There are a few different ways an andhra style amla pickle is made, this one is similar to the mango avakaya. It can be eaten with plain rice, dosa or paratha. I prefer to make pickles in small quantities so they taste and smell fresh. I had made this amla pickle with just 10 medium sized ones. You can easily double or triple the recipe. Choose amla that are firm and fresh, this keeps the pickle good for longer time....
About Basundi Basundi is a popular milk based dessert from the western Indian states of Maharashtra, Gujarat and some parts of the Southern Indian state Karnataka. Made with the most basic kitchen staples, milk, sugar, spices and nuts, this sweet dish is served with poori or as an after meal dessert. Basundi is traditionally made by simmering full fat milk until it reduces to a slightly thicker consistency. It is then sweetened with sugar and further simmered....
So far I have shared about 60 recipes using bread but I have kept this post short by compiling only 25 of them here. More Recipes, Sandwich Recipes Pakora recipe Pasta Recipes Bread Recipes for Snacks and Breakfast 1.Veg mayonnaise sandwich is a delicious & creamy vegetarian sandwich made with mayo, fresh veggies, some herbs & spices. It just takes about 10 to 15 mins to prepare. These can be made ahead and refrigerated for later use....
About Cheese Dosa Cheese dosa is a popular South Indian rice & lentil crepe topped with sauce or curry, crunchy veggies, fresh herbs and plenty of cheese. It is a savory crepe made with the traditional dosa batter, onions, green chili, coriander leaves and tomato or hot sauce. This savory crepe version is popular in restaurants in India and Singapore. It is also a popular street food. I once visited an eatery in Tamil Nadu that boasted of 27 dosa varieties including chocolate and Manchurian dosa....
About Hara Bhara Kabab Hara bhara kabab are popular North Indian snack patties made with plenty of leafy greens and vegetables like spinach, coriander leaves, green peas, potatoes and spices. The name hara bhara kabab means kababs filled with greens. True to its name, these veg kababs are filled with a good dose of healthy and nutritious greens. Like many other appetizers, Hara bhara kabab are popular in the restaurants serving North Indian food....
Traditionally uttapam were made with leftover idli & dosa batter that is usually sour. Making the traditional uttapams is a bit of work as the lentils and rice have to be soaked, ground and fermented. These instant rava uttapams are just a variation of the traditional dish & is super quick to make as it only needs mixing the ingredients to make the batter. For the healthier versions, I usually make Oats uthappam, millet uttapam and wheat flour uttapam for breakfast....
Most Indian restaurants also serve this in a thali. In South India or in Andhra restaurants it is served as menthi kura pappu. The south Indian version has curry leaves in the seasoning. To make methi dal, usually all the ingredients are just dumped in the cooker and pressure cooked till soft. Then a seasoning or tadka is made separately and poured over it. This seasoning brings out the flavors of the whole spices, garlic, red chilies and curry leaves....
About Murukku Murukku is a South Indian round spiral shaped fried snack made with rice flour, urad dal flour and basic spices like red chilli powder, hing, sesame seeds, salt and ajwain. The name “Murukku” is derived from a Tamil word for twisted. Since the dough is twisted to make round shaped spirals, it is known as Murukku. These are also known as Murukulu and Chakralu in Andra Pradesh. The same dough made in concentric layers is known as jantikalu....
You can also check these other recipes of pakki mutton biryani recipe and hyderabadi mutton dum biryani on the blog. The recipe shared in this post is good for beginners and for those who do not have much time to go through an elaborate process of making dum biryani. To make this easy biryani recipe, you don’t need any readymade biryani masala powder, since I am also sharing how to make an instant biryani masala powder which can be made in just 2 minutes....
But eating the same old plain or besan chilla (or with filling) can get boring after a while. If you’re looking for a variation that is equally healthy and tasty, bookmark this recipe. Oat flour provides the earthy tang to the base batter and grated vegetables add some nutrition. Quick and easy to make as there is no waiting time involved in the preparation of batter. No fermenting or deepening of flavors required....
The marinade used to make these malai kabab is unique and lends a great taste to the soft and tender chunks of grilled chicken. In Indian & Mughlai cuisines, there are a lot of dishes to which malai aka fresh cream is added to enhance the richness and texture of the dish. Malai chicken curry and Paneer malai kofta are 2 such dishes which I shared on the blog. This appetizer gets the name chicken malai kabab again since malai is used....
Tikka Masala is one of the most popular Indian curried dishes. An Indian restaurant menu is incomplete without a Tikka masala and Tikka kebabs. Though the first tikka masala dish was made with chicken, today you will find so many variations using seafood, veggies and even paneer/ tofu. About Shrimp Tikka Masala Shrimp Tikka Masala as the name says is simply shrimp or prawn briefly cooked in a tikka masala (gravy/sauce)....
This dish can be made ahead and in fact tastes best after resting for a few hours as in the case of meat. So you can very well prepare this 2 days ahead, refrigerate and then reheat to serve. Soya chunks, known by different names such as Soya Nuggets, Soya Wadi & Meal maker is a vegetable textured protein made with defatted soya flour. As the name says, these are in the form of chunks and granules....
Mumbai is hugely popular for its Mouthwatering street food ranging from many different kinds of chaats, fried foods like Samosa, and Sandwiches to milkshakes & Kulfis. Among them you are most likely to find these veg grilled sandwiches being sold by the hawkers everywhere, with an option to customize them. In this post I share with you how to make the same kind of delicious grilled sandwiches at home....
My family loves beetroot so I use it often to make salads, stir fry, pulao, raita, curry, kootu, sambar, halwa, juice and smoothies. Mostly I use it raw or lightly sauteed to retain the nutrients in the beets. This beetroot chutney is made in Andhra style just like any other vegetable chutney made in Andhra cuisine. Most times I pack it in the lunch box for the kids along with paratha or phulka....
The stuffing is almost similar to the aloo paratha except for including peas and carrots in this. Bread rolls are usually deep fried but they are best baked or pan fried. However I have also shared the deep frying method. These bread rolls make a very good party snack since they keep crispy for long time. They are best served with Green chutney or Schezwan sauce. More Snacks recipesBread pizzaBread pakoraAloo grilled sandwichBread upma More collections Bread recipes Sandwich Recipes Pakora recipes...
It also has nutrients that can lower the triglycerides keeping cholesterol under control. It also improves metabolism by burning fats, improves vision and is great for the digestive system. If you haven’t been using much of shimla mirch in your diet I highly recommend these yummy capsicum recipes. Capsicum is easily digestible and can also be included in a baby’s diet after 10 months. I would often add them in my babies khichdi....
Chickpeas have been cultivated, or at least eaten, in the Middle East for nearly 10,000 years. They were eventually brought to and cultivated in the Mediterranean and South Asia, where they remain important to local cuisines. In fact, there’s a few very famous spiced chickpea dishes from the Indian subcontinent called Chana masala and Punjabi Chole. About Chickpea Curry This is not a Chana Masala and not a Punjabi Chole as well!...
Egg masala gravy is a Indian dish made with boiled eggs, onions, tomatoes, whole spices & spice powders. There are numerous ways an egg gravy is made in India. Each home & region may have a different recipe. I make egg gravy in so many ways. The egg masala recipe shared here will yield you a very delicious, aromatic & moderately spicy dish. It has a unique aroma that comes from the mint leaves (pudina) & whole spices used....
About French Fries Some may say French fries are really nothing other than deep fried potatoes, but in order to truly appreciate French fries at their best, there are a number of factors to take into consideration. Beyond that, certain techniques will ensure that you are creating the optimal texture and flavor that will make your efforts worthwhile. After all, if you are going to go through the process of making French fries at home, you may as well make the best tasting fries possible....
