leave for 20 mins.
2. Grind all the spices in a grinder and then with the masala mix one tbsp of oil.
3. Separate the dough into 2 pieces and roll them like a thin roti [round in shape].
4.Brush some water/lemon juice on the roti/flate bread and spread a thin layer of masala.
5. Brush some extra water around the edges and roll it and cut into small similar portions.
6. Heat 2 cups of refined oil and fry them on medium heat until they become golden brown in color.
7.Take them out of the oil and drain excess oil. Cool them completely and sprinkle some chaat masala [optional] before serving. Enjoy with tea.

Instant Rasmalai

2012-06-11T07:01:00.001-07:00

Instant rasmalai in 30 mins

Ingredients:
For 2 cheese balls:
2cups of whole milk.
2tbsp of lemon juice.
2cups of cold water.

For malai:
1/2 cup of whole milk [2% fat]
1/2 cup of sweetened condensed milk.
1/2tsp of black cardamom powder.
1-2tbsp of ground almond [optional].
One pinch of saffron.

Method:
1. Boil 2cups of milk and add lemon juice, stir continuously, when the fat separates from the whey water and 2cups of cold water.
2. Stain the whey water with a stainer and cheese cloth/disposable kitchen towel.
3. Drain the excess water by squeezing the cheese cloth and message the cheese/paneer for five mins.
4. Divide the cheese into 2 portions, give them round flat shape.
5, Now boil 2cups of water with 1 cup of sugar and add the cheese boll in the syrup, boil them for 5 mins on medium high heat.
6.Let them cool.
7.For malai, in non stick pan boil the condensed milk and whole milk for about 2mins.Turn off the heat and add ground almond and saffron .
8. In a serving plate add squeezed cheese ball and pour the malai on top. Serve chilled.

healthy coconut cookie

2012-06-03T12:11:00.001-07:00

healthy coconut cookie

healthy coconut cookie
Ingredients:
for 14-15 cookies:

One cup of whole wheat flour.
One cup of sugar alternative/sugar powder.
One cup of unsweetened desiccated coconut.
One tsp baking soda.
3/4 cup skimmed of milk or as needed.
1tb of margarine/ butter [cold].

Method:

1. Mix all the dry ingredients well.
2. Add milk and make a sticky-soft dough .
3. Place the cookie dough in baking tray, [leave one inch of gap between two cookies] and bake them in pre heated oven [180C]for 10 mins.
4. After 10 mins turn around each cookie and again bake them for another 10 mins.
5. Cool them on a wire rack and serve with tea/coffee or milk shake.

2012-06-02T11:14:00.001-07:00

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mixed berry smoothie

2012-06-01T16:46:00.001-07:00

mixed berry smoothie

Ingredients:
for one glass of smoothie :

1/2 cup of mixed berry.
1/2 cup of water.
2tbsp of flaxseed powder[ optional]
1 tbsp of lime/lemon juice.
1tsp of sugar.
2tbsp of yogurt .

Method:

1. Pour all the ingredients in a blender .
2. And mix well until it become smooth, serve immediately.

2012-06-01T16:32:00.001-07:00

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chicken kathi roll / chicken frankie

2012-05-31T07:59:00.000-07:00

chicken kathi roll / chicken frankie

Ingredients:
For 2 rolls:

for paratha:
3/4 cup of whole wheat/ all purpose flower.
1/4 cup of lukewarm water.
one pinch of salt.
1tsp of oil.

for filling::

200 grams of boneless chicken pieces, cut in small pieces.
one small size chopped onion.
one medium size green bell pepper.
2tbsp chopped coriander leaves.
1/2 tsp garam masala powder.
1tsp of red chilli powder.
1tsp of turmeric pow.
1tsp cumin powder.
1 1/2 tsp of grated ginger.
1tbsp of grated garlic.
salt and pepper to taste.
2 tbsp cooking oil.

for serving:

Some sliced onion.
Some mayonnaise.
Lemon juice.

Method :

1.a) In a mixing bowl add flour,salt and oil, mix well. Now with the help of water make a smooth dough .
b) cut the dough in to 2 portions and roll & fold them, as I have instructed in my video, leave it for 10 mins.
c) Now roll them into a large-thin roti. And cook in in a flat pan for 2mins on each side, on medium heat. Fry the roti and make a paratha [if u wish].
2. In wok add oil then fry the onion until it become golden brown, then add ginger garlic and fry for a min.
3. Add chicken salt and pepper and fry the chicken for five mins.
4. After 5 mins add bell pepper and all the spices. Cook for 10 mins.
5. Let the it dry completely.
.6. Take one roti add some chicken, sliced onion, lemon juice and mayonnaise . Roll it.....sere it .

2012-05-30T13:04:00.000-07:00

cooking something with flower and camera........lol....

2012-05-30T12:37:00.001-07:00

Do you know, which is word's oldest soup??? And when it was made???

2012-05-30T10:06:00.001-07:00

Indian food is unhealthy ...... true / false ???

super healthy/healthy

2012-05-30T10:01:00.000-07:00

which one you like most??? super healthy & tasteless food / healthy & tasty food??
I like 2nd one and u?? why???

mixed vegetable daal/ vegetable lentil soup

2012-05-29T09:56:00.006-07:00

vegetable lentil soup / mixed vegetable daal

Ingredients :
For 4-5 servings:

40grams of red lentils [masoor daal]
40 grams of split yellow lentils [mung daal]
1 cup of chopped carrots
1 cup of chopped radish
one small cubed beetroot
1/2 cup of green peas.
6 cherry tomatoes or 2 medium sized chopped tomatoes
2tbsp chopped coriander leaves
2 green chillies
1tbsp grated ginger
1/2 tsp asafoetida [hing]
1 tsp black cumin seeds [sahi jeera]
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
salt pepper to to taste.

For tempering [tadka]:

1tsp whole coriander seeds
3 green cardamom
one 1 inch piece of cinnamon
1 tb red chilli powder
one medium sized chopped onion

Method:

1.Soak the lentils in water for 30 mins.
2. In a pressure cooker add 2 cups of water and add all the vegetables, lentils and all the spices [except green chilli & spices for tempering].
3. Cook for 2 whistles and do not open the lid of the pressure cooker at least 10 mins.
4. Now in a separate large pan heat 3-4 tbsp of oil add coriander seeds, green cardamom and cinnamon and fry them until they start to sizzle.
5. Add chopped onion and chilli powder and fry for 3-4 mins.
6. Add the boiled lentil and vegetables in to the pan with fried onion and boil on high heat for about 3-4 mins.
7. Add coriander leaves and green chilli. Serve hot with rice or bread.

Pumpkin fruit cake

2012-05-29T06:48:00.001-07:00

Pumpkin fruit cake

Ingredients:

110 grams/ one cup of all purpose flour.
50grmas of regular sugar, 50 grams of light brown sugar.
1/2 tsp of baking powder.
1/4 tsp of baking soda.
75grams of melted butter.
2 medium size eggs.
75 grams of grated pumpkin.
30grams of chopped dates.
30 grams of dried apricot [chopped]
30 grams of chopped pecan.
1/2 tsp of cinnamon powder.
1/2 tsp of ginger powder.
1/4 tsp of freshly grated nutmeg .
some extra flour for dusting.

Method:

1. Mix one tbsp of flour with 3 types of dry fruits, keep aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl add sugar, eggs and butter and mix with a blender for 2 mins.
3. Then add al dry ingredients, mix well.
4. After that add grated pumpkin and dry fruits & mix well.
5. Take a greased-round baking tray and dust some four, spread the cake batter.
6. And bake it into a preheated oven at 180C for 15- 20 mins.
7. Cool down completely and enjoy with tea.

Mango milkshake

2012-05-28T05:46:00.002-07:00

Mango milkshake
Ingredients:
1 cup of cold whole milk.
1 mango cut into cubes.
6-7 ice cubes.
1tbsp of sugar and one pinch of black cardamom powder.
Some shredded pistachio .

Method:

Mix all the ingredients [except pistachio] in a blender and blend well for 1-2 mins. Garnish with pistachio. Serve immediately.

Salmon curry

2012-05-28T04:53:00.002-07:00

Salmon mustard curry
with Indian spices
Ingredients :

For 2 servings:
2 pieces or 200 grams of salmon fish [100 grams each]
One small chopped onion.
2 green chilli.
2tbsp chopped coriander leaves.
One medium-large size chopped tomato.
1 1/2 tsp of mustard powder.
1/2 tsp of black onion seeds[kalonji]
1/4 tsp of black mustard seeds.
1/4 tsp of turmeric powder.
One tbsp cooking oil.
salt to taste.

Method:

First of all mix the mustard powder with one cup of water and leave for five mins.
1.Marinate the fish with salt and pepper [for 10 mins].
2. Heat the oil and add mustard-black onion seeds.
3. When they start to sizzle add 2 green chillies [broken into half], onion and tomato, add salt and turmeric powder.
4. Cook them until the tomato become soft.
5. Now add the fish, coat with spices and cook them for 2-3 mins on each side.
6. Now add the muster mixture [with water] and boil for another 5mins.
7. Serve hot with boiled rice.

Garden salad

2012-05-27T13:54:00.002-07:00

Garden salad

Ingredients:
For 2 servings:
Salad leaves[2 cups].
Chopped cucumber 150grams.
Cherry tomatoes 150 grams.
1/4 cup of olive [preserved olive for salad]
For dressing:
1 tb sp of grated parmesan cheese.
1 tsp of lemon zest.
Salt and pepper to taste.
2 tbsp of apple cider vinegar.
1tbsp of extra virgin olive oil.

Method:

1. In a big mixing bowl pour all the ingredients [for dressing] and whisk them for about 30 seconds.

2. Mix all the vegetables and olive. Mix well and serve.

Whole wheat burger bun

2012-05-27T13:40:00.001-07:00

Whole wheat burger bun
Ingredients:
For 4 medium size bun:
3 cups of whole wheat flour [ you can use all purpose flour].
2 tsp of dried yeast.
2 tsp of sugar
1 tsp of salt
1 cup of lukewarm water.
1 tsp of sesame seeds.
some extra lukewarm water [if needed].

Method :

1. In the lukewarm water add the sugar, salt and yeast. Mix and leave it for 5-6 mins.
2. After 5 mins the yeast will be ready to use.
3. Mix the four and water in a large mixing bowl and make a soft sticky dough.
4. Grease the same bowl and place the dough and cover with plastic wrap.
5. Leave the dough for about 40-45 mins in a dark and warm place, oven is ideal place.
6. Then take out the dough from bowl on a chopping broad [dusted with some four], and gently massage the
dough for a min.And cut the dough into 3-4 pieces.From each portion make a smooth ball.
7. Take a baking tray with parchment paper and place the balls the cover it with a kitchen towel and leave for another 30 mins into the oven.
8. Remove the towel and brush each ball with some oil and sprinkle some sesame seeds. And bake them for 15 to 20 mins into a preheated oven [at 200C].
9. Cool them completely on a wire rack.

grilled chicken burger

2012-05-27T13:05:00.000-07:00

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grilled chicken burger in 10 mins

Ingredients:
200 grams of ground chicken/turkey.
2 tbsp if breadcrumbs.
One medium size onion, chopped.
1-2 tbsp of chopped garlic.
1 tbsp sun-dried tomato, chopped [optional].
2 tbcp of coriander leaves, finely chopped.
1tsp of dried/fresh[finely chopped] dill.
Salt and Pepper to taste.

Method:

1. Mix all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and make 2 patties.
2. Heat a grill pan/regular non stick pan on medium heat .
3. Spray some cooking oil/ spread some cooking oil and fry/grill the patties for 5mins each side.
4. After 10 mins serve them with burger bun, tomato sauce, mayonnaise and lettuce.
Home made whole wheat burger bun

And home made Italian tomato sauce

Mushroom Risotto

2012-05-25T05:12:00.003-07:00

Mushroom Risotto

Ingredients:

100 grams of carnanoli/risotto rice [or you can use any type of fragrance free rice]
100 grams of chestnut/closed cup/ button mushroom
If you wish you can use 1-2 tbsp of dried mudhroom
1 cup of white wine + 1 1/2 cup of vegetable stock or, 1cup of veg stock+1 1/2 cup of veg stock
One large chopped onion
2 tbsp of chopped celery
2 tbsp of chopped garlic
1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
1 bay leaf
1 tsp of dried thyme
1 tsp of olive oil
1+1 tbsp of butter
Salt nad pepper to taste

Method:

1. Heat the pan on medium heat and add oil and 1tb of butter.
2. Fry the onion for 2 mins.
3. Add the celery and garlic, thyme, bay leaf, salt and pepper.
4. Cook them for 1 min and add the rice and fry for 2 mins.
5. Now add 1cup of white wine/1cup of veg stock,simmer it until the stock/wine get absorbed completely.
6. Now add the remaiming stock and again cook for 5-6mins.
7. Meanwhile if you see the gravy became very dry add another 1/2 cup of veg stock/water and cook until the water get absobed and the rice become sticky.
8. Turn off the heat and add grated parmesan cheese and 1tbsp of butter, mix well and serve hot.
It makes 2 servings.

Italian Tomato Sauce

2012-05-24T05:05:00.002-07:00

Italian Tomato Sauce

Ingredients:

2 cups of tomato puree
1 cup of water
2 tbsp of sugar
2 tbsp of onion powder
1 tbsp of garlic powder
1/2 tsp of dried basil
1/2 tsp of dried oregano
1/2 tsp of dried parsley
salt and pepper to taste

Method:

1. In a sauce pan mix all ingredients on low heat and boil for 15-20 mins until the sauce become thick.
2. Stir occasionally.
3. then let it cool completely and store in a tight container, it remains good for 7-8 days.

This sauce can be served with pasta-spaghetti-pizza-sandwiches or can be used as dip with any snack.

Grilled chicken and vegetables salad

2012-05-23T03:27:00.001-07:00

Grilled chicken and vegetables salad

Ingredients:

One zucchini,cut into round slices
One bell pepper,cut into square pieces
One Yellow/white onion, cut into thick slices
One bunch of asparagus, cut into halves
[ you can use any vegetable of your choice ]

One chicken breast, cut into thin slices and marinated with salt and pepper [30 mins of marination is enough]

For salad dressing:

One tbsp of good quality of extra virgin olive oil
One tbsp of balsamic vinegar[you can use apple cider vinegar also]
1 tbsp of honey
50 grams of roasted almonds [roast them in a hot skillet for a few mins]
1/2 tsp of dried parsley
1/2 tsp of dried thyme
1/2 tsp of dried basil
salt and pepper to taste

Method:

1. Mix some salt and pepper with the vegetabes and keep aside.
2. Grill the chicken in a grilling pan for 5-6 mins on each side[if you do not have grill pan you can use any regular nonstick pan]
3. Now grill the vegetables [spread the vegetables in a single layer]
4. Now in a large mixing bowl mix the olive oil, vinegar,all the dried herbs and salt-pepper and mix well.
5. Mix the salad dressing with the vegetabes.
6 Now in a serving plate take some vegetables and add some chicken pieces, sprinkle some almonds and serve with some fresh lettuce.

salmon potato salad

2012-05-21T18:04:00.001-07:00

Salmon Potato salad

Ingredients:

2 medium size potato, cut into big cubes and boil them in salted water.
200 grams of salmon fish marinated with salt and papper
1cup of thick yogurt
1tbsp of lemon zest
1 tbsp of lemon juice

11/2 tsp of dried dill
1tsp of dried parsley
salt and paper to taste.
1 tbsp of olive oil.

Method:

1.Fry the fish in a rying pan with the oil, on medium heat until the fish become golden brown on both sides.
2.Add the parsley to the fish and ans break them into big chunnks.
3.In a large mixing bowl add the yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, salt and papper and mix well.
4.Then add the potato and mix well.
5.Now add the salmon and serve with some salad leaves.uuhu

2012-05-21T16:24:00.003-07:00

Granola Bars

Ingredients:

2cups regular oats
1/2 cup of chopped almonds
1/2 cup of chopped walnuts
1/4 cup of sunflower seeds
1/4 cup of pumpkin seeds
2 tbsp of whole flaxseeds
1 tsp of cinnamon powder
1/2 tsp of baking soda
1cup of raw sugar [light brown sugar]
1/2 cup of honey
[ You can use any type of dry fruits and nuts of your choice]

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 180C.
2. Mix all the dry ingredients.
3. Make a thik dough/sticky mixture with the help of one cup of water
4. Take a baking tray with parchment paper and spread the mixture evenly.
5. Bake for 25-30 mins and cool down on a wire rack.
6. cut into pieces and store them in a airetight container.

Fish balls recipe

2012-05-20T16:13:00.000-07:00

Fish Balls

Ingredients:

200 grams of Tilapia fish [bone less/ any fish of your choice]
4-5 tbsp of breadcrumbs
11/2 tbsp of dried parsley
1tsp of thyme
1tb sp of grated parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Method:
1.Preheat the oven to 230C and finely chop the fish
2. With the fish add all the ingredients and make small size balls
3. Bake into the oven for 15-20 mins
4. Serve with pasta/ rice or it can be serve as a starter .

Banana Bread Recipe

2012-05-20T11:13:00.006-07:00

Banana Bread Recipe

Ingredients :
110 grams of whole wheat/all purpose flour
50 grams of regular sugar
50 grams of raw sugar [ light brown sugar]
75 grams of melted butter
one cup of raisins
a pinch of salt
1tsp of cinnamon pow
1tsp of baking pow
1 tsp of Vanilla extract
2 large eggs
3 over ripe bananas

Method:
1. Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan
2. Mix the all dry ingredients
3. Smash the bananas until it become a paste
4. Mix one tsp of flour with the raisins
5. In a large mixing bowl mix the butter, eggs, vanilla extract, sugar and banana paste
6. Mix the flour mixture with the egg mixture
7.Take a greased bread loaf tray and pour the mixture and bake for 30-35 mins, cool it down and cut.
Serve with tea.