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Here comes one of my favourite parts of a north-indian meal.. Dal makhani -Do I need to say more? Dal makhani is made with whole urad dal and kidney beans, which are smoothered in a buttery curry sauce. It can be easily served with chapati, naan and also with rice. I personally like this recipe with loads of salad, Vinegar onion and pudina chutney. What's your favourite? Dal makhani Prep time    :    8 hrs Cook time   :    1 hr Course        :    Main course Cuisine        :    North-indian Servings      :     4 Ingredients ( 1 cup = 250 ml ) For pressure cooking dal  3/4th cup whole black urad dal 1/4th cup kidney beans Water for soaking 4 cups water for pressure cooking Salt to taste For dal makhani recipe 1-2 tbsp ghee 1 bay leaf 2 onions, finely chopped 2 tomatoes, finely chopped 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste ...

Corn kebabs or corn cutlets are perfect mouth-watering snack or appetizer which can be served as starters or even as an evening snack. It is basically a deep fried kebab recipe which is mainly prepared by grating or blending the corn shells and mixing it with other vegetables. CORN KEBAB Prep time      :     15 mins Cook time     :     25 mins Course           :     Snacks Cuisine          :     Indian Serving          :     10-12 Ingredients ( 1 cup = 250 ml ) 1.5 cup boiled corn (frozen/fresh) 2 medium size potato ( boiled and mashed ) 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup capsicum, finely chopped 1 green chilli, finely chopped 1/2 tsp ginger paste 1/2 tsp kashmiri red chilli powder salt to taste 1/4 tsp turmeric powder 1/2 tsp garam masala powder 1 tbsp besan ( roasted ...

Malai chaap is a north Indian curry made with soya chaap. It is cooked into creamy and mildly spicy masala gravy made with rich malai or cream. Easy to cook recipe, suitable for parties or special occasions. Best substitute of chicken. It is a vegetarian delight. It took only 20-25 minutes of active cooking time ( making a dish like this in this much of time is actually a good to go recipe when you have a five month old baby who needs you in every fifteen minutes). MALAI CHAAP CURRY Cuisine           :     Indian Course           :     Curry, Main dish Prep time       :    10 mins Cook time      :    20 mins Total time      :    40 mins Ingredients 500 gm soya chaap For marination 2 tbsp hung curd 50 gm fresh cream 1/2 tsp salt  1 tsp black pepper powder 1 lemon juice extrac...

Chole bhature is a world famous recipe from the punjabi cuisine. It can't be categorized under one such category, can fall under fast food, street food, complete and as a breakfast item. It stands for a spicy curry made with white chickpeas and bhatura is fried leavened flat bread. It is served with onions, carrot pickle, green chutney and achaar. CHOLE BHATURE Cuisine          :     North Indian, Punjabi Course           :     Breakfast Prep time      :     9 hrs Cook time     :     30 mins Serves            :    4 serving Ingredients Measuring cup used, 1 cup= 250 ml For chole 1 cup dried chickpeas (chole) 1 tsp coriander powder 1 tsp red chilli powder 1 green chilli- slit 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp garam masala powder 1 tsp dry mango powder 1 pinch hing salt as required 1 tsp kasuri methi 1/2 t...

This popular street food doesn't need any introduction. Potato, onion, chickpeas, coriander chutney stuffed crispy puri drenched in sour and spicy mint flavored water easily fills one's mouth and takes taste buds on a journey of heaven and it is no wonder that it's a popular street snack along the length and breadth of India and known as gol gappa, puchka, pani puri etc. Preparing pudina wala pani and masala for panipuri at home is not only a healthier way of enjoying it but also allows you to customize it the way you like it. It is very simple to assemble and one can easily find puffed puri at any grocery store or prepare at home with this recipe. street-style gol gappe Cuisine          :     Indian Course              :     Snacks Prep time      :     20 mins Cook time     :     15 mins Serves            :   ...

Stuffed bell pepper had been on my to-cook list for quite sometime. A perfect vegetarian meal loaded with goodness of protein, veggies and yummy ingredients creating a balanced meal for everyone. Quick Tip #  As kids we used to eat the stuffing and discard the pepper skin because it tasted bland. So my mom started to sprinkle the inside of the empty capsicum with salt before stuffing. After de-seeding the bell peppers, sprinkle some salt on the inside and microwave for 2-3 minutes. This will reduce the cooking time in half and while eating stuffed capsicum, skin will not taste bland. STUFFED CAPSICUM Course         :    Side Cuisine        :    North Indian  Prep time     :   20 min Cook time    :   30-40 min Servings       :    3-4 Ingredients Measuring cup used, 1 cup = 250ml 5 medium capsicum or bell peppers 3 medium boiled and mashed...

One popular paneer recipe amongst all the north Indian paneer recipes, Matar paneer is quite often made at home. So, here is simple and easy recipe of matar paneer. This recipe is not restaurant style but a simple homemade dish. The kinds of which make for a homely comforting meal. I learnt to make matar paneer first time at my in-laws' place. It is a classic north indian punjabi recipe which we make. Its simple, fuss free and easy. Matar paneer goes well with paranthas,naan and even rotis. At home i usually make paranthas,a side  veg or a raita also goes well with the combination of matar paneer and paranthas. Malai matar paneer Malai Matar Paneer Course         :        Main Course Cuisine        :        North Indian Prep Time   :        10 Mins Cook Time  :       20 Mins Servings      :        ...

This recipe of vegetable pasta in white sauce get made at home often and is liked by everyone. As an accompaniment to the pasta, i toast some bread slices. You can use your choice of veggies in the pasta. We are fond of peas,  baby corns, carrots, red/yellow bell peppers, corns and onions. creamy white sauce pasta Course         :    Main Cuisine        :    Italian Prep time     :   15 min Cook time    :   20 min Servings       :    3-4 Ingredients Measuring cup used, 1 cup=250 ml for pasta 3/4 cup penne pasta  1/2 tsp salt 4-5 cups water  for veggies 1/2 cup green peas -fresh or frozen  1 small to medium carrot, finely chopped 1 small to medium capsicum-any color(red, yellow, green) 4 to 5 baby corns 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1/2 tsp oil Salt to taste  for sauce 11/2 tbsp butter 1 tsp f...

Lassi is a great cooling and refreshing drink to have in the summers. Sweet lassi is quite popular in punjab and north india. It is not heavy and very light. In punjab, lassis are served in huge glasses. On top of the glasses they add 2-3 tbsp of white butter(makhan). Lassi is specially relished in hot summers because of its cooling properties. Course         :    Beverages Cuisine        :    North Indian Prep time     :   10 minutes  Cook time    :   10 minutes Servings       :   2 glasses  Sweet lassi Ingredients  Measuring cups used, 1 cup=250 ml 2 cups chilled fresh curd (dahi or yogurt) 1.5 to 2 cups chilled water or milk or half half of both water or milk 5 to 6 tbsp sugar or add as per taste  1 tsp cardamom powder or 2 tsp rose water  a few strands of saffron, optional 6 to 8 ice cubes, optional Instructions ...

Rajma- a protein rich Red Kidney Beans curry, is best enjoyed with steamed rice as Rajma chawal and is one of the healthiest and easiest to make Punjabi curry. It is very easy to prepare at home and spares you from long preparation time as it uses very basic spices that are easily available in any Indian kitchen. Follow this Rajma masala curry recipe and enjoy with chawal, naan, butter kulcha and lassi. RAJMA MASALA Course         :    Main Cuisine        :    North Indian Prep time     :    8 hrs.(soaking) Cook time    :    30 minutes Servings       :    3-4 Ingredients Measuring cup used,1 cup= 250 ml 1 cup rajma (Red kidney beans) 1 large onion, finely chopped 3 medium tomatoes, finely chopped 3 to 4 medium garlic ,1 inch ginger and 1-2 green chillies, all crushed to a paste 1 tsp coariander powder 1/2 tsp red chilli powder 1/4 tsp tu...

Atta ladoo is a rich,sweet dessert, commonly made in every household with some variations.I tried it few weeks back, and was surprised with the rich taste.It is a simple recipe with few ingredients but the texture and taste is amazing. So,what are you waiting for? Make this homemade healthy sweet for your family this festival. Atta Ladoo Course               :     Dessert  Cuisine              :     Fusion Prep time          :     15-20 mins Cook time         :     10-15 mins Serving              :     4 Ingredients Measuring cup used,1 cup =250ml 2 cup whole wheat flour(roti ka atta) 1 cup ghee,clarified butter 2 cup sugar fine (Bura) 1/2 cup roughly crushed almonds 1/4 cup melon seeds 1/4 tsp cardamom powder Instructions Dry roast atta,on low med...