COOKING TIPS BY WHATSAPP AND FACEBOOK MEMBERS FROM THEIR KITCHEN AND EXPERIENCE – Brinjal should have thorns on it for good taste . Always pick up onion which r dry n has double layer.. u can store these for minimum 6 months When you buy cauliflower always take little yellowish one not white one Will
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COOKING TIPS 1 – shared by whatsapp group members of ‘ COOK CLICK SHARE ‘ Buy small ,green and tender vegetables .Wash vegetables before chopping them..and always buy ripe fruits . While chopping veges chop it small to reduce cooking time
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CHICKEN RECIPES Chicken is one of the highest protein supplier .The amount of protein found in 100gm
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TIPS FOR BUYING AND COOKING FISH Fish are lean a healthy source of proteins and omega – 3 fats .Eating fish twice a week is good.Fish is among the healthiest food on the earth Points to keep
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MUTTON RECIPES [ How to buy and cook mutton ] Lamb meat or goat meat .Meat from younger ones are more tender than older ones. Meat of a sheep / goat less than a year old is pale pink or pale red , whereas meat of the ones more than a yr
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HOW TO USE AND MAINTAIN PRESSURE COOKER / HOW TO AVOID OVERFLOWING WHILE PRESSURE COOKING /PRESSURE COOKING GUIDE The pressure cooker is an essential time-saver for cooking many foods. It can reduce cooking times by up to 70 percent, or more. GASKET [ rubber sealing ring ] -The seal prevents steam from escaping, and allows
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South Indian style chole / Kabuli chana in roasted coconut gravy. Ingredients: To roast and grind: PREPARATION Roast the coconut till golden brown. Add fennel seeds and roast for few seconds . Add garam masala pwdr and give a nice mix and off the flame . Let it cool. Grind it to a fine pwdr
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HEALTHY GREEN MOONG SPROUTS DOSA INGREDIENTS Make sprouts following this recipe – Homemade sprouts METHOD Take all ingredients one by one in a mixie jar and grind into a fine batter of medium pouring consistency . Dont make very thick or very thin batter . Add baking soada and give a nice mix. Bkaing soda
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DOSA RECIPE /JINI DOSA / MASALA DOSA / UTTAPAM RECIPE . REFER HERE FOR THE BATTER WITH WHICH YOU CAN MAKE DIFFERENT TYPES OF DOSAS KARNATAKA DOSA BATTER
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APPE MADE FROM IDLI BATTER / KULI PANIYARAM / PADDU / RICE BUNS / VEGETABLE APPE INGREDIENTS METHOD Mix all the above ingredients well. Keep the appe pan on medium heat. Once it is hot , add a few drops of oil in each mould. Pour spoonful of the batter leaving some space over the
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LEEK POTATO SOUP BY DISHA LAHORI Leek soup is a soup based on potatoes, leeks, stock, and milk . Other ingredients used may be salt, pepper, and various spices. Leeks are a good source of vitamins A, C and K (important for helping your blood to clot). They also contain minerals such as iron (which is important for red
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SWEET WHEAT FLOUR APPE /BANANA PANIYARAM Wheat flour appam is mostly made for festivals .Its very easy to make and delicious too with flavorful wheat flour and jaggery in it. You can make it for snacks too. INGREDIENTS Method Take jaggery + water in a pan and cook till the jaggery melts completely . Strain and
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SOUTHINDIAN LEMON RICE RECIPE / CHITRANNA INGREDIENTS PREPARATION – Cook rice till completely done [not overcooked,grains have to be separate]or use left
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FALAFEL RECIPE Falafels are deep-fried balls traditionally found in
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CORN CAPSICUM SANDWICH INGREDIENT Boiled Corn – 1 cup Capsicum finely chopped – 1/2 cup Olive oil – 1 tsp + butter – 1 tbsp Oregano or mixed herb – 1 tsp Red chilli flakes – 1 tsp Pepper pwdr – 1/4 or 1/2 tsp Garlic finely minced – 1 tsp All purpose flour /
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PEPPER CHICKEN Why meat and poultry are so good for you iodine to help your body produce thyroid hormone. iron to carry oxygen around your body. zinc to keep
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BEETROOT IDLI AND DOSA RECIPE Beets are highly nutritious and loaded with health-promoting properties. They can support the health of your brain, heart, and digestive system. They provide a good source of folate and manganese,
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PEPPER POHA / MILAGU AVAL / KALIMIRI POHE INGREDIENTS Poha – 2 cup of regular poha Onion finely chopped – 1 Jeera – 1 tsp Whole black pepper – 1 tsp or 1 ½ tsp or as per taste Broken cashews – few [ optional – or use peanuts ] Freshly grated coconut – 2
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EASY AMRITSARI CHOLE EASY AMRITSARI CHOLE RECIPE INGREDIENTS Kabuli chana – 250 grms Tomato – 3 puree Onion – 2 finely chopped Ginger garlic paste – 2 tsp Ginger – 1 inch thinly
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APPLE ORANGE CHUTNEY BY DISHA LAHORI Chutney is a gluten-free, spicy or savory condiment originating in India. Chutney is made from fruits, vegetables, and/or herbs with vinegar , sugar, and spices. Chutney is an integral part of indian cuisine It is served with everything from rice to bread items . Apple chutney is quite an easy
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TANDOORI MANCHURIAN BALLS BY DISHA LAHORI Veg Manchurian is a delicious Indo-Chinese dish made with vegetables formed into dumplings an ddeep fried . These balls are super delicious & crisp. Cabbage is usually the leading vegetable in the manchurian balls, with carrots, green beans, bell peppers and even cauliflower added to the mix. INGREDIENTS Finely chopped or grated
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INSTANT AMCHUR JAGGERY CHUTNEY FOR CHAAT Khatti meethi teekhi chutney for chatpata Indian snacks like kachoris / samosas / bhajiyas /chaat items etc INGREDIENTS METHOD Take all ingredients [ except jeera pwdr ] in a pan and mix well . See that there are no lumps Keep on medium flame . Stir and cook till
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KHEERER SHINGARA / MISTI KHEERER SINGARA/BENGALI SWEET MAWA SAMOSA /SWEET SAMOSA / MISTI KHEER ER SINGARA BY DISHA LAHORI Shingara is nothing but Samosa in Bengali cuisine. .Khirer Singara or Sweet Mewa Samosa is a popular Bengali sweet.It is a deep fried pastry with a mewa filling then soaked in sugar syrup. The filling can be
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ORANGE PANCAKE BY DISHA LAHORI A pancake is a flat cake, often thin and round, prepared from a starch-based batter that may contain eggs, milk and butter and cooked on a hot surface such as a griddle or frying pan, often frying with oil or butter. INGREDIENTS Maida – 1 cup Cardamom pwdr – ½
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HEALTHY WEIGHT LOSS MAKHANA SNACK RECIPE / PHOOL MAKHANA MUNCHIES /FOX NUT CHIVDA/LOTUS SEEDS A handful of makhanas every day can keep you looking younger and make your skin glow. The catch is they should not be consumed as a fried snack. The presence of antioxidants in makhanas makes them even better for digestive health. They
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CHICKEN MALAI BALLS A food rich in protein, chicken can help with weight management and reduce the risk of heart disease. Chicken contains the amino acid tryptophan, which has been linked to higher levels of serotonin (the “feel good” hormone) in our brains. INGREDIENTS Boneless chicken – 500 grms Ginger garlic paste – 1 tbsp Onion
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CUSTARD APPLE JUICE IN MIXIE Custard apple is one of the few fruits that contain a well-balanced ratio of potassium and sodium. Custardapples contain anti-oxidants like Vitamin C, which helps to fight free radicalsin our body. It is also high in potassium and magnesium that protects our heartfrom cardiac disease. BENEFITS OF CUSTARD APPLE FRUIT High
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DRY CHICKEN SHASHLIK Shashlik, or shashlyk, is a dish of skewered and grilled cubes of meat, similar to or synonymous with shish kebab. Shashlik is basically like a shish kebab, which translates to skewered meat and is a dish that was popular in central and South Asia. Shish were generally made using chunks of lamb, but chicken
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GUJARATHI MAGAS LADOO BY DISHA LAHORI Magaj is a Gujarati sweet specialty also known as besan ladoo. Magaz is a fudge-like dessert made with chickpea flour, ghee, sugar and a pinch of cardamom. The chickpea flour is roasted in ghee until it turns dark yellow and smells nice and nutty. Magaz pretty much melts in your
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PAPAD NU CHAVANU | HOW TO MAKE KHAMBAT SPECIAL PAPAD NU CHAVDO | MURMURA PAPAD CHIVDA RECIPE/PAPAD CHURI / BY DISHA LAHORI Papad nu chavanu is made with a mix of roasted puffed rice, sev, and fried papad which is tempered with regular spices. INGREDIENTS 150 grms puffed rice murmura 8 deep fried less spicy urad dal
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CHEESELING RECIPE BY DISHA LAHORI Cheese lings are light brown, crispy fried, bite-size biscuits made of flour, mixed with butter and cheese, lightly spiced to give a nice essence and zest. These mouth melting cheesy lings are extremely innovative, comforting and light snack. INGREDIENTS 1 cup maida / all purpose flour 2 cubes cheese grated 1 tbsp butter 1/2
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ALOO MATAR PARATHA INGREDIENTS Wheat flour – 3 cup Oil to knead the dough – 3 tsp Green peas – 2 cup Mashed aloo – 1 cup Green chilli + ginger + garlic paste – 1 tbsp Garam masala – ½ tsp Red chilli pwdr – ½ tsp or as per taste Chaat masala –
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BLACK URAD RICE DAL PORRIDGE /COMFORT FOOD / ULUNDHU KANJI Ulundhu kanji is one of the popular recipes in Tamilnadu. Black urad dal has a lot of health benefits and is very good for bones. It very nutritious and is packed with numerous health benefits. It is extensively used in many culinary preparations in India like making
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COCONUT MILK RICE DAL PORRIDGE / COMFORT FOOD/ VENDHAYA KANJI OR THENGAI PAAL KANJI / POONDU VENDHAYA KANJI / HOME REMEDY FOR MOUTH ULCER AND STOMACH ULCER. This Vendhaya kanji / Porridge is a healthy breakfast recipe prepared using rice, fenugreek seeds, garlic and coconut milk. it is a good body coolant; highly recommended for people having mouth and
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HEALTHY GOOSEBERRY JAGGERY JAM /SUGARFREE AMLA JAM / NELLIKAI JAM / AMLA CHAWANPRASH BY DISHA LAHORI Amla + jaggery helps in giving your body the much needed dose of iron, which helps in improving the haemoglobin level and also helps in purifying the blood naturally. Gooseberry Jam/ Amla Chawanprash / Amla Jam / Nellikai Jam – Quick,
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HEALTHY PANEER CUTLET WITHOUT POTATO / PANEER TIKKI /HEALTHY COTTAGE CHEESE STARTER Paneer is an Indian cheese that is high in nutritive value. It is rich in calcium and protein and aids in many body processes. It also prevents tooth decay. If your kids develop a habit of eating paneer everyday, they will not suffer
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HOMEMADE PROTEIN POWDER RECIPE BY SUSHMA HITEN Protein powder is a popular nutritional supplement. Protein is an essential macronutrient that helps build muscle, repair tissue, and make enzymes and hormones. Using protein powder may also aid weight loss and help people tone their muscles. ALMONDS – Almonds contain lots of healthy fats, fiber, protein, magnesium and vitamin
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KARNATAKA STYLE RED COCONUT CHUTNEY This chutney is very famous in restaurants, small hotels or even in roadside food carts in Karnataka. INGREDIENTS Grated coconut – 1 cup Fried gram dal – 3 or 4 tbsp Red chill – 3 or 4 or as per taste Tamarind – Small piece Garlic cloves – 3 Salt – as
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BANGALORE HOTEL STYLE COCONUT CHUTNEY This chutney is very famous in restaurants, small hotels or even in roadside food carts, especially in Karnataka. INGREDIENTS Grated coconut – 1 cup Fried gram dal / Hurikadale / Pottukadalai – ½ cup Green chilli – 4 or as per taste Tamarind – Small piece Garlic cloves – 3 Curry leaves
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FAFDA / PATHA GATHIYA / GATHIYA BY DISHA LAHORI Fafda is a popular Gujarati snack. In many festivals, fafda is the most preferred snack. Fafda is rectangular in shape and yellowish in complexion. Fafda is a fried crispy crunchy tasty snack made with besan (gram flour), laced with carom seeds and black pepper. It is a popular
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MUSHROOM GREEN PEAS STIR FRY Green peas are rich in polyphenol antioxidants, which are likely responsible for many of their health benefits ( 3 ). Summary: Green peas are fairly low in calories and contain several vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. They’re also high in fiber and protein. Mushrooms are fat-free, low-sodium, low-calorie, and cholesterol-free. They’re also
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METHI DAL Fenugreek has benefits for lowering blood sugar levels, boosting testosterone, and increasing milk production in breastfeeding mothers. Fenugreek may also reduce cholesterol levels, lower inflammation, and help with appetite control. Toor dal is an incredible source of proteins, carbs and dietary fibre needed for growth and development. Adding toor dal in your diet helps to
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PAAN KHARWAS BY DISHA LAHORI Kharvas is an Indian milk pudding made from cow or buffalo colostrum, the first form of milk produced within one or two days of giving birth. It originates in the western Indian state of Maharashtra. It is also popular in the states of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. HEALTH BENEFITS OF
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JAGGERY KHARWAS /JUNNU RECIPE /MILK PUDDING BY DISHA LAHORI Kharvas is an Indian milk pudding made from cow or buffalo colostrum, the first form of milk produced within one or two days of giving birth. It originates in the western Indian state of Maharashtra. It is also popular in the states of Karnataka and Andhra
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TURKISH CHICKEN KEBAB / CHICKEN SHISH The world-famous Turkish kebab means ‘rotating’ kebab in Turkish. It is made from lamb, chicken, or beef, slowly roasted on a vertical spit, and then thinly sliced off. chicken shish is cubes of marinated chicken that are then skewered and grilled and usually served with a variety of accompaniments . A food
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SALT AND PEPPER PANEER Super rich in protein, having paneer for breakfast makes you feel full for longer. It gets digested slowly and increases the amount of feeling full hormones like GLP-1, PYY and CCK. Apart from protein, paneer is also rich in fat, iron, calcium and magnesium, which makes it an even healthier choice.
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INSTANT CRISPY MAIDA DOSA Maida, if consumed in moderation, may not be that bad an idea. A lot depends on your preparation, so if you are deep frying your maida goods or making cakes or cookies or bakery products by adding too much of sugar then you are inviting excess calories that would be hard
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HEALTHY CARROT APPE The fiber in carrots can help keep blood sugar levels under control. And they’re loaded with vitamin A and beta-carotene, which there’s evidence to suggest can lower your diabetes risk. They can strengthen your bones. Carrots have calcium and vitamin K, both of which are important for bone health. Carrots are a good source of
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CHICKEN KHEEMA PARATHA Chicken is a lean meat with various health benefits. Packed with nutritional values, chicken is supremely advantageous for your body. Filled with vitamin, mineral and protein, chicken promotes brain development, strengthens your bones, aids in weight loss, builds muscle and helps in a healthy heart. INGREDIENTS METHOD Mix wheat flour + salt +
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ALOO METHI PARATHA Aloo methi paratha recipe is a Punjabi aloo methi paratha, supremely tasty variant to the very popular aloo paratha. Stuffed aloo methi paratha is made from aloo, methi, whole wheat flour and Indian spices which are easily available ingredients. Aloo methi paratha can be relished anytime of the day. INGREDIENTS FOR DOUGH
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