ShareThese grilled chops, easy to prepare and delicious to eat, can be served as a starter or a light lunch or even more appetizing on a barbecue accompanying other delicious dishes.This dish goes well with rice or grilled vegetables.

Lean lamb cuts are ideal for cooking this dish. This particular dish is best to be left to marinate for at least 4-6 hours or over night before cooking. Once marinated cook under a grill, barbecue or on a griddle

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   Lamb rib chops-6 (500gm)
• Oil-3tbsp
• Ginger garlic paste-2tsp
• Red chilli powder-2tsp
• Turmeric powder-1/2tsp
• Lemon juice-1tsp
• Garam masala-1/2tsp
• 4tbsp-thick yoghurt
• Salt-to taste
• Chopped cilatro-3tbsp

Beat each chop on both sides.

ShareI just love bhindi.I had my eyes on this fry since I got married.Had to wait for six long years to make this and eat. Once my husband had I  been to a wedding and there he happened to have this dish. He had all praise for it and wished to have it at home. Then my mission was to try my hands on this north Indian delicacy. It was an instant hit . This is a very good starter and also a prominent side dish to accompany with rotis or rice.

• Bhindi (Okra)-300gm
• Amchoor(dry mango) powder-1tsp
• Red chilli powder-1tsp
• Cumin powder-1/2tsp
• Besan(gram flour)-3/4 cup
• Corn flour-1/4cup
• Broken cashewnuts-2tbsp(optional)
• Finely chopped onions-2tbsp
• Oil-to deep fry
• Vinegar-1tsp
• Salt-to taste
• Red food colour-a pinch(optional)

Wash the bhindi and pat dry them


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Share-Kentucky Fried Chicken is loved across the world and there are many recipes online that try to duplicate the great taste. After many tries at preparing the perfect chicken I have learned that there are several factors that have a great influence the perfect result.


Ingredients:

• Chicken-8 pieces (I used the drumsticks and thighs of a large chicken)
• Red chilli powder-1tsp
• Garlic powder-1tsp
• Mixed herbs-3tsp( is easily available at large supermarkets)
• Black pepper powder-1tsp
• Meat tenderiser-1/4 tsp
• Salt-to taste
• Egg, beaten -1
• Milk-1cup
• Flour-2cups
• Coarse bread crumbs-2tbsp
• Shortening/ vegetable oil-to deep fry

Remove any excess skin and fat from the chicken pieces.
Soak the chicken in 5 cups of water and add the red chilli powder,garlic powder,mixed herbs,salt and meat tenderiser.
Combine the beaten egg ,a pinch of salt and milk in a bowl.
Working with one piece at a time, first dip in egg and milk then coat the chicken with the dry flour mixture, then the egg and milk mixture again, and then back into the flour.
I like to double coat my chicken for extra crispiness and texture.
Stack the chicken on a plate.
Drop the chicken, one piece at a time into the hot shortening/oil.
Fry on medium heat till golden brown.



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ShareFalafel is very popular in the Middle Eastern snack.

• Dried chickpeas or canned chickpeas -1cup/1can
• Onion, chopped -1large
• Garlic, chopped-3cloves
• Fresh parsley, chopped-3tbsp
• Fresh cilantro, chopped -3tbsp
• Cumin -1tsp
• Flour-4tbsp
• Dry hot red pepper-1/2tsp
• Salt-to taste
• Baking powder-1tsp
• Oil -for frying
• Tahini sauce thinned with a few drops of water(Homemade recipe to follow in next post)
• Chopped tomato/onion/bell peppers- for garnish

Combine chickpeas, garlic, onion, cumin, parsley, cilantro, salt and pepper in bowl. Add flour and baking powder.
Mash chickpeas well ensuring to mix ingredients together. You can also combine ingredients in a food processor if  you want the result to be a thick paste.
Form the mixture into small balls, about the size of a ping pong ball. Slightly flatten.
Fry in 2 inches of oil on medium flame until golden brown .Remove from oil and drain on a paper towel for a minute or two.
NOTE: As an alternative, falafel can be formed into patties and served like a burger.

Share have been longing to try baking spring rolls insted of frying them.Finally,I tried it and they turned out to be perfect.

• Chicken boiled and shredded-2cups
• Carrot cut into juliennes-1cup
• Capsium cut into juliennes-1cup
• Cabbage shredded-1cup
• Sliced onion-1cup
• Black pepper powder-to taste
• Salt-to taste
• Ajinimoto- a pinch
• Soy sauce-1tsp
• Oil-to brush rolls

Let it cool.

Filling the spring rolls:

Thaw the spring roll pastry as per the instructions in the package.
Carefully remove a sheet and cover the rest with a moist cloth to prevent drying.
Brush them with oil and bake at 350F for 30-35 minutes or until they are golden brown.
Flip the rolls after 15 minutes and flip them back again after 30 minutes.
The spring rolls were very crispy and tasty.
You would never deep fry your spring rolls again, once you taste this.
These spring rolls can also be made using phyllo pastry sheets,but the fat content is more.

ShareI like potatoes in all forms, but if I had to pick a favorite, this healthy baked version would easily be it.
Potatoes are good for you as long as they're cooked in a healthy manner. For those longing to indulge on potato wedges and not feeling guilty,this is a must try.

Ingredients:

•  Medium sized  potatoes, peeled and washed-5
• olive oil-3tbsp
• Garlic powder
• Chilli flakes
• Salt
• Pepper
• Mixed herbs(optional)

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Slice the potatoes with the skin on into even wedges toss well with the other ingredients.
Spread in a single layer on lined baking tray and bake at 375 degrees F until lightly browned and tender.

ShareChapli kebab  is a patty made from mutton/ beef mince. It is very popular in Pakistan and Afghanistan. It is prepared flat and round and served with green chutney,yoghurt sauce (raita), salad and naan or bread.

•  Mutton or beef mince -1/2kg
• Green chillies finely chopped -2
• Chopped coriander -1/2cup
• Original corn flour/wheat flour -2tbsp
• Coriander seed (half crushed)-1tbsp
• salt to taste
• Dried pomegranate seed (Anar dana)-1/2tsp
• Ginger and garlic paste -1tsp
• Red chilli powder-1/2tsp
• Finely chopped tomatoes with out seed-1
• Finely chopped onions -1
• slightly beaten egg -1

Take half the amount of minced meat and boil with half a cup of water till softened and water is dried.
Combine all the spices and ingredients along with raw and cooked mince.
Marinate for 2hrs.
Mix them well, make palm size cutlets.
Then take 5 table spoon of oil, pour it on frying pan.
Fry the kebabs on medium or low flame.
Each side of kebab should be cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
Serve the hot kebab with raita or green chutney.

ShareTandoori chicken is an easy and quick meal to prepare. Just marinate the meat overnight or at least for 4 hours and place in the oven. You can also use chicken breast but I think the thigh leg pieces are more tender, moist and flavorful.


Ingredients:

• Whole chicken thighs(deskinned)-4nos
• Ginger garlic paste -1tbs
• Full fat thick yogurt-4tbsp
• Lemon juice-1tsp
• Red food colour(optional)-1/2tsp
• Garam masala-1/2tsp
• Oil-2tbsp
• Salt-to taste
• Red chilli powder-2tsp

Clean and skin the chicken of all fat. Make 3-4 deep diagonal incisions into the flesh of each piece using a sharp knife.
Add all ingredients of the marinade and mix together. Spread all the mixture over the chicken. Make sure all the marinade penetrates and coats the chicken. Don't forget to rub the marinade into the slits. Rub evenly.


Cook for 2 more minutes.

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Ingredients:

• Cumin seed powder-2tbsp
• Mint(pudina) leaves paste-11/2 tbsp
• Corriander leaves paste-1/2 tbsp
• Dry Mango(Amchur) powder-1 tbsp
• Black Salt-1/2 tsp
• Lemon Juice-2tbsp
• Sugar-1/2tsp
• Water(normal/chilled)-2 glasses
• Salt-to taste
• Salted Boondi for garnishing

ShareI'm really fond of soups because it fills me up quickly which means less room for the main course.
One of my favourites is this Chinese restaurant standard - sweet corn soup. It can also have a variety of meat in it.

• Chicken/Vegetable stock cube-1 or 1 liter chicken stock
• Sweet corn kernels-1cup
• Spring onions-few strings
• Cornstarch-2tbsp
• Egg-1(optional)
• Soy sauce-1tsp
• Salt-to taste
• Pepper powder-taste

Dissolve the chicken stock cube in a liter of water
Add the corn kernels to it and pressure cook till creamy and soft.
Chop spring onions and saute for a minute and add the cooked kernels with stock.
Add soy sauce,salt and pepper powder to taste.
Mix together the cornstarch and 1/4 cup water. Set aside.
Whisk the egg until frothy.
Stir in the cornstarch mixture until smooth and bring to a boil.
Add water if required to get desired consistancy
Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper if needed.
Serve garnished with chopped green onions on top.

ShareDahi Vada can be an ideal snack on a  hot day and can be the perfect accompaniment to other meat or vegetable dishes on a special occasion.

• Urad Daal without skin (black lentils)- 1 1/2 cups
• Salt- to taste
• chillies chopped-2
• Oil- for deep frying
• Thick fresh yoghurt (should not be sour)-3cups
• Cumin powder-1/2tsp
• Red chilli powder- to taste
• Chaat masala-1tbsp
• Suger-1 1/2 tsp
• Chopped corainder leaves- to garnish

For tempering:

• Mustard seeds-1/2tsp
• Asafetida-a pinch
• Whole red chillies-2
• Curry leaves-1string
• Cumin seeds-1/2tsp

Grind it into a paste the next morning. Add few drops of water while grinding.
Add the green chillies and salt to this paste.
Lightly whip yoghurt.
To this, add sugar,salt and cumin powder.
Heat oil on medium flame. Grease your palms with oil and put 1 tbsp of the lentil mix in your palm. Make into a donut shape or just fry them as roundels.
When all urad daal paste is used up and the the vadas are done as above and in the platter, pour the thick yoghurt mix over them to cover completely.

ShareThe Crispy Baked Cauliflower has a nice blend of spices and they are really crispy. A great finger food and healthy snack.It has become such a hit in my house

• 4 cups cauliflowerets
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 tablespoons cornflour
• 1/2 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon chilli powder
•  Coarse Bread crumbs
• 2 egg whites(optional)
• Red food colour(optional)
• Salt to taste
• Oil

Blanch the cauliflowerets in salted boiling water for about 2mins.
Mix all the ingredients except the oil,cauliflower and bread crumbs.Add enough water to form a thick paste.