Tuesday, 17 December 2013

MALPUA RECIPE

Malpua is traditional North Indian dish which is made on special occasions. This is like a sweet pancake made up of maida. Malpuas are mostly enjoyed with rabri or kheer and make a delicious dessert to enjoy after a meal. Preparation Time: overnight Cooking Time: 30 minutes Servings: makes 8 to 10 malpuas (depending on size) Ingredients: For malpuas: 2 cups wheat flour (atta) 1 cups milk 1/2 tsp green cardamom powder 1 tbsp...

YUMMY BROKEN RICE KHEER | PAAL PAYASAM RECIPE

Paal Payasam (kheer in south India) is an important part of marriages in South India as mootichur ladoo in North India. It is an easy recipe and even the beginners can try it without any mistakes. Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4 Ingredients: 1/2 cup broken rice (poha rice / chidwa) 1 litre milk 1 tbsp ghee 1/3 cup sugar 1/4 tsp cardamom powder 2 tbsp cashew nuts (optional) 2 tbsp raisins (optional) Preparation...

MOOTICHOOR LADOOS RECIPE

These ladoos are an important part of all Indian celebrations be it diwali, birth, party and specially marriages. Marriages are specially associated with ladoos in India (a general saying goes “shaadi ladoo mootichur ka”). So, let’s have a look at the recipe of this famous dish. Preparation Time: 30 minutes Servings: makes 10 to 12 ladoos (depending upon size) Ingredients: 1.5 cups Bengal gram flour (besan) 1 tbsp rice flour A...

KAJU KATLI RECIPE

Kaju katli is a version of famous Indian dessert, barfi. It is also known as kaju barfi. It tastes very different and is in the favourite list of many Indians.     Preparation Time: 2 hours 30 minutes Servings: makes around 15 to 20 pieces (depending upon the thickness and size) Ingredients: 2 cups cashew nuts 1.5 cup hot water 4 tbsp milk 1.25 cup sugar 1 tbsp butter (unsalted) 1 tsp vanilla essence Silver foil (optional) Preparation...

MOONG DAL HALWA RECIPE

A tasty and delightful dessert from Rajasthani cuisine. Moong dal halwa is prepared with split green gram and tastes great. Just try it out. Preparation Time: 5 minutes Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes Servings: 4 Ingredients: 1 cup yellow moong dal 2 cups sugar 1 cup water 1/2 cup ghee 1 tsp cardamom powder 4 almonds (sliced) Preparation Instructions: Soak moong dal for 2-3 hours and grind it to smooth paste. Heat...

COCONUT SEMOLINA LADOOS RECIPE

Easy-to-make homemade ladoos for every auspicious occasion. You will find all the ingredients easily in your kitchen. Preparation Time: 30 minutes Servings: makes around 20 ladoos Ingredients: 1 dry Coconut (medium-size) 1 cup Semolina (suji) 1 tbsp ghee 300 g mawa/khoya Preparation Instructions: Grate the coconut. Heat ghee in a pan and roast semolina till a nice aroma arises. Turn off the stove. Let it cool. When the...

BESAN K LADOO RECIPE

This is a sweet dish which is made in every Indian home. Dry fruits, ghee, sugar and besan mixed together to make delicious ladoos. You can pack these ladoos in an air-tight container and enjoy them for a month or two as a snacks or dessert. Get the step-by-step recipe here. Preparation Time: 5 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Servings: makes 12-15 ladoos Ingredients:  2 cups gram flour (besan) 1.5 cup sugar (grinded) 1...

SHRIKHAND RECIPE

Shrikhand is basically a dessert from Gujarati and Maharashtrian cuisine. However, its taste has made it world-popular. Although, it takes a lot of time to prepare the recipe, but the end result is just delicious. Try out the recipe, it is perfect and healthy for hot summers. You will forget the ice-cream. Preparation Time: 2 hours Cooking Time: 15 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients: 2.5 cups yogurt (dahi) 50 grams sugar 1 tbsp milk 7...

MANGO BANANA MILKSHAKE RECIPE

Mango is known as king of fruits. It is best consumed as milkshake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. However, the combination of mango with banana is also great when served as milkshake. Just add vanilla ice cream over it and enjoy the most yummy milkshake.     Preparation Time: 10 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients: 1 mango (ripe) 1 banana (ripe) 1 cup milk 1/2 cup cold water Preparation Instructions: Peel...

AVOCADO MILKSHAKE RECIPE

The nutritious avocado can be converted into a creamy and rich milkshake providing various health benefits. Avocado is a great source of potassium, proteins and healthy fats. So, don’t hesitate to add it to your milkshake, it will surely come out into a delicious drink. Preparation Time: 10 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients: 1 avocado (butter fruit) (ripe) 1-2 tsp powdered sugar (according to taste) 1 glass cold milk 1...

REFRESHING LEMONADE RECIPE

This is the most popular drink made in every home during summers. Some water, some sugar and few lemons and there you are with a refreshing and chilled lemonade to beat the heat. There are different ways of preparing the drink, here is one of the easiest method. Try it out. Preparation Time: 10 minutes Servings: 6 Ingredients: 3/4 cup sugar 1 cup water (for syrup) 5 – 6 fresh lemons 4 to 5 cups chilled water Preparation...

PLUM LEMONADE RECIPE

Plum gives a nice dark pink colour to the lemonade. It not only looks good but also adds a unique taste to the lemonade. Try this refreshing and full of flavours drink for a summer weekend party or to compliment your kids after-play snacks. Read more to get the recipe.   Preparation Time: 15 minutes Servings: 4 Ingredients: 10 small plums (ripe) (halved and de-seeded) 5 cups of water 6 lemons sugar to taste ice...

GRAPES LASSI | ANGOORI LASSI RECIPE

Black grapes mixed with curd and a creamy drink in your hands. Pour angoori lassi over ice cubes and enjoy. Preparation Time: 10 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients: 1.5 cup yogurt (dahi) 1 cup black grapes 1/2 tsp cumin (jeera) seeds 4 tbsp sugar A pinch of salt 1 cup ice cubes Preparation Instructions: Roast cumin seeds and crush them into fine powder. Add all ingredients along with cumin powder in a blender and...

DATES BANANA MILKSHAKE RECIPE

A healthy and great way to start your day; dates banana milkshake. It will provide you with energy to start your day and make you feel full. Preparation Time: 5 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients: 400 ml milk (chilled) 1 ripe banana 2 dates Preparation Instructions: De-seed dates and blend all ingredients well. The dates banana milkshake is ready. Pour it into glasses and serve immediately. You can garnish it with some...

CRANBERRY LEMONADE RECIPE

As the name reflects; some cranberry juice, some lemon juice and you have got a pink sour drink for summers.     Preparation Time: 10 minutes Servings: 6 Ingredients: 1 cup cranberry juice 1 cup lemon juice 1.25 cup sugar 4 cups water Preparation Instructions: Heat sugar with 1 cup water. Turn off the stove when sugar dissolves. Add sugar syrup, cranberry juice, lemon juice and remaining water in a pitcher....

BLACK PLUM MOCKTAIL RECIPE

A refreshing purple drink for all your parties. Mix some ingredients with black plum and get a tasty drink for your celebration. Preparation Time: 5 hours Servings: 2 Ingredients: 250 g Black Plum (jamun) (approx 2 cups) 2 tbsp sugar 1.5 tbsp Grenadine Syrup 2 tbsp lemon juice 1/2 cup tbsp black salt 2 cups water 2 mint leaves (for garnishing) Preparation Instructions: Boil jamun and sugar in water till jamuns...

WATERMELON MOCKTAIL RECIPE

What can be the better option than a watermelon to welcome the summer season. this mocktail will surely get you compliments from your family, friends and guests. Preparation Time: 10 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients: 1 cup watermelon (blended) 1/2 cup grape (green) juice 1/2 cup water Ice cubes (according to your preference) A wedge of orange Watermelon wedge (optional) Preparation Instructions: Place ice cubes in a glass and...

BLACK PLUM YOGURT SMOOTHIE RECIPE

Black Plum (jamuns) are associated with the childhood memories of picking up jamuns from sideways. Prepare a black plum yogurt smoothie and recall your childhood memories while enjoying the smoothie. Preparation Time: 15 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients: 30 black plum (jamun) (ripe) 1.5 cup Yogurt A pinch Salt Sugar to taste Preparation Instructions: De-seed the jamuns. Blend the pulp into smooth paste. Add curd into the...

PAPAYA JUICE RECIPE

If you don’t prefer a heavy papaya shake, go for the lighter version. Papaya juice tastes great along with enhancing digestion. Preparation Time: 10 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients: 1/2 papaya (medium-sized) 1/2  cup orange juice 1 lemon 2 tsp sugar or honey A pinch of salt 1/2 tsp black pepper powder 1/2 cup chilled water Preparation Instructions: Peel the papaya, de-seed it and cut it into small cubes. Blend papaya cubes,...

PAPAYA MILKSHAKE RECIPE

One of the healthiest milkshake, “Papaya milkshake” is a cool delight for biting summers. Gather all ingredients and get your papaya milkshake ready. Preparation Time: 10 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients: 1 cup papaya cubes (peeled and de-seeded) 1 cup cold milk 2 ice cubes (crushed) 1 tbsp honey or sugar Preparation Instructions: Blend all ingredients together to make a smooth puree. Pour papaya shake into serving glass and...