SPINY GOURD PORIYAL

KANTOLA STIR FRY IN SOUTHINDIAN STYLE / SPINY GOURD PORIYAL Among many monsoon treats, one seasonal veggie is kantola. They are also known as teasel gourd or Indian gourd. Kantola season starts with the onset of monsoon and lasts for about 3-4 months. In northern parts of India they’re available in abundance but they do not grow

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KAKORA – KANTOLA KI SABJI

KAKORA – KANTOLA KI SABJI FRY RECIPE Among many monsoon treats, one seasonal veggie is kantola. They are also known as teasel gourd or Indian gourd. Kantola season starts with the onset of monsoon and lasts for about 3-4 months. In northern parts of India they’re available in abundance but they do not grow abundantly in South

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INSTANT MISAL PAV RECIPE

INSTANT MISAL PAV RECIPE BY DISHA LAHORI INGREDIENTS NOTE – IF making for tari poha , then add 3 cup water . METHOD Grind together onion + ginger + garlic into fine paste . Heat oil in a cooker . Lower the flame and add sugar + chilli pwdr + coriander pwdr + turmeric and

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INSTANT DAL POWDER SAMBAR

DAL POWDER SAMBAR RECIPE BY SUMITHRA MENON It is a very simple and tasty sambar and needs very less ingredients. All you need is just 15 minutes to make this sambar. It is a perfect side dish for southindian breakfast . PREPARATION Dry roast ½ cup of  toor dal or chana dal OR  a combination

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NAGPUR SPECIAL TARRI POHA RECIPE

HOW TO MAKE NAGPUR SPECIAL TARRI POHA RECIPE BY DISHA LAHORI Poha is a staple Indian breakfast dish, and it is said that Nagpur serves one of the yummiest pohas.  Tarri Poha is a speciality of Vidarbha region in Maharashtra, more specifically Nagpur. Tarri Poha is a delicious breakfast that combines Pohe with a spicy sprouts

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SOY BEANS GRAVY

SOYA BEANS GRAVY / SOY BEANS RECIPE Soy is rich in quality protein and digestible energy. Soy is a complete protein. This means that it contains all nine essential amino acids. It is an important source of protein for many people, especially those who follow a vegan or vegetarian diet.  INGREDIENTS Soya beans /soy   –

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ALOO PALAK KI SABJI

ALOO PALAK KI SUKHI SABJI INGREDIENTS Potato peeled and chopped – 2 Palak leaves ,washed ,drained and chopped – 1 big bunch Crushed garlic – 1 tbsp Onion chopped – 1 Tomato chopped – 1 big Oil – 1 tbsp Jeera – ½ tsp Green chilli chopped – 1 Turmeric – ¼ tsp Chilli pwdr

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CAPSICUM PEANUT SABJI RECIPE

CAPSICUM PEANUT SABJI RECIPE/MUNGFALI SHIMLA MIRCH SABZI | PEANUT CAPSICUM SABZI Bell peppers are rich in vitamin C and thus help in many functions like immune function, wound healing, and collagen synthesis. In addition to vitamin C, capsicum is also rich in vitamin A, Vitamin A is important to support the immune system and reproduction. Peanuts help

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SINDHI MUTTON KHEEMA RECIPE

SINDHI MUTTON KHEEMA RECIPE BY DISHA LAHORI Mutton is rich in iron which augments the haemoglobin level and quality of blood in the body. It also has vitamins that help in reducing inflammations and internal infections. This goat meat is very beneficial for females so that they can get rid of those painful menstrual cramps.

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TEMPLE STYLE SWEET JAGGERY PONGAL

SAKKARAI PONGAL RECIPE / TEMPLE STYLE CHAKKARA PONGAL /PRASHADAM BY DISHA LAHORI Sakkarai pongal is traditionally made from freshly harvested rice, fresh ghee and jaggery. It is flavoured with spices like nutmeg, saffron and cardamom. This is traditionally served as ‘naivedhyam’ or offering to Lord Vishnu in Hindu temples, and then distributed as ‘prasadham’ to the devotees. INGREDIENTS PREPARATION Take

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NO COCONUT CHUTNEY RECIPE

CHUTNEY FOR IDLI AND DOSA WITHOUT COCONUT INGREDIENTS Onion – 1 medium Green chilli – 3 or 4 or as per taste Oil – 2 tsp + 2 tsp Daria dal /chutney dal / futana dal  – 4 or tbsp Black pepper – 8 nos Mustard seeds – ½ tsp Curry leaves – few METHOD

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NO SOAKING PRESSURE COOKER PEAS PULAO

QUICK AND EASY INSTANT PRESSURE COOKER GREEN PEAS PULAO /NO SOAKING INGREDIENTS PREPARATION – Wash the rice an keep aside till use , no need to soak. METHOD Heat ghee + oil  in cooker , add the whole garam masala and let it splutter. Add the onion + green chilli  and saute till light golden brown.

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SEMIYA PAAL PAYASAM RECIPE

SEMIYA PAYASAM / VERMICELLI PAYASAM /PAAL PAYASAM /KHEER INGREDIENTS Vermicelli – 1 cup [ bambino brand ] Boiled milk – 3 cups full cream milk Water – 2 cup Sugar – ¼ cup Condensed milk – ¼ cup Ghee – 2 tbsp Dry fruits –  ¼ cup or as needed [ cashews / badam /raisins

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EASY PRAWNS THOKKU RECIPE

EASY PRAWNS THOKKU /SOUTHINDIAN STYLE PRAWNS MASALA /ERAL THOKKU /PRAWNS SIDE DISH FOR IDLI ,DOSA .APPAM INGREDIENTS Prawns – 250 grms Oil – 3  tbsp Onion thinly sliced – 1 big Slit green chilli – 1 Curry leaves – 1 sprig Ginger garlic paste – 1 tbsp Tomato chopped – 1 big Red chilli pwdr

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WHITE PUMPKIN RECIPE

WHITE PUMPKIN KOOTU | ASH GOURD KOOTU | VELLAI POOSANIKAI KOOTU RECIPE INGREDIENTS Ash gourd peeled and chopped – 2 cups Onion – 1 Tomato – 1 Mustard seeds – ½  tsp Fenugreek seeds – a pinch Cumin seeds – 1 tsp Curry leaves – few Salt to taste Oil – 1 tbsp FOR GRINDING

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PURPLE CABBAGE SPAGHETTI

PURPLE CABBAGE SPAGHETTI BY DISHA LAHORI INGREDIENTS 1 cup spaghetti Salt to taste 1 cup chopped purple cabbage 2 clove garlic ¼ or ½ tsp chilli flakes 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp Cheese grated or fresh cream 2 tsp lemon juice 1 tsp oregano / mixed herbs /rosemary METHOD Boil water with salt + few drops of oil. Add spaghetti

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soft gourd cooked with chana dal

NENUA CHANA DAL KI SABJI / SOFT GOURD COOKED WITH CHANA DAL / नेनुआ चना दाल की सब्ज़ी  / तोरई चना दाल की सब्जी -/ SPONGE GOURD WITH BENGAL GRAM RECIPE  INGREDIENTS Soft gourd – 300 or 400 grms Chana dal – ½ cup Oil – 1 tbsp Jeera – 1 tsp Fennel seeds /

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AMRISTSARI PANEER BURJI WITH BESAN

AMRITSARI PANEER BURJI WITH BESAN INGREDIENTS Scramble paneer – 200 grms Besan – 2 tsp Milk – ¾ OR 1 cup Butter – 2 or 3 tbsp Oil – 2 tsp Onion finely chopped – 1 big Green chilli finely chopped – 1 Capsicum finely chopped – 1 small [ optional ] Tomato chopped –

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HEALTHY DRUMSTICK RASAM RECIPE

HEALTHY DRUMSTICK RASAM BY KUSUM UMASHANKAR Drumstick helps in purifying the blood of toxins and making our organs function better. They further act as a potent antibiotic agent. Consuming drumsticks on a regular basis may help you streamline blood circulation well. Constantly changing weather and hectic lifestyle takes a toll on the immune system. Drumsticks are rich in proteins and

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PALAK MOONG DAL

PALAK MOONG DAL INGREDIENTS Yellow moong dal – ½ cup Palak thinly sliced – 1 small bunch Oil – 2 tbsp Jeera – 1 tsp Ginger garlic paste – 2 tsp Onion finely chopped – 1 Green chilli finely chopped – 1 Tomato finely chopped – 1 Red chilli pwdr – 1 tsp or as

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BEETROOT SPAGHETTI

BEETROOT SPAGHETTI / PASTA BY DISHA LAHORI INGREDIENTS 1 cup spaghetti Salt to taste 1 small sized beetroot 2 clove garlic ¼ or ½ tsp chilli flakes 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp Cheese grated or fresh cream 2 tsp lemon juice 1 tsp oregano / mixed herbs /rosemary METHOD Boil water with salt + few drops of oil. Add spaghetti and

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KERALA NADAN FISH CURRY MADE WITH KUDAMPULI

KERALA NADAN FISH CURRY RECIPE / KERALA STYLE FISH CURRY MADE WITH KODAMPULI WHAT IS KUDAMPULI The English name of Kudampuli is “Malabar Tamarind or Pot Tamarind”. It is found commonly in Southeast Asia and India, particularly Kerala and Karnataka. Kudampuli is a small, round-shaped tropical fruit that is used as a souring agent in

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PATTA GOBHI MATAR

CABBAGE MATAR KI SABJI / PATTA GOBHI MATAR /CABBAGE WITH GREEN PEAS Half a cup of cooked cabbage has about a third the vitamin C you need for the day. It also gives you doses of fiber, folate, potassium, magnesium, vitamins A and K, and more.Cabbage is loaded with lots of chemicals that help ease swelling

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HEALTHY BAJRA MOONG DAL KHICHDI

HEALTHY BAJRA MOONG DAL KHICHDI RECIPE COURTESY DISHA LAHORI Khichri is a salty porridge. Khichdi or Khichri are made of rice and lentils /dal , but other variations include bajra and mung dal khichri. In Indian culture, in several regions, especially in the northern areas, it is considered one of the first solid foods that babies eat. It is called Bajre Ka Khichda or

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GARLIC POTATOES WITH DILL LEAVES

GARLIC POTATOES WITH DILL LEAVES | DILL POTATO FRY | SOYA SAAG ALOO RECIPE | ALOO SUVA BHAJI | DILL RECIPES / सुवा आलू सब्ज़ी BY DISHA LAHORI Dill leaves, known as suva bhaji in Hindi (shepu in Marathi) is a green, leafy vegetable that is loaded with various nutrients like calcium, magnesium, iron and

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RASBHARI CHUTNEY  / CAPE GOOSEBERRY PICKLE

RASBHARI CHUTNEY  / CAPE GOOSEBERRY PICKLE BY DISHA LAHORI A tangy delicious dip of cape gooseberry Incorporating them in your diet can give you these health benefits. Store house of Vitamin C and antioxidantsCape gooseberries have abundant Vitamin C much more than lemons! Not only is Vitamin C good for your skin, but it also helps in

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RIDGE GOURD MOONG DAL

TURAI MOONG DAL / SOUTH INDIAN STYLE RIDGE GOURD DAL  பீர்க்கங்காய் பருப்பு குழம்பு / PEERAKANGAI KOOTU / PEERKANGAI PORICHA KUZHAMBU/ BEERAKAYA KOOTU / RIDGE GOURD KOOTU /TOORI DAL This is an easy, one pot side dish for rice. Turai Moong Dal, also known as Turiya Mag Ni Dal, has a subtle sweetness that it gets from

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HOMEMADE TACOS RECIPE

HOMEMADE CRISPY TACOS SHELL / HARD TACOS RECIPE MEXICAN TACOS RECIPE BY DISHA LAHORI A taco is a traditional Mexican dish consisting of a small hand-sized corn or wheat tortilla topped with a filling. The tortilla is then folded around the filling and eaten by hand. The tortilla is then folded around the filling and eaten

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ARBI KI SABJI

ARBI KI SABZI / COLOCASIA RECIPE / TARO ROOT RECIPE Arbi has various health benefits like, it helps in keeping the blood sugar levels in control, reduces the risk of heart disease and reduces risk of cancer. As it is rich in fiber, it is also effective for weight loss. It helps in keeping you fuller

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KARNATAKA STYLE PULAV

 KARNATAKA STYLE TARKARI PALAV RECIPE  Very tasty, nutritious and  filling rice recipe prepared using pressure cooker. Karnataka style pulao is an one pot meal, prepared using regular rice, mixed vegetables and spices . Its called tarkari palav . In this recipe we will use fresh coconut .Freshly coconut is ground to a smooth paste with

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DAL KANDA / KANDA CHANA DAL

DAL KANDA | DRY CHANA DAL FRY Dal Kanda is a simple dish using Chana dal and onions. It is a very simple and flavourful dry lentil preparation. The name “Dal Kanda” literally translates to lentils and onions. In this recipe dal kanda is prepared with split Bengal gram lentil (chana dal) cooked with a lot of onions. INGREDIENTS

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SINDHI STYLE GREEN MOONG DAL GRAVY

SINDHI STYLE GREEN MOONG DAL GRAVY BY DISHA LAHORI INGREDIENTS Green moong dal – ½ cup Tomato chopped -1 Ginger chopped – 1 tsp Green chilli – 2 Garlic cloves – 2 tbsp crushed Turmeric powder – ¼  tsp Red chilli powder – 1 tsp or as per taste Asafoetida – a pinch Curry leaves

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RESTAURANT STYLE EGG GRAVY

RESTAURANT STYLE EGG GRAVY Hard-boiled eggs are an excellent source of lean protein. They’ll fill you up without packing in too many calories, which is helpful if you want to lose weight. The protein in hard-boiled eggs also works alongside vitamin D to promote prenatal development. INGREDIENTS Boiled eggs – 6 Cumin seeds – ½  tsp

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CORN UPMA RECIPE

CORN RAVA UPMA /HEALTHY BREAKFAST FOR KIDS A popular and easy breakfast recipe from south india and western india, cooked with dry roasted semolina / sooji. it can be prepared with several variations and hence it is known with different names like, uppumavu, uppuma, uppindi, uppeet etc Upma, uppumavu or uppittu is a dish originating

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pomfret fish curry recipe

POMFRET FISH CURRY RECIPE /PAPLET FISH CURRY RECIPE Known as the Indian butterfish, Pomfret or Paplet is a type of Butterfish that is widely found in South Asia, including the Indian Ocean. Delicious in taste, this fish is rich in protein and has a tremendous amount of omega 3 fatty acids. Silver pomfret is lean source of

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LOBSTER MASALA

LOBSTER MASALA Lobsters are a family of large marine crustaceans. Lobsters have long bodies with muscular tails, and live in crevices or burrows on the sea floor. Three of their five pairs of legs have claws, including the first pair, which are usually much larger than the others. Lobster is a type of shellfish that

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pumpkin moong dal

PUMPKIN MOONG DAL CURRY BY DISHA LAHORI Yellow Pumpkin Dal Recipe is a comforting and wholesome dal made with moong dal and pumpkin. Serve with rice or phulka for a complete meal. Pumpkins contain a wealth of antioxidants. Vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta carotene support eye health and prevent degenerative damage in older adults. Moong

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RESTAURANT STYLE MUSHROOM GRAVY

RESTAURANT STYLE MUSHROOM GRAVY BY SHWETA GALINDE Mushrooms are a rich, low calorie source of fiber, protein, and antioxidants.  INGREDIENTS Sliced mushroom – 2 pkt Onions chopped- 2   Ginger Garlic paste- 2 tsp Cashew nuts- 10 Whole red chillies- 5 or 6 Red ripe tomatoes –   Turmeric powder – 1/2 tsp Red Chilli Powder

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FISH CURRY RECIPE WITHOUT TAMARIND

FISH CURRY RECIPE WITHOUT TAMARIND Fish is filled with omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins such as D and B2 (riboflavin). Fish is rich in calcium and phosphorus and a great source of minerals, such as iron, zinc, iodine, magnesium, and potassium. The American Heart Association recommends eating fish at least two times per week as part

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Butter garlic green peas

BUTTER GARLIC GREEN PEAS BY KUSUM UMASHANKAR Green Peas are a great food to have in your diet as they are sort of like a multi-vitamin because they are packed full of a variety of minerals and nutrients. Peas are a good source of vitamins C and E, zinc, and other antioxidants that strengthen your immune system.

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healthy green peas soup recipe

HEALTHY GREEN PEAS SOUP RECIPE /MATAR SOUP RECIPE Peas are a good source of vitamins C and E, zinc, and other antioxidants that strengthen your immune system. Other nutrients, such as vitamins A and B and coumestrol, help reduce inflammation and lower your risk of chronic conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, and arthritis. For starters, not only

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egg thokku

EGG THOKKU  RECIPE | MUTTAI THOKKU RECIPE | EGG RECIPE | ANDA RECIPE | EGG CURRY | EGG MASALA | EGG GRAVY | முட்டை தொக்கு BY DISHA LAHORI A Thokku is a type of South-Indian pickle, made with grated vegetables, as opposed to regular pickles that are made with bite-sized chunks of vegetables or even meat

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Thick red rice poha

MAPPILLAI SAMBA AVAL RECIPE / THICK RED RICE POHA RECIPE Red poha or flattened red rice is made from red rice. Thick beaten rice absorbs more liquids and hence retains the flavors. This is nutritionally superior when compared to white poha. Red poha is made from red rice with partial husk and hence richer in dietary

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PUNJABI STYLE AMRITSARI NUTRI KULCHA RECIPE

अमृतसरी न्यूट्री कुलचा बनाना सीखो दुकान वालो से  / AMRITSARI NUTRI / PUNJABI STYLE AMRITSARI NUTRI KULCHA RECIPE BY DISHA LAHORI A healthy and tasty dish to spice up your dinner/lunch table. Amritsari Nutri Soya Chunks is a very famous Punjabi Masala dish which is very tempting, additionally, a great source of proteins.  INGREDIENTS Nutri

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DAHI WALI GAWAR KI SABJI

DAHI WALI GAWAR KI PHALI/ GAWAR KI SABZI /CLUSTER BEANS COOKED WITH CURD /  GAWARFALI KI SABZI / CLUSTER BEANS GRAVY / DAHI KI SABZI RECIPE Cluster beans lower your LDL, or bad cholesterol, levels thereby improving your heart health and lowering the risk of a heart attack. They also contain fibre, folic acid and potassium,

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EASY MUTTON MASALA IN COOKER

EASY MUTTON MASALA IN COOKER INGREDIENTS Mutton – 1 kg Curd – 3/4 cup Oil – 3 or 4 tbsp Onion sliced – 4 Green chilli – 2 Curry leaves – few Ginger garlic paste – 1 ½ tbsp Red chilli pwdr –  2 tsp or as per taste Turmeric – ½ tsp Garam masala

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SINDHI SEYAL ANDA

SINDHI SEYAL ANDA / VEGETABLE EGG CAKE RECIPE  BY DISHA LAHORI INGREDIENTS Egg – 5 Oil – 2 or 3 tbsp Onion chopped – 2 big Tomato finely chopped – 2 big   Garlic chopped – 1 tbsp or green garlic chopped – 4 tbsp Green chilli chopped – 2 Potato thin roundels – 1

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