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Batanical Curry (South-Indian Mushroom and Peas Curry)

Thursday, October 22, 2009

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Batanical Curry (South-Indian Mushroom and Peas Curry)

My friend had prepared this recipe and sent it over. I just loved the way she had combined the not so Indian traditional vegetable - mushroom with the traditional South Indian spices, especially the use of coconut made it very delicious. Here is a recipe for Mushroom and Green Peas, a fresh recipe unlike the usual [...]

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Moong Dal Pakora (Green Gram Fritters)

Friday, September 11, 2009

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Moong Dal Pakora (Green Gram Fritters)

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 [...]

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Easy Aloo Mutter (Indian Peas and Potato Gravy)

Tuesday, September 1, 2009

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I am not sure from which part of India has this recipe originated, but green peas curry is prepared commonly in every household in India. Since India a multilingual nation, this recipe may be cooked by different names. This is my own recipe, simple one that doesnt take more than 15 minutes to prepare. Ingredients: 2 cups mutter [...]

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Kadhai Bhindi aur Aloo (Stir fried Okra with potatoes)

Friday, August 28, 2009

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Kadhai Bhindi aur Aloo (Stir fried Okra with potatoes)

Ingredients: 400 gms bhindi (okra); washed, dried and cut vertically into two pieces, 3-4 small potatoes; cut into long pieces and parboiled, 4-5 cloves of garlic; crushed, 1 large onion; halved and sliced, 2 tbsp tomato puree or tomato ketchup, 1/2 tsp red chilli powder, 1 1/2 tsp coriander powder, 1/2 tsp garam masala, 1 tsp kasoori methi (dried fenugreek leaves), Salt to taste, Oil for [...]

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Mixed Vegetable Masala

Thursday, August 20, 2009

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Mixed Vegetable Masala

My mother uses fresh coconut in many of her recipes. But after marriage, I often miss the taste and delicious recipes that she prepares. I often use shortcuts while cooking. Thats because as a working woman I find it hard to grate coconut everyday and use it in my daily cooking. Ofcourse I do not think I could ever [...]

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Mixed Vegetables in Green Coconut Gravy

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

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Mixed Vegetables in Green Coconut Gravy

A simple yet rich and delicious recipe with a subtle coconut and coriander flavor. This is my mom-in-law’s recipe, so I dedicate this post to her. Ingredients: 1 cup cauliflower florets, 1/2 cup shelled peas, 1 long carrot; diced, 1 capsicum; diced, 2 potatoes; diced, 2 medium-size tomatoes, 1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced, 1/4 coconut; ground to paste, Whole garam masala- 2-3 peppercorns, 2 star [...]

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Bhindi Do Pyaza

Saturday, July 11, 2009

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Bhindi Do Pyaza

Ingredients: 1/2 kilo bhindi; slantly chopped into medium slices, 2 large onions; diced into 1/4″ pieces, 1 large tomato; diced into 1/4″ pieces, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp red chilli powder, Salt to taste, Oil for frying. Method: Heat 2-3tbsp oil for frying and add half quantity of bhindi slices to it. Fry on low-medium flame until tender and cooked. Drain and set [...]

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Mix Vegetable Curry

Thursday, July 2, 2009

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Mix Vegetable Curry

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cauliflower florets, 2 carrots; diced, 3/4 cup shelled green peas, 3/4 cup paneer (cottage cheese) cubes, 1 onion; very finely chopped, 1/2 tomato; finely chopped, 1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera), 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 3/4 tsp red chilli powder, 1/2 tsp garam masala (meat masala if available would be the best option), Salt to taste, 1 tbsp fresh cream, Oil for [...]

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Jhatpat Gobhi Sukha

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

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Jhatpat Gobhi Sukha

A quick cauliflower recipe, sauted in yogurt and spices. Ingredients: 2 cups cauliflower florets (gobhi), 1 cup thick yogurt (curd), 1 1/2 tbsp besan (gramflour), 3/4 tsp ginger-garlic paste, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 1/2 tsp red chilli powder, 1/2 tsp tandoori masala (or garam masala), 1/2 tsp chat masala, Salt to taste, 2-3 tbsp Oil for frying, 1/2 tsp kasoori methi (dry fenugreek leaves). Method: Boil 3 cups water [...]

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Kala Chana Sabji (Black Chickpeas Vegetable)

Saturday, June 13, 2009

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Kala Chana Sabji (Black Chickpeas Vegetable)

I prepare this recipe regularly at home. It is very simple and withing few ingredients that are easily available at home. Hope you like it. Ingredients: 1 cup kala chana; washed and soaked overnight in some water, 2 onions; finely chopped, 1 tsp jeera (optional), 1 tsp minced garlic, 1″ piece ginger, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 3/4 tsp red chilli powder, 1/2 tsp garam [...]

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Cabbage Stir Fried with Coconut

Friday, June 5, 2009

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Cabbage Stir Fried with Coconut

Very simple yet unbelievably delicious vegetable recipe. With few ingredients it takes hardly 7-8 minutes to prepare this vegetable. This recipe is commonly prepared in Maharashtra and Southern parts of India. Ingredients: 2 cups shredded cabbage, 1 cup + 2 tbsp freshly grated coconut, 1 green chilli; very finely chopped, 1 tsp mustard seeds, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, Salt to taste, 2 tbsp [...]

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Sev Bhaji (Maharashtrian style)

Thursday, April 30, 2009

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Sev Bhaji (Maharashtrian style)

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 [...]

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Sweet and Spicy Karela Fry (Bitter Gourd Stir Fry)

Monday, April 13, 2009

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Sweet and Spicy Karela Fry (Bitter Gourd Stir Fry)

I am sure karela is one of the most ‘not’ preferred vegetable by you or your kids. It is a rich source of in essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, B1, B2, C and Iron. Its regular consumption could prevent hypertension, eye complication, blood disorders such as boils, scabies, itching, ring worm and fungal diseases. [...]

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Aloo Methi (Potato Fenugreek Vegetable)

Tuesday, March 31, 2009

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Aloo Methi (Potato Fenugreek Vegetable)

A simple yet delicious and not to forget healthy vegetable recipe. Potatoes and fenugreek flavored with cumin, garlic, chillies, onions and tomatoes. A recipe that does not take much cooking time and is ideal for all you working ladies to carry in your lunch boxes. Ingredients: (Serves 3-4) 1 bunch of methi (fenugreek) leaves; cleaned, washed and coarsely chopped, 2 [...]

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Tikha Chana Alu (Spicy Chickpeas and Potatoes)

Tuesday, October 7, 2008

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Ingredients: 250 gms red chana (red gram or chickpeas); soaked overnight. 3 large potatoes; boiled and diced, 1 tsp rai (mustard seeds), 1/4 tsp heeng (asafoetida), 2 tbsp red chilli powder, 1 1/2 tsp dhania-jeera (coriander-cumin) powder, Salt to taste, 1/2 tsp chaat masala, 2 tbsp tamarind paste, 1 small tomato chopped, 1 small onion chopped, Coriander leaves to garnish, Oil for frying. Method: Boil the chana with little salt [...]

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Dry Methi Mutter (Maharashtrian)

Friday, August 8, 2008

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Ingredients: 1 bunch of methi (fenugreek); leaves and tender stems separated, washed and coarsely chopped, 1 1/2 cup green peas (mutter); 2 medium size onions; finely chopped, 5-6 cloves garlic; finely chopped, 1/2 tsp heeng (asafoetida), 1 long green chilli; deseeded and chopped into 1/2″ pieces, 3-4 tbsp freshly grated coconut, Salt to taste, 3-4 tbsp oil. Method: Sprinkle some salt on chopped methi leaves and [...]

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