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Mega Man 6
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"Can play like a dream or a nightmare... it all depends on the player"
Much like Mega Man 2, I have fond memories of Mega Man 6. While it's hard to deny the series was running out of gas by this point - just take a look at some of the robot masters - there were several things that managed to grab my attention. The most important additions in Mega Man 6 revolve around the Rush adapters that grant the player the ability to turn into Jet and Power Mega Man. These forms allowed the player to reach previously inaccessible areas and helped bring back a little of the exploration that was slightly siphoned out of the games over the years.
Welcome as adapters are, they can also show one how sloppy the game can be. The first eight stages of the game play like a dream and I have no complaints. It's only after the player enters the final two fortresses do we see where how ugly things can get when game's challenges are not tackled the right way. Things are entertaining and a breeze with the right weapons/form in hand, but this slick veneer is quickly peeled away when the player is caught between a rock and a hard place. Even with advance knowledge of what's ahead it's amazing how easy it is for trouble to rear it's ugly head.
Still, like the family pet the fails to do its business outside, it's hard to stay mad at Mega Man 6. This especially holds true when one considers the fact the game almost didn't make it out of Japan. With the arrival of Mega Man X on the SNES, Capcom decided to forgo publishing the game abroad; it was only after Nintendo decided to pick it up for the fading NES that we actually got the game. While it's easy to see how Mega Man 6 would pale to the first title in the X series, I think most can agree it would be annoying to have a title missing from a string of sequels.
Its interesting history and aggravating points aside, Mega Man 6 is an excellent conclusion to the NES library of Mega Man titles. While my memories don't exactly gel with currently realities - the game not being the juggernaut I remember - such is the fate of many of the games we grow up with. That said, the game is easily a worth while investment for fans and newcomers alike and is
Reviewer's Score: 8/10 | Originally Posted: 07/19/11
Game Release: Mega Man 6 (US, 03/31/94)
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The third episode for Telltales new Back to the Future series. Marty McFly finds himself trapped in an alternate 1986 Hill Valley ruled under the watchful eye of First Citizen Brown.
The second episode of Telltale's new Back to the Future series. After hastily rescuing Doc Brown from 1931 and finding himself fading from history, Marty McFly must correct the timeline and preserve his own future.
Telltale Games brings an all new adventure to the Back to the Future universe, which takes place six months after the end of the last film.
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The third episode of Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse follows Sam's attempts to get Max's brain back. Before Max has to save reality.
Sam & Max are back to protect the world from a power-mad space gorilla in the first episode of a brand new season from Telltale Games.
Lair of the Leviathan is the third part of the episodic Tales of Monkey Island from Telltale Games.
Telltale resurrects the much-loved pirate adventure franchise with Tales of Monkey Island, a five-part episodic series continuing the adventures of Guybrush Threepwood, this being the first.
Penny Arcade: On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness: Episode 2 is the second in a series of episodic adventure role-playing games from Hothead Games and the creators of the titular webcomic.
Developed by Telltale Games, Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People is an episodic adventure based around the popular Homestar Runner universe.
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Bosco's missing! Sam & Max travel their way through space and time in this penultimate episode of their second season.
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Lucy Mecklenburgh has one of the best figures on TOWIE, and just this week she stripped off down to her bikini.
Lucy Mecklenburgh showing off her amazing body this week. Copyright [WENN]However, today Lucy Mecklenburgh has revealed her diet secrets - consisting of a blimmin' massive breakfast.
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The TOWIE star tweeted a photo of her yummy looking Eggs Benedict, alongside the caption: "Off for a big fry up...Now that's a breakfast!!!"
Yep, that's a breakfast and a half. The whole thing has got us wondering how on earth Lucy Mecklenburgh maintains her perfect body.
During the launch of her bikini range earlier this week, Lucy showed off her abs of steal and toned legs.
Lucy Mecklenburgh tweeted this picture of her breakfast. Copyright [Lucy Mecklenburgh]However, the TOWIE stunner recently revealed on Twitter that she doesn't diet, instead indulging in whatever she fancies.
Lucy said: "I don't do fad diets I eat healthy and stay fit I never support fad diets , Balanced diets & everything in moderation #bodysecrets.
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The day before, mix the veal or hamburger with the pork.
Add the eggs, garlic, salt, pepper, and basil.
Add the rosemary and nutmeg.
Line a pate mold or bread pan with bacon slices.
Mix 1/2 cup of brandy or dry sherry with the meat mixture, and place it in the mold until it is half full.
Cover the top with the parsley, green onion, and ham.
Add the rest of the meat mixture until the mold is full.
Cover the top with the remaining bacon, and add the bay leaf.
Pour a little more (maybe 1/4 cup) brandy or sherry over the top, and you are ready to bake.
Place the mold in a pan of water.
Water should reach up one-third of the side of the mold.
Cover with aluminum foil and a lid, if you are using one, and place the whole in a 325° oven for about 1 1/2 hours.
You check for doneness by looking to see if the juices are clear rather than pink.
Remove from the oven, and remove the lid.
Place a piece of wood on the top of the meat.
The wood should be cut to fit the mold exactly, allowing for a little space so that the wood may press the meat down.
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The two-day RTI convention ended on Sunday with over 350 RTI activists passing a series of resolutions aimed at strengthening the RTI Act that should improve transparency and help in better governance.
These included those relating to Supreme Court judgments effect on RTI, bringing public-private-partnership (PPP) models under the RTI and framing uniform rules for the Act among others.
Of the 14 SC orders that were talked about, only in two cases was the directive to provide information given. However, the number of cases in which the courts had denied information was higher. Activist felt that a number of SC judgments were curtailing the fundamental right of freedom and that citizens need to approach courts in some ways to put their case forward.
Hence, public discussion on SC orders was one such resolution. "It (convention) noted that SC had given many rulings that would constrict RTI. We believed that a number of meetings should be held to create discuss the issue after which we should approach the SC to revert some of these," said former central information commissioner, Shailesh Gandhi.
PPP models that are increasingly becoming the norm too were discussed. It was felt that they all be brought under RTI ambit as was the case with political parties. "The convention backed earlier decision of central information commission that PPP models should be under public scrutiny. A very strong case was made in case of political parties too," said Gandhi. Most of these were recommendations that a study had thrown up after analysing and talking to over 4,000 applicants across India.
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Patent pending technology allows CobraCo™ flower box and pot holders to adjust to fit any size railing. Planter and flowers shown in planter are not included.
Our CobraCo™ 24 Inch Adjustable Basic Flower Box Holder is easy to use and comes in a white finish. It holds up to a 24 inch box. Of course, it can be used with a variety of smaller flower box sizes. Most importantly it adjusts to any railing. These customization options make it a helpful addition to your porch and deck decor.
With the flower box holder's adjustable clasps, you can install the flower box holder to most railings. The key to its adjustability is its interchangeable clasps -- use the short side for thinner railings and the long side of the clasp for larger railings.
Wrought iron, aluminum or vertical wood railings are generally thinner, meaning you will probably want to use the short end of the clasp, which fits 2 inch to 4 inch railings.
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The chef came out and described the menu. They have gluten free pot pie and meatloaf, among other items. For dessert they have gluten free brownie sundae and cheesecake. Everything was delicious. We even got the recipe for their gluten free meatloaf.
Not bad, lots of options and friendly staff. We probably wouldn't go back due to what you get for the price.
We had GF fried chicken which was really good ( u hv to order it an hour in advance.) besides that, sides were gross, & Ur borderline harassed by the staff. The only reason they get 4 stars is for the fried chicken, & there's a ton of it ( 1/2 chicken). So, bring Ur appetite!
Very knowledgable staff. Chef came out to explain options. Delicious gluten-free pot pie. Omission beer available. Fun place!
Love this restaurant! The staff was funny and exciting! I would definitely recommend!
Best fried chicken ever ! We pre ordered it so we didn't have to wait the 45 mins :)
AMAZING! Staff is super knowledgeable and friendly! Chicken pot pie was so good and they have gluten free desserts. You can also get GF fried chicken just make sure to call ahead it takes a out 45 minutes to cook
Didn't get sick, but the quality of food was sub-par compared to other gluten-free offerings at Disney World. As others have mentioned in their reviews of this place, the chicken pot-pie was just the filling with a thin slice of GF bread. Very under-whelming. We went thinking we could get GF fried chicken, but the waiter pushed the pot-pie. Maybe something else would have been more appetizing.
When ordered chicken pot pie expected a pot pie. Got chicken pot pie filling with a piece of bread on top and bottom. Not a traditional pot pie like expected. Also, pretty sure it contained gluten. Can't be sure. Chef assured me it didn't but who knows for sure.
Wanted the fried chicken but someone else had just ordered so we were told it would be an hour plus wait. The chef and server were pretty much clueless about helping order GF. Went with the pot roast. It was dry, bland and just not good. Thankfully no one got sick. Server was boring too - none if the fun stuff you hear about!
I had a tasty GF meal and my non-GF family did as well. We became part of the entertainment in our section and had great fun. The staff was very knowledgable. I recommend this restaurant!
I wanted the friend chicken but was told it would be about an hour to make it. I got the gluten free meatloaf. It was yummy with mash potatoes and green beans. For dessert I got a chocolate milkshake made gluten and dairy free. Very yummy.
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The Bar at the Edge of Universe
A hotel bar with a big window showing outer space on one side and a pair off glass doors on the other side which lead to the restaurant. There is also an automatic entrance door that leads into the bar.
There is a barman behind the bar, he is wiping the bar and generally straightening the bar area. He is humming as he works. He is wearing a typical barman uniform. White Shirt, waist coast and a bow tie.
The main entrance door opens automatically and a man stumbles into the bar wearing pyjamas bottoms with a checked pattern, a plain T-shirt and slippers that resemble shoes. The Man looks startled and a little dazed.
The man looks around sees the barman and walks over to the bar
MAN: (confusedly)were am I?
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(the Bar Man carries on wiping the tables)
MAN: (he tries to get the barman's attention) Excuse me Sir... (a little louder) Sir
BARMAN: (he walks to the other end of the bar apparently not hearing him)
MAN: Sir... Excuse me.
BARMAN: (Barman sees him) Hello how can i help you
MAN: Were am I?
BARMAN: Why you are at the bar
MAN: What bar? Were?
BARMAN: Why don't you take a seat and i can get you a drink. (he gestures to man)
MAN: (he hesitates then confusedly takes a seat at the bar. The man sits on a stylish swivel chair. He looks around paying particular interest to the window that appears to look out onto space) were am I, this cant be possible he points to the window, I'm….
BARMAN: (interrupts)Now young man do not worry. Do not concern yourself with, what may or not be outside of that window. (he tries to get the mans attention changes his tone slightly) Please, Please let me get you a drink. Please, you can have anything you want, anything at all. We have everything you can possible think of from sprits to cocktails. Shorts to Shots. Please let me get you something.
MAN: (confused) But… How…
BARMAN: (calmly)Let me get you a drink. What would you like
MAN: (starts to think)hmm I would like (hesitates)
BARMAN: What, What is it…
MAN: Ow I'm not sure I don't think you'll have it
BARMAN: Trust me if it's real we'll have it and if its not we'll make it anyway. (he chuckles as if he's said something funny)
MAN: If you have it, then I would like a mojito with fresh mint, if it's available.
BARMAN: Mojito with fresh mint excellent choice coming right up.
The barman starts to get different sprits from behind the bar and mixes the cocktail in a cocktail canister . When he is finished he puts a glass in front of the man and pours the drink into the glass and adds fresh mint.
BARMAN: One Mojitio an excellent choice sir.
MAN: (the man looks at it reluctantly)
BAR MAN: Please... Please try it
MAN: (the man slowly lifts the glass and takes a sip and Instantly his face perks up) Wow this is amazing (he takes another sip) Fantastic. (He finishes the drink)
BARMAN: Same again?
MAN: Sure
BARMAN: (he pours the man another drink from his canister, watches him for a few seconds then starts cleaning the bar)
MAN: (The man drinks it in the same way as the last one he then holds the glass up in the air as if requesting another drink, the bar man is a further down the bar so the man shouts down to the bar man) Any chance of a Refill barman.
BARMAN: (the bar man walks back to the man) That's not a problem but before I do that, would you mind if we just talked a little...you haven't said much since you got here and I'm starting to think I must not be very good at my job.. if folks like you don't open up to me a little.
MAN: Yeah sure what do you want to talk about
BARMAN: I want to talk about you. I want to talk about you Simon
SIMON: (surprised) How did you know my name?
BARMAN: Never mind that. I need to know why you came here
SIMON: (he ponders this question)Why I came here? I do not even know were here is... I do not know were I am (he swivels the chair to look back out of the window)
BARMAN: Look at me Simon
SIMON: (he does not respond)
BARMAN: Simon look at me. Look at me PLEASE
SIMON: (turns to face him)
BARMAN: (the bar man stops him and asks the same question again)If I tell you were you are... will you tell me why you're here.
SIMON: (believes he has nothing to lose by agreeing to this )Ok
BARMAN: So we have a deal
SIMON: Yes
BARMAN: (stares at him intensely) Are you sure
SIMON: (he thinks as he is probably dreaming it does not matter what he agrees to)
Yes I promise.
BARMAN: Good that's marvellous. This place... This place is known as the bar at the edge of the universe
SIMON: Your crazy
BARMAN: Wait Simon. Please listen I'm not crazy and your not either, but you have to understand something or not understand if that pleases you more... As long as you understand the jist of what I'm saying, that will do me fine. The place has been known by many other names and has taken many other forms, but for a long time it has been presented in the way that you see before you
SIMON: (confused)I am not sure if…
BARMAN: It doesn't matter if you don't understand this place is real and you are here and that's all the matters. I'm happy you're here.. very happy.
SIMON: but what am I doing here.
BARMAN: (leans forward towards him) I want you to tell me. I want you to tell me why you came. You made me promise
SIMON: but I don't know why I came. I not sure why I'm here and what or were this place is.
BARMAN: I've told you...your in the Bar at the edge of the universe. Come on Simon. You know why you're here you just need to tell..
SIMON: that impossible I cant be
BARMAN: (grabs Simon's arm) No it's possible this place is real and I am too. Please you know the answer.
SIMON: I don't
BARMAN: (slight anger and grabbing his arm) think simon think. You know the answer. Tell me why your here. You came for a reason. TELL ME
SIMON: (pulls his arm away)
BARMAN: (grabs his arm again)Think to Remember... what did you do before you came here... what were you thinking about
Let me put it another way, what was the last thing you remember.
They stare at each other for a few seconds. Then Simon remembers something. He knows why he is there and he is emotional
BARMAN: (the bar man realises that he has remembered something)YES SIMON YES!
SIMON: No No it can't be. She can't. She can't be here.
SIMON: (he gets of his seat) I knew it. I knew it... I knew she was real. Were is she I have to see her. Please... were is she.
BARMAN: calm down Simon. Don't worry she's waiting for you she's not going anywhere.
SIMON: Tell me were she is
BARMAN: She will wait as long as you are here. She will never leave without seeing you.. do you understand.
BARMAN: Now that you a have come she will wait. As long as you're here she will wait.
SIMON: (in desperation) Please let me see her.
(they stare at each other)
BARMAN: she's in the restaurant she's waiting (he points to the glass doors next to the bar)
SIMON: (sees the glass doors leading to the restaurant runs to them when he is close they open and he enters)


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We Knead to Bake #26 -Kummelweck Rolls
It's been 2 months since the 'Dream machine' arrived…and I haven't baked bread for many months now. Ever since the Kitchen Aid arrived, I wanted to use it for Kneading bread dough. We Knead to Bake is in its 26th month and I have missed baking many of the breads. For a while now, I have had an idea brewing in my head to make- to fuse the classic Misal-Pav flavours into a burger. I was being too lazy to try this though. On a whim yesterday, I decided to take care of all the above issues and baked these gorgeous Kummelweck Rolls.
"A Kummelweck (Kimmelweck) Roll is a crusty Roll sprinkled with caraway and coarse salt instead of sesame or poppy seed topping. They are German in origin ,"Kummel" means caraway seeds while "Weck" means roll. In Buffalo in New York, these rolls are used to make a speciality sandwich called the "Beef on Weck", with thinly sliced rare roast beef and horseradish and it is typically served with fries and a dill pickle. These rolls are great for sandwiches and burgers'.
I made 8 large sized Rolls using the recipe below. The hot weather aided the proofing and I got supersized rolls. I am not sure whether it was the added Vital Gluten, or the Kitchen aid or the recipe itself, but these are one of the best rolls I have baked- Crusty tops and super fluffy inside. Thank you Aparna for this fabulous recipe.
Next time maybe, I will keep the size smaller. Also, I used Shahjeera, instead of Caraway seeds.
I made a Misal Flavoured patty to sandwich between these fluffy buns, along with some sweet and sour mango chutney. To enhance the Misal flavor, I also added a layer of the Onion-Tomato Masala that is served with the Masala Pav . All these elements gelled together in this fabulous Misal Pav burger – as per the family this was one of the best burgers they have had.Recipe for my Misal Pav burger coming up tomorrow.
Here's the recipe for the Kummelweck/Kimmelweck Rolls
(Adapted from http://www.jewishfood-list.com/recipes/bread/rollskimelweck01.html )
2 1/2 tsp active dry yeast, I used Instant yeast
1/2 cup warm water
1/2 cup warm milk
2 Tbsp oil
1 tbsp honey
1 egg white (optional)
1 1/2 tsp salt
3 to 3 1/4 cups bread flour*
Egg wash (optional)
Coarse sea salt and caraway seeds (Iused Shahjeera)
*To substitute for bread flour add 1 tbsp of vital wheat gluten to 2 to 3 cups of all-purpose flour.
Mix together the warm water and the warm milk and stir in the yeast. Let it sit aside for about 5 minutes. Knead by hand or with the machine.
In the bowl of your machine, combine the yeast mixture, oil, honey,the egg white and stir.
Now add the salt and about 2 1/2 cups of flour and knead, adding as much more flour as required till you have a smooth and elastic dough that is tacky but not sticky. Shape the dough into a ball, and place it in an oiled bowl. Cover loosely with cling film and let rise for about an hour, until it is almost double in volume.
Deflate the dough well (not kneading), shape into a round and and allow it to rise, covered, for 30 minutes more.
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and shape each into a smooth ball, then slightly flatten it. Place them on lightly greased or parchment lined baking sheets. Spray or lightly brush with oil, loosely cover and let the dough rise for 30 more minutes. Brush with eggwash (or something else that will make sure the topping sticks when baking), then cut slits (like a +) on the top using a sharp blade or scissors.
Sprinkle the top of the rolls with sea salt and caraway seeds, and then mist with water. Bake the rolls at 220C (425F) for 5 minutes and then quickly mist with water again making sure you don't keep the oven door open for too long.
Bake for another 20 minutes or so until they're brown and done. Cool on a wire rack. This recipe makes 8 large burger bun sized rolls.
Desi Health Bites- Multigrain Daliya Hot Pot
I am back with another recipe showcasing my love for multi-grains again for the #Fortunehealthbites – Multigrain Daliya Hot Pot . It's a Hot Pot alright – but a quick, no meat and no bake kind of Hot Pot- unlike the 'Lancashire Hot Pot' which inspired me for the basic idea and presentation for this recipe.
Daliya or the broken grains/Lapsi of wheat is the most commonly used in Indian cuisine for making savoury as well as sweet preparations. Jowar and Bajra groats are traditionally used to make 'Khichada', a spicy version of the Khichdi.
With the appearance of organic stores in town/online there is a now a variety of Daliyas easily available. My pantry now hosts an array of these nutritious, relatively quick to cook Daliyas .
I have flavoured this Hot Pot with Allspice, just because I have these flavourful leaves growing abundantly in my kitchen garden. The grilled sweet potato garnish adds some crunch to the Multigrain Hot Potmaking it look like a 'gourmet' makeover of the humble Khichdi, while still maintaining its 'Comfort Food' status.
I had recently switched over from Sunflower to Ricebran oil as per suggestion from my all knowing elder brother :) and then as if on cue, Fortune Foods sent over their Rice Bran Health oil.
Fortune rice bran health oil has a key micronutrient called "oryzanol", an antioxidant found only in the bran of rice. It helps reduce bad cholesterol,increase good cholesterol and keeps your heart healthy, making it a healthier choice.
Squalene is an organic compound naturally produced by human skin cells and is a natural moisturizer. Fortune Rice Bran Health Oil contains good amounts of it which prevent the ageing of skin.
Antioxidants improve health by fighting free radicals that harm the immune system. Fortune Rice Bran Health oil has natural antioxidants that help build strong immunity."
"Also I learned that it is a myth that colourless or transparent oils are healthier than dark oils. FRBH is refined optimally to keep all the essential micronutrients intact. It has a darker appearance primarily due to Oryzanol.
It is a myth that colourless or transparent oils are healthier than dark oils. FRBH is refined optimally to keep all the essential micronutrients intact. It has a darker appearance primarily due to Oryzanol.
It is enriched with a gamut of nutrients and is good for heart, immunity, skin and hormones. It is appropriate for people of all ages"
Here's the recipe for my recipe for the Multigrain Daliya Hot Pot
Multigrain Daliya Hot Pot
Serves 4-5
1 ¾ Cups mixed Daliya (Broken :wheat,jowar,barley,Buckwheat,corn,rice- any or all of these)
¼ cup green moong dal
¾ cup chopped veggies ( Beans,carrots,peas,beetroot,beetgreens,red pumpkin etc..)
1 small onion finely chopped
1 small Tomato chopped
½ tsp grated ginger
2-3 garlic pods crushed (optional)
1-2 Allspice leaves of Bay leaves
Handful of mint leaves torn into pieces or you can use coriander leaves
5-6 cups of vegetable stock/water (for porridge like consistency)
Salt to taste
For the tempering
3 tsp Fortune Rice bran Health oil
2 tsp cumene seeds
2 tsp mustard seeds
½ tsp turmeric powder
½ sp Asafoetida
3-4 dried red chillies torn into pieces
2-3 tbsp peanuts (optional)
For the Hot Pot Topping
2 large Sweet Potatoes sliced
½ tsp crushed black pepper
1 tsp Rock Salt or to taste
7-8 mint leaves torn into pieces
2 tsp Fortune Rice bran Health oil
Juice of ½ a lime
In a bowl Mix the crushed black pepper,rock salt,lime juice,mint leaves & oil.
Pour over the sliced sweet potatoes and rub all over.Keep aside.
Wash the Multigrain Daliya and the green moong dal with water.
In a pressure pan, heat the oil.
Add the mustard seeds and once they crackle add the cumene seeds.
Add the turmeric powder,asafoetida,dry red chillies and peanuts .Stir for minute.
Now add the Allspice/bayleaf and the chopped onion, crushed garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for a minute.
Add the chopped tomato and cook for a few seconds.
Add the veggies next and mix well.
Now add the multigrain Daliya along with the green moong dal. Mix again.
Add ~ 5-6 cups of Vegetable stock or water (for porridge like consistency).
Add salt.Cover and cook for 1 whistle+10-12 mins on SIM or till the Daliya is cooked.
Meanwhile, grill the Sweet potatoes on a griddle pan on the stove top or in the oven ~ 10 minutes on each side- till they are just cooked.
Take out the Hot Multigrain Daliya in a flat bottom serving bowl.
Garnish with the mint leaves.
Top all over with the grilled sweet potatoes and serve hot immediately.
Pomegranate + green onion Raita and roasted Nagli/Ragi papad make great accompaniments for the Multigrain Daliya Hot Pot.
If you have the time, soak the mix Daliya and the green moong dal in water for about half an hour. This can reduce the cooking time.
The veggies can be chopped in advance and refrigerated in airtight containers.
Fresh Basil is also a good option as a garnish for the Hot pot instead of Mint or coriander.
This blogpost is in association with Fortune Foods as a part of their Desi Health Bites activity– The Hunt for the Best Rice Bran Oil Recipes. For more updates and healthy recipes using Fortune Rice Bran Health Oil, follow Fortune Foods on Facebook and on Twitter at @fortunefoods
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Desi Health Bites – Mini Thalipeeth Tostadas
I love experimenting with different grains and flours. Jowar, Nagli/Ragi,Amaranth, Corn etc.. are pantry staples in my house. Most of the times,I use a blend of these grains for our day-to-day food in the form of khichdis, upmas,dosas.
One such multipurpose, wholesome flour mix is the 'Thalipeeth Bhajani. This is a pantry staple in every Maharashtrian household.
Bhajani Thalipeeth basically is a quick flat bread made using this multigrain Bhajani mix along with chopped onions,sometimes some chopped fresh or leftover vegetables, fresh coriander, sesame seeds and spices.It is usually served for breakfast with fresh homemade Curd/Yogurt, homemade white butter and/or sweet lime pickle.
My Mom makes her own Thalipeeth Bhajani by roasting – Jowar, Bajra, wheat, Nagli,Rice,Gram dal,Urad dal and cumene , coriander seeds and then milling them together. Needless to say I get my Thalipeeth Bhajani mix readymade from her as and when I am out of stock :). Most supermarkets, grocery stores, health food shops now stock Thalipeeth flour, so it is easily available or see the Quick Mix version given below.
Another favourite item from the Maharashtrian cuisine is 'Khamang Kakdi' – cucumber salad tempered with spices and topped with crushed peanuts. I love to add Tomatoes and onion to my Khamang Kakdi.
Both these Classic Maharashtrian favourites, I have combined in a quick modern Appetizer Avatar- Mini Thalipeeth Tostadas, akin to the Mexican Tostadas.
It seems to be a long winded recipe but it uses simple day-to-day ingredients found in most Indian kitchens.With some advance preparation it can be easily put together in under 30 minutes.
I have used Fortune Rice Bran Health Oil for making my Mini Thalipeeth Tostadas.
"Fortune rice bran health oil has a key micronutrient called "oryzanol", an antioxidant found only in the bran of rice. It helps reduce bad cholesterol,increase good cholesterol and keeps your heart healthy, making it a healthier choice.
Squalene is an organic compound naturally produced by human skin cells and is a natural moisturizer. Fortune Rice Bran Health Oil contains good amounts of it which prevent the ageing of skin.
Antioxidants improve health by fighting free radicals that harm the immune system. Fortune Rice Bran Health oil has natural antioxidants that help build strong immunity".
"It is a myth that colourless or transparent oils are healthier than dark oils. FRBH is refined optimally to keep all the essential micronutrients intact. It has a darker appearance primarily due to Oryzanol.
It is enriched with a gamut of nutrients and is good for heart, immunity, skin and hormones. It is appropriate for people of all ages"
Here's the recipe for my Mini Thalipeeth Tostadas
Mini Thalipeeth Tostadas
Makes about 18-19, 3" round Tostadas
Prep time: 20 mins
Cooking time: ~30 mins including baking time
For the Tostados
2 Cups Thalipeeth flour/Multigrain flour *
1 tsp Ajwain/Carom seeds
2 tsp Sesame seeds
½ tsp Dry red chilli powder (or to taste)
2 tsp Fortune Rice Bran Health Oil
2 Tbsp chopped fresh coriander leaves
¼ tsp garlic paste
½ tsp Asafoetida/hing
Warm water as required (~ ¾-1 cup)
For the topping
1 large cucumber peeled finely chopped
1 large Tomato ,seeds removed & finely chopped
½ onion finely chopped
3 tsp roasted peanuts crushed
2 tsp chopped fresh coriander leaves
½ tsp brown sugar
Salt to taste
For tempering
2 tsp Fortune Rice Bran Health Oil
½ tsp mustard seeds
½ tsp Cumene seeds
5-6 Curry leaves
½ tsp powdered Asafoetida
1-2 green chillies chopped
For the herbed Yogurt/Curd
¾ cup thick Yogurt/curd
2 tsp chopped mint leaves
2 tsp chopped coriander leaves
Rock salt to taste
For the Tostados
Preheat the oven to 170 deg C.
Line a baking sheet with Parchment paper.
Add the flour or flours to a mixing bowl.
Add all the other ingredients except the water.Mix well.
Slowly add the warm water and knead the flours into a stiff but pliable dough.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured work surface.
Roll out into a thin layer. The layer should be as thin as possible while still workable.
Cut rounds using a 3" cookie cutter/ sharp edge of a small steel Dabba.
Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and bake till they turn golden around the edges – ~15-20 minutes. (Keep an eye on them after about 12 minutes as they burn easily.)
Cool completely on a wire rack.
Note: These can be made well in advance. Can be stored in an air tight container for about 2 weeks.
For the topping-Koshimbir
Mix the cucumber, tomatoes, onions in a bowl.
Add the crushed peanuts, salt,sugar and mix
In a small Kadhai/pan add the oil.
Once hot, add the mustard seeds.
Once the mustard seeds crackle, add the cumene seeds, Asafoetida, curry leaves and green chillies.
Pour this over the Cucumber-tomato-onion mixture in the bowl.
Add the chopped coriander and mix again.
Note: The veggies can be chopped in advance but mix everything just before serving and use immediately
For the Herbed Yogurt/Curd
In a small bowl mix together the Yogurt and the herbs.
Season with Rock salt and mix well.
To Assemble the Mini Thalipeeth Tostadas
Keep the crispy Thalipeeth Tostadas on a large serving plate.
Add 1½- 2 spoonfuls of the Koshimbir Topping.
Top with a dollop of the herbed Yogurt
Serve immediately
Other serving suggestions:
You can use Sweet Lime pickle along with the juice, or a coriander-mint chutney or the Marathi Red/Green Chilly Thecha instead of the herbed Yogurt
*Make your own multigrain Quick Thalipeeth flour mix: ½ cup Wheat flour+ ¼ cup Rice flour+ ¼ cup Ragi/Nagli flour+ ¼ cup Jowar flour+1/4 cup Bajra flour+ ¼ Besan/chickpea/Gram flour+ ¼ cup Urad Dal/Black lentil flour + ½ tsp roasted cumene powder+ ½ tsp coriander seed powder
This blogpost is in association with Fortune Foods as a part of their Desi Health Bites activity– The Hunt for the Best Rice Bran Oil Recipes. For more updates and healthy recipes using Fortune Rice Bran Health Oil, follow Fortune Foods on Facebook and on Twitter at @fortunefoods
Kid Friendly, Quick,Easy Snack- Corn & Sweet Potato Tikkis
My kids need to carry breakfast once a month to the school for their 'Sharing Day'. Breakfast otherwise is provided by the school. Variety of Appe, sandwiches, pancakes have been the norm for the past months. This time the lad wanted something different. Since Sweet corn is a permanent resident in my refrigerator, we made these quick Corn & Sweet Potato Tikkis.
Our Dabbas got colorful this Holi! (That is as much as I celebrate the festival :) ). These gorgeous beauties are from The Chalk Boutique. A colorful makeover of the traditional tiffin, these Dabbas are a welcome change from the Tupperwares and lock-n-locks (though they have their advantages :))
The Corn tikkis are quick and quite simple to make. Boiled corn, Sweet Potatoes, Breadcrumbs, cheese ,a few herbs /spices and you have a kid friendly snack ready in minutes.
Here's the recipe:
Corn & Sweet Potato Tikki
Makes ~ 12-13 bite sized tikkis
3/4 cup Boiled Sweet Corn kernels,drained completely
2 slices Multigrain bread
2 small Sweet Potatoes boiled,peeled and mashed
½ tsp Ginger garlic paste
½ Onion finely chopped
2-3 Tbsp grated Cheddar Cheese
½ tsp Turmeric Powder
2 tsp dried or fresh Mixed herbs
2 Tbsp Corn Flour
Chilli flakes/Chilli powder/crushed black pepper to taste
Salt to Taste
~ 3-4 tbsp Oil for greasing the pan and to Saute the onions
In the bowl of the food processor pulse together boiled corn and the bread slices to a coarse crumbly mixture.
Sauté the chopped onion in 1 tsp oil.
Add the ginger garlic paste and the turmeric powder.
Sauté for a minute more and cool.
Add the onions to the corn mixture and pulse once or twice .
Take this mixture in a mixing bowl. Add the mashed sweet potatoes, herbs, cheese, salt,Corn flour, chilli flakes/crushed Black pepper.
Mix together and form about 12-13 small balls of the mixture. Flatten these to make a small disk/tikki shape.
Grease a griddle pan with oil and grill the Corn Tikkis till lightly browned on both sides.
Serve hot with Tomato Ketchup, Imli Chutney or any chutney of your choice
(The lad took these to school and said they were just as good cold too)
'Tarridar' brunch at Culture Kitchen's 'SoMarathi'- Maharashtrian Brunch Sunday
I have always missed good quality 'food Events' in Nashik. Either I get to know about them after they are long over or then they are not worth the effort. I have had my share of disappointment in the past, with the typical food festivals happening in various hotels.
A few days back, Culture Kitchen -the restaurant with the most gorgeous Ambience in Nasik, announced 'Somarathi' its Maharashtrian Sunday Brunch event.
I have to confess, I was very skeptical of the authenticity of the Misal that would be served at this 'fine dining' restaurant.Also our current favourite 'Chulivarchi (Chulha) Misal' at Sadhana Restaurant has set the bar high!
The need to getaway and to enjoy some precious time with A, against the backdrop of the gorgeous view lured us to Culture kitchen this Sunday. Both kids promised to behave themselves after being assured of unlimited TV time and good food :).
The spectacular landscape coupled with the cool breeze always makes the long drive worth the effort. A lazy start to the Sunday brunch, the place seemed to be quiet when we reached. A few minutes after admiring the view, we immediately got down to business-target was the Misal counter. The dry sprout base was served separately with 2 types of Rassa (gravy) Khandeshi and Nashik special. A chose the spicier Khandeshi Rassa and I chose the Nashik Rassa. All the assorted Misal toppings-farsans, onion, coriander,lime,papads etc. were spread out elaborately. I chose the diet chivda and whole wheat pav -just for a feel good factor. The breads I am told are baked in-house and were fantastic.
The Rassa and Tarri (which I did not have) kept making an appearance at the table as and when we demanded. The accompaniments included Poha and mini batat vadas along with green chutney, which were ok. I was too focused on the Misal to care much about them though. The scrumptious, spicy Misal made us forget that we are in a Fine dining restaurant and we gorged on it.
The Masala Chaas was the star amongst the sides, it always is for us. A helped himself to bowls of Shrikhand and he loved it. There was a live egg Bhurji counter and I helped myself to some along with a cup of strong hot coffee. Stuffed to the Gills, all I wanted was a cozy nap after this hearty brunch.A quick stop at Sula, to buy more bottles of their Grapeseed oil and we were back home for that nap.
At Rs.249/person, I think this is reasonably priced, considering we could eat just a light salad even for dinner! Also no after effects were observed the next day :) As Rocky & Mayur would say-its value for money.
Capturing the beautiful landscape through my lens was an added bonus for me
The #SoMarathi, Sunday Brunch will be on for next 7-8 Sundays, with a rotating menu, specially the sides.
Hadga/Agasti Flower Bhajias
A very Happy New Year to all of you.
I am back after a looooooong silence on MyFoodcourt. As you can guess the resolution for 2015 is to blog as much I can!
I have been thinking of posting recipes for a long time. The 'comeback recipe' for the blog has spanned from Christmas cake to Yule log to Pavlova to a humble porridge-but only in my mind!
A trip to the older part of the city a couple of days back lead me to a treasured discovery- the edible Hadga flowers. I had a faint memory of my childhood ,of my Mom using these flowers for cooking. The lady selling these flowers was kind enough to inform me that I need to remove the bitter tasting stamens from the flowers before cooking them.
A chat with Mom about these flowers and she was nostalgic about how these flowers reminded her of her childhood. (Now you know where my love for these offbeat, treasured foods comes from). Mom said she makes a 'Pith Perun' bhaji (stir fry with Besan/chana dal flour).Our house help informed me that you can make sinful Bhajias with these flowers. The dipping mercury made the Bhajias more tempting than the stir fry …and so Bhajias were made. The stir fry has to wait its turn, but I had to blog about these treasured flowers rightaway!
FB comments on the photo of the flowers and Google research have enlightened me that they are also known as Agasti,Bokful in other Indian languages and also that they are eaten as a vegetable in Southeast Asian countries.
I have used carbonated water just to make the Bhajias crispier- just plain water will be fine too.We enjoyed the crispy Hadga Bhajias sans accompaniment.
Here's my recipe for
Hadga Flowers Bhajia
8-10 Hadga flowers (the younger flowers are better for Bhajias, but I had to make do with whatever I had)
½ cup Besan/Chana dal Flour
½ cup Rice flour
½ tsp Asafoetida(hing)
½ tsp turmeric powder
½ tsp Red chilli powder
½ tsp Ajawain/carom seeds (optional)
Carbonated (or plain) water to make a the batter
Salt to taste
Oil for deep frying
Heat the oil in a wok.
Remove the stamens from the flowers and keep aside.
Mix the flours, spices, Ajwain and salt in a bowl.
Add 2 tsp of the hot oil to this dry mix.
Add the carbonated water to the dry mix to make the batter (not too thick, not too thin) ~ 1/4 cup
Coat each Hadga flower with the batter and deep fry on medium heat till crisp and lightly browned.
Serve immediately.