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Lobiya
This is a simple Black Eyed Peas curry with Punjabi Spices.Tariwale LobiyaBlack Eyed Peas CurryIngredients 1 cup dry or approx 3 cups soaked/sprouted black eyed peas 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste salt to...
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Vegetable Biryani
I try to make my Biryani using less clarified butter than the traditional requirement. I think the spices adjust quite well and it tastes good too. But if you are looking for richer taste, please feel...
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Soya Badi aur Alu - Potatoes with Soy Chunks
I was inspired to make this curry after tasting it at Raja Foods, Jackson Heights, NY. This is my version. Soya Badi Aur AluPotatoes with Soy ChunksIngredients 4 medium potatoes, boiled, peeled and...
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Zucchini Koshimbeer
Zucchini is a summer vegetable that grows in abundance here in summer. If you plant Zucchini, you just get inundated with the bumper crop so that's the perfect time to invent/create some unusual...
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Paneer Pulao
Ever since I have discovered that Costco sells paneer, I buy that huge piece, cut it into 5-6 chunks and freeze them individually. Later, as and when I need it, I thaw one chunk at a time for the...
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Kobichi Bhaaji (2)
As a kid, cabbage was not exactly my favorite. but as my tastebuds and I grew, I think I started liking cabbage more. Mom generally made two types of kobichi bhaaji for our lunchbox. One was with...
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Szechuan Prawns
Szechuan cuisine from Sichuan region of China is relished in India. I am sure the recipes are tweaked for Indian tastebuds. I made my version of Szechuan Prawns which was loved by all. I am absolutely...
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Leeks Fried Rice
I had checked out Mireille Guiliano's French Women don't get fat book. I wanted to try her Leeks soup. But I couldn't get good leeks in the market. So I got frozen leeks from Trader Joes and never...
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Mughlai Mushroom
This is my version of Mughlai Mushroom. This curry doesn't need turmeric powder. But due to antioxidant properties of turmeric, I tend to use turmeric in pretty much every recipe. Mughlai...
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Sweet Lassi
Lassi has gained a wide popularity even in the United States. Even Trader Joe sells it. In some parts of Mumbai, I have tasted this lassi, flavored with rose water. If it's not readily available,...
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Harbharyachya Paalyacha ZuNka - Fresh Chickpea Leaves
When I have leafy greens available, one of the recipes I try is our good, old ZuNka. ZuNka made in my family is a very dry version. Pithale, on the other hand, has thin or pudding like consistency....
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Dudhichi Bhaaji - Bottlegourd again!
My neighbor, Chris planted a "Dudhi" plant last year. She didn't even know that this vegetable can be eaten. She wanted to create a pumpkin patch for Halloween. When she took her kids to the local...
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Eggplant-Avocado Bharta
I made bharta/bharit with this unusual pair of eggplant and avocado. It tasted pretty good as a dip or as an accompaniment with the daily meal.Eggplant-Avocado BhartaDipIngredients 1 eggplant - bharta...
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Daal Fry
Daal Fry is one of the most common dishes at the Indian restaurants. I make mine as follows. Daal FryIngredients Pressure cook 1 cup toor daal 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 1/4 tsp asafoetida Tempering 1...
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Dudhi Kofta Curry - It's different!
I clearly remember when I made this curry for the first time. It was my 10th vacation and I decided to cook something all by myself. I browsed through mom's Ruchira and thought of making Dudhi Kofta...
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Kurmuryache Ladoo
Gudiya picked up a packet of "Kurmuryache Ladoo" at the Indian stores. My mom, was here that time, declared that these can easily be made at home. I was eager to learn it myself since I had never...
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Poddale Upkari
Sometimes, when I have a vegetable in hand, and am not sure what to do with it, I turn to my grandmother's simple upkari. Just add a coconut oil fanna/tempering of basic ingredients and a simple stir...
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Lemon Cupcakes
Lemon Cupcakes are getting ready. In the month of May, we celebrate "Teachers Appreciation Week" at Gudiya's school. Every day - during that week - our kiddos do something special for their beloved...
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Sole Fry
Sole fillets are delicate and they taste delicious. I use the same method and preparation as our usual fish fry. Sole FryPan fried Sole FilletsIngredients 4-6 Sole fillets, preferably fresh salt to...
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Swiss Chard chi Bhaaji
I love red amaranth or laal maaTh a lot. But it's not readily available here. Swiss chard can easily be substituted for any laal MaaTh recipe.Swiss Chard chi bhaajiSwiss Chard Stir FryIngredients 1...
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