My Mom-in-law made these delicious ‘Moong Dal Pakoras’ last evening. This snack is prepared from split green gram or dhuli moong ki dal. Since only few ingredients go in this recipe, it can be prepared without any hassles. We added it in Punjabi Kadhi but you can serve this as a tea-time snack. Ingredients: 1 cup split [...]
Continue reading...1. August 2009
Ingredients: For the wadas- 1 cup dhuli urad dal (split black gram without skin), soaked in water for about 5-6 hours, Salt to taste, Oil for deep frying, Hot water for dipping the wadas. For the dahi- 2 cups yogurt, 2-3 tsp sugar, A pinch of salt. To garnish- Ground cumin (jeera powder) and red chilli powder. Method: Grind the urad dal with some salt and very little [...]
Continue reading...21. July 2009
Our common love for food, drives me and my husband to South-Indian restaurants to have our Sunday breakfast. Sunday is our day to relax and gorge on food that we love. And what a way to begin the day. South-Indian breakfast mainly consists of Idli, Appe, Dosa, Uttappa and Medu Vada accompanied with chutney and [...]
Continue reading...19. July 2009
Ingredients: 3 flour tortillas, 3 grilled chicken breasts; diced, Shredded Romaine Lettuce leaves, 1 green/red Bell Pepper; finely chopped, 1/4 cup Caesar dressing, Mayonnaise, A dash of Rosemary, Shredded Parmesan cheese, Salt and pepper to taste. Method: Mix all the ingredients and divide them into three equal portions. Then spread on each flour tortilla, roll and serve. Tip: To prepare grilled chicken, marinate them with some rosemary, white [...]
Continue reading...16. July 2009
Uttappams or Uttappas are thicker than dosas and topped with different toppings like onion, coriander leaves, fresh coconut and many more. These Uttappams are very are soft and delicious. Ingredients: (Prepares 16-17 medium sized uttapas) 1 cup rice, 1/2 cup dhuli urad dal (split black gram), 1/4 cup poha (beaten rice), Salt to taste, Water, Oil. To garnish- Chopped onion, coriander leaves, green chillies [...]
Continue reading...3. July 2009
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground chicken, 2 tbsp chopped jalapeno peppers, 1 tsp paprika or ground red chilli, 1/3 cup shredded Monterey Jack Cheese, Bread crumbs to roll, Oil for frying, Mayonnaise (Use low fat if you prefer), Thinly sliced tomatoes and cucumber, Few leaves of Romaine Lettuce, 6 burger buns, split and lightly toasted on grill. Method: Mix together ground chicken, peppers, chilli and some cheese [...]
Continue reading...16. June 2009
Ingredients: (Serves 3-4) 1 cup macaroni, 1/2 cup sweet corn kernels; boiled with little salt, 1/2 cup grated cheese (any of your choice), 1 small onion; very finely diced, 1 Green Bell Pepper (Capsicum); very finely diced, 1 green chilli; very finely diced, Salt and pepper to taste, 4 tbsp tomato ketchup, Butter for roasting, 8 toasted bread slices to serve. Method: Cook the macaroni as per [...]
Continue reading...20. May 2009
Ingredients: 15 large spinach leaves, 1 cup wheat flour, 1 1/2 cup milk, 1 cup sweet corn kernels; blanched, 2 tsp butter, 1 tsp finely chopped garlic, 1 tsp chilli flakes, 1/2 tsp mixed herbs, Mozzarella cheese as per taste, grated, Salt to taste. Method: To prepare white sauce, roast wheat flour till it turns light brown in color and is fragrant. Then remove it from flame, [...]
Continue reading...7. May 2009
Spaghetti originated in Italy but is relished all over the world. The original preparation is made out of beef mince, but you can replace it with chicken mince if you like. This recipe is using chicken mince and is a variation of Spaghetti Bolognese with an Indian touch to it. Try it out, I am sure you [...]
Continue reading...30. April 2009
If you are staying in Maharashtra or visiting and you haven’t tasted Pav-Bhaji and Misal-Pav then you must be an alien. It is the favorite Indian fast food, served almost in every lane in Mumbai, Pune, Kolhapur and other parts of Maharashtra. Similarly Shev bhaji/Sev bhaji is a preparation that is served with pav or [...]
Continue reading...29. April 2009
These small moong dal vadas are easy to prepare and taste damn good. They can be served as a tea-time snack or even with your meal. Ingredients: 1 cup split moong dal (without skin); washed and soaked for over 2-3 hours, 2 green chillies or as per taste, 1 tsp coarsely ground coriander seeds, 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander leaves, Few [...]
Continue reading...1. April 2009
I love the vegetable burger served at McDonald’s. But I never really tried making one at home. Yesterday I thought of giving it a try, and believe me my first attempt was successful. My husband said it tastes better than McDonald’s and you know how you feel when your husband has a compliment for you. [...]
Continue reading...19. March 2009
Ingredients: 1 footlong or French bread; cut into halves lengthwise, 3 eggs; beaten, 1 tomato; chopped, 1 onion; chopped, 1 capsicum; chopped, 1/2 butter, Salt and pepper to taste, Some parsley; chopped, Cheese and Tomato ketchup as per taste. Ingredients: Melt little butter in a pan, add chopped onion, capsicum and tomatoes and let them fry till they become soft. Season with salt and pepper. Add [...]
Continue reading...18. February 2009
A very easy and quick recipe for vegetable and cheese sandwiches that can be prepared in less than 10 minutes. Kids love these sandwiches and is a healthy option to go in their lunchbox. A sumptous breakfast for all. Ingredients: 4 slices of multigrain or brown bread, 1 cup grated Mozzarella cheese, (or any other that is available) 2 [...]
Continue reading...17. February 2009
Mood for a quick munch? Prepare this yummy recipes in 5 minutes and satisfy those taste buds. Ingredients: 1 cup sweet corn; boiled with little salt and lemon juice, 15 Tart shells, 3/4 cup low fat mayonnaise or hung curd, 1/2 cup chopped red and green pepper, Salt and pepper to taste, Parsley or coriander leaves to garnish. Method: Mix together corn, mayonnaise, peppers, [...]
Continue reading...1. February 2009
Ingredients: 250gms fish fillets, 2 onions; chopped, 2 tomatoes; pureed, 1 capsicum; chopped, Some chopped parsley, Salt and pepper to taste, Butter, Mayonnaise, Tomato ketchup and onion rings to garnish. Method: Boil the fish fillets in little water till they are cooked. Drain them and set aside till they cool down. Later shred the fish. Melt some butter in a pan, add onion and saute till [...]
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11. September 2009
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