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Afghani Baingan (Afghan-Style Eggplant in Tomato Gravy with Yogurt)

Afghani Baingan (Afghan-Style Eggplant in Tomato Gravy with Yogurt)

Afghani Baingan is a traditional dish from Afghanistan, where eggplant is a beloved vegetable often featured in hearty, flavorful meals. Afghan cuisine is a beautiful crossroads of Central Asian, Persian, and Indian influences. This dish is a perfect example. It pairs delicately fried eggplant with a rich, mildly spiced tomato gravy. The dish is finished with a cool, tangy yogurt topping. Known for its comforting textures and layers of flavor, Afghani Baingan is typically enjoyed chilled. This makes it especially refreshing during warmer months. It is commonly served with naan, parathas, or fragrant rice. It holds a special place at…
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Delicious Chicken Tikka Biryani Recipe

Delicious Chicken Tikka Biryani Recipe

Chicken Tikka Biryani is smoky, spicy, and packed with bold flavors. It is a beloved street food, especially popular in Kanpur and Lucknow. The aroma of charred tikka and fragrant rice fills the air of bustling food stalls. This dish fuses North Indian-style chicken tikka with traditional biryani layering. The result is a meal that’s both comforting and festive. This recipe is perfect for gatherings and family dinners. You can also indulge in a taste of Uttar Pradesh street food at home. It walks you through every step to recreate the magic in your own kitchen. Serves: 5–6 people Ingredients…
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Shola (chatpati khichdi): One Pot Rice Dish for Lazy Afternoons

Shola (chatpati khichdi): One Pot Rice Dish for Lazy Afternoons

A combination of rice and yellow lentils blended with spinach and aromatic flavors. Ingredients 500 gm chicken (on the bone, cut into medium size pieces) OR mixed vegetables 150 gm yellow lentil (yellow moong beans) 250 gm basmati rice 400 gm spinach (chopped and washed) 325 gm onion sliced 325 gm tomato (diced) 3 tbsp cooking oil (or butter ghee) 2 tsp cumin seeds (zeera) 1 tsp crushed garlic 1 tsp crushed ginger 2 ¼ tsp salt (adjust to taste) 1 ½ tsp red chili powder ½ tsp turmeric powder (haldi) For Garnishing (optional but recommended) Butter ghee Green chili…
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Delicious Tomato and Carrot Soup Made Simple

Delicious Tomato and Carrot Soup Made Simple

A blend of veggies roasted to make a soup finished with seasonings Serves 5-6 people Ingredients 600 gm tomatoes 300 gm carrots 75 gm red pepper( 1 medium size) 150 gm onions ( chop all the vegetables in chunks) 2 tbsp olive oil 1½ tsp sea salt ( if not available normal salt) 8-10 peppercorns 2 tsp dried basil 1 cube chicken or vegetable stock METHOD Preheat oven at 220°C. Place the vegetable chunks in an oven tray. Drizzle olive oil and add salt and peppercorns. Cover with the foil and leave in the oven for about 50 mins. Take…
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Indo-Chinese Chicken Biryani: A Fusion Delight

Indo-Chinese Chicken Biryani: A Fusion Delight

Chicken Chinese Biryani is a fusion dish. It combines the bold flavors of traditional Indian biryani. It also uses the aromatic seasonings and cooking techniques of Chinese cuisine. This dish suits those who love Indo-Chinese cuisine. Chicken Chinese Biryani is deliciously spicy and fragrant. It brings the best of both worlds onto one plate! Serves 5-6 people Ingredients 1 kg chicken boneless medium pieces (approx 2” pieces) I prefer to use thigh fillet although breast meat is also good for this recipe 200 ml Cooking oil Olive oil is preferable to use but any other medium would be fine as…
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CRISPY CHICKEN BURGER

CRISPY CHICKEN BURGER

Home made burger with juicy tender and crispy chicken fillets CHICKEN  1 kg inner fillets ( chicken breast ) marinade - 2 tsp salt 2 tsp red chili powder 1 tsp paprika  2 tsp garlic powder  2 tsp onion powder Marinate the chicken fillets and leave aside for couple of hours  FLOUR MIXTURE  3 cups all purpose flour /plain flour  1 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp red chili powder  2 tsp paprika 1 tsp MSG / flavour enhancer / Ajinomoto  1 tsp crushed black pepper  1 tsp dried parsley  Mix all the ingredients together breaking any lumps .  SECRET SAUCE …
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How to Make Corn and Methi Curry with Cream

How to Make Corn and Methi Curry with Cream

Methi Malai Corn: Sweet corn and fenugreek leaves joined together in a cashew and tomato based gravy finished with cream Serves 5-6 people Ingredients: 300 gm sweet corn kernels (boiled) 200 gm chopped methi leaves (fenugreek leaves - fresh or frozen) 10 g or 12 cashews 3 tbsp butter 100 gm onion (diced) 200 gm tomatoes (chopped) 1 tsp crushed ginger 1 tsp crushed garlic 3-4 green chilies (finely chopped) 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp cumin seeds powder 1 tsp dhania powder (coriander powder) 1 tsp cumin seeds 2 black cardamoms 3” cinnamon stick 1 cup/150 ml milk 100…
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CREAMY BUTTER CHICKEN – Restaurant style

CREAMY BUTTER CHICKEN – Restaurant style

A creamy, tomato based traditional Indian curry with succulent chicken pieces marinated in spices. INGREDIENTS FOR CHICKEN 500 g Boneless chicken ( thigh fillet cut into medium size - approx 2” pieces) 1 tsp cumin seeds powder 1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder 1/2 tsp black pepper powder 1/4 tsp deep orange food colour 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp salt 1 tsp ginger paste 1 tsp garlic paste FOR CURRY 2 cups water 500 g tomatoes ( roughly chopped) 50 g onions (sliced) 8 cloves garlic 3” piece ginger 2 tbsp butter 1 bay leaf 2”cinnamon stick 1 black cardamom…
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Ultimate Homemade Pizza Recipe for Weekends

Ultimate Homemade Pizza Recipe for Weekends

HOME MADE PIZZA Are you ready to brace yourself with the most sumptuous and delicious dish. Actually it’s better to call it a way of life. This recipe uses the most basic ingredients from your pantry. It will give you a thin crust, slightly crunchy pizza. The pizza is covered with a tomato-based sauce and toppings with aromatic cheese. Why wouldn’t anyone want to enjoy the weekend with a mountain of pizza slices? Imagine relaxing with a warm blanket and your favourite TV show. I am sure you’d agree with me nothing beats the feeling of achievement after enjoying your…
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Authentic Baingan Bharta Recipe: A Flavorful Aubergine Delight

Authentic Baingan Bharta Recipe: A Flavorful Aubergine Delight

A delightful and flavourful aubergine dish made with chargrilled mashed aubergines. It’s an accompaniment to Indian breads, rice or even as a side dish in Indian meals. Ingredients: 2 large aubergines (eggplants) 2 tablespoons oil (mustard or vegetable oil) 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 tomatoes, finely chopped 2 green chilies, finely chopped 1 tablespoon ginger grated 1 tbsp garlic crushed 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon red chili powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder 1/2 tsp amchur powder ( dry mango powder)-1tsp paprika powder-1 tsp cumin seeds-1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds-1tsp ajwain seeds ( caraway seeds)-1/4 tsp hing ( asafoetida) Fresh…
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