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Upma
2007-05-16 06:55:00
This is a breakfast dish in the southern part of India.Quantity and Ingredient1 Cup Cream of wheat1 Onion cut lengthwise1 Teaspoon Salt1/4 Teaspoon Mustard seeds1/8 Teaspoon Urad dal1 Cashew-nut1/4 Lemon1/2 Cup Peas1 clove Garlic1/10" piece Ginger1 Green chili cut into small pieces.MethodFry cream of wheat on a dry pan for 5 minutes and set aside.Put two tablespoons of oil in a pan and heat.Add mustard seeds, Urad dal, cashewnut, and garlic clove. Wait till mustard seeds stop splitting.Add the onion, chili, and ginger and fry till the onion turns brown.Add cream of wheat and fry for 3-5 minutes.Add salt and peas.Add two cups of boiling water and stir for 2 minutes. (Switch off the stove as soon as the water is poured.)Cover the vessel for 4 minutes. Add lime if needed.

Bonda With Instant Mashed Potato
2007-05-16 06:49:00
Quantity and Ingredient1 Medium Onion2 Cups Potato buds1 And 1/2 cup Peas and carrots2 Big ones Green chilies1 Teaspoon Lemon juice1 Cup Gram flour1/2 Tea spoon Mustard seed pinch Turmeric1/2 Teaspoon Baking powder1/4" Piece Ginger1 Small bunch Coriander leaves2 Teaspoons SaltOil as per useFilling Method:Mix potato buds and 1/2 teaspoon of salt with 1 cup of hot water.Finely chop ginger, chilies, coriander leaves, and onion.Heat oil (about 5 Tbsp) and add mustard seeds.Add chopped ingredients and fry until onions are brown.Add carrots, peas, turmeric and 1 tsp of salt and cook on low heat for about 10 minutes.Add potato (now mashed) and fry for 5 minutes.Remove from heat, add lemon juice and let cool.Batter Method:Combine Gram flour, 3 Tbsp of oil, 3/4 cup water, 1/2 tsp salt, the baking powder and mix thoroughlyAfter the batter is prepared, make small balls out of the filling and roll them in the batter. Next fry it in hot oil. You will get about 20-30 small bondas.
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Mah Ki Dal: Whole Black Beans
2007-05-16 06:44:00
Quantity and Ingredient1 c Urad or Mah dal1" piece Ginger12 Cloves GarlicWaterTo taste Salt2-3 Tablespoons Ghee (Can be replaced by butter)To taste Green chili (optional)To taste Garam MasalaFrac14 t TurmericMethodClean, wash and add the dal to boiling water.Add turmeric, salt, half of the finely chopped ginger, garlic and cook on medium heat for 2-3 hours or pressure cook at 15psi for 1/2 hour.Uncover, cook further in same pan on low heat for 1/2 hour, stir and mash every now and then until a creamy consistency is achieved.Heat the Ghee, add remaining ginger, stir, add sliced onions, chili, and fry until golden brown.Add cumin or coriander (optional). Pour over dal just before serving.
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Red Kidney Beans: Rajma
2007-05-16 06:42:00
To Serve 6 - 8 PersonsQuantity and Ingredient2 c Red kidney beans3 Qt. Water1 T Turmeric1 T Salt1/4 c Oil1 c Onion, Chopped1" piece Ginger, chopped1 t Garam Masala3 Chopped tomatoesCoriander leaves for garnishMethodWash beans and boil for 2-3 hours or 1/2 hour in a pressure cooker.In the meantime make Masala of onions, garlic, ginger and tomato as in chicken curry.Add to the beans and cook again until most of the liquid dries up and the beans are soft and thoroughly cooked.Garnish with coriander leaves and serve.
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Curried Garbanzo Beans
2007-05-16 06:39:00
Quantity and Ingredient8 oz. Garbanzo beansTo taste Green chili (optional)12 cloves Garlic2" piece GingerTo taste Pepper1 large Cardamom6 Cloves1" Cinnamon stickTo taste SaltPaprika4 oz. OilMango powder3 OnionsDried pomegranate seeds4 TomatoesMethodClean, wash and soak the beans overnight.Boil them in the same water with salt, 1 small finely chopped onion, 4 cloves garlic, 4 large cardamom, a 1" piece of ginger and 6 cloves.Simmer in pan about an hour or until tender, or pressure cook for 7 minutes at 15 psi.Heat oil. Fry thinly sliced remaining onions and cloves of garlic. Cook until mixture browns and dries up. Add finely chopped tomatoes and cook 4-5 minutes more.Add the beans and cook for 10 minutes more. Add the mango powder and pomegranate seeds, grated ginger and simmer over low heat for 15-20 minutes.Before serving, pour 1 oz. (2 T) sizzling Ghee over the beans.
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Mango Ice Cream
2007-05-09 14:04:00
This is a great desert which can be made with very little effort. You can replace the Mango pulp with any other pureed fruit.Quantity and Ingredient1 can Condensed Milk12 oz. Whipped cream(Cool whip)1 can Mango pulp (Alphonso)It is confusing to describe quantities as one can. Well, let me describe the sizes. The Mango pulp can is about 6" high and 3" in diameter. The condensed milk can is about 3" high and about 2.5 " in diameter and should be available in your neighbourhood grocery store.MethodMix all of the pulp, condensed milk and whipped cream in a bowl.Put in the freezer for about 8 hours.
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Rasgoola
2007-05-08 08:39:00
Quantity and Ingredient1 L Homogenized Milk2 tsp White Vinegar1.5 C Sugar3 C WaterMethodBring the milk to a boil and add vinegar to the boiling milk to separate the whey.Throw away the liquid part by sifting the stuff onto a muslin cloth.Pour some cold water over the curd to cool and wash it. Discard the water and hang the cloth for 15-20 minutes to let the excess water drip off.Put the curd in a food processor or blender and blend at high speed to get a smooth consistency. You may add just a little (1 tsp or so) water while blending, if the curd is too dry and will not blend. Be very careful so as not to add any extra water.Remove the paste and make small balls (1-2" in diameter).Boil water in a wide vessel. Make sure that there is at least 2-3" of water in the vessel. If not, add more water and increase the quantity of sugar proportionately. Add sugar to the boiling water to make a light syrup.Continue boiling the syrup and gently drop the curd balls in the boiling syrup. Cook the...

Carrot Halva
2007-05-08 08:37:00
Quantity and Ingredient4 lbs. Carro t s1/2 gal Milk2 c Sugar2 c Carnation milk powder1 c OilNuts for TasteMethodClean and grate the carrots.Heat milk to boiling and add the carrots.Cook until liquid is almost gone, stirring to prevent sticking and burning for 3 to 4 hours.Add oil and cook more, stirring often, to roast the carrots well (about 1/2 hour).Add the powdered milk and sugar and cook until all the liquid is gone and the mass does not stick to the sides.Add the nuts and raisins and turn off the heat.Pour in a serving dish and serve warm or cold. Will keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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Sewian
2007-05-08 08:34:00
Quantity and Ingredient2 c Sewian or Vermicelli3.5 c Milk0.75 c Sugar0.25 t Rose water or 6-8 small cardamom seedsGheeMethodFry the sewian in hot oil until golden brown.Heat the milk to boiling and add the sewian. Cook until the milk is reduced by half.Add sugar and cook on low heat until creamy for about 25 minutes.Remove from the heat. Add in rose water.Decorate with blanched finely shredded almonds and pistachio nuts and silver leaves if desired.

Suji Halva - Semolina Halva
2007-04-30 07:47:00
Serve 4 - 6 friends of yours to make them healthy and happy.Quantity and Ingredient0.5 c Suji (Semolina )0.5 c Sugar0.5 c Ghee1.5 c Water1 oz. Sliced almonds1 oz. Raisins8 Green cardamomsMethodBoil sugar and water together for 5 minutes.Heat ghee add suji and stir on low heat until mixture becomes light creamy in color and ghee leaves the side of the pan.Add the syrup and stir briskly until it is absorbed in the semolina.Mix in crushed cardamom seeds, almonds, and raisins.Serve hot.
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Kheer
2007-04-30 07:44:00
Quantity and Ingredient1/2 c Rice4 c Milk1/4 c Raisins0.75 -1 c Sugar1 t Cardamom seeds1/4 c Shredded blanched almonds6-8 drops Rose water1/2 c WaterMethodWash and drain the rice.Soak in 1/2 c water for 1/2 hour.Boil the rice in the same water until it is coated and the water dries up.Add the milk and simmer on low heat for 1.5 hours.Scrape the sides and bottom frequently to prevent sticking and mash rice while stirring.When it is creamy, add sugar and stir in well.Remove from heat and add crushed cardamom seeds, rose water and shredded almonds.Serve hot or cold decorated with silver leaves (optional). [Silver leaves are VERY FINE, tasteless sheets of silver.]

Besan Burfi
2007-04-30 07:40:00
Quantity and Ingredient1 c Besan1 c Shortening1 c Sugar4 seeds CardamomNuts (optional)MethodMelt shortening in a pan.Turn down heat and add cardamom and Besan.Fry, stirring constantly to prevent burning until it has changed to a brown color and smells done. (Test: a few drops of water sprinkled on it sputters instantly).Turn off the heat and stir in the sugar.Spread 1/2" thick onto a platter.Cut into diamond shapes after it has cooled down.

Navrathna Kurma
2007-04-30 07:29:00
To Serve 6 of your friends read the following recipe and make them happy.Quantity and Ingredient100 grams Paneer (or cottage cheese)2 teacups Mixed boiled vegetables(carrots, french beans, green peas, potatoes)3 Tomatoes2 Onions1 t Ginger and garlic paste1.5 t Chili powder0.5 t Turmeric powder2 t Coriander powder1 t Garam Masala1 teacup Milk3 t Fresh cream3 t Gheeto taste SaltGhee for deep fryingMethodGrate the onions.Put the tomatoes in hot water. After 10 minutes take off the skin and chop.Cut the paneer into small pieces and deep fry in ghee.Heat oil in a vessel and fry the onions for a few minutes.Add the ginger and garlic paste, and fry for 1/2 minute.Add the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, coriander powder and chili powder, Garam Masala and salt. Fry for at least 3-4 minutes.Add the boiled vegetables, milk, cream and fried paneer pieces.Cook for a few minutes.Serve hot decorated with silver foil.

Mattar Paneer
2007-04-30 07:25:00
Peas & Cheese Vegetable is delicious and tasty!!!Quantity and Ingredient2 Onions2 Tomatoes4 cloves Garlic0.5 packet frozen Peas1" cube Ginger0.5 t Turmericto taste Saltto taste Pepper0.5 t Garam Masala2 c WaterMethodCut paneer in 1" cubes and deep fry.Make Masala with onion, garlic, ginger, and tomatoes.Season and add turmeric.Add peas and paneer.
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Malai Chicken
2007-04-24 09:22:00
Quantity and Ingredient1 Tray chicken1 Chopped onion1 small can Tomato paste1 Red Chili2 Cloves2 Cardamom1/2" Cinnamon stick1 Bay leaf1 carton Light whipping cream1 tsp Dhania powder1/2 tsp Cumin powder1 tsp Garam Masala1-1 1/4 tsp Chili powder1/2" piece Ginger made into a paste6 cloves Garlic (made into paste)Fresh corianderTo taste Salt and TurmericMethodHeat oil.Add red chili, cloves, cardamom, cinnamon stick, and bay leaf, and cook until the bay leaf turns golden brown.Add the onion and fry for two minutes.Add the ginger garlic paste and fry for 4 - 6 minute.Add the chicken and fry for 5 minutes.Sprinkle in chili, dhania powder, cumin powder and turmeric.Cover chicken + salt (add water if needed) and cook for around 15 minutes until 3/4 cooked.Add can of tomato paste and cook on low heat.Just before removing, add the whipping cream and cook for a few minutes.Add Garam Masala and coriander leavesRemove after a couple of minutes.
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Mint and Coriander Chutney
2007-04-24 09:15:00
Quantity and Ingredient1 bunch Coriander leaves1 bunch Mint leaves1 Green chili1 oz. Seedless tamarind1 tsp Salt4 T Water1 medium OnionMethodWash and soak tamarind in water for 1-2 hour.Clean, pick and wash the coriander and mint.Separate pulp from the tamarind and squeeze out the pulp.Grind coriander, mint, green chili and onion into a fine paste.Add the tamarind pulp and salt.Blend well. In an airtight jar this can be refrigerated for up to one week.
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Onion and Tomato Raita
2007-04-24 08:55:00
For servings 4-6 peoplesQuantity and Ingredient8 oz. Yogurt (plain)1 small Onion 1/2 t Salt1 small Tomato 1/2 t Chat Masala (optional)1/2 t Black pepper (ground)1/4 c MilkMethodBeat yogurt and milk until smooth.Chop onion and tomatoes and add to yogurt.Add salt and pepper and sprinkle the Chat Masala over, and serve.
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Curried Eggplant or Bhartha
2007-04-23 09:44:00
To Serve for 4 to 6 peoples.Quantity and Ingredient2 lb. Eggplant 4 medium Tomatoes3 t Fresh chopped coriander1/2 c Ghee1/2 c Finely chopped onionMethodPreheat oven to 450 F.Bake in the middle level of the oven for 1 hour or until very tender.While they are still warm, peel and crush the eggplants.Heat oil and fry onions until soft and clear. Do not brown.Add the tomatoes and fry for 2 minutes.Add the eggplant and stir until almost all liquid disappears and the mixture leaves the side.Place into a bowl, sprinkle on coriander and serve at once.
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Paneer or Cheese
2007-04-23 09:42:00
Quantity and Ingredient1 1/2 pints Milk1/2 t White vinegar AND1/2 t Lemon juice OR1 c YogurtMethodHeat milk and stir constantly to prevent a layer of cream from forming on the top.Remove from heat when it boils and slowly add white vinegar and lemon juice or yogurt. This sours the milk.Strain through a muslin cloth or a double layer of cheese cloth and squeeze out the whey (liquid).Hang to drip dry for 2-3 hours or overnight. Then lie out the cheese in a rectangle in a tray and place a weight (more the better, but at least 10 lbs) on it for 3/4 hour.Cut it into whatever shape you like.
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Okra-Bhindi
2007-04-23 09:35:00
For Serving 6 peoplesQuantity and Ingredient1 lb okra2 small Onions2 small Tomatoes1/4 t Turmericto taste SaltRed pepper (optional)Oil for fryingMethodWash the okra and dry it thoroughly.Cut off the heads and cut into small circles.Chop the onions and tomatoes separately.Deep fry the okra until very brown.Remove from heat and set aside. Pour out some oil.Add turmeric to hot oil. Add the onions and fry until golden brown.Add the fried okra, salt, pepper, and tomatoes.Cover and bake at 250 F for 15 minutes.
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Gulab Jamuns with Easy Method
2007-04-21 08:51:00
Quantity and Ingredient1 c Bisquick2 c Carnation powder2 c Water1 1/2 c Sugar4 pods Cardamomfew drops Rose water1/2 stick Butter (4 T)1/8 c YogurtMilkOil for fryingMethod Heat butter and pour in a bowl.Add Bisquick, carnation powder and yogurt and blend together.Knead well adding milk if necessary.Make a smooth ball, cover and let rest about 30 minutes.Make 12-14 small balls.Heat the water, add sugar, bring to boil, add cardamom seeds and simmer.Boil, then simmer to reduce the water by half.Heat the oil until hot and fry the balls to a golden brown or until they are dark brown almost black.Soak in sugar syrup until they double in size about 1 hour or overnight.Serve hot or cold.
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Gobi Aloo -Cauliflower and Potatoes
2007-04-11 12:25:00
This recipe livens up ordinary cauliflower and potatoes into something quite different. The recipe shown here has spices that are not necessary (like cloves and cardamom) or at least that are not how my wife made it at home, however it adds a nice touch.Quantity and Ingredient1 Large cauliflower3 Medium sized potatoes0.5 large Onion sliced thinly in long slices1 teaspoon Mustard seeds2 or 3 pods Cardamom1 teaspoon Coriander1-teaspoon Cumin seeds0.5 teaspoon Turmeric1 Bayleaf3 Cloves3 tablespoons Vegetable OilMethodStart boiling the potatoes in a saucepan. Let them boil for at least 15 minutes. After they are done, turn off the heat and let them stand in the water.Cut the cauliflower into small bite sized pieces (roughly 1" cubes), throwing away most of the stem pieces. Wash and drain in a collander.While the potatoes are cooking, heat the oil in a wide skillet until it is very hot. Add the mustard seeds and wait until they start popping. Add bay leaves, cardamom and cloves.Mix aroun...
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Boondhi Raita
2007-04-09 07:57:00
Quantity and Ingredient 0.25 c Besan0.5 c WaterGhee for fryingto taste Saltto taste Pepperto taste Chat Masala3.5 c Yogurt0.25 c Milk MethodMake a pouring paste of the besan and water.Heat ghee and drop paste into it through a slotted spoon to get little drops that fall one at a time (these are boondhi).Remove the drops when golden brown and dry on a paper towel to remove extra oil.Soak the drops in warm water.Add milk, salt, pepper, and add Chat Masala to yogurt.Squeeze water out of boondhi and add to yogurt.
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