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  • Melty Goodness: A Delicious Homemade Cheese Paratha Recipe!

    Cheese Paratha (Stuffed Paneer Paratha)

    Ingredients:
    For the dough :

    • 1 cup  plain flour
    • 1 tbsp Oil
    • Water for kneading

    For filling :

    • 1 cup paneer crumbs
    • 4-5 green chilies,finely chopped
    • 1 onion,finely chopped
    • 2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves,finely chopped
    • 2 tbsp mint leaves,finely chopped
    • salt to taste
    • 2 tbsp ghee, Clarified butter
    • Oil or Clarified butter for making the paratha

    How to make Paneer Paratha:

    • Knead the flour as stated.
    • Mix paneer with all the other dry ingredients together.
    • Roll out the dough into small puris & spread some of the paneer filling over it.
    • Make a tight Swiss roll.
    • Press together and re-roll to full size parantha.
    • Now cook on a tava (griddle) with Ghee (clarified butter) until light brown.
    • Serve hot with any Chutney or pickle or just plain fresh curds.
    • Enjoy!

  • Onion Pulao Recipe

    Onion Pulao

    Looking for very quick and easy at the same time rich and aromatic on busy weekdays for lunch? Then this onion pulao recipe is the best to do recipe. So flavorful, light and satisfying meal along with raita or some spicy curry.  This is a great one-dish meal and is great for a quick weekday dinner.

    Onion Pulao Recipe
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    Check it out the Onion Pulao Recipe here!!

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:20 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 4[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level:Very Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 2 cups Basmati Rice
    • 5 onions
    • 1 cup thick coconut milk
    • 1/2 tsp ginger Paste
    • 1 tsp garlic paste
    • 3 cloves
    • 5 green chillies, thinly sliced
    • 1 bay leaf
    • 1 cardamom
    • 1 cinnamon stick
    • 1/4 cup Cashew nuts, optional
    • 3 tbsp oil or ghee
    • salt to taste

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 4 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Wash rice with 4-5 changes of water or until water runs clear.

    Step 2

    Soak rice for 30 minutes.

    Step 3

    Peel onion and cut into thin lengthwise slices.

    Step 4

    Heat oil in a heavy bottom skillet.

    Step 5

    Add bay leaf, cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom when they splutter add cashew nuts.

    Step 6

    Stir fry for 1-2 minutes or until golden.

    Step 7

    Now add ginger-garlic paste and green chillies; cook for 2 minutes or until raw smell goes.

    Step 8

    Then add onions and fry for 2-3 minutes or until turn light pink.

    Step 9

    Add pre-soaked rice, coconut milk , 1 cup water and salt.

    Step 10

    Cook until well done. Onion Pulao is ready to serve.
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    • Enjoy with raita or with any spicy gravy.

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  • Balti Gosht Salan Recipe

    Balti Gosht Salan 

    Balti Gosht salan is one of Pakistani’s favorite curries, quick and easy to make.  This Balti Gosht salan similar to karahi but here are some additional spices which develop a unique taste recipe. The Balti Gosht salan recipe has exotic flavors of various spices. Enjoy this yummy and spicy Balti Gosht salan recipe and don’t forget to share your experience with us !!

    Balti Gosht Salan Recipe
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    Balti Gosht Salan Recipe
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    Balti Gosht Salan Recipe
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    Check it out the Balti Gosht Salan Recipe and printable version below!!

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    Balti Gosht Salan (Curry)

    Balti Gosht salan is one of Pakistani’s favorite curries, quick and easy to make. This Balti Gosht salan similar to karahi but here are some additional spices which develop a unique taste recipe. The Balti Gosht salan recipe has exotic flavors of various spices.
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 2 hours
    Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
    Servings 6
    Author Bushrah @Recipestable

    Ingredients

    • 1 kg mutton cut into 1-1/2 inch pieces
    • 1 tsp black pepper
    • 1 inch cinnamon stick
    • 2-3 – black cardamoms
    • 2 – bay leaves
    • 1 large onion thickly sliced
    • 500 gm tomatoes chopped
    • 6-7 – green chillies
    • 2 tbsp ginger finely chopped
    • 2 tbsp garlic paste
    • 1 tsp red chili powder
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 12 cup oil

    Instructions

    Method

    • Place the mutton, black pepper, cinnamon, cardamom and bay leaf in a large pot.
    • Add enough water to make the mutton tender.
    • Heat oil in a shallow frying pan or karahi.
    • Add onions and stirring frequently fry for 5 minutes or until soft.
    • Add tomatoes, green chilies, ginger, garlic, red chili powder, salt and mutton.
    • While stirring frequently fry on high heat for few minutes, then reduce heat to medium, cover and cook for 15 minutes until the oil begin to separate.
    • Garnish with coriander leaves, diagonally cut green chilies and thin Julienne’s ginger. Balti Gosht is ready to serve.

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve hot with Naan or Chapati.

    I have also posted Smoked Meat Curry which is another easiest & tastiest version of making Mutton Curry. Do check it out as well.

    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.

    Happy Cooking!!

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  • Keema Paratha Recipe

    Keema Paratha

    A delicious and different, mince stuffed paratha is presented to you that will make your breakfast tastier and more special than usual. Give it a try!!

    Keema (mince) Paratha Recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:15 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings:4 [/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Medium[/one_fourth_last]

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    For the dough :

    • 2 cups wheat flour
    • 2 tbsp ghee
    • 1/2 tsp salt

    For Filling:

    • 5oo gm minced mutton
    • 1 small onion,finely chopped
    • 1 tsp grated ginger
    • 1 tsp grated garlic
    • 2 green chilies, finely chopped
    • 1 tsp coriander powder
    • 1 tsp garam masala powder
    • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
    • A pinch of turmeric
    • 2 tbsp oil
    • A handful of chopped coriander leaves
    • Ghee or clarified butter for making the paratha
    • salt to taste

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 4 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    For the dough :Mix the wheat flour with salt, water and knead to a smooth dough. Keep it aside for 10 minutes.

    Step 2

    Then make small balls from the dough and keep it aside.

    Step 3

    For filling: Boil the minced mutton in salted water until it is tender.

    Step 4

    Now heat the oil in a pan, add onions and fry until brown.

    Step 5

    Also add grated ginger-garlic, salt, turmeric, chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, boiled mutton and fry till the water dries and the oil separates.

    Step 6

    Add the chopped coriander leaves and remove from the heat.

    Step 7

    Keep it aside.

    Step 8

    Take the dough balls and roll out each ball into a thin disc or a chapati and in the middle.

    Step 9

    Place the filling mixture on one round chapati and cover with a another round chapati and seal the edges.

    Step 10

    Now sprinkle a little dry flour on top, then roll the paratha to a thin round shape chapati.

    Step 11

    Take care it should not break while rolling it out.

    Step 12

    Grease the griddle (tawa) with Ghee or clarified butter.

    Step 13

    Place the paratha over it and when the base turns slightly golden color, apply Ghee on the top and turn the paratha on the other side.

    Step 14

    Fry these parathas on both sides, pressing gently and keep turning the paratha until it turns golden brown. Keema Paratha is ready to serve.

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    • Serve hot with mint chutney or curd.

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  • Recipe: Missi Roti

    Missi Roti

    No meal is complete without bread or rotis .In Pakistan we have lots of variations and variety of making rotis ,paratha and puris.
    Missi roti is a delicious and healthy flatbread made with a mixture of gram flour and wheat flour and seasoned with spices. The aroma that hits one’s nostrils while making the rotis is so pleasant and appetizing.

    Missi Roti Recipe
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    Prep Time:30 minutes

    Cook Time:20 minutes

    Servings:8

    Difficulty Level:Medium 

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups whole Wheat Flour (atta)
    • 3 cups Gram flour (besan)
    • 1 onion, finely chopped
    • 1/2 cup chopped mint leaves
    • 1/2 cup chopped coriander leaves
    • 6 green chilies, finely chopped
    • 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
    • 1 teaspoon crushed red chili
    • 1 teaspoon red pepper
    • 1 teaspoon dry coriander, crushed
    • 1/4 teaspoon garam masala powder
    • 2 tablespoon dry fenugreek leaves (methi)
    • 2 tablespoon pomegranate seeds (anar dana)
    • Salt to taste
    • Water to knead
    • butter as required

    Directions:

    Step 1

    In a mixing bowl, sift both flours.

    Step 2

    Add all the dry ingredients and mix very well.

    Step 3

    Now add onion, chopped mint leaves,chopped coriander and green chilies.

    Step 4

    Mix well.

    Step 5

    Now knead the dough very hard with cold water.

    Step 6

    Knead it for 8-10 minutes and keep it aside.

    Step 7

    After ten minutes again knead the dough for 5 minutes.

    Step 8

    Put in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

    Step 9

    After one hour, make medium balls with the help of oil or flour.

    Step 10

    Roll it with rolling pin very lightly.

    Note: ( It will be sticky so be careful.Flour will help you to roll it).

    Step 11

    Preheat griddle or tawa and cook roti with or without oil.

    Step 12

    Remove from the griddle and spread butter over the hot roti.

    Step 13

    Missi Roti is ready to serve. ENJOY!!

    Recipe Note’s

     

    1. If you feel your dough is so sticky you can add little more flour only little dont put soo much.
    2. If you have pizza stone you can also make roti in oven.
    3. You can put desi ghee on roti when you serve it.

     

    Serving Suggestions:

    • Serve it with lassi and green chutney.

    If you like Missi Roti Recipe and make it then let me know your feedback by commenting below.

  • Bhatura Recipe

    Bhatura

    Bhatura is a puffed fried bread very popular in Pakistan and India.[highlight]Bhaturas[/highlight] are best eaten as they are made and piping hot, they look a lot like Pooris except those are unleavened and smaller.  Serve it as brunch this weekend and make it a true holiday for your family.

    Bhatura Recipe
    Photo: Bhatura Recipe

    Here is famous, tasty  bhatura recipe try out and celebrate your weekend by making delicious Batura at home. It will be a great deal for your family.

    Bhatura with Chanay Recipe
    Photo: Bhatura with Chanay

    Check it out the Bhatura Recipe Here!!

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:40 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:20 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 20[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Medium[/one_fourth_last]

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    • 500 gm plain flour(maida)
    • 1/4 tsp sugar
    • 2 tsp dry yeast
    • 2 tbsp fresh yogurt
    • 25 gm ghee or butter
    • 1 tsp salt
    • Oil for deep frying

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 20 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Sieve the flour properly.

    Step 2

    Put the sugar and yeast in 1 cup of warm water and mix till the yeast gets dissolves.

    Step 3

    Cover and leave for 5 to 7 minutes till the mixture is full of froth.

    Step 4

    Put this liquid along with the curds, ghee and salt to the flour.

    Step 5

    Put some warm water to make a soft dough.

    Step 6

    Knead the dough for 6 to 7 minutes.

    Step 7

    Keep the dough in a wet cloth for 30 minutes.

    Step 8

    Knead for 1 minute.

    Step 9

    Divide the dough into 20 parts.

    Step 10

    Apply a little ghee and roll out puris.

    Step 11

    Deep fry the puris in oil. Bhatura is ready to serve.

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    • Serve with spicy chanay and achar.

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  • Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe

    Vegetable Fried Rice

     A quick and healthy [highlight]Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe [/highlight]suitable for vegetarians. Nothing could be easier than this light version of  fried rice. Do try it!!

    Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings:6 [/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy[/one_fourth_last]

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    • 2 cups uncooked rice
    • 1 cup French beans
    • 1 bunch spring onions
    • 1 cup carrots
    • 2 capsicums
    • 4 celery sticks
    • 1/2 cup boiled corn
    • 2 tbsp soy sauce
    • 4 tsp vegetable oil
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • Green chillies in vinegar
    • Chili sauce to serve

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 6 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Rinse the rice in 3-4 changes of water and soak for 30 minutes.

    Step 2

    Boil the rice and each grain of the cooked rice should be separate.

    Step 3

    Cut the vegetables into small pieces and set aside.

    Step 4

    Chop the leaves of the spring onions and set aside.

    Step 5

    Heat the oil thoroughly in a wok or deep pan. Add the vegetables and stir fry for 3 to 4 minutes.

    Step 6

    Add the boiled rice, soy sauce salt and pepper. Mix very well and cook for 2 minutes.

    Step 7

    Dish it out. Vegetable Fried Rice is ready to serve.

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  • Mixed Vegetable Paratha Recipe

    Sabzi Ka Paratha

    Try this Sabzi Ka Paratha recipe to make an excellent lunch for your family. An excellent way to get nutrition.

    Sabzi Ka Paratha Recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:20 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 6[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy[/one_fourth_last]

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    For the dough:

    • 1-1/2 cups all purpose flour(maida)
    • 1-1/2 cups wheat flour
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1 tsp melted butter or ghee
    • A little milk

    For the stuffing:

    • 2 mix boiled vegetables (cabbage, cauliflower, carrot, green peas, French beans, capsicum)
    • 1 onion, finely chopped
    • 2 potatoes, boiled and mashed
    • 2 green chillies,finely chopped
    • 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
    • 2 pinches garam masala
    • 2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves,finely chopped
    • 2 tbsp ghee
    • salt to taste

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 6 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    To Make the dough: Combine the all purpose flours,wheat flour,salt and butter. Put enough milk and make soft dough.

    Step 2

    Knead the dough properly and keep aside for at least 15 minutes.

    Step 3

    To Make Stuffing: Heat the ghee, put the onion and cook till it becomes soft. Put the vegetables, potatoes, green chillies, chilli powder, garam masala, coriander and salt and cook for 1 or 2 minutes.

    Step 4

    Take out and keep it cool.

    Step 5

    Divide the dough into 12 equal portions.

    Step 6

    Apply a little flour and roll out into rounds.

    Step 7

    Put 2 tbsp of the stuffing in the center of each dough round and fold like an envelope from all the corners.

    Step 8

    Roll into rounds and cook on hot griddle (tawa) for 1-2 minutes, turn over on the other side and cook again till it becomes crispy.

    Step 9.

    Repeat the same procedure for the remaining rounds. Sabzi ka paratha is ready to serve.

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    • Serve with curd.

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