tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-44068548385769687532024-03-17T10:39:55.875+03:00From My Own KitchenEnjoy Cooking...... that makes it easy and tasty.....Ruxana Gafoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10213910361094707732noreply@blogger.comBlogger234125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406854838576968753.post-84528081392159763372019-12-09T15:14:00.001+03:002019-12-09T20:32:45.854+03:00Mushroom Masala Recipe/Mushroom Masala Gravy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Like Paneer dishes Mushrooms are also cooked once in a while.But unlike Paneer there is cleaning part included in Mushrooms which is a bit time consuming.This time my Hubby bought some canned Mushrooms and I prepared this Mushroom masala curry.Recently we had this Mushroom Masala from a Restaurant.So tried re creating the same at home.The gravy was licked completely by everyone,meaning all of them really enjoyed it to the core.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">As I have mentioned it was canned mushrooms,there was not much of cleaning.I washed it well and then drained it putting it in a strainer for sometime.This gravy tastes best with Chapati,Naan even Ghee rice and Jeera rice.Now off to the recipe.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u>Ingredients</u></span><br />
<span style="color: red; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><i><u>To Marinate</u></i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Mushroom 250 gm</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Yoghurt 1</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: medium;">1/2</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Pepper powder 1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">kashmiri chilli powder 1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Corn flour 1 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Oil to shallow fry</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Salt as needed</span><br />
<span style="color: red; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><i><u>For the Gravy</u></i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Onion 1 medium finely chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Ginger 1/2 '' piece</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Garlic 4 cloves</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Green chillies 2</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Chilly powder 1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Garam masala powder 1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Turmeric powder 1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Cumin seeds 1/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Water 1</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: medium;">1/2</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Cashew nuts 10 </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Tomato 1 large</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Capsicum chopped 1/4 cup (optional)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Water 1</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: medium;">1/2</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Coriander leaves chopped 1/4 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Oil 2 tbsp (you can use the oil used for frying Mushrooms)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Clean and cut each Mushroom into halves.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-In a bowl add all the ingredients under 'to marinate' except the Mushrooms.Mix this well.Now add the Mushrooms and mix well coating the Mushroom pieces.Keep this aside for 15 to 20 minutes and then shallow fry the mushrooms.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Soak the Cashew nuts in hot water for sometime and blend into a smooth paste.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Blend the roughly chopped tomatoes.</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Grind together the ginger garlic and green chillies</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Heat a kadayi/wok and add oil.Add the cumin seeds.When the cumin seeds splutter add in the chopped onion.Saute for 2 minutes and add the ginger garlic and green chilly paste.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-When the Onion turns transparent lower the flame and add the chilly powder turmeric and pepper powder mix well.</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Now add the blend Tomato and saute well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Add the Capsicum and mix well.Now add 1</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">1/2</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> cup water and Salt.Let the gravy boil for 2-3 minutes.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now add the fried Mushrooms and garam masala,mix well,close the lid and cook for 2-3 minutes.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Add the Cashew paste and the Coriander leaves.Let it boil well.Switch Off the flame and serve.</span><br />
<br />Ruxana Gafoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10213910361094707732noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406854838576968753.post-70235805955653725722019-11-16T07:32:00.000+03:002019-11-16T07:32:31.897+03:00Watermelon N Pomegranate Juice<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">The climate is slowly changing with the Ac's On and Off.Last year we had rain from the month of October itself but now it is half of November,but still not that much rain.Few days back it drizzled a little.Mornings are a little cold but again afternoons are very hot.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">And today's recipe is something I thought I will post before the climate changes completely into winter.It's a mixed juice with two lovely fruits.You don't have to add much water as the Watermelon is 90% water and together mixed with Pomegranate it gives a beautiful bright color to the cooler.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Off to the simple recipe:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u>Ingredients</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Watermelon cubed 3 cups</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Pomegranate kernals 1/2 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Sugar 2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Cold Water or Ice cubes 1/4 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u>Method</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-In a blender add all the ingredients and blitz till smooth.Pour into a tall glass and serve.</span>Ruxana Gafoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10213910361094707732noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406854838576968753.post-30075606278855068372019-11-11T00:49:00.001+03:002019-11-11T10:11:04.468+03:00Eggless Gulab Jamun/Gulab Jamun Using Milk Powder Recipe<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Today is the 10 th of November and time for our MFB challenge.But this time there's a difference because this would be the last MFB Challenge.A beautiful challenge which ran for almost 3 years.Anyways,today's theme was to select any one from all those themes done in this year,it could be the one you missed or you can repeat any.I chose the one from which I missed ..'Your Favorite Mom Food'</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">A few other themes I participated are :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2018/12/shirini-kishmishi-iranian-raisins.html">Shirini Kishmishi-Iranian Raisins Cookies</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2019/02/pomegranate-pineapple-salad.html">Pomegranate Pineapple Salad</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2019/05/sweet-corn-chicken-soup.html">Sweet Corn Chicken Soup</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2019/07/coffee-milkshake.html"><span id="goog_807975925"></span>Coffee Milkshake</a><span id="goog_807975926"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2019/10/omelette-cheese-sandwich.html">Omelette Cheese Sandwich</a></span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">As such I enjoy all the food my umma cooks specially her Desserts and Biriyani.I remember when we were young how we loved eating Gulab jamuns.But it would be either from some bakeries or Dad's North Indian friends home parties.But then Umma started preparing and we used to finish it off so quickly.There used to be a beautifully designed glass jar and she used to store gulab jamuns in that and it would be on the dining table.I and my siblings have a sweet tooth from my dad and his relatives side,where they all loved kheers,sweets desserts and his sisters used to have an extra spoon of sugar in their tea and juices too.But we don't like our tea and coffee that sweet.My mother is someone who doesn't like sweets.She is not that interested in juices and rather prefer eating those fruits.She had to take sweets often forcefully when her sugar level goes down. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">You can double the ingredients for more quantity.Now over to the recipe:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u>Ingredients</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Milk powder 5 tbsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Maida/All purpose Flour 1/2 tbsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Semolina 1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Ghee/Clarified Butter 1/2 tbsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Baking Soda 1/8 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Yogurt 1 tbsp (or as needed )</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Oil to deep fry the jamuns</span><br />
<span style="color: red; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><i><u>For the Syrup</u></i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Sugar 3/4 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Water 1</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: medium;">1/4</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Green Cardamom 2-3 </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Rose water 1 tsp (optional)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Pistachios to garnish</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u>Instructions</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-First prepare the Sugar syrup by boiling the water and sugar along with the cardamom pods in a saucepan.Boil till it turns sticky.Add the rose water and lemon juice,mix and keep this on very low flame.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Meanwhile prepare the dough for the jamuns.In a bowl add the Milk powder,baking soda,Semolina and the flour.Mix well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Add ghee to it and mix well.Now add the yogurt little by little to form a smooth dough.The dough should not be dry or it will have cracks while rolling.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now pinch out equal portions and roll into small smooth balls.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Heat oil in a kadayi.When hot(not smoky hot) fry these balls on medium heat.It should cook well inside,so keep the flame on medium low.Keep stirring lightly to cook it uniformly</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Fry till golden brown.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now add these balls into the sugar syrup and switch off the flame.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Let it soak well.After 2-3 hours you can either serve these with Vanilla Ice cream or just with a little </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Pistachios</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> garnished on top. </span><br />
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Ruxana Gafoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10213910361094707732noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406854838576968753.post-36611670481741756902019-11-05T07:21:00.000+03:002019-11-05T07:21:40.866+03:00Varutharacha Njandu Curry / Crab In Roasted Coconut Gravy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Usually whenever there is Crab in the market my Hubby used to buy, but now it's been sometime we cooked any Crab dishes.Mainly it was because nobody at home is that interested in this sea food like before.But 2-3 days back seeing these large Crabs my hubby purchased and told to make masala or <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2013/02/njanducrab-fry.html">just fry them</a>,as side for chapatis.But I had a little grated coconut leftover which I wanted to finish ,so I prepared this varutharacha curry(curry made with roasted coconut).</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Having it after a long time, everyone enjoyed the food well and i</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">t paired well with Chapatis.You can have it with Pathiris also.Pathiris with roasted coconut gravy curries is compared to as pairs made in Heaven.Off to the recipe</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Crab cleaned 600 gms</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Onion 2 sliced</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Tomato 1 large chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Ginger chopped 1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Garlic chopped 3/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Green Chilly 1 slit</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Chilly powder 1 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Pepper powder 1/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Curry leaves a few</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Oil 2 tbsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Salt 1/2 tsp or as per taste </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Coconut grated 1 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Shallots 3 chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Garlic 1 clove</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Fennel seeds 3/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Cinnamon 1/2'' piece</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Cardamom 2</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Cloves 3 </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Turmeric powder 1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Coriander powder 1 tbsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Chilly powder 1/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Curry leaves a few</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Heat oil in a pressure cooker and saute the onion, ginger and garlic.Add in the green chilly and curry leaves.Saute till the onion turns translucent.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Add in the tomatoes and when the tomatoes turn mushy add the chilly and pepper powder.Mix well.Add 1/4 cup water.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-When it boils,add the cleaned crab pieces and curry leaves,mix well and close the lid of the pressure cooker.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Keep the flame on medium for two whistles.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Meanwhile heat a frying pan and add the grated coconut,add in the shallots and garlic and saute for 2 minutes.Now add </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Fennel seeds c</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">innamon,</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">cardamom,c</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">loves,turmeric powder,coriander powder and the curry leaves and saute well till the coconut turns crisp and a nice aroma comes.In the end keep the flame on low and add the chilly powder and mix well.Switch off the flame.Keep aside to cool and then grind it with 1/4 cup water into a smooth paste.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-After 2 whistles switch off the flame.Allow the pressure to go by itself.When</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> the steam has completely gone,open the lid and a</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">dd the coconut paste.You can wash the jar with a little water and add it to the curry.Mix well,check the salt and add if needed.Let it boil well add a few more curry leaves and switch off the flame.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">After my<a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2019/10/inji-puli-puli-inji-instant-ginger.html"> Inji Puli</a> recipe,here I am with another condiment.Two days back I was planning to prepare the usual chammanti when suddenly my eyes got stuck on a Kiwi lying inside my fruit basket.Thought why not try adding this to the chammanthi, also the fruit was not all that sweet.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">It didn't make much a difference so was taken by the family as usual excluding my kids who are not very interested in chammanthis.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Kiwi 1 </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Coconut grated 3/4 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Green chillies 2-3</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Garlic 1 clove</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Coriander leaves chopped 1/4 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Salt as needed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Lime juice 2 -3 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u>Procedure</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Peel the Kiwi and cut into half and discard the middle white portion.Then cut into pieces.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Add everything except lime juice, in the small jar of the mixer and grind it into a smooth paste. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Transfer to a bowl add lime juice and mix well and serve.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Today's recipe is an item served as a part of the Sadhya,an instant mixed flavored pickle(not exactly a pickle).The main ingredient is the ginger which helps digestion and the other ingredients tamarind,jaggary and green chillies which brings out the spicy tangy lip smacking flavours.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">You can prepare this either by first only sauteing the chopped ginger till crisp ,taking it out and then proceeding with the gravy and lastly adding back the ginger.But I have prepared it in one go and found it easier.Also you can add the jaggery directly to the gravy,but I always prefer straining it and then adding.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Here I prepare this often and is every body's favorite.You can check my<a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2014/06/naranga-curryinstant-lemon-pickle.html"> instant Lemon pickle</a> also.Off to the recipe:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u>Ingredients</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Ginger 250 g (finely chopped)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Tamarind 30g (Lemon size )</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Hot Water (to soak tamarind) 1/2 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Green chillies 5-6 as per spice level(finely chopped)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Jaggery 110 g</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Kashmiri chilly powder 1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Turmeric 1/4</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Coconut oil 3-4 tbsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Curry leaves a few</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Dry chilly 2</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Mustard seeds 1/4 tsp</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Soak the tamarind in hot water for sometime and then squeeze out the extract.Keep this aside.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Heat jaggery with 1/4 cup water till it melts and then strain and keep aside.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Heat a wide pan,add oil and splutter the mustard seeds.Then add in the curry leaves and </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">the dry chilly</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now add in the finely chopped ginger and Green chillies saute till golden brown and crisp.(When done there is a crispy sound while sauteing the ginger)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Add the tamarind water.Add the turmeric,chilly powder and salt.Mix well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now add the strained jaggery syrup and mix every thing stirring well on medium high flame.Cook until the gravy thickens.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Once thickened Off the flame.When cooled transfer into a clean jar.</span><br />
<br />Ruxana Gafoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10213910361094707732noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406854838576968753.post-86117438606950061762019-10-11T00:04:00.001+03:002019-10-19T11:02:05.856+03:00Omelette Cheese Sandwich<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Hello Friends..I am here after a short break.Today is another 10 th of the month and ready for the MFB Challenge.There was a 2 month break for this challenge due to vacation.Today the theme is Sandwiches.If you have school going children then I am sure such Moms would have a wide variety of Sandwich ideas haha..</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Today's sandwich is one which we make often in our house.Actually I used to have these during my school days too.It is a simple omelette cheese sandwich.You can have this with or without cheese.But I prefer adding cheese for kids lunch box.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">You can also check my <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2018/10/chicken-mayonnaise-sandwich.html">Chicken Mayonnaise Sandwich</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Off to the recipe:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Bread slices 2</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Eggs 2</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Onion 1 finely chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Green Chillies 2-3 chopped(as your spice level)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Salt as needed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp(optional)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Cheese (slice or triangular one) 1 or 2</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Oil 2 tsp</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-In a bowl break open the eggs and add in the chopped onion,green chillies turmeric powder and salt.mix well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Heat a frying pan and add oil.swirl the pan so that the oil is spread on all sides and bottom well.Now pour the egg mixture.Cover it with a lid for about 2 minutes.Open the lid and carefully flip the Omelette and cook till the eggs are done. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now take a slice of bread and place the Omelette and on top place the cheese and cover it with another slice of bread and serve. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Now here the summer is at its peak</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">.Every time the refrigerator is open and shut for sipping juices or lemonades by the kids.I usually prepare something which can be consumed for 2-3 days like the puddings or fruit salads,which can cool ourselves.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2019/06/nutty-pudding-cashew-nut-pudding.html">-Cashew nut Pudding</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2014/11/tender-coconut-puddingelaneer-pudding.html">-Tender Coconut Pudding</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2015/11/apple-sago-kheerapple-sago-payasam.html">-Apple Sago Kheer</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2012/10/rice-kheerpayasam.html"><span id="goog_964430546"></span>-Rice Kheer</a><span id="goog_964430547"></span></span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">I am usually a Coffee person.Though tea is made always for my family excluding my younger ones,whenever I am in a mood to fresh myself or making a morning/evening drink just for my self and I am in a mood to stretch myself and enjoy a warm drink I always go for coffee.I drink tea but rarely a milk tea and mostly it's Sulaimani (black tea).Now due to the high humidity nobody</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> wants a warm or hot drink,so I have changed my hot Coffee to a cold one,a milkshake and now my whole family loves it!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Now let me remind you all today is the 10th of the month and as usual the day for our MFB Challenge.The theme given this time is to prepare 'thirst quenchers'.The ones I prepare in a jiff are with Watermelon like <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2012/11/crushed-watermelon-drink.html">this one </a>and <a href="https://www.blogger.com/"><span id="goog_964430563"></span>this<span id="goog_964430564"></span></a> or simple lemonades or fruit lemonades like<a href="https://www.blogger.com/"><span id="goog_964430568"></span> this one<span id="goog_964430569"></span></a> and<a href="https://www.blogger.com/"><span id="goog_964430572"></span> this one<span id="goog_964430573"></span></a>.Also I do prepare Milkshakes like <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/search/label/Milkshake">these</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Instant Coffee powder 3/4 to1 tsp(according to the taste and flavor you prefer,I used Nescafe)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Hot water 3 tbsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Chilled Milk 250 ml</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Sugar 2-3 tsp</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Dissolve the Coffee powder in hot water.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now in a blender add the milk,sugar and the coffee concoction and blend till smooth.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Pour into the glass and enjoy.</span><br />
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Ruxana Gafoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10213910361094707732noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406854838576968753.post-1159494153102869082019-06-17T23:51:00.000+03:002019-06-17T23:51:41.470+03:00Nutty Pudding / Cashew Nut Pudding <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Hello everybody!I am here after the Eid celebration.I wanted to post this pudding during Eid but couldn't because this time eid was declared very late so got busy with the sudden eid preparations.Everything was done in a hurry-burry from cleaning,ironing to the morning preparations.But Alhamdulillah everything went fine,and we reached on time for the Eid prayers :).Also enjoyed two bus trips with family and friends the after days..</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Today's recipe as mentioned is a delicious melt in mouth </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">pudding </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">with those slight nutty bites.A simple agar agar milk pudding with cashew nuts.Whenever we crave for an agar agar pudding ,this is the one we often make and add a praline topping.So here goes the recipe:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Milk 4 cups</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Agar agar (china grass) 10 g</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Condensed Milk 1 tin</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Sugar 3-4 tbsp or as per taste</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Water 1/2 Cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Cashew nuts 50-60 g</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Cashew nuts 25 g</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Sugar 3 tbsp</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-</span><span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif; font-size: large;">Dry roast the cashew nuts for a minute and then powder it using a blender.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Cut the China grass stripes</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">into small pieces</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">.Wash and then squeeze</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">to remove</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> the excess water.</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">In a sauce pan a</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">dd this along with 1/2 cup water</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">and let it melt completely.Keep stirring at intervals. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">-Meanwhile in another large saucepan add milk,condensed milk and sugar.Keep this on medium flame.Let it boil.Again,keep stirring so that it does not get burnt.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">-Once the China grass has melted completely,off the flame and add this to the boiling milk mixture.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">-Also add the roasted and powdered cashew nuts.Mix well using whisk.</span></span><span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif; font-size: large;">Make sure there are no lumps.Now</span><span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif; font-size: large;"> switch off the flame.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif; font-size: large;">-Pour this mixture into a pudding tray and allow it to set.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif; font-size: large;">-</span><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">To prepare the praline: <span style="background-color: white;">Heat a pan
and add sugar. Let the sugar melt and start to boil. Reduce the heat and when the sugar turns golden in color. Switch off the flame, add the Cashew nuts and mix
well and pour the whole mixture on a greased counter top or aluminium foil. Once it is completely cooled, break them to pieces or crush them in a blender.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white;">-Now spread this on top of the set Nutty Pudding.Cut into desired shape and serve cold.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white;"> Do try and let me know :)</span></span><br />
<br />Ruxana Gafoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10213910361094707732noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406854838576968753.post-36224361944578400162019-05-22T00:23:00.000+03:002019-05-22T11:47:09.383+03:00Varutharacha Chicken Curry/Chicken In Roasted Coconut Gravy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Already the first ten days of Ramadan are over.And as usual the next ten and the last ten would also just fly off.Utilize the best of time for Ibaadah when you are in good health.Circumstances may not be the same always because sometimes I feel I did my Ibaadah better last year compared to how I feel this year.This year I feel I am in a complete packed shedule because in between I have my Physiotherapy sessions and due to the medication I doze off suddenly every now and then.Otherwise I could spent late nights and early mornings completing my recitation.But then everything is His will.And as believers there is reward on being patient.</span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Today's recipe is a Chicken Curry famous in the Malabar part.It is made mostly during Ramadan time and paired with Pathiris.As I have mentioned earlier my hubby is all nadan type food fan and among them one of his favorite curry is this.My Umma makes this curry in a very simple way without much ingredients in the roasting part but it tastes delicious.Here the Chicken curry is made as usual but then the Coconut with a few other ingredients is roasted,then pasted and added to this curry which totally changes the texture,taste and smell of the Curry.The Curry turns a little thicker and the aroma of the roasted coconut just fills the air.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Chicken 700 gm cut into medium pieces</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Onion 2 large finely sliced</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Tomato 1 large or 2 medium chopped</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Ginger 1'' piece finely chopped</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Garlic 5-6 cloves '' ''</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Green chilies 2 slit </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Chilly powder 1/2 tsp</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Kashmiri chilly powder 1 tsp</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Coriander powder 1 tbsp</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Thin Coconut milk 2nd extract 3/4 cup</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">-Heat a pan and add in the rice grains,dry roast till it pops(if you are using rice powder then you can skip this step and directly add the grated coconut) Now add the grated Coconut.Saute for a minute and add the fennel seeds,Shallots and the turmeric powder and dry roast till the Coconut turns golden brown.Switch off the flame and keep this aside.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">-Heat oil in a heavy bottomed pan.Add the Cinnamon Cloves and Cardamom.After a few seconds add in the sliced onion and saute till lightly brown.In between add the ginger,garlic and green chillies.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">-Add the tomatoes and the curry leaves.Saute till the tomatoes turn mushy.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">-Now add all the powders and saute for 2 minutes.Add 1/2 to 3/4 cup of water.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">-When the gravy boils add the cleaned chicken pieces and mix well.Place the lid and let it cook for 20 -25 minutes(till the chicken pieces are cooked).Keep stirring at intervals.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">-Meanwhile grind the roasted coconut with very little water into a smooth paste.Now add this paste to the chicken curry and mix well.Now using the thin extract of coconut milk wash the jar with the remains of the roasted coconut and pour this also into the curry.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; border: 0px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">-Mix well and let the curry boil for 2-3 minutes.Switch off the flame and serve with ghee rice ,pathiris or even chapatis.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Ramadan Kareem to all my readers.Today's recipe is part of the MFB Challenge.This time the theme was simple and Ramadan special Soups.During Ramadan the food consumed is less so what ever we take in at Iftar or Suhoor time is better to make it a healthy and light one for our tummies.Warm drinks are preferred by many like the <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2015/07/thari-kachiyathuthari-kanji-semolina.html">Semolina drink</a> or the <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2014/07/nombu-kanjirice-and-lentil-porridge.html">Nombu Kanji</a> or even <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2018/05/paalooda-malabar-special-iftar-drink.html">Paalooda</a> though the kids love snacks. </span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Soups are light and filling.Among soups I think this Sweet corn Chicken Soup is a favorite of many at least for me and my kids.I used to like soups when I was very small itself but my kids have started their love for soups just recently.Off to this simple recipe.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Chicken 300 g (with bones)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Water 1 l(1/2 + 1/2 l boiling water)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Frozen Sweet corn 1/2 cup (rinsed and drained)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Garlic cloves 2-3</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Egg white of 1 Egg (lightly beaten)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Corn flour 2 tbsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Water 1/4 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Salt as needed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Pepper powder 1/4 -1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Vinegar 1-2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u>Method</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Cook the Chicken with the whole garlic cloves,salt and 1/2 litre of water in a saucepan.Once cooked remove the chicken pieces and the garlic pieces using a slotted spoon and keep aside.Shred the chicken pieces. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now to the Chicken stock add another 2 glasses of boiling water.And add the Sweet corn and let it boil for 5 minutes till the sweet corn gets cooked well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now add the shredded chicken pieces and Pepper powder.Check the salt and add if needed.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now add the egg white from a little height and keep stirring till you find thread like whites floating on top.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Add the Cornflour mix(mix the cornflour with 1/4 cup water until combined) and stir well till the soup turns a little thick.Switch off the flame.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Add the Vinegar and serve warm.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">If you are my regular reader you know about a group I mentioned earlier that I had joined regarding gardening.I was a totally a lazy one in gardening or it would be rather nice to say I didn't know the abc..of it.But attending this class which was just a coincidence- an invitation from another group - has made me a beginner.Last year I had posted my little garden on FB and this time also I grew a few veggies in my little space.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">So today's recipe is from one such veggie from my garden,it's the yellow cucumber well known as Vellarika in our part.I already have a post on my blog.If you are in doubt how this vegetable looks like and for the previous recipe post then you can <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2014/09/vellarikka-thenga-currycucumber-coconut.html">check it here.</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">This is a simple stir fry.On to the recipe:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u>Ingredients</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Vellarika/yellow cucumber 1 medium size</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Onion 1/2 of 1 finely </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">chopped(optional)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Chilly powder 1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Salt as needed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Coconut grated 1/4 cup </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Oil 2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Mustard seeds 1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Curry leaves a few</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u>Method</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Peel the skin and remove the seeds with the help of a spoon.Chop into pieces(I got 2 cups after chopping)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Heat a pan and add oil.Splutter the Mustard seeds and and the curry leaves.Add the onion.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-After a minute add the chopped pieces along with the red chilly powder,turmeric powder and salt.</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">You can add 2-3 spoons of water.</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Cook till soft.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-When cooked well add the grated coconut and mix well.Switch off the flame after 2 minutes.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Serve as a side dish with rice.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Hello Friends,First of all sorry for the delay in posting recipes this year.Actually I had some health issues,which I am feeling better now,Alhamdulillah, but still I am on medicines and physiotherapy.I had to take complete rest and so was not active on any social media.Today feeling better I thought I will post something from my drafts,that is I had the images ready long back,so only I had to do the posting.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">I had a starting trouble doing the post may be not being active on this for long.I didn't know what to start with and thought I will just put the image and recipe but then somehow I started with what came in my mind..I don't know why am I going bla bla bla...hehe..Anyways on to today's recipe.'Kiska' the name may sound little funny because those who know Hindi knows well it means 'Whose' in Hindi language.But then there are many such names which sometimes sounds very funny,weird and sometimes very apt for some dishes mainly in the Malabar area.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Today's dish is similar to a porridge where Wheat is cooked in Coconut milk.This is mostly served as one of the breakfast dishes in the Kannur part post wedding.This is an easy recipe with very less ingredients,only extracting coconut milk and the cooking process is time consuming.But now we get coconut powders and Coconut milk easily in the supermarkets.But I would prefer using the fresh Coconut milk for this recipe.Also you can use a pressure cooker to cook the wheat.Traditionally chopped Onion is also added while cooking.I have not added but you can add or omit.This can be eaten just as it is or with any side dish(curry types) or those of you have a sweet tooth can drizzle some Sugar,Honey or Dates syrup.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u>Ingredients</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Wheat 1 heaped cup </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Water </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">or 3rd extract of coconut milk</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> 3-4 cups </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Thick coconut milk 1</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: medium;">1/4</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">2nd extract of coconut milk 2 cups</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Salt as per taste</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Onion chopped 1/2 of 1 (optional)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u>Method</u> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Wash and soak the wheat for at least one hour.Drain water and keep aside.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Boil water in a deep vessel and add the washed wheat along with salt, or you can Pressure cook it till the grains are cooked well.(You can add the chopped onion also at this time)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Once cooked add the second extract of the coconut milk.Stir well.Let it boil.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-When it starts boiling add the thick coconut milk.Again when it starts boiling,stir well and switch of the flame.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Today is the 10th of February and yes time for our MFB Challenge.Actually my <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2018/12/shirini-kishmishi-iranian-raisins.html">last post </a>was also for this Challenge,then I had gone to India and was back only 3 weeks back,and the hangover has not yet left but I didn't want to miss this easy Challenge.This time it was to prepare something with Rumaan yes Pomegranate,which is a fruit mentioned in the Quran.Other than the peeling part,which now a days has many easy steps,this fruit is a jewel with its lovely bright colour and it's health benefits. Not going into so much of chat now straight to the recipe which is so easy to put in together with an easy dressing and just serve.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">You can add in some other fruits or veggies to make it more colorful.I already have some recipes with Pomegranate like the<a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2017/11/pomegranate-milkshake.html"> Pomegranate Milkshake</a>,<a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2012/10/pomegranate-juice.html">Pomegranate juice</a>,and Salads like <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2018/08/papaya-avocado-salad-with-vinegar-honey.html">this</a>, <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2017/06/chickpeas-pomegranate-salad-guest-post.html">this</a> and <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2015/10/fruit-saladfruit-mix.html">this one</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Pomegranate kernels 1 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Pineapple cubed 1 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Green Capsicum 1 small chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Pepper powder 1/4 tsp or more</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Salt as needed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Olive oil 1 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Lemon juice 1 tsp (optional)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u>Method</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Add everything in a bowl and mix well.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Again another 10th of the month and yes time for our MFB Challenge.This time it's to prepare an Iranian dish.While browsing through their cuisine I found so many rice varieties and Kebabs.And I planned to do Kebab.But suddenly we made a plan to go to India for two weeks as the children have a two weeks break for Winter.As we didn't go to India for the Summer vacation we that time itself had in mind we'll go during winter vacation,but fixing the date took time...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">So keeping this in mind we don't buy groceries in bulk,other than what is needed on daily basis.So I thought I will prepare something with whatever I have or what is left in the pantry to finish off.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">These Persian cookies are one of the famous cookies in Iran.The recipe is so simple with very little ingredients.It tasted more of a dense cake filled with Raisins on every single bite.I added with whatever raisins was left with me.After I baked the first batch I found no raisins projected on top,so for the second batch after I scooped out the batter on the tray I added some raisins on top(may be it was because I used very little of them).So you will find two different looking cookies in my image.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Butter 110 g(at room temperature)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Powdered sugar 1 cup minus 1 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Eggs 2 </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">APF/Maida 1</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">1/4 </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">cup + 1 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Raisins 3/4 cup (I used 1/2 cup)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Vanilla essence 1/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Salt a pinch</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u>Method </u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-In a wide bowl add butter and sugar and using an electric beater beat till creamy (pale and fluffy) .</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Add the eggs one at a time and beat well after each addition till incorporated .</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now add in the vanilla essence and salt.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Reduce the speed of the beater (at the lowest) and slowly add in the flour.Once mixed well s</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">witch off the electric beater and add the Raisins.Using a spatula fold in the raisins. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Line a baking pan with butter paper and scoop out two tsp of the batter on it spacing them 1</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: medium;">1/2</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> - 2 inches apart.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Place it in the preheated oven at 160-170 degree for 12-15 minutes till the sides turn brown.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Once done let it cool completely and then serve.Tastes best the next day. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Today's recipe is something I wanted to post before the
weather</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">completely changes to winter.Actually</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> I </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">wanted to post this during Ramadan.Though I
made this many times during Ramadan didn’t try taking a pic of the same during
that month.</span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">This is best served during summer,as the yogurt gives that cool effect on our body.In the Middle Eastern parts during Ramadan yogurt is a must for many at the Iftar time.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">I had this 1st at a friend's house,who is one among our Tajweed class group.She stays near my Co Sister's house.So every time we meet she invites me to her house.On one such visit to my co sister's house we (me and other two relatives who are also her mates) visited her.Seeing us she wanted to prepare something to treat us but I told her we would be leaving within 5 minutes and just stopped for her invitation.But she was like she wouldn't let us go without having anything.She said she would prepare something very quickly and was taking out bread and yogurt.May be seeing our face as to what she would do quickly with bread and yogurt ,she said it would get ready in just 5 minutes and there was no cooking;and so we waited.And she quickly put in all the ingredients and then did a tadka and prepared this.From far it looked like a pudding slice garnished with something green but then it was this Bread Dahi Vada which tasted yummy.May be this would please those who like that mixed taste.Sweet and spicy along with a little sourness.Already I am a fan of this <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2012/10/sweet-dahi-vadathayir-vadavada-in.html">Dahi Vada </a>,so I had no issues with this too.Also I made some variations to suit my family's taste</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Now on to the recipe:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Bread slices(medium size) 3-4 </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Yogurt 3/4 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Water 3 tbsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Sugar 2-3 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Salt 1/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Cumin powder 1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Chat Masala powder 1/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Green chilly 2 slit</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Oil 1 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Mustard seeds 1/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Split Black gram/Urad dal 1 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Dry red chilly 1</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Curry leaves a few</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Coriander leaves(finely chopped) 1/4 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u>Method</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Trim the edges of the bread slices and keep aside.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-In a bowl add the yogurt,salt,sugar,water,cumin powder,chat masala powder.Mix well using a whisk.If you want you can add one finely chopped chilly or red chilly powder for more spice,but I didn't add.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now take one bread slice and quickly dip both sides in the yogurt and place it on a serving plate.Next take another slice repeat the same way and place it on top of the previous bread.Now repeat it the same way with the other slices also.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Heat a frying pan.Add oil and when the oil turns hot add the mustard seeds,then the urad dal,green chillies,Curry leaves and the dried red chilly.When the urad dal turns golden brown pour this over the set yogurt-bread slices.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Garnish with the chopped coriander leaves and before serving you can cut it into halves and serve.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">We are having a heavy
rainfall,thunder and lightning from the past few days.Few weeks back also there was strong wind along with thunder and lightning when the Internet connections were lost in many parts here.Actually at that time my Hubby was also not here,he was on a trip to India.The children were a bit scared at that time asking me when would he return.I think this is to mark the starting of winter but then once the rain stops Ac's are on.</span><br />
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the wifi net connection was fully cut,that is no access to the Internet social world-no blog<span style="background-color: white;">ging no Face book </span>or watts app chats,it was living in a completely different world,but then may be it was to realize that there
is a world without all these that is talking to neighbours face to face,talking on land lines
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">On to today’s recipe it’s a simple stir fry.Sometime<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>ago actually its been 3 years now…when I had problem with my knees,I had the physiotherapy sessions thrice weekly,<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>it was in the mornings so we would return
home buying<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> the </span>lunch parcel from the nearby
restaurant and go home.Because by the time we
reach home even the kids would reach.The two things that changed daily in their
menu was the kheer and the stir fry.sometimes it would be <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2013/12/beans-stir-fry.html">Beans stir fry</a> or <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2013/01/cabbage-carrot-stir-frythoran.html">this</a>.Then
there was this beetroot stir fry<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>which
till that time I was not interested in making but having it from there now some
days this stir fry is also sometimes included in our lunch.There is already a beetroot recipe that is<a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2015/04/beetroot-milkshake.html"> the Beetroot Milkshake</a> on my blog.If interested please check.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the bite of chana dal/Split chick peas in between.Now off to the recipe:</span><o:p></o:p><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Beetroot shredded 2 cups</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Split chickpeas 1/4 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Onion chopped 1/2 of 1 medium</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Green chillies 3 slit</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Turmeric powd</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">er 1/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Coconut grated 1/3 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Cumin seeds 1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Garlic clove 1 </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Mustard seeds 1/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Oil 2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Curry leaves a few</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u>Method</u></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Soak the split chick peas for half an hour and then cook it in a sauce pan with 3/4 cup of water.Cook till soft but not mushy.Drain this and keep aside.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Grind the shredded coconut along with cumin seeds and garlic.Keep this aside.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Heat oil in a wok and splutter the mustard seeds.Once spluttered add in the curry leaves,then add the chopped onion along with the shredded beetroot and green chillies.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Add salt and turmeric powder and stir well in between till the beetroot is cooked.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now add in the cooked Dal and the ground coconut.Mix well.Keep covered for 2-3 minutes and then switch off the flame.Serve as a side dish with rice.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Back to blogging after a short break,this time the break was not from my side but my Internet connection.After a strong thunder and lightning 3-4 weeks back the Internet connection was lost in many areas here which included ours too.So had to take a break forcefully.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">But I am very happy I could make up today's challenge,yes the MFB Challenge which I thought I couldn't participate.This time its special because it marks the 2nd year of the MFB Challenge.So this time when the theme was given I was eagerly waiting to do the Arabic sweets that I had missed at the beginning of this year's Challenge,and also to my surprise I had only left that Challenge because my parents were here that time and I was busy with them.That also reminds me its going to be one year after my parents left Doha,specially my Dad who used to be here every six months.Suddenly he fell ill and they had to return back and my Hubby accompanied them.It was all of sudden everything happened that time,but Alhamdulillah now he's fine.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">This time as for the theme we were free to choose any of the previous themes so I chose to do the one I missed.It was the Arabic Sweets and I prepared luqaimat,a crunchy sweet dumpling famous in the Middle Eastern Part.It is used both as a snack or a dessert item.It is mostly seen served during Ramadan.Now on to the recipe:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">All purpose flour/Maida 1 Cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Corn Flour 2 tbsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Yeast 3/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Sugar 1</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: medium;">1/2</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Salt a pinch</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Warm Water 3/4 cup and a little more</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Water 3/4 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Lime juice 1 tsp</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-In a deep bowl add Maida,Corn Flour,Yeast,sugar,Salt and Yoghurt.Using a whisk just mix it.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now add the warm water little by little and mix well using the whisk.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-The batter should smooth without any lumps.It should neither be too thick nor runny.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Cover and keep this aside to raise for about 1/2 an hour to 1 hour.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Once it doubles in volume,just mix well again.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now heat oil in a wok.When the oil turns hot(keep the flame on medium),pinch out little batter using your fingers and drop it using your thumb slowly into the oil,making small ball shapes.Repeat the same process with rest of the batter.But do not over crowd them.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Cook till it turns golden brown and crisp.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Mean while you can prepare the sugar syrup .In a sauce pan add sugar and water and let it boil.Once it turns sticky let it boil for 1 or 2 minutes then add the lime juice and switch off the flame.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Fry the dumplings in batches and remove it using a slotted spoon on to a tissue paper.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-After frying these, add these dumplings into the sugar syrup and coat it well on all sides and remove it from the syrup after 1-2 minutes and transfer into a serving plate.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Today's post is very special because it's the first guest post on my Blog.I have been thinking to start a guest post series from a long time but being busy it just didn't work.Two weeks back somebody asked me if I accepted guest posts and that she would like to contribute,so didn't think twice and happily asked her to submit.She is none other than Fareeha,a Chennai based blogger who blogs at<a href="https://www.faskitchen.com/"> Fa's Kitchen </a></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">with a wide variety of lovely recipes.Actually she is back to blogging after a break...</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">So lets see what she has for us....On to her words..</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Fish is probably the healthiest protein that we have at home. And you will find quite a bit of fish recipes on my blog. You can check out my</span><a href="https://www.faskitchen.com/fish-biryani-recipe/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Fish Biryani Recipe</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. Yes, Fish and Biryani. Now you can understand how much I love fish. It is not only easy to cook but also extremely healthy protein.</span></span></div>
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">And making this fish curry recipe is no different than the other fish recipes. It is delish and truly wholesome. It is one of those curries that require the use of tamarind. Now, you might be wondering why I even bother to mention it. After all, fish curry recipe and tamarind go hand in glove.</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">Yes, Fish curry recipe almost always tastes best with tamarind in it. But if you have any kind of dietary restrictions, you can try adding in lemon juice instead. But then, for most authentic flavor, use the tamarind paste or juice.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">The spicy, tangy and fragrant fish curry recipe devoured with some piping hot steamed rice is just pure bliss. The flavors and aroma of curry leaves, the coconut will surely enthrall all your senses.</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have never tried the fish curry recipe before, then it is time you did right now. It's time to head right to the supermarket to fill your grocery with the ingredients to get this off your bucket list.</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">I am sure once you try it, you will never look back and would make it again and again. It's that simple and delicious.</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">The rich, flavorsome and healthy fish curry will surely satisfy your appetite. The low carb, high protein dish is just what you need for that super comforting meal. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">500 gms Fresh Fish such as Pompfret, Rohu, Hilsa, King Fish, etc</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">2 tbsp Oil</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">a sprig of Curry Leaves (kadi patta)</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 medium sized Onion finely grated</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">2 medium sized Tomatoes finely chopped</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">1/2 tsp Turmeric powder (haldi)</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 tsp Red Chill Powder (lal mirch)</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">1/2 cup Fresh Grated Coconut (nariyal)</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds (jeera)</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">1/4 tsp Fenugreek Seeds (methi)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">1 tbsp tamarind paste mixed with half cup water</span><br />
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<b style="color: #444444; font-family: times, "times new roman", serif; font-size: x-large; white-space: pre-wrap;">-</b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">First, you need to clean the fish thoroughly. Wash the fish and marinate it by applying red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt and then set aside in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. </span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">-Next, lightly roast the cumin and methi seeds and grind it along with coconut to make a fine paste. Set aside.</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">-</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">Heat oil in a pan and add the curry leaves. Once they begin to splutter, add the onion and fry till the onion turns golden brown in color. </span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">-</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">Next, add in the chopped tomatoes and cook till the tomatoes turn soft and mushy. </span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">-</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">Now add the marinated fish, tamarind water, and ground coconut paste. Add a glass of water and stir gently.</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">-</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">Bring it to a boil and reduce the heat to sim. Allow to cook till oil starts floating on top.</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">-</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">Once the oil starts separating from the gravy and starts floating on top, switch off the heat. Allow to rest for at least half an hour before serving.</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">-For best flavor, serve after few hours with some hot, steamed plain rice. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; white-space: pre-wrap;">Though it is not necessary, it is best to serve this fish curry after few hours. But if you are in a hurry, you can very well serve it immediately. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Pleasure is all mine dear :) And Yes that was a lovely fish curry !</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">JazakAllah Khairan for being the 1st guest on my blog :)</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Do visit Fareeha's blog for her delicious-traditional and versatile recipes....</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif; font-size: large;">After a two months break here we are back with the MFB Challenge.And this time the theme was 'Back to school lunch box ideas'.Yes one question all moms face -what to pack for their kids box!.Even if ones child has been going to school for years daily this question arises hehe...</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">In India as the children reach only by evening time ,I have seen my sisters packing rice for them.They try different rice varieties and pack.Sometimes its the plain rice with a little curry and a fry an Egg omelette etc.Sometimes they have a theme as what to bring to school on such and such day as part of healthy eating like a vegetable day,Legumes day etc..I found that interesting but my sisters found that a headache.In the Middle East the children go to school so early that most of them don't even eat anything in the mornings.But they come home by afternoon and can have their lunch.So it's mostly breakfast items stuffed in their boxes.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Here my kids like having Sandwiches for their break time.I do make Idlis or Dosa and sometimes Poori and bhaji,but mostly it is sandwiches or Bakes they prefer.I try making sandwiches with different fillings.Today's recipe is a Chicken Mayonnaise Sandwich which my kids love to the core.Now to the recipe:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Bread 6 slices</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Chicken Breast (cooked with a little pepper powder and salt and then shredded) 1 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Mayonnaise 1/2 cup (you can add more if you like)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Lettuce leaves chopped 3/4 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Pepper powder 1/4 tsp</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-In a bowl add the Mayonnaise Pepper powder and sugar.Whisk it well.A</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">dd the shredded chicken pieces,sliced cucumber pieces and the Lettuce leaves.Mix to combine</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now apply a little butter on one side of the bread add a tablespoon of the filling and spread well on all sides.Top it with another buttered slice of bread.Repeat the same with all the bread slices.</span><br />
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Ruxana Gafoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10213910361094707732noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406854838576968753.post-71816758247065204522018-10-07T23:48:00.000+03:002018-10-18T23:13:08.172+03:00Tomato Pasta<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Though Pasta making is considered easy but sometimes I feel its like making a Biryani.I know not all of you will agree with me.First boiling pasta,then sauteing the ingredients,then if there is an addition of any meat then frying that too..hehe. Maybe its when I think of preparing <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2013/04/prawnschemmeen-macaroni-masala.html">it in this form</a>,which is usually prepared back home.But I would not say that for this tomato pasta.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">This was made in no time.If you have the already cooked pasta ready then its more easy but otherwise you can saute on one stove and simultaneously cook the pasta on the other.Here I have not used any veggies along with Onion and tomato but you can use 1/4 cup of Carrot or Capsicum.And I have used dried Basil leaves but you can either use fresh ones or Oregano.</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">That reminded me I have one more pasta recipe on blog <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2018/01/baked-pasta-with-chicken-and-olives.html">a baked one</a> loaded with Olives and cheese.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Onion 1 chopped</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Grind the chopped tomatoes along with the chilly powder in a blender.Keep this aside.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Heat a wok and add oil.Add in the cumin seeds.Let it crackle.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now add the chopped onion and saute.Also add the chopped garlic pieces.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-When the onion turns transparent add the tomato-chilly paste and saute well.Cook till the oil separates.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now add water and salt.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-When the gravy starts boiling add the dried basil leaves and the cooked pasta.Mix well and serve.</span></div>
Ruxana Gafoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10213910361094707732noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406854838576968753.post-42779206417523262522018-10-03T17:41:00.001+03:002018-10-09T11:49:33.501+03:00Watermelon Rind & Red Cow Peas Curry/Thannimathan Vanpayar Thenga Curry<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">The climate is slightly changing now a days.The temperature is going low but still the afternoons are very hot.And 24 hours AC On.As long as it is hot we have Watermelon always in stock in the refrigerator.My Hubby has been addicted to<a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2012/11/crushed-watermelon-drink.html"> this drink</a> from the time summer had started.We rarely prepare this<a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2012/11/watermelon-milk-shake.html"> Milkshake </a>and otherwise it's just cut into pieces and served.This means I have the Watermelon rind also in stock hehe...</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">After experimenting <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2018/10/water-melon-rind-stir-fry.html">this stir fry with Channa Dal </a>now I have tried a coconut curry with the rind and Red cow peas(Vanpayar).You can also check my <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2016/11/vanpayar-thoran-red-cow-peas-stir-fry.html">Vanpayar Thoran</a>,which I had posted sometime ago. Actually this gravy being thick goes well as a side dish with rice and a fish curry and also with chapatis.I have mentioned <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2018/10/water-melon-rind-stir-fry.html">here how to clean</a> and use the rind.Now on to the recipe:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Water melon rind chopped into cubes 2</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">1/2</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> C</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">up</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Water 1</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">1/2</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Chilly powder 1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Coriander powder 1 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Turmeric powder 1/4 + 1/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Onion 1 medium finely chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Ginger-Garlic paste 1/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Tomato 1 finely chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Coconut shredded 1 Cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Water 3/4 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Fennel seeds 3/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Oil 2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Mustard seeds 1/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Curry leaves a few</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Wash and soak the peas overnight or at least for 2-3 hours.Then drain and keep aside.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Heat </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">1</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: medium;">1/2</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> cup water</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> in a pressure cooker and add the drained peas.Let it boil for 2-3 minutes.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now add in the chopped watermelon rind ,chilly powder,coriander powder and 1/4 tsp turmeric powder.Also add 1/2 tsp salt.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Close the lid of the pressure cooker and put on the weight and wait for three whistles.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-In the meantime heat a frying pan with oil.Splutter the mustard seeds add in the curry leaves and the chopped onion.Saute till transparent.Add the ginger -garlic paste,saute,then add in the tomatoes.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Saute this till the tomato turns mushy.Now off the flame and keep this aside.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-After 3 whistles,when the pressure subsides open the lid and add the sauteed onion-tomato and mix well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now in a blender add the shredded coconut,3/4 cup of water,1/4 tsp turmeric powder and fennel seeds.Blend this into a smooth paste.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Add this Coconut paste into the curry.If there are remains of the coconut paste in the blender add 1/4 cup water to the blender,swirl(mix with the remains) and add this also to the gravy. Check salt and add if needed.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Boil the curry.Once boiled switch off the flame and serve.</span><br />
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<br />Ruxana Gafoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10213910361094707732noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406854838576968753.post-50988972616140160402018-10-01T11:52:00.000+03:002018-10-08T21:57:40.515+03:00Watermelon Rind Stir Fry <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Today's recipe is a stir fry more likely you can call it as kootu curry as it has both a lentil and a veggie...a veggie ??Have I used a veggie or has the Watermelon turned veg hehe...It's actually the rind of the Watermelon used in the cooking.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Few years back that is before I started my blog I would have never cooked the rind though I know it has so many health benefits,but never thought of cooking it.But thanks to blogging I have come to know more of so many new ingredients and cooking styles :)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Here I have cooked the watermelon rind along with split Chickpeas(Chana Dal).Mentioning of Chana dal there are other recipes on my blog using Chana dal like the<a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2013/07/channa-dalkadalaparippu-cakepola.html"> Chana dal Cake</a> and <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2013/07/kadala-parippu-ada.html">this Ada</a> ...Now on to this recipe</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Watermelon rind(the white part ) 2 cups chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Split Chick peas/Kadalaparippu 1/4 cup (soaked)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Onion 1 medium finely chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Green Chillies 2 slit</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Water 1/4 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp</span>
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Oil 3 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Mustard seeds 1/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Dry red chilly 1</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Curry leaves a few</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Salt to taste</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Coconut grated</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"> 1/4 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Cumin seeds 1/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Garlic cloves 2</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-After cutting off the red part of the watermelon,scoop out if anything left using a spoon.Now peel the green skin of the water melon,wash and chop into small pieces.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Soak the Dal in water for at least 1/2 an hour or more.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-In a pressure cooker heat oil and add the Mustard seeds.When it splutters and the dry chilly and the curry leaves.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now add in the chopped Watermelon rind,turmeric powder,green chillies ,chopped Onion and mix well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Add in the drained Chana dal,salt and water.Mix well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now close the lid of the pressure cooker and keep for two whistles on medium flame. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Meanwhile grind the Coconut along with cumin seeds and garlic into a coarse paste.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-After two whistles, when the pressure subsides,open the lid of the pressure cooker and add the Coconut paste.Mix well and let it boil.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Sometimes I ask myself what curry will I make for dinner,and if by chance my sound becomes a little clear for my children then their answer is loud and clear 'Chicken'.It is not at all a problem if they had Chicken the previous day or even that day afternoon.</span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Usually I make a simple Chicken curry in pressure cooker but after <span id="goog_1038259522"></span><a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2018/03/arachu-vecha-kozhi-curry-chicken-curry.html">this recipe</a><span id="goog_1038259523"></span> I go for this mostly instead of that regular gravy,because with the same ingredients if just a grinding can make a difference why not try that.Then when there is enough grated coconut in the freezer I change the chicken <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2012/10/chicken-stewchicken-in-coconut-milk.html">curry to this style</a> along with Potatoes.Then there is this <a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2013/10/pepper-chicken-masala.html">Pepper Chicken masala</a> or this<a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2015/05/chicken-kurmaeasy-chicken-kurma.html"> <span id="goog_1038259537"></span>Chicken Kurma<span id="goog_1038259538"></span> </a>which I make rarely.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Few days back there was a little Yogurt left to finish before the expiry date.So while I planed to make a Chicken Coconut curry ,I changed the plan of adding Coconut milk and Yogurt ideas came into my mind.This curry doesn't have a very thick gravy but goes well with all types of Indian bread.Also when you want to try something different from the usual chicken curry this goes well.The addition of kasuri methi(dried fenugreek leaves) adds a special aroma to the curry.For this recipe use the thick Yogurt (Greek style) and not that sour type curd/yogurt.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Chicken 1 kg(Cleaned and cut into curry size pieces)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Yogurt 1 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Onion 3 medium sliced</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Tomato 1 small sliced</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Fenugreek leaves(dried)/Kasuri methi 1 tbsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Cumin seeds powder 1/2+1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Ginger 1/2''piece</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Garlic cloves 5</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Green chillies 4-5 </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Chili powder 1/4+3/4</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Coriander powder 2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Turmeric powder 1/2 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Water 1/2 cup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Salt to taste</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Coarsely grind the ginger garlic and the green chilies. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-In a bowl add the yogurt,half of the above paste,1/2 tsp cumin seeds powder,1/4 chili powder,1 tsp fenugreek leaves and a little salt.Whisk well.Add the chicken pieces in it,mix well and marinate for at least 1/2 an hour in the refrigerator .</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Heat oil in a wok,when the oil turns hot add the sliced onion and saute well till golden brown,then add the other half of ginger-garlic and chilly paste.Saute well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Add the tomato pieces and cook till the tomatoes turn soft.Now add the Chili powder,Coriander powder,Turmeric powder, Cumin seeds powder and mix well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Now add the marinated Chicken along with the marinade and mix well.Add water and salt.</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Cover and cook till the chicken is done.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Open the lid and add the remaining Kasuri methi rubbing it between your palms.Mix everything well and switch off the flame.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Serve with your favorite roti.</span><br />
<br />Ruxana Gafoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10213910361094707732noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4406854838576968753.post-18305892524651835652018-09-20T12:56:00.001+03:002018-09-20T12:56:46.675+03:00Prawns And Capsicum Salad<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">This is a filling Salad and can be prepared easily with very little ingredients.If you are a Prawns fan then you can go ahead because the main ingredient is Prawns.You can find a few of my other Salads<a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2018/08/papaya-avocado-salad-with-vinegar-honey.html"> here </a>and<a href="https://frommyownkitchen.blogspot.com/2018/07/cucumber-coconut-salad.html"> here</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Prawns 12-15(cleaned)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Capsicum(Green) 1 medium or 1/2 of a large one</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Pepper powder 3/4 tsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Salt as per taste</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Olive Oil 2 tbsp</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Lime juice 2 tsp</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Marinate the prawns with 1/2 tsp of pepper powder,1 tsp lime juice and salt for at least 10 minutes.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Chop the Capsicum and the Onion.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Heat a pan and add oil.Now add in the Prawns and cook for 5 minutes flipping both sides.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Mix the remaining pepper powder and salt to the chopped Onion and Capsicum and add this to the Prawns pan.Keep on medium flame and saute well for 2 minutes,mixing everything well.(The Onion and Capsicum should be crunchy without the raw taste)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">-Off the flame.Transfer to a plate ,add the remaining lime juice and serve warm.</span>Ruxana Gafoorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10213910361094707732noreply@blogger.com4