Can’t decide whether to make a grilled kabab or an egg in a hole? Make both! Two of my favorite food groups—eggs and toast—unite in this take on the playful dish also known as egg in a hole, Egg in a Basket or Egg in a Boat or, more simply, egg in toast. I fancy it up by filling the bread center with mince crust and topping with basil or chili flakes. And It came out so delicious!
Egg in-a-hole – Look at that perfect texture !!
For this recipe, I used a normal mince kabab mixture for filling the bread , to keep it low carb. The outside was crunchy and crispy and inside was so juicy and tasted so good with the egg in the middle. A nice way to add some more protein to a sandwich, while also providing something of a sauce from the egg yolk (depending on how you cook your egg). It’s adds just a little oomph of flavor to the sandwich.
Watch carefully as you cook the mince crust, and don’t raise the heat higher than medium: The goal is for the mince crust to brown and the egg to set simultaneously. Save the crust center for making breadcrumbs.
Also how well the eggs must be cooked is a personal choice. Some like over easy, sunnyside up or completely cooked through. No matter how you make it, this will remain a favorite breakfast option passed on for many generations to come. When you make this cute breakfast-for-dinner recipe, you can vary it by using cheese, vegetables or sauteed Spinach in place of the mince filling.
This Low-Carb Solution to Egg in a Hole Recipe can be an excellent addition to a healthyweight loss diet. They’re not only low-carb and low in calories but also high in protein and fiber that keep you feeling full.
I’m really excited to share this recipe with you. So, Bismillah let’s get started and Check it out Low Carb Egg in a Hole Recipe and printable version here!!
Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out. Post a photo on Facebook (Recipestable) or Instagram on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.
Happy Healthy Eating!! Do you have another name for this classic breakfast? Please leave a comment below, and let me know!
Keyword Chicken, Chicken Curry, curry, Dinner, mint, Quick and Easy
Servings 3
Author Bushra Waheed
Ingredients
500gm boneless chicken breast
5garlic cloves
1-inchpiece of ginger
2-3green chilies
1/2cupplain yogurt
1/2cupfresh mint leaves
1/4cupfresh coriander leaves
1/2teaspooncumin powder
1/2teaspooncoriander powder
1/4teaspooncayenne pepperoptional
salt to taste
1teaspoonlemon juice
2tablespooncooking oil
Instructions
Cut chicken breast into bite sized pieces.
In a blender, Make a smooth paste of yogurt, mint leaves, coriander leaves, green chilies, ginger and garlic.
Take it out in a mixing bowl, Add lemon juice, cumin powder, coriander powder, cayene powder and salt. Give it a good stir and get the chicken pieces coated evenly.
Marinate chicken at least for 30 minutes to blend flavors.You can marinade the chicken for a few hours or even overnight. If you really are in a rush, you can even cook the chicken straight away
Cover the bowl tightly with clingfilm.
Heat oil in a deep wok or pan.
Then add the marinated chicken along with the marination.
Cook for 10 minutes on medium flame.
Chicken will release lot of juices. So, after 10 minutes cook the chicken on its own juices for another 15 minutes or until it becomes tender.
If curry becomes dry add a splash of water.
Increase the flame and cook on high flame for 2-3 minutes until curry is thickened.
Taste and adjust the seasoning and turn off the flame. (Do not over cook)
Dish it out and Serve Mint Chicken Curry with Rice.
Spice up your next dinner party with this Flavorful Mint Chicken Curry. Simple, Mild yet Flavorful Chicken curry with fresh mint and yogurt to shake up your weeknights! This Flavorful Mint Chicken Curry Recipe is ultra-easy to whip up on a weeknight, and completely customizable with your favorite seasonings. A nice change from the usual red curries, perfect with naan or rice.
The Flavorful Mint Chicken curry Recipe
Truth be told – the curry and rice thing is probably my favorite type of food. Coriander, Basil, & Mint Leaves are hands down my favorite herbs of all time. If I could have the herb garden of my dreams, I would plant Mint and Basil everywhere!!
While most of the Pakistani dishes that I cook require coriander as garnish, for this dish, the mint herb paste forms the backbone of the sauce. The combination of fresh coriander and mint makes the dish light and fragrant and gently simmering the chicken in the creamy yogurt ensures that you end up with juicy morsels of meat. Please make sure that you use the tender , young leaves of Mint in this dish – the harder, older leaves will most probably end up making the dish taste bitter.
The Flavorful Mint Chicken curry Recipe
This chicken curry bursts with flavors of mint and creamy yogurt and is bound to make you and your guests happy. The spice level of this dish will vary depending on your taste. I used just 2 green chilies and a pinch of cayenne pepper in this curry to make a mild, family-friendly dish. For more heat, you can add a drizzle of red pepper, some of the seeds of the jalapeño, or some crushed green chilies.
This is a quick and simple recipe to prepare using ingredients that I always have on hand. Less is more – focus on the true tastes by using fewer ingredients. Flavorful and very easy to prepare, this recipes will make your weeknight dinners stress-free . Do try it!
Bismillah let’s get started. First, You will need some boneless chicken. I prefer the breast because you get some super fine chunks out of it. But you can make both curries with bone-in pieces or boneless pieces of chicken. Obviously, boneless chicken will cook faster, and is my choice when I want to cook a quick curry. BUT, a GOOD chicken curry uses bone-in chicken pieces because the bones flavor the gravy/sauce.
In a blender, pour 1/2 cup of yogurt yogurt, 1 small bunch of mint leaves, coriander leaves, green pepper, garlic ginger paste, cumin powder, a pinch of cayenne pepper, salt and squeezed lemon. Blend until well combined and put in the chicken; Cover and let it marinate for 30 minutes to blend flavors.
You can marinade the chicken for a few hours or even overnight. If you really are in a rush, you can even cook the chicken straight away.
The Flavorful Mint Chicken curry Recipe
Heat the oil over medium-low heat in a large nonstick pan.
The Flavorful Mint Chicken curry Recipe
Then add the marinated chicken along with the marination. Cook and stir for 10 minutes on medium flame. Then cover and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes or until chicken becomes soft .
The Flavorful Mint Chicken curry Recipe
Remove the lid and cook on high flame for just few minutes or until sauce is thickened or all water dries up. ( Make sure to not over cook it will ruined the mint taste).
The Flavorful Mint Chicken curry Recipe
Taste and adjust seasoning with more lemon, green chili or pepper, if necessary. This Flaovrful Mint Chicken Curry is delicious with anything. We ate it with boiled rice but it is just as good with really soft naan bread.
The Flavorful Mint Chicken curry Recipe
Check it out The Flavorful Mint Chicken curry Recipe and printable version here!!
Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out. Post a photo on Facebook (Recipestable) or Instagram on Twitter with hashtag #Recipestable so I can see how lovely yours turn out.
1teaspoonextra-virgin olive oilplus more for brushing
1/2poundprepared pizza dough, at room temperature
1/2cupdark barbecue sauce
1/2cupcheddar cheesegrated
1cupmozzarella cheesegrated
1small onionthinly sliced or cubed
1small green bell pepperthinly sliced
jalapenofor topping (optional)
1/2teaspoondried basil
1/2teaspoondried oregano
Instructions
Cut the chicken chunks into small pieces.
Heat the oil in a skillet over medium high heat.
Add the chicken chunks and sauté until the edges begin to brown, about 10 minutes.
Position racks in the upper third and middle of the oven.
Place a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet on the top rack and preheat the oven to 180 degrees C for at least 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, layout a sheet of parchment paper and brush with olive oil.
Divide dough into two equal parts and transfer it onto a dry surface.
Roll and shape the dough into a 9-inch triangle, stretching it with our hands as needed.
Lightly brush the dough with olive oil.
Spread about the 1/4 cup of BBQ sauce over each pizza.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese atop the sauce.
Top with cooked chicken chunks.
For a pleasantly crisp touch, spread the uncooked onions and green bell pepper over the chicken mixture. If you prefer onions that are completely cooked, sauté them all with the chicken.
Sprinkle Mozzarella cheese oregano and dried basil over them.
Top with jalapoens.
Bake the pizzas for about 15-18 minutes, until the crust(s) are golden and cheese melts and the topping is bubbling.
Remove from the oven, and cut into pieces.
Unbelieveably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza is ready to serve.
Garnish with snipped fresh basil, if desired.
Serve warm or hot!
Notes
Serve with some fresh salad and your favorite dipping sauce.
Let’s take a quick break from dessert and talk about pizza. Thick style homemade pizza crust topped with BBQ sauce, Barbecue flavored Chicken Chunks, onions, capsicum, jalapeno, and tons of cheese. Your soon-to-be favorite pizza!
It’s Cheesy, doughy, crispy on the edges, soft in the middle, loaded, homemade pizza. All you need is 35 minutes and a few fresh ingredients for this Unbelievably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza recipe.
Unbelievably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza
What’s your favorite kind? For me, nothing beats my Italian Herb Crusted Cheese Pizza. But this BBQ chicken pizza is in close 2nd place! Sweet BBQ sauce, chicken chunks, red onions, a dash of jalapeno, and tons of cheese.
My version of savory heaven, right here.
Unbelievably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza
When I make homemade pizza, I like to get the cheese extra melted and bubbly. I love the sides to get a little brown and the bottom to be extra crispy. To obtain all this goodness, I switch my oven to broil for a quick minute as the pizza is finishing up. I suggest you try it! What I don’t suggest you try is walking out of the kitchen to answer your phone, only to come back finding your pizza burnt to a black crisp with the oven still on broil.
Whoops! Yeah, I make mistakes too.
UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA
My love affair with barbecue chicken pizza began long, long ago. The flavors and textures in this pizza are incredible! You have the sweet tang from the BBQ sauce, the meaty chicken, the zesty red onion, fresh green pepper, smoky jalapeno, soft crust, crispy edges, and ultra cheesy mozzarella covering it all. Does anything sound better?
Ditch the delivery guy, you’re eating homemade tonight! It’s easy, cheesy, and fun, especially on the weekends! While you can never go wrong with traditional cheese and pepperoni, give BBQ chicken chunks a chance and you wont be disappointed! You can cook your own chicken and shred it for this recipe, or use a rotisserie chicken, which gives great flavor and cuts the prep time in half! This is the easiest recipe and tastes super delicious!
Bismillah let’s get started.
First, get your oven heated up to Gas Mark 180 degrees C. Then, grab some pizza dough. You can use a ready made pizza base which would make dinner appear a lot faster. I used one batch of my Fresh Pizza Dough.
Place it onto a floured surface. And, roll and shape the dough into a 9-inch triangle. Roll out to fit your pizza tray. Next, You need barbecue sauce. Use shop bought or make it homemade which I did using this Homemade Barbecue Sauce recipe. It’s really easy and uses ingredients that I bet you already have in the cupboard. Now, grab the rest of your ingredients. Top with chicken chunks and play with your favorite toppings.
UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA
Finally, take some Grated Mozzarella. And, then the jalapeno slices.
UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA
Place the pizza into the hot oven to bake .. for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and bubbling.
UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA
Slice and serve immediately! Try not to burn yourself when eating!
Btw, feel free to add anything else to the pizza that you like.
Check it out the Unbelievably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza and printable version here!!
Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out. Post a photo on Facebook (Recipestable) or Instagram on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.
Over that past year, I have been fortunate enough to meet lots of amazing bloggers, which has helped ease my anxiety when attending events. So, when Foodpanda emailed me about her latest event, “Good Food Tour Lahore edition“, I did not hesitate in responding with a giant yes please!
Foodpanda : Good Food Tour Invitation
As the date came closer I followed the #GoodFoodTour hastag on Instagram and Twitter to see who was attending and, to my surprise, none of my usual blogger buddies seemed to be on the list; my anxiety grew but I didn’t want to sit in my comfort zone by not going. This was an opportunity to push myself and meet people.
Super excited! Bus full of foodies are ready to go
Met these young foodies on Good Food Tour and spent a good time with them!
En route to Napoli with a bus full of foodies, bloggers and media ingluencers!
I joined Foodpanda’s ‘Good Food Tour’ last friday, which was the second event of a series of good food tours in Pakistan focusing on a different theme each time. This tour focused on a culinary journey through the trendiest restaurants in Lahore. A journey that will be a delicious treat for the tastebuds, where a group of bloggers and influencers ate their way around town, trying signature dishes from 4 top-notch restaurants in Lahore.
Warning: the following post contains an excessive amount of photographs of highly delicious food – reading on an empty stomach is not advised! 🙂
First Stop: Napoli Restaurant
The first stop of this tour was Napoli Restaurant located at DHA phase 5, who served us with their delicious new improved menu with all the healthy and nutritional options. Napoli offer delightful variety of nutritionally dense, delicious and fresh food. They are passionate about helping customers refuel, rebuild and heal through food.
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We had Wasabi Prawns, Honey mustard wings, Fried calamari, two tomato bruschetta. The fried Calmari and wasabi Prawns, Two Tomato Bruschetta with blast of flavors and Honey Glazed Mustard Wings was mouth watering and the ambience of the café was very peaceful.
Two Tomato Bruschetta @ Napoli Restaurant
The Two Tomato Bruschetta was also absolutely delicious with slices of grilled ciabatta bread topped with fresh baby plum, cherry tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, baby basil and cheese. I want the recipe for the tomato dressing, it was so good! 😀
Two Tomato Bruschetta @ Napoli Restaurant
These crispy Wasabi Prawns were an excellent choice to pair with fresh salad. Danggit! Don’t you just look forward to this for the first meal of the day? Or anytime of the day actually.
Wasabi Prawns @ Napoli Restaurant
Their Fried calamari is out of this world and the sauces deserve special mention. I mean if you like calamari… you would fall in love with this tempura style Calamari! Crunchy, fresh, addicting. !!
Fried Calmari @ Napoli Restaurant
One simply can’t say no to wings. A simple honey-Mustard glaze gives these wings knockout flavor. A must try!
Honey Mustard Wings @ Napoli Restaurant
Second Stop: Rivoli
The second restaurant of this amazing Food Panda tour was “Rivoli”. Our culinary experience at the Rivoli started off with Street style Chicken Sliders, Fried ring onion, fries and dipping suace. The Slider was saucy but the one thing I didn’t like was the slider bun which was really hard. It was kind of sweet and tasted like the meetha bun we find at our Pakistani bakeries. My overall experience was just ok.
@ Rivoli Restaurant Lahore
@ Rivoli Restaurant Lahore
Sliders @ Rivoli Restaurant Lahore
Sliders @ Rivoli Restaurant Lahore
Sliders @ Rivoli Restaurant Lahore
Third Stop: Sweet Affairs
“Sweet Affairs” was our 3rd stop. And I just fell in love with this, From the brick oven Pizza (BBQ & Mexican flavored), to the Fettuccine in bechmal sauce, Pasta Aurora with Grilled Chicken and the Basil Beef from Sweet Affairs are a must-try!
I really liked the soothing and peaceful ambiance of Sweet affairsl, and the quality of the food was well above average.
Sweet Affairs
I can highly recommend the fettuccine in bechmal sauce, the sauce was so good, fresh basil, with a good amount of cheese and sauce, i just want to slurp it with a spoon. 😛
And their brick oven pizza’s (BBA & Mexican) were amazing !!! Loved the taste, the presentation and the topping. It’s light and fresh and yet at the same time gave me all the festive feels. Best thing about this was how they brought the authentic taste of Italian cuisine in Lahore. All the dishes were just perfect. 5/5 for that!
Pasta Aurora with Grilled Chicken @ Sweet Affairs
Basil Beef @ Sweet Affairs
Fettuccine in Béchamel sauce @ Sweet Affairs
Brick Oven Pizza @Sweet Affairs
Brick Oven BBQ Flavored PIZZA @ sweet affairs
Fourth Stop: Mocca Coffee
No meal is complete without the perfect sweet finish and foodpanda‘s Good Food Tour was completed with delectable sweet treats from Mocca Coffee.
If you can fit in dessert the Mocca Coffee is another winner – Their Brownie melt is amazing, scoop of Ice cream over brownie drizzled with syrup and served with melted chocolate suace and mint. Yum. Their macaroons, mocca and caramel frappucinos, carrot cake, brownie melt and chocolate mousse are to die for!
Dear Brownie Melt, If you’re going to ask me what I love about you, the answer is everything. Let’s start simply: You’re delicious. It’s hard to pick out a single favourite from Mocca Coffee, but if I had to recommend just one thing, Brownie Melt is a MUST-TRY!
Brownie Melt @ Mocca Coffee
Carrot Cake@ Mocca Coffee
Macrons Nougatella @ Mocca Coffee
Mocca Coffee Frappe
The whole experience was amazing as I interacted with the fellow bloggers, local foodies, as we moved from restaurant to restaurant. I absolutely loved how FoodPanda was able to bring all the people together over food in a very relaxed and fun environment.
Lonely meals are never as good as those enjoyed with good company.
So there you have it – my FoodPanda: “Good Food Tour” Roundup! I loved every second of the wonderful experience, meeting new bloggers and friends and making new memories.
My thanks go to the wonderful hospitality of team Foodpanda and all of the lovely restaurants who plied me with food and drink all evening. I am expecting these kind of food tours more in the future aswell.
P.S *This post and the work done with foodpanda for ‘Good Food Tour’ is not paid work, all commentary and opinions are my own.
What if I told you about a super fruit that you can find at almost any corner store, that won’t break the bank, and you can toss straight in your bag as you head out the door? Not only does this wonder food actually exist, but chances are you’ve eaten it before—many times.
Yes, I’m talking about…apples.
You read that right. The simple fruit you’ve eaten since the days when mom packed your lunch deserves a second look—and a starring role in your snack routine. In addition to being sweet and delicious, apples serve up many serious, science-backed health benefits. Especially when it comes to red-skinned varieties, which are loaded with antioxidant compounds. They’re also irresistibly crisp and juicy.
Here are five reasons why they make the best between-meal nibble, along with some satisfying ways to serve them.
1. They’ll curb your cravings without spiking your blood sugar.
If apples came with a label it might read: “Keeps your sweet tooth happy—without making your body feel crappy!” A little corny, maybe, but it’s true. While those cookies might seem like a good idea mid-afternoon when you hit a slump, an hour later your energy is lagging again and you’re addicted for another treat. That’s not the case with apples, whose natural sugars come packaged with fiber to slow your body’s absorption of the sugars to give you energy that lasts.
2. They’ll fill you up for real.
Speaking of fiber, apples have more than almost any other fruit, according to the Mayo Clinic. A medium apple with the skin packs nearly 5g (around 20% of what you need in a day). And that roughage digests slowly and takes up lots of space in your stomach—so you fill up quickly and stay satisfied.
3. And speaking of weight, they might help you lose a little.
In addition to the ability to fight junky cravings and fill you up, apples are packed with polyphenols that research suggests could fight fat. Add it all up, and it’s no wonder that making these fruits your go-to snack could help you reach your weight-loss goals. In fact, one study published in the journal Appetite found that overweight women who added three apples a day to their usual diet lost an average of 2 pounds over 10 weeks.
And apples are a particularly good choice, especially the skins, contain polyphenols and antioxidants that are known for protecting against oxidative stress associated with chronic diseases. Red apples, in particular, boast a range of health-boosting compounds such as hydroxycinnamates, flavanols, and anthocyanins, research shows. In other words? It’s more than worth your while to have one a day.
5. They’re the little black dress of your snack stash.
Since apples come naturally packaged and can sit at room temperature, they’re the snack that works any place, anytime. And when it comes to picking healthy snacks, that matters a whole lot. Apples are not only incredibly delicious, but they are also the perfect size for snacking so there are no leftovers and they keep incredibly well in the fridge so there is less spoilage.
Best of all? You’ve got sky-high versatility when it comes to serving ideas. While sometimes a crunchy apple, plain and simple, is all you need to hit the spot, pairing your apple with some protein and healthy fat makes it more filling—and keeps things interesting on the flavor front. I am a big fan of crunchy juicy apples, their balanced, tangy-sweet flavor goes with just about everything.
Interested in adding more apples into your snack routine? Here are some tasty ideas to try:
If you love the sharpness of raw garlic, the savoriness of toasted garlic, or the sweetness of roasted garlic, you have come to the right place. Because these are the recipes you need to sneak as much garlic into your food as possible. For all you serious garlic lovers out there, we know this is the goal of every meal — it is for us, too.
Add a garlicky twist to your next dish with quick and easy recipes for garlic bread, chicken, pizza, pasta and more.
Recipes For Garlic Lovers
Garlic Naan – This recipe gives PERFECT, SOFT and fluffy naan with right amount of garlicky flavor. This aromatic garlic naan bread is the perfect start to your Pakistani-inspired feast.
Garlic Mushroom – This herb and butter flavored garlic mushrooms go good with just any thing plain rice, inside a sandwich bread or wrap, fried rice, noodles or serve as a starter. Made with very few ingredients and tastes super delicious.
Chili Garlic Fish – This hot, garlic stir fried fish is perfect for a week-night-meal. The aromas released while cooking this dish will have everyone licking their lips in anticipation. A delicious way to eat fish. Try this Chili Garlic fish recipe today!
Garlic Cheese Bread Slices – These garlicky flavored cheese bread slices are a wonderful appetizer, especially served before an Italian dinner. Simple and tasty too!
Garlic Mayo Chicken Wraps – Try this Garlic Mayo Chicken Wraps recipe with a mayo garlic flavor that’ll make you wonder why you didn’t try it earlier. This is a truly versatile snack that can be served with salads and dip.
Chili Garlic Sauce – is the perfect recipe for garlic lovers. This version has the wonderful aroma of roasted garlic. The combination of spice and warm fragrant garlic is addicting.
Honey Garlic BBQ Sauce – This is my favorite homemade BBQ sauce. It uses a whole bulb of garlic, and lots of honey. Great on wings or basting chicken on the grill.
Chinese food in Pakistan isn’t quite the same as the real thing; it’s more of a cultural offshoot developed to cater to Pakistani tastes. But the general cultural nuances remain — if perhaps in a more deep-fried form. Whether or not this cuisine can really be called “Chinese” is a subject for debate, but at least we can all agree on calling it “delicious.” You don’t need to order take-out or head to your favorite Chinese restaurant every time you get a yen for Fried Rice or Chinese Soup or Sweet and Sour Chicken.
Below are a few staples of foods found on Chinese menus across the country. Soon enough, you’ll be replicating your favorite dishes right in your own kitchen!
Chinese Restaurant-Style Recipes You Can Make at Home
1. Chicken Chow Mein – The top selling side dish, just a few ingredients and ten minutes until you’re enjoying this delicious Chow Mein.
Photo: Chicken Chow Mein Recipe
2. Hot and Sour Soup – This Hot and Sour Soup recipe rivals the very best you’ve had at your favorite Chinese restaurant. Thoroughly authentic, thoroughly delicious. Although it’s a nice soothing winter soup that will warm you up immediately, I really enjoy eating it throughout the year.
Photo: Easy Hot and Sour Soup Recipe
3.Spring Rolls– Who doesn’t love a hot, fried Chicken spring rolls? Light, airy and crispy Chicken spring rolls. A Must TRY Recipe!!
Spring Rolls Recipe
4. Egg Flower Soup – Traditional Chinese Egg Flower Soup, Also known as Egg Drop Soup recipe with a secret ingredient that makes it Divine. Sesame oil adds a lovely aroma to this soup. This is the popular dish in chinese restaurants in which lightly beaten eggs are streamed into the broth at the very end.
Photo: Egg Flower Soup Recipe
5. Chicken Manchurian with Egg Fried Rice – Do I need to say more? No, but I will. It’s one of the famous chinese recipe, batter fried chicken pieces are just one of the delicious things you can make manchurian in. The king of all Chinese recipes, this copycat has been viewed over a half a million times in less than a year. This dish is a must try!
Photo: Chicken Manchurian
6. Chinese Dry Beef Chili – A simple and quick Chinese Dry Beef Chilli Recipe that is going to give you the taste of authentic Chinese food. Super hot and fragrant Chinese dry beef chilli. Give it a try!!
Delicious, tender, juicy Chicken Shashlik Sticks the whole family loves in less than 40 minutes! These Shashlik Sticks are EASY to make and so versatile.
Photo: Chicken Shashlik Sticks
8. Kung pao Beef – Named after a court official or “Kung Pao,” Kung Pao Beef is a flavorful chinese dish made with diced beef, peanuts and chili peppers.
Photo: Kung Pao Beef recipe
9. Mongolian Beef –This Mongolian Beef recipe rivals your favorite Chinese restaurant version. This delicious stir fry whipped up in minutes, crispy, sweet and full of garlic and ginger flavors you love from your favorite Chinese restaurant.
Recipe Link here:
photo: Mongolian beef recipe
10. Fried Wonton
Crispy, crunchy, and delicious appetizer? Check, check, check. These fried wontons are the perfect party food. Make some and watch them disappear – fast! They’re easy and fun to put together and can also be made vegetarian so everyone can enjoy them.
Photo: Fried Wonton Recipe
11. Beef and Broccoli – One of the original favorites! Didn’t think I would forget this one, did you? How do restaurant chefs get the beef so tender in this dish? They “velvet” the meat in hot oil before combining it with broccoli in an oyster-flavored sauce.
Photo: Beef and Broccoli recipe
12. Sweet and Sour Chicken – My new favorite (shh…don’t tell Chicken Manchurian I am totally cheating on it!) The sauce is the star of the show in this dish. Most versions use pineapple juice and combine it with vinegar, sugar, ketchup or tomato paste and pineapple chunks, green bell pepper and pineapple chunks. The warmed sauce is poured over chicken cubes that have been coated with batter and deep-fried.
Photo: Sweet and Sour Chicken with Noodles
13. Chinese Almond Chicken – Almond Chicken is another winner to add to that list. Almond chicken is one of the most popular Chinese recipes here in the Pakistan. Much like its close cousin Cashew Chicken, silky smooth, juicy and tender chicken cubes are stir-fried in the savory Chinese brown sauce, with vegetables such as sugar snap peas (or snow peas), carrots, with lots of almonds.
Chinese Almond Chicken
14.Szechuan Chicken – Juicy and Flavorful stir fry chicken cooked in chile paste make this Szechuan Chicken vibrant, healthy & deliciously spicy! And it only takes 25 Minutes to make from start to finish. Szechuan Chicken has just the right amount of heat, due the chile paste and fresh ginger ingredients, that spicy and mellow lovers alike will.
Szechuan Chicken
15. Chinese Plum Sauce – Not going to lie I dip most entree items in this at least a little. 😉
Chinese Plum Sauce Recipe
Am I missing a dish you love? Let me know! If you made it all the way through this list you must love Restaurant-Style Copycat Recipes!
Take me back to the Foodpanda’s Bites and Vibes event please!
Thanks to Foodpanda and their team for inviting me to [EVENT] and giving me a platform to meet my fellow bloggers and it was wonderful experience! The weather was perfect, the food was aplenty, and what is there to complain about to taste and enjoy different cuisine in one place at affordable prices?? So before I get too much into it, let’s start with the basics.What is the Foodpanda’s Bites and Vibes Event?
Foodpanda has recently gone beyond being just a local food delivery service and have begun incorporating events into their repertoire of all things food. Bites and Vibes is a part of the Foodpanda’s event-series to bringing together different local popular restaurants and a variety of food at a very affordable price dishes and free drinks by 7up, live cooking, chef demonstrations, and more! Located on the Royal Palm Country Golf Club. For more details about the event and ticket prices check out my previous article here.
I was super stoked to be part of this incredible food festival. I went the event with great expectations and it did not disappoint me at all. As soon as I entered the tent enclosed area of where the festival was held, the aroma of food rising from different stalls made the atmosphere extremely delightful.
Deli Delights, Spoonful, Shut Up & Eat, Downtown Foodies, Galito’s, Buffalo Wings and Rings, Popeye’s Chicken, Bamboo Union, Maro Tandoor, Dessert Desire, Hakuna Matata, The Waffle House, Cravea and Grab Your Meal also had their stalls at the food festival.
and mouthwatering food stalls, from desi Ashraf Tikka to fine sushi from Bamboo Union and delicious nutella Naan from Maro Tandoor. There is infinite variety of exquisite cuisine that catered in all kind of budgets.
Overall, it was a very well organized event and my bro and I thoroughly enjoyed every part of it! In addition to the food, appetizers, and desserts, there was the 7up stall to pairing the spicy food (Mana Lo Food Ka Love) and small kids zone and games for more fun times. Definitely an event I would go to again next season!
Refreshing Drink “Pom Chiller” by 7up
But the best thing about the Bites and Vibes food festival was that every food item will not exceed the Rs. 200 price!
On a completely random side note though, a cool thing I noticed there was a photo booth for Selfie Lovers and a spinning wheel to win prizes. For those of you who attended the event, Have You Tried…??? Let me know down below!
*This post and the work done with foodpanda for ‘bites and vibes’ was not paid work, but we were given tickets to use at the event. All commentary and opinions are my own.
Time to think about being prepared for inclement weather and other things that come with the season changing. What better way to welcome The winter than with a food festival, a gathering of love, culture and food. 🙂
“Bites and Vibes” Pakistan’s Coolest Food Festival
Calling all fellow foodies and food bloggers!! I have been invited as a Blogger to the Pakistan’s Coolest Food Festival “Bites and Vibes” by foodpanda and I am here to tell you about this great opportunity to network with awesome people and get your learn on. So excited to be part of the media to cover this amazing event!!
Pakistan’s Coolest FOOD FESTIVAL is coming to Lahore!
In case you’ve been living under a rock and haven’t heard, the coolest, craziest, most fantastical Food Festival “Bites and Vibes Pakistan” set to kick off in Lahore on Sunday, 12th of November at Royal Palm Country Golf Club. So, MARK THE DATE and MAKE PLANS to JOIN US!
Pakistan’s Coolest Food Market featuring your city’s favorite restaurants
About Bites and Vibes:
“Bites & Vibes Pakistan” Volume I is the part of an event-series dedicated to those who crave that good taste, fun seekers , and a cool crowd – all in one place! The Bites and Vibes Food Festival is an international, much hyped and wildly popular one-day event showcasing the city’s finest in food and dining.
Location: Royal Palm Golf and Country, 52 Canal Bank Road, Lahore
Date: Nov 12, 2017
Phone: (042) 111 602 602
Ticket Price: 200 rupees only
*Limited tickets available.
Key Features of the Bites and Vibes Event:
Food Panda Bites and Vibes Pakistan – a unique event-platform bringing together restaurants, food-lovers & lifestyle-brands in the Heart of Pakistan (Lahore – The City Of Food Lovers).
The Coolest Restaurant-Food-market in Pakistan
Trendiest Restaurants in Town
Lifestyle-Oriented
Chance to experiment off the menu dishes from your favorite restaurants
Modern Food-Concepts
Interactive & Stylish
Day Event with good food
Culinary Variety
So, what are you waiting for?
Call up your friends and family and plan ahead … each dish is no more than 200 PKR.
Take your first bite of unique creations like Nutella dumplings from Spoonful and
sushi from Bamboo Union through to comfort favourites like tacos from Gallitos, crepes from Cravea and parathas from Sarak pe Karak. Filling the bellies of those who crave
that good taste.
Some of the featured restaurants in #BitesandVibes Event:
1. Spoonful
Have you ever had a Nutelladumpling before? Get a taste of it with Spoonful at #BitesandVibes! They’ll also be dishing out other Mexican favourites like quesadillas and enchiladas too. Who’s hungry?
Thai Chicken in Oyster Sauce
Crunchy iceberg and croutons combined with our special caesar dressing, black olives, and chicken make a perfect meal
Yes, that is cheese oozing out of the Quesadilla
Nutella Peanut Butter Dessert.
2. Sarak Pe Karak
3. Shut Up & Eat
Enjoy life with shutup and eat at Bites and Vibes.
Nutella Banana and Strawberry Crepe.
4. Cravea
Cravea_Pasta is waiting for you at Bites and vibes! Enjoy Healthy Life with Cravea , Perfect Choice for Family. Don’t Miss it.
Lots Of flavours in one Glass.
Lots Of flavours in one Glass.
Lots Of flavours in one Glass.
Rainbow Snow Cone (Gola)
Mexican Chicken Sandwich. Enjoy good food with Cravea @Biteandvibe
Love at First Bite
Fresh Shakes by Cravea @Bitesandvibes Event
Seasonal Fresh Juices by Cravea @BitesandVibes
Crispy Fried Chicken by Cravea
The Waffle House _ #BiteandVibes
Who says waffles are only for breakfast? If you’re a waffle lover, stop by The Waffle House’s booth at Bites and Vibes and get your hands on their sweet mini waffles selection
Dessert Desire
Hands up with you love food from Dessert Desire! They’re bringing sliders, pizzas, cup cakes and much more to Bites and Vibes!
It’s time to get your cookie on!
Chocolate Brownie Fudge
With a visual so good, all we can say is bite it!
Buffalo Wings and Rings
Popeye’s Chicken
Gallitos
Maro Tandoor
The Waffle Hous
Bamboo Union
Hakuna Matata
G.Y.M
There will be a host of activities and talks taking place throughout the day including live cooking, unique desserts and amazing local restaurants. This food festival is the perfect opportunity to try a variety of cuisines and satisfy your taste buds and wallet. (as the menu is budget friendly).
Why not take this opportunity to enjoy and spend some outdoor time with family, you won’t find the delights here in your local supermarket! If you’ll be bringing the kids there is also lots on to keep them entertained.
Get Location Direction on Google Map
Stay tuned for weekly announcements about attractions & entertainment here! and get your appetite ready, click ‘going’. There is still a limited time available to purchase your tickets as they are limited.
THIS IS AN EASY BIRYANI WHICH MADE WITH CHICKEN, RICE, SPICES AND CHICKEN STOCK. PAKISTANI/INDIAN SPICES CREATES AN AWESOME AND TEMPTING FLAVOR AND AROMA IN BIRYANI. GOES WELL WITH RAITA OR SALAD.
THIS IS AN EASY BIRYANI WHICH MADE WITH CHICKEN, RICE, SPICES AND CHICKEN STOCK. PAKISTANI/INDIAN SPICES CREATES AN AWESOME AND TEMPTING FLAVOR AND AROMA IN BIRYANI. GOES WELL WITH RAITA OR SALAD.
Prep Time 30 minutesminutes
Cook Time 40 minutesminutes
Total Time 1 hourhour10 minutesminutes
Servings 8
Author Bushra Waheed
Ingredients
750gmboneless chicken breasts,cut into large pieces
3-1/2cupchicken stock
1-1/2cupsbasmati rice,washed and soaked
1onion,sliced thinly
2garlic clovescrushed
2tbspolive oil
1tbspgrated ginger
1tbspgaram masala
2tspground cumin
1/2tspground turmeric
fresh coriander
Instructions
Place chicken in a large bowl. Add cumin, garam masala and turmeric. Toss to coat.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a deep skillet or dutch oven. Place chicken to the skillet.
Cook for 5 minutes or until lightly browned.
Take it out in a dish and set aside.
Heat remaining oil in the same skillet.
Saute onion, ginger and garlic in hot oil.
Cook for 3-4 minutes or until lightly golden.
Add rice and cook for 2 minutes. Return chicken to the skillet.
Add chicken stock and gently stir. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low.
Cover with a lid and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the rice is tender and all water dries up. Let stand for 10 minutes.
Sprinkle with coriander. Simple Chicken Biryani is ready to serve.
This salad came to my mind right as I was falling asleep.
Does your brain ever do crazy stuff like that? My best ideas seem to come when I’m about to doze off and don’t have a notebook or pen to write things down, so I just make a pact with my brain to remember. And the next day we both do our best to recall what we were thinking.
Thankfully, this one made it through the pipeline! Three cheers for my old lady brain still working!
Bean Salad with Olives and Herbs
I’ve made many a Bean salad before, but this one is special. This is the answer to the question, “What’s super cozy, flavorful and perfect for any BBQ Party?” It’s a great addition to any summer get together!
This Pakistani/Italian flavor pairing came to mind, and the recipe is adapted from my all-time favorite Bean Salad. One super easy thing you can prep ahead is beans. I love beans because you can make them so many different ways and they’re packed with protein, slow-digesting carbohydrates and fiber. Their nutritional profile makes them ideal for prepping before a workout and recovering after a workout. If you’re trying to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight, they’re great for that too since they make you feel full longer.
One of my favorite ways to enjoy beans during the warmer months is with my Bean Salad. It’s super easy to make and it tastes really yummy too! This recipe is simple, requiring just 10 minutes to prepare! You can eat it all on its own (what I normally do) or dress it up by adding some more chopped veggies to it. It’s also great added to some greens either in a wrap or in a salad.
Bean Salad with Olives and Herbs
The dressing is SO easy (and dreamy).
Italian herbs are blended with vinegar . Add olive oil water to thin and ‘voila!’ You have a super yummy, tangy Italian dressing ready to coat those gorgeous bean salad. Look at that salad goodness.
This would make the perfect side dish for BBQ Party, or any get together, really. It yields four entrée-sized portions or 8 sides, so multiply as needed. Although it’s delicious on its own, it would pair extremely well with my Grilled Lamb Chops, and my Grilled Italian Chicken.
Bismillah, let’s get started the recipe!!
Check it out the Bean Salad with Olives and Herbs Recipe and printable version below!!
Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out. Post a photo on Facebook (Recipestable) or on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.
