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Often when we are hosting a mini party ,get together ,family gatherings ,we need starters and if your guests love chicken, we need handy recipes to prepare them fast.Even when we are at home with family binge watching Netflix on a weekend , these lovely chicken fries and kebabs can come to your rescue. So …
Sometimes you just dont feel like having a three course meal for lunch or want to have a quick dinner with balanced nutrition.This is an incredibly easy and customizable recipe which involves just marinating the chicken with spices and herbs and bake. Ingredients 500 gm boneless chicken breasts 1 onion grated 2 tbsp ginger garlic …
This is a chicken curry which I prepared, remebering my childhood train journey days . I used to travel at least thrice a year from Kolkata to my grand mother’s place in North Bengal, surrounded with hills and a very fascinating place for sure. This is a rustic chicken curry being served in the compartment …
This is a variant of chili chicken which I prepared with a sticky honey glaze which gives an attractive bright coating and a sweet sour and spicy flavour with a little bit of crunch . The honey is caramelized and pour over the chicken to add a sticky coating of the sauce. I personally love …
The chicken mainated with soy sauce, white wine coated in corn flour deep fired and then this fried chicken is cooked in a thick soy based sauce with crunchy roasted peanuts. The dish is spicy and delicious. I used Lee Kum Kee’s soy sauce, oyster sauce and sesame oil for this dish. You can use …
Chicken roulade can be a delicious wholesome dish and when served with some stir fried vegetables can serve as a filling brunch or dinner. Boneless chicken breasts are stuffed and rolled to form a cylindrical shape and tied with a thread and shallow fried. Ingredient 500 gm Chicken breasts boneless 1 cup corn 2 to …
Mole is a traditional dark colored sauce used in authentic Mexican cuisine, with intense flavor from spices , chilies and chocolates.Generally, a mole sauce contains a fruit, chili pepper, nut, spices and chocolate or cocoa powder. The history of this sauce according to Wikipedia goes back to a convent in Puebla where the nuns created …
This is a chicken recipe from old Delhi evolved from the British era . In the British version of chicken stew the chicken and spices are cooked together to form a thin runny non spicy gravy in contrast to the Indian process of cooking where the spices are first fried or bhunao in oil. But slowly the same chicken stew evolved among the locals and started being cooked in local restaurants with whole spices all cooked together but with more oil and ghee, to give rise to the modern chicken istu one of the most popular dish in the restaurants of Delhi.
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This is a chicken recipe from old Delhi evolved from the British era . In the British version of chicken stew the chicken and spices are cooked together to form a thin runny non spicy gravy in contrast to the Indian process of cooking where the spices are first fried or bhunao in oil. But …
Curry roux is an instant mix made of flour, butter and ingredients of curry powder which can be added to any meat or vegetable stew to get a wholesome curry. Japanese curry powder consists of a mixture of spices similar to the Indian curry powder but its less spicy. It also contains the grated lemon …
A simple chicken curry mild spicy with minimum ingredients yet mind-blowing will take you to a virtual journey to the coastal plains of India decorated with green laced border of coconut trees. The preparation is inspired by “Kori Gassi ” , the famous Mangalorean chicken curry and Kolhapuri chicken curry but uses lesser ingredients. …
Bengali cuisine is light and flavorsome , and spicy from the green chilies ,the use of red chilies has started much later with the foreign influences. The ingredients used in the dishes were procured from the local cultivation and if you look at the history,researchers found that red chilies have not originated in India but …
This is a summer chicken curry prepared when you have mango abundance in the season.Sweet and tangy with subtle spiciness are the key flavors of this curry. Ingredients 400 to 500 gm Chicken 1 big tomato 1/2 cup onions 1 cup mango pulp 1 cup curd 6 to 7 medium garlic cloves 2 …
The “empanadas”, the name is derived from the Spanish word “empanar” meaning to coat in bread .This a baked or fried stuffed pastry popular in America ,Spain,Portugal and parts of South America. They are popular snacks all over the world and filled with a variety of fillings including seafood, beef, pork etc.In India these semi …
I have a sweet tooth and I love sweet dishes but sweet and sour chicken is really unique but you will love it.I first had this dish during my trip in Hongkong and it was prepared with pork.The pork pieces were tender ,sweet and delicious ,though I would have loved it a little more …
This new year ,I had been with my mom and brother and spent some valuable time with them.For the dinner I made a whole chicken roast stuffed with rice,seafood and chicken mince infused with Indian spices.The accompaniment was stir fried broccoli,potatoes and peppers.The chicken was tender an juicy with flavors from black pepper and mild …
In rural India ,clay pots are the popular containers for cooking as they are cheap ,easy to wash and bio degradable ,can be used and thrown.According to ancient Ayurveda earthen utensils make more nutritious food.Due to their porous nature heat is distributed uniformly to the food cooking in them and gets cooked slowly and uniformly …
Calcutta as a city never ceases to amaze me with its rich history and beautiful people .When I shifted to Mumbai ,I would miss its crowd ,club culture,helpful people on the street who are ready to spare time for the citizens besides their erratic schedule,where every hefty argument over coffee table must revolve around politics ,food …
Raw papaya is one favorite ingredient among Bong community and why not! it is extremely nutritious and healthy .Besides having the property of easily digesting the fibers in vegetables and meat due to the presence of papain ,it also helps to retain the skin glow and ageless beauty. Raw papaya has a neutral taste and …
Generally on a typical busy week day my husband reaches home late at night from the office but rarely he eats outside.He is a perfect foodie and lover of home cooked food.and further more he is a lover of traditional typical Indian food like “roti sabji”, “traditional Bengali chicken curry and rice” or “fish and …
This is a good way to use any left over peas puree or use this seasonal super food in an innovative way.The peas are boiled and mashed with garlic and used for stuffing the chicken breasts.The breasts are then steamed to form dumplings which are simmered in the peas sauce to form a delicacy.The recipe …
This is a one pot meal you can relish as a dinner on a cold night .The light soup smoking hot with noodles ,meat and vegetables tender and juicy in it will make you feel warm and cozy .You can drizzle the soup with black pepper or green chilies if you want to spice up.This is …
This is a crunchy fried chicken recipe which you can quickly make during any time of the day.The chicken is first marinated and then coated with a crispy coating followed by deep fry in oil.Kids will love it. Ingredients for marination chicken with bones or chicken legs(500 gm) Lemon juice (2 tbsp) Salt ( 1 …
This dish is from the era of Nawabs and Mughal rule in India.It is said that Biryani came to India along with the Persian invaders .In Lukhnow ,the Biryani at first was not at all a Royal or Shahi dish.The construction workers who worked for the palace used to prepare this wholesome meal by cooking …
This is my childhood comfort recipe to cook.During my teens whenever I wanted to cook for the guests or my friends ,I used to cook this one as it is a sure shot hit and every body will praise about you.Oh! how I used to love that! Even now I don’t need to refer to …
Khichudi a delicious one pot meal , is one of the favorite meals of the people from the state of West Bengal popularly known as Bongs all over the world.It is a casserole which consists of nutritive and filling food items such as rice lentils ,vegetables ,meat etc. Khichudi is also known as khichdi is …
This is a simple yet delicious chicken curry from North East India specifically the Khasi mountainous regions.The cooking here is very healthy using minimal or or not using oil at all .Instead the chicken skin and fats are used to impart taste to the dish.I have followed the recipe from a book “Recipe of Meghalaya” …
Murg musallam is an authentic Mughlai dish which is extremely popular in Northern and Eastern part of India.Authentic dish contains a roasted and marinated whole chicken stuffed with spices,prawns ,eggs or rice and then cooking it in a yoghurt based spicy gravy .Today I will teach a royal dish which is still a favorite among …
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Dahi vada is a common North Indian dessert which contains lentils dumplings deep fried and then soaked in a sweet and sour yoghurt sauce with a lot of spicy and sweet chutney.Like any other North Indian street food it contains an interesting mix of flavors but then I read this recipe “keema dahi vada” in …
This is a popular recipe from the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra made with mutton,(the meat of goat).Kolhapur is known for its spicy red chilies and the dishes from Kolhapur are generally bright red in color.Pandhara rassa , an exception is a rich medium spicy dish which is pure white in color.Pandhara means white in Marathi …
This post is more about a tour to a local beach in one of the weekends rather than only sharing a recipe.Kelwa Beach is situated about 80 kilometres towards the north on the outskirts of Mumbai.The residents of Kelwa beach are mainly from the Koli community who are involved in the fishing industry due to …
Biriyani is a dish which became popular in India due the influence of Turk and Mughal invaders . Chicken Tikka Biryani Recipe is one of the famous delicacy of Punjabi Cuisine. It is prepared by cooking rice and spicy chicken tikkas together in a covered pot. Chicken tikka is also a popular dish from the …
This is a traditional chicken curry cooked the Bengali way.During my childhood around 30 to 40 years back the poultry concept was not so predominant.In contrast local country hen was used for making authentic Bengali curries.The meat contained more flavor and the curries contain less spices compared to chicken cooked in the Mughlai way.Bengali cooking …
I recently had this wonderful invention in my kitchen where I made a chicken curry with fresh green peas sauce.It had lend a slightly sweet taste and nutty rich texture and beautiful natural color to the dish.those who hesitate to try something new fearing failure can also go for this dish as the dish is …
This is my childhood favorite soup which we prepare during every winter season.Packed with vitamins,minerals and good nutrients it will help to build immunity for kids and keep us healthy and active.One can make it vegetarian also without adding chicken ..it is equally tasty. Ingredients Beetroot chopped into cubes(1/2 cup) Carrots cubed (1/2 cup) Beans …
Biriyani is a one pot meal which dates back to the era of Mughals.it is a Royal dish brought to India by the Nawabs and we still enjoy this rich delicacies in the various parts of the country .Among all the biriyanis the Hyderabadi and the Lukhnowi biriyani are the most popular. While Hyderabad in …
This s a very simple and easy chicken soup which can be a hot favorite of kids and elders alike specially during cold winter mornings.Oh ! my mouth starts watering even imaging the dish.You can serve this with garlic breads or Indian flat breads..My child loves it.But while cooking for a child one should take care of …
This is an extremely easy and delicious recipe .Fenugreek leaves are used in this dish which is a beneficial herb used over ages.Besides having numerous health benefits it is useful for diabetes patients for bringing down the level of sugar in blood. Fenugreek is also very beneficial for hair and skin.The traditional recipe calls for using fresh fenugreek leaves and …
This is a very simple homemade chicken fry which is beautifully crispy and has a flavor of coconut in the crispy coating.I just discovered this recipe by chance and I haven’t googled to check that whether such a recipe exist or not.But I am completely satisfied by its taste and I am ready to make …
I had a wonderful memory about having this dish from a street eatery in Kolkata and I couldn’t forget the taste even after so many years.It is a complete meal with soft noodles and luscious finger licking gravy .So here is my version of the wonderful Chinese food available in Kolkata. Ingredients 1.noodles 1 packet …
This is a traditional recipe and many variations to this exists but I made it a fusion one by adding homemade mayonnaise and it tasted really great.But I insist on homemade mayonnaise only.The shop bought one will definitely serve the purpose but the flavor will not be that great as this.In case anybody does not …
This is a protein packed recipe .Generally I use Bengal gram dal or chana dal in this recipe but due to the absence of this pulse in my pantry I use red lentils which is also known as Masoor dal. This is an extremely tasty lentil and can be used to make soups , patties …
This dish is a type of tapas.Tapas are a type of snacks in Spanish cuisine served with cocktail.This dish contains chicken fried in egg and flour batter and then dipped in honey mustard sauce.You can serve this dish in any party as starters or along with the main course as a side dish Ingredients 1.Chicken …
This is a fusion recipe which I made on my husband’s request .It suddenly became a great hit in my house.The flavor of Indian curry powder with Chinese seasonings are absorbed well into the main ingredients and the strong aroma filled the whole house . Ingredients 1.Chicken liver and kidney(200 gm) 2.Onions (cut into large …
These are soft juicy tender spicy yet white kebabs marinated in creamy spicy paste.These can be served as a starter in any party ,festivals or get togethers.These are also rightily known as “reshmi kebab”.The word “Resham” in Hindi ,means silk .This kebab is known for its silky soft texture. The quality of meat is very …
This is a quick chicken recipe full of flavor due to the addition of Mango.You can serve it as a side dish to fried rice or any flat breads. I recommend the mango should be sweet and sour and not too sweet. Ingredients 1.Chicken boneless(200 gm) 2.Garlic (3 to 4 cloves) 3.Green chilies (3 to …
Momo is a Tibetan recipe which can be a one pot meal.It is similar to Japanese gyozas and Chinese dimsums, momo word derived from chinese word meaning “Steamed bread” has a filling from ground meat .It is a common street snacks in Nepal, Tibet and the Himalayan regions of Northern India.This is my childhood favorite.My …
This can be the perfect starters for any party and the kids will love it too. Instead of making balls you can make kebabs also in the same process.This kebab platter is colorful and attractive. The platter includes two types of kebabs one is green and another red,I wanted to include white also but I …
This is a healthy and light recipe which one of my blogger friend has quickly suggested to me.It is spicy,crunchy,juicy,sweet and sour and delicious.It can be a one pot meal or a filling for a tasty sandwich.My sincere and hearty thanks to her(Viana) for this wonderful recipe which I modified a little according to the …