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RECIPES TRIED AND DEVOURED
2007-03-22 21:37:00
This is a post that I have been wanting to do from a long long time. Finally here I am thanking all my blogger buddies for taking time and posting wonderful mouthwatering dishes. Here are a few of the dishes that I tested/tried and enjoyed.Vangibath from Asha's blog. If you are an eggplant lover you should give this one a try as well. It tasted very authentic. Thanx Asha for this yummy recipe.Besi Bele Bath from Vani's blog. I used to make them both from the store bought powder but this time I made them both from scratch ( all thanx to Vani). The outcome was just ahhhhh haaaa.... Yummy. Nothing like fresh homemade masala powders.Mahanadi's Coconut Burfi. This is my hubby's all time fav. He calls it kobri metai. This is a quick and easy sweet that one can make in 15 mins. Try it out when you have unexpected guests knocking your doors. Thanx for such easy recipe.Corn Curry from Trupi's blog.Trupti as you rightly mentioned in your blog it was a hit at out place to. Its so simple...
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MUSHROOM MASALA
2007-03-17 02:55:00
We are back from our relaxing and fun trip to Hawaii. 2 weeks just flew away and I am back in Jersey to the same old life. Hawaii is a gem of a place packed with variety of avatars of Mother Nature. Long and wide beaches with white, black, red, salt and pepper and golden sand, dense rainforest, coconut and palm trees swaying happily, stunning emerald green cliffs rising high, clouds skirting the mountains, spectacular valleys, gorgeous tropical gardens, active volcano belching out golden fire, warm weather and cool breeze from blue ocean–all this is Hawaii. I would agree with Mark Twain that Hawaii is “the loveliest fleet of islands that lies anchored in any ocean”. Anyone who loves nature will fall in love with Hawaii.Here is the recipe of one of my mom's all time hit and super delicious mushroom masala. Every time mom used to make it we could just not stop licking our fingers. It actually tasted better than the hotel ones. Do try it out if you have mushrooms lying in your ...
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BLOGGING BREAK
2007-03-04 15:04:00
Sometimes life just drives you nuts and the hectic days at work, gloomy weather makes you wanna take a break. Vacation is the best cure for this stressful life that we lead, so me and my hubby have decided to pack our bags and head west. Aloha Hawaii, here we come!!!I'll be going to Hawaii for coupla weeks, and will not be anywhere near blogs :) So do miss me, and I'll have more recipes upon my return. I hope it'll be like this picture...CheersSeema
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GOBI MASALA
2007-03-02 22:26:00
Made with Cauliflower this is a simple, straightforward, easy and delicious recipe for Gobi Masala. It took me just 10 mins to finish this dish from scratch to finish, yes just 10 mins and I was all done with a nice smug smile. I used food processor to speed up the entire process of chopping. Here is the recipe.INGREDIENTS:Gobi/Cauliflower1 Big Onion1/2 inch Ginger1 Tbsp Jeera1 tsp coriander seeds2 Green chilies2 Red chilies1tsp Turmeric Powder1Tbsp Olive OilSalt as per taste.METHOD:In the food processor chop onion + green chilies + ginger and set aside.Using food processor chop cauliflower nicely into very small chunks( almost like coarse powder as you see in the picture).Powder coarsely coriander seeds + red chilie. To this add turmeric powder and set aside.Heat about 1 Tbsp of oil and add jeera seeds and saute until nicely roasted. To this add onion mixture and saute it for another few mins. Now add the grated/chopped cauliflower along with the masala mix and saute for another f...
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PLANTAIN CHIPS
2007-02-28 23:58:00
Plantains are used in many savory dishes like curries, palyas or subzis, pakodas, chutneys, desserts and many other snack items. Plantain chips have been my favorite every since my childhood. Every time when amma used to get plantains home I used to personally request her to make chips out of the unripe plantains and baked dish topped with honey, sugar crystals and ghee with the ripe plantains. Ah!!! both of them are just on top of my list always when it comes to plantains. Here is the recipe for chatpata, masaledhar and scrumptious balekai urf plantain chips.INGREDIENTS:4 Green Plantains( firm and unripe)Oil for deep fryingFor Masala:Chili powderPepper PowderHingSaltMETHOD:Mix all the masala ingredients and keep it aside.Heat the oil for deep frying.Peal the plantains and slice them using the chips grater directly into the oil. Keep the flame in medium and keep frying until golden yellow.Remove from the oil and spread it on paper towel to remove the excess oil.Immediately sprinkle ...
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ASPARAGUS TERIYAKI
2007-02-24 23:05:00
Here is an unusual and tasty recipe for teriyaki style asparagus.INGREDIENTS:Asparagus 1 Tbsp soy sauce1 Tbsp sesame seeds4 Garlic flakes chopped very finelyGinger chopped very finely1 tsp Onion Powder1 tsp Sambal OelekSalt & Pepper1 Tbsp Olive OilMETHOD:Bring a large pot of water to boil and add salt. Cook the asparagus in it until tender for around 5 mins. Drain and keep it aside.Whisk together soy sauce + sambal oelek+ pepper and keep it aside.Now heat little olive oil and sesame seeds. When sesame seeds start popping add finely chopped garlic and ginger and saute it for a few mins. To this add the above sauce mix and onion powder.Now add steam cooked asparagus and toss it for a few mins. Adjust salt.Serve hot!!!Tip: If you have a grill then just grill the asparagus instead of steaming it.
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BAKED ONION - WHEAT BISCUITS
2007-02-21 00:04:00
When I saw Shammi's and LakshmiK's baked methi biscuits I was so thrilled with the idea of baking wheat biscuits (or vada's) instead of deep frying them. Here is a healthy snack which is packed with fiber and is so very easy to make . INGREDIENTS:1.5 Cups Wheat Flour.5 Cup All Purpose Flour/Maida1 Big Onion1 Jalapeno4 Green Chilies1/4 Bunch Coriander leaves1 Tbsp Jeera1 tsp Turmeric powder1 Tbsp Olive OilSalt as per taste METHOD:In a food processor finely chop onions + Green Chilies + Jalapeno + Coriander leaves.To the above add salt and turmeric powder and set aside for about 3 min's. ( This will let onions release water).To the above add the flours + salt + jeera and mix nicely to for a dough like chapathi dough. Note: Do not add water at all to make the dough. The water left from the veggies should be sufficient.Pat some olive oil and set aside for about an hour.Pre-heat the oven for 350 degree.Roll the dough into a thin chapathi and then using a cookie cutter cut them into...
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JHATPAT BESAN HALVA
2007-02-19 23:14:00
INGREDIENTS:1 Cup Besan1 Cup Sugar (powdered)1/4 Cup Ghee1/2 Cup Whole MilkSaffronAlmondMETHOD:Spread Besan evenly on a microwavable plate and heat it for 1 min. Then slowly mix the powder using the fork and again heat for another 2 min with mixing the flour here and there in between and thus nicely roasting it.Soak saffron in the above milk.Melt about 3 Tbsp of ghee in a heavy bottomed kadai and then add the above besan and fry until the raw smell of besan is completely gone (besan turns to golden brown). Tip: Keep stirring constantly and do not let it form granules.To this add sugar and keep stirring for another min.Now add the remaining ghee( if wanted) and above milk and keep stirring for another few mins until it is all mixed well and forms a single mass. Add Almond slices.Serve hot and enjoy.Note: If you stir and cook more than required don't worry just spread it evenly on a greased plate and let it cool completely, then cut them into desired shape and serve as burfy.Enjoy!!!
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CHOCOLATE PASTRY(EGGLESS)
2007-02-14 19:32:00
Happy Valentine's Day to all my buddies. May you and your loved ones live with more love for years to come. Here are some mouth watering Chocolate pastries. When I saw the eggless chocolate cake in Soumya's Blog a while ago, I was very tempted to try it out; so I finally made it yesterday. It turned out very moist and fluffy. Made some changes here and there to make it more like a pastry; am really happy that I made it. Thanx Soumya for this wonderful eggless recipe.INGREDIENTS:1.5 Cups self rising flour2 Cups Sugar1/2 Cup Brown Sugar1.5 tsp Baking Powder1.5 tsp Baking soda3/4 cup Chocolate powderOil - 1/3 cup1 cup- Hot Milk1 Tbsp Vanilla extract1 Cup Hot water1 tsp saltFor Decoration:-Cool WhipChocolate bar- gratedChocolate sauceSprinklesMETHOD:Preheat the oven at 350 degree. Sieve all the dry ingredients twice and keep aside.Put all the rest of the ingredients along with the dry ingredients except milk and water and churn it nicely in the food processor.Now add hot milk and hot ...
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BUTTER COOKIES
2007-02-13 20:11:00
I love baking and I came across this recipe at "All Recipes.com" site which had very very good reviews.(I love this site as they have reviews for most of their recipes) I tried it out immediately and this turned out to be one of the best butter cookies that I have ever had or made. Here goes the recipe.INGREDIENTS:2.5 Cups All Purpose Flour1 Cup Butt er 1/2 Cup White Sugar1 Egg1/2 tsp Vanilla ExtractMETHOD:Cream the butter until lightAdd sugar and beat until fluffyBeat in eggs and Vanilla extract and to this blend in the flour.Cover and chill for about and hour and half.Roll the dough just like how you would roll the chapati( use extra flour to roll)Cut into desired shape using cookie cutter.Bake at 350 for 9 to 12 mins.Cool completely on a wired rack.Enjoy!!!
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SET-DOSA
2007-02-02 20:53:00
Having eaten countless varieties of breakfast dishes, Set-Dosa has always been one of my family favorites. Set-Dosa is always served as a pair as the name indicates. Don't be deceived by the simplicity, the butter milk and poha being the main ingredients bring out the flavor and add the soft fluffy texture to this dosa. Set dosas are normally served with spicy kurma. There are more versions to this dish than you can count, here's mine.INGREDIENTS:2 Cups rice1 cup butter milk/yogurt1 tsp Methi seeds1 cup PohaSalt as per taste.METHOD:Wash and soak rice + methi seeds in warm water for 2 hours.Wet the poha with little waterGrind the above along with buttermilk/yogurt + poha+ salt into a very smooth thick batter.Keep it in a warm place for fermentation for about 8-12 hrs.The batter will come up nicely if it is fermented well.The thickness of the batter should be such as when poured onto a heated griddle it should automatically set itself into a nice thick circle.Cook both sides on m...
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TRI COLORED RICE
2007-01-26 17:55:00
Sometimes I get so tired of using spices and just feel like going simple yet healthy, quick yet tasty, above all colourful. Yes I am a strong believer that anything that is presented well also adds a little lustre to the taste of the dish.I have seen a lot of recipes for Tri Colored Rice in many of my buddies' blogs. Everyone has their own version for this and I am sure all of them would taste equally good. This is my contribution for Pooja's Theme of the Week-Orange, White and Green. Here I omitted all the spices or sauces and kept it simple using just the veggies.INGREDIENTS:Whites-2 cups Basmati riceMushroom - I used white baby mushrooms1 Big Onion5 cloves of GarlicOranges-Capsicum( I used orange)CarrotsGreens-Beans3 Green chilies1 JalapenoOthers-Salt and pepperLemon JuiceMETHOD:Wash, clean and cook the basmatti rice and cool.Cook Carrot and beans in the microwave- for around 4 mins.Tip: For most of the rice dishes, I always cook veggies in the microwave. Wash and chop the veg...

PAV BHAJI
2006-12-20 19:40:00
Who doesn't like Pav Bhaji ? From kids to adults everyone just loves this street food and is thus always a hit with the whole family. I love it mainly because it is a snap to add zippy flavor to fresh veggies. Pav Bhaji is such an excellent meal extender that I always make whenever I feel my menu needs a boost. Sandeepa requested me for this recipe yesterday and here it is for you buddy.INGREDIENTS:PotatoesCarrotBeansCaul iflowerMutterCapsicum(optional)1 Big Tomato1 Big Onion1 tsp Paprika1 tsp Red Chili Powder1 tsp Garam Masala Powder1.5 Tsp Ginger-Garlic Paste3 Tbsp Milk1.5 tsp Pav Bhaji Masala1 tsp Tomato Paste(tinned)1tsp Sugar3 Green Chilies1 Sweet Onion - Chopped into small pieces1 Lemon slicedSalt as per tasteButterPav BunsMETHOD:Pressure cook all all the veggies(carrot+potato+capsicum+mutter+bea ns) except cauliflower with enough salt . Mash them nicely and keep it aside.Now Microwave nicely chopped cauliflower for just 2 mins and keep it aside.In a heavy bottomed pan had littl...
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BANANA BREAD DOSA
2006-12-14 15:45:00
There are dozens of recipes for banana dosa, but this is the one that's "the classic" and because it turns out so soft and fluffy just like bread or pancake I named it Banana Bread Dosa . This with Tindoora in coconut gravy would be a real treat on a Saturday morning. It would be pretty good with just the normal coconut chutney as well. I have been asked asked from many of my friends to publish this recipe in my blog. Well, you all here it is!INGREDIENTS:2 Cups rice2 tsp of Methi seeds2 Nicely Ripe BananasSalt as per tasteMETHOD:Soak rice along with methi seeds for about 3 hours and grind then along with nice ripe bananas and salt as per taste into a nice thick smooth batter.Keep this batter in a warm place( i always keep the batter in oven with the lights on specially in winter) for about 8 to 12 hours.The batter nicely rises up the next day.Heat the girdle and pour the batter evenly and make a nice thick dosa. You will see nice small holes forming in the dosas making it as soft as...
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MALLIGE IDLI
2006-12-11 03:20:00
y in-laws are from Mysore and every time I visit India during November - December time MIL would take me to the Dasara Exhibition. We used to shop and shop; after which we made a point not to miss a single food stall in there :) . Wow! Food in India is the second thing that I miss the most after my family I guess. OK now coming to food, we used to order something called "Mall ige Idli " there (Mallige means Jasmine flower in Kannada - thus relates 'coz of its extra smoothness and softness). They are so soft that they would just melt in my mouth, & I always wondered if there was a secret behind this. My Idlis do come out good but not as soft, extra fluffy and smooth as those mallige idlis from the stalls. I kept trying and trying and never gave up; finally woo hoo I got the secret way yesterday. My Idlis came out fantastic, so very similar to the Mysore Mallige Idlis; although it still can't beat those mallige idlis from the gaadi ;). These idlis with authentic spicy hot sambar - you...
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HARA BHARA KABABS/CUTLETS
2006-11-28 23:55:00
Winter is the time of the year when most of us feel like having something hot and steamy, rich and spicy. So I thought of having something that would make us feel warm inside-out on a cold day like yesterday. The first thing that came to my mind was Hara Bhara Kabab s, and it came out great. It hit the spot, just what we needed. So friends, just forget about your diet for once and give yourself a treat. Try this out; trust me it will do wonders on a cold night.INGREDIENTS:3 medium sized potatoes boiled till soft1 bunch of fresh Spinach boiled1/2 cup chopped Methi Leaves2" piece of ginger grated6 Green Chillies chopped2 tsp Garam Masala Powder1 tsp Kitchen King Masala Powder(Optional)1 Medium Onion chopped finely1 tsp Red Chilli Powder1/2 tsp Turmeric powder1 Tbsp of Cornflour1 tsp jeera seedsSalt to tasteMETHOD:Boil spinach and methi leaves together, remove excess water and keep it aside.Add cornflour to water and make a thin batter( note the batter should be very thin)Mix and mash t...
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SPINACH QUESADILLA
2006-11-24 00:38:00
First of all i wish everyone happy holidays and Thanksgiving. Yup, Thanksgiving is the time when all the family members get together and spend some quality time with their loved ones. Here I am all alone with my hubby dear miles away from our families. Sometimes I just so much wish to see them again; it'd have been great if they were close to us... Hoping so much to have them here at my place for dinner and cooking something nice for them; they've done this for so long since we were kids... I am still hoping to have them over here sometime, hoping, yes hoping... Hmm, I guess I was feeling a bit down today missing my family, Then as usual the "jaadu ki jhappi" of my hubby made me feel great :)Anyways the other day I just didn't feel like cooking, but then I stumbled upon Lakshmik's Veggie Quesadilla recipe that looked quick n easy. So I gave it a try with some amendments and man, it came out great. Both of us enjoyed it, so thanks to Lakshmik. Here is my version for all of you.IN...
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BAINGAN BHARTHA
2006-11-22 22:14:00
INGREDIENTS:1 Big Egg Plant1 Big Onion(finely cut)1 Big tomato (finely cut)1/2 spoon turmeric powder1 tsp Chili Powder to taste2 Green Chilies1/2 tsp Garam Masala Powder1/2 tsp Coriander Powder1/2 tsp Cumin Powder1 Tbsp Ginger Garlic PasteSalt to tasteCoriander leaves(finely cut)METHOD:Prick the eggplant nicely with the fork all over.Broil the eggplant in the oven(right under the broil) for about 7 mins one side and anther 7 mins on the other side until the skin starts charring. Let it cool and remove the skin.Now start chopping this eggplant nicely into as small pieces as possible or until they are mashed nicely.Fry the onions till it turns to golden color. Then add Ginger-Garlic Paste to it and fry for another minute.To this add tomatoes and all the rest of the masala's and fry for 2 more minutes until tomatoes are nicely cooked and mashed.Now to this add the mashed eggplant + 2 Tbsp of water and cook on light flame for about 5 more mins until all the ingredients are nicely blend...
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VEGETABLE STEW
2006-11-21 19:09:00
INGREDIENTS:1 Cup Corn seeds( Frozen)1 Green Capsicum sliced2 Red Capsicum sliced1 Cup of Boiled Green Mutter1 Big Onion sliced5 Long Beans uncut1 Bunch Spring Onions5 Garlic Flakes1 Jalapeno - sliced or chopped lengthwise- use less if you don't like spicy1/2 inch Ginger grated1 Tbsp of ground fresh Black Pepper1 tsp of Sambal Oleak ( its a fresh red chilli paste with some vinegar - available in any Asian markets or even Indian grocery store - a must have in pantry)1 tsp of Soy Sauce2 Tbsp Olive OilSalt as per tasteMETHOD:Put all the sliced veggies except onion , garlic& spring onion in a baking tray sprinkle about 1.5 Tb sp olive oil , salt, pepper and keep in it oven on broil for just 5 mins.Now in a huge pan add the little oil and fry the sliced onion until they turn dark brown then add garlic and fry until they go transparent.To this mix in all the rest of the vegetables and toss in along with sambal oleak & soy sauce and cook for another 3 to 5 mins.Serve hot. This dish c...
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METHI MATAR MALAI
2006-11-20 21:00:00
INGREDIENTS:1/2 cup Green peas (boiled)1/2 cup Cream or malai1 bunch Methi leaves (chopped)1 tomato - grind into paste1/2 tsp Cumin seeds1 pinch Asafoetida3 tsp Ghee or butterSalt to tasteRoast and Grind to a paste --> 1 Onion +1 tsp Curds + 1tsp Sugar + 1.5tsp Cashew nuts +1/2tsp red chili powder+1/2 tsp turmeric powder + 1tsp Khuskhus(poppy seeds) + 1/2"piece Ginger + 2 peppercorns + 2 Cloves + 1/4" stick CinnamonMETHOD:Immerse methi in salted hot boiling water for 10 minutes. Drain and wash well in colander under running water. Keep aside.Heat ghee, add cumin seeds and asafoetida.Add tomato paste and fry for 2 minsAdd paste and stir fry for 2-3 minutes.Add ground spices. Stir, and add peas, methi leaves and malai.Add all other ingredients. Boil for 2-3 minutes or till gravy thickens. If gravy feels too watery sprinkle a dash of flour and stir. If too thick, add a few tsp. of milk.Serve hot with parathas or rotis.
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SPECIAL CAPSICUM UPMA
2006-11-19 17:29:00
INGREDIENTS:1/2 Cup Green Capsicum sliced1 Cup Red Capsicum Sliced3 Green Chilies10 Groundnuts roasted1 Tbsp of kassuri methi(dried methi )2 Tbsp fresh Grated Coconut1 medium Onion Sliced1/2 Inch Ginger1 Tbsp of olive oil1 tsp of chili powder1/2 tsp of Turmeric PowderSalt as per taste1.5 Cups of Soji /Rava3 Cups of Boiling waterMETHOD:Fry the sliced onion till they turn brown and then add chopped green chilies and fry for another minuteTo this add roasted Groundnuts + Ginger+ Haldi Powder+ Turmeric Powder and fry for another minuteNow Add the sliced capsicum ( both red and green) and fry for another min( note capsicum should be crisp)To this add rava + kassuri methi+ grated coconut and fry for around 2 more mins in low flame.Now add 3 Cups of boiling water and cook till water evaporates.Serve hot with lime pickle if desired.
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KHALA CHANNA BIRYANI
2006-11-18 19:09:00
INGREDIENTS:3/4 Cup Black channa1 Big Onion4 Garlic Cloves1 Medium Tomato2 Cups Basmati rice1.5 Tbsp Tomato Paste(tinned)2 tsp Red Chili Powder1 tsp Haldi (Turmeric) Powder1Tbsp of Bombay Biryani Powder(Shan brand)note: u can use any pulav powder if u don't have this masala in your pantry but bombay biryani masala does wonders2 tsp of jeera seeds2 Tbsp of Butter/OilMETHOD:Soak the Black channa for about 8 hours in water and then drain and keep it in a warm place for another 8 hours and let it sprout nicely.Pressure cook these sprouted channa with some salt for about 2 to 3 whistles and drain and keep it aside.Now in a pan heat about 1 tsp of butter and add jeera. When it starts sputtering add in the basmatti rice and fry for about 5 mins. Add about 3.75 cups of water + salt and cook in an open pan until the water evaporates.In a kadai take the remaining oil/butter and fry the onion.When onions are semi done add in garlic cloves and fry until transparent.To this add chopped tomatoes...
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GAJAR DAHI BALLE
2006-11-18 19:06:00
INGREDIENTS:2 Large Carrots grated1 Medium tomato chopped into small pieces.5 tsp of cumin powder.5 tsp of corriande powder.5 tsp of chilli powderRock Salt1.5 Cups of thick curds1 tsp of mustart seeds1 tsp of jeera seeds1 tsp of olive oil5 curry leaves,salt as per tastecorriander leave for garnishingMETHOD:Microwave the grated carrot and chopped tomatoes for about 4 mins.Add the above to the curds and mix in cumin, coriander and rock salt.Now heat about 1 tsp of olive oil and season it with jeera seeds, mustard seeds and curry leaves and add it in the gravy.Garnish with coriander leaves.This goes very well with any kind of stuffed paratha's .
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RED HOT POTATOES
2006-11-15 03:25:00
INGREDIENTS:3 Large Potato es cut into cubes7 - 8 Hot red chilies soaked in about 1/4 Cup of hot water for half hour1 tsp of tamarind pulp1 Big Onion chopped length wise1 tsp jeera seeds10 curry leaves3 tbsp of olive oilMETHOD:Cook potatoes and cut them into small cubes and set aside.Grind together soaked red chili's along with the water used to soak it + tamarind+ salt into fine paste and set aside.Take about 3tbsp of oil in a kadai and season it with jeera and curry leaves. To this add chopped onion and fry till onions are browned.To this add in the masala and fry it for about 4 mins or until oil leaves.To this add in the potato cubes and salt and about a cup of water and cook it in sim for about 7 mins with stirring here and there.Your red hot potatoes are ready to be served.Anyone who loves spicy food will love this and goes very well with anything and everything. Enjoy!!!

BALEKAI GOJJU
2006-11-15 03:12:00
INGREDIENTS:2 to 3 Small cooking Banana's (raw)1 tsp of Turmeric1/2 tsp of tamarind pulp1 tsp of Red Chili Powder2 - 3 Green Chilli's3 TbSp of fresh Grated Coconut2 Tbsp cooking oilSalt per tasteFor Seasoning:1 tsp mustard seeds1 tsp jeera seeds4 to 5 garlic flakes10 curry leavesMETHOD: Wash banana's well and cut them into cubes with their skin on.Pressure cook bananas along with tamarind and red chili powder for 4 to 5 whistlesOnce cooked lightly mash the bananas and add in about 1cup of water , slit green chilies required amount of salt and cook on high flame until the gravy thickens.You could add little jagerry if you like slight sweetish taste as well.Now heat oil and season mustard and jeera seeds along with curry leaves and add it in.Season Garlic flakes in little oil until the garlics are kind of browned and add this into the curry as well.Finally add in 3 Tbsp of grated coconut and mix.This goes well with curd rice /idli's or chapathi's
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THOVE - Quick & Easy
2006-11-13 22:04:00
INGREDIENTS:1 Cup Toor Dal1 tsp Turmeric Powder4 Green Chilies chopped2 inches Ginger grated2 tbsp Lemon juice10 Curry Leaves1 tsp Jeera SeedsHing (asafoetida)Salt as per tasteMETHOD:Wash and soak toor dal for about 1/2 hour in warm water and then pressure cook for 5 whistles Add in grated ginger and about 2 cups of water ( liquify)Take about a tsp of oil and heat it ... to this add mustart seeds , chopped green chillies, turmeric, jeera seeds and curry leaves . Heat it until mustart seeds start sputterig and add it in to the dal.Simmer and cook for another 5 mins and add salt to taste.To this add lemon juiceServe it hot with white rice or chapathi's.
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BAGARA BAINGAN
2006-11-13 01:36:00
INGREDIENTS:10 Small eggplants(biangan)1 Big Onion1 Tb.Sp Ginger-Garlic paste1 Tb.Sp Hot Red Chili powder3 Tb.Sp of groundnuts- dry roasted, pealed and powdered3 Tb.Sp of grated coconut1/2 t.sp Tamarind pasteFor masala: 1 Tb.Sp of sesame seeds3 Tb.Sp of Groundnuts- pealed1 Tb.Sp of Coriander Seeds1 t.sp Jeera Seeds2 Cloves1/2 in Cinnemon StickMETHOD:Dry roast all the masala ingredients and powder it with along with groundnuts and coconut and tamarind and keep it aside.Fry onion until transparent and make a paste of it.Slit the baby eggplants till midway add in salt and fry them in oil and keep them aside.With little oil season mustard seeds , jeera seeds, curry leaves until mustard start sputteringTo this add ginger garlic paste and fry for some timeAdd in the eggplants, the masala paste , red chili powder, salt and about 1.5 Cups of water and heat it under high flame for about 5 mins and simmer it for another 10 min until the gravy thickens .Serve hot with chapathi's or white rice.

SPICY PONGAL
2006-11-13 01:10:00
INGREDIENTS:1 Cup Moong Dal- soaked in warm water for 1 hour2 Cup Long Grain Rice4 Green chillies slit into halves8 Pepper Corns- crushed lightly1 t.sp turmeric powder1 inch- Ginger8 to 10 Curry Leaves2 Tb.Sp of Jeera seeds1 t.sp.Mustard Seeds2 Tb.Sp. of GheeCoriander Leaves for garnishingLemon juiceMETHOD:Heat ghee in a pan and roast the moong dal nicly untill it turns into light brown in colour.To this add rice and roast rice as well for 2 minsnow add 8 cups of water and 3 green chillies, ginger , turmeric powder,salt and cook uncovered untill the water fully evaporatesNow take some oil/ghee and season it with mustart seeds+ jeera seeds+ curry leaves+ 1 green chilli+ pepper corns until the mustart seeds start sputteringAdd it in to the rice mix well and garnish with corriander leaves and lemon juice.Serve steaming hot.
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MINT PULAV
2006-11-12 18:43:00
INGREDIENTS:1 Cup Basmati Rice4 tbsp mint leaves2 Cups water1 Tb.Sp oil/Ghee4 Pepper Corns2 Cloves1t.sp Ginger-Garlic Paste1 Med Onion Sliced vertically3 Green chilies slit verticallyMETHOD:Cook rice.But make sure it does not get overcooked.Heat oil/ghee and add the cloves,peppercorns,ginger-garlic paste and chillies.Fry this and then add onions and fry till brown.Then add in mint leaves and fry for a min and mix all with rice.Add salt to taste
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DUM ALOO
2006-11-12 18:06:00
INGREDIENTS:12 small round potatoes2 medium Onions4 cloves Garlic1 t.sp Coriander Powder1 t.sp Cumin Powder1.5 t.sp Red Chili Powder1/4 t.sp Turmeric Powder1 t.sp Paprika(optional)4 Tb.Sp Cooking Oil1 Tb.Sp of butter/Ghee1 Cup Water1/2 t.sp Garam Masala Powder4 Tb.Sp of Tomato Puree2 Bay Leaves1/2 inch GingerSalt as per tasteMETHOD:Mix a pinch of turmeric powder and salt to the pricked potatoes and keep it aside for about 20 mins. Then shallow fry in a pan until it turns golden brown or done and keep them aside.Finely chop the 1/2 onion and keep it aside. Make a paste of the remaining onion,garlic, ginger and keep it aside.Heat 1 Tb.Sp of ghee/butter and cooking oil in a frying pan. Add bay leaf and fry for some time.Now add chopped onions and fry it till it turns brown. Add the ginger-garlic-onion paste and fry for another few mins until it changes its colour to golden brown.Add rest of the spices and the tomato puree , garam masala powder and fry in low heat until oil separates .A...