Recipes
Punjabi Kadhi
Punjabi Kadhi is a spiced up yogurt based curry like dish is a staple among the punjabi’s and a delicacy with the rest of the world. Try this tangy and delicious recipe for Punjabi Kadhi. Kadhi Chawal (rice) is a street food in most of part of Delhi and Punjab. In Northern India, pakodas(dumplings) are added to the chickpea gravy and sour yogurt is added to add flavour to it. While is some parts of India kadhi is made with buttermilk as it gives a more smooth texture, in others it is made with sour yogurt. My recipe has evolved over the...
read moreCilantro Tomatillo Chutney
Chutney refers to a wide-ranging family of condiments from India. There are many varieties of chutney. Cilantro tomatillo chutney is a tangy and spicy paste/puree made from cilantro (hara dhania), tomatillo and green chillies. Chutneys come in a wide range of bold and exciting flavors ranging from spicy to sweet, savory, tangy and even sour. They also vary in textures depending upon the ingredients used and their preparation. Cilantro tomatillo chutney is really delicious and flavorful plus it’s healthy, all ingredients are fresh....
read moreWatermelon Cooler
This watermelon slushy is just perfect for hot summer days! Watermelon, ice, and a bit of lime juice are simply blended together in this quick treat. Great summer time drink – for those who don’t love texture in their drink, just strain the watermelon puree for the juice (my little one preferred it this way). My family loves watermelon and the fact that it is only in season for such a short time means I try to serve it as often as I can during the few summer months when it is at its most refreshing and sweet. A great way to use...
read moreKalakand (Milk cake)
Kalakand is a popular sweet made out of solidified, sweetened milk called Khoya and Paneer. On contrary to the traditional version this  recipe requires only 2 major ingredients Ricotta Cheese and Condensed Milk, the ingredients are readily available and all that is required is mixing and cooking in the microwave. Kalakand / Milk Cake is a recipe that is simple and easy and yet has the look that you’ve probably slaved over the dish for hours . If you are looking for a hassle free and shortcut version of Kalakand, this microwave recipe...
read moreAchari Aloo (potatoes)
Achari Aloo is a spicy, tangy potato dry dish with lot of flavors. This weekend came across baby potatoes in Indian stores and remembered this recipe mom use to make. Baby potatoes are much tastier than their adult counterparts. When coupled with some spicy, tangy ingredients they can render a very classic taste. Achari Aloo takes its name from the spices which are usually used to make pickles. Potatoes are hot favorite in my house, and in general over the years I have observed that any potato recipe especillay dry roasted crispy...
read moreBaingan Bharta
Punjabi Baingan Bharta is just one of the several versions of Baingan/Eggplant Bharta there are in Indian cooking. The word ‘Bharta’  refers to dishes in which the ingredients are roughly mashed either before or after the dish is prepared. A North Indian speciality of roasted brinjals, skinned and made into a simple but exotic preparation. Baigan bharta is roasted brinjal cooked in tangy tomato gravy, this is one brinjal preparation that no one can say no to. The success of this recipe lies in how well you roast the...
read moreTomato Rice
Tomato Rice makes a great one-dish meal. This rice recipe is extremely flavorful rice dish using ripe red tomatoes and rice. It is a very delicious and simple to prepare . Pureed tomatoes are sauted with spices and then added to rice. Alternate you could prepare the tomato gravy and mix with rice and cook together in rice cooker or pressure cooker. In case you are wondering how is a girl from north making southern Indian dishes, well when I was in college my room mate was from south India  and her mother made amazing Lemon rice and tomato...
read moreBaklava
Ever since I had baklava  have been wanting to make it.  It was very intimidating so kept postponing, but today when I opened my freezer and saw the phyllo dough, I thought lets give it a try. Once you start  it is really simple. Baklava is a delicious phyllo pastry popular in Middle Eastern countries.In baklava, layers of crisp phyllo dough alternate with a sugary spiced nut mixture, and the whole thing is then soaked in fragrant sweet syrup made with sugar, lemon and cinnamon or cardamon. It’s an exotic and decadent treat to be...
read moreChicken Shawarma Sandwich
Shawarma is a fast-food staple across the Middle East, Europe,and in some parts of Canada. I like to think of shawarmas as the “Arabian Taco,” because of their ubiquitous and inexpensive nature. Chicken Shawarma  sandwich are thinly cut meat stuffed inside  pita breads which were sliced open and served with tomatoes, cucumbers, hummus, tahini or garlic...
read moreBaked Chicken Tacos
Baked chicken tacos are the easiest appetizer you can make in 20 minutes. Its unbelievably simple and delicious. The individual serving sizes also make this dish a great party appetizer. For this recipe I have used wonton wrappers and minced chicken for the filling. You can top your tacos with your favorite topping like fresh salsa, guacamole, jalapenos, sour cream, beans and cheese. Enjoy the flavors and textures of this wonderful meal. You can make these in advance and then reheat them as a batch by placing them in a 350 degree oven for...
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