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Coconut Chana Dal Chutney

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Be it a wholesome crispy dosa or a little white fluffy idli, none of them are complete without the coconut chutney; here is a new version of the Coconut Chutney with Roasted Chana Dal recipe. This South-Indian chutney recipe will have you licking your fingers clean even after wiping every bit of it from your plate. With a gritty twist of chana dal, this coconut chutney will break the monotony and will enhance the flavor and aroma of your regular coconut chutney. This is the easiest chutney that I make regularly. I love it more than the regular Coconut Chutney we make with Idli or Dosa. You can enjoy this chutney with pakoras or parathas too. Coconut Chana Dal Chutney Ingredients Half cup fresh grated coconut Half cup roasted chana dal (Dalya) 4-5 green chilies Salt to taste Handful of coriander leaves Recipe Take all the ingredients in a grinding jar. Add little water to it, season with salt and ground it to a smooth paste. Thickness of chutney depends...

Stuffed Gobhi Paratha

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Gobhi Paratha is another popular paratha from Punjab along with Aaloo Paratha, Paneer Paratha, Onion Paratha etc. Gobhi Paratha is often made for breakfast at Punjabi Homes as well as served at Punjabi Dhabas. This Gobhi or Cauliflower grows in Punjab. This vegetable is enjoyed by people of all ages and is specially at most celebrations and gatherings. For this recipe Gobhi Paratha, it is combined with onion, a bit or ginger and garlic and some common spices and is used as a stuffing for parathas. Serve these hot golden brown paratha with Curd, Raita or Pickle of your choice and enjoy. You actually don't need to be the cooking expert for making these parathas. This dish is one of the best options when you crave to eat something different and which is not too tedious to make. This can be eaten up as breakfast dish or also you can serve them for lunch or dinners as a one meal dish. Stuffed Gobhi Paratha Ingredients Stuffing :- 250 grams cauliflower florets 1 medium o...

Spinach Cabbage Rice

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Spinach Cabbage Rice is a quick fix meal with few basic ingredients that we find in our kitchen. Interestingly this combination of Spinach and Cabbage is really good and a great way for kids to eat some greens and protein all in one meal. We can say that this Spinach Cabbage Rice has a fabulous Asian inspired flavor. A quite different recipe that a regular style of rice dishes that we usually make at home. Earlier I ahem shared Spinach Rice but adding a twist of Cabbage that is Asian flavor to the common Spinach Rice gives and amazingly yummy taste and flavor with the benefits of health makes it really great in taste. Once you serve this rice to your guest I am 100% sure they are going to love it and it will be one of the most famous dishes that you make at home. Kids will love it too. You can carry this with you in your lunch box. A one pot meal that can b made simply anytime. Spinach Cabbage Rice Ingredients 3 cups cooked rice 1 cup spinach puree 1 cup cabbage choppe...

Matar Paneer

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Matar Paneer is a very delicious combination of soft paneer and healthy green peas in a mild spicy tomato gravy, is a tasty treat to taste buds anytime. This simple Matar Paneer recipe makes irresistibly tasty curry that can be served with Roti, Naan, Paratha or with Steamed Rice. It is an ultimate vegetarian dish regularly enjoyed by vegetarian Indian food lovers. Because everyone needs an easy paneer recipe to make in their kitchen and this one right here is everything that a good paneer curry should be - creamy, comforting and luscious. Indian for doesn't have to be difficult and this Matar Paneer dish proves that very well. Matar Paneer Ingredients 250 gms paneer 1 cup green peas 2 tomatoes 1 tsp red chili powder 1 tsp garam masala Half tsp sugar 2 green chilies 2 pinches of black pepper powder 1/4th tsp turmeric powder 10-12 cashews Salt as per taste Half tsp kasuri methi 2 tsp butter 1 bay leaf 1 cup water Recipe Chop paneer into cubes or th...

Kadhi

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Maharashtrian Kadhi in a creamy yogurt curry simmered with besan mixture. There are so many varieties of this simple dish. People across India cook this dish in different ways. For Example : Gujarati Kadhi version, Punjabi Kadhi, Rajasthani Kadhi, etc. Maharashtrian Kadhi is quite different from the North Indian Kadhi. It is slightly sweeter and is onion and garlic free. You can enjoy this kadhi with steamed rice or enjoy it as soup as well. In Maharashtra this is served with Puran Poli, Vada and Bhaje or with Spicy Masala Bhat. I personally love to dip Vadas in it and  have it. You can enjoy making this Kadhi at your home and enjoy it with simply Steamed Rice, Roti, or as a Soup. The taste of this Kadhi will surely tickle up your taste buds and will add an amazing curdy and gingery flavor to your meals. Kadhi Ingredients 4 tsp gram flour (Besan) 1 cup dahi (Yogurt) 2-3 cups water 1 tsp ghee or oil 8-10 curry leaves 2-3 green chilies finely chopped Half tsp mus...

Kolhapuri Bhadang

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Bhadang is a type of Murmura or Kurmura. Kolhapuri Bhadang is a spicy chivda made from puffed rice and is my all time favorite snack. We can also call Puffed Rice as Murmura, Kurmura or Churmure. This Kolhapuri Bhadang is usually quite spicy. An authentic Maharashtrian recipe for you all. You can call this dish as a Diet Recipe too as it has only 1 tsp oil and that it. So people who look out for less oily recipes can definitely give this dish a try. This is kids favorite too. You can enjoy this at the evening times while having a cup of tea or for light breakfast. You can give this to your kids in their lunch box too. A very quick and one of the easiest recipes to make and enjoy. You can also make Bhel using this Bhadang or simply toss it with onions, tomatoes, coriander leaves and squeeze some lemon over it and enjoy tangy Kolhapauri Bhadang. Kolhapuri Bhadang Ingredients 2 cups bhadang murmura 1 tsp oil 1 tsp red chili powder Half tsp turmeric powder Half cup peanu...

Masala Bhat

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Masala Bhat or Masale Bhat is a spiced rice and veggie one pot meal. This is one of my favorite rice dishes. It is a Maharashtrian rice dish cooked with assorted vegetables and can be served as it is or with any pickle of your choice or Maharashtrian style Kadhi. I personally love to enjoy this rice with Kadhi. Masala Bhat is a popular Marathi cuisine with the mixture of spices. You can carry this in your lunch box as well. It can be considered as complete meal without any side dish to it. However these days it is often served as a rice dish in a thali or in a proper full course meal with other curries and rotis. So my dear Foodies go ahead and prepare this Masala Bhat and enjoy with your family and friends. Masala Bhat Ingredients 2 cups rice 1 potato 1 carrot Cauliflower florets Half cup peas 1 Onion Half cup peanuts 1 tsp red chili powder Half tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp goda masala Half tsp cumin powder Half tsp coriander powder 1 bay leaf 2-3 cardamoms 2 ...

Crunchy Wrap

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Dear Foodies again a very tempting Mexican Dish for you all. CRUNCHY WRAP!!!! I first had this dish at Taco Bell outlet in Mall's Food Court and I loved it. So after trying various Mexican dishes like Salsa, Tacos, Burritos etc. then I tried making this Crunchy Wrap at home and it turned out amazing. So today I am sharing this very tempting dish with you all. Do give this dish a try and you all will love this dish a lot. Kids will love this too. Authentic Mexican taste will surely take you to Mexico and the heavenly taste will make your tongue and tummy very very happy :) Crunchy Wrap Ingredients 4 tortillas 1 cup refried bean stuffing 1 cup chopped lettuce 1 onion finely chopped 1 cup grated cheese 1 cup salsa 1 cup sour cream Recipe Place tortilla in a plate and apply refried bean stuffing at the center of tortilla. Apply a spoon full of sour cream over it. Spread salsa over it. Garnish with chopped lettuce, finely chopped onion and grated ch...

Garlic Potato Burrito

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We all know and love Burrito. Burrito is a very tasty and tempting dish from Mexico. Burrito is a Tortilla wrap with crunchy veggies or refried beans stuffed in it. Earlier I have shared an authentic Mexican Burrito with you all. So today I am sharing a bit different Burrito recipe with you all. This burrito recipe is actually invented by my husband that he tried making from scratch. Later he told me to make this style of burrito and I found it amazingly tasty so thought of sharing with you all my foodie buddies. So todays recipe is Garlic Potato Burrito.  A no mess and very easy to make recipe, that can be enjoyed at anytime, can be carried in lunch box and is less spicy so even kids will love it and enjoy. Serve this style burrito to your guests when you host a party and tighten up you collar in front of them. This is going to be very popular within your friend circle soon and you will asked more often to make it. Garlic Potato Burrito Ingredients 4 tortillas 3...

Mushroom Tikka Masala

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Mushroom Tikka Masala is a robust North Indian curry with grilled or sautéed marinated mushrooms. These yummy sautéed mushrooms are dunked in a cream tomato onion based gravy flavored with exotic spices. This dish tastes divine with any Indian flat bread like Rotis, Naan, Paratha or even with just a bowl of hot Steamed Rice. People who love mushrooms, this dish is one of the best options for them. Mushroom Tikka Masala Ingredients For Mushroom Marinade:- 200 grams button mushrooms 5 tsp thick curd 1/4th tsp turmeric powder Half tsp garam masala Half tsp red chili powder Half tsp chaat masala 1 tsp ginger garlic paste Half tsp carom seeds Half tsp besan Salt to taste For Mushroom Tikka Masala Gravy:- 2 tomatoes 1 large onion 5-6 cashews 1 tsp ginger garlic paste 2 green chilies 1 tsp red chili powder Half tsp turmeric powder Half tsp cumin powder 1 tsp garam masala 1 tsp fenugreek leaves Salt as per taste 4 tsp oil 1 cup water Recipe ...