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  • Shami Kabab Recipe

    Shami Kabab

    Your kids are having a party at home? Try out crispy and mouthwatering shami kabab with this easy recipe. This all time favourite shami kabab made with beef and gram lentil. It’s easy to make and delicious in taste.Your kids will must love to it. Serve with tomato ketchup. A popular and favourite tea time snack or versatile kebab, is a must have for most Asian refrigerators for those sudden guests. Do try it!!

    Shami kabab Recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:1 hour 20 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 8[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy[/one_fourth_last]

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    • 500 gm boneless meat
    • 2 tbsp Bengal gram dal
    • 1 tsp garlic paste
    • 1 tsp ginger paste
    • 1 tsp garam masala
    • 1 Egg
    • 1 tbsp mint leaves,chopped
    • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
    • 1 Onion minced
    • Oil for frying
    • salt to taste

    For Whole Masala:

    • 2 black cardamom pods
    • 2 Cinnamon sticks
    • 2 cloves
    • 1/2 tsp coriander powder
    • 1 tsp Cumin powder
    • 1 tsp red Chili powder

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 8 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Wash the minced meat and to it add the Bengal gram dal, whole masala, 1cup warm water, salt to taste and then cook till dry.

    Step 2

    Remove from heat and add ginger, garlic, pepper,chili powder, coriander powder and cumin powder.

    Step 3

    Grind to a fine paste and then form into dough.

    Step 4

    For the Stuffing mix minced onion with finely chopped mint leaves, lime juice and salt.

    Step 5

    Beat the egg lightly.

    Step 6

    Divide the dough into lemon- sized balls.

    Step 7

    Flatten each ball in the palm of your hand and stuff with a little of the onion mixture.

    Step 8

    Shape into a kabab and dip in the beaten egg.

    Step 9

    Shallow fry till it turns color. Shami Kabab is ready to serve.

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    • Serve hot with mint chutney.

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  • Achari Keema Recipe

    Achari Keema

    Even if we have tried the most fascinating and delicious foods from around the globe, we still come back to our authentic classic food. Do Try it!!

    Achari Keema Recipe
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    Achari Keema Recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:20 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:50 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 4[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy[/one_fourth_last]

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    • 500 gm lamb mince
    • 2 medium onions
    • 1 tomatoes
    • 1 tbsp achar masala
    • 1 tsp ginger paste
    • 1 tsp garlic paste
    • 1 tbsp ketchup
    • 1 cup green peas
    • 1/2 cup oil
    • 1 tsp black pepper
    • salt to taste

    For Garnishing:

    • 4 tbsp fresh coriander leaves
    • 2 green chilies, finely chopped

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 4 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Cut onions into thin sliced.

    Step 2

    Heat oil in a pan,add onions and fry for few minutes(do not turn brown).

    Step 3

    Then add keema to it, let it cook, till becomes tender and a little brownish in colour.

    Step 4

    Now add the sliced tomato and stir fry, also add the green peas if you want.

    Step 5

    Now add, salt, black pepper, garlic-ginger paste.

    Step 6

    Toss a bit and add ketchup, stir fry and add achar.

    Step 7

    Now leave it for dum for about 5-7 minutes or when the mixture leaves oil.

    Step 8

    Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and green chilies. Now transfer into a serving dish. Achari keema is ready to serve.

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    • Serve hot with naan or boiled rice.

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  • Spinach Pakora (Palak Pakora)Recipe

    Spinach Pakora (Palak Pakora)

    Palak pakora is a delicious appetizer or a tea time snack. The taste of these deep fried palak pakora’s (spinach fritters) more enhanced when eaten with apricot chutney.

    As the monsoons have started, I am posting lot of tea time snack recipes for you all to enjoy this season. Must try this Palak Pakora recipe and enjoy the rainy weather with your friends and family!!

    Spinach Pakora (Palak Pakora) Recip
    Spinach Pakora (Palak Pakora)

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    Spinach Pakora (Palak Pakora) Recipe

    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes
    Servings 6
    Author Bushrah @Recipestable

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup spinach leaves palak, chopped
    • 1-1/2 cups gramflour besan
    • 1 small chopped onion
    • 2 green chilies chopped
    • 1 tsp Red chili crushed
    • 1/2 tsp Mango powder
    • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds crushed
    • 1/2 tsp coriander seeds crushed
    • Salt to taste
    • Oil for deep frying

    Instructions

    Method

    • Wash palak leaves properly and leave it for drying.
    • Chop the palak leaves. Add water to besan and make a batter of thick consistency.
    • Add chopped green chilies, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, red chili powder, and mango powder, salt and blend it well.
    • Fry small portions of mixture in oil for 5-8 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
    • Remove from oil and absorb on kitchen paper. Palak Pakora is ready to serve.

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with Apricot Chutney.

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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.

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  • Chapati Recipe

    Chapati

    Chapati is a [highlight]Pakistani and Indian flatbread[/highlight]. It’s also called “Roti”. Chapati accompanies most Pakistani and Indian meat, vegetable and lentil curries. This is a most basic and simple recipe of Chapati. If you want to make these ahead, keep them moist and pliable under a damp towel. Do try it!!

    Chapati Recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:40 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:20 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 8[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: medium[/one_fourth_last]

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    • 1 cup chapati flour
    • 1 cup plain flour
    • a pinch of salt
    • 2 tbsp natural yogurt
    • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
    • warm water

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 8 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Mix the ingredients in a bowl.

    Step 2

    Add water a little at a time until you get a pliable dough which is not runny.

    Step 3

    If you over do the water just add more flour you are looking for something like the consistency of play dough.

    Step 4

    Now flour your hands well, pour a little over the dough too and knead well for 5 minutes.

    Step 5

    Regularly reflour your hands as needed to prevent the dough sticking.

    Step 6

    Divide the dough into 4 pieces and roll each flat and thin using a well floured rolling pin on a floured surface.

    Step 7

    Heat a heavy pan or griddle to a high heat and cook the chapatis without any oil for about 2 minutes on each side.

    Step 8

    Cover in foil and keep in a warm oven until required.Chapati is ready to serve.
    Enjoy!

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    • Serve with curries or lentils.

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  • Butter Paratha Recipe

    Butter Paratha

    Bite into Nutritious  and tasty Butter Paratha and forget yourself in its exotic taste. An ideal dish for everyday gourmet, this is soon going to be everyone’s favorite. Do try this Butter Paratha Recipe, Delighting and crispy, it’s mouthwatering!

    Butter Paratha Recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:20 minutes [/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:20 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 wheat flour
    • 2 tablespoon oil
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1/2 cup butter or desi ghee
    • water for knead the dough

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 4 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Mix flour, salt and required water to make a dough consistency.

    Step 2

    Rub oil over and knead it soft.

    Step 3

    Let it rest for an hour.

    Step 4

    Make lemon sized balls out of the dough.

    Step 5

    Roll two balls into the small rounds (roti).

    Step 6

    Apply some butter or ghee on one round (roti).

    Step 7

    Cover with plan round.

    Step 8

    Seal the edges carefully and start rolling to form a round bread.

    Step 9

    Now make impressions with a fork.

    Step 10

    Heat a flat pan or griddle (tawa),when it gets hot add the paratha and let it cook for a minute.

    Step 11

    When it starts to get small bubbles turn around and add a small tsp of desi ghee around the paratha.

    Step 12

    When the brown spots appear take it out.

    Step 13

    Keep it in an in a covered box. Butter Paratha is ready to serve. Enjoy!
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    • Serve with yogurt or any curry.

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  • Guacamole Chicken Wraps Recipe

    Seasoned chicken, guacamole and salsa add “finger-liking” Southwest flavor and flair to these zesty wraps. Lettuce leaves line the tortillas, keeping the wraps fresh. Check it out the Guacamole Chicken Wraps recipe here.

    [one_third] Prep Time: 10 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 0 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 2 [/one_third_last]

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    • 1 package (6 ounces) ready-to-use Southwestern chicken strips
    • 2 spinach tortillas (8 inches), room temperature
    • 1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
    • 1/4 cup guacamole
    • 1/4 cup salsa
    • 2 lettuce leaves

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 2 servings

    Amount Per Serving: ( 1 serving = 1 wrap)

    • Calories: 436
    • Fat: 20 g (8 g saturated fat)
    • Cholesterol: 81 mg
    • Sodium: 1,124 mg
    • Carbohydrate: 33 g
    • Fiber: 2 g
    • Protein: 31 g

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Spread guacamole over half of each tortilla.
    Step 2

    Layer with salsa, cheese, chicken and lettuce to within 2 inch. of edges.
    Step 3

    Roll up tightly and secure with toothpick. Guacamole Chicken Wraps are ready to serve. Enjoy!!

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    • Serve warm with ranch dressing.

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  • Restaurant Style Chicken Chow Mein Recipe

    Want to imitate restaurant-style chow mein at home? Here’s the secret method

    A mild yet tasty dish: chicken with mushrooms, onions and celery in a thickened broth over crispy noodles.This is a very impressive chicken dish, the next best thing to takeaway chow mein! Do try it!!

    Chicken Chow Mein Recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:5 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 4[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy[/one_fourth_last]

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    • 1 pound cooked chicken, cut into strips
    • 2 tbsp virgin oil
    • 1 cup onion, thinly sliced
    • 2 cups celery, thinly sliced
    • 1 cup mushrooms,thinly sliced
    • 2 cups chicken stock
    • 3 tbsp soy sauce
    • 2 tbsp cornstarch
    • 1/2 cup scallions, finely chopped
    • chow mein noodles
    • salt and pepper to taste

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 4 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Heat oil in a pan; cook the onions, celery, and mushrooms in it for 3-4 minutes.

    Step 2
    Add 1 cup of chicken stock, soy sauce, chicken salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes.

    Step 3

    Mix the cornstarch with the remaining stock.

    Step 4

    Stir in the chicken mixture until thickened then add the scallions.

    Step 5

    Arrange mixture over the noodles, which have been crisped in the oven. Now Chicken Chow Mein is ready to serve. Enjoy!

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    • Serve hot.

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  • Cauliflower Manchurian Recipe

    Cauliflower Manchurian

    Cauliflower Manchurian is a popular Indo Chinese dish. This can be made for a super delicious appetizer or main dish. This Vegetarian Manchurian satisfies both your savoury and spicy cravings! It consists of fried cauliflower simmered in a flavorful gravy made with soy sauce and red chili sauce.

    Gobi Manchurian Recipe
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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:15 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings:4 [/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy[/one_fourth_last]

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    • 500 gm cauliflower, cut into florets
    • 3 tbsp plain flour
    • 2 tbsp cornflour
    • 2 tbsp rice flour
    • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
    • 1 tsp green chili paste
    • 1/2 cup warm water
    • salt to taste
    • Oil for frying

    For Manchurian Sauce:

    • 2 green onions, finely chopped
    • 1 capsicum, finely sliced
    • 3 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 tsp ginger, minced
    • 2 green chilies, finely chopped
    • 1 tsp red chili powder
    • 2 tbsp soy sauce
    • 1 tbsp chili sauce
    • 2 tsp vinegar
    • 3 tbsp tomato ketchup
    • 1/2 tsp brown sugar
    • salt to taste
    • 2 tbsp sesame oil
    • 2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 4 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Cut cauliflower into florets then soaked in salted warm water for 15 minutes and drained.

    Step 2

    Heat oil for deep frying in a heavy based pan.

    Step 3

    In a small bowl,add plain flour, cornflour, rice flour, salt, ginger-garlic paste, chili paste and water to make a thick paste.

    Step 4

    Dip the cauliflower florets into the batter such that its well coated.

    Step 5

    Place each floret that is well coated with the batter into the hot oil.

    Step 6

    Do not crowd the vessel.

    Step 7

    Reduce flame and deep fry till the floret is almost cooked.

    Step 8

    Increase the flame towards the end of the cooking process and fry the florets till it turns golden brown.

    Step 9

    Then remove from the oil and drained on paper towel and keep aside.

    Step 10

    For Manchurian Sauce: Heat oil in a large wok then add the chopped garlic and stir fry for 30 seconds.

    Step 11

    Add the green chilies and ginger and stir fry on high heat for 30 seconds.

    Step 12

    Add the white portion of spring onions and stir fry on high heat for 3-4 minutes. Constantly tossing them.

    Step 13

    Add the sliced capsicum and stir fry for another 2 minutes.

    Step 14

    Reduce the heat to medium and add the brown sugar, soya sauce, tomato ketchup, chili sauce and vinegar.

    Step 15

    Mix well and cook for 2-4 minutes.

    Step 16

    Then add 3-4 tbsp of water and cook for 2minutes.

    Step 17

    Add the fried cauliflower and mix well.

    Step 18

    Toss on high flame for 1-2 minutes.

    Step 19

    Turn off heat.

    Step 20

    Garnish with the chopped spring onion greens and coriander leaves. Cauliflower Manchurian is ready to serve.

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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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  • Recipe: Mince Samosa (Keema Ka Samosa)

    Samosa is prepared in different styles in Pakistani cuisine. They differ only in stuffing which may be of meat, chicken, vegetables or potato only. This one is keema ka samosa recipe which is a bit spicy in taste due to the addition of crushed chilies which enhances its flavor.Samosa is a stuffed pastry and a popular snack in Pakistan and India. Ramadan never complete without crispy samosas . Mince Samosa made of refined flour and minced meat. Great recipe for a snack or for iftar. Yummy. Check it out the Mince Samosa recipe here !!!

    [one_third] Prep Time: 20 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 15 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 8[/one_third_last]

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    For Mince Stuffing:

    • 250 gm minced meat
    • 1 onion, finely chopped
    • 2 clove garlic,finely chopped
    • 2 green chilies, finely chopped
    • 1-inch piece of ginger, finely chopped
    • 1 tsp red Chilli Powder
    • 1 tsp curry powder
    • 1 tbsp oil
    • salt to taste

    For Pastry

    • 1 cup flour
    • 3 tbsp ghee or butter
    • A pinch of salt
    • oil for frying

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    Step 1:

    To make Mince Stuffing:Wash and drain mince; set aside.

    Step 2

    Heat 1 tbsp oil or ghee over medium heat. Fry chopped onion for 2-3 minutes or until translucent.

    Step 3

    Add garlic and ginger in it. Cook for 2 more minutes then add minced meat, green chilies,red chili powder, curry powder and salt.

    Step 4

    Cook for few minutes then add 1/2 cup water.

    Step 5

    Reduce heat to low, Cover with a lid. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until meat is tender and dry.

    Step 6

    Leave the mince to cool completely.

    Step 7

    To make pastry: In a small bowl, add flour,ghee or butter and salt. Knead with water and make a soft dough.

    Step 8

    Make small balls from the prepared pastry.

    Step 9

    Roll them out with Pin roll, cut into halves.

    Step 10

    Make a small cone of it and put the cooked mince in it. Press the edges of samosa and set aside.

    Step 11

    Heat oil in a deep frying pan or skillet. Place samosa in hot oil and deep fry for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.

    Step 12

    Remove from the oil and drain on kitchen paper. Crispy Mince Samosa is ready to serve.

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  • Nawabi Biryani Recipe

    Nawabi Biryani

    There are some guests that really means a lot too and for such guest you always look for delicious yet royal recipes so here is one.

    Nawabi Biryani can also be referred to as Lucknowi Birynai, as it has the royal and nawabi taste and presentation of Lucknow. [highlight]Nawabi Biryani[/highlight] is a biryani that is made in royal style for royal people. Do give it an attempt.

    Nawabi Biryani Recipe
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    Check it out the  Nawabi Biryani Recipe  here!!

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 1 hour[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 4[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy[/one_fourth_last]

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    • 1 kg chicken (cut into serving pieces)
    • 2 cups basmati rice(rinse and soaked in water for 30 min)
    • 1 cup yogurt
    • 1 cup clarified butter (ghee)
    • 1/2 cup milk
    • 10 peppercorns
    • 7 cloves
    • 4 black cardamom pods
    • 4 medium onions(thinly sliced)
    • 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
    • 1 tsp red chili powder
    • 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
    • 1 tsp cumin seeds
    • 1 tsp turmeric powder
    • 1/2 tsp saffron
    • 4 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped
    • 4 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
    • 1/2 cup blanched almonds
    • salt to taste

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 4 servings

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    Step 1

    Mix ginger-garlic paste, salt and yogurt and apply to chicken pieces and leave for 1 hour to marinate.

    Step 2

    Heat 1/2 cup ghee and add cumin seeds, cloves, cardamoms, peppercorn and almonds.

    Step 3

    Add chicken, turmeric, chili powder, garam masala powder, and 1/2 cup water.

    Step 4

    Cook till chicken is tender add coriander and mint leaves,set aside.

    Step 5

    Heat 1/4 cup ghee in a wok,add rice and fry until golden brown.

    Step 6

    Add 4 cups water and cook till the rice is done but not soft.

    Step 7

    Heat remaining 1/4 cup ghee and fry onion slices till brown and crisp. Drain and keep aside.

    Step 8

    In a large pan, put a layer of rice.

    Step 9

    Top with a few fried onion slices and saffron strands then add a layer of chicken.

    Step 10

    Repeat till all rice and chicken pieces are over.

    Step 11

    Cover tightly and finish cooking by placing the pan on a hot griddle till each grain of rice is fluffy and the biryani is aromatic.

    Step 12

    Dish it out. Garnish with almonds and mint leaves. Nawabi biryani is ready to serve.
    Serve hot.

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    • Serve with salad and mint chutney.

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  • Easy Chicken Korma Recipe

    Easy Chicken Korma

    An Easy Chicken Korma Recipe for you to cook a great meal for family or friends.  This is the easiest Easy Chicken Korma recipe I have! A winner for us. Not too spicy, but lots of flavor.

    If you have ever wanted to try [highlight]Pakistani food[/highlight], this is a good one to start with. Customise it to your own preferences and enjoy!

    Easy Chicken Korma Recipe
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    Check it out the Easy Chicken Korma Recipe here!!

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:35 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings:5 [/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level:Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 1 kg chicken, cut into pieces
    • 2 medium onion, thinly sliced
    • 2 tbsp ginger – garlic paste
    • 1 cup yogurt
    • 1 cup oil/ ghee
    • 2-3 bay leaves
    • 3 cloves
    • 7 green cardamoms
    • 1 tsp red chili powder
    • 1 tsp black pepper, crushed
    • 1 tsp coriander powder
    • 1 tsp turmeric powder
    • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
    • 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
    • 1/4 cup water
    • salt to taste

    For Garnishing:

    • 2 tbsp coriander leaves
    • 2 tbsp golden brown onions
    • 1/2 cup boiled almonds, peeled and sliced

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 5 servings

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    Step 1

    Rinse chicken pieces and pat dry.

    Step 2

    Heat oil in a heavy skillet and fry onions until golden brown.

    Step 3

    Then remove from the oil and drained.

    Step 4

    Put fried onions and water in a blender and make a fine paste.

    Step 5

    Mix the onion paste with yogurt and set aside.

    Step 6

    Again heat the oil over medium heat , add cumin seeds, bay leaves, cloves, green cardamom and fry for 1 minute to bring out the aroma of the spices.

    Step 7

    Then add ginger- garlic paste and cook for 2 minutes.

    Step 8

    Now add chicken and season with salt, red chili powder, coriander and turmeric powder for 5-7 minutes.

    Step 9

    Pour yogurt- onion paste and crushed black pepper into it, stirring frequently and cook for 5 minutes.

    Step 10

    Cover the skillet and simmer on low heat for 30 minutes.

    Step 11

    Add blanched almonds and cook for few minutes.

    Step 12

    Sprinkle brown onions and fresh coriander leaves over the top. Easy Chicken Korma is ready to serve.

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    • Serve with naan bread.

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  • RECIPE: Chicken Ginger (Adraki Murgh)

    RECIPE: Chicken Ginger (Adraki Murgh)

    Chicken Ginger (Adraki Murgh)

    In olden days people used handi to cook food and now back its trend. Now a days food that cook in handi consider a tasty food. Here is ginger chicken that I made in handi(clay pot). This is a mouthwatering dish with the qualities of ginger. So don’t forget to add  Chicken Ginger Handi in your weekly menu. Serve with tandori roti or homemade roti.The warmth and fragrance of ginger (adrak) is at the heart of this classic Pakistani and Indian dish. Spicy and flavorful Adraki Murgh Recipe. Its gingerly flavor is sure to tantalize your taste buds. A must try recipe.

    Adraki Murgh Recipe
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    Check it out the Adraki Murgh Recipe here!!

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time:10 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time:30 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings: 3[/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level:Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 500 gm Boneless chicken pieces
    • 1 tbsp Dry ginger powder
    • 1 tbsp Garlic paste
    • 1 tbsp Ginger Paste
    • 4 Onions, finely chopped
    • 2 tsp Cinnamon powder
    • 1 tbsp Chili powder
    • Salt to taste
    • 1 Lemon
    • 3 tsp Coriander leaves, chopped
    • 1/2 Cup mint leaves, chopped
    • 4 tbsp Cooking oil

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 3 servings

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    Step 1

    Heat oil add onion and sauté till it turns golden brown.

    Step 2

    Add ginger garlic paste and chicken pieces.

    Step 3

    Sauté for 10 – 15 minutes.

    Step 4

    Add lemon juice, cinnamon powder, ginger powder, chili powder, salt to taste.

    Step 5

    Cook for 5 minutes.

    Step 6

    Take into a serving bowl. Garnish with fresh coriander and mint leaves. Delicious Adraki Murgh is ready to serve.

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    • Serve with roti or rice.

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  • Cocktail Sauce Recipe

    Cocktail Sauce

    A basic, four-ingredient recipe for cocktail sauce that you can customize to your tastes.Must try this Cocktail Sauce Recipe, hope you’ll like it.

    Cocktail Sauce Recipe
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    Check it out the Cocktail Sauce recipe here!!

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    [one_fourth]Prep Time: 5 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Cook Time: 0 minutes[/one_fourth] [one_fourth]Servings:4 [/one_fourth] [one_fourth_last]Difficulty Level: Easy [/one_fourth_last]

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    • 1/2 cup tomato ketchup
    • 4 tbsp Lime juice
    • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
    • Salt to taste

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 4 servings

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    Step 1

    Mix all the ingredients well.

    Step 2

    This sauce goes well with any fried dish. Cocktail Sauce is ready to serve.

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    • This sauce goes well with any fried dish.
    • Serve with any snacks.

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