Chicken changezi is made with chicken pieces marinated with a variety of powdered spices, lemon juice, salt, and optionally with red food color that adds to its visual appeal. First, the marinated chicken pieces are lightly fried and then cooked in a rich and creamy gravy comprising onions, tomatoes, curd and different aromatic spices. The […]
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Paneer handi is a traditional North Indian dish that features tender paneer cubes that have been deep-fried until they reach a golden hue and cooked in a smooth gravy that contains various spices. The dish combines fresh tomato puree with a rich paste made from golden-fried onions (beresta), creamy yogurt and cashews. The curry undergoes
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Chana dal masala is an Indian lentil preparation that uses split chickpeas to create a flavorful, rich dish. The dish uses tender chana dal that is cooked with onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic and a combination of aromatic spices which includes cumin, coriander, garam masala and Kashmiri red chili powder for mild heat and color. The
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Cabbage paratha is a very popular stuffed flatbread. The paratha is made with atta or whole wheat flour mixed with salt and ghee and is stuffed with a spicy cabbage filling. This stuffing is made with finely chopped cabbage sauteed with chopped onions and green chilies. The filling is cooked with cumin seeds, hing and
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Bhuna mutton is a popular dish of North India made with tender boneless mutton pieces. They are cooked with browned onions, and a freshly ground combination of whole spices. The finely sliced onions are first sautéed before adding the mutton which is then slow-cooked until the oil and juice separate. The ground bhuna masala consists
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Paneer lababdar typically comprises cubes of paneer that are added in the final stage of the cooking process and cooked over a medium flame in a rich gravy comprising a fine blend of paneer and cashew nuts, chopped tomatoes, and onions. Fresh cream and butter are also added to the masala gravy along with chopped
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Rava uttapam is made with a batter made from semolina, curd and salt which needs fermentation by adding a small amount of baking powder or baking soda. The addition of fresh vegetables which include finely chopped capsicum, tomatoes, onion, ginger and chilies provides both texture and taste to the dish. The healthy and filling Uttapams
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Anda vada is made with finely chopped boiled eggs mixed with finely chopped capsicum, onions, ginger, and garlic along with spices and herbs. Corn flour and breadcrumbs are used for binding as well. The mixture is then shaped into small tikkis, which are fried to perfection until crispy and golden-brown. Go through my easy recipe
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Prawn pulao is made with fresh prawns and basmati rice. The process of making prawn pulao begins with the preparation of fresh prawns and basmati rice along with whole and ground spices. The dish receives its flavor enhancement from the combination of cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, and cumin, along with the addition of yogurt and fresh
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Mutton angara consists of tender mutton marinated with yogurt and various spices and cooked to form a thick curry that has a distinct charcoal smoke flavor. The mutton undergoes a marination process which uses ginger and garlic paste along with green chilies, yogurt and a few powdered spices before it undergoes smoking and refrigeration. The
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Rose sharbat is usually made with rose syrup and cold water. Adding a hint of lemon gives it a subtle tangy taste, and a couple of ice cubes enhances the cooling effect and refreshing feeling. Sometimes, soaked sabja seeds are also added to the drink for texture. Read my simple recipe to learn the steps
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Kacha gola is made from freshly prepared chhena formed by adding a mixture of vinegar and water in the same proportion to boiling milk. The chhena is kneaded nicely and mixed with sugar and cooked lightly with condensed milk until it becomes a thick and smooth mixture. Smooth chhena balls are then made and coated
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Mutton nalli soup is made with mutton bones (nalli) which are slow-cooked with a few powdered spices, onions, tomatoes, garlic and herbs. Usually cooked in sesame oil, it adds to the flavor, taste and the health factor of the soup. Continue reading my recipe to learn the steps to make mutton nalli soup at home.
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Sesame fish is made with whole Tilapia fish which is first rubbed nicely with salt, inside out. The sesame infused batter made with rice flour, corn flour, wheat flour, and baking powder makes the exterior crispy adding to the satisfying taste. It is then deep-fried in hot oil until perfectly cooked. Read on my recipe
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Paneer tawa fry uses fresh paneer cubes which are marinated using basic ingredients that include salt, turmeric, black pepper and red chili powder. Mustard oil is used to fry the marinated paneer cubes until they reach a perfect state of crispy fried goodness. Read my recipe to learn the easy steps to make paneer tawa
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Oats cutlet is usually made with rolled oats which are mixed with curd and kept aside for proper infusion. Then fresh vegetables like carrots, beans, capsicum, spinach, and paneer are mixed along with onion, ginger, garlic and a lot of powdered and whole spices. The tikkis are then shallow-fried to perfection until golden brown and
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Mutton chukka is a dry mutton dish. It is made with soft and small pieces of mutton cooked in a gravy comprising ginger, garlic, onions, a few spices and curry leaves. The mutton is first half cooked with ginger garlic paste and a few powdered spices and then cooked finally in the gravy which includes
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Fish bhuna consists of marinated Rohu or Katla fish pieces which are prepared with a thick rich sauce. The gravy contains onions and tomatoes together with aromatic powdered spices. The fish pieces are first marinated with turmeric, coriander powder and red chili powder before they undergo frying. The fish pieces are then added to the
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Chicken strips are made with thin and tender boneless chicken pieces. The cooking process begins with the preparation of chicken strips, which requires the use of boneless chicken meat that has been cut into thin pieces. The pieces undergo a two-step process which begins with the application of a spicy marinade before they receive a
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Veg handi is made with a variety of boiled vegetables like potatoes, cauliflower, carrots, and paneer. These are mixed with different aromatic whole spices. A mildly spicy gravy is made with schezwan chutney, ginger-garlic paste and a lot of other spices and the boiled vegetables are slowly cooked in a sealed handi. The dish gets
Kolhapuri chicken is made by cooking preboiled chicken pieces in a spicy and thick gravy. The chicken pieces are parboiled in water with only salt and turmeric and put into the masala gravy, which consists of freshly made Kolhapuri masala as well as garlic, onion, and tomato with some powdered spices. The Kolhapuri masala is
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Anda ghotala is a popular and flavorful Indian egg dish that combines soft, spiced egg bhurji with a perfectly cooked sunny-side-up egg and aromatic green garlic butter. The dish uses boiled and grated eggs which are cooked with onions, green chilies, and tomatoes while the mixture of spices, including turmeric, red chili powder, and garam
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Rava fish fry comprises double-coated Indian Mackerel fish, shallow fried to a perfect golden and crispy exterior. First it is marinated with salt, lemon juice and turmeric. After that marinating with the paste of red chili, cumin, coriander, ginger, garlic, garam masala, kokum water is a must. Lastly, the fish is covered with a mixture
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Paneer fry features soft paneer cubes which are cooked with roasted spices and vegetables to create a delicious and spicy flavor. The dish uses paneer fried in ghee and butter before adding capsicum, onions, and tomatoes. A special masala is made using whole spices including cumin seeds, fennel seeds, and peppercorns. My simple recipe provides
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Mutton boti fry is made with tender boneless mutton pieces which undergo yogurt-based marination with aromatic spices and herbal ingredients. The marinade contains ginger garlic paste and Kashmiri red chili powder together with traditional spice powders which create a dark hue and powerful flavor. The marinated mutton is cooked in a pressure cooker until it
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Masala vada is a traditional South Indian snack that is prepared by deep frying tikkis made from a dough consisting of chana dal, fresh herbs, and aromatic spices. The dish uses coarsely ground lentils, which are combined with ginger, green chilies, onions, curry leaves, and coriander leaves to create small patties, which are then deep-fried
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Egg Manchurian features egg balls that have been deep-fried until crispy and then cooked in a spicy sauce. The process begins with boiling eggs which are then cut into small pieces that get combined with gram flour, chilies and powdered spices to create balls which get deep-fried until they turn golden and crispy. The recipe
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Chicken tandoori wings are made with fresh chicken wings coated with a special spice and yogurt-based marinade. The marinade consists of red chili powder, tandoori masala, garam masala, ginger-garlic paste and soy sauce as its components to create a strong and spicy flavor profile. The wings undergo marination to improve their taste before shallow frying
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Cheese soup combines melted cheese with fresh vegetables like spring onions and carrots, cooked in butter and flour with chicken stock. White pepper powder and Worcestershire sauce are added for additional taste. The easy recipe presents all the necessary steps that you need to follow in order to create cheese soup at home. KEY TAKEAWAYS
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Tilkut is a traditional Indian sweet made with roasted sesame seeds (til), jaggery, and a hint of ghee, often enjoyed during winter and festive occasions like Makar Sankranti. It is prepared by roasting sesame seeds to release their nutty aroma, grinding them coarsely with peanuts, and then mixing them into a thick jaggery syrup (chashni).
