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DAL MAKHANI

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

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 ...

CHOLE BHATURE

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...

RAJMA MASALA

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...

SOYA CHAAP MASALA

Chaap is an excellent source of high class protein and contains all the essential amino acids.It is a vegetarian delight.Yesterday I made this soya chaap sabzi ,it came out so delicious.Its a great dish If you are organising a party or want to cook for your loved ones ,try it once ,i bet you will not be disappointed.It is perfect for the guests who prefer non-vegetarian dishes.Try this and watch your family enjoying it. Course               :     Main  Cuisine              :     Mughlai Prep time          :     20 mins Cook time         :     20 mins Serving              :     4 Soya Chaap Masala Ingredients Soya chaap (250gm) fresh or frozen 2 medium onions,roughly chopped 3 medium tomatoes,roughly chopped 1/2 inch ginger,roughly chopped 2-3 garlic,roughly choppe...