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Ladies and Gentlemen these recipes have been put together painstakingly by myself for you to enjoy. It is a collection from all over India and from some of the top Indian chefs and restaurants. You may also find that a few of the recipes are duplicated. The reason for this is that in some areas they prepare the same dish differently. You don't have to stick to the recipe but change them to make them hotter or milder. Swap chicken for fish and so on. Add things you like and take away things you don't like. You can always add meat to any of the vegetarian dishes. I have also given you a list of terms used in Indian cooking in case the recipe that you want to use has terms that you have never heard of. Above all please remember that Indian food is not always curry and is not flaming hot. There are some very nice mild tasting dishes and not to mention the Indian deserts and drinks listed in here as well.
PAGE 1: PAGE 2: PAGE 5: PAGE 10: PAGE 11: PAGE 12: PAGE 18: PAGE 26: PAGE 29: PAGE 35: PAGE 41: PAGE 45: PAGE 49: PAGE 52: PAGE 57: PAGE 71: PAGE 73: PAGE 110: PAGE 123: Introduction. Indian Food Terms. Language Guide. Conversions. The Basics – Ghee Chutneys. The Basics – Rice. Raitas and Pachchadis. Breads. Appetisers. Soups. Salads. Kebabs. Snacks. Meat Dishes. Fish Dishes. Vegetarian Dishes. Deserts. Drinks
Indian food terms Given below are some food items with a native touch, but common to India. Also find some item names that are called differently.
Alu Atta Badusha Bathura Batter Bhajia Bhaji Bhelpuri Bhujia Bhurta Bonda Boondi Biryani Burfi Biryani pathha Chapati Chenna Chutney Chole Chumchum Chuka Chick peas Curry powder Curd Dal Dosa Dhum Dhokla Deep fry Garam masala Eatable camphor Egg plant Gulab jamun Ghee Griddle Gravy Grating Garnish Halwa Idli
Potato Flour A sweet made of refined flour, fried in ghee and dipped in sugar syrup A moon shaped fried snack made of wheat flour and fried in oil to puff. Normally taken with a side dish namely 'Chole' Mixture of flour and water, stirred or beaten to form a thin/thick paste. A snack made of sliced vegetable dipped in bengal gram flour and deep fried to crispy form Another term for green vegetables A snack made of puffed rice, chopped onion, mild spices and pulses A dish prepared in minced form A dish made of vegetable, baked on heat or fire and subsequently mashed to prepare the dish A round shaped deep-fried snack that consists of potato curry covered with a layer of bengal gram batter Sieved batter of bengal gram flour fried to crispy form in the shape of pearls A specific method of rice preparation with select vegetables and aromatic spices A sweet made in the form of a thin soft cake Bay leaf A thin layer of pressed wheat flour dough, baked on a flat pan with very little oil. The same baked without oil is termed as 'phulka' Curdled cow milk in solidified form used as a main ingredient for preparation of some sweets also known as bengali sweets A hot/spicy dish made of fried and ground spices with a choice of vegetables / greens An exclusive spicy side dish that is taken with puri or bathura A syrup filled spongy milk sweet Country sorrel Whole bengal gram Dry ground powder made of select aromatic spices and pulses used in curries Yoghurt A dish made of cooked pulses with different vegetables in variant flavors A moon shaped snack made of fermented batter, baked with little oil in the form of a thin pan cake The process of cooking a dish with the vessel covered and heat from both ends Steam cooked semolina puffs with mild spices A method of frying vegetable or a snack Dry powder made of aromatic spices used in little quantity in curries or rice A diluted form of eatable camphor used in preparation of sweets Brinjal A soft round shaped sweet made of milk powder or solidified milk, deep fried in ghee and soaked in sugar syrup Clarified butter A flat metal plate similar to skillet A dish with a large quantity of thick paste made of ground spices or vegetables Shredding vegetables with the help of a vegetable grater Decoration given to a food item A sweet in the form of thick jelly, made of ghee and flour in different flavors A snack made of fermented batter poured in small quantities into a sieved plate(
idly stand ) and then steam cooked Gerkin Processed sugar cane juice in solidified form A sweet made of refined flour batter, fermented and then deep fried in ghee and dipped in sugar syrup A sweet made of black gram batter, deep fried in ghee and soaked in sugar syrup A sweet made of refined flour dough formed into layers, deep fried in ghee and soaked in sugar syrup A tube shaped sweet made of refined flour dough deep fried in ghee and filled with sugar syrup A soft light sweet made of semolina or vermicelli Another term for hot or spicy snacks A sweet made of nuts and condiments in different flavors. Similar to a pudding. Sugarless solidified milk A mild dal variety with a choice of vegetables A spicy curry made of thick gravy and a variety of vegetables Minced vegetables and flour mixture fried in oil as small pieces for final preparation of a curry A traditional round shaped sweet made in different flavors and sizes Sweet buttermilk Dry or wet ground powder/paste that consists of various spices / pulses / pungent vegetables. Used as add on flavor to curries or rice. A snack variety with a combination of pungency, sourness and sweet A typical Indian oven to bake pressed wheat flour dough similar to chpati Ladies finger Curdled milk in solidified form Rolled wheat or refined flour dough that form into layers and in the shape of a moon or triangle. It is baked on a flat pan with ghee or oil and a choice of vegetables or greens Sun dried hard pressed gram flour dough in the form of a moon with a choice of flavors. Can subsequently roasted on heat or deep fried in oil A traditional liquid milk sweet made in different flavors A rice dish cooked with a choice of vegetables and aromatic spices Groundnut Moon shaped wheat flour dough, pressed to small sizes and fried in oil with porous formation A soup variety of thick cooked gram with mild spices and vegetables A snack made with a choice of vegetables, mixed in bengal gram flour and deep fried in oil to small pieces of crispy form Softened curd with a choice of vegetables and mild spices mixture A digestive water soup in different flavors with ground pepper and coriander powder A round shaped spongy sweet made of curdled milk with lots of sugar syrup Semolina A thick soup variety prepared with cooked red gram and a choice of vegetables A cone shaped popular snack made of potato and peas curry rolled in flour dough and deep fried in oil. A sweet made with smoothened curd and nutmeg Vermicelli A milk sweet Gingely seeds A snack made of bengal gram flour resembling vermicelli Sugar boiled in water to form a thin liquid of one or two string drops Another term for vegetables Heating food just below boiling level
Ivy gourd Jaggery Jilebi Jhangri Kaja flat Kaja round Kesari Khara Kheer Khoa Koottu Kurma Khofta Laddu Lassi Masala Namkeen Nan Okra Pannir Paratha
Papad Payasam Pulao Peanut Puri Pulusu Pakora/Pakoda Riata Rasam Rasgolla Rawa Sambar Samosa Shrikand Semiya Sandesh Sesame Sev Syrup Subzi Simmer
4 Upma Uthappam Vada A light snack prepared with semolina or vermicelli A thick pancake made of fermented batter with or without vegetables A ring shaped snack made of fermented gram flour batter and deep fried in oil to crispy form 4 .
5 Language guide This table will help you to know all about the various food items in nine major languages of India. Cereals English Hindi Bengali Oriya Marathi Gujarati Barley Jau Job Jabadhana Barley Barley Millet Bajra Bajra Bajra Bajri Bajri Milo Juar Juar Janha Jwari Juwar Maize Bhutta Bhutta Sukhila maka Maka Makai Rice Chawal Chowl Chaula Tandool Chokha Rice boiled Usna Sidha chowl Usuna chaula Ukda tandool Ukra chokha chawal Rice pressed Chudwa Chira Chuda Pohe Pohwa Rice puffed Murmara Mudi Mudhi Murmere Mumra Ragi Makra Madua Mandia Nachni Ragi Semolina Sooji Sooji Sooji Rava Rava Vermicelli Siwain Semai Simai Shevaya Sev Wheat Gehu Gom Gahama Gahu Ghau Pulses English Bengal gram whole Bengal gram split Black gram Green gram whole Green gram split Horse gram Kidney beans Peas Red gram Hindi Chana Chana dal Urad dal Moong Moong dal Kulthi Rajmah Mattar Turdal Bengali Chola Cholardal Mashkalaidal Moong Moongdal Kulthikalai Rajmah Matar Arhardal Oriya Buta Butar dali Biri Mooga Mooga dali Kolatha Rajmah Matara Harada Marathi Harbara Harbar dal Uddachi dal Moong Moongachi dal Kuleeth Shravan Vatana Tur dal Gujarati Channi Channa dal Alad Moog Moog ni dal Kuleeth Phanasi Suka vatana Tuverni dal 5 .
6 Flour and powders English Hindi Bengal gram Besan Refined flour Maida Mango Amchur powder Wheat flour Aata Spices and condiments English Hindi Asafoetida Hing Bay leaf Tej pattha Cardamom Elaichi Cloves Lavang Cinnamon Dalchini Coriander Dhaniya Coconut Copra Cumin Jeera Fenugreek Methi Gingely seed Til Ground nuts Mungphalli Garlic Lahsun Ginger Adhrak Mace Javithri Mustard Rai seed Nutmeg Jaiphal Oregano Ajwain Pepper Kalimirch Poppy seed Khus khus Red chilly Lal mirchi Tamarind Imli Turmeric Haldi Nuts and other items English Hindi Almond Badam Black salt Kala namak Borneol Borneol Citric acid Citric acid Cashew Kaju Honey Jaggery Pistachios Shahad Gud Pista Bengali Besan Maida Aamer guda Aata Oriya Besana Maida Sukila amba gunda Atta Marathi Besan Maida Amchur Kaneek Gujarati Besan Maida Karino powder Ato Bengali Hing Tej paata Elaich Labang Dalchini Dhanai Narkel Jeere Methi Til China badam Rashun Aada Jayitri Sorse Jaiphal Joan Golmarich Posto Lal lanka Tetul Holud Oriya Hingu Tej patra Alaicha Labanga Dalchini Dhania Nadiya Jeera Methi Rasi China badam Rasuna Ada Jayitri Sorisa Jaiphal Juani Golmaricha Posto Lali lanka Tentuli Haldi Marathi HIng Tamal patra Veldoda Lavang Dalchini Dhane Naral Jeera Methi Til Bhui moong Lasoon Ale Jaypatri Mohori Jaiphal Onva Mire Khus khus Mirch Chinch Halad Gujarati Hing Tamal patra Elaichi Lavang Tuj Dhania Naliyer Jeeru Methi Tal Bhoising Lasan Adu Jaypatri Rai Jaiphal Oregano Mari Khus Khus Mirch Amli Haldhar Bengali Badam Kala laban Borneol Citric acid Hijlibadam Mou Gud Pesta Oriya Badama Saindha laban Borneol Citric acid Lankamba manji Mohu Guda Pista Marathi Badam Black salt Borneol Citric acid Kaju Madh Gul Pista Gujarati Badam Black salt Borneol Citric acid Kaju Honey Gol Pista 6 .
7 Raisin Sugar Walnut Kismish Chini Akhrot Kismish Chini Akrot Kismish Chini Akhroot Bedane Sugar Akrod Lal draksh Sugar Akrot Oil and clarifiers English Hindi Butter Makkhan Ghee Ghee Oil Thel Liquids and solids English Hindi Buttermilk Lassi Cream Malai Curd Dahi Cheese Paneer Khoa Khoa Milk Doodh Vegetables English Ash gourd Beetroot Bottle gourd Bitter gourd Brinjal Beans broad Carrot Carissa Colocasia Cabbage Capsicum Cauliflower Cluster beans Coconut Cucumber Drumstick Bengali Makhan Ghee Thel Oriya Lohuni Gheeya Tela Marathi Lonee Thup Thel Gujarati Makhan Ghee Thel Bengali Ghol doyi Sar Doyi Chhana Khoa Doodh Oriya Ghola dahi Sara Dahi Chhena Khua Dudha Marathi Tak Cream Dahi Paneer Khava Doodh Gujarati Chhas Cream Dahi Paneer Khoa Doodh Hindi Petha Chukandar Lauki Karela Baingan Bakla Gajar Carissa Arvi Bandh gobi Simla mirch Bengali Chalkumra Beetroot Lau Karala Begun Makhan sim Gajar Carissa Kochu Badha kopi Simla lanka Pool kopi Jhar sim Narkel Sasha Sajana danta Beans Telakuch Kanthal Lebu Oriya Pani kakharu Bita Lau Kalara Baigana Simba Gajara Carissa Saru Bandha kobi Simla lanka Phool kobi Guanara chhuin Nadiya Kakudi Sajna chhuin Beans Kundru Panasa katha Lembu Phool gobi Guer ki phalli Nariyal Khira Sajan ki phalli French beans Bakla Gerkin Tindli Jackfruit Kathal Lemon Nimbu Marathi Kohala Beet Pandhara bhopla Karle Vangi Ghewda Gajar Carissa Alu kanda Kobi Bhopli mirchi Phool khobi Govar Naral Kakadi Shevaga sheng Pharas bee Tondale Phanas Limbu Gujarati Safed koloo Beet Doodhi Karela Ringena Papdi Gajar Carissa Alvi Kobi Simla marchan Phool khobi Govar Naliyer Kakadi Saragavo Fansi Tondale Kawla phanas Kadgi limbu 7 .
8 Ladies finger Mango Mango ginger Onion Onion madras Peas Potato Plantain green Plantain flower Plantain stem Pumpkin Radish Ridge gourd Snake gourd Sweet potato Tomato Yam Bhendi Aam Haldi aam Dharash Kancha aam Amada Bhendi Kanch amba Amba ada Pyaza Madras pyaza Bhendi Kairi Amba haldi Bhinda Keri Amba haldi Kanda Madras pyaz Vatana Batata Kela Kel phool Kelanu thed Kohlu Mooli Turia Pandola Sakkaria Tamatu Ratalu Pyaz Pyaz Madras pyaz Madras pyaz Mattar Mattar Alu Gol alu Kela Kanch kala Kele ka phool Kele ka tana Kaddu Mooli Turai Chachinda Shakkarkand Tamatar Ratula Mocha Thor Kumra Moola Jhinga Chichinga Ranga alu Bilati begun Khaam alu Kanda Madras pyaz Matara Vatana Alu Batata Bantala kadali Kele Kadali bhanda Kel phool Kdali manja Kakharu Moola Janhi Chachindia Kanda mula Bilati baigana Khamba alu Kelicha khunt Lal bhopla Mooli Dodka Padval Ratala Tomato Goradu Green vegetables English Hindi Amaranthus Chauli sag leaf Basella leaf Besella leaf Cannabinus Cannabinus Chuka leaf Chuka Colocasia leaf Coriander leaf Curry leaf Drumstick leaf Fenugreek leaf Mint leaf Mustard leaf Radish leaf Arvi ka sag Hara dhania Kadi pattha Sajjan pattha Methi saag Pudina Sarson ka saag Mooli ka saag Bengali Notya Basella leaf Cannabinus Chuka palang Kochu saag Dhane paata Bhursunga Sajna saag Methi saag Pudina Sorse saag Mular saag Oriya Notya saag Basella leaf Cannabinus Chuka saga Searu patra Dhania patra Bursunga patra Sajna saga Methi saga Pudina patra Sorisa saga Mula saga Marathi Math Basella leaf Cannabinus Ambat chuka Alupan Kothimbir Kadhi limb Shevaga pan Methi bhaji Pudina Moharicha pan Mooli pan Gujarati Choli ni bhaji Basella leaf Cannabinus Chuka ni bhaji Alu na patra Kothmir Mitho limbdo Seragvani Bhaji Methi Bhaji Pudina Rai ni Bhaji Mooli na patra 8 .
9 Spinach Tamarind leaf Fruits English Apple Apricot Banana Black plum Chikku Custard apple Dates Figs Grapes Gauva Jack fruit Mango Orange Papaya Pineapple Pears Plum Pomegranate Sweet lime Water melon Wood apple Palak Imli ka pattha Palang saag Tetul patta Palanga saga Tentuli patra Palak Chinchecha pala Palak Amli na patra Hindi Sev Khoobani Kela Kala Jamun Sapota Seethaphal Khajur Anjeer Angoor Amrud Kathal Aam Santra Papita Ananas Nashpati Alubhukara Anar Mousambi Tarbhooj Kaith Bengali Aapel Apricot Kala Kalajam Chiku Aat Khejur Dumoor Angoor Piyara Kanthal Aam Kamala Pepe Anarash Nashpati Plum Dalim Mousambi Tarmuj Kothbel Oriya Seu Apricot Chamapa kadali Jamukoli Sapota Aaita Khajura Dimiri Angoora Pijuli Panasa Amba Kamala Amrut bhanda Sapuri Nashpati Plum Dalimba Mousambi Tarmuja Kaitha Marathi Sufarchand Apricot Kela Jambhool Chikku Sitaphal Khajur Anjeer Draksha Peru Phanas Amba Santre Popai Ananas Nashpati Plum Dalimb Mausambi Kharbooja Kavith Gujarati Safarjan Apricot Kela Jambu Chikku Sitaphal Khajur Anjeer Draksha Jamphal Phanas Keri Santra Papaya Ananas Nasapatti Plum Dalamb Mausambi Kharbooja Kothu 9 .
10 Conversions Volume Abbreviations tsp teaspoon tbsp tablespoon oz ounce gm gram cm centimetre ml millilitre Temperatures Fahrenheit Celsius 350 375 400 425 450 175 190 205 220 230 1/8 tsp 1/4 tsp 1/2 tsp 1 tsp 2 tsp 1 tbsp 1/3 cup 1/2 cup 2/3 cup 3/4 cup 1 cup 4 1/4 cup 1/2 ml 1 ml 2 ml 5 ml 10 ml 15 ml 80 ml 120 ml 160 ml 180 ml 240 ml 1 litre Linear measurements 1/2 inch 1 cm 1 inch 2.2 lb 28 gm 57 gm 114 gm 170 gm 227 gm 340 gm 454 gm 908 gm 1 kg Weights 1/4 cup (4 tbsp) 60 ml 4 cups (1 quart) 940 ml 10 .5 cm 6 inches 15 cm 8 inches 20 cm 1 oz 2 oz 4 oz (1/4 lb) 6 oz 8 oz (1/2 lb) 12 oz 16 oz (1 lb) 32 oz (2 lb) 2.
Skim the foam from the surface and carefully drain the ghee into a glass jar. Till completely pulverized. about 10 minutes or so. Use in recipes and store rest in refrigerator for later use.grated (opt. leaving the solids behind. Pound cinnamon stick into smaller size. Do not let them turn brown. Increase the heat to simmer and let it brown.) 1/4 cup Preparation Dry the ingredients in an oven.) sticks cardamom pods 1 cup cumin seeds 1/2 cup black pepper 1/2 cup cloves 1/2 cup coriander seeds 1/2 cup Coconut . Combine ingredients until they are well mixed and blend at high speed for 2 or 3 min's. 11 . Do not let them burn. Remove from the heat and cool. Remove the seeds from the cardamom pods. or until the milk solids on the bottom of the pan will start to brown.11 THE BASICS Ghee 1Cup of butter Melt the butter in a small heavy bottomed saucepan on low heat. Garam Masala Ingredients Cinnamon Sticks 5 (3 in.
India is famous for its chutneys. A chutney is a fresh or cooked relish from the cuisine of India. It is usually eaten in small amounts to add flavour and to accent a meal. A fresh chutney in India is customarily ground fresh on grinding stone and is made fresh daily. It is made of peanuts, cashews, fresh herbs, fresh chillies, ginger, garlic and fresh green mangoes or lime juice with spices. Fresh chutneys are very refreshing. Cooked chutneys are made seasonally using fruits like tomatoes, mangoes, pineapples, tamarind, apples, pears that are combined with fresh seasonings like ginger, hot chillies and lemon juice and cooked with spices to create heavenly concoction of tastes.
Coconut Chutney - North Indian (fresh)
Ingredients: 3 tbsp. coconut, shredded 1 inch fresh ginger, chopped 1 fresh green chilli 1/2 bunch cilantro with stems and root removed fresh lemon juice salt to taste Method: In a food processor or blender add all ingredients into a pesto like sauce.
Coconut Chutney (Thengai Thigayal) - South Indian (fresh)
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh coconut, shredded 1/2 cup Toor dal dry 1/4 cup Urad dal dry 1/4 cup Channa dal dry 1/4 tsp tamarind concentrate 1/4 tsp. asafoetida Whole red chillies as per taste up to 3 Salt to taste 2 tsp. cooking oil Method: Dry roast toor dhal, chana dhal, urad dhal, red chillies and asafoetida in cooking oil. Grind this mixture in water into a thick paste. Add coconut, tamarind and salt and grind it for a few more seconds until all the mixture blends into a smooth paste. Serve with steamed rice or can be served with dosa (rice pancakes).
Tamarind Chutney (cooked)
Ingredients: 1 cup cleaned tamarind 1/2 cup dates deseeded 1/4 cup sugar 2 cups water 1/2 tsp. red chilli powder 1/2 crushed cumin seeds 1 tsp. salt 3/4 cup jaggery Method: Wash the tamarind clean. Place the tamarind, jaggery, sugar, dates and water in a deep boiling pan. Soak for a few minutes. Put to boil for about 7-8 minutes. Cool to room temperature. Blend in a electric blender till smooth. Strain and transfer to the pan again. Boil till thick enough to coat the back of a spoon thinly. Add the seasoning. Cool again. Store in clean airtight bottles and refrigerate.
Tomato Chutney (cooked)
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. Ghee 1/4 tsp. red chillies 1 tsp. cumin seeds 1 inch ginger minced 1 inch of cinnamon stick 2 cups coarsely fresh ripe tomatoes 3 Tbsp. jaggery or brown sugar Salt to taste Method: Heat ghee in a large sauce pan over moderate heat. Add the cumin seeds and let sizzle and brown. Add red chillies, ginger and stir fry for a moment. Add the other ingredients. Cook on low for about 20 to 35 minutes. Serve with meals.
Cashew Nut Chutney (fresh)
Ingredients: prep time 10 minutes makes a little over 1 cup 1 cup raw cashews bits or halves 1/4 tsp. lemon juice 1 teaspoon salt 1/2-inch piece of peeled fresh ginger root, sliced 1-2 hot green chillies, Seeded and chopped up to 1/3 cups water 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander Method: Combine the cashews, lemon juice, salt ginger and chillies 1/4 of cup water in a food processor fitted with the metal blade, or a blender, and process until smooth, adding more water as necessary to produce a loose puree. Transfer to a bowl, add the fresh coriander, and serve or cover well and keep refrigerated for up to 3 days. Note: This chutney thickens as it sits. Thin it with water to the desired consistency.
coriander powder Method: Dry roast cumin seeds in a hot cast iron frying pan. add the turmeric powder. Stir them thoroughly and add the water. ground 1 pinch of black pepper 1 tbsp. Mango Chutney 1/4 cup refined oil 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 1/2 kg. Heat the oil in a pan. 5 cups sugar Directions: Skin the mangoes. Allow the whole thing to come to a boil. In the process continuous stirring is a must. fresh 1 or 2 small seedless green chilli. The chutney will be thickening. Raw mango 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup water. Remove the seeds and cut the mangoes into small pieces. roasted. Use as little water as necessary.15 Cilantro Chutney (fresh) Ingredients: 1 bunch cilantro. Just as the seeds start to crack. When the chutney becomes thick remove the pan from burner. Let it cool to normal temperature. Sprinkle the mustard seeds into the oil. salt and mango pieces into the pan. Keep them aside. Put all the ingredients into the blender and puree into a paste. Refrigerate and serve cold. Add sugar to it and continue boiling. juice of one lime salt to taste 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds. Grind into powder. until they turn brown. fresh. 15 .
It's also possible to use yogurt. onions. Seasoning: Thalshi Kottify with mustard seeds.3 Ginger 1 inch Coriander Leaves Hing 1/4 tsp. add to mix above. salt. apparently. Green Chilli 2 . cook on low flame for 5 . Tamcon 1/2 tsp.10 minutes.16 Coconut Chutney Ingredients Coconut (grated) 1 cup Chana Daal 2 tsp. Anything goes. 16 . Grind all ingredients and mix. Pulverize the whole thing in blender. Or used. Zucchini Chutney Ingredients Zucchini 2-3 Onions 1 Hing 1/2 tsp. Boil tamcon. Add turmeric. and green chillies. Lemon Juice to taste Salt to taste Preparation • • • Fry Chana Daal (if used). urad daal. in which case the Lemon juice may be left out. Green chillies 2-3 Preparation • • • • • Fry cut zucchini.
mustard seeds. Spread this mixture over the lemons. and methi. turmeric. Chilli powder 5 tsp. Heat oil. Methi 1 tsp. Add salt and keep for about 12 hours. Oil 5 tbsp. Preparation • • • • Cut lemons into small pieces and remove the seeds. Add chilli powder.17 Lemon Pickle Ingredients Lemons 6 Salt 5 tsp. Mix thoroughly. and asafoetida. 17 . Turmeric pinch Hing 1 tsp.
Bring water to boil Add rice.18 RICE BOILED RICE Ingredients Rice Salt Method: • • • • 500 gm to taste Pick. drain water and serve hot. Fry. 18 . Add salt and cook Finish cooking in oven. Serve hot. Heat fat. salt and simmer When rice is cooked. add whole spices and rice. wash and soak rice. Add water to rice in 2:1 ratio. soak it. STEAMED RICE Ingredients Rice Bay leaf Cinnamon Fat Cardamom Cloves Salt Method: • • • • • 500 gm 5 gm 5 gm 50 gm 5 gm 5 gm to taste Wash and clean rice.
green pepper. ginger. Add washed and drained rice. 1 cup Lemon 1 Preparation • • • Cook rice. Urad Daal 1 tsp. Squeeze the lemon and add the juice to the rice. 19 . random spices (cloves. Tomato Rice Ingredients Rice 1 cup Tomatoes 1/2 can Green Pepper 1 Onions 1-2 Green Chillies 2-3 Ginger 1/2 inch Garlic 2-3 cloves Fresh coriander bunch Random spices Preparation • • • Fry cut onions. Add tomatoes. black pepper. cinnamon. Cashews handful Raisins handful Turmeric pinch mixed vegetables. Add more water and cook until rice is done. Mustard Seeds 1 tsp. Chana Daal 1 tsp. bay leaves) and salt for 5 .19 Lemon Rice Ingredients Rice 1 cup Oil 2 tbsp. sauté for a while. Fry as appropriate. Heat oil and add all other ingredients except for the lemon. cardamom. fry for 5 minutes or so.10 minutes. Mix stuff in pan with rice. garlic.
add boiled and cooked milk chop green chillies and ginger Heat oil. tomato and green pepper slices (rings.25 minutes at 250o.20 • Extra fancy: Top rice with cheese.Namkin Chawal Ingredients: Serves: 4 21/2 cups long grain rice 4 cups hot water 2 teaspoons ghee 2 1/2 teaspoons salt 20 . Switch off the fire and add the rice. curd mixture to the pan Mix well Serve with pickles Plain Savoury Rice . add salt and cook slightly Mix with curd. CURD RICE INGREDIENTS Ingredients Rice Fresh curd Milk Salt Ginger Green Chillies Mustard seeds Asafoetida Curry leaves Oil 400 gm 600 ml 400 ml to taste 10 gm 10 gm 4 gm A pinch 1 sprig 30 ml METHOD • • • • • • • Boil rice. fry mustered seed and asafoetida. e. Add curry leaves and chopped ingredients sauté for 2 minutes.g.) and bake for 20 .
dishes being garnished with the bright reds and greens that Rajasthani folk delight in. Turn heat very low. Add the salt and stir well while bringing quickly to the boil. Ingredients: Serves: 4-6 2 1/2 cups long grain rice 3 tablespoons ghee or oil 2 medium onions. Even the food reflects this love of colour. without lifting lid or stirring. bruised 6 whole cloves 10 whole black pepper 4 cups hot stock or water Salt to taste Method: If the rice needs washing. Drain in colander while bringing water. 21 . Costumes in vivid colours dazzle and enchant. remove whole spices. Festive Spiced Rice . Serve with curries or other spiced dishes. taking care not to mash the grains. wash well in several changes of cold water and leave to soak for 1 hour. Add rice. black pepper and cloves until the onions are golden. finely sliced 2 sticks cinnamon 6 cardamom pods. then pour in the stock or water. separate and perfectly cooked. Dish up using a slotted metal spoon rather than a wooden spoon. and then lightly fluff up rice with fork. allow steam to escape for a few minutes. Then drain in a colander for at least 30 minutes. Turn heat very low. cover tightly and cook. Serve hot with curry. Add the rice and fry for about 3 minutes. cover tightly and cook without lifting lid for 25 minutes.21 Method: Wash rice well and soak I hour in cold water. for 20-25 minutes. Lift lid to allow steam to escape for about 5 minutes. Uncover. heavy saucepan and fry the sliced onion with the cinnamon. cardamoms. ghee and salt to the boil in a heavy saucepan with a well-fitting lid. stir and bring quickly to the boil. which will crush the grains. which will be firm. stirring frequently so that they brown evenly.Rajasthani Pilau The State of Rajasthan is beautiful. Heat ghee or oil in a large.
Add turmeric and rice and stir over medium heat for about 3 minutes. salt and hot water. bruised 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 1/2cups shelled green peas and diced carrots 2 1/2 teaspoons salt 3 1/4 cups hot water Wash the rice well and leave to soak in cold water for 30 minutes. Remove whole spices. Add the sesame seeds and keep stirring 22 . Turn off heat and leave while preparing seasoning. water and salt into a heavy saucepan. cinnamon. Rice with Sesame Seeds . Uncover at end of cooking time to allow steam to escape for about 3 minutes. Heat Sesame Oil in small saucepan and fry the mustard seeds and curry leaves until leaves are brown and Mustard Seeds pop.22 Rice with Peas . cardamom pods and cumin seeds. Cover with wellfitting lid.Til Bhath Ingredients: Serves: 4-6 2'h cups long grain rice 4 cups water 2'/s teaspoons salt 2 tablespoons light sesame oil 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 12 curry leaves 1 cup sesame seeds lemon juice to taste Method: Put rice.Mattar Pilau (Uttar Pradesh) Ingredients: Serves: 4-5 1 1/2 cups long grain rice 1 tablespoon ghee 4 whole cloves 1 small cinnamon stick 3 or 4 cardamom pods. cover with a well-fitting lid and cook for 25-30 minutes without lifting lid or stirring. Heat the ghee in a heavy saucepan and fry the cloves. Bring quickly to the boil. bring to the boil. for 1 minute. then turn heat very low. fork rice grains lightly and serve hot with meat or vegetable curries. Add peas/carrots. then drain well. turn heat very low and cook for 20 minutes.
Mix this seasoning together with the hot cooked rice and add a little lemon juice to taste.Masala Bhath (Maharashtra) Ingredients: Serves: 6 3 cups long grain rice 3 tablespoons ghee 3 tablespoons oil 3 large onions. finely sliced 5 cardamom pods. fresh chutney and fried pappadoms. bruised 2 small sticks cinnamon 6 whole cloves 20 whole black peppercorns 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric 5 cups hot water 3 teaspoons salt 1/2 cup raw peanuts/cashew nuts. until all the grains are coated with the ghee. Serve with curried vegetables. split in halves 2 sprigs fresh curry leaves or 20 dried curry leaves 3 fresh green chillies. Heat remaining ghee and oil in a small pan and fry the peanuts/cashew nuts until golden. Fry the curry leaves. seeded and sliced 2 teaspoons black mustard seeds Method: Wash rice well and leave to drain in colander for at least 30 minutes. chopped coriander leaves and grated fresh coconut. stirring with slotted metal spoon. lightly fork through. Spicy Rice Maharashtrian Style . stirring frequently. Remove with slotted spoon. Cook for 20-25 minutes without lifting lid. In a large. Pour over the rice. 23 .23 over medium heat until the seeds are evenly golden brown. Add turmeric and rice to pan and fry. Add the hot water and salt. Remove half the onions and set aside for garnish. heavy saucepan heat half the ghee and oil and fry the onions and whole spices until onions are golden brown. stir well and bring to the boil. Cover with tightly fitting lid and turn heat very low. Dish up rice and garnish with the fried cashews. green chillies and mustard seeds until the seeds pop.
bruised 6 whole cloves a few cashew nuts 3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric 24 . garnish into the yogurt and add a little salt to taste. then cover tightly. Remove from heat. mustard. but it may be presented as the meal itself.Thair Sadam In southern: India. dhal. Ingredients: Serves: 4-6 2 1/2 cups long grain rice 4 cups water Salt to taste 2 tablespoons ghee or oil 1 teaspoon black cumin seeds 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds 1 teaspoon urad dhal 1/4 teaspoon asafoetida.24 Rice with Yogurt . asafoetida (if used) and chillies until the mustard seeds pop and the dhal is golden brown. optional 3 fresh red or green chillies. seeded and sliced 3 cups yogurt salt to taste Method: Put well washed and drained rice into a saucepan with the water and salt. Rice in Coconut Milk . accompanied by curries and pickles. Mix thoroughly with the cooked rice. turn heat very low and cook for 20 minutes without lifting lid. Bring quickly to the boil. finely sliced 10 curry leaves 10 whole black peppercorns 1 small stick cinnamon 6 cardamom pods.Nariyal Bhath Ingredients: Serves: 6 2 1/2 cups long grain rice 2 tablespoons ghee 2 medium onions. this dish is often served as the finale to a festive meal. In another pan heat the ghee and fry the black cumin.
inch slices. cashew nuts. about 3 or 4 minutes. reserving the water. Add the turmeric and the rice and fry. or 1 (16 oz. Repeat with the pistachios. about 3 25 . until the rice is coated with the ghee. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. drained 6 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil 1/4 cup slivered blanched almonds 1/4 cup unsalted pistachios 1 medium onion. stir and bring to the boil. turn heat very low and cook for 25 minutes or until the coconut milk is absorbed. Serve the rice hot. Cut the peaches lengthwise into 1/2. 3 to 4 minutes. stirring.inch long) cinnamon stick 1 cup milk 1/4 cup seedless raisins 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/2 teaspoon powdered saffron Salt. finely chopped 1 (3.( Zaffarani Pulao ) Ingredients: 2 cups long grain rice. about 2 minutes. stirring frequently. and set aside. curry leaves and whole spices. preferably Basmati 3 to 4 fresh ripe peaches.25 4 cups coconut milk 2 1/2 teaspoons salt Garnish: 1/2 cup fried cashew nuts Method: Wash rice and drain for at least 30 minutes. then cover with a well-fitting lid. Add the onion to the ghee remaining in the pan and sauté until tender. Drain the rice. Add the coconut milk and salt. Heat the ghee in a heavy saucepan and fry the onions. Set the almonds and pistachios aside.) can peaches in syrup. Heat the ghee or oil in a large saucepan over moderate heat and sauté the peach slices until golden on both sides. In the same ghee. until the onions are golden. garnished with fried cashews and accompanied by curries and sambals. sauté the almonds until golden brown. Saffron Pilaf . Remove and drain. to taste Directions: Soak the rice in 3 cups cold water for 30 minutes.
Yogurt with Cucumbers (Punjab . garnished with mint or coriander. cardamom. shaking pan or stirring constantly. Cut the cucumbers into small dice. raisins. Reduce the heat to low and simmer covered for 10 minutes. Add the cinnamon stick and fry for 1 minute. Roast the cumin seeds in a dry pan. sprinkle with salt and leave for 15 minutes. Bruise or crush seeds and sprinkle over yogurt. remove and discard the cinnamon stick. and transfer to a serving platter. until brown. Drain well. Add the reserved water. Raita and Pachchadi Raitas and pachchadis based on yogurt to act as coolers in contrast to the hot and spicy chutneys that dot the Indian meal. 26 .26 minutes. All the recipes below serve 4 to 6 . milk. Combine with onion. halve them lengthways and remove the seeds.North India) Ingredients: 2 green cucumbers Salt and black pepper to taste 2 tablespoons finely chopped spring onion 2 cups yogurt 1'/2 teaspoons roasted cumin seeds (optional) Garnish: 1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander or mint Method: Peel the cucumbers. until the rice begins to brown and is thoroughly coated with the ghee. yogurt. Add the rice and stir constantly for 2 minutes. Surround the rice with the reserved peach slices and sprinkle with the almonds and pistachios. Bring to a boil. lemon juice and taste to see if more salt is required. saffron and salt. stirring occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan. Serve chilled. then drain away liquid and rinse the cucumbers quickly in cold water. Remove from the heat and allow to sit covered for 15 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork.
Wash spinach thoroughly in several changes of water. Add cumin seeds. Cover and chill thoroughly before serving. 27 . Mix in the yogurt. if used. stirring with a wooden spoon. sprinkle with the salt and set aside for 20 minutes. Cover and steam over low heat until spinach is tender. stir in chilli powder. then stir this mixture into the spinach. until the fenugreek seeds are golden brown. then fold in the onions and the rest of the ingredients. Remove any tough stems and put the leaves into a saucepan with very little water. peeled and chopped 3 fresh green chillies.27 Palak Pachchadi Ingredients: 1 large bunch spinach 2 teaspoons ghee or oil 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds l teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds 1/8 teaspoon chilli powder (optional) Salt and black pepper to taste 2 cups yogurt Method: 1. but do not allow to burn.Dahi Kachumbar (Maharashtra) Ingredients: 3 medium onions Salt and black pepper to taste 1 cup yogurt 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger 2 medium tomatoes. Drain and chop finely. ground cumin and fenugreek seeds and continue to fry. Serve cold or at room temperature as a side dish with rice and curry. seeded and chopped 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or coriander Method: Cut the onions into thin slices. Mix together the yogurt and ginger. Yogurt and Onion Salad . 2. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible. and salt and allow to cool. In a small pan heat ghee or oil and fry the mustard seeds until they start to pop. Remove from heat. or with one of the Indian breads.
Kela Raita Ingredients: 4 large ripe bananas lemon juice 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 cup yogurt 3 tablespoons freshly grated or desiccated coconut 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons sugar Method: Slice the bananas and sprinkle with lemon juice. chopped fine 1 tsp. Combine the yogurt with all the ingredients except the banana. Onion. Chill and serve. grated 1 small tomato.28 Yogurt with Bananas . If desiccated coconut is used. Tomato & Cucumber Raita Ingredients: 2 cups yogurt/curds Cilantro/coriander leaves 1 small onion. Fold banana into yogurt mixture. cucumber. Serve. chopped fine 1 small cucumber. oil 1 tsp. Crush or grind. Fry the mustard seeds in oil and add to the mixture. onions and tomatoes. cilantro/ coriander leaves. Roast cumin seeds in a dry pan. mustard seeds Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Mix the yogurt/curds. moisten it first by sprinkling with about 2 tablespoons water and tossing it with the fingers until it is no longer dry. salt and pepper. 28 . shaking or stirring constantly until brown.
less resistant to being rolled out into the thin rounds. rest and then refrigerated for convenience and use daily. My dough lasts in the refrigerator for about 5 days. kneadable dough. Pooris are fried breads that are usually made on holidays.29 BREADS Flat Breads Indian daily breads are called chapatti. Some recipes call for salt or oil but I like to make mine without them. They are made of finely milled whole wheat flour and water. knead. For me the taste of salt and oil in Indian bread dough interferes with the overall meal as the bread does not stay neutral/innocent in taste. until the dough is moist enough to be gathered into a rough mass. phulka and roti and paratha. When the dough is kneaded. I like to mix. festive occasions and for entertaining. press it lightly with a fingertip. it will be elastic and silky smooth. Indian flat breads are used to scoop up curries and vegetables. Tools required for making Indian Flatbreads Cast Iron concave griddle 8-12 inches in diameter called tawa a shallow mixing bowl A rolling pin a large plate for dusting the dough while rolling it out tongs for the beginner wok stand placed over the electric or gas burner a grilling rack which is placed over the wok stand a wok for deep frying for Pooris and other fried breads only Making dough for Indian Flatbreads Put flour in a large bowl. Rest for 1/2 hour in warm climates and 1. Wet hands and continue until the mixture cleans the sides of the bowl and has become a non-stick. It also makes rolling out easier than the freshly made dough. 29 . The rested dough is light and springy. The cooks that use salt and oil say it tenderizes the dough. If it springs back. Resting the dough is the last step and allows the dough to relax and absorb the water and kneading. Cover with a wet towel so the dough does not dry out. Use one hand to mix the flour and water in a rotating motion from the centre of the bowl outward. To test the dough. it is ready to be rested. Make a well in the middle and pour in a stream of water in the centre.5 hours in cold climates.
use kitchen tongs (chimta) to remove the chapatti from the skillet. Method to roll out the dough: Prepare the desired amount of dough from the Basic Dough recipe. turn it over. round patty. taking care that the edges are well cooked.30 Roti/Chapatti Once you taste these unleavened. rather than shaping all of the chapattis at one time. either completely dry or topped with a small amount of ghee or butter. Divide the dough into peach-size balls. On a lightly floured surface. Roll from the centre. Do this several times. There are also excellent for those with a yeast allergy. Try to make the edges slightly thinner than the centre. Using a rolling-pin. roll out the dough into a thin. flatten one ball of dough with your hand. place them in a towel-lined bowl and fold over the sides of the towel. turning patty several times to prevent sticking. one could be rolling out the next. unpretentious home cooking but very satisfying. hold the cooked chapatti over a medium flame and it will puff up immediately. Turn quickly to flame-bake the other side. healthy and easy on the pocket book. To keep the chapattis warm as they are cooked. They are then lightly coated with ghee to keep them pliable until serving time. knead well. about 5 inches in diameter. As you cook the chapatti/roti. Gas Stove: If you have a gas stove. This is everyday Indian bread made in most Indian homes daily.5 cups chapatti flour 1 cup water at room temperature 1 cup chapatti flour ghee. The high heat makes the rotis puff up into a ball.a person is hooked. Electric Stove: If you have an electric stove. Method of cooking the chapatti or roti: Preheat a cast-iron tawa over medium heat. Line a tortilla basket with a napkin and keep the rotis in it. Serve hot. Rotis are made from small balls of dough that are rolled out and then partially cooked on a hot griddle and then finished directly over high heat. After resting for 2-2 1/2 hours. Ingredients to make about 6: 2. Place the rolled dough on the palm of one hand and flip it over on to the tawa. When the colour changes on the top and bubbles appear. When both sides are done. unsalted simple breads . 30 . Repeat the shaping and cooking process until all chapattis are cooked. This is simple. chapattis can be encouraged to puff by pressing them with a clean kitchen towel after the first turn on each side. Allow 2-3 chapattis or rotis per person.
cook each one as the next one is rolled out. lunch-box favourites. light brunch items or travelling munching companions. With a rolling pin. flat triangle or round paratha. brush ghee over the surface of the paratha and turn it over. Repeat the process of brushing the paratha on the other side. To keep the parathas warm as they are cooked. are flaky and somewhat more elaborate than chapattis or rotis. place them in a towel-lined bowl and fold over the sides of the towel. Keep flipping it over till both sides are browned and spots appear on the paratha. divide the dough into peach-size balls. Seal the edges well. Ingredients: 2. When the colour changes on the top and bubbles appear. This is then put on a hot griddle and brushed with oil. Allow 1 or 2 per person. Rather than shaping all the parathas at one time. Method of cooking the paratha Preheat a cast-iron tawa over medium heat. and fold in half to from a crescent then brush again with ghee and fold into a triangle.5 cups chapatti flour 1 cup water at room temperature 1 cup chapatti flour ghee for brushing the bread Method to roll out the dough Prepare Basic dough and allow to rest for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. They may also be used as snacks. This is then rolled out again. Brush the circle of dough with ghee.31 Paratha These breads. pastry like flat breads. Dust the paratha with finely sieved whole wheat flour and roll into a large. 31 . Try to make the edges slightly thinner to ensure uniform cooking. Place the rolled dough on the palm of one hand and flip it over on to the tawa. resulting flaky. Serve hot. The heat makes the layers of dough swell and puff. With experience the paratha will puff on the tawa. roll out 1 ball to a circle 5 inches in diameter. To make triangularshaped parathas. The dough is rolled out and brushed with ghee or oil folded and brushed with ghee or oil again and folded again to form a layered slice. called parathas.
Cover the dough with damp cloth And set aside for 30 minutes.5 cups chapatti flour 2/3 cup water at room temperature ghee Oil for deep frying Method to roll out the dough Make stiff but pliable dough. Serve hot with curries or vegetables. Ingredients: 2. Pooris are soft silk like breads with which curries and vegetables are scooped up. depending on the size of the breads and the accompanying dishes. Potato Paratha Parathas are sometimes stuffed with herbed potatoes. they are excellent finger foods for parties. Repeat the same process to roll out all pooris. peas and even sugar or dried fruit pastes. depending on the size of the breads and the accompanying dishes. Knead dough a little again. Allow 1-2 per person. This should take only a few seconds. Serve with yogurt raita and Indian pickles. where they fill with steam and balloon in seconds. Frying the Pooris Heat plenty of oil in a kadhai until very hot. Flip the poori over and cook the other side until golden brown. Put in a poori and immediately start flickering hot oil over the top of it with a spatula so that it will swell up like a ball. Take one ball of dough and dip a corner of ball in melted ghee or oil and roll it out into 4 to 5 inches round. shredded radishes and cauliflower with its water squeezed out. 32 . Allow 2-3 per person. Cut into wedges. Dough should be stiff enough to roll without extra flour.32 Poori These are small round pancakes size rounds of dough that are slipped into hot oil or ghee. Make small balls of the dough and cover them with damp cloth.
until cooked and lightly browned on the bottom. and half the water in a bowl. 1 tablespoon (15 ml) at a time until the dough forms a ball. pressing it down occasionally with a spatula. Knead the dough with lightly oiled hands for 10 minutes. one piece at a time. Chilli powder 1 tsp. mashed and cooled to room temperature) 1 tsp. salt. oil. Heat a flat griddle or large skillet over moderate heat. cumin powder. amchoor powder/mango powder 1 green chilli minced (optional) 1 tsp. Mix using a wooden spoon or fingers. Cook both sides till golden brown. Divide the dough into 4 to 6 pieces. The dough should be fairly firm. The dough may balloon slightly during cooking. mango powder. salt. Repeat with remaining pieces of dough. Add more water. Allow the dough to rest. Cumin powder 1/2 tsp. cilantro.33 Ingredients: 2 medium potatoes (boiled. Roll each piece into a round 1/4 inch thick. covered with a dish cloth. Pre-heat the griddle (tawa). Coriander powder 1 tsp. Flatten these balls and roll into a 6 inch circle. 33 . peeled. steamed vegetable and Indian pickles Bhakari 2 cups whole wheat flour 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/4 cup milk 1/2 cup water Bhakari Recipe Directions: Combine the flour. lime juice and chilli powder. chopped green chillies. lime/lemon juice salt to taste finely chopped cilantro 2 cups wheat flour . Seal the edges completely so that the stuffing does not come out. Take a ball of dough slightly thicker than chapatti (large egg size or peach size) and roll it to a circle 4-5 inches in diameter. Make small balls of the mixture. Turn the dough and repeat. Serve with chutney. Makes 4 to 6 pieces. Method: Mix mashed potatoes. Cook the dough. Turn it and spread little oil or butter and cook over low heat. milk. Turn it again and spread butter/oil on the other side. coriander powder. for 15 minutes. yogurt. Place Potato mixture on it and again make it into a ball.
Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces and flatten each into a tear drop. Use your fingers to do this. Place two increased baking sheets in the oven and preheat the oven and the sheets to 450F. somewhat sticky ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and set aside for 20 minutes. Roll out to about 3 inches in diameter. Knead dough for 10 to 12 minutes. and place it in a bowl.34 Fried Bread Puffs 1 cup whole wheat flour 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Directions for Fried Bread Puffs Recipe: Combine flours. They should puff up. or leaf shape about 6 inches long and 31/2 inches across at its widest point. stirring them into the mixture. Make a well in the centre of the mixture and add the eggs. Gather the dough into a ball and knead for about 10 minutes. Moisten your hands with a teaspoon of ghee. Add the milk in a thin stream (or a little at a time if you only have two hands). and moisten them with ghee as needed to prevent the dough 34 . and stir until all the ingredients are well combined. Drape a kitchen towel over the bowl and allow to sit at room temperature for about 3 hours. Naan 4 cups all-purpose flour 1 Tablespoon sugar 1 Tablespoon double acting baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 2 eggs 1 cup milk 4 to 6 teaspoons ghee or melted butter Directions for Naan Recipe: Combine the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl and stir until the ingredients are thoroughly mixed. adding a little flour as needed to prevent sticking. rub it over the ball of dough. Deep fry in vegetable oil over medium heat a few seconds. Drain on paper towelling and serve hot. until the dough is smooth and can be gathered into a soft. salt and oil in a bowl and make a stiff dough by adding water. Break off small pieces of dough about the size of a cherry tomato.
Heat about two tablespoons of oil. so moisten your fingers with it even if the dough is not sticky. green chilli. Slide them under the broiler for a minute or so to brown the tops lightly. Fry for a few seconds and add onions and turmeric powder. Dip the potato balls into the batter and carefully drop in the oil. 4. cooked potato. When the oil is hot. Let this mixture cool. each ginger & garlic(finely chopped) 3/4th cup Chopped Onions 1/4 tsp. APPETISERS Aloo Bonda Ingredients: 2 or 3 medium potatoes (boiled and peeled and loosely mashed) 1/2 tsp. cooked chicken etc. Turn it every four minutes and remove from oil when it turns golden brown. 3. Heat the oil for 10 to 15 minutes on medium heat. The ghee also assures the proper texture of the bread.to taste 1/2 tsp. salt. Lemon juice 1 1/2 cups besan -chickpea flour 1 tsp. 2. Cayenne Pepper 1/4 tsp. baking soda and water. red chilli powder. coconut. Make a thick batter with Besan/Chickpea flour. Add mustard seeds and when the seeds start to crackle. turmeric powder 1/2 cup. or until they are firm to the touch. ginger and garlic. Serve with tamarind or green chutney. Mix well and turn off the heat. baking Soda Oil for deep frying . Shape into small balls. of cumin and mustard seeds each fresh green chilli chopped finely . salt. When the onions start to turn brown add cilantro and lemon juice and the potatoes. You can add almost anything to a Naan bread whilst in the preparation stage like garlic. Serve warm or at room temperature.35 from sticking. Cilantro leaves (chopped) Salt to taste 2 tbsp. Arrange the bread leaves side by side on the preheated baking sheets and bake them for about 6 minutes. add the cumin seeds. cooked minced meats.use a wok for frying Method: 1. 35 .
peeled and finely chopped 1 cup (175 g) shelled peas 1 Tbsp. 2. Stir in between. Let it rest for about 10 minutes to allow the vegetables to sweat. red chilli powder (cayenne pepper) Salt to taste 1 cup potatoes or onions (sliced) 4 tbsp. Serve with tamarind chutney and mint chutney Samosa For the pastry: 2 cups flour 1/2 tsp. very finely chopped fresh green coriander (cilantro) 3 Tbsp. salt and besan (also cilantro and methi). Garam Masala 36 . dried (optional) Oil for deep frying Method: 1. boiled in their jackets and allowed to cool 4 Tbsp. water 1 1/2 tsp. 3. oil 1 medium onion. finely grated peeled fresh ginger 1 fresh hot green chilli. Mix the onions. Pour a spoonful of the paste in the oil and let fry until golden brown. water For the stuffing: 4-5 medium potatoes. minced cilantro 1/4 cup fresh fenugreek/methi leaves or 2 tbsp. salt 1 tsp. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups besan (gram flour) 1/2 tsp. salt 4 Tbsp. Remove from oil and strain the oil out. ground coriander seeds 1 tsp. Add some water (only as much as required) to make into a very thick paste. oil 4 Tbsp. cayenne pepper.36 Pakoda. Heat the oil for about 10 to 15 minutes on medium heat. finely chopped 3 Tbsp.
Close the top of the cone by sticking the open edges together with a little water. Check balance of salt and lemon juice. Set aside for 30 minutes or longer. Heat 4 tablespoons oil in a large frying pan over a medium flame. Add the diced potatoes. lower heat and simmer until peas are cooked. Make a ball.or a tiny bit more -.37 1 tsp. Stir to mix. You may use a small. and overlapping seam. cayenne. Rub the ball with about 1/4 teaspoon oil and slip it into a plastic bag. Make the stuffing. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes or until it is smooth. Roll this ball out into a 7 inch (18 cm) round. put in the onion. Stir and fry until brown at the edges. Fill the cone with about 2 1/2 tablespoons of the potato mixture. Add the peas. Add the 4 tablespoons on oil and rub it in with your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs. frying pan for this or an Indian wok. You may want more of both. Drain on paper towel and serve hot. Peel the potatoes and cut them into 1/4 inch dice. cayenne pepper 2 Tbsp. put in as many samosas as the pan will hold in a single layer. Knead the pastry dough again and divide it into eight balls. Heat about 1 1/2 to 2 inches (4-5 cm) of oil for deep frying over a medium-low flame.and gather the dough into a stiff ball. When hot. turning the samosas frequently until they are golden brown and crisp. 37 . and 3 tablespoons water. your seam should be about 1/4 inch (5 mm) wide. lemon juice oil for deep frying Sift the flour and salt into a bowl. pointed knife. Garam Masala. salt. stirring gently as you do so. Keep 7 covered while you work with the eight. Cover. fresh coriander (cilantro). deep. warm. ground roasted cumin seeds 1/4 tsp. making a 1/4 inch wide (5 mm). Press the top seam down with the prongs of a fork or flute it with your fingers. Fry slowly. Empty the ball out on to clean work surface. Cut it into half with a sharp. When the oil is medium hot. and lemon juice. Slowly add about 4 tablespoons water -. Again. Turn off the heat and allow the mixture to cool. or at room temperature. ginger. Make 7 more samosas. Cook on low heat for 3-4 minutes. green chilli. roasted cumin. Pick up one half and form a cone. Stir every now and then and add a little more water if the frying pan seems to dry out. Glue this seam together with a little water. coriander seeds.
finely chopped 2 oz. chickpeas. cumin powder 1 tsp. Pan Fry in a non-stick pan with oil until both sides are golden brown.to taste 1 tsp. 4. Boil the potato. mix well and then sprinkle salt and the sev/potato chips. Cilantro leaves (chopped) 1 tsp. peeled and cubed 1 small onion. Add tomato sauce. 5. The mixture must be made immediately before serving. tomato sauce 1/2 tsp. Peel the skin and mash the potato. potatoes. or the puffed rice will turn soggy. Cool. onions and peanuts. ginger (finely chopped) 1/2 cup. 2. Bhel Puri 2 cups puffed rice 1 cup cooked chickpeas 2 medium potatoes. crushed potato chips 2 oz. cooked. salt or to taste Directions: Mix the puffed rice. Serve with tamarind or green chutney. cayenne pepper 1 tbsp. 38 . coriander powder Salt to taste 1 tsp. Ingredients: 6 oiled and peeled potatoes mashed fresh green chilli chopped finely . 3. mango powder called amchur Oil for pan frying Method: 1.38 Aloo Tikki. Mix all ingredients except the oil. salted peanuts 1 tbsp. Make small hamburger size patties but about 1/2 inch high.
Remove from heat when both sides turn golden brown. peeled and pureed 1 pound besan or gram flour 4 green chillies. but do not slice. 3. Serve piping hot with green chutney 39 . and then cook for 6 to 8 minutes. tomato and cilantro. 2. Cheela Tomato 1 pound tomatoes. chopped 1/4 teaspoon garlic paste or powder 1/4 teaspoon coriander paste or powder 1/8 teaspoon cumin 3 large tomatoes 2 tablespoon oil 1/2 cup chopped cilantro Directions: Cut the tip and the very bottom from the okra just to clean it. When the undersides turn golden. Naan or pita bread. Serve with rice. minced 1 teaspoon til (sesame seeds) 1 teaspoon turmeric powder Salt and chilli powder to taste 6 teaspoons sugar Recipe Directions: 1. put a little more ghee around the edges and turn over. Add onion and cook for 3 minutes. Add all ingredients except okra. Put 1/4 cup of batter on it and spread it into a thin even round shape. Cook for 3 minutes. Form a soft batter by mixing together all the above ingredients. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add okra. okra 2 medium onions. Heat a griddle (tawa) to smoking. Garnish with tomato and cilantro. Then lower the heat and grease it well with ghee.39 Bhindi Dopeaza 1 lb. minced 1 small bunch of coriander leaves. 4.
Do not keep the dough for long after kneading. Eat hot or carry away for later. cayenne. Shallow fry on a hot griddle (tawa) on both sides until golden brown using the remaining oil. salt or to taste Recipe Directions: Pre cook the lentils using three cups of water. tamarind or onion chutney.inch rounds. Add the flours. Add the lentils and another three cups of water and turmeric powder. or it will become gooey and soft. This would make it difficult to roll the parathas. turmeric powder 2 tsp. stirring constantly. sliced 1 tsp. You may even grate them if a chopper is not available. Masoor Dhal & Onions 2/3 cup masoor dhal 1 tbsp. heat till the mixture starts boiling. turmeric and knead to very stiff dough. Divide into 3 parts. Roll into 5. 40 . oil 1 large onion.40 Masala Parathas 1 cup wheat flour 1/2 cup rice or all purpose flour 1 onion 1 carrot 3 to 4 cabbage leaves Cayenne Pepper to taste 1 jalapeno or Serrano pepper 1 potato 4 green chillies 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 5 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder Salt to taste Directions: Finely chop all the vegetables either in a chopper or by hand in a large plate. season with salt and turn off the heat. Heat oil in a saucepan and fry the onions for five minutes. 2 tablespoons oil. with sauce. salt.
Let stand.Kerala Ingredients: Serves: 4 8 oz. discard liquid. for up to 3 weeks. for 5 minutes. until well chilled. Discard liquid. salt and cumin seed just to boiling.41 Paneer Cheese 12 cups whole milk 2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cumin seed. covered with plastic wrap. Store in refrigerator. It is normally mixed with plain cooked rice and eaten with different curries for side dish. or 250 gm tomatoes. Remove from heat. Gently squeeze the cheesecloth to remove as much liquid from the curds as possible. SOUPS There are mainly 2 types of soup in India the south Indian Rasam and the North Indian Shorba. Shorba is the Indian name for soup and is a North Indian dish. tightly wrapped. Let stand 15 minutes. Tomato Appetizer soup -Tomato Rasam . Remove curds. covered. Yields about 1 pound. Line a large strainer or colander with several layers of pure cotton cheesecloth. Wrap cloth around curds. reduce heat. Refrigerate. crushed 41 . There are various ways of preparing it. Simmer. Rasam normally forms the second course in a traditional South Indian menu. Strain mixture. Form curds into a flat rectangle or press into a large bowl to shape. chopped 4 cloves garlic. Stir in lemon juice. in the refrigerator for at least 15 hours. uncovered. diced 1 onion. Serve as a soup with papa dams or with steamed rice. crushed 1/3 cup lemon juice Directions: In a 5 quart Dutch oven bring milk. Place wrapped curds in a large strainer or colander and put a weighted bowl on top to help press out any additional liquid. It makes for a very good appetizer or soup also when taken all by itself.
broken into two 1 tsp. asafoetida powder 1 red Chile. cumin seeds 3/4 tsp.42 4 green chillies. 3. chillies and garlic in 4 cups of water. jaggery and tamarind pulp and simmer for 15 minutes. peppercorns – roasted & powdered ½ tbsp. Add the ground spices. brown mustard seeds 1/2 tsp. black peppercorns 1 1/2 cups water 1/2 tsp.South India Ingredients: Serves: 4 1/4 cup toor dal 1 cup water a piece of fresh ginger (2 1/2 cm. tamarind pulp 1 tbsp. halved a few curry leaves Method: Wash Toro dal well. peeled and grated 4 green chills 1/2 tsp. ghee 1 tsp. 4. Boil the tomatoes. jaggery 1 tsp. 1 in). cumin seeds + 2 tsp. Pour it over the tomatoes. Place dal in a heavy saucepan. Heat the oil. ground turmeric salt to taste 2 tomatoes. Cover with 1 cup water 42 . Add mustard seeds until they splutter. chopped to garish For Seasoning: 2 tsp. Heat and serve the rasam garnished with chopped cilantro/coriander leaves Lemon Pepper Rasam . asafoetida powder and onion and fry for a minute. Add the curry leaves. oil Method: 1. coriander seeds – roasted & powdered 1 tsp. 2. chopped 1 tsp. quartered juice of 1 lemon coriander leaves. Drain. red chilli. mustard seeds 10 curry leaves (optional) 1 red chilli.
salt to taste. a few curry leaves. (The water should be mostly gone). Turn off the heat and add the lemon juice. Set both aside. ghee in a heavy frying pan or skillet. Add the crushed garlic. Now blend or process the cumin seeds and black peppercorns into a powder. Using an electric blender or food processor. and simmer dal gently for 45 minutes to 1 hour or until soft. sliced 4 cloves crushed garlic 1/2 teaspoon chilli powder (optional) 3 teaspoons curry powder 3 tomatoes. add the spinach and boil for a few seconds. Just before serving. When the mustard seeds splutter. leaving slightly ajar. blend in a blender. Add 6 teacups of water. When boiling. Add 1 1/2 cups extra water.43 and bring to the boil. Add salt. 43 . When cooked. ground turmeric. Slowly bring to the boil. Place the un-drained cooked dal in a heavy saucepan. Serve hot with rice. Serve hot with a slice of lemon. asafoetida powder. add this mixture to the rasam. Set dal aside without draining. and ginger/chilli paste. Dal Shorba (Punjab) Ingredients: Serves: 4-5 1 cup masoor dal 3 onions. Fry again for a few seconds. the tomatoes and washed masoor dal and cook in a pressure cooker. cut into big pieces 6 tablespoons chopped spinach leaves 1 tablespoon oil salt and lime juice to taste Method: Heat the oil in a pot and fry the onions for a few seconds. cover pan with a lid. chilli and curry powders. Lower the heat. Garnish with cilantro/coriander leaves. Stir several times during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Seasoning: Heat 2 tsp. halved red chilli. blend the fresh ginger and green chills into a paste. Boil for 15 minutes. and pepper/cumin seed powder. Add mustard seeds.
chopped 1 large clove garlic. 2. Boil the mixture. sugar and pepper. 4. Blend the mixture. 3. Heat cauliflower. garbanzo 2 cups water or more if you like 1/2 cup yogurt Spices 1 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon dry mint 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cardamom 1/2 teaspoon salt few sprigs saffron Method: Heat the oil in a pot and fry the onions for a few seconds. skinned. cashews. Trimmed of as much fat as possible and cut into small (1/2-inch) cubes 2 fresh tomatoes. Add 44 .44 Gobhi Shorba (Cauliflower Soup) Ingredients: Serves: 4-6 1 Quart/litre milk 10 cashews finely chopped 1 tsp. seeded and roughly chopped 1 can 12 oz. 3/4 pound lamb or goat shoulder. Let it cool. Fry again for a few seconds. chopped dried red pepper flakes to taste. Add the crushed garlic. sugar salt to taste freshly ground pepper to taste a pinch of roasted and ground cumin as the garnish Method: 1. Lamb Shorba Ingredients: 1 medium onion. chilli flakes and lamb. Stir in the butter near boiling point. butter 2 cups water 8 oz/1/4 kg cauliflower flowerets cut into cubes 1 tsp. Serve immediately garnished with coriander leaves and roasted cumin. Add salt. 5. water and milk over low flame for 15-20 min.
Indian salads are meant to take advantage of seasonal produce and in hot summer these vegetables with their cool water content.45 spices and sauté for few more moments. 45 . Add the mustard seeds. peeled and diced 1 tomato. red onions. diced 1 green chilli (chilli pepper). Making the salad dressing: Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a heavy pan or skillet. Set aside. add this mixture to the vegetables. carrots sprinkled with salt and roasted crushed cumin or sautéed mustard seeds. peanuts and fried dal added to them for flavouring. tomatoes. Before serving bring the heat to low add yogurt and serve hot. asafoetida. and lime juice make for a cooling treat. and mix thoroughly. halved 1/2 teaspoon asafoetida powder a few curry leaves (optional) Method: Add the first 7 ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly. coriander leaves minced salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons lemon/lime juice For Salad Dressing 2 teaspoons oil 1 teaspoon brown mustard seeds 1 teaspoon black gram dal (washed urad dal). When they are served separately they are like a fresh snack. minced 1 small bunch of cilantro. black gram dal. They are then sprinkled with lime or lemon juice. Salads in India are not served separately during a meal. and a few curry leaves. Simmer till the lamb is very well done and has absorbed all the flavours. Serve at room temperature. halved red chilli. Salad South Indian Style Ingredients: 1 carrot. SALADS Indian salads are simple salads usually consisting of cucumbers. Add all ingredients except the yogurt. radish. picked over and rinsed 1 red chilli (chilli pepper). They may have fresh coconut. peeled and julienne 1 cucumber. Now add the lemon juice. They are like a fresh condiment along with the meal. When the mustard seeds splutter.
cumin seeds that are dry roasted in a skillet and then ground in a mortar Method: Add all the ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly. at least 1 hour. pour over the fruit and mix well with your hands. Mix all the spices in a separate bowl. plums. mint 1 tsp. diced 2 large Cucumber. finely chopped A few sprigs of Coriander / Cilantro leaves 1 to 2 teaspoons Sugar 3/4th teaspoon Salt Lime juice to taste 1/2 tsp. De-seeded and cut in 1 cm. seedless grapes. paprika 1 tsp. this nuclear fusion fruit salad is sold from sidewalk stands as a cooling snack on hot days. cayenne 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice 2 tsp. pear. Serve at room temperature. kiwi. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until well chilled. mango.46 Salad North Indian Style Ingredients: 2 to 3 large Tomatoes. Set aside. peeled and finely diced 1/4th cup Onion. 4 tbsp. of mixed fruit in season peeled. powdered ginger (optional) Place all fruit in a large serving bowl and mix in lemon juice. Chaat (Fiery Fruit Salad) North Indian Style In Indian. Ingredients: 3 lbs. Pitted cherries. roasted and crushed into a powder 1 tsp. Apple. nectarine. Serve with milder main dishes to assure survival to dessert. guava. cubes Banana and oranges are a must. black pepper 1/2 tsp. Makes 6 servings 46 . finely diced 1 Green chilli. pineapple. cumin seeds.
add the mustard seeds. Serve cold. When almost done.serves 4 4 cups mixed fruits chopped (pineapple. gently mix all the ingredients except for the roasted peanuts in a salad bowl. Add the coconut paste to the fruits with salt and mix well. apple and green or black grapes depending on availability) 4 tablespoons fresh grated coconut 2 dry red chillies 1 teaspoon(s) mustard seeds 2 tablespoon(s) sugar or as per taste salt to taste Method: Mix the sugar into the chopped fruits and keep aside. 47 . Mix in the roasted peanuts just before serving. Sprouted Moong dal Salad South Indian Style Ingredients 2 cups sprouted green gram or moong dal 4 tbsp. Keep refrigerated. Serve cold or at room temperature. Grind the coconut with the red chillies and a little water. 3. roasted peanuts a dash of lemon and salt to taste Method: 1.47 Aunas Ambo Sasam (Mango/Pineapple Fruit Salad) Southwest Indian Style Ingredients . 2. Grind for a few more seconds till the mustard seeds are crushed. onions finely chopped 2 cups tomato and cucumber chopped 2 big lettuce leaves sliced fine 2 tbsp. mango.
Heat oil over medium flame until very hot. pour contents of pan-oil and seeds-over carrots. peeled. vegetable oil 1 tbsp. Add the grated coconut.48 Salad Gujarati or West Indian Style Salad Ingredients: 5 carrots. Serve at room temperature 48 . lemon juice 1 tablespoon fresh grated coconut or coconut flakes Method Toss grated carrots with salt. trimmed. salt 2 tbsp. add mustard seeds. Add lemon juice and toss. and coarsely grated 1/4 tsp. Mix thoroughly. When they begin to pop. whole black mustard seeds 2 tsp.
Add the saffron. or pound with mortar and pestle. cream. cardamom.49 KEBABS Saffron and Cream Sauce (North India) A popular Kebab sauce used in North India Ingredients: Serves: 6 1/8 teaspoon saffron strands 2 tablespoons boiling water 2 tablespoons blanched pistachios 4 tablespoons blanched almonds 1 tablespoon ghee or butter 3/4 cup cream 1/2 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste 1/2 teaspoon white pepper. stirring constantly. milk. then dissolve in the boiling water. Put pistachios and almonds into electric blender and grind finely.Hussaini Kebab Ingredients: Serves 6 2 kg (4 lb) leg of lamb. Method: Pound saffron in mortar and pestle. salt and pepper and simmer. Heat the ghee or butter in a small pan and fry the ground nuts. stirring constantly. boned 1 teaspoon crushed garlic 11/2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons finely ground almonds 2 tablespoons yoghurt 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground cumin Salt to taste 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice 49 . until sauce is thick. Skewered Barbecued Lamb . Serve with kebabs.
or besan (chick pea flour) 2 tablespoons ground almonds 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh coriander I fresh green chilli.5 cm (1 inch) cubes and put into a large howl. discarding excess fat. Cut the lean meat into 2. Marinate lamb in the mixture.Seekh Kebab Ingredients: Serves: 6 750 g (11/2 lb) finely minced lamb 1 teaspoon crushed garlic f teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger 2 teaspoons salt 1 1/2 teaspoons Garam Masala 2 tablespoons roasted chick peas. Cover and leave for 2 or 3 hours. Minced Meat on Skewers (North India) . because the -mixture will slip on round skewers. Serve with parathas and Indian sas (sauce) which is given above. mixing well. Thread 4 or 5 pieces of meat on each skewer and barbecue over glowing coals or under a preheated griller until crisp and brown all over. kneading well until mixture becomes very smooth. or as part of a waswan feast Minced Lamb and Lentil Patties (Uttar Pradesh) Shami Kebab Makes 8 large or 24 cocktail size patties 50 . kneading the spices well into the meat. turning to ensure lamb is well cooked. ground. or refrigerate and leave for as long as 4 days.50 Method: Trim lamb. Combine all the remaining ingredients.) Cook over glowing coals on a barbecue or under a preheated griller until browned on all sides and cooked through. Serve with rice or Indian bread. Combine all the ingredients and mix thoroughly. (Use skewers that are rectangular in cross-section. Divide between 6 skewers and shape into long sausages. seeded and finely chopped 2 tablespoons yoghurt 1 tablespoon lemon juice Method: 1. Any sinewy bits may be saved for stock or for adding to a curry.
dhal. lentils and onions are soft. finely chopped 3 tablespoons yellow split peas (mattar dhal) or red lentils (masoor dhal) _ 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger 11/2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic salt to taste 2 cups water 1/2 teaspoon Garam Masala 1 tablespoon yoghurt or thick cream 1 small egg. Flatten gently to form a small round patty. ginger. beaten ghee or oil for shallow frying Filling: 1 fresh green chilli. Knead very well for 10 minutes or until mixture is completely smooth. Close the meat mixture around it. stirring now and then. until all the liquid has been absorbed.51 Ingredients: 750 g (1 1/2 lb) finely minced lamb 1 medium onion. Divide into 8 portions and form each into a flat circle. and then mix in the Garam Masala and yoghurt or cream. Shallow fry on a heavy griddle or frying pan light greased with ghee or oil. Leave to cool. Add I tablespoon of beaten egg and mix well. including green leaves 1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger Method: Put lamb. 51 . it is easier not to use a filling but to serve with mint chutney from our Chutney section for dipping. seeded and finely chopped 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro I spring onion. Serve hot. Put 14 teaspoonful of filling in the middle. This may take at least 1 hour. pinching edges together. Cover and heat over low heat until meat. If serving these as cocktail snacks and making them bite-size. If mixture is not too moist add more of the beaten egg. about 45 minutes. garlic. onion. salt and water into a heavy saucepan and bring to the boll stirring. Then uncover and cook.
beaten rice). When potatoes turn tender. Chop green chillies. turmeric powder. Soak Pohe in water. Garnish with coconut and coriander leaves. Remove the lid. add asafoetida. 52 . 2 teaspoon cumin seeds. coconut and coriander leaves for garnishing. 1 small onion. When they splutter. onion and potatoes. 4. 1 potato.Sabudana khichdi Ingredients: 2 cup sago or Tapioca 1 potato diced small 3-4 green chillies. onion pieces. Tapioca Pilaf . 2. Drain water and keep it aside for 10 to 15 minutes. 3-4 green chillies. 2 teaspoon mustard seeds. 1 teaspoon lemon juice. salt to taste. 1 tbspoon oil. Heat oil in a pan. Now rub some salt. Serve hot. coconut and coriander leaves for garnishing. 1 teaspoon asafoetida. potato pieces and green chillies. add pohe and stir. stir and again allow it to cook for 2 minutes. sugar and lemon juice to it. 3. 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional). 2-3 teaspoon sugar.52 SNACKS Instant Rice Pilaf . 1 tbspoon oil. 6. Cover and cook for sometime.Kaande Pohe Ingredients: 2 cup Pohe (Flaked. 2 teaspoon turmeric powder. 5. Method: 1. 1 small piece ginger (optional). Add mustard seeds. salt to taste. 7. 1/2 cup peanut bits 2-3 teaspoon sugar.
urad dal. Add chena dal. add peas and carrots. Add cumin seeds. Then add one table spoon of butter. Sauté for 1 minute 3. 6. 8. peas. As soon as potatoes are tender. Cut green chillies into small pieces and grate ginger. Serve with tomato/ginger chutney or any other chutney or pickle. ginger. salt to taste Method: 1. mustard seeds and heat on a low fire. add sago and stir. 2. Remove from fire and keep it for 5 minutes. sugar and lemon juice and mix the tapioca 3. 3. Heat the oil in a sauce pan. 53 . Drain the water and keep it aside for half an hour to one hour. 2. Add lime juice and salt to taste 4. when the onions are cooked soft. salt. 4. Garnish with coconut and coriander leaves. Add 2 cups of water and salt. Serve hot. Heat oil or ghee in a pan. Semolina Pilaf – Upma Ingredients: 1 cup semolina 2 cups water 3-4 cashews broken 1 teaspoon Urad dal (optional) 1\4 teaspoon mustard seeds 1 tablespoon oil 2 green chillies diced Small piece of ginger chopped thin Half a dozen curry leaves (optional) 3\4 teaspoon salt 1 cup vegetables like carrots. cauliflower beans in bite size and slightly steamed in the microwave or pan 1 chopped onion 1 tablespoon of salt free butter or Ghee Lime juice. Now add peanut powder. onion and curry leaves.53 Method: 1. When water starts boiling add one cup of cream of wheat continuously stirring. Reduce the heat and cook till it becomes a soft pudding. Continue to cook tapioca by carefully turning the tapioca as to cook all of it. Soak sago/tapioca in water. 7. add the green chillies. potato pieces and chillies. When the dal's become light brown and the mustard seeds crack up.
Add the onion(s).Khara Rava Bombay Style Ingredients: 1 cup(s) semolina (or cream of wheat) 1 medium onion(s) sliced finely 4 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter) / butter 1 teaspoon(s) each of mustard and cumin seeds 1 teaspoon(s) ginger chopped 2 green chillies slit / chopped 2 tablespoon(s) grated coconut if available 4 curry leaves 2 cup(s) water salt to taste Fry cashew nuts and finely chopped coriander leaves to garnish Heat half of the ghee (clarified butter) in a pan. curry leaves and salt. Fry semolina. grated coconut and finely chopped coriander leaves Parsi Poro Pan Omelette (Parsi) Ingredients: Serves: 2 1 cup diced potato 2 tablespoons ghee or oil 4 eggs Salt to taste 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro/coriander leaves 1 small onion. Add water to this and mix well. stirring continuously. Keep aside. green chillies and stir fry on medium level for about 3 minutes or till the onions are transparent and soft. to a golden colour on medium / low level for about 2 minute(s). ginger. Heat the remaining ghee (clarified butter) in a pan. Mix in the semolina. seeded and chopped 54 . Cover and cook on low heat for about 3 minutes or till the mixture is almost dry. Toss in the mustard seeds followed by the cumin seeds and fry till the seeds splutter fully. Garnish with fried cashew nuts.54 Semolina Pilaf Bombay style . finely chopped 2 fresh red or green chillies.
salt. Akoori . Lift out on slotted spoon and set aside. 55 . pepper and cumin. salt and pepper. Heat ghee or oil in a frying pan and fry the potato until lightly browned. and then stir in the egg mixture and the ground cumin. drain well in colander. Turn on to a serving plate and garnish with tomato and coriander. Cook over low heat. Golden brown on bottom. if used. Heat ghee or butter in a large. Add turmeric. Serve hot with chapattis or bread. seeded and chopped 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger 1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves 1 ripe tomato.55 Method: Parboil potato in lightly salted boiling water for a minute or two. heavy frying pan and cook the onions. turn omelette over and cook until brown on other side. stirring and lifting the eggs as they begin to set on the base of the pan.Scrambled Eggs (Parsi) Ingredients: Serves: 4-6 6-8 eggs 4 tablespoons milk Salt to taste 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 tablespoons ghee or butter 6 spring onions or 2 small white onions. parathas or toasted bread. chillies and ginger until soft. optional 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Garnish: tomato wedges sprig of fresh cilantro/coriander leaves Method: Beat eggs until well mixed. Separate eggs and beat the whites until frothy. onion and chillies. Serve with chapattis. Mix and cook until the eggs are of a creamy consistency-they should not be cooked until dry. then beat in the yolks. peeled and diced. coriander leaves and tomato. finely chopped 2-3 fresh red or green chillies. Fold in coriander. Add the milk. and fry for a minute or two longer.
Stir and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until tomatoes are soft. Cook the scrambled eggs to desired consistency. Serve with toast or Indian bread. 56 . Add ginger. finely chopped 1 tablespoon finely chopped coriander 1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 small tomato. chilli. peeled and chopped 6 large eggs. Stir the eggs gently until they form thick curds. cumin and tomato. Put in the beaten eggs and season lightly. fresh coriander. turmeric. finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon peeled and finely grated ginger 1 fresh hot green chilli.56 Ekoori 3 tablespoons butter or vegetable oil 1 small onion. lightly beaten Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Melt butter in a medium size non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until soft.
Add marinade. pat dry. plastic food storage bag. 5-8 minutes. Rinse chicken.57 MEAT DISHES LAMB. HONEY AND GINGER CHICKEN SKEWERS 4. Honey & Ginger Marinade 1. leaving 1/4-inch spaces between pieces for even cooking. Let marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours. Grill or broil until chicken is cooked through. Thread chicken onto skewers in an S-fashion. brush skewers with additional marinade. BEEF. serve with rice. Add 2 pieces of bell pepper to each skewer. If desired. CHICKEN. PORK. Meanwhile in boiling water. For extra flavour. Cut chicken breasts lengthwise into 1-inch wide strips. medium bell peppers (Such as yellow red or orange) cut into 1-inch pieces 8. blanch peppers for 2 minutes. Servings: 4 Cook Time: 30 minutes INDIAN PIZZA 1 cup 1/2 cup 1 1/3 cup 1/2 cup 1/3 cup 1/3 cup 1/3 cup chopped roasted chicken breast Sweet Mango Chutney (12-inch) pre baked pizza crust Mild Curry Paste shredded mozzarella cheese raisins coconut unsalted peanuts 57 . As suggested at the beginning of this recipe book you can swap individual meats around in any of these dishes. Place chicken in large. wooden skewers Cooked white rice if desired Soak wooden skewers in cold water for at least 30 minutes. boneless skinless Chicken breast halves (about 1 pound) 1/3 cup.
Bake 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown. Servings: 4 Cook Time: 30 minutes CHICKEN SHAHJAHANE Ingredients Chicken 1 kg Onions 250 gm Ginger 10 gm Garlic 10 gm Tomatoes 200 gm Coriander ½ bunch Khas-Khas 20 gm Cream 100 ml 58 . Add onion and chicken. coconut. cook until chicken is cooked through. Servings: 4 Cook Time: 30 minutes CHICKEN KORMA 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 medium onion chopped 1 pound boneless Skinless chicken breast diced 1/2 cup broccoli florets 1/2 cup sliced carrots 1 Korma Cooking Sauce (15-ounce) jar 3/4 cups half-and-half 2 medium tomatoes seeded and diced In large skillet. Top with chicken mixture. In medium bowl. about 3-4 minutes. Sprinkle with mozzarella.58 Preheat oven to 425°F. stir together chicken and mango chutney. Heat until warmed through. heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the vegetables and cook for an additional 3 minutes. raisins. Stir in Korma Cooking Sauce and simmer for 15 minutes or until the vegetables are cooked through. Stir in half-and-half and tomatoes. Spread pizza crust with curry paste. and peanuts.
Grind cashew nuts to a paste. MURG KA SOLA INGREDIENTS Ingredients Chicken Garlic Raw papaya Ginger Salt Roasted gram flour Red chilli powder Garam Masala Khoya/Mawa Sour curd Almonds Ghee Onions Qty 1 kg 15 gm 20 gm 5 gm To taste 5 gm 10 gm ¼ tsp 25 gm 60 gm 15 gm 60 gm 60 gm METHOD 59 . fry ground Masala and add chilli powder. When chicken is cooked add cashew nuts and coriander leaves. garlic. chopped tomatoes. Boil and grind khus-khus to a paste. Add chicken pieces and sufficient water to cook. haldi powder. Heat fat.59 Salt to taste Gr. Chillies 1 Cashew nuts 50 gm Chilly Pow 5 gm Dhania Pow 5 gm Haldi Pow 5 gm Oil 50 ml Method : • • • • • • • • • Clean. continue frying. Add khas-khas. green chills. Chop coriander and tomatoes. coriander powder. Grind onion. cut chicken and apply salt. ginger.
MUTTON/LAMB ROGAN JOSH Ingredients Mutton 500 gm Tomatoes 115 gm Coriander 10 gm Fat 30 gm Chilly powder 10 gm Ginger 10 gm Garlic 5 gm Onions 115 gm Ratan Jot 5 gm Salt To taste Method : • • • • • Cut mutton into small pieces.60 • • • • • • Remove the skin of the chicken and cut it into large piece. Prick the pieces well with the fork. Than wipe off the papaya or wash it mix well all the ingredients except ghee and apply over the chicken piece. Remove and serve with chutney and onion rings. Dissolve Ratan Jot in a little warm water and add to meat and look on slow fire. fry Masala. grind it with red chilly ginger and garlic Heat fat. add meat pieces fry well and add sufficient water to cook meat. wash and dry with cloth. Wrap ground papaya on the pieces and marinate for 4hrs. 60 . Take a skewer and put the pieces on the skewer taking care that the Masala remains on the pieces. Cook it on the live charcoal or in the over basting occasionally. Garnish with coriander. Cook till they are tender. Chop onions.
Ghee.2 (chopped) Grated ginger. Reduce the heat and simmer tightly covered for 2 hours. adding milk or water as needed if the sauce becomes too thick. Chicken Curry from the Indian State of Kerala Ingredients: Chicken. Put the yogurt mixture and the lamb into a large.inch pieces 1 to 2 lb.1 (cut into thin strips) Small baby potatoes.2 tablespoons 61 .6 cloves (chopped) Green chillies.61 Lamb Braised in Yogurt and Cream 1 cup plain yogurt 1 cup heavy cream 2 medium onions.1.1 1/2 cups .5 inch piece Garlic. Garam Masala powder. Check the stew and stir frequently. cut into 2. heavy pot (preferably non-stick) and bring to a boil over moderate heat.1/4 tsp. Add the potatoes and continue cooking until tender.2 Black peppercorns.2 Cloves.1/4 cup Carrot.1 piece Bay leaves.7 boiled and peeled Onions. Turmeric powder.3 Coconut milk.1/2 tsp. coarsely chopped 1/4 cup blanched almonds 2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger 2 tablespoons ground coriander 1 tablespoon ground cardamom Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 2 lb. 30 to 45 minutes. boneless lean lamb. peeled and quartered Combine all ingredients except the lamb and potatoes in an electric blender or food processor and process until smooth.1/2 tsp. Mustard seeds.Spices Cinnamon.2 Lbs.1 tsp. (wash & cut into pieces) Fresh green peas or green and red bell pepper. potatoes.
Then add the chicken pieces and fry. When it pops add cinnamon. 4. turmeric powder. Grind the ginger. After a few seconds add the onion. Remove onions from pan with slotted spoon. Then pour the coconut milk and add the green peas. Garam Masala and salt. stir and cook until liquid from tomatoes is almost evaporated. peeled and chopped 1 cup water 3 teaspoons salt Method: Thinly slice half the onions and set aside. onions and green chillies to make a coarse paste. until they are golden brown. Add tomatoes. Heat oil and ghee in a large pan and add mustard seeds. Mix in the ground spices. peppercorns. roasting chicken cut into bite size 6 medium onions 4 fresh green chillies. 5. Blend to a puree. Add the chicken pieces and stir well. Fry for a couple of minutes. ginger and chilli paste.62 Oil. Chicken Do-Piaza Ingredients: 3 lb. When it turns brown add garlic and curry leaves. seeded 4 teaspoons chopped garlic 1 1/2 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger 1 tablespoon ground coriander 1 tablespoon ground cumin 2 teaspoons ground turmeric 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/4 teaspoon ground clove's 3 tablespoons ghee 3 tablespoons oil 3 ripe tomatoes. bay leaves & cloves. stirring until colour darkens and oil appears around the edges. Cover and cook until the chicken is fully cooked. Add the blended mixture to oil remaining in pan mid fry. Heat ghee and oil in a large saucepan and fry the sliced onions. carrots. stirring frequently. Cover the pan and cook for 5 minutes. 3. Add water and salt. Roughly chop the rest of the onions and put into electric blender with the chillies. garlic and ginger. Add potatoes. cover and cook for 35 minutes or until chicken is 62 . 2.2 tablespoons A bunch of curry leaves (optional) Salt to taste Method: 1.
salt and mix well. 2. Grind to a paste with the coconut. 4. Serve with rice or parathas. Cover and simmer low heat for about 12 minutes or till the chicken is fully cooked and tender. 3. TIP: 6. Add the chicken pieces and fry on medium-low heat for about 5 minutes or till golden on all sides. cover and simmer 5 minutes longer. Remove onto a plate. Dry roast the grated coconut in a non-stick pan on low heat stirring every now and then for about 3 minutes or till it is reddish-brown and aromatic. Add the tamarind pulp and the mace-nutmeg powders.63 tender. Heat the oil in a thick-bottomed pan and add the onions. Add reserved fried onions. Bring to a boil. chicken is cut into comparatively smaller pieces for this recipe. 63 . garlic and water as required to make a thick fine paste. Add the ground paste and turmeric powder. Add water. Fry on medium-low heat for about 5 minutes till oil separates 5. In the same pan dry roast all other ingredients for the paste except the garlic briefly till they turn a shade darker and give off an aroma. carom and cumin seeds 2 star anise (phoolpatri) 1 tsp garlic paste 1. Traditionally. Sauté on medium level for about 4 minutes or till they are browned. Murgh Xaguti Masala or Goan Chicken Curry Ingredients: 2 tablespoon(s) oil 2 onions finely chopped 12 medium pieces (about 800 grams) of chicken ½ teaspoon(s) turmeric powder 2 cup(s) water salt to taste 1 tablespoon(s) tamarind pulp ½ teaspoon(s) equal mix of mace and nutmeg powders For the Paste 1 cup(s) grated coconut 10 whole dry red Kashmiri chillies 4 cloves 2 cinnamon sticks of 1" each 2 tablespoon(s) each coriander and poppy seeds (khus khus) 1 teaspoon(s) each of black peppercorns.
Heat ghee and oil in a large heavy saucepan and fry the 2 sliced onions. Put in the chicken pieces and stir well so that each piece is coated with the mixture.Chicken Curry with One Hundred Almonds (North India) Ingredients 3 lb. Beat the yogurt with a fork until it is quite smooth and stir into the curry together with the fried almonds. Add the coriander. turmeric. Heat through and serve. slow cooking at this stage is essential if the curry is to have good flavour. cumin. Add salt. Cover pan to hasten this process. stirring occasionally. Stir in the Garam Masala. stirring. Peel onions. uncovered.64 Badami Murgh . Grind remaining almonds. stir well and cook until tomatoes are pulpy. fennel and chilli powder and fry. Simmer 5 minutes. garlic and ginger to the oil left in pan and fry on low heat. Meanwhile heat oil and fry half the almonds until golden. 64 . roasting chicken 5 medium onions 2 tablespoons oil 2 tablespoons ghee 3 teaspoons finely chopped garlic 3 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger I tablespoon ground coriander 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 1/2 teaspoon ground fennel 1 teaspoon chilli powder. peeled and chopped 1/2 cup chopped fresh coriander or mint leaves 100 blanched almonds oil for frying 1 cup yogurt 1 teaspoon Garam Masala Method: Cut chicken into curry pieces. Add the chopped onion. Cover pan and cook on very low heat for 40 minutes or until chicken is tender. reserved fried onions. Long. until very soft and turning golden. tomatoes and half the fresh herbs. optional 3 teaspoons salt 3 large ripe tomatoes. stirring. chop 3 onions finely and slice the remaining 2 very fine. for 12 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside. until golden brown. ground almonds and remaining chopped herbs. but uncover and stir now and then to ensure mixture does not stick to base of pan.
finely sliced 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh coriander 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint 2 or 3 fresh green chillies. thighs and drumsticks to allow spices to penetrate. Moghul Style Ingredients 4 lb. fried Method: Wash and dry the chicken well and with a very sharp knife make slits in the flesh of the breast. roasting chicken 2 tablespoons almonds 1 tablespoon chironji seeds or pistachios 2 tablespoons white poppy seeds 1 teaspoon caraway seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon chilli powder. tucking its wing tips under and tying the drumsticks together. Pound saffron strands in mortar and pestle and dissolve in the boiling water. inside and out. seeded and chopped 1 cup hot water 2 cups basmati or other long grain rice 1/2 cup sultanas or raisins 1/2 cup shelled peas Garnish: silver leaf. Combine these with the chilli powder. if used. Add lei teaspoons salt. caraway and cumin. chironji or pistachios. optional 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric 1/2 teaspoon saffron strands 2 tablespoons boiling water 1 cup yogurt Salt to taste 3 hard boiled eggs 2 tablespoons ghee or oil 2 large onions. mix into yogurt together with ground spices. In electric blender grind almonds. Rub this marinade well into the chicken. and let it marinate for at least l hour in the refrigerator. 65 . optional 1/2 cup almonds or cashews. Put the hard boiled eggs into the cavity of the chicken and truss the bird. poppy seeds.65 Moglai Murgh -Whole Chicken with Rice. and the ground coriander and turmeric.
finely chopped 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic 3 teaspoons ground coriander I teaspoon ground cumin 250 g (8 oz) minced lamb 1/2 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves. heat the ghee or oil and fry onion until golden brown. coriander.66 In a large. cover and simmer for 40 minutes. with a tight cover. Carefully lift chicken from pan. Return to pan. fry on all sides by turning it. optional 1 bay leaf 11/2 teaspoons salt 66 . roasting chicken 1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic 1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger 1 tablespoon grated onion 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric 1/4 teaspoon ground mace salt to taste 1/4 teaspoon saffron strands I tablespoon boiling water 3 tablespoons ghee or butter 1/3 cup strong chicken stock 1 bay leaf Stuffing: 1 tablespoon. the fried onion and hot water. wash rice well and soak in cold water for 30 minutes. Allow to come to simmering point. Add the marinade. Serve chicken surrounded by rice and garnished with silver leaf and fried nuts. Measure stock in pan and add water to make up to 4 cups if necessary. sprinkle sultanas and peas around it. add remaining 2 teaspoons salt and the drained rice and bring to the boil. stirring to scrape any spice from base of pan. While chicken is cooking. put chicken in pan and. mint and chillies. then drain in colander. cover tightly and continue cooking for a further 30 minutes without lifting lid. heavy saucepan. taking care not to let it burn. Chicken in a Clay Pot (Recipe conceived in The Royal Kitchens of India) Ingredients: 3 lb. Scrape excess marinade from outside of chicken. Remove onion from pan and reserve. Put chicken on top of rice. ghee of oil 1 large onion.
cover tightly and cook for 20-25 minutes or until liquid is absorbed by rice. Cover and cook on low heat for 15 minutes.67 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon each ground cardamom. turmeric. until lamb is browned. thighs and drumsticks. Bake in a moderately slow oven 160 °C (325°F) for 2 hours or a slow oven 150C (300°F) for 4 flours if this is more convenient. onion. Add rice and hot water. ginger paste 1 tsp. ginger. Take the dish to table and uncover it there so that the guests have the experience of enjoying the aroma as it first escapes the clay casserole. Rub the mixture well into the chicken. butter 6 cardamoms 6 cloves 2 sticks cinnamon 3 tsp. truss the bird and place in clay casserole breast downwards. cinnamon and cloves 1 cup long grain rice 2 cups hot water Method Remove skin of chicken. chicken drumsticks/ thighs/ sliced breast pieces 1 tbsp. oil 1 tsp. Make small slashes in the flesh of the breast. Add ground coriander and cumin and fry 1 minute. Pour stock into the casserole and add the bay leaf. stirring. Fill the chicken with cooked and cooled stuffing. bring to a boil. cardamom. stirring occasionally. Dissolve saffron in boiling water and add. The chicken breast must be at the bottom or downwards when cooking so that the breast is immersed in stock and remains moist. Combine garlic. Add all remaining ingredients except rice and water. Cool before using. Melt the ghee or butter and pour over the chicken. salt or to taste 67 . Cover with lid so that none of the fragrant steam is lost. Butter Chicken Ingredients: 3 lbs. Stuffing: Heat ghee or oil and fry onion and garlic until soft and starting to turn golden. chilli powder (optional) 1 cup yogurt or buttermilk 1 cup sour cream 1/2 tomato puree 4 oz. stirring. then add lamb and fry. cover and marinate overnight in refrigerator or for at least 2 hours at room temperature. garlic paste 3 tsp. mace and salt. Then turn heat very low.
pat dry with paper towels and cut into 3/4. garlic. Heat grill. garnished with lime slices. chicken pieces 2 onions. Chicken Tikka Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs. turning skewers and basting occasionally with any remaining marinade. for half an hour. chopped or pureed 2 tsp. and add the chicken with the yogurt or buttermilk.68 Method: Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Put skewered chicken into a shallow non metal dish. boneless and skinless Salt. coriander. sour cream. Add butter before serving. ground 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 garlic cloves 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 2 tablespoons oil 2/3 cup yogurt lime slices. chilli powder. Cover and refrigerate 6 hours or overnight to allow chicken to absorb flavours. Chicken Curry Ingredients: 2 lb. Place skewered chicken on grill rack and cook 5 to 7 minutes. cinnamon and cloves on medium low heat for a minute. Cook on medium low heat. turmeric powder 1 tsp. ginger root. mix together yogurt. cumin powder 68 . Thread onto short skewers. chilli powder 1 tsp. ginger paste 2 tsp. Serve hot. to taste 1 teaspoon Chile powder 1 teaspoon coriander seeds. In a small bowl. tomato puree. stirring occasionally. to garnish Method: Rinse chicken. keeping the saucepan covered with a lid. chicken breast. chilli powder and salt. lime juice and oil. garlic. cardamoms. salt. Pour over skewered chicken and turn to coat completely in marinade. Fry the ginger.inch cubes. garlic paste 1 tsp.
with their juice and salt. cracked 9 whole cloves 2 teaspoons cumin seeds 1 teaspoon chilli powder (un-spiced ground red chills) 1 (1 1/2. stirring often. Set aside. Add remaining butter and garlic/onion/spice mixture to pan and cook. Silken Chicken (Murgh Makhan) Ingredients: 1 stick butter 1 (3 lb.inch) piece cinnamon stick 1 (16 oz. keeping the saucepan covered with a lid. together with cumin and coriander powders and cilantro/coriander leaves for five minutes on low heat. salt or to taste Cilantro/coriander leaves 1 tbsp. chopped. coriander powder 1 tomato. halves 1 medium fresh hot green chilli. Add tomatoes. pureed 1 tsp. Add onions and process for 15 seconds.) chicken. stirring constantly. oil Method: Heat oil in a saucepan and fry the onions. for 10 minutes or until liquid has evaporated. Add cumin seeds chilli powder and cinnamon stick and cook for 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Heat 3 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet until the foam subsides. peeled and coarsely chopped 2 cups finely chopped onions 8 cardamom pods. ginger and garlic. stirring constantly. Repeat with 3 more tablespoons butter and remaining chicken.inch) piece ginger. Add tomato. Cook covered for 30 minutes. Garnish with fresh coriander to serve. Add chicken and its juices. Over medium heat brown half the chicken pieces on all sides. turmeric and chilli powders and salt together with half a cup of lukewarm water and cook on medium low heat for half an hour. for 10 minutes.69 1 tsp. chilli and ginger in a blender and process for 15 seconds. 69 .) can whole tomatoes. skin removed and cut into 10 pieces 4 garlic cloves. Cook. until chicken is tender and sauce is thickened. with juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup fresh coriander Method: Combine garlic. Add cardamom pods and cloves and process for 15 seconds. seeded 1 (2. Reduce heat to low. chicken.
Tandoori Chicken
Ingredients: 10 chicken drumsticks 2 tablespoons plain yogurt 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, shredded 6 cloves garlic, ground 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons vinegar Salt, to taste Red pepper, to taste Garam Masala, to taste 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Method:
Skin drumsticks and make cuts on the drumstick meat. Mix yogurt, tomato paste, ginger, garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, pepper and Garam Masala. Marinate chicken in this paste for six hours. Preheat oven to 350oF and bake for 45 minutes.
Again with these dishes it is quite easy to add meat to them if you wish.
Ingredients Fish 500 gm Green chillies 5 gm Onions 50 gm Tomatoes 55 gm Red Chillies 10 gm Cumin seeds 20 gm Tamarind 10 gm Coriander 10 gm Oil 30 ml Coconut 115 gm
Method : • Chop onions, Roast and grind red chillies, turmeric cumin seeds and coriander. • Grind coconut to a fine paste. Combine all other spices. • Fry onions in fat. Add grounded Masala and green chillies. Fry till flavour emerges. • Add chopped tomatoes and sufficient water soak tamarind in water and extract pulp. • Cut fish into pieces. • When the gravy boils, add fish. • Add tamarind pulp, curry leaves and simmer till fish is cooked.
Fish Curry with Mustard (Shorshe Maach)
Ingredients: 1 lb. fish, cut into pieces 2 tbsp. oil 1 tsp. turmeric powder 2 tbsp. mustard powder 1 tsp. salt 8 green chillies Method: Make a paste of mustard in an equal amount of water. Heat oil in a non stick frying pan and fry the mustard paste for half a minute, and add 3 cups of lukewarm water. Bring to a boil and add fish, turmeric and salt and green chillies. Cook on medium low heat for 30 minutes.
Prawn Patia
Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon crushed dried red chillies 4 tablespoons groundnut oil 1 capsicum, chopped small 2 large onions, sliced 1/2 oz. ginger, finely chopped
72 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 4 fresh chillies, finely chopped 1 lb. prawns, peeled 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1.14 oz. can of plum tomatoes, drained and roughly chopped water Method: Heat the salt, cumin and dried chillies in a heavy frying pan over a high heat for 1 minute. Keep the spices moving. Add the oil. Lower the heat and add the onion and capsicum. Cook for a few minutes until the onions are soft. Add the ginger, garlic and chillies. Stir for another minute. Add prawns, turmeric and tomatoes. If the mixture is too thick add a little water. Simmer until prawns are cooked through.
Shrimp Curry (Jhinka Masala)
Ingredients: 1 lb. shrimps, peeled and de-veined 1 onion, pureed 1 tsp. ginger paste 1 tsp. garlic paste 1 tomato, pureed 1 tsp. turmeric powder 1 tsp. chilli powder 1 tsp. cumin powder 1 tsp. coriander powder 1 tsp. salt or to taste 1 tsp. lemon juice Cilantro/coriander leaves 1 tbsp. oil Method Heat oil in a non stick frying pan and fry the onion, tomato, ginger and garlic, together with cumin and coriander powders and cilantro/coriander leaves for five minutes on medium low heat. Add shrimp, turmeric and chilli powders and salt together with half a cup of lukewarm water and cook on medium low heat for twenty five minutes. Keep the pan covered with a lid. Stir well to let the shrimps blend with the spices. Season with lemon juice, garnish with cilantro/coriander before serving.
Adai Ingredients: Rice 1 cup Urad Daal 1/3 cup Chana Daal 1/3 cup Yellow Split Peas 1/3 cup Salt 1 tsp. Urad Daal. Add either onions (finely cut). Onion (opt. Aloo Dum Ingredients Oil 3 tbsp. and it might be a good idea to ferment in an oven(the pilot light will keep the mixture warm). then refrigerate or freeze. Soak in a lot of water for about 2 hours. and Yellow Split Peas in a large vessel.) 1 (large) Carrot (opt. 73 . the fermenting process might take longer.73 VEGETABLE DISHES Again with these dishes it is quite easy to add meat to them if you wish. In cold weather. carrot (grated) or coconut before preparing.) 1/4 cup Preparation • • • • Mix Rice. Grind the soaked mixture with Chilli Power and salt coarsely.) 1 Coconut . Chana Daal. Red Chilli Powder 1 tsp. Ferment for about 3-4 hours. Turmeric 1/4 tsp. Garlic 1/2 tsp. Bay leaf 1 Onion 1 Ginger 1/2 tsp.grated (opt. without adding much water. Cumin Seeds 1/2 tsp.
Beat the yogurt and blend into a smooth mixture. Aloo Gobi Ingredients Cauliflower 1 Potatoes 4 Oil 1/4 cup Cumin seeds 1 tsp. coriander and chilli powder. Tomato 1 Capsicum 1 Preparation • • • • • Heat oil. Boone. 74 . Salt 1/4 tsp. Preparation • • • • Cut cauliflower into flowerets. stick Garlic 3 cloves Turmeric 3/4 tsp. Ginger 1 in. and the tomatoes and capsicum cut up. continuously stirring. Heat oil and sauté cumin seeds for about a minute. Lower heat. Potatoes 1 lb. mix well. Coriander powder 2 tsp. Coriander powder 2 tsp. Add ginger and garlic and fry for another minute. Mix gently. Add these. Add yogurt and salt. The potatoes should be sliced. add turmeric and chilli powder. Curry should be damp-dry. cover and cook for about 10 minutes on low heat. Yogurt 2/3 tsp. Sprinkle with turmeric. Add mustard and cumin seeds. Cube potatoes. Tomatoes 3 Garam Masala 1 tsp.74 Chilli Powder 1 1/2 tsp. Add tomatoes and simmer for about 5 minutes. Add cauliflower and high heat for about a minutes. Fry for 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and ginger. and bhoona again. and cook for 4-5 minutes. cover and let simmer for about 15 minutes. stir and add potatoes. add bay leaf and onion. Red Chilli Powder 1 tsp.
Add tomatoes. Coriander Leaves bunch Preparation • • • • Sauté onions. Chole Ingredients Garbanzo beans(or Chick Peas) 1 tin Onion 1 Ginger 1 tsp. Add garbanzo beans (or chick peas). Bring to boil. Fry for about 5 minutes. Coriander powder 1 tsp. Garlic 1 tsp. Garam Masala 1 tsp. coriander and chilli powders.3 More Kozhambhu powder 2 tsp. 3 cups Coconut (grated) 1/2 cup Green/Red Chillies 2 . Fry for another 5 minutes. and some salt. Chilli powder 1 tsp. Yogurt 2 cups Preparation • • • Boil vegetables for about 5 minutes. Add yogurt and powder to vegetables. boil for a few minutes. Tamcom 1/2 tsp. Tomatoes 1/2 can Cumin powder 1 tsp. 75 . and continue frying. Add cumin. add garlic and ginger.75 Aviyal Ingredients Mixed vets.
and Urad Daal. add rice powder (arshi maav) and stir it in. Green Chilli 1 Mixed vegetables.76 • • • Add Garam Masala. For making the potatoes crisper. Separately. chilli powder. Cook on high heat for a couple of minutes. Mustard seeds 1 tsp. 3 cups Salt to taste Turmeric pinch Preparation • • • • Heat oil. Cabbage Curry Ingredients Oil 2 tbsp. Urad Daal 1 tsp. let mixture simmer. mustard seeds. Veg. 1 cup Cabbage 1 medium size Salt to taste Turmeric pinch Preparation 76 . Sprinkle salt and turmeric. Remove from stove. Add this to main mixture. Roast for a few seconds. (and ginger and garlic if you wish) cover and cook on low until done. Urad Daal 1 tsp. Serve garnished with coriander leaves and lemon slices. Add vegetables. Cumin seeds 1 tsp. Add coriander powder. boil tamcon in water until it dissolves. Beans/Potato Curry Ingredients Oil 2 tbsp. and cumin powder. Mustard seeds 1 tsp.
Bring to boil and remove foam. and heat for a couple of minutes more. Add mixed vegetables. Sprinkle salt and turmeric. and green chilli. Cook on high heat for a couple of minutes. Daal Ingredients Arhar/Toor Daal 1 cup Tomato 1 Onion 1 Turmeric pinch Salt to taste Bay Leaf (optional) 2-3 Coriander powder 1/2 tsp. 77 . Ferment for 12 hours. and add to daal. Urad Daal. Cook daal until soft and then mash mixture. and cabbage. Fry onions.8 hours. turmeric. then cover and cook on low until done. Mix thoroughly (use blender if possible). Add bay leaves. Dosai Ingredients Rice 1 1/2 cups Urad Daal 1/2 cup Salt 2 tsp. cumin seeds. Add cut tomato and salt. Chilli powder 1/4 tsp. coriander and chilli powders together. and a few drops of oil. Preparation • • • • • Cook Arhar Daal in 3 cups of water. Preparation • • • Soak the rice and daal separately in slightly warm water for 2 . and continue to boil. Roast for a few seconds. mustard seeds. Grind separately to a smooth paste and mix in a large vessel with salt.77 • • Heat oil.
Kootu Masala Ingredients Urad Daal 2 tsp. Black Pepper and Red Chillies until the Daal is golden yellow. Black pepper 1/3 tsp. Masala Preparation • • • Roast Urad Daal. and lowering the heat after the mixture starts boiling. mix. Ingredients 78 . Remove from stove and add cashews and raisins and cardamoms. Remove the cashews and raisins and keep aside. Heat until almost dry. Roast cashew nuts until golden brown and add the raisins to the pan for a few seconds. starting with high heat stirring. Grind with water. Red Chillies 2 Cumin Seeds 1 tsp. Add sugar. Grate the carrots and add to the pan. Coconut (grated) 3 tbsp. Half and Half 1 pint Sugar 1_2cup Cardamom 3-4 Raisins handful Cashew nuts handful Preparation • • • • Add a little butter to a frying pan and heat to coat the pan. and heat for about an hour. Add Cumin seeds to the mixture after removing from stove. Add the coconut when the mixture is cold. Add Half and Half. and continue to cook until damp/dry.78 Gajar Halva Ingredients Carrots 1 lb.
Fry till golden brown and add thinly sliced onions. Preparation • • • Wash well the daal and drain it. Cover the pot and simmer for 20 min's.) with salt. finely chopped ginger. salt. Boil the water and add the daal. etc. Fry till crisp and brown. 79 .5 cups Preparation • • • Boil Yellow Split Peas. squash.79 Yellow Split Peas 1/2 cup Chilli powder 1/4 tsp. When done. pepper. 4 . Turmeric pinch Spinach 10 oz. chilli powder and turmeric until just cooked. or Vegetables etc. Keep aside. Water 3 1/2 cup turmeric pinch garlic 2 cloves cumin seeds 1 tsp. turmeric. heat the ghee add the cumin. May add paprika and finely chopped tomatoes to the above for colour. Masur Daal Ingredients Masur Daal 1 cup Onion 1 Ginger 1 in. Add Masala and daal. and garlic. beans. Boil vegetables(spinach or combo of cabbage. Pour over the daal and serve. butter 2 tbsp.
Masala Preparation • • Fry all ingredients (except coconut) in as little oil as possible. Coriander seeds 2 tsp. Boil for another minute or so. More Kozhambhu Ingredients Yogurt 32 oz. grind (very fine) in blender. Mustard Seeds 1 tsp. and salt to the pan. Red chillies 6 Chana Daal 1 tbsp. Coriander Seeds 1 tbsp. Turmeric pinch Tomatoes 1/2 can Rice powder 1 tsp. Toor Daal 1 tbsp. turmeric. Coconut(grated) 1 tbsp. 80 . Preparation • • • Heat oil. Cumin seeds 2 tsp. Add coconut. Red Chilli powder 1 tsp. Boil for about 10 minutes.80 Molahu Kozhambhu Masala Ingredients Black Pepper 1 tsp. Ingredients Tamcon 1 flat tsp. tomatoes. mustard seeds. Hing 1/4 tsp. tamcon. Salt 2 tsp. Add asafoetida. Masala. Chana Daal 1 tsp. rice powder and stir to thicken. Add 4 cups water.
and the dry Masala. Red Chilli powder 1/2 tsp. e. Preparation • • Boil vegetables (except onions and peas). Ginger (ground) 1/2 tsp. Heavy cream 1/2 cup Green peas 4 oz. Turmeric 1/2 tsp. stirring gently. and heat on low until consistent texture is achieved.. green peppers. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Add vegetables and simmer for another 5 minutes.81 Rice or rice powder 1 tsp. Coriander powder 1/2 tsp. broccoli. 81 . and simmer for 5 minutes. Cumin seeds. cauliflower. yogurt. carrots. Heat oil and mustard seeds and add to the mixture. Chana Daal. can use. Salt 2 tsp. Add tomatoes. Add turmeric and bring to a boil. Navarattan Curry Ingredients Potato 1 large Random vegetables 4 cups Butter 2 tbsp. Melt butter and sauté onions and garlic. Mustard 1 tsp. green beans.g. Raisins 1/4 cup Blanched almonds 12 Dry Masala Ingredients Cardamom (ground) 1/2 tsp. Onion 1 large Garlic 2 cloves Tomatoes 2 Yogurt 2 tbsp. Note: For the random vegetables. Add cream and peas. then add water. Stir in rice powder. Coconut (grated) 2 tsp. Turmeric pinch Red Chilli 1 Preparation • • • • Fry Coriander seeds. Grind the mixture with the coconut and add to the beaten yogurt. etc. Drain and set aside. Red Chilli in a little oil.
Rajma Ingredients Red Kidney Bean 2 cup turmeric pinch oil 1/4 cup ginger 1 in.82 • Before serving.) Preparation 82 . Add to the beans and cook again till most of the liquid dries up and the beans are soft and thoroughly cooked. onion 1 Garam Masala 1 tsp. ginger and tomato as in ? curry. Rose Water To taste (opt. tomatoes 3 water 3 quarts salt 1 tsp. Coriander Leaves small bunch Preparation • • • • Wash beans and boil for 2 . Ras Malai Ingredients Ricotta Cheese 2 lb. Half and Half 2 qts. In the meantime make Masala of onions. top with raisins and almonds. garlic. Sugar 2 cups Cardamom pods 5 Bay leaf 1 Vanilla 1 tsp.3 hours or 1/2 hour in pressure cooker. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve.
It should be soft but not sticky. Thicken until the volume drops to around half of the original volume. Form small balls from the curd. Do not use the same sugar syrup more than once. 83 . Rasagolla Ingredients Milk 1 gallon Lemon Juice 1 cup Sugar 1 cup Preparation • • • • • • Bring one gallon of milk to a boil. Using vinegar usually results in about 80 to 100 rasagollas. Turn the stove off. The cheese should have hardened and turned a pale brown. do it over low heat and stir frequently. Bring one cup sugar and 3 cups water to a boil in a pressure cooker. cardamom pods. Milk should separate into whey and curd.5 cup sugar. if a microwave is not available. vanilla and rose water (and any other flavouring that you may want) to the Half and Half. bay leaf. This is best done in a microwave. Turn off the heat to place the cover on the pressure cooker. Place 20-25 rasagollas in syrup. This will take at least an hour (you can leave it overnight). When pressure cooker depressurizes. Place curd in food processor and process for one minute. Pour into colander. Turn heat on high. Cool for a few hours in the fridge. When boiling add one cup of either whiter vinegar or lemon juice. Leave curd in strainer until cold and dry. When cooker begins to whistle wait for a couple of minutes.peat previous step with the rest of the rasagollas. Thicken the Half and Half by simmering over low heat for a long time.83 • • • • Mix 1. Heat for a few minutes. then turn it off. leaving only the panir/curd. cut it into 1 inch squares and add to the hot thickened half and half. remove cover and re. Add the remaining 0.5 cups of sugar with the Ricotta cheese and bake it in a 400o F oven for about 1hr and 15 minutes in a flat dish covered with aluminium foil. After the cheese has been baked.
fry mustard seeds. Add chillies when daal starts getting red. Rasam Masala Masala Ingredients Black Pepper 1 tbsp. heat ghee. Masala Preparation • • • Roast black pepper. Add asafoetida and salt. Coriander leaves bunch Preparation • • • • • • Boil tamcon in water. Add mashed toor daal and rasam Masala. If using dry coconut. add to tamcon solution. and asafoetida. Boil for a couple of minutes. soak it in a little water. Cut tomatoes. In a pan. coriander. Keep aside. Blend the daal mixture and coconut until the paste is fine. 84 . Coriander Seeds 2 tbsp. Chana Daal seeds 2 tbsp. Coconut (grated) 3 tbsp. Toor Daal 3/4 cup Ghee 1 tsp. chana daal.84 Rasam Ingredients Tomatoes 2 Turmeric Powder 1/4 tsp. Ghee 2 tbsp. Add fresh coriander leaves and mustard seeds. Tamcon (or tamarind paste) 1 1/2 tsp. Boil toor daal in water. Mustard seeds 1 tsp. Red Chillies 4-5 Asafoetida(optional) 1 tsp.
Add a little salt and turmeric and boil. It will also absorb excess salt. Chana Daal seeds 2 tbsp. Take the vegetables. Oil 3 tbsp. Coriander Seeds 4 tbsp. stirring occasionally. so compensate for this when eating. and add them to this tamarind water. Coconut (grated) 3 tbsp. salt and boil for a few minutes. Note: If the toor daal gets burnt. Sambar Masala Masala Ingredients Methi (Fenugreek) 1 tsp. Add curry leaves. Lower flame. add the toor daal paste and wait until the mixture boils again. 85 . Mustard Seeds 1 tbsp. When vegetables are soft. slightly fry them.85 Sambar Ingredients Tamcon 1 tbsp. Vegetables as needed Turmeric pinch Salt to taste Toor Daal 1 cup Curry Leaves 2-3 Ghee 2 tsp. Preparation • • • • • Boil toor daal and mash. Red Chillies 4-5 Asafoetida(optional) 1 tsp. rectify by adding a small ball of cooked rice (it will remove the odour). Optional: Garnish with roasted mustard seeds. the Masala mixture. Boil tamcon in water until dissolved.
and asafoetida. Add saffron/turmeric and mix. soak it in a little water and blend the daal mixture and coconut until the paste is fine. 86 . Keep aside. stirring. chana daal. Cardamoms few Cashews some Raisins some Saffron/Turmeric pinch Preparation • • • • • Roast rava until light brown. cashews in ghee. Sooji Halwa Ingredients Rava 1 cup Water 3 cups Sugar 1 1/2 cups Ghee 3-4 tbsp. Water 3 cups Onion 1 Rava 2 cups Mixed vegetables. Fry cardamoms. add sugar. raisins.86 Masala Preparation • • • Roast methi. If using dry coconut. Add rava to water slowly. Urad Daal 1 tsp. Uppuma Ingredients Oil 2 tbsp. Add to rava. 1 cup Mustard seeds 1 tsp. Boil 3 cups of water. Add chillies when daal starts getting red. and allow it to completely dissolve.
Green chillies 2 Red Chilli 1 Preparation • • • • Roast rava until light brown. Preparation • • • • Soak urad daal and moong daal for 2-3 hours. (crushed) red and (chopped) green chillies in oil. mixed vegetables. ginger and soda. Vada Ingredients Moong Daal 1/2 cup Urad Daal 1/2 cup Onion 1 Coriander 2 tsp. fry mustard seeds. Salt 1 tsp. coriander powder. chopped onion. Ginger 1 tsp. Add finely chopped onion.) Add water to the fried mixture. peas. Green Chilli 1 Chilli powder 1/2 tsp.87 Chana Daal 1 tsp. stirring while doing so. Mix well and set aside for 4-5 minutes. etc. bring it to a boil. lower the flame. Optional: add cashews. Separately. (Optional: can add cumin and coriander powders. 87 . chilli powder OR green chilli. and add the rava slowly. Baking Soda 1/4 tsp. salt. Grind daals into a coarse paste. Ginger 1 tsp. urad and chana daals. Fry small spoonfuls of the mixture in hot oil. and fry these too.
cut green peppers. Vellirikkai Thogayal Ingredients 1 large or 2 medium cucumbers 3 tbspn oil (sesame. Turmeric 1/2 tsp. Add the spices and vinegar. Red Chilli Powder 1 tsp. Butter 4 tbsp. and simmer for about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and fresh-ground pepper. stick Garlic 3 cloves White vinegar 2 tbsp. Add all the remaining vegetables and stir-fry for about 5 minutes over medium heat. Cauliflower 1/2 lb. Tomato puree 2 tbsp. and cauliflower into 1 in. tomatoes. cubes. Preparation 88 . Melt butter and sauté onion. Stir in the tomato puree. Preparation • • • Chop onion. if you have it) 1 tspn black mustard seeds 1 tspn white urad dal 1/2 tspn fenugreek (methi) 2-4 dried red chillies 1/2 tbsp tamcon paste a good pinch asafoetida salt to taste. Ginger 1 in.88 Vegetable Jalfrasie Ingredients Onion 1 large Green peppers 2 Tomatoes 2 large Broccoli 1/2 lb. broccoli.
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Peel cucumber, slit into half, scoop out seeds. Slit into further narrow strips and cut tiny pieces as for kachumbar. Should not be grated as this gives no 'bite' feel in the mouth. Next, warm the oil and fry all ingredients except the tamarind. Mustard should stop spluttering and dal/methi should turn brown. Drain out these fried spices into a blender, leaving oil behind in pan. Add cucumber and stir fry for two min's, no more. Add tamcon to spices in blender and with half the cucumber run on low speed till everything looks coarsely ground and blended. Remove into a bowl, add remaining cucumber pieces and mix well.
Ingredients Soaked tamarind about the size of a large lemon 1 1/2 tbspn jaggery 2 tbspn sesame seeds roasted dry 6-8 green chillies, slit into two (add more for spice) 2 inch ginger cut into thin strips 1 tspn mustard seeds 1 tspn chana dal 3-4 tbspn oil, preferably sesame good pinch asafoetida pinch turmeric curry leaves Preparation
Squeeze out the pulp from the tamarind. You can add a little fresh water each time to extract the pulp. When you have a about a small bowl full, set aside. Warm oil, season with mustard seeds first. When they start to pop throw in red chillies, chana dal, and asafoetida and curry leaves. When dal turns red, add the green chillies and fry. Throw in the ginger, add tamarind extract carefully, a pinch turmeric, salt to taste and jaggery. Simmer on low heat till raw smell disappears and the sauce has reduced to one-third or thickened yet spoonable. Crush the roasted sesame seeds with a rolling pin on paper or in a spice mill rather coarsely. Add this at the end to the pulikacchal Mix well so there are no lumps.
Ingredients One small to medium eggplant 1/2 tbsp tamarind paste or extract from a tamarind size marble, soaked one large onion, chopped (if using little ones in a bag, about five) 2 ripe tomatoes, diced 6 hot green chills, slit and cut into pieces curry leaves 1 tspn mustard 1/2 tspn turmeric garlic (optional) salt to taste 3-4 tbspn oil Preparation
Chop the eggplant into very tiny pieces. Heat oil, add mustard seeds, when popping add curry leaves, chillies, onions and fry till onions become translucent. Add tomatoes and eggplant and fry for another five minutes. If using tamarind paste add a cup and half of water, or pour equal quantity of extract from fresh pulp. Throw in the turmeric, salt and garlic. Let it simmer for a while until eggplant becomes really soft and is barely able to retain its shape. Remove from heat. Tomato-Onion Gotsu More tomatoes can be substituted instead of the eggplant for a tomato- onion gotsu. Add more chillies if necessary.
Katirikka Rasavangi
Ingredients One Bhima eggplant(Brinjal) 1/2 tbsp tamarind paste 1 1/2 tspn coriander seeds 1 tspn chana dal 3-4 dried red chillies 4 tbsp coconut (dry will do but fresh is better) 1/2 cup cooked toovar dal (with turmeric) 1/2 tspn mustard seeds a pinch asafoetida curry leaves
91 A little oil for roasting and seasoning salt to taste Preparation
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Cube eggplant. In about a cup of water dissolve the tamcon paste. Set on stove, add eggplant to tamarind water, a little turmeric, salt and let cook until eggplant is done but has not lost its shape. In a pan with very little oil roast red chillies, coriander seeds, chana dal and asafoetida. When you can get the aroma of roasted coriander or the red chillies have turned a dark, dark red remove from heat and let cool. Throw into blender with coconut, add 3 tbsp water and grind slowly into paste. Add a little water if blade gets stuck. Remove from jar and wash it out with water and save this. Mash cooked dal with a spoon until blended and add to cooked eggplant. Now add the coconut paste and its water. Keep on low heat till it starts to simmer a little. Take off heat. Season with spluttering mustard seeds and curry leaves. Variations: You can throw in a handful of chick peas from a can into this, thin it out somewhat and have it as katirikka sambar. Alternately, you can make the cooked dal with half toor and half chana dal, in which case you should not cook until mashed. Remove a trifle before it gets fully done.
Eggplant (Brinjal) curry with coriander
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Get certain amount of brinjals [the long thin ones, or the short small ones found in the Indian stores are recommended-though the Bhima Brinjal aka Eggplant found in grocer. is also fine]. Cut the Brinjal is to long thin pieces [to get an idea for the size: for the long thin Indian ones, I slice them vertically into four quadrants, and horizontally into 2-3 cylinders.] Keep the brinjal aside. Get certain amount of coriander [for one small bhima brinjal, I use about 1 coriander bunch] and 1-2 green chillies. Put them in blender, add some water and blend it into watery paste. Now, in a large pan, heat 2-3 tb. spoons of Vitamin E (Oil), and add black grams [urad daal/minapa pappu] mustard seeds, dry red chillies (in that order) and fry them. When they are being fried, add the brinjal pieces to the seasoning, and cook for 6-7 minutes in medium heat (while stirring the brinjal pieces).
put the "Kaaram" made as follows: In a small pan. 1 tea spoon mustard seeds. 5. Add salt along with the coriander/chilly paste Next. 6. spoons of urad daal (black grams). cook until the brinjal soaks up the coriander paste. sp. Second. 8 are same) but instead of coriander/green chilly paste. add some tamarind water [you may also add flour if the curry is too watery for your taste]. 2-3 small dry red chillies. Vankaya Kaaram Petti Koora Preparation • • • • • Make the curry in the same way as above (step 1-3. but doesn't become too soft and crumbly At the end. Dry grind the roasted mixture into powder (it is actually better to stop grinding when you have small pieces of chana daal). Didir Onion Rava Dosa Ingredients one cup semolina/rava one cup maida 1/2 cup rice flour 4-5 green chillies finely chopped 3/4 inch ginger chopped fine 1 1/2 tspn jeera slightly crushed (enough to bring out its flavour) salt to taste good pinch asafoetida 2-3 chopped onions a bunch cashews oil to make dosas 92 .5 tb. Cover the pan partially and cook in medium/low heat. The curry is now ready. spoon of white sesame seeds. 3-4 tb spoons of split chana daal (Bengal grams). and (optionally) 0.92 • • • • First. 2-3 tb. of whole Dhaniya (coriander) seeds. roast (with very little oil). 2 tb. Add this powder to the brinjal in step above. add the coriander/chilly watery paste to the brinjals.
drizzle the batter such that there is a lattice work effect. A lot of holes is just the thing. maida. Leave covered in a large pot overnight. Make thin crepes. spray a non-stick pan lightly with oil and warm. For the plain rava dosa leave out the onions. crushed cumin asafoetida and leave in a warm spot for six to seven hours at least. Sprinkle some of the cut onions and cashews onto the pan and now continuing on low-medium heat. Remove in a few minutes and make more. Salt to taste. Add salt. Dribble a bit of oil around it and when the edges start turning brown coax it off the pan with a flat. Drop chopped green chillies and ginger into batter. Didir Dosa Ingredients 3 measures of rice flour 1 measure of urad flour Preparation • Mix well so no lumps are formed. rice flour together into a thick batter adding little water at a time so no lumps are formed. When ready to eat. Mixing by hand is a good idea if you don't have a whisk or electric mixer. Thin out the batter to the consistency where it can be drizzled onto the pan with a spoon. Pesarattu Ingredients 1 cup mung dal 1/3 cup rice 4 green chillies 93 . wide spatula and flip it over.93 Preparation • • • • • Mix rava. preferably in non-stick pan.
Onion Vetha Kozhambu Ingredients lemon size tamarind soaked in about a cup of water pearl onions/shallots peeled 2 dried red chilli pods 1 1/2 tspn sambar powder 1 1/2 tspn rice flour mixed with a little water for thickening salt to taste mustard. Add some slit green chillies if you would like to spike it up. Lay out thin crepes in non-stick pan and do same as for regular dosas. curry leaves for seasoning a pinch asafoetida 2 tbspn oil Preparation o o Warm oil. ginger and cumin. coriander and mix well without beating. Other suggestions are diced sweet potato. diced butternut squash. Season with mustard . salt and asafoetida in. Add dissolved rice flour water for thickening. Let simmer till onions are cooked. drumsticks (available fresh in Indian stores or canned. chana dal and curry powder. Throw the sambar powder. 94 . Stir and wait till it simmers again a couple of minutes. chana dal. Sauté peeled onions till translucent. Add squeezed out extract of tamarind. daikon (Chinese radish). pre-cooked) all on their own. Remove Variations: Tomatoes with chick peas makes a delicious vatha kozhambu.94 1 tspn cumin 1 inch piece ginger salt to taste oil for making dosas 1 cup chopped onions chopped coriander Preparation o Soak mung dal and rice five to six hours. Add chopped onions. Grind to rava consistency with chillies.
in another pan sprinkle a little oil and fry coriander seeds. While bitter gourd are cooking. Blend in coconut paste into the bitter gourd-tamarind mixture. salt to taste mustard seeds. Let simmer until bitter gourd are tender. tamarind. turmeric and salt.95 Pitlai Ingredients 2 med bitter gourds ("karela") 3/4 can chickpeas 1/2 cup cooked toovar dal 3 green chillies slit 1 1/2 tspn tamarind paste 3-4 red dry chillies 2 tspn urad dal 1 1/2 tspn coriander seeds 1/2 cup grated coconut few peppercorns a little jaggery or sugar turmeric. Mix well and reheat a till it begins to simmer. In a little oil. diced a bunch frozen peas 1 heaped tspn sambar powder turmeric. potatoes and peas molagootal Ingredients 1/2 cup mung dal 1/2 a small head cabbage chopped fine 1 large baking potato. urad dal. Add chickpeas and jaggery/sugar. dry red chilli. Cabbage. Add the dal. salt to taste shredded dry coconut (fine variety) soaked in a little water mustard. curry leaves. Add a little tomato paste if handy for colour. curry leaves and oil for seasoning 95 . red chillies and peppercorns until well roasted. Pour seasoning on top. sauté cut bitter gourd and green chillies. urad dal. stir a min or two and then grind in a blender. Add coconut. Take off stove. Add 2 cups water. oil for seasoning Preparation o o o o o Slit bitter gourd into four quarters and cut 1/2 inch thick pieces across.
fluffy and light (not at all sticky). turmeric. Coconut . cinnamon sticks. Basmati (or plain) rice. When the colour had changed dark. Remove from heat.. Vangi bath Ingredients 1 medium sized eggplant. toss the spices in and fry for 2-3 min's.96 Preparation o o o o Set dal to cook in about 2 cups water and a touch turmeric. If more particular. Skin the eggplant and chop it into cubes. Veggies should be done but still holding their shape. Add sambar powder and salt. cooked. Top with seasoning as explained in previous recipes. use a slotted spoon and toss the contents into a plate lined with a paper napkin (this will drain out the oil sticking to the spices). sprinkle lemon juice on the cubes (+ some salt) and let sit for 30 min's or so. heat some oil and when hot.shredded (the large-shredded variety preferred over the micro-shredded type) 1 large lemon Preparation o o o Cook the rice. urad dal. potatoes and a little more water if needed on top of the dal. Variations: You can do a keerai (spinach) kootan with a little modification. Stir in wet coconut.. In a large saucepan. if you like. Add fresh coconut ground with roasted red chillies. Also you can cook toovar dal separately or throw veggies + dal in a cooker for a few minutes. This tends to overcook veggies but can be done fast. 96 . dried red chilli (2/3/4). The usual way . grind fresh coconut with roasted red chilli and roasted urad dal paste in lieu of the desiccated coconut. Coriander seeds. When dal is three-quarters done add shredded cabbage. Cover with a lid and let it simmer away another 10 to 15 min's. urad dal and a little cumin.but to get it dry. asafoetida.
Remove in a manner similar to the spices. curry leaves into the ghee and in a minute or two pour onto the pongal with the cashews. you can see a glimpse of the yellow turmeric colour. toss the contents of the pot and stir. The rice should take the colour of the spice-mix and here and there. A good bunch curry leaves a little chopped ginger 5-6 tbspn ghee/melted butter turned brown bunch cashews Preparation o o Wash rice and roasted dal. let sit for 1-2 min's. blend the spices and coconut until you have a powder. 1/2 tsp turmeric and some salt. Add water to one inch above level of rice. Add turmeric and let it simmer. toss the coconut in and keep stirring until the coconut becomes brown/golden. squeeze some lemon. Squeeze lemon onto the eggplant. Taste a bit. In a blender (or coffee grinder). (You may choose to add some salt that way too) Vangi bath is ready. The rice should take on the colour of the turmeric. add some oil and when hot. If you feel something is missing. dry roasted to a golden brown cracked black peppercorns 1 1/2 tspn lightly crushed cumin. remove carefully and set aside.97 o o o o o o o o o Add some oil to the pan and when hot. add. 97 . turmeric. salt to taste. Venn pongal Ingredients 2 cups rice 3/4 cup mung dal. add the contents of the blender. if you need salt. Add the ginger. Now. boil 1/4th cup water. Throw in cumin seeds. add the soaked eggplant cubes and stir until 75 Remove the eggplant and keep in a warm container. Into the cooked rice. When done remove from heat. In a pot. Serve with yogurt raita/pachadi. lots of lemon juice. stir and repeat. To the pan. Mix well. Warm ghee and roast cashews until a golden. toss the eggplant into the rice and stir. cracked pepper. Add a little more water if not semisolid.
6 cardamoms. Salt to taste. low heat till 3/4 quarters done. add washed drained rice. (carrots. Drop bay leaves. Cook on low. slit. o o o o Sliver veggies. inch ginger. Spread some rice in a large aluminium baking pan. And cook it down till thick and spoonable. good if homemade with half and half) FOR BEST RESULTS: soak for 2-3 hours. 6 cloves 6 cinnamon sticks. Fry onions till clear. Add veggies. Remove from heat. 4 green chillies.98 Vegetable Biryani Ingredients 2 1/2 cups rice (basmati preferred) 2 med-large onions. beans) (cauliflower in small florets) Warm 4 tbspn oil and a little ghee for flavour. Preparation Fry half the onions in a little ghee/oil until translucent. stir until crisp cooked. fennel. Grind to paste: (and add to above yogurt mix to soak) 4-5 cloves garlic. 98 . 6 med tomatoes. chopped fine To soak: in 2 cups thick yogurt. then alternate by spreading some of the yogurt mix. Bake for 30 min's. Repeat alternating rice and yogurt mix till everything is used up. star anise (a must!). 1 tspn turmeric 1 tspn Garam Masala 2 tspn Dhania powder 1/2 tspn red chilli powder 1 bunch chopped coriander 1 bunch chopped fresh mint 5 green chillies. Add yogurt mix. diced. Pre-heat oven to 400. Cover tightly with foil wrap by crimping foil over edges of pan. stir till oil coated and a little crisp.
2 cups scrapped coconut. Add scraped coconut & roast till golden. 1 tbsp coriander seeds. 1 cup chopped coriander leaves. tamarind juice. 1 tsp mixed spices (powdered cloves. When they pop. 6 cloves. sour cream. Cool & grind to a fine paste. Roll it into balls and flatten slightly. Stuff this mixture into the brinjals. ½ tsp turmeric powder. Dip in syrup by pushing it deep down. 8 peppercorns. 2 cups sugar.99 Badusha Ingredients 2 cups bisquick. Score a circle on the patty with a knife or small cap. Heat remaining oil in a heavy 99 . 1 cup broken cashew nuts. METHOD Remove stems & slit brinjals crosswise without cutting all the way through. STUFFED BRINJALS (Cashew & Coconut Stuffed Brinjals) INGREDIENTS 8 small. coriander leaves & the remaining two onions chopped very finely. ½ cup oil. Brown. round brinjals. turmeric. Add to this paste the chilli powder. add sliced onions. 1 tsp chilli powder. 1 cup water Preparation o o o o Make one thread consistency syrup with sugar and water. 4 large onions. Add cashew nuts & mix well. Can place a walnut or pecan in the centre immediately after dipping. Heat two tbsp oil & fry peppercorns. cardamom & pepper). Deep fry in crisco or oil on low fire till a med brown. ¼ cup tamarind juice. cloves & coriander seeds. salt. adding very little water. salt to taste. Make a dough with bisquick and sour cream. remove and set aside. Peel potatoes but leave whole. mixed spice. 4 round potatoes. Slice two onions.
Mixed Vegetables with Coconut (Kerala) This is one of the most popular ways of serving vegetables in South India. zucchini. Boil each vegetable separately. water. Use the same water for all the vegetables. Put this into the saucepan with the vegetable stock. Serve hot with rice. Save the cooking liquid. salt and curry leaves and bring to the boil. Add just enough water to cook the vegetables on a low. cumin seeds. Add the vegetables. but keeping the quantity small. choko. In a blender put the coconut. adding a little water at a time as it boils away. French beans. Take out vegetables on slotted spoon and put them in a bowl. potatoes & remaining coconut paste. capsicum. seeded 1/2 cup thick coconut milk Salt to taste 6 curry leaves Method: In a saucepan bring to the boil enough lightly salted water to cover one kind of vegetable. even fire. eggplant. pumpkin.100 pan. 1/2 cup fresh green peas 1/2 cup freshly grated coconut or 3 tablespoons desiccated coconut 1 cup water 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon chopped garlic 2 fresh green chillies. simmer uncovered for 5 minutes. Blend on high speed until the coconut is very finely ground.Potato Garlic Curry (Tamil Nadu) Serves: 4 Ingredients: 12 oz small potatoes 100 .carrots. Potato Lasan Kari . cucumber. Ingredients: About 6 cups mixed vegetables cut into julienne strips. etc. just long enough to make it tender but not soft and mushy. add the coconut milk. garlic and chillies. Aviyal . Add the brinjals.
then add the coconut milk. ginger. Aloo Began . turmeric and coriander. 101 . Remove from pan. onions and chillies over gentle heat. Add potato and eggplant. mix together for 2 minutes. Return the garlic. salt and stir while bringing slowly to simmering point. about 30 minutes depending on size. strain into curry for last 10 minutes of cooking.5 cups coconut milk salt to taste 2 teaspoons tamarind pulp or 1/2 teaspoon instant tamarind '/4 cup hot water Method: Heat oil in a heavy saucepan and fry the garlic. uncovered. chopped 1/4 tablespoon ginger paste or powder 1/4 teaspoon garlic paste or powder 2 medium tomatoes 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/4 teaspoon coriander powder Salt to taste 3 tablespoon oil 1/2 cup chopped cilantro Directions: Cut potatoes. and cook for 13 to 15 minutes. pita bread or rice. cumin.Vegetarian 1 lb.101 5 oz whole garlic cloves peeled 8-10 small onions. Sprinkle with cilantro. onions and chillies and allow to simmer. Add the chilli powder and turmeric and potato. preferably red onions peeled 8 large fresh mild chillies with seeds removed 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds 1 teaspoon chilli powder 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric 1. Heat the oil in a pan. Add tomato. Meanwhile dissolve tamarind in hot water. Fry the onion for 1 minute. potatoes (Aloo) 1 lb. not letting them brown too much. and cook for 3 minutes. Add fenugreek seeds to the oil in pan and stir over low heat just until they are golden. Serve hot with naan. until garlic cloves and potato are soft. eggplant and tomatoes in small cubes. eggplant (began) 2 medium onions. Serve with hot white rice. fry for a few seconds. Add garlic.
102 . heat till the mixture starts boiling. Garam Masala powder (optional) 1 tsp. turmeric powder 2 tsp. season with salt and remove from heat. minced ginger 4 large garlic cloves minced fine 2 large tomatoes. salt or to taste Cilantro/coriander leaves Directions: Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan (or skillet) and fry the onion and tomato. cumin. for ten minutes on medium low heat. Add the potatoes and chickpeas and 1/2 cup of lukewarm water and cook until done. oil 1 large onion. coriander.102 Chickpea Curry (Chole Masala) 1 lb. pureed 1 large tomato. coriander and Garam Masala powders. Add the chopped onions. coriander. cooked and cubed 1 tbsp. garlic paste 1/2 tsp. stirring constantly. turmeric and chilli powders together for a couple of minutes. Garnish with cilantro/coriander leaves. as well as sliced tomatoes and cook. each cumin. canned chickpeas 1 large potato. ginger and garlic pastes. ginger paste 1 tsp. sliced 1 tsp. coriander powder 1 tsp. pureed 1 tsp. Green Moong Dhal 2/3 cup green moong dhal 1 onion. turmeric and chilli powders. salt or to taste Directions: Pre-cook the lentils using three cups of water. Stir in lentils with another three cups of water and turmeric powder. minced garlic. 1 tsp. cumin. cumin powder 1 tsp. minced ginger. Heat oil in a saucepan and fry the cumin seeds for a minute. chopped 1 tsp.
cubed 1 tsp.103 Green Beans (Gujerati) 1 lb. pureed 2 tbsp. coriander powder 1 potato. fresh green beans 4 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon black mustard seed 4 cloves garlic. add mustard seeds.(Masala Bhindi) 1 lb. add garlic and stir until lightly brown. Add green beans. When hot. oil 103 . Add black pepper. Turn heat to medium/low. salt or to taste 1 large tomato. 2 onions. crushed 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar Black pepper to taste Directions: Trim the beans and cut into 1. As soon as they begin to pop.inch lengths. cumin powder 1 tsp. Stir and cook the beans for 7 to 8 minutes until they have absorbed the spiced flavours. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. salt and sugar. sliced lengthwise or chopped into small pieces. Drain in a colander. chilli powder 1 tsp. peeled and finely chopped 1 hot red dried chilli. Blanch by dropping them into a pot of boiling water and boiling rapidly for 3 to 4 minutes. turmeric 1 tsp. mix and serve. okra. pureed 2 tsp. ginger paste 2 tsp. Okra Curry . Add crushed red chilli and stir for a few seconds. garlic paste 1 tsp. rinse under cold running water and set aside. Stir to mix.
together with cumin and coriander powders and tomato for five minutes on medium low heat. turmeric and chilli powders and salt and cook on medium low heat for half an hour. While the rice is cooking. each cumin and mustard seeds 1 tsp.104 Directions: Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan (or skillet) and fry the onions. turmeric and chilli powders and salt together with two and a half cups of lukewarm water. cover with the lid and cook on medium low heat for half an hour. oil Directions: Heat oil in a heavy bottomed saucepan and fry the cumin and mustard seeds for one minute. turmeric powder 1 tsp. oil For the peas: 1 lb. for five minutes. mix the peas and garnish with cilantro/coriander leaves. Peas Pulao . chilli powder 1 tsp. salt or to taste Cilantro/coriander leaves 1 tbsp. ginger paste 1 tsp. Garnish with cilantro/coriander leaves. turmeric powder 1 tsp. heat oil in a non-stick frying pan (or skillet) and fry the cumin seeds. 104 . garlic paste 1 tsp. okra. turmeric and chilli powders and salt together with half a cup of lukewarm water and cook on medium low heat for fifteen minutes. shelled green peas 1 tsp. Add green peas. Add rice. cumin seeds 1 tsp. When the rice is done. salt or to taste Cilantro/coriander leaves 1 tbsp. Add potato. ginger and garlic. chilli powder 1 tsp. together with ginger and garlic.Vegetarian 1 1/4 cup uncooked rice 1 tsp.
105 .105 Poha 2 cups flattened rice (poha) available at any Indian grocery store. chopped small 2 tablespoons ghee 1 onion. Add mustard seeds. When the mustard seeds are tender. Add salt. Drain off any excess water from the soaked rice. pepper and lemon juice to your taste. 2 cups water 1 potato. onion. to taste Salt and pepper Directions: Soak the flattened rice (poha) in water and set aside. Add the turmeric to the rice until it's a nice golden yellow. Add the rice to the frying pan and mix with the potato onion mixture until hot. chopped fine 1/4 cup groundnuts (raw peanuts) 1/2 teaspoon turmeric (just enough to colour the rice) 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds Lemon juice. In a large round bottomed frying pan. potato and groundnuts. cover with water and cook till potato and groundnuts are tender. heat the ghee till very hot.
there are varieties of fudge like sweets called Barfis. 'Kulfi' is the Indian version of Ice-cream. Adding butter.5 litres 2 gm 106 . milk puddings. sugar and many other flavours. dipped in sugar syrup). Cook in a kadhai on a slow fire. malai. Indian sweets are decorated or garnished with raisins. Add flavouring. Halwa (pudding). Basically. kheer. Add sugar. almonds. Most Indian sweets are made by boiling down milk to remove the moisture. vegetables & fruits dipped in sweet syrup. SANDESH Ingredients Fresh chenna of cows milk 350 gm Sugar 50-75 gm Small cardamom powder ¼ tsp Rose water Few drops Pista (for garnishing) METHOD • • • • • • Rub the chenna with palm until smooth. Sandesh and ladoos. It is called khoa. Indian sweets are different forms of rice puddings. KESARI KHEER Ingredients Milk Kesar 1. until it leaves the side of pan.106 DESERTS AND PUDDINGS India has a large repertoire of sweets.Kheer. Rasmalai. Each region has its own specialties. Make small peadas and garnish with pista. rasgulla and sandesh. these are turned into barfi. Rasgulla (spongy cheese balls. pistachio and the like. Remove from fire. Gulab Jamun. Some other popular Indian sweets are:. Besides.
107 Rice 150 gm Rose Water Few drops Ghee 15 gm Almonds 20 gm Sugar 125 gm Kaju 20 gm Green cardamom 5 gm Kishmish 15 gm METHOD • • • • • • • • Wash and soak rice for four hours. Fry into a deep fat till brown. 107 . Reduce heat and slimmer on slow fire till the rice is looked. Few drops 10 gms 35 ml METHOD • • • • • Prepare a sugar syrup of one string consistently with water. Dissolve saffron in milk boil milk in a handy. Sugar and rose water. Add sugar and cook till fairly thick. Blanch almonds and remove the skin. Add remaining ingredients and serve hot. Heat fat and fry the rice. GULAB JAMUN INGREDIENTS Mawa Sodium bicarbonate Sugar Fat Cardamom Rose Water Arrarot Water 75 gms A pinch 75 gms For frying 2 nos. Pass the Mawa through a strainer. Add crushed cardamom sieved arrarot and little cold water in which soda bi-carbonate has been dissolved. Add milk and stir continuously. Make a soft clough without reading Divide into equal portion and shape into small balls.
Boil milk separately with sugar. cashew nuts. Garnish with dry fruits. Remove. When gram starts browning. Melt fat in kadhai and add grounded gram. colour. Fry to a slight brown colour over a very slow fire.108 • • Frying should be done on slow fire and it should be stirred constantly. 400 ml 300 ml 30 no. Remove and serve hot. add milk on it and keep stirring till all the milk gets dried up and fat starts boozing out from the halwa. Grind into a very fine paste. METHOD • • • • • • • • Soak the gram for 4-5 hours. 108 . SHAHI TUKDA INGREDIENTS Ingredients Bread slices Sugar Milk Cardamom Qty 4 no. MOONG DAL KA HALWA INGREDIENTS Ingredients Qty Split green gram 150 gm Milk 150 gm Sugar 200 gm Fat 100 gm For Decorating : Almond. cool for a short while and put in cold syrup. cardamom.
Pour on a fried bread. Mix well. Sprinkle cardamom powder. Add sugar and boil for another 10 min's. cardamom etc. simmer and reduce to half. Heat the remaining fat.109 Saffron Cashew nut Pistachio Oil(deep fry) A pinch 15 gm 15 gm 15 gm METHOD • • • • • • • • • Heat fat and fry slices of bread. remove. Heat saffron and soak in a little milk. Serve hot. Make a thick sugar syrup. Garnish with nuts and cut into piece. Remove and pour into a guessed tray and allow to set. Add powdered cardamom. MOHAN THAL INGREDIENTS Besan Pistachio Milk Cardamom Fat Sugar 115gms 30gms 60ml 17nos 170gms 340gms METHOD • • • • • • • • Mix Gram flour with milk and 55gms fat. Add sugar syrup. Boil the milk. Add besan and than fry. Blanch and slice almonds and pistachio. Arrange in a tray without over lapping Pour the milk over the bread Garnish with cashew nut. 109 .
110 MAWA KACHORI INGREDIENTS Ingredients Qty Ingredients Qty Ingredients For filling Maida ½ kg Mawa Fat 125 gm Sugar Salt A pinch Chirongi Baking powder ¼ tsp Cardamom Water Making dough METHOD • • • • • • • For Syrup ½ kg Sugar ½ kg 50 gm Water 400 ml 25 gm lemon 2-3 5 gm Rose water Few Cashew nut 50 gm Sieve flour. salt and baking powder. divide the dough into to equal sized balls. Roll out each ball to 3 inch diameter Place the filling on the 20 portion and cover each with the remaining 20. Dip the fired kachori serve either hot or cold. Remove from fire and let it cool and add powdered sugar. PHIRNEE INGREDIENTS Ingredients Rice flour Sugar Milk Almonds Pistachio nuts Cardamom Qty 30gm 60gtm 300ml 15gm 10gm A pinch 110 . Keep it aside. fry mawa till it starts changing the colour. Cardamom powder. deep fry to just a pink colour on a slow fire. Rub the melted fat and knead it to a medium soft dough using water. Seal the edges. and nuts. Mix well. Prepare the sugar syrup.
add fat and fry.111 METHOD • • • • • • • Mix Rice flour with a little cold milk Boil remaining milk. Add half Mawa and cook Add sugar. till it becomes fairly thick Draw the pan to the side of the fire and sprinkle sugar. add to rice flour mixture. Cook on a slow fire. add dry fruits and crushed cardamom Sprinkle over with left over Mawa 111 . Recorded with shredded Nuts. GAJAR KA HALWA INGREDIENTS Carrot Milk Mawa Clarified butter Sugar Dry fruits Cardamom 250gm 100gm 250gm 55gm 115gm 20gm 5gm METHOD • • • • • • Wash carrot. When sugar is dissolved powder. Pour into flat dishes. peel and grate Add carrot to the milk and cook When milk dries. Cool and serve.
METHOD • • • • • • • Melt fat and roast semolina. until the colour spreads and dissolved and add to the yogurt 112 . Add hot water and mix well. cardamom powder few strands saffron 1/2 tbsp. (6-7 hours). Shrikhand This is a simple Indian dessert from Western India. 200-300 ml. Rub saffron into 1 tbsp. It is important to use freshly ground cardamom seeds. made with strained yogurt and flavoured with cardamom. till all the sugar melts. Till it is light brown. pista & almond crushed Method: Tie yogurt in a clean muslin cloth overnight. in a small bowl. Remove from fire and serve. Put the yogurt into a bowl. Add sugar and mix well Add cardamom powder. Ingredients: Servings 4 to 6 1 quart whole milk yogurt 1/3 cup powdered sugar 1/3 tsp.112 SUJI HALWA Ingredients Semolina Sugar Fat Cardamom Water Qty 100 gm 100 gm 40 gm 4-5 no. Cook for 5 min. hot milk. add sugar and cardamom and mix. and saffron and garnished with almonds and pista. Keep the pan cover for 2 min.
and garnish with nut crush.113 Empty into a serving bowl. 2. until the rice is soft and the milk is very thick. Carrot Halwa Ingredients: 1 lb. until the rice is one quarter done. ground cardamom 1/4 tsp. 5. Add the rice and cook for 30 to 40 minutes. almonds. bring the milk and cardamom pods to a boil over medium heat. Kheer For 1 or 2 per person. Drain in a colander. Add the sugar. Serve warm or chilled in dessert bowls. Carrots peeled and thinly grated and sautéed in ghee Half and Half 1 pint Sugar to taste sugar 4 Cardamom pods ground Raisins handful Cashew nuts handful Ghee 113 . In a saucepan. Stir occasionally at first and then constantly when the milk begins to thicken. ground nutmeg 1 Tbs. stirring constantly. Remove from the heat and set aside. rose water Method: 1 Wash the rice and boil in the water over medium heat for 5 to 6 minutes. Chill for 1-2 hours before serving. Ingredients 1/2 cup basmati rice 2 cups water 2 quarts milk 5 green cardamom pods ground 1 1/4 cups sugar 1/4 cup slivered blanched almonds 1/2 tsp. 3. ground cardamom. 4. Sprinkle with the rose water. to prevent the ingredients from sticking to the bottom of the pan. and nutmeg and cook for another 5 minutes.
Roast cashew nuts until golden brown and add the raisins to the pan for a few seconds. Bring to boil and turn heat on low immediately. cardamom and water in a vessel.This prasad or temple offering is given in Sikh temples during the full moon day around October-November when Guru Nanak was born. and lowering the heat after the mixture starts boiling. Add semolina. Keep on low heat. Add the carrots to the pan and sauté the carrots. Keep aside Mix the sugar. stirring. brotherhood and equality among all human beings. Add Half and Half. Add sugar. Remove from stove and add cashews and raisins.114 Method: 1. Stir well. 2. Kahara Prasad a variation of the above recipe . Sheera Ingredients: 1 cup semolina (or cream of wheat) 1/4 cup sugar or more to taste 1/2 cup ghee (clarified butter) 3 cups water 1/2 tsp. till the mixture is dry. Add a little ghee to a frying pan and heat to coat the pan. stirring periodically (after every minute). cardamom powder. It is a day when they rededicate themselves to unity. chopped nuts (like cashew nuts and almonds) and raisins Method: Heat ghee (clarified butter) in a pan on medium level till it is hot. Remove the cashews and raisins and keep aside. Serve with a dollop of ice-cream. Heat until almost dry. and continue to cook until the carrot halwa is semi dry. mix. 3. the birthday of Guru Gobind Singh. Sprinkle chopped nuts and raisins. 114 . Stir well and fry on low heat for 7 minutes or till the semolina is lightly roasted. Add cardamom and starting with medium heat. Bring to boil and keep on medium / low heat uncovered for 2 minute(s) stirring periodically. and heat for about an hour. After all this religion was created to bring Hindus and Muslims together. Now add the water mixture. and during Guru Parab. 4.
Cook uncovered on a low flame for about 10 minutes. stirring often. No flavouring must be added. stirring constantly. Fry. 115 . Stir until the sugar dissolves. Add sugar little by little and continue cooking till ghee separates and the sugar is blended. Add the fried dry fruits and cardamom powder. almonds and pistachios for 2-3 minutes. chironji seeds. fry the vermicelli on a low flame for about 2 minutes. Drain and mix with the chopped dry dates. stirring continuously. De-seed and chop into 4 pieces. Set aside.115 Ingredients: 5 cups rava or coarsely ground wheat flour or mixture of both 5 cups ghee 5 cups sugar Method: Heat ghee and add the rava or the flour. till each grain is brown. Boil the milk in a deep bottomed pan and add the vermicelli and sugar. In the same ghee. Remove from heat and keep aside. Serve hot Seviyan Ingredients 6 nos. Serve hot or cold in individual bowls. Dry dates 1 tablespoon Raisins 1 tablespoon Cashew nuts 1 tablespoon Sunflower seeds 1 tablespoon Blanched almonds 1 tablespoon Blanched pistachio 21/2 tablespoons Ghee 1/4 cup Vermicelli 4 cups Milk 2 teaspoons Cardamom powder 3 1/2 tablespoons Sugar Method: Soak the dates overnight. Heat ghee and sauté the raisins. cashew nuts. cover and cook for 3 minutes.
Transfer the mixture to a square shaped oven proof dish and bake at 425F for 10 minutes.116 Kalakand Ingredients: 2 cups full fat milk 1 cup cottage cheese 1/2 cup sugar Directions: Boil milk in a heavy bottomed saucepan until it reduces to half. Add cooked rice. Add cottage cheese and sugar and mix well till it attains a semi solid consistency. Let stand in the oven for half and hour. Rice Pudding (Payesh) Ingredients 1/2 gallon full fat milk 2 cups cooked rice 1 cup raisins 1/2 cup sugar Directions Boil milk in a heavy bottomed saucepan until it reduces to half. Cut into squares and serve. Preheat the oven. The key to this dessert is vigilant. raisins and sugar and mix well till it attains a thick sticky consistency 116 . constant stirring to ensure that the contents do not stick to the bottom of the vessel.
Now you can make some in your own kitchen. They are tasty and convenient to make. Serve cold.117 DRINKS In North India. Thandai. 117 . shiquanji.2 tablespoons Ice Cubes. Mango Lassi Mango lassi is a favourite at Indian restaurants. Sweet Lassi Ingredients: 1 Serving Plain yogurt. India has devised many chillers to stay cool like lassi. If you are entertaining we suggest our canned Mango or Lychee syrup for making a Lychee or Mango drinks or lassi.4 Method: Blend all the ingredients in an electric blender. Ingredients: 2 Serving 1 cup plain yogurt 1cup peeled and chopped ripe mango or 1/2 cup mango pulp sugar or to taste (less if pulp is used) 1/4th tsp. Hospitality in India is expressed with offering tea or coffee with sweets and savoury snacks. saffron and fortified with nuts and seeds to create a powerful protein drink. fennel. Families in India are also partial to many hot milk drinks flavoured with ginger.1 cup Sugar. cold coffee and other nut shakes with cardamom the Indian answer to vanilla. So next time you want to reach out for a cola try one of India's exotic coolers. cardamom. cardamom powder (optional) Few ice-cubes Method: Combine all ingredients and blend until smooth in a blender. temperatures in summer can reach 110° and stay there for some time. nutmeg.
Cinnamon. If the pulp has been used there is no need to strain. pushing as much liquid as possible. Cold Coffee Indian cold coffee is sweet and refreshing. Blend for another few seconds till it becomes frothy.a pinch each Honey as per taste 118 . Serve chilled. Nut Milk or Thandai When North India is bristling under its hot summers and one is not inclined to cook or eat much families enjoy Thandai. Ingredients: 5 cups cold milk preferably whole 1/2 cup boiling water 6 tsp. instant coffee powder 3 tbsp. It is both a healthful and refreshing drink. Nutmeg.118 Strain through a sieve. sugar crushed ice Method Dissolve instant coffee powder and sugar in boiling water and allow to cool . Ingredients: 2 glasses of whole milk 1 cup water 1 tablespoon blanched almonds 1 tablespoon Pistachios 1 tablespoon Poppy Seeds 6 cashew nuts Powdered cardamom. Blend the coffee mixture and milk in a blender for few seconds. Add cream and crushed ice. allowing it to cascade through. It is a popular drink at elaborate Indian weddings. It is also popular for festive occasions and served while entertaining guests. Pour in glasses and serve. Use instant coffee with chicory or Camp coffee and the hot coffee to the milk and ice to the coffee.
Add the spices. Serve in glasses with crushed ice. The "mango nectar" that is widely available in grocery stores does not have nearly enough mangoes per unit volume to make this drink. Remove from heat and set aside to cool for 10 minutes. Aloo Bonda Ingredients: 4 Serving 2 cups water 3 whole cloves 1 stick cinnamon 3 to 4 cardamom pods (cracked open) 1/4 cup loose black tea (or 4 tea bags) 2 cups milk 4 tablespoons of sugar (or a little less) Method: Bring water. 10 crushed ice cubes Method: Blend all the ingredients in a blender. Serve hot. cloves.119 Method Bring the water to boil in a small sauce pan. Mix this paste with the other spices into the milk and stir well. You may use the nut pulp for thickening Indian curries or in baking. Pour into a strainer lined with a damp cloth and set over a clean bowl. Squeeze all the milk out of the nuts by tightening the cloth by wringing it. Add tea and milk and bring to a boil. strain and add sugar. More sugar if fresh mangoes used. 119 . Mix the honey and chill. Make a fine paste of all the nuts and poppy seeds along with the heated spices. Serve cold. sugar for canned mango pulp. When hot. cinnamon and cardamom to a boil. Mango Milk Shake Ingredients: 2 cup mango pulp from a can or flesh of 3 ripe mangoes 6 cups milk 3 Tbsp.
Makes a healthy warming hot milk or a sweet after dinner drink or a filling milk drink before bed (especially when one has had an early supper). parents and children Ingredients: 1/2 cup blanched almonds 2 cups milk 1/4 teaspoon of cardamom powder or 1/2 tsp. Combine the poppy seeds. cardamom seeds sugar to taste Method 1. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes. Can also double up as a light meal before bed. almonds and water in a blender or food processor fitted with the metal blade and process for 2-3 minutes or until the nuts are reduced to a fine puree. Dry roast poppy seeds in a heavy frying pan over low heat. honey or sugar to taste Method: 120 . Indians will pour the milk back and forth from one pan to another to make the milk frothy much like a low tech cappuccino machine. white poppy seeds dry roasted in a pan 15 blanched almonds 1 cup water 3 cups whole milk 1 tablespoon Poppy Seeds 1/2 tsp. 2. stirring the pan often so as not to burn it. Add 2 cups milk and further blend on low speed for about 15 seconds. Almond Honey Milk .Elaichi Doodh This drink is popular in the plains of North India and in Bengal. The milk is warming. Add the sweetener. bring to a boil over moderately high heat. vanilla.grandparents.120 Cardamom Milk. Stirring constantly. 3. A warm nut milkshake Ingredients: 3 tbsp. The frothy milk is then served. Pour the mixture through a strainer over a pan. for about 5 minutes. then add the remaining milk and the cardamom seeds. Press out as much liquid as possible.Madhur Badam Doodh In the cold winter months of North India many families wake up to an almond au lait. protein rich and all natural and enjoyed by the whole family .
Remove mint before serving. Let stand in refrigerator at least 5 hours to allow the mint to flavour the lassi. bring to a near boil over moderately high heat. 121 . Add the sweetener. Indians will pour the milk back and forth from one pan to another to make the milk frothy much like a low tech cappuccino machine. Nice with a slice of banana as well. 2. Add 2 cups of milk and further blend on low speed for about 15 seconds. 3. The frothy milk is then served. Makes 2 quarts. Press out as much liquid as possible. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes.121 1. Heat the milk blend to a boil. then add the cardamom seeds. Stirring constantly. or a combination of sugar and honey 4 teaspoons vanilla Yogurt Mint Drink Recipe Directions: Immerse into lassi: 6 to 8 fresh mint stalks (bruise leaves and tie ends of stalks together) or 2 to 3 tablespoons dried mint in a tea ball or cheesecloth. Add almonds and water in a blender or food processor fitted with the metal blade and process for 2-3 minutes or until the nuts are reduced to a fine puree. Pour the mixture through a strainer over a pan. Yogurt Mint Drink (Lassi) Mix together: 1 quart milk 1 quart plain yogurt to cup sugar.
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