tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74411076245344741382024-03-07T13:52:49.836+05:30Yours TastefullyBinithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-65045464070519097982012-03-11T16:14:00.000+05:302012-03-11T16:14:00.584+05:30Nutritious stuffed Idlis with Coconut chutney…also, added with a good news to share<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I realized I haven’t posted vegetarian recipes in a long long time. I’m not a big fan of Idlis… what do you do when this is your staple diet all along <i><span style="color: #b45f06;">(almost every day when I was in school)</span></i>. Needless to say, I was in no mood to make Idlis again for dinner…It struck me that complaining can only lead to disgust...why not experiment…but, can Idlis get interesting…? Read on… <br />
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A small flash of the bulb and I said to myself…<b><span style="color: #b45f06;">"Stuffed Idlis”</span></b>…nice thought but before I go on…I strongly recommend that you must try it once. Enjoy them even without chutney <span style="color: #b45f06;"><i>(the culprit that oozes calories)</i></span>. Colourful and healthy, and mark this – sure to make a very good meal for your kid’s lunch box. </span><br />
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Hey, one small pause here - let me first share the good news with you…Sometime in January I saw a ‘Kitchen Queen’ contest by Scotch-Brite on my Facebook wall. I sent them one of my original recipes <span style="color: #b45f06;"><i>(<a href="http://yourstastefully.blogspot.in/search?q=gudbud+gotala">Gudbud Gotala</a>)</i></span>. In February, I got a call from Scotch-Brite informing my qualification to the next round and if I’d be interested to take part. I was overjoyed and when I reached the hall <i><span style="color: #b45f06;">(at Hotel Royal Orchid)</span></i>. It was exciting to know that out of 7000 entries <i><span style="color: #b45f06;">(in Bangalore)</span></i>, lo behold…I was one among the top 50!! There was this soothing sense of pride <i><span style="color: #b45f06;">(I couldn’t stop smiling!)</span></i>. Then there were 3 written tests<i><span style="color: #b45f06;"> (first – cooking quiz, second – taste a mini samosa and write the ingredients and third was a Scotch-Brite quiz)</span></i>. Sadly, I didn’t make it after the written tests. I am glad I tried and didn’t sulk over my poor chances <i><span style="color: #b45f06;">(without trying)</span></i>. This whole experience has lingered…and now, I am very sure I will participate in contests and quizzes such as this one…there’s so much to learn, get inspired and motivated…and importantly, take them as ego boosters. So, here’s a request to all of you…if you come across such announcements <i><span style="color: #b45f06;">(in Bangalore)</span></i>…please let me know. </span><br />
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Now, the slurrrrpy, pretty and nutritious stuffed Idlis <br />
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1 large capsicum <i><span style="color: #b45f06;">(cut into small cubes) </span></i><br />
1 large carrot <i><span style="color: #b45f06;">(grated) </span></i><br />
1 large potato <i><span style="color: #b45f06;">(finely cut and par boiled) </span></i><br />
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1tsp jeera seeds <br />
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½ tsp coriander powder <br />
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Temper the chutney with 1tsp sunflower oil, 1/2tsp mustard seeds and a few curry leaves <i><span style="color: #b45f06;">(love the aroma!) </span></i></span><br />
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</span> </div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com26Banasawadi, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India13.0176621 77.64502149999998413.0075576 77.633143999999987 13.027766600000001 77.656898999999981tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-39477133699803086102012-02-26T19:05:00.000+05:302012-02-26T19:05:07.127+05:30Patra ni Macchi - a Parsi Delicacy<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">“Long time…no see”<i><span style="color: #6aa84f;">(should I be saying that or just to feel good)</span></i>… "I am hoping all of you missed me” :). Here’s an interesting shot at <span style="color: #6aa84f;">“Part 2”</span> or the<b> </b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">“Return of Yourstastefully”</span>.</span><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I am sure you guys will like it…we, at home can’t stop feeling proud of this simple…yet a scintillating dish that I am now sharing. </span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ykCh6Y6G2Sg/T0S6EQixu5I/AAAAAAAAAZ4/rTzawiz41jU/s640/1329902326615_216124.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ykCh6Y6G2Sg/T0S6EQixu5I/AAAAAAAAAZ4/rTzawiz41jU/s400/1329902326615_216124.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
<b><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><i>Patra ni Macchi</i></span></b>, a Parsi signature dish is the dish for the day…Literally translates to<i><span style="color: #6aa84f;"> "fish wrapped in a leaf"</span></i>. It’s fish covered in green chutney, wrapped in banana leaves and steamed to perfection <i><span style="color: #6aa84f;">(can be baked too)</span></i>. Simple, healthy<i><span style="color: #6aa84f;"> (excellent when you are on diet)</span></i> and perfect for fish lovers. It's succulent and full of flavour.<br />
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<b>Preparation time:</b> 20 minutes <br />
<b>Cooking time:</b> 30 minutes <br />
<b>Serves: </b>2-3 <br />
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</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">5 slices of white pomfret </span><i style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;">(you can use salmon or seer)</span></i></div><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> 1 large banana leaf washed thoroughly, central spine removed and then cut into 6 pieces <br />
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3 green chillies<br />
8 garlic pods<br />
1 cup fresh coriander leaves <br />
a few sprigs of mint leaves <i><span style="color: #6aa84f;">(if you like the flavour)</span></i><br />
juice of half a lemon<br />
1 tsp cumin seeds <br />
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Make small gashes on the fish for the chutney to seep in well. Keep aside for 10minutes </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_PJR1sKulFo/T0S6S9OZ6OI/AAAAAAAAAaU/9OfLi8VDp5c/s640/1329902735149_216124.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_PJR1sKulFo/T0S6S9OZ6OI/AAAAAAAAAaU/9OfLi8VDp5c/s320/1329902735149_216124.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Grind the ingredients for the chutney into a coarse paste <i><span style="color: #6aa84f;">(lick your fingers…. you know it’s going to be yummm!) </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ZNUOtmj-3lo/T0S6PWTraGI/AAAAAAAAAaM/xQHioTgQfeY/s640/1329902688193_216124.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ZNUOtmj-3lo/T0S6PWTraGI/AAAAAAAAAaM/xQHioTgQfeY/s320/1329902688193_216124.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Rub the chutney generously all over the fish <i><span style="color: #6aa84f;">(keep some chutney aside) </span></i><br />
Let it marinate in the fridge (not the freezer) for at least 3 hours </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zZ3Qgxa5EdU/T0S6Q_F9gRI/AAAAAAAAAaQ/5wZK0IOvBU8/s912/1329902644281_216124.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="178" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zZ3Qgxa5EdU/T0S6Q_F9gRI/AAAAAAAAAaQ/5wZK0IOvBU8/s320/1329902644281_216124.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Pat dry the banana leaf pieces and smear lightly with oil on the smooth side. Place one piece of fish in the center of each piece of leaf, add more chutney<i><span style="color: #6aa84f;"> (remember you kept some aside) </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zcEWBs96xFA/T0S6NvfpKfI/AAAAAAAAAaI/o9i-Fsd5CNQ/s800/1329902554745_216124.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="199" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zcEWBs96xFA/T0S6NvfpKfI/AAAAAAAAAaI/o9i-Fsd5CNQ/s320/1329902554745_216124.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><i><br />
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Repeat the same process for each of the fish slices </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QB-Pyn6qcv8/T0S6JSCFVaI/AAAAAAAAAaA/0Hdx3MpF71U/s640/1329902433937_216124.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QB-Pyn6qcv8/T0S6JSCFVaI/AAAAAAAAAaA/0Hdx3MpF71U/s320/1329902433937_216124.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">When you are ready to eat, arrange the fish parcels on a steamer and steam it for 25 -30 minutes </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-flzC2j-Ej8M/T0S6GJmAZCI/AAAAAAAAAZ8/JOsxPeFpkjU/s640/1329902362933_216124.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-flzC2j-Ej8M/T0S6GJmAZCI/AAAAAAAAAZ8/JOsxPeFpkjU/s320/1329902362933_216124.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
You know the fish is done when the banana leaves have changed colour </span></div><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
Place each piece in the center of a plate and serve hot<span style="color: #6aa84f;"><i> (the experience of unwrapping the parcel itself is lovely and it tastes divine too!)</i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-UX5H10EiLQs/T0S6Chp5p-I/AAAAAAAAAZ0/EJgQNhYAHyU/s640/1329902186284_216124.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-UX5H10EiLQs/T0S6Chp5p-I/AAAAAAAAAZ0/EJgQNhYAHyU/s400/1329902186284_216124.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><i></i></span><br />
Dig in with a mixed vegetable salad or steamed rice…Enjoi your guilt free fish!<br />
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Today, I’m posting a recipe that I made quite some time back, in fact a few months back <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">[absolutely!, shamless me:( ]</span></i> It’s another delicacy from Kerala called <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">“Mathi Puli”</span></b>. Literally, Mathi is <b>'Sardines'</b> and Puli is<b> 'Sour'</b>. This one is sour gravy made with sardines and spices and lots of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gambooge">kodam puli</a><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;"> (it’s a souring agent used in Kerala’s fish curries and other seafood preparations) </span></i><br />
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2 tbsp red chilli powder</span><br />
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6 pods of garlic, julienned<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> Add dhania and chilli powder and stir <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(do not allow it to burn) </span></i></span><br />
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Add the kodampuli along with the water and let it boil. Add water as required<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;"> (it’s a thin gravy) </span></i></span><br />
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Transfer contents to a flat manchatti <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(earthern pot)</span></i> and add the fish pieces.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> Simmer the gravy for a few minutes till the fish pieces turn soft and the oil separates <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(Keep a watch as fish cooks in no time!) </span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">And it's ready to serve!!</span><br />
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Mathi Puli tastes better if prepared at least 4 hours before serving and the best, the second day. <br />
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Enjoy <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">‘mathi puli’</span></b> with steaming hot rice and fried pappads....<br />
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<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: x-large;"><b>Yours Tastefully!!</b></span></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com16Banasawadi, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India13.0176621 77.64502149999998413.0075576 77.633143999999987 13.027766600000001 77.656898999999981tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-63126217923518170942011-08-09T10:59:00.000+05:302011-08-09T10:59:37.980+05:30Pineapple Upside Down Cake<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>August 6th</b>… the most memorable date … the most significant, the most important and the most cherished date ‘cos it happens to my dad’s birthday. And I dedicate this post to my father, <b><i>“the world’s best dad.”</i></b> He is one in a million<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;"><i> (and I can’t count beyond million:) )</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">.</span> Every time I want to write about my dad, I run short of words. He’s my one and only super hero and will always be... There’s so much in life that I have learnt from my dad. He’s simple yet strong with his beliefs, modest yet the most sophisticated with his values, abundant with love…equal with care, tough and practical…yet extremely brittle with emotions. If there was a pedestal for perfection…I guess, he would have defied that too …I am sure all daughters have a special place and space for their fathers. In the words of Joanna Fuchs, here’s an ode to my father that truly expresses my feelings. <br />
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<i><b>Every day the whole year through, I feel grateful you are my father. <br />
Some fathers don't have time for their kids, But for you I'm never a bother. <br />
You always make the effort to listen and share; You're always there when you're needed <br />
It warms me to know how much you care, And with that knowledge my worries are defeated <br />
Dad, you are truly admired and adored, And as your daughter, I hope that you know, <br />
These sentiments fill me each day of the year, And my love for you continues to grow. </b></i><br />
<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">I love you Accha !! </span></b><br />
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<b>Preparation time:</b> 20 minutes </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> <b>Cooking time :</b> 35-45 minutes <br />
<b>Serves: </b>9-10 <br />
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<b>You need: </b><br />
6-7 pineapple rings<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;"> (I used tinned but you can use fresh ones too)</span></i> <br />
6 -7 cherries <br />
2-3 tsp brown sugar <br />
2 cups maida <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">(plain flour) </span></i><br />
1 ¾ cups powdered sugar <br />
1 tsp baking powder <br />
100gms cooking butter <br />
1 tsp vanilla essence <br />
1 tsp pineapple essence <br />
a pinch of yellow food colour <br />
4 eggs <br />
a pinch of salt <br />
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<b>Step-by-step: </b><br />
Sieve maida and baking powder </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Arrange the pineapple pieces <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">(do not throw away the syrup from the tin) </span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Beat the eggs, butter and powdered sugar till fluffy <br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Insert a toothpick or a knife to check if your cake is done <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">(it has to come out clean) </span></i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Keep the cake in the oven <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">(after you have switched off)</span></i> for 10 minutes <br />
Allow the cake to cool for another 15 minutes </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Now, turn the tin on to a plate…Voila! The pretty cake is smiling back at you:)</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Gently put the cake back into the tin <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">(be careful not to smash the sides) </span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Pour the syrup evenly on the back of the cake </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Allow the syrup to sink into the cake<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;"> (the last wait, I promise) </span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Another 30 minutes… over turn the cake again and light the candle… </span><br />
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Do not allow Pineapple upside-down cake to cool completely before removing from the tin. The caramelized sugar hardens and results in the cake sticking to the tin . <br />
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Try it and check how it manages to put a smile on someone you love…! <br />
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">Here’s wishing the superman, my dad again for the splendid day gone by and many more to come…!! </span></b><br />
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<i><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">Yours Tastefully</span></b></i></span></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com29Banasawadi, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India13.0176621 77.64502149999998413.0075576 77.633143999999987 13.027766600000001 77.656898999999981tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-4784340169551805492011-08-04T12:24:00.008+05:302011-08-04T14:31:13.709+05:30Chicken Korma<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><i>Chicken Korma, </i></b>a treasure from the Mughlai cuisine ...and a celebration for <b>100</b> followers on my blog. A big <b>THANK YOU</b> one and all f</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">or the love and on-going support...it wouldn't have been possible without you...</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">This popular dish of North India is mild, rich and bursting with flavours. Made with meat or vegetables, yoghurt, spices and a creamy paste of nuts <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">(almond and cashew nut)</span></i>. It’s not a very spicy dish. In South India it’s called<i><b> “Kurma"</b></i> and is made differently. There are many ways of making this dish. Try this Chicken Korma Recipe when you are bored with standard chicken recipes <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;"><i>(‘cos this looks and tastes different). </i></span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">My apologies for the bad picture quality. Just as I started clicking photos, my camera decided to act stubborn :( …</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">(but you must try it...it was one pretty reddish curry and it was yummmm!) </span></i></span><br />
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<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> <b>Cooking Time : </b>30 minutes <br />
<b>Serves :</b> 3 <br />
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<b>You need: </b><br />
300 gms chicken breasts <br />
1’’ fresh ginger <br />
8 garlic pods <br />
2tsp garam masala powder <br />
1tsp kashmiri chilli powder </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">(remember it’s not a spicy dish)</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 tsp shahi jeera <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">(black cumin seeds) </span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">3 green cardamoms</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> 2 mace flowers<br />
1tsp coriander powder <br />
8 almonds <br />
8 cashews <br />
5tbsp thick curd <br />
2 medium onions<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;"> (chopped fine) </span></i><br />
3tsp sunflower oil <br />
salt as required <br />
water as required <br />
few coriander leaves <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">(chopped fine) </span></i><br />
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<b>Step-by-step:</b></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zag_zbOtqfw/Tjo4-3XNfoI/AAAAAAAAAWI/dorikNcZBqs/s640/IMG_4928.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zag_zbOtqfw/Tjo4-3XNfoI/AAAAAAAAAWI/dorikNcZBqs/s320/IMG_4928.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Wash and cube the chicken breasts. Rub a little salt and chilli powder. Keep aside for 10 minutes </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Add the chicken pieces to the pan <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;"><i>(without reducing the heat)</i></span>, stir fry for 5-7 minutes<i> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">(on each side) </span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> Add the rest of the masala and give it a toss </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">(now shift to low flame)</span></i><br />
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</div><div></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com10Banasawadi, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India13.0176621 77.64502149999998413.0075576 77.633143999999987 13.027766600000001 77.656898999999981tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-28211496763886906482011-07-19T11:43:00.000+05:302011-07-19T11:43:35.613+05:30Pork Vindaloo<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Let me dedicate this post to a favourite destination, from the west coast of India, known for its oldest churches, unique architecture, scenic beauty, attractive beaches and not to forget, its unique cuisine. <b>“Goa”</b> it is, I am sure you are already thinking of your last holiday:) . You would have heard of this dish before and tasted also, but Ladies and Gentlemen, allow me to present a very distinctive dish, <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #783f04;"><i>“Pork Vindaloo”</i></span>. Enough of the drama… on a slightly formal note :), Vindaloo derives its name from the Portuguese dish <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #783f04;">"Carne de Vinha d' Alhos"</span></i>, a dish of meat, usually pork or rabbit with wine or vinegar and garlic. It is traditionally served for Christmas or Easter.<br />
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<b>Preparation Time:</b> 10-15 minutes <br />
<b>Cooking time:</b> 40-45 minutes <br />
<b>Serves:</b> 3-4 <br />
</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>You need: </b></span><div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-sCAsdUhdvLE/TiRnc5rVtcI/AAAAAAAAAVI/aSysJ1mp2-0/s576/IMG_4903.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="281" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-sCAsdUhdvLE/TiRnc5rVtcI/AAAAAAAAAVI/aSysJ1mp2-0/s320/IMG_4903.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">½ kg pork </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0wJUyeGCDKg/TiRnasT2OnI/AAAAAAAAAVE/eQNgkYFejy0/s800/IMG_4901.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="187" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0wJUyeGCDKg/TiRnasT2OnI/AAAAAAAAAVE/eQNgkYFejy0/s320/IMG_4901.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">2 medium size onions </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">8-9 dried red chillies<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #783f04;">(kashmiri) </span></i><br />
1tsp red chilli powder <br />
1” piece of ginger <br />
10 cloves of garlic <br />
10 peppercorns <br />
9 cloves <br />
1” piece of cinnamon <br />
2-3 pieces of mace <br />
3 tsp of vinegar <br />
salt to taste <br />
2tsp oil <br />
</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Step-by-step: </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8R1lSizaMRc/TiRne_qQqLI/AAAAAAAAAVM/A6G3KzfSvgY/s640/IMG_4905.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8R1lSizaMRc/TiRne_qQqLI/AAAAAAAAAVM/A6G3KzfSvgY/s320/IMG_4905.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">One evening, buy pork meat, </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #783f04;">(with less fat)</span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> wash the pork pieces well and chop them up into cubes. Pat dry. Now rub some salt, this should help dry the pieces even more</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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Once the masala is ready, add it to the pork pieces and mix it up well <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #783f04;">(make sure all the pieces of meat are evenly mixed with the masala)</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dXa6GoMxmVY/TiRnmTibgzI/AAAAAAAAAVY/nWZF6S6n8K4/s640/IMG_4909.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dXa6GoMxmVY/TiRnmTibgzI/AAAAAAAAAVY/nWZF6S6n8K4/s320/IMG_4909.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #783f04;"></span></i><br />
Add 1 tsp of vinegar to the meat, mix it up and store it overnight in the fridge</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #783f04;"> (the more time it’s marinated, the better it’ll taste…slurp!) </span></i><br />
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</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Fry for two minutes. Add some water while frying and let it cook on slow fire </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #783f04;">(cover and cook for around 30minutes)</span></i>… </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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Soak in all the attention…you deserve it :-) <br />
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<b>Note: The longer you store it the better it tastes...yes, in the refrigerator of course :) </b><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;"><b><i>Yours Tastefully!</i></b></span><br />
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Sadly, it’s been some time since I cooked an interesting dish<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #351c75;"><i> (I did try one last week but I can only curse myself for having forgotten to take pictures)</i></span>. To add some solace, here’s a recipe post of a slurrppy dish which I made some weeks ago and fortunately, managed to retain relevant images. <br />
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The inspiration is a recipe that I came across while flipping through channels one afternoon. </span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SuYnGr5apDg/ThwM7cNV8yI/AAAAAAAAAUY/n6NRcirOK44/s640/Sphagetti%252520and%252520curry%252520021.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SuYnGr5apDg/ThwM7cNV8yI/AAAAAAAAAUY/n6NRcirOK44/s400/Sphagetti%252520and%252520curry%252520021.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">It’s an Italian traditional pasta dish <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #351c75;"><i>(I’m sure you got that!)</i></span> and is called <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #351c75;">"Spaghetti Aglio Olio"</span></b> which literally means spaghetti with garlic and olive oil and pronounced as <i>“Spaghetti Ahl-yo Ohl-yo”</i> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #351c75;">(sounds interesting but complicated? It’s the simplest pasta I’ve come across so far!!) </span></i></span><br />
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I love Italian food and this dish comes to my rescue when I haven’t done my grocery shopping<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #351c75;"><i> (or if you are lazy to cook too!)</i></span> Let’s gather stuff for the recipe…off to your store… <br />
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<b>Preparation Time</b>: 5minutes <br />
<b>Cooking Time:</b> 15minutes <br />
<b>Serves:</b> 4 <br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> 5 tablespoons of olive oil<br />
8 garlic cloves <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #351c75;">(peeled and smashed a little with the side of the knife) </span></i><br />
1 tbsp red chilli flakes<br />
parsley <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #351c75;">(chopped fine) </span></i><br />
salt to taste <br />
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It’s done…didn’t I tell you it’s very simple…and yummy too! <br />
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<div><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: x-large;"><b><i>Yours tastefully!</i></b></span></div></div></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com15Banaswadi Main Rd, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India13.0015642 77.6303846000000712.9978352 77.62257210000007 13.0052932 77.63819710000007tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-83685166190987363602011-06-21T10:12:00.000+05:302011-06-21T10:12:49.217+05:30Pazha Manga Kaalan (Ripe mangoes in curd and coconut)<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">I am back from Kerala after a series of family visits and functions…was a much awaited vacation but didn’t feel like one with the chaos and hectic travel. Adding to the misery, we witnessed heavy showers all through the trip…that’s putting it mildly…though I love rains, the thundershowers and miseries along with it was quite a dampener this time round. But yes, the yummy Kerala food was the super stress-buster. This trip will be long remembered for the many dishes and snacks I feasted on…some of them that I’d not even heard of<i><span style="color: #f1c232;"> (gosh! now I want to go back!)</span></i></span><br />
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To sum up with a tribute and get over the fever, this post is another specialty of Kerala ….dedicated to all those unsung heroes who have been whipping mouth watering delicacies in quaint kitchens of Kozhikode…this one is called <b>“Pazha Manga Kaalan”.</b> It’s a sweet mango curry with curd and coconut <i><span style="color: #f1c232;">(thankfully, mangoes are still in season)</span></i>. This dish is very simple and is loaded with mixed flavors <i><span style="color: #f1c232;">(sweet and spicy).</span></i> In Kerala, there’s a mango called <b>“Chandrakaran”</b><i><span style="color: #f1c232;"> (the smallest variety)</span></i> which is used for this dish.</span><br />
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<b>Preparation time:</b> 15 minutes <br />
<b>Cooking time:</b> 25-30 minutes <br />
<b>Serves:</b> 2-3 <br />
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<b>You need: </b> </span><br />
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½ tsp turmeric powder<br />
2tsp red chilli powder<br />
salt to taste <br />
water as required<br />
1 cup grated coconut <br />
1 cup curd <i><span style="color: #f1c232;">(yoghurt) </span></i> </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">½ tsp jeera <i><span style="color: #f1c232;">(cumin)</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i><span style="color: #f1c232;"> </span></i>2 stalks of curry leaves <br />
1tsp coconut oil <br />
a small piece of jaggery <i><span style="color: #f1c232;">(optional, in case the mangoes are not sweet)</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i><span style="color: #f1c232;"> </span></i><b>For tempering: </b> </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">2tbsp coconut oil <br />
½ tsp mustard seeds <br />
2-3 stalks of curry leaves <br />
2 whole red chillies <i><span style="color: #f1c232;">(each broken into two)</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> Wash and peel the mangoes </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> Cut the mangoes into cubes <i><span style="color: #f1c232;">(do not throw away the seeds) </span></i> </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Take a wide bowl and add the cubed mango with the seeds, salt, turmeric powder and red chilli powder </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Add water <i><span style="color: #f1c232;">(just to cover the mangoes)</span></i> and let it cook well <i><span style="color: #f1c232;">(will take about 10-15 minutes)</span></i>. If the mangoes are not very sweet, you can add jaggery at this stage </span><br />
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If there’s any curd remaining, just give it one churn in the mixer<i><span style="color: #f1c232;"> (or it will start separating once added to the curry)</span></i></span><br />
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Add the ground paste to the boiling mangoes <i><span style="color: #f1c232;">(hmmm…jeera truly adds to the flavour) </span></i></span><br />
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Cook on slow fire and remove when the mixture foams up </span><br />
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Pour a tsp of coconut oil ad immerse two stalks of curry leaves <i><span style="color: #f1c232;">(enjoy the sweet aroma)</span></i></span><br />
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Heat oil in a small skillet and splutter mustard, red chillies and curry leaves. Pour it over the kalan. <br />
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Serve mouth watering <b>Pazha Manga Kaalan</b> with piping hot rice and pappadam <br />
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I’d also take the opportunity to express my heart-felt gratitude to Kalyani (<a href="http://kalyanikitchen.blogspot.com/">http://kalyanikitchen.blogspot.com/</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">) for sharing these lovely awards.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;"><b><i>Yours tastefully </i></b></span></span></div><div></div><div></div><div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-28520510933403212392011-06-14T11:32:00.003+05:302011-06-21T15:40:44.306+05:30Pazham Pori (Sweet Banana Fritters)<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">A very famous <b>“naalu mani palaharam"</b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(tea time snack) </span></i>of Kerala <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(usually found in the road side tea-shops)</span></i>. Literally means <b>“Banana Fry”</b>, with the most preferred banana variety called <b>“nendra pazham”</b>. If you belong to Kerala, this snack needs no introduction. And for my other friends – it’s a deep fried snack made with ripe bananas, perfect on a rainy day <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(you know that's only an excuse ;) )</span></i>with a hot cup of tea…let’s not wait for the rains…get started with me… </span><br />
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<b>Preparation time: </b>10-12 minutes <br />
<b>Cooking time:</b> 20 minutes <br />
<b>Serves:</b> 4 <br />
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1 cup maida <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(all purpose flour)</span><i> </i><br />
3tbsp rice flour <br />
1 tbsp urad dal powder <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(optional) </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-H2x0pekhHmU/TfYvCS72FzI/AAAAAAAAARI/DwqkcFVSBbI/s640/new%252520pics%252520090.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><img border="0" height="185" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-H2x0pekhHmU/TfYvCS72FzI/AAAAAAAAARI/DwqkcFVSBbI/s320/new%252520pics%252520090.jpg" width="320" /></span></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">3 ripe bananas <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(nendra pazham) </span></i><br />
a pinch of turmeric powder <br />
a pinch of salt <br />
1 tbsp sugar <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(alter depending on the sweetness of the bananas)</span></i> <br />
water <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(to make the batter) </span></i><br />
sunflower oil to deep fry <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(coconut oil is used in Kerala)</span></i> <br />
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Serve yummy Pazham Pori with a hot cup of tea or coffee!! <br />
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Sending this post to the event, <a href="http://indugetscooking.blogspot.com/2011/05/food-for-little-champs-event.html">“food for little cha</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"><a href="http://indugetscooking.blogspot.com/2011/05/food-for-little-champs-event.html">mps"</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;"> hosted by Indu Mathew</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;">and "<a href="http://krithiskitchen.blogspot.com/2011/06/healing-foods-event-announcement.html">Healing foods</a>' hosted by Krithi and <a href="http://www.cookingwithsiri.com/">Siri</a></span><br />
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<div><div><div><div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com14Banasawadi, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India13.0176621 77.64502149999998413.0075576 77.633143999999987 13.027766600000001 77.656898999999981tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-73460806025914584572011-06-09T11:24:00.030+05:302011-06-13T21:55:06.038+05:30Chocolatty Fruitty and Nutty<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">It’s been a busy week with Shlok <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #783f04;">(my lil’ fellow)</span></i> stepping into a play school and helping him settle in. <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #783f04;">(I am glad he loves the place now)</span></i>. Just when it was getting indecisive on my next post, an event title by a blogger <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #783f04; font-weight: bold;">“Drive me nuts” </span>caught my attention. Can't just get the title off my head...what more, it has driven me to take part in the event. The unfortunate part - the event gets over tomorrow and a few hours left to whip something interesting. I had to come up with a dish that’s tempting, yummy,simple and fast. I have always used nuts in many dishes but this is possibly the first time when they take center stage and are being used as the main ingredient. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #783f04; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i>For all those who want to be driven nuts, follow me… </i></span><br />
<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-kfUuUbYyS64/Te9lKkdn9jI/AAAAAAAAAQI/kVZdcTVWc5o/s640/chocolatey%252520fruit%252520and%252520nut%252520021.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-kfUuUbYyS64/Te9lKkdn9jI/AAAAAAAAAQI/kVZdcTVWc5o/s400/chocolatey%252520fruit%252520and%252520nut%252520021.jpg" width="400" /></span></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Preparation time:</b> 5minutes</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Serves:</b> 4-5 </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">100 gms dark chocolate <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #783f04;">(I used Amul)</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">¼ cup almonds </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">¼ cup cashew nuts </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">¼ cup pistachios </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">¼ cup raisins </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Melt the chocolate in the microwave oven for two minutes <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #783f04;">(you can use a double boiler too)</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Mix till smooth </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Remove carefully from the foil and… what are you waiting for... <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #783f04;">ATTACK!! </span></b></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: x-large;"><b><i>Yours tastefully!</i></b></span></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com28Banasawadi, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India13.0176621 77.64502149999998413.0075576 77.633143999999987 13.027766600000001 77.656898999999981tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-13355536229893958332011-06-07T11:44:00.003+05:302011-06-11T13:59:47.751+05:30Aamras Poori<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">While the mango season is still on, I guess the timing is just apt for posting this famous Maharashtrian dish, <b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">‘Aamras Poori”</span></i></b>. The most obvious combinations all along <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #ffd966;">(at least the ones that I know of)</span></i> have been <i>‘poori with aloo bhaji’</i>, <i>‘poori with channa masala’</i> or <i>‘poori sagu’</i> but poori with Aam <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">(mango)</span></i> ras<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #ffd966;">(juice/ syrup)</span></i>…this sounded and is truly a tantalizing combination. </span><br />
<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">My hubby <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #ffd966;">(with his ever-growing Mumbai loyalty)</span></i> talked so much about this dish that I thought I should give it a try…the drive was, even if I can’t have this dish with pooris, I could always have it for dessert:) . It is in fact very simple <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #ffd966;">(all you need is a few ripe mangoes and the rest you’ll find at home)</span></i>. To my surprise and a pleasant one at that, I instantly fell in love with the combination…and the hangover continues :) …so here’s sharing the hangover with you…! <br />
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<b>Cooking time:</b> 10 minutes (actually, blending time) <br />
<b>Serves:</b> 5-6 <br />
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<b>You need: </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CFfJW7dgy3c/TezRB1HKAsI/AAAAAAAAAO0/pFzwxxXsLSs/s640/aamras%252520poori%252520001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="221" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CFfJW7dgy3c/TezRB1HKAsI/AAAAAAAAAO0/pFzwxxXsLSs/s320/aamras%252520poori%252520001.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">3 big ripe mangoes <br />
1/3 cup cold milk <br />
¼ cup sugar <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #ffd966;">(depending on how sweet or sour the mangoes are) </span></i><br />
3-4 green cardamoms <br />
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<b>To garnish: </b><br />
A few strands of saffron <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #ffd966;">(optional) </span></i><br />
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<b>Step-by-step: </b><br />
Wash, clean and cut the Mango into pieces and set it aside <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #ffd966;">(size doesn’t matter as you are going to blend them) </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0CZSDKuAfOc/TezRDxDG0CI/AAAAAAAAAO4/ljtUQ9ye-Fo/s640/aamras%252520poori%252520005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="229" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0CZSDKuAfOc/TezRDxDG0CI/AAAAAAAAAO4/ljtUQ9ye-Fo/s320/aamras%252520poori%252520005.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #ffd966;"><i><br />
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</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Grind the mango pieces, sugar, cardamoms and milk in the mixer/blender to a thick consistency and transfer the contents <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #ffd966;">(now called aamras!)</span></i> to a serving bowl </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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Garnish with a few strands of saffron <br />
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Serve with pooris or relish the <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #ffd966;">‘aamras’</span></i> as a dessert! </span><br />
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<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Sending this recipe to <a href="http://indugetscooking.blogspot.com/2011/05/food-for-little-champs-event.html">“food for little champs"</a> hosted by Indu get cooking (Indu Mathew)</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: x-large;"><b><i>Yours tastefully!</i></b></span></div><div><br />
</div></div></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-52379229005902699952011-06-02T09:25:00.018+05:302011-06-06T17:12:17.208+05:30mixed vegetable semiya upma / vermicelli upma<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">A popular south Indian breakfast which is delicious, healthy and filling. Upma is not a favourite to many but this one tastes different. Perfect for breakfast or dinner...even as an evening snack. After a lot of trials, I learnt to cook perfect semiya upma<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;"><i> (that doesn’t turn soggy)</i></span>. I added the vegetables for that extra nutrition and colour <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">(it’s purely optional).</span></i> It’s absolutely kid friendly and easy to prepare<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;"> (it's easier if you measure the ingredients before you cook)</span></i></span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-N3M_-FHJDjI/TeYsLrjtpsI/AAAAAAAAAOM/LuelASJ4_9A/s640/semia%252520upma%252520031.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-N3M_-FHJDjI/TeYsLrjtpsI/AAAAAAAAAOM/LuelASJ4_9A/s400/semia%252520upma%252520031.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Preparation time:</b> 10minutes </span><br />
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<b> Serves:</b> 4-5 <br />
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1 big carrot <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">(cut into small cubes) </span></i><br />
½ cup fresh green peas <br />
41/2 cups of water <br />
2tbsps cooking oil <br />
½ tsp mustard seeds <br />
10-12 cashew nuts <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">(halved) </span></i><br />
2 medium size onions <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">(julienned / sliced fine) </span></i><br />
2 sprigs of curry leaves <br />
2-3 green chillies <br />
¼ tsp turmeric powder <br />
¼ tsp chilli powder<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;"> (optional) </span></i><br />
salt to taste <br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>For garnishing: </b><br />
juice of half a lemon <br />
coriander leaves <br />
a tbsp ghee <br />
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Microwave all the veggies –Carrots and peas for 5-6 minutes <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">(till they are almost half cooked) </span></i></span><br />
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Heat oil in a non-stick kadhai, add mustard. Once it crackles, throw in the cashews and toss till it turns light brown in colour <br />
Now add onions, curry leaves and green chillies. Stir till the onions turn pink <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">(do not over cook) </span></i></span><br />
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Add the cooked peas and carrot and give it a good mix </span><br />
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Add turmeric and chilli powder. Stir for 2-3 minutes </span><br />
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Pour in the boiled water. Add salt <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">(always good to taste at this stage to adjust the salt and spice) </span></i></span><br />
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Reduce the flame, add the roasted semia, cover and cook till all the water’s evaporated and the semia is soft<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;"> (keep checking, will take about 12 minutes) </span></i></span><br />
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Now for the most important step. Remove from the fire and keep covered for 5-10minutes. <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">(you’ll notice that the semia is not mushy anymore, that’s the right consistency!) </span></i></span><br />
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Garnish with lime juice and coriander leaves <br />
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<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: x-large;"><b><i>Yours Tastefully!!</i></b></span></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-20993454991463827772011-05-28T10:26:00.005+05:302011-06-06T17:17:14.501+05:30Chicken Stroganoff/Stroganov<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;">Chicken Stroganoff</span></i></b> is originally a Russian recipe <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;">(named after P. Stroganov,19th-century Russian count and diplomat) </span></i>made with chicken, onions and mushrooms in sour cream<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;"> (I used plain cream!)</span></i>. It is served with egg noodles or rice. Not possibly the healthiest intake but the choice is yours, healthy food or yummy sinful food. To me, this dish comes as a blessing ‘cos it encouraged my hubby to taste mushrooms which was complete no-no for him <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;">(I love mushrooms and was not ready to omit it from my cooking</span></i>) <br />
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This is a fantastic recipe that the whole family will love. Here’s how I made chicken stroganoff and I must say,( in all modesty) it was finger licking good ;-) <br />
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<b>Preparation time:</b> 20minutes <br />
<b>Cooking time:</b> 30minutes <br />
<b>Serves:</b> 8-9 <br />
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<b>You need: </b><br />
900gms chicken breasts <br />
4tbsp butter <br />
8-9 pods of garlic <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;">(crushed) </span></i><br />
2 large onions <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;">(julienned) </span></i><br />
200gms mushrooms <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;">(each cut into four) </span></i><br />
1 large capsicum<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;"> (cut into 1 inch cubes) </span></i><br />
3tbsp plain flour<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;"> (maida) </span></i><br />
50gms of chicken soup <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;">(any brand) </span></i><br />
3tbsp tomato puree <br />
1tbsp tomato ketchup <br />
1tsp worcestershire sauce <br />
2tsp pepper powder <br />
2tsp chilli powder <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;">(adjust according to spice tolerance) </span></i><br />
1cup cream <br />
6 tbsp yogurt <br />
2 tsp English mustard <br />
salt to taste <br />
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<b>Step-by-step: </b></span><br />
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</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Clean, wash and cut the chicken breast into half inch cubes </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_5MSahJE6pA/TeBWhXf11wI/AAAAAAAAAMk/FBqAMjuih-8/s640/pav%252520bhaji%252520049.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_5MSahJE6pA/TeBWhXf11wI/AAAAAAAAAMk/FBqAMjuih-8/s320/pav%252520bhaji%252520049.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Heat butter in a heavy bottom pan. Add butter, onion, crushed garlic pods and chicken, cover and cook for 10-12 minutes or until the chicken is almost done </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-TSfnzz8t3g4/TeBWpvQnzkI/AAAAAAAAAMo/eOe8ZvyInzU/s640/pav%252520bhaji%252520050.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-TSfnzz8t3g4/TeBWpvQnzkI/AAAAAAAAAMo/eOe8ZvyInzU/s320/pav%252520bhaji%252520050.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Add mushroom and capsicum cubes <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;">(if you like crunchy capsicum, add them at the last stage)</span></i> </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
Cook for another 5-6 minutes </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-pc5mE45EA5E/TeBWwNeHOZI/AAAAAAAAAMs/FPfLMC_8oGU/s640/pav%252520bhaji%252520051.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-pc5mE45EA5E/TeBWwNeHOZI/AAAAAAAAAMs/FPfLMC_8oGU/s320/pav%252520bhaji%252520051.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">In a large bowl, mix together – the plain flour, chicken soup powder, tomato puree, tomato ketchup, worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper and chilli powder. Mix well <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;">(make sure all the lumps are removed) </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-uwasu0qt2K0/TeBW28uQdAI/AAAAAAAAAMw/kzmAWblYBu4/s640/pav%252520bhaji%252520054.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-uwasu0qt2K0/TeBW28uQdAI/AAAAAAAAAMw/kzmAWblYBu4/s320/pav%252520bhaji%252520054.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Add the above mixture into the chicken. Stir continuously till the gravy gets cooked and thickens [<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;">smelling divine?, it should :) ]</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-hMZsqCTsU6s/TeBW7WAMmRI/AAAAAAAAAM0/J6rCmk302bw/s640/pav%252520bhaji%252520055.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="238" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-hMZsqCTsU6s/TeBW7WAMmRI/AAAAAAAAAM0/J6rCmk302bw/s320/pav%252520bhaji%252520055.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><br />
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</i></span>In the same bowl, make a paste with cream, yogurt and mustard. Stir well <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;">(if you’ve not added capsicum till this stage, add them now) </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1BH8bQmVSpc/TeBXAopzYZI/AAAAAAAAAM4/b8QgWf3kHfY/s640/pav%252520bhaji%252520056.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1BH8bQmVSpc/TeBXAopzYZI/AAAAAAAAAM4/b8QgWf3kHfY/s320/pav%252520bhaji%252520056.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Add the paste and cook for 5 more minutes <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;">(noticed the colours change when each mixture is added?)</span></i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;"><i><br />
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</i></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">And it’s done before you know:) , yes! Chicken Stroganoff is ready to be served. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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Serve over a bed of rice / egg noodles or mashed potatoes with some steamed veggies on the side and maybe a slice of bread and you have yourself a hearty meal. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Try it and tell me if your family enjoyed it.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Happy weekend!</b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
<b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">Yours tastefully!!</span></i></b></span></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-26212456581625819202011-05-24T10:40:00.005+05:302011-06-06T19:02:47.492+05:30Gudbud Gotala and an Award<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Celebrating<b><i> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;">‘50 followers’</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"> </span></i></b>and <i><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">‘The Versatile Blogger’ </span></b></i>award….it can’t get better than this. A <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;"><i>BIG ‘THANK YOU’</i></span></b> for all the encouragement with your inputs, suggestions, recommendations and comments…here’s hoping <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;"><i>“Yourstastefully”</i></span> keeps getting attention and your everlasting support. Spread the cheer around… we need some more reasons to smile and I am doing my bit:)<br />
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Here’s a dessert that I created while I was sitting and wondering what to cook up for my guests…It’s extremely simple, just make sure all the ingredients are bought well in advance. It’s a beautiful game of colours <i>(<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">choose</span> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;">your</span> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">favourite </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">colours</span>)</i>. </span><br />
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<b>Preparation time:</b> 20 minutes </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> <b>Cooking time:</b> 30 minutes <br />
<b>Serves:</b> 8-9 <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;">(depending on your glass) </span><br />
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<b>You need: </b><br />
5 big ripe mangoes <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;"><i>(I used Bainganpalli, use what you like) </i></span><br />
A box of custard powder <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">(I used vanilla, use your favourite flavour) </span><br />
A box of jelly crystals <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">(I used raspberry, pick the pretty one) </span><br />
A family pack of ice-cream <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;">(I used black currant , choose your colour and flavour ) </span></i><br />
Cherries / plums <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">(optional)</span> <br />
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<b> Cutlery: </b><br />
Tall glasses <br />
Long spoons <br />
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<b>Step-by-step: </b><br />
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Wash and remove the skin of the mangoes. Cut them into small pieces (<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;"><i>taste to make sure you don’t add the sour ones) </i></span><br />
Make the custard<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;"> (I used a litre of milk)</span></i>. Just follow the instructions at the back of the packet.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;"> <i>(You won’t go wrong) </i></span><br />
Pull out the jelly crystals. Mix the sachets together till smooth in ½ cup water <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">(again, follow the instructions at the back of the packet)</span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Take a tall glass, tip in some mango pieces, add some custard, add some mangoes again and some more...<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;"> (hiya, yellow yellow dirty fellow) </span></i><br />
Cut out some jelly to make the next layer… <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;"><i>(now the pretty pink has come in) </i></span><br />
For the final layer, take a big scoop of ice-cream and top it up…<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;"><i> (Awesome colour isn’t it?) </i></span><br />
If you want, you can garnish with a cherry or a plum <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">(I didn’t have both!) </span></i><br />
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Relish the beautiful and yummy dessert…<br />
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My guests loved it…try it and share your experience too… <br />
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Now to the award that I won :)</span><br />
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In the true sprit of writing, a blog-ful of <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">“</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;">Thank</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">You</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">”</span> to ‘<a href="http://loveandcalories.blogspot.com/">loveandcalories.blogspot.com</a>’ for considering me worthy enough and conferring <b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">‘The</span> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">Versatile</span> </i></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #8e7cc3;"><b><i>Blogger’</i></b> </span>award. It is absolutely encouraging least to say… <br />
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As a rule, I have to follow instructions <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">[<i>to win more awards, just kidding ;)]</i></span><br />
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1. Thank the person that awarded it to you & list a link back to the blogger. <br />
2. Tell 7 things about yourself. <br />
3. Pay it forward by sending it to your favourite recently found new bloggers. <br />
4. Contact the blogger that you have awarded & make them aware. <br />
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Don’t remember when I last wrote something about myself or my blog….thought it will be a task but when I started reluctantly, this is just flowing and I will have to force myself to stop at seven points <br />
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<ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I am obsessed with my kitchen and now my blog too… </span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I discovered, I can write <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #8e7cc3;"><i>(the flair is simple and clear…minus jargons)</i></span>. All credit to the blogging opportunity and my ever encouraging hubby, I enjoy the whole process…in fact, every single moment on my blog </span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I’ve always loved to cook for the ones who love to eat <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;"><i>(but it is always motivating to see the dishes empty after a meal) </i></span></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I love collecting crockery <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">(gifts are always welcome!) </span></i></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I have to always enter my kitchen with my camera <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #8e7cc3;">(ever since I started my blog!)</span></i> and it is fun to see my son imitate me </span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I have realized<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;"> ‘food’</span></i> is a strong emotional connector…and a great conversation-starter and for someone like me, the blog is just ‘me’ in the virtual world </span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I am glad to have started an online recipe book that’s gives step-by-step instructions with photos to motivate the ones who have just started cooking or who thought that cooking was not fun! And the most gratifying part – when my blog connects with people I have never met and they start writing in </span></li>
</ul><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> I would like to pass on this award to a few bloggers whom I follow <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;">(not necessarily new) </span></i><br />
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<a href="http://rakshaskitchen.blogspot.com/">http://rakshaskitchen.blogspot.com/</a> <br />
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<a href="http://whentimebegins.blogspot.com/">http://whentimebegins.blogspot.com/</a> <br />
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<a href="http://umita-umitarecipes.blogspot.com/">http://umita-umitarecipes.blogspot.com/</a> <br />
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<a href="http://thegreenogre.blogspot.com/">http://thegreenogre.blogspot.com/</a> <br />
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<a href="http://bluengreenplanet.blogspot.com/">http://bluengreenplanet.blogspot.com/</a> <br />
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<a href="http://vyoworld.blogspot.com/">http://vyoworld.blogspot.com/</a> <br />
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<a href="http://mommiesminivansandmimosas.blogspot.com/">http://mommiesminivansandmimosas.blogspot.com/</a> <br />
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<a href="http://soumyaism.wordpress.com/">http://soumyaism.wordpress.com/</a> <br />
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<a href="http://acluelesscook.blogspot.com/">http://acluelesscook.blogspot.com/</a> <br />
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Have a great week ahead! </span><br />
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;"><i> Yours Tastefully! </i></span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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</span></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-43719445570070568002011-05-21T10:20:00.011+05:302011-06-06T19:03:27.605+05:30Pav Bhaji<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> It’s been raining in Bangalore for the past few days and I wanted to make something that complements the weather…<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;"><b><i> ‘Pav Bhaji’</i></b></span> was one dish that came to my mind. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;"><i>‘Pav'</i></span> means a bun shaped bread. '<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">Bhaji'</span></i> means mashed vegetables. In the words of yours tastefully, it’s a spicy blend of vegetables mixed in a tangy tomato gravy served with lightly toasted buttered pav <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(Yumm…that's so mouth watering!!!)</span></i> I should say it's another favourite Indian street food of mine. <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(My hubby being brought up in Mumbai is spoilt with the excellent pav that you get there, so I know he will whine about the pav…each time!)</span></i> </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Also, pav bhaji in one of the first few dishes that comes to mind when I feel lazy to make phulkas and subzi for dinner… It’s very filling and healthy too <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(another dish for your fussy kiddos!) </span></i>Let’s not waste any more time…</span><br />
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<b>Cooking time: </b>25 minutes<br />
<b>Serves:</b> 4-5 <br />
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2 medium carrots <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(chopped)</span></i><br />
1 large capsicum <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(chopped)</span></i><br />
1 cup of green peas <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(fresh or frozen)</span></i><br />
6-7 garlic pods <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(crushed)</span></i><br />
2 medium onions <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(finely chopped)</span></i><br />
2 medium tomatoes <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(finely chopped)</span></i><br />
¼ tsp turmeric powder<br />
1 ½ tsp red chilli powder<br />
salt to taste<br />
1 1/2 tbsp pav bhaji masala<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;"> (I used Everest)</span></i><br />
2 tbsp cooking oil<br />
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<b>For garnishing:</b><br />
1 tbsp lemon juice<br />
3-4 tbsp of coriander leaves <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(finely chopped) </span></i><br />
1 tbsp butter <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(if you dare to, add more)</span></i><br />
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<b>Serve with:</b><br />
2-3 packs of pav bread <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(I bought the pack that had 6pav’s)</span></i><br />
butter as required<br />
1 finely chopped onion<br />
1 lemon <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(cut into four)</span></i><br />
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Pressure cook the chopped potatoes, capsicum, carrots, and peas along with a cup of water for 2 whistles<br />
Once cool, drain the excess water <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(use it for the gravy)</span></i> and keep aside. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Add sufficient water </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(that you kept aside)</span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> to get a gravy consistency and let it boil </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">( be a little careful at this step as the mixture can spurt up as it boils, so keep a lid on it while you are not stirring it)</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Simmer for 5-10 minutes </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(to really get the flavors to come together)</span></i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;"><br />
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<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Garnish with butter, lemon juice and coriander leaves.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>For the pav:</b></span></div><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Heat half of the butter in a thick-bottomed pan or a tawa. Slice pav horizontally into two and pan fry in butter for half a minute, pressing two or three times or till pav is crisp and light brown<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;"> (butter, absolutely the main ingredient!)</span><br />
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Serve bhaji hot with chopped onions, butter, lemon wedges and pav</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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</span></div></div></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-14474525734134744472011-05-18T09:59:00.009+05:302011-05-26T12:17:44.346+05:30Muringa Ila Parippu Kootan (Drumstick leaves curry with toor dal)<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Yesterday was my grandmother’s birthday <b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(Happy Birthday Muthassi!)</span></i></b> and I wanted to make something that she loves <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">( but she is totally off non-veg now because of her ayurvedic medicines….y?y??)</span></i>I asked my maid to bring some drumstick leaves <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;"><i>(muringa ila)</i></span> that my grandmom was craving to have <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(my grand mom gave me step by step instructions too!)</span></i>. Drumstick leaves are highly nutritious. They are filled with iron, potassium and proteins. </span><br />
<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> I made <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">'Muringa ila parippu kootan'</span></i>, <u>'Muringa ila upperi'</u><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #134f5c;">(drumstick leaves stir fry)</span></i> and 'Paccha manzha uppilittedhe' <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(fresh mango pickle)</span>. She loved them all<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;"> (though I’m not very fond of drumstick leaves)</span></i>. Now, let me share the recipe of <b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">“Muringa ila parippu kootan”</span></i></b> and the rest will be posted soon. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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<b>Preparation time:</b> 40 -45 minutes <br />
<b>Cooking time: </b>15 minutes <br />
<b>Serves:</b> 6-7 <br />
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1 ½ cup drumstick leaves <br />
5-7 shallots<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;"> (pearl onions) </span></i><br />
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½ tsp cumin seeds <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(jeera) </span></i><br />
salt to taste <br />
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10-15 shallots <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(chopped fine) </span></i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Clean the drumstick leaves by removing the leaves from the stem and discarding the yellow leaves <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(now you know why the preparation time is 45 minutes, I hate this process!) </span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> Wash 2-3 times and allow it to drain </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIAbb0mripp58DqOUITKhbRmsY-sLpD4SPJkAwTtW18RDGuOcBXK1iZRYqNmDMajLfW1fwZ_kVd3a8B6cjzK78GLCq53bzHDjkxMfTX5vdLou5uVVZ2vLmRux9Uf0ucSIhYUw1Xwl6ceaQ/s1600/new+pics+011.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="269" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIAbb0mripp58DqOUITKhbRmsY-sLpD4SPJkAwTtW18RDGuOcBXK1iZRYqNmDMajLfW1fwZ_kVd3a8B6cjzK78GLCq53bzHDjkxMfTX5vdLou5uVVZ2vLmRux9Uf0ucSIhYUw1Xwl6ceaQ/s320/new+pics+011.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Grind the pearl onions and ½ tsp chilli powder to a paste <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(don’t worry if the paste is not smooth) </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbMWel10VKE67T97QOsmp8rSwvXu1b49-FlfmXdAVMdbqAYBpDDT-E0ijDmtNkn9Cs2mLGl6lj5ahcvRYALLg5J6vR3QZirH4GGn9w7ikirYPvOvC3nuWwK03Xvr2wVofFnlSzhquusLL_/s1600/new+pics+012.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbMWel10VKE67T97QOsmp8rSwvXu1b49-FlfmXdAVMdbqAYBpDDT-E0ijDmtNkn9Cs2mLGl6lj5ahcvRYALLg5J6vR3QZirH4GGn9w7ikirYPvOvC3nuWwK03Xvr2wVofFnlSzhquusLL_/s320/new+pics+012.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;"><i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">In a kadhai, pour the cooked dal </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> As the dal starts boiling add the onion chilli paste. Let it cook for about 10minutes on medium flame <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(till the chilli powder loses its raw smell) </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNTXzRyWUYGGnBL41WkiAwyXKjjEQoRkzH0zyb-DcwYzHUJCbX2jwKT-NRM-dgZ24CaCxyrayIkFx3KB8enYBwKYgkA9-riDO9dfNY_nfFgtTrdRiAlgE1WBgLLN3bTk9Hzf2-1EEYlPsv/s1600/new+pics+016.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNTXzRyWUYGGnBL41WkiAwyXKjjEQoRkzH0zyb-DcwYzHUJCbX2jwKT-NRM-dgZ24CaCxyrayIkFx3KB8enYBwKYgkA9-riDO9dfNY_nfFgtTrdRiAlgE1WBgLLN3bTk9Hzf2-1EEYlPsv/s320/new+pics+016.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;"><i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Now add turmeric powder and chilli powder and stir for another 5 minutes </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> Add the required amount of water <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(to get a curry consistency) </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFRbnCnYAcNBkeTba4058f3HMBMzE_U-qm8ekmUJlKYJ27yQziXZivQsV1VGwxddGfXG0wg72n-uDy48aSZTrKA9sslHWXz4ZDDtSHSsCLPBgu-Vx5t831u_rgyxli-UdpyxvOXa-111l4/s1600/new+pics+017.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="269" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFRbnCnYAcNBkeTba4058f3HMBMzE_U-qm8ekmUJlKYJ27yQziXZivQsV1VGwxddGfXG0wg72n-uDy48aSZTrKA9sslHWXz4ZDDtSHSsCLPBgu-Vx5t831u_rgyxli-UdpyxvOXa-111l4/s320/new+pics+017.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Meanwhile, make a paste with grated coconut and cumin <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(you’ll find this to be a common combination in Kerala vegetarian cuisine) </span></i><br />
Now add the muringa ila <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(by now you should know...yeah! drumstick leaves)</span></i> and salt </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR86DzgxcySE5a6UoUY6iZ7tHWnq2IKelJ-GajLBzezRBdVFKmaONmB4kozniPrmksCIcATET54Nh6jpRjgcE5RBX_5EXhP0wIodw-_32YpxEr5-h84KMIX-qgCsbjJMBDjUZJOxypXmo8/s1600/new+pics+019.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR86DzgxcySE5a6UoUY6iZ7tHWnq2IKelJ-GajLBzezRBdVFKmaONmB4kozniPrmksCIcATET54Nh6jpRjgcE5RBX_5EXhP0wIodw-_32YpxEr5-h84KMIX-qgCsbjJMBDjUZJOxypXmo8/s320/new+pics+019.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Let the muringa ila cook on medium flame <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(this will take about 10 minutes) </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCYs9QGMSYXnXXevsSsukyReNQtxfgEWKHptBcfPhrEkLgbl9Bul-iO7KkAJXHI9AlCP3CNMDB46KaN4fetu9AAqJkDdy6vjrXkqqNhtWcULvUbbEa58wUDUzck5WZgj0T_ULGAXfZWwky/s1600/new+pics+021.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCYs9QGMSYXnXXevsSsukyReNQtxfgEWKHptBcfPhrEkLgbl9Bul-iO7KkAJXHI9AlCP3CNMDB46KaN4fetu9AAqJkDdy6vjrXkqqNhtWcULvUbbEa58wUDUzck5WZgj0T_ULGAXfZWwky/s320/new+pics+021.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;"><i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Pour in the cumin coconut paste and cook it boils again. Turn off the flame </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4FuariEJ_0sVwS952ItJkBeMPmiQ0ijrjboz2awe7w6E6tjRAnD5hvv0j39OxtuVmkxnUNPh6-TsWFw05fxFYv2jPwSEaWF6FeJKZQthPiwOuDh5wEMbzkg8a6xgmbSYsEDDeZY7lr6t2/s1600/new+pics+025.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="244" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4FuariEJ_0sVwS952ItJkBeMPmiQ0ijrjboz2awe7w6E6tjRAnD5hvv0j39OxtuVmkxnUNPh6-TsWFw05fxFYv2jPwSEaWF6FeJKZQthPiwOuDh5wEMbzkg8a6xgmbSYsEDDeZY7lr6t2/s320/new+pics+025.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">In a small tempering pan, heat coconut oil </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Tip in and fry the shallots till dark brown </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPAyN8yHNMudtM9AZ6gExcQr-sAhypjQX_x4RDBmOFr-Xt9dB38I8CzsopsM4L1HdnSV1SzTepMPhQTpHW1Spm3DJ5wBTDZdgCoLyRXULYlRdXEp-OJdjQVZOchrV-a0_dSa9VOt6wG7fB/s1600/new+pics+026.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPAyN8yHNMudtM9AZ6gExcQr-sAhypjQX_x4RDBmOFr-Xt9dB38I8CzsopsM4L1HdnSV1SzTepMPhQTpHW1Spm3DJ5wBTDZdgCoLyRXULYlRdXEp-OJdjQVZOchrV-a0_dSa9VOt6wG7fB/s320/new+pics+026.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkbBsqii_UfS0Yl5PM_ov4wKf57BT8SPC8vp2z4JZP_XJwA45BF6bZOqqL2E1p-W69OLHfFf4NEA3-cU7jYEqVpG3a0Ka8KHl9mEcnP2is2e3ttvDpZslp_k9aup5y7VHgcPjjKoHVheZH/s1600/new+pics+028.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="253" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkbBsqii_UfS0Yl5PM_ov4wKf57BT8SPC8vp2z4JZP_XJwA45BF6bZOqqL2E1p-W69OLHfFf4NEA3-cU7jYEqVpG3a0Ka8KHl9mEcnP2is2e3ttvDpZslp_k9aup5y7VHgcPjjKoHVheZH/s320/new+pics+028.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Once done, pour over the muringa ila kootan <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;"><i>(hmm…love the smell of coconut oil. </i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;"><i> Do not waste any bit of it. Pour a little water into the same pan, once it boils pour over the kootan) </i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj78-Xb48DJ4BVSDmiMvaEesW0lH9O1f3T_VCQEsVT_qZSml-r6b5RS0_lYiw1gBncmCkrvCbrl-w9J7YlUkjC4tcD1hk61rxohzBS8VZ2a7XbXtOCpImQIzq86-s470MpHJapP1opLBPDm/s1600/new+pics+029.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj78-Xb48DJ4BVSDmiMvaEesW0lH9O1f3T_VCQEsVT_qZSml-r6b5RS0_lYiw1gBncmCkrvCbrl-w9J7YlUkjC4tcD1hk61rxohzBS8VZ2a7XbXtOCpImQIzq86-s470MpHJapP1opLBPDm/s320/new+pics+029.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Serve with piping hot rice, pappads and fresh mango pickle. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;"><b><i>Yours tastefully!! </i></b></span><br />
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Sending this recipe to Kiran's <a href="http://kiranjay.blogspot.com/2010/06/cooking-with-whole-foods-and-future.html">"Cooking with Whole foods"</a> hosted by <a href="http://veggieplatter.blogspot.com/2011/04/i-am-glad-to-announce-that-kirans.html">"Veggie Platter"</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6A7aFdTh-fXWdAqzRLEc-SJ7kxYvS2nTiWrDfdN-hU0sqr9uxgpDZWJ7AYEVQYbX8eynnNadVTeKEJj_4EoQlrNRnK6cVvZZq0x_U9-ndfftAle_TaxSmJs3rokRbZPz1E-2wYXWV8R_j/s1600/toorlogo300.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6A7aFdTh-fXWdAqzRLEc-SJ7kxYvS2nTiWrDfdN-hU0sqr9uxgpDZWJ7AYEVQYbX8eynnNadVTeKEJj_4EoQlrNRnK6cVvZZq0x_U9-ndfftAle_TaxSmJs3rokRbZPz1E-2wYXWV8R_j/s1600/toorlogo300.JPG" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><a href="http://veggieplatter.blogspot.com/2011/04/i-am-glad-to-announce-that-kirans.html"></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-31210501481875449482011-05-15T22:42:00.011+05:302011-05-26T13:25:17.154+05:30Hara Bhara Chaman/ Palak Methi Chaman<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">This Hara Bhara Chaman is a typical Punjabi preparation. It’s simple, healthy and wholesome. With a combination of palak and methi, it’s filled with calcium and folic acid <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;"><i>(excellent for pregnant women!</i>)</span>. I believe in making nutritious food through the week and sinful food on weekends.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> </span><br />
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<b>Serves:</b> 4 <br />
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1 tsp dried fenugreek leaves <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(kasuri methi) </span></i><br />
1½ cup chopped spinach <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(palak) </span></i><br />
¾ cup fenugreek leaves <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(methi) </span></i><br />
1 tbsp butter <br />
200gms paneer <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(Indian cottage cheese) </span></i><br />
1tbsp oil <br />
1 tsp cumin seeds <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(jeera) </span></i><br />
1/4 cup chopped onions <br />
1/4 tsp asafoetida <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(hing) </span></i><br />
a pinch of turmeric powder<br />
1/4 tsp chilli powder <br />
1/4 tsp coriander powder<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;"> (dhania) </span></i><br />
1 tsp ginger-green chilli paste <br />
salt to taste <br />
1/4 tsp garam masala <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Z-LOa5udQAY/TdFJrUvdyrI/AAAAAAAAAKQ/Hw7ceo1BYrg/s640/Picture%252520073.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Z-LOa5udQAY/TdFJrUvdyrI/AAAAAAAAAKQ/Hw7ceo1BYrg/s320/Picture%252520073.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Wash and clean the spinach and fenugreek leaves thoroughly. Boil a vessel full of water, drown the leaves and cook for 2-3 minutes. Drain and immediately keep it under a cold water tap for 5 minutes <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(this will help the leaves to retain the bright green colour)</span></i>.Drain and blend in a mixer to make a smooth paste </span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Roast the dried fenugreek leaves in a pan till crisp <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(that’s an interesting smell!) </span></i></span><br />
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<b>Serves:</b> 2 <br />
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3 potatoes <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(medium size) </span></i><br />
1/2 tsp red chilli powder <br />
1/4 tsp turmeric powder<br />
1/4 tsp amchur <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(dry mango powder)</span></i><br />
1/4 tsp jeera powder<br />
1/4 tsp dhania powder <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(coriander powder)</span></i><br />
1/4 tsp garam masala powder <br />
1/4 tsp chaat masala <br />
3 tsp grated cheese<br />
salt to taste<br />
juice of half a lime<br />
few coriander leaves <br />
2 tsp oil <br />
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few onions rings <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(optional)</span></i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Wash, dry and cut out a ‘lid’ on the top of each capsicum using a sharp knife <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(do not throw away the lids)</span></i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Remove the seeds, wash, apply salt on the inside and keep upside down on a rack </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ZUkeMnRm9Hs/TdFJbjLgP7I/AAAAAAAAAJk/1AOp6WaYmis/s640/Picture%252520146.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ZUkeMnRm9Hs/TdFJbjLgP7I/AAAAAAAAAJk/1AOp6WaYmis/s320/Picture%252520146.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Heat a tsp of oil in a pan and toss the capsicums on all sides for a minute <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(it will get a dark brown colour on the outer skin) </span></i><br />
Boil, peel and coarsely mash the potatoes. <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(Chop the capsicum lids …ensure they are very fine and mix with the mashed potato, so it'll add to the taste and you'll not waste anything!) </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sqKcfZZfAiY/TdFJdtCoeiI/AAAAAAAAAJo/dbyAoBYuyKk/s640/Picture%252520148.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sqKcfZZfAiY/TdFJdtCoeiI/AAAAAAAAAJo/dbyAoBYuyKk/s320/Picture%252520148.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Add all the masala powders and salt (<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">don’t add too much of salt as you have already rubbed some on the capsicums and you are adding cheese too!) </span></i>to the potatoes </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-L5x0wD83u4M/TdFJgGG4L9I/AAAAAAAAAJs/2B60zmYrR70/s640/Picture%252520153.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-L5x0wD83u4M/TdFJgGG4L9I/AAAAAAAAAJs/2B60zmYrR70/s320/Picture%252520153.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Squeeze the juice of half a lemon and mix well<br />
Stuff the capsicums with the prepared stuffing <br />
Sprinkle some chopped coriander leaves <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(this will add to the colour too!)</span> </i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Top it with a tsp of cheese on each of them <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(already looking yummy???)</span></i></span><br />
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Preheat an oven on 170<sup><span style="color: #333333;">0</span></sup>C for 10 minutes and bake the capsicums until done. It will roughly take about 7 minutes <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(be careful not to burn it, keep watching!) </span></i></span><br />
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<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Variation: </b></span></div><div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">If you prefer to shallow fry, take some oil in a pan. Fry the stuffed capsicums on each side until it softens or changes color (it will take about 5-7 minutes to cook on each side - on a low heat )</span></li>
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</span></ul><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I enjoyed making 'Stuffed Capsicum' and posting this recipe ‘cos YOU wanted it!...pour in your suggestions and let’s try more! <br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;"><i><b>Yours tastefully! </b></i></span></span> </div></div></div></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-31010045935236055682011-05-10T09:45:00.006+05:302011-05-26T13:24:51.017+05:30Palak Paneer<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">This green curry is very popular in North India and is often served at restaurants and parties. This vegetarian dish is a combination of spinach<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(palak)</span></i> and Indian cottage cheese<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(paneer)</span></i> that’s mildly spiced. Palak paneer can be exotic and simple at the same time. Most people think it’s difficult to make but it’s so easy that anyone can make it in less than half an hour <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(just have all the ingredients ready!)</span></i> that’s not all…it’s a super healthy dish too!!</span><br />
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<b>Serves:</b> 4 <br />
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1 tbsp oil <br />
1 tbsp butter <br />
2 tsp ginger garlic paste <br />
2 small bunches of palak <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(spinach) </span></i><br />
200gms paneer <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(Indian cottage cheese) </span></i><br />
1 medium size tomato <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;"><i>(chopped) </i></span><br />
2 medium size onions <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(roughly chopped) </span></i><br />
10 cashew nuts <br />
4 green chillies <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(roughly chopped) </span></i><br />
¼ tsp sugar <br />
salt to taste <br />
½ tsp kasuri methi <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">(dried fenugreek leaves) </span></i><br />
a pinch of garam masala <br />
water as required <br />
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<b>For garnishing: </b><br />
2tbsp fresh cream <br />
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Enjoy hot palak paneer with any Indian bread or rice.</span></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-22251936781363752002011-05-04T16:47:00.011+05:302011-06-11T13:58:34.705+05:30Chocolate Chip Cookies<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">Choco Chip cookies</span></b></i>...the very mention of it can draw up some mouth-watering images…isn’t it your favourite…? I hear a loud echo, 'YES'!!! <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">I am sure you guys agree…</span></i></span><br />
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From the time the importance of a husband in a relationship dawned on to me, must confess – I always fantasized marrying a baker…the whole idea of feasting on breads, cakes and cookies was just so romantic..!! Recently, I met my hubby’s friend who runs a bakery and he was candid that it’s an absolute bore being a baker <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">(I told myself - who cares about the job, I just want to be around the yummy baked stuff). </span></i><br />
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It’s been quite some time since I baked. I’ve made these cookies before…try this and I bet, will be a perfect snack to satisfy your cookie and chocolate craving. Let’s get started, <br />
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<b>Baking time</b>: 40 minutes <br />
<b>Makes:</b> Approx 20- 24 cookies <br />
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1 heaped cup flour <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">(maida) </span></i><br />
1/2 tsp baking soda<br />
1/2 cup butter <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">(room temperature)</span></i><br />
1/2 cup granulated sugar<br />
1/2 cup demerara sugar <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">(brown sugar)</span></i><br />
1 egg<br />
1/2 tsp vanilla essence<br />
1/2 cup chocolate chips <br />
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</div></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-55874239336010380002011-05-02T13:13:00.010+05:302011-06-08T16:28:33.969+05:30Egg wrapped cauliflower<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Starting off with apologies is not the nicest things to do…but honestly, I regret not being in touch with my followers for over 2 weeks…importantly, not being able to post new recipes. We were out on vacation for a week <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(yes…yes…lots of inspired stuff coming your way from the trip)</span></i> and then attending to family duties. Thanks to FB and the blogworld, it’s a nice feeling when suddenly lots of friends and everyone in the family is waking up to my culinary skills and appreciating my efforts<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;"> (realized it when we were out on our trip)</span></i>. I am now hounded most of the time for tips and suggestions…must admit, loving every moment of it. Hoping you utilized this time to try all the recipes posted till now and also took some time out to post your comments/inputs and feedback. <br />
To make up for the lost time, here’s a very interesting recipe today, <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">“egg wrapped cauliflower”</span></b>. Never heard of this dish before? Well, I just gave it a name! <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;"><i>(I bet you’ll not see this recipe in any of the recipe books).</i></span> It’s a unique accompaniment, an unconventional combination of cauliflower and eggs. I learnt this recipe from a friend of mine. I made it once and totally lost touch. I am making it again after a year and now, seems totally different <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(I’ve forgotten the ingredients that she used)</span></i>. It’s simple, healthy and you’ll see your kids eat cauliflower like never before. Here goes the recipe! </span><br />
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<b>Serves:</b> 4-5 <br />
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1 medium size cauliflower <br />
2tbsp fennel (dry roasted and coarsely powdered) </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/2 tsp turmeric powder <br />
2tsp red chilli powder (alter according to your spice tolerance) <br />
¼ tsp chaat masala <br />
¼ tsp garam masala <br />
salt to taste <br />
2 eggs <br />
2tsp milk <br />
½ tsp pepper powder <br />
water as required <br />
oil for frying <br />
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Heat 2tbsp of oil in a kadhai <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(a little, just to shallow fry)</span></i> dip the flowerets in the egg mixture, fry in several batches until they are brown on both sides <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(keep adding oil as and when required) </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqbRY0EakLiDpyw2vrea3OBiZAKxTByWGd-25_19drZMmlHK-8ktAsZ45V9ZKP9aVK6u2V3wa4vZMMQEZzskzuboONoS3LktcBEZ50vgzDO0UmnPUxfASwuVW-ua0YhoKk6gbCgPAiXZBq/s1600/egg+wrapped+cauliflower+024.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="272" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqbRY0EakLiDpyw2vrea3OBiZAKxTByWGd-25_19drZMmlHK-8ktAsZ45V9ZKP9aVK6u2V3wa4vZMMQEZzskzuboONoS3LktcBEZ50vgzDO0UmnPUxfASwuVW-ua0YhoKk6gbCgPAiXZBq/s320/egg+wrapped+cauliflower+024.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;"><i><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">“Vishu”</span></i> is an important festival of Kerala. It marks the start of a new year. On this day, every malayali wakes up to see the <b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">‘Vishukani</span></i>’</b> <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">(look below for mine)</span></i>which is an arrangement of auspicious articles. Generally consists of an idol or photo of Lord Krishna, a decorated<b><i> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">‘Uruli’</span></i></b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;"> (a shallow circular metal vessel)</span></i> that contains raw rice, a gold ornament/ coin, yellow coloured fruits and vegetables, a mirror, a sacred book, betel leaves, yellow flowers 'konna' <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">(cassia fistula)</span></i>, etc. Each member in the family is taken blindfolded and then they are made to see the Vishu Kani <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">(that’s the first sight of the day)</span></i>. Then the children set out to burst crackers. After bath they wait for a very exciting custom, <b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">‘Vishukkaineetam’</span></i></b> where the elders in the family distribute money to the younger ones <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">(I still wait for it!)</span></i>. Then it’s time for the next best agenda of the day, ‘food’. Saddhya <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">(feast)</span></i> is a major part of all Kerala festivals and celebrations. My saddhya is going to be at mom’s place and it’s incomplete without a dessert, so here’s my contribution. <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;"><b>“Palada Pradhaman”</b></span></i> is the queen of payasams. Here’s an easy recipe of Palada Pradhaman </span><br />
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<b>Preparation time: </b>15minutes <br />
<b>Cooking time</b>: 1 - 1.5 hours<br />
<b>Serves:</b> 10-15 <br />
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<b> You need:</b> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtA0yecHNjhzVGacX0cGxpLe_DK75x48qKOidDl0Nt1S5u5-x71ePZSx7_fORuxioqxNflcpFOkbqTfIiqwnXt3o4JaFr-mC_JoF5ovs8UTSvC5MT5wkCKgsjMEIXNrlVzA2JTHoAubKnI/s1600/palada+pradhaman+002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtA0yecHNjhzVGacX0cGxpLe_DK75x48qKOidDl0Nt1S5u5-x71ePZSx7_fORuxioqxNflcpFOkbqTfIiqwnXt3o4JaFr-mC_JoF5ovs8UTSvC5MT5wkCKgsjMEIXNrlVzA2JTHoAubKnI/s320/palada+pradhaman+002.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
200gms ready made rice ada<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">(cooked rice flakes - I used double horse)</span></i><br />
3 litres milk <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">( prefarably full fat milk) </span></i><br />
1 cup water <br />
750gms sugar <br />
5-6 cardamoms <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">(powdered) </span></i><br />
2 tbsp ghee <br />
15-20 cashew nuts <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">(broken into two) </span></i><br />
10 - 12 raisins <br />
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<b> Step-by-step:</b> <br />
Wash ada in cold water <br />
Soak in half litre of boiled water. Keep it covered for 10minutes and drain completely </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
In a pan, heat 1 tbsp of ghee. Fry the cashew nuts and raisins and keep aside </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDQ8bzlvm2_QfNNI8gPs1jXPc0ayPH2iw-hj0miUwheDuGKmmN1LpOLcxE8giWXDol9HPvmrJKOlmZz6mOsTZHJtPsUCW4hofU-8iMnsj8dPU8epza5LKl9-yxhS8YkFsV-QlXpef1CGCo/s1600/palada+pradhaman+005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDQ8bzlvm2_QfNNI8gPs1jXPc0ayPH2iw-hj0miUwheDuGKmmN1LpOLcxE8giWXDol9HPvmrJKOlmZz6mOsTZHJtPsUCW4hofU-8iMnsj8dPU8epza5LKl9-yxhS8YkFsV-QlXpef1CGCo/s320/palada+pradhaman+005.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
In a pressure cooker, add milk,water, sugar and ada. Cook on medium heat until the cooker releases one whistle. Turn off the heat </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlNkBWUfm-lzerFUWE-jCxp97hEWKHSRrdbjicn0v-hvoNl_0o1LF78pdWoyhfDAlqjYOPV15HqslXnEMY3rjdrsqBIIRQQ_E7p8xPTwxgJUzHV1fXAKBY7unLymVkLHGhkQEAoyUffOnG/s1600/palada+pradhaman+011.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlNkBWUfm-lzerFUWE-jCxp97hEWKHSRrdbjicn0v-hvoNl_0o1LF78pdWoyhfDAlqjYOPV15HqslXnEMY3rjdrsqBIIRQQ_E7p8xPTwxgJUzHV1fXAKBY7unLymVkLHGhkQEAoyUffOnG/s320/palada+pradhaman+011.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
Wait till it’s safe to open the cooker <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">(instead of making it in a cooker, you can heat milk, sugar and ada in a thick bottom kadhai and stir continuously until it reaches a thick consistency, but a pressure cooker helps you save time) </span></i></span><br />
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</i></span> Open the cooker and you’ll notice that the pradhaman has changed to a light pink colour <br />
The payasam shouls now be of a slightly thick consistency. <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;">(If not, stir gently on a medium flame for another 10mintes) </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEntP4AdiJroZCKpPbHZI3YLvx-V3wNdrhgLKuqHmRbYV_4lBLFOysaM4njzCVxdNX_aElL1AlXd7Cj20MUaT9f3bCzO8t3yVWmNtubcMGBCboOf5XmhpPyTGW6LXkqxfXQoSVT9v3k1sB/s1600/palada+pradhaman+012.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEntP4AdiJroZCKpPbHZI3YLvx-V3wNdrhgLKuqHmRbYV_4lBLFOysaM4njzCVxdNX_aElL1AlXd7Cj20MUaT9f3bCzO8t3yVWmNtubcMGBCboOf5XmhpPyTGW6LXkqxfXQoSVT9v3k1sB/s320/palada+pradhaman+012.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;"></span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;"><i><br />
</i></span>Add powdered cardamom and fried cashwenuts n raisins… <br />
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Serve hot or chilled! Enjoy your feast! <br />
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79;"><i> Benefits of making pradhaman in a pressure cooker: </i></span></b><br />
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<ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">It’s faster </span></li>
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<li>It’s less stressful as you don’t need to keep stirring for hours together </li>
<li>It helps in quick caramalisation of the sugar (so you get that pink colour faster) </li>
<li>It tastes exactly like the traditional palada pradhaman </li>
<li>It is the easiest way to make this yummy dessert!</li>
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<div style="display: inline !important;"><div style="display: inline !important;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-size: small; font-weight: normal;">Try it and post your comments...</span></span></b></span></span></b></span></span></div></div></div><div style="color: #990000; font-size: xx-large; font-weight: bold;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-size: small; font-weight: normal;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">Yours Tastefully!</span></b></span></span></span></div></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-8505238315829546332011-04-13T10:27:00.003+05:302011-05-26T10:28:03.288+05:30Tomato Thokku/ Tomato Pickle<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">A few weeks ago, my friend <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">(Virgie)</span></i> suggested that I should post a recipe with tomatoes since they are dead cheap and are available in plenty these days. So I picked up 2kgs of pretty and juicy red tomatoes. I had to come up with some solution to put them to use before they all go stale. <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">“Tomato Thokku” </span></b>was the best option I could think of. This tomato pickle can be refrigerated and used for months together. It’s typically a recipe from Andhra Pradesh<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;"> (with my twist) </span></i></span><br />
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</i></span><b>Preparation time: </b>10minutes <br />
<b>Cooking time:</b> 2 hours <br />
<b>Serves:</b> many<br />
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1 tbsp turmeric powder <br />
1 tbsp mustard seeds <br />
1/2 tsp methi seeds <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">(fenugreek seeds) </span></i><br />
1/4 tsp hing <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">(asafoetida)</span></i><br />
1 tbsp black salt <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">(kala namak) </span></i><br />
salt to taste <br />
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<b>For tempering:</b> <br />
¾ cup gingelly oil <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">(sesame oil) </span></i><br />
2tbsp mustard seeds <br />
5-6 sliced garlic pods <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">(optional) </span></i><br />
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<b>Step-by-step: </b></span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPFDOCBZSIynwkjoFLQboUFhCmaTC99f0T6K7xDV4PxDxWvxSIQPJ-QP80QBwWyqBk4ECeWs6I-FAmln3OLeOpgZhYyiHAer6H7c3qSv2CipRdvsAf9OiJfaHztWu1JvX3fSi8kcno8i7e/s1600/new+087.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPFDOCBZSIynwkjoFLQboUFhCmaTC99f0T6K7xDV4PxDxWvxSIQPJ-QP80QBwWyqBk4ECeWs6I-FAmln3OLeOpgZhYyiHAer6H7c3qSv2CipRdvsAf9OiJfaHztWu1JvX3fSi8kcno8i7e/s320/new+087.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Wash and chop tomatoes into big pieces <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">(ideally blanch them and remove the skin, but I was lazy) </span></i></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiON5TuReWAk96V6eLMJLI9KEiUMoc8BWGnIyo335gnV1Ml-4rso1lp82wjABpgN4cdWvaP2Iq9SaGNUWbblr-T5r6SaEL-6oMbEUHWC8mETDAzhZMSyD5dyF-nXxmUjMzbLipYlvVAz3YT/s1600/new+094.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiON5TuReWAk96V6eLMJLI9KEiUMoc8BWGnIyo335gnV1Ml-4rso1lp82wjABpgN4cdWvaP2Iq9SaGNUWbblr-T5r6SaEL-6oMbEUHWC8mETDAzhZMSyD5dyF-nXxmUjMzbLipYlvVAz3YT/s320/new+094.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Heat a non-stick pan. Tip in the chopped tomatoes, cover and let it cook <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">(occasionally, give it a stir and </span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">keep mashing them)</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">(Almost forgot about the tomatoes?)</span></i> The tomatoes will be soft and mushy by now. Keep stirring so that they do not stick to the pan. <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">(Allow the tomatoes to cook in the water that it releases. DO NOT add extra water, at any point of time!) </span></i></span><br />
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</i></span> All the moisture from the tomatoes should completely evaporate <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">(at this stage, some people like adding a tbsp of tamarind pulp)</span></i> add salt, chilli and turmeric powder. Mix well and let it cook. Keep stirring. Now it should look almost dry <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">(will take approximately 2 hours) </span></i></span><br />
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</i></span> Heat gingelly oil in a pan. When hot, add 2 tbsp mustard seeds. After it crackles add garlic <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">(if using, you can add a few curry leaves too!)</span></i> and asafoetida <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">(hmmm…smelling good!!) </span></i></span><br />
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</i></span> Pour the hot oil mixture into the tomato mix and give it a good stir. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Add 2tbsp of pickle powder <i style="color: #cc0000;">(the one you ground) </i>and stir</span><br />
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</i></span> Tastes excellent with chapattis, curd rice or dosas too! <br />
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<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">Whenever you feel lazy, just remember to pull out the magic bottle from your refrigerator and enjoy! </span></i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;"><b><i>Yours tastefully! </i></b></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I am sending this recipe to </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'GFS Neohellenic'; font-size: 18px; line-height: 24px;"><span style="color: lime; text-decoration: none;"><a href="http://priyaeasyntastyrecipes.blogspot.com/2010/01/cooking-with-seeds-host-line-up.html" style="color: #38a424; text-decoration: none;">Cooking With Seeds Event(CWS)</a> </span><span style="text-decoration: none;">by Priya Ramesh and </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;"><a href="http://kiranjay.blogspot.com/2011/04/cooking-with-seeds-eventcws-mustard.html">http://kiranjay.blogspot.com/2011/04/cooking-with-seeds-eventcws-mustard.html</a></span><br />
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</span></div></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-70043481470974321232011-04-11T10:14:00.006+05:302011-06-06T19:04:08.990+05:30Sabudana Khichdi<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I tasted <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;"><b>“Sabudana Khichdi’</b></span></i> for the first time at my aunt’s place almost a decade back. And this was the first time I was introduced to this divine dish! I instantly learnt how to make it. It was easier ‘cos I watched her through the entire process <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">(didn’t take long)</span></i> It’s a Maharashtrian breakfast which is very tasty and extremely filling. In fact, Maharashtrians have sabudana khichdi, milk and fruits on their days of fasting. <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">(What an awesome way to fast! It’s got most of my favourite ingredients like potatoes, peanuts, and coconut)</span></i> It’s a very tricky dish ‘cos if it comes out well, it tastes heavenly or it can get soggy and sticky <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">(first timers be a little careful!)</span></i> </span><br />
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<b>Preparation time:</b> 20 minutes plus time to soak sabudana <br />
<b>Cooking time:</b> 15minutes <br />
<b>Serves:</b> 3-4 <br />
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<b>You need: </b></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHygCCOkj8UynTXD5CLLT0TVZM1VQdYWKoL8UfVKleEgPaAl4INuFE8IjQeOk02TBM8IFi2maI7IcpUCcFNcPSB0Ql4NqFtintson6f497rhwd45PjfeKnkQemvOJ4bcYZH2eTMa1SwKRn/s1600/Sabudana+khichdi+007.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHygCCOkj8UynTXD5CLLT0TVZM1VQdYWKoL8UfVKleEgPaAl4INuFE8IjQeOk02TBM8IFi2maI7IcpUCcFNcPSB0Ql4NqFtintson6f497rhwd45PjfeKnkQemvOJ4bcYZH2eTMa1SwKRn/s320/Sabudana+khichdi+007.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">2 cups sabudana <br />
½ tsp sugar <br />
salt to taste <br />
3 potatoes <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">(peeled and cubed)</span></i> <br />
½ cup peanuts <br />
few coriander leaves <br />
1 tbsp grated coconut <br />
2 tbsp oil <br />
1 tsp jeera <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">(cumin seeds) </span></i><br />
2 green chillies <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">(chopped fine) </span></i><br />
juice of half a lemon <br />
2tsp ghee <br />
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</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Step-by-step:</b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Wash sabudana thoroughly <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">(till all the fine powders are removed) </span></i>Leave very little water in the bowl so that the sabudana can soak it up and become soft <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">(do not leave excess water or the sabudana pearls will stick to each other)</span></i> Leave it overnight <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">(or for 8 hours) </span></i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;"></span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;"><i><br />
</i></span>First thing in the morning, r</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">un to check your sabudana</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">(am sure it’s looking perfect!)</span></i> just give it a toss, add a little salt and sugar</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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</i></span>Simultaneously, put the potatoes in the microwave <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">(of course in a microwave safe bowl)</span></i> on high, for just 5 minutes </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGIquvHx6nlEAj9oTOqcsYxpSxbUqfDDRkL5GxJGbWPTry084DepHzAsnXnHdwPd2sw2IrrEyi9aYvk-7muqT00_S8mmCV2Q7kzxCsDufRElMzFF7FNbY6dyiJCDL-_qhU58Bw9hnAQ_nX/s1600/Sabudana+khichdi+017.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGIquvHx6nlEAj9oTOqcsYxpSxbUqfDDRkL5GxJGbWPTry084DepHzAsnXnHdwPd2sw2IrrEyi9aYvk-7muqT00_S8mmCV2Q7kzxCsDufRElMzFF7FNbY6dyiJCDL-_qhU58Bw9hnAQ_nX/s320/Sabudana+khichdi+017.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Chop coriander; toss it along with the peanuts and grated coconut into the sabudana </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
Take the same pan <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">(in which you roasted peanuts)</span></i> heat 2tbsp oil <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">(keep the flame low)</span></i> wait for the oil to heat up, then add the cumin <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">(Warning:turn on your chimney, you’ll know why!)</span></i> once the jeera starts changing colour throw in the green chilles and give it a stir. Now drain and add the partly cooked potatoes</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFBhnR3urMNimkVALLEV0gKeTW4dz56QrGTj-HWDWXznyNRoqoE6rNNP5iqRRdwuYNt6YlBdhLnASootSaS_jiocrVvxap2GqCdAk3XyrJgyV_PQj7Gh4OOyveHB-OsEsHwnk6ciD-NUuI/s1600/Sabudana+khichdi+016.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFBhnR3urMNimkVALLEV0gKeTW4dz56QrGTj-HWDWXznyNRoqoE6rNNP5iqRRdwuYNt6YlBdhLnASootSaS_jiocrVvxap2GqCdAk3XyrJgyV_PQj7Gh4OOyveHB-OsEsHwnk6ciD-NUuI/s320/Sabudana+khichdi+016.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Sprinkle a little salt on top of the potatoes </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
Let it fry for a couple of minutes. Add this into the sabudana and give it a mix <br />
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Transfer into a microwave safe bowl and let it cook for 4 minutes. Pull it out and give it another mix <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">(so it’s evenly cooked)</span></i> and put it back into the microwave for another 4 minutes. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;"><i>(the sago would have turned translucent from white, which is when you know it's done) </i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Let it remain in the microwave for 2minutes </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
Take it out, pour the ghee on top and decorate it with a couple of lemon wedges, roasted peanuts and a few coriander leaves </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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Serve steaming hot sabudana khichdi for a delicious day!!! <br />
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<b>Tips:</b> <br />
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<ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>ALWAYS</b>, savour steaming sabudana khichdi ‘cos cold sabudana tastes horrible <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #bf9000;">(don’t even try it!) </span></i></span></li>
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">
<li><b>NEVER</b> cover the bowl during the cooking process since you might end up with a rubbery khichdi </li>
<li><b>DO NOT</b> add or sprinkle water in this dish at any time </li>
<li><b>GO ON</b> and blindly follow this recipe to make sumptuous sabudana khichdi </li>
</span></ul><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;"><b>Yours tastefully!!</b></span></span></div></div></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;"><b><br />
</b></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px;"><i>Sending this to<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #351c75;"> </span><a href="http://cooking4allseasons.blogspot.com/2011/04/celebrating-blog-birthday-with.html">Srivalli's Breakfast Mela</a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #351c75;">.</span></i></span></b></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #351c75;"><br />
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</i></b></span></span></div></div>Binithahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02462024264613659089noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7441107624534474138.post-65413868581717615472011-04-08T13:45:00.003+05:302011-05-26T16:39:42.955+05:30Bisibelebath<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Since I started this week with a sweet from Karnataka <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(<a href="http://yourstastefully.blogspot.com/2011/04/kesari-bhath-rava-kesari.html">Kesari bhath</a>)</span></i>, I thought I’ll end it with another favourite dish of Karnataka. This dish has been a childhood favourite of mine. <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">Bisibelebath</span></b> is also called<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;"><b> “Bisi bele huli anna”</b></span> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;"><i>(In Kannada, bisi=hot, bele=dal, huli=tamarind,anna=rice) </i></span>can be termed the <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">"king"</span></i> of Kannadiga cuisine. Having lived in Bangalore <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(Karnataka)</span></i> all my life, it would be unfair if I don’t share this recipe. I enjoy this heavy but nutritious dish and yet feel healthy as it has everything…rice, dal and veggies… <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(ideal for kids!)</span></i> This is a perfect one-pot meal for a weekend lunch or brunch . The recipe list seems long but it’s worth the trouble</span><br />
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</div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Preparation time:</b> 30 minutes <br />
<b>Cooking time:</b> 30minutes <br />
<b>Serves:</b> 5-6</span><br />
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</span></span></div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">You need: </span></b><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">¾ cup rice <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(I used sona masoori) </span></i><br />
½ cup toor dal<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;"> (pigeon pea) </span></i><br />
1 cup vegetables – carrot,beans,potato<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(cut into medium size)</span></i><br />
1 cup peanuts <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(raw) </span></i><br />
¼ tsp turmeric powder <br />
lemon size tamarind</span><br />
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</span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>For the Bisibelebath masala powder: </b><br />
2tsp dhania <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(coriander seeds)</span></i><br />
3 tsp urad dal <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(black gram) </span></i><br />
3 tsp channa dal <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(bengal gram)</span></i><br />
¼ tsp methi seeds <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(fenugreek seeds) </span></i><br />
5 red chillies <br />
a fairly large pinch of hing <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(asafoetida) </span></i><br />
¼ cup grated copra <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(desiccated coconut) </span></i><br />
salt to taste<br />
2tsp cooking oil</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>To Garnish:</b><br />
Ghee <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;"><i>(as required)</i></span></span><br />
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Step-by-step: </span></b><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Soak tamarind in a cup of warm water and extract the juice. </span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Pressure cook rice with dal, veggies and peanuts with double the water <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(for two whistles)</span></i> <br />
Meanwhile let’s make the masala for the bisi bele bath <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(either you can double the quantity, make and store this masala or make it fresh each time) </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiutFNuUactowmWe-Xz_pI54n52Pa1TG3Psn7OYFK2SrNbH5LAFe93YqSuchEHawjsyUUmfihej6y03ZhVOxLplFMHduF0roS3XSCqSEjnkfAjmqXW-JjHRfuWlaYgaAo72PWUOZMOB2A0/s1600/bisibele+bath+007.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiutFNuUactowmWe-Xz_pI54n52Pa1TG3Psn7OYFK2SrNbH5LAFe93YqSuchEHawjsyUUmfihej6y03ZhVOxLplFMHduF0roS3XSCqSEjnkfAjmqXW-JjHRfuWlaYgaAo72PWUOZMOB2A0/s320/bisibele+bath+007.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;"></span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;"><i><br />
</i></span>Heat 2 tsp of oil in a pan and roast <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(on low fire)</span></i> coriander seeds, urad dal, channa dal, methi seeds, red chilies and asafoetida <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(roast till the dals turn brown) </span></i><br />
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Add the ground masala powder and 1/2 cup of water to the boiling mixture. Stir well and cook for 2-3 minutes </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Open the cooker, pour this mixture in and mix them thoroughly <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">( the rice and dals should be mashed, so don't be careful while stirring!) </span></i><br />
Bisibelebath is ready!! <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #b45f06;">(this dish thickens as you keep it. It needs to be steaming hot and slightly watery, that's the best way to eat it!) </span></i><br />
Pull out your plates and you'll see this dish vanish in no time!<br />
Garnish with ghee<br />
Serve hot with potato wafers or mixture</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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<i><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">Yours tastefully!!</span></b></i></span><br />
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