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Parwal Korma

Parwal korma or pointed gourd korma is quite an unique dish in terms of its combination. We dont need any introduction to the korma gravy as we all know how flavourful it is, blended with nuts and spices, the masala seeps deep inside the parwal. The parwal remains nice and juicy and tender from inside.You may find a lot of variation to this dish, one of the popular is th eone in which the parwal is stuffed and cooked in the same korma gravy. I tried to keep things quite simple and hearty, keeping the natural flavour of the parwal intact. Do try out this recipe with your friends and family, and share your feedback with me, every new recipe is worth a try isn't it ? Ingredients Parwal 500 g 1 tsp Turmeric Powder barista (fried onion) of 2 onions 1 tbsp poppy seeds 5 Cashew nuts 5-7 cloves of Garlic 1 inch ginger (sliced) 2 tbsp Mustard Oil 1 Cinnamon stick 2 Bayleaves 1 Mace 4 Green Cardamom 4 Cloves 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds 1/2 tsp Nutmeg Powder 1/2 tsp Sugar 1 tbsp Crushed Fenugr...

Tandoori Aloo

Tandoori Aloo Tikka is one of the new appetizing dish for all the vegetarians out there, firstly it's "potato" and secondly the "tikka", can't resist both! The traditional method clearly states that it should be cooked in a tandoor oven, so here is my take to get the perfectly charred edges just like tandoor at home. This method will yield the same smoky and charred flavour which will depict the true identity of a kebab. Marination is the key to this recipe, also raw mustard oil is highly recommended to give the maximum desired output. You can enjoy it with some salad and chutney, or else you can wrap it up with a Lachha Paratha, Naan or any other Indian bread for a vegetarian version of Kathi Roll or Shawarma. INGREDIENTS (7 – 8) Medium Sized Potatoes 1 tbsp Mustard Oil 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder 1 tsp Turmeric Powder 1 tsp Cumin Powder 1 tsp Coriander Powder ½ tsp Black Salt 1½ tsp Amchur Powder 1 tsp Garam Masala Powder 1 tsp Besan ¾th Cup of Hung Curd 1 ts...

Dhaba Style Chicken Curry

Dhaba Style Chicken Curry always takes me back to those good old days where we used to go for a long road - trip with our family and in the amidst of the highways these dhabas with small mud shacks, with only chaarpai's and a wooden plank for a table used to appear for a soul-satisfying lunch meal. As a kid, I still remember those dhabas never had any sort of decorative ambience but it was eventually colorful as it had a contrast of these trucks that were beautifully painted with vibrant colours. Apart from the ambience, those dhabas were not the only perfectionists in tandoori items but also serves the most commonly ordered - tandoori roti, dal - tadka and the dhaba style chicken curry. This dish is very close to my soul as the rusticness depicts the perfect flavours of that one solemn dish. This is my take on the Dhaba Style Chicken Curry, do try making it at home and let me know how it goes. Ingredients For the Chicken Marinade 650 g chicken 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste 1 cup yog...

Bengali Chorchori

Chachchari is a nutritious yet lip-smacking dish with wholesome nutrition of vegetables along with a subtle – spice taste. This dish is very familiar in the Eastern Region of India where it is consumed in the second phase of a meal with some hot steaming rice, hence acting as a cooling agent for the stomach (especially the potatoes and pointed gourd). The origin of this dish is quite unique as it is said that during the British Raj when child marriage was into existenxe, it was very common for the teenage girls to be window at a young age, later on they exile to Kaashi (now Varanasi). A strict diet was followed by them in order to hold their pangs of lust. The consumption of meat, onion and garlic was strictly prohibited by the widows. So, with the course of time and with the utilization of resources they created a new one-pot dish that was free from any of the prohibited ingredients but comprised of nutritious vegetables with a base of ginger and cumin. Nowdays this chorchori is ...

Crispiest French Fries

The perfect and crispiest French Fries recipe does exist. A fuss-free recipe that will yield you the perfect fries every time you crave to eat at a fast-food joint. Many people think that we cannot make the same crispy French Fries at home but all you need is precision of perfect convenience - a simple starchy potato, cut into batons, slightly blanched in hot water, double fried in hot oil topped with a drizzle of simple seasoning. This snack has a separate fan base, originating from the lanes and streets of Belgium with different seasonings and sauces. Also, in many dishes, it is served as a side dish just like – Fish ‘n’ Chips, Steak Frites, and many more. Speaking statistically, this is one of the most consumed dishes in all over the world and has got numerous variations in terms of taste and flavour. INGREDIENTS 4 Large Starchy Potatoes Water (As Required) Salt (As Required) 1 tbsp Vinegar Oil (For Frying) METHOD Peel the starchy potatoes, cut into 1cm thick slices...

White Sauce Pasta

White Sauce Pasta is a dish with al - dente penne cooked in an aromatic white sauce with oregano, basil, and cheese, a proper delight to your taste buds. The method of this recipe is very simple and can be accorded by anyone in order to yield perfect pasta with a perfect sauce. I know, nowadays it is very hard for people to hang out with their buddies due to this Covid – 19 situation, so keeping in mind this recipe is precisely designed for those people who especially miss ordering the cafe-style white sauce pasta. Taking an overview anatomy of this dish the Al – Dente pasta is coated with silky, smooth, and cheesy white sauce that will levitate your craving to a whole new level. So lastly, stay home – stay safe, keep making good food and enjoy a nice gala time with your family. INGREDIENTS Water (As Required) Salt (As Required) 250g of Penne Pasta 40g of Butter 2.5 tbsp of Refined Flour 1 tbsp of Oil 400ml of Milk A pinch of Black Pepper Powder A pinch of Chili Flakes ½ tsp of Or...