AMMINI KOZHUKATTAI RECIPE RECIPE COURTESY – USHA RAMACHANDRAN Ammini Kozhukattai, also known as mani kozhukattai which looks like small white pearls are made with the outer covering used for the usual kozhukattai or modaks , basically cooked rice flour. Ammini Kozhukattai are ideally rice flour dumplings that are steamed, cooked and later tossed in a tempering
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BAJRA UPMA FOR WEIGHTLOSS INGREDIENTS METHOD Take the bajra flakes in a strainer, wash it well and drain the excess water. Cover and keep it in the same strainer till use . Heat oil + ghee in a pan, add mustard seeds + urad dal + jeera and let it crackle. Add onions + chilli
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ZUCCHINI FLAX SEED PANCAKE RECIPE FOR WEIGHTLOSS / ZUCCHINI FLAX SEEDS CHEELA WEIGHTLOSS RECIPE BY DISHA LAHORI INGREDIENTS METHOD Grind flax seeds and soak 3 tbsp powder in ¼ cup water and keep aside for few minutes . NOTE – we can directly add the powder to the mixture , but soaking and adding gives
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VEG RAINBOW GRILLED SANDWICH TOAST RECIPE BY DISHA LAHORI A quick and easy sandwich – this rainbow sandwich recipe is perfect for a colourful breakfast. It is a quadruple-layered sandwich that not only tastes delicious but also looks extravagant. INGREDIENTS METHOD Take veges of your choice . Take all ingredients one by one as shown
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MUSHROOM CHEESE EGG OMLETTE RECIPE INGREDIENTS METHOD Slice the mushrooms and stir fry for 4 to 5 mins till complete water evaporates . Add pepper powder / chilli flakes + salt + mixed herbs to taste .Mix well and off the flame . Whisk eggs + 1 tsp milk + salt to taste in a
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HEALTHY RAGI FLAKES UPMA FOR WEIGHTLOSS 100gms of Ragi is enough for fulfilling 49% of our body’s daily calcium needs. Along with calcium, Ragi also contains phosphorus, which works with calcium to strengthen your bones and teeth. Regular consumption of Ragi helps keep osteoporosis at bay and reduces the risk of fracture. Ragi is composed of
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GHIYA OATS CHEELA WEIGHTLOSS RECIPE / BOTTLE GOURD DIET RECIPES Cheela / chilla is a dish that can be prepared in no time and served as a delightful breakfast or snack meal. This popular breakfast meal can be eaten any time of the day when hunger strikes. Conventionally, cheela is made with besan (gram flour),
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GHIYA OATS CUTLET WEIGHTLOSS DIET RECIPE / BOTTLE GOURD OATS CUTELT / LAUKI KEBAB BY DISHA LAHORI BENEFITS OF BOTTLE GOURD / GHIYA INGREDIENTS METHOD Dry roast the oats and powder it . Grate the ghiya and squeeze the excess juice . [ don’t throw the juice , either drink or use in dough /
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BAFALI RAN BHAJI RECIPE / BOPARLI CHI BHAJI Raan bhajis are nature’s wonder. Every year they come alive during a specific period in the jungle and they disappear for the rest of the year. Raan Bhaaji or Wild Vegetables – The ones that we don’t cultivate but appear every year at the start of Monsoon. Raan
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KARNATAKA SPECIAL MIX VEG RICE FLOUR AKKI ROTI RECIPE BY DISHA LAHORI INGREDIENTS METHOD [ similar recipe video for method – https://maryzkitchen.com/healthy-veg-ragi-millet-roti-recipe-nachni-roti/ Take rice flour + grated or chopped veges + ginger garlic paste + curry leaves + coriander leaves + fennel seeds + jeera + salt + curd and mix well. Now add required
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HEALTHY WEIGHTLOSS SOYA CHUNKS CHAAT RECIPE/ SOYA CHUNKS SALAD BY DISHA LAHORI INGREDIENTS METHOD Boil the soya chunks with little salt for 5 mins. Wash and squeeze the excess water and keep aside . Make a dressing by grinding together tamarind chutney + coriander leaves + green chilli + garlic + red chilli pwdr +
Read MoreNO STUFFING SOYA CHUNKS PARATHA RECIPE Soya chunks are rich in proteins and fewer carbohydrates. The regular consumption of soy chunks may help in weight loss. Soy protein may control hyperglycemia and hyperlipidemia which indirectly may help in reducing weight. If you are obese and want to lose weight, consult your doctor. NOTE – Increase of
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MOONG DAL WAFFLES FOR WEIGHTLOSS RECIPE BY DISHA LAHORI In terms of nutrition, the moong dal dishes are the most nutrient-dense dish and aids in weight loss due to its extremely low cholesterol content. The high nutrient and antioxidant content of moong dal dishes also aids in healthy digestion and controlling blood pressure. INGREDIENTS PREPARATION Clean,
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KEVLA LEAVES STIR FRY / RAAN BHAJI RECIPE Raan bhajis are nature’s wonder. Every year they come alive during a specific period in the jungle and they disappear for the rest of the year. Raan Bhaaji or Wild Vegetables – The ones that we don’t cultivate but appear every year at the start of Monsoon. Raan
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SWEET CORN CHILLA RECIPE INGREDIENTS METHOD Mix all the ingredients with enough water till you get the consistency of thick dosa batter . Heat a non stick frying pan on medium high flame. Wipe it with a wet cloth . Pour a ladle of the batter and spread it to form small pancakes . Once spread
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OATS PONGAL / OATS VEN PONGAL Oats contains a good source of protein, vitamins, minerals, iron, complex carbohydrates and antioxidants. Fiber and other nutrients found in oats may help lower cholesterol, reduce high blood pressure and also reduces the risk of certain type of cancers. INGREDIENTS PREPARATION Heat a cooker with 1 tsp ghee and
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RIDGE GOURD MILK CURRY / PEERKANGAI PALU CURRY / BEERAKAYA PAAL CURRY RECIPE / BEERAKAYA PALU POSINA KURA INGREDIENTS METHOD Heat oil in a cooker . Add mustard seeds + jeera and let them crackle . Add onion + green chilli + curry leaves and stir fry till translucent . Add garlic and stir fry
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HOW TO MAKE DANDELION TEA AND ITS BENEFITS Dandelion leaves, roots, and flowers may offer health benefits. These can include promoting liver health and fighting inflammation. From root to flower, dandelions are highly nutritious plants loaded with vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Dandelion greens can be eaten cooked or raw and are an excellent source of
Read MoreCURD OATS RECIPE / DAHI OATS / YOGHURT OATMEAL RECIPE / THAYIR OATS BY DISHA LAHORI A simple and quick Indian style oats with lightly seasoned creamy yogurt. A combination of oats and curd can naturally improve metabolism, relieve constipation, accelerate fat loss, improve bone health and heart health. Oats and curd can help in reducing
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SOYA IN WHITE GRAVY INGREDIENTS Soya mini chunks – 1 cup METHOD Boil the chunks in enough water with salt for 6 to 7 mins. Once done allow to cool. Drain excess water .Squeeze and wash it well .Drain the water completely and keep aside . INGREDIENTS FOR BASE METHOD Take onions, cashew nuts and
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SHREDDED CHICKEN /PICCHI POTTA CHICKEN INGREDIENTS METHOD Cook the chicken for 10 mins till done , don’t over cook . You can use leftover fried or tandoori chicken also . Let the chicken cool and then shred it into chunky pieces. Heat oil and add the sliced onions + green chillies + curry leaves .
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MOR KEERAI / MORU KOOTU / MORU KEERAI KUZHAMBU INGREDIENTS PREPARATION METHOD Heat oil in a pan and crackle urad dal + mustard seeds . Add red chilli + curry leaves + asafoetida and give a mix . Add the leaves and stir fry till it shrinks completely and there is no moisture . [
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MOONG DAL CHILLA Loaded with a wealth of health benefits, a moong dal chilla is perhaps the best start you can give your day. Moong Dal is Packed with protein and low carbs and loaded with vegetables. The besan ka chilla is a common dish in Indian homes. In addition to being simple, the besan
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KODO MILLET KHICHDI INGREDIENTS METHOD Dry roast the millet till hot to touch . Wash the millet + moong dal together and soak for 20 to 30 mins. Heat ghee in a cooker , add jeera and let it crackle . Add onion and stir fry till translucent . Add ginger and stir fry for
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SUKHI MASOOR DAL KI SABJI RECIPE INGREDIENTS METHOD Wash and soak the dal for 10 or 15 mins . Heat oil in a pan . Splutter jeera. Add onion + curry leaves + green chilli and stir fry till translucent. Add ginger / garlic and stir fry till raw smell leaves . Add tomato +
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HEALTHY AGASTYA LEAVES STIR FRY RECIPE /AGATHI LEAVES RECIPE Agathi Keerai, an omnipotent spinach, is capable of curing not only physiological but also psychological problems of human beings.Its botanical name is Sesbania grandiflra having precisely 63 curative benefits as per Siddha school of medicine. Mainly, this reduces body heat, heals the wounds and is a
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PHODSHICHI BHAAJI RECIPE /PHODSHI SABZI | HOW TO COOK PHODSHI Raan bhajis are nature’s wonder. Every year they come alive during a specific period in the jungle and they disappear for the rest of the year. Raan Bhaaji or Wild Vegetables – The ones that we don’t cultivate but appear every year at the start of
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OATS BEETROOT CHILLA RECIPE Cheela / chilla is a dish that can be prepared in no time and served as a delightful breakfast or snack meal. This popular breakfast meal can be eaten any time of the day when hunger strikes. Conventionally, cheela is made with besan (gram flour), which is full of proteins and
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HEALTHY BANANA STEM JUICE RECIPE / VALATHANDU JUICE RECIPE Banana stem is very commonly used in Indian cooking . They are consumed both as raw and cooked. It has a crisp texture when consumed raw and soft + firm on cooking . Banana Stem juice is believed to be nature’s cure to prevent & flush
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LACCHA PYAAZ RECIPE By DISHA LAHORI INGREDIENTS NOTES- Adjust ingredients as per taste METHOD Thinly slice the onions into roundels and separate the rings.Transfer the onion rings to cold water and let it rest for 10 minutes.Drain off the water, and transfer to a bowl.Add all the ingredients one by one .Mix everything well so
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PUNJABI GUDAMBA RECIPE BY DISHA LAHORI Gudumba means – Gur / jaggery + Amba / raw mango …. Sweet , spicy , tangy and sour mango drink similar to aam panna . INGREDIENTS NOTE – quantity of ingredients depends on the sourness of mango , so add accordingly .The mangoes I used were not very
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TURAI MOONG DAL SABJI / RIDGE GOURD MOONG DAL RECIPE INGREDIENTS METHOD Wash and soak the dal for 10 mins Peel and chop the gourd into small cubes. Heat ghee/oil in a cookerand crackle the jeera. Add onion + green chilli + curry leaves and stir fry till translucent. Add tomato and stir fry till
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HEALTHY RAJMA DIET CHAAT RECIPE Rajma is loaded with dietary fiber which means it will keep you full for a longer period of time and therefore stop you from overeating and even contributes to weight loss Rajma is one of the most beneficial legumes to incorporate into a weight loss diet plan due to its high
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QUINOA MOONG DAL KHICHDI INGREDIENTS PREPARATION Wash the quinoa + dal together and keep aside. METHOD Heat oil / ghee in a cooker , crackle the jeera . Add cinnamon + bay leaf + clove and give a mix. Immediately add the onion + ginger + chilli and stir fry till translucent . Add tomato
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TOMATO YOGHURT DIP RECIPE COURTESY SONU SHOREE INGREDIENTS METHOD Take all ingredients one by one in a big bowl and mix well The base for the dip is ready. INGREDIENTS METHOD Now add all the above ingredients and mix well . Refrigerate for sometime before serving . Goes well with chips / wafers / nachos/
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QUICK BUN DOSA RECIPE Bun Dosa is a thick dosa made in a kadhai. Bun dosas are made from the fermented batter made from 1 cup rice + ½ or 1 tsp methi seeds + ¼ cup poha /murmura + ¼ cup coconut . INGREDIENTS METHOD Heat a small pan with oil , splutter mustard seeds
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SUN DRIED MIXED DAL VADI / MAHARASHTRIAN SANDAGE RECIPE BY SONALI INGREDIENTS NOTE – we can use any dals like toovar / masoor / moong / green moong etc METHOD Wash and soak all the dals in sufficient water overnight .Rinse and drain the water . Grind into coarse paste by adding all other ingredients
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SINDHI FISH CURRY RECIPE / THOOMA MEI MACHI / THOOM WAARI MACHHI/ FISH IN GARLIC GRAVY BY DISHA LAHORI INGREDIENTS METHOD Clean the fish slices. Marinate with a little salt + ¼ tsp turmeric and set aside for few minutes. Wash the fish thoroughly and pat dry it . Make a paste of coriander leaves
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BANANA LEAF DOSA /SOUTHINDIAN PANKI RECIPE INGREDIENTS NOTE – You can add any veges of your choice PREPARATION METHOD In a mixing bowl 🥣add all the ingredients and mix together . Keep frying pan on low heat and place one cut banana leaf on it with the oiled side facing up. Do not grease the
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BOTTLE GOURD MOONG DAL CURRY SOUTHINDIAN STYLE / DOODHI MOONGDAL / SORAKKAI KOOTU INGREDIENTS FOR GRINDING [ grind all the below ingredients into a coarse paste by adding little water ] FOR THE SEASONING METHOD Wash and take the dal in a cooker. Add the tomato + onion + garlic + turmeric + salt
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KANJI VADA MARWARI RECIPE BY DISHA LAHORI Kanji Vada is one of those typical Rajasthani /Marwari traditional dishes made seasonally during winter and is a delicious snack to enjoy. The rai ka paani is prepared in advance for fermentation . Here in this recipe instead of plain water I have used buttermilk to prepare the
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KERALA MANGO GRAPES CURD CURRY /MADHURA PACHADI BY DISHA LAHORI INGREDIENTS FOR COCONUT PASTE [make a coarse paste by adding reqd ] FOR TEMPERING METHOD In a pan cook mango + turmeric powder + kashmiri chili powder + green chilli + curry leaves + salt + jaggery and water. Cover and cook over medium flame
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TASTY SOYA KHEEMA RECIPE SINDHI STYLE BY DISHA LAHORI INGREDIENTS PREPARATION METHOD Heat oil + ghee in a cooker . Add whole garam masala and let it splutter . Add onion and stir fry till golden . [ important step – fry the onions well till it caramelises ] Add ginger garlic paste and stir
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GUJARATI BHAVNAGRI MIRCHI PAKODA BHAVNAGRI / RAJKOT mirchi pakora is a batter fried fritter made with green chillies with a stuffing of besan farsaan. INGREDIENTS FOR THE BATTER PREPARATION Wash the chillies, pat dry with a kitchen towel , make a slit and keep aside . Grind the sev with chilli pwdr + sugar +
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AFGANI PALAK KI SABJI INGREDIENTS PREPARATION METHOD Heat oil in a pan . Add garlic + green chilli and stir fry for few seconds .colour should not change . Add spring onion leaves and stir fry till it shrinks . Add tomatoes and stir fry for 1 or 2 mins . Add coriander leaves and
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BABY METHI CHANA DAL SABJI RECIPE INGREDIENTS PREPARATION METHOD Heat oil in a pan , add jeera and let it crackle . Add onions and fry ill translucent . Add ginger garlic paste and fry till raw small leaves. Add tomatoes + salt and fry till oil separates and tomatoes become soft . Add chilli
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YELLOW WATERMELON MINT MOJITO RECIPE BY DISHA LAHORI YELLOW WATERMELONS are one of the oldest and natural varieties of watermelons without any genetic modifications. They are smaller than red watermelons and are believed to be native to Africa. Yellow watermelons have an oblong to oval shape with a thicker and harder green rind than red
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HEALTHY VEG RAGI MILLET STEAMED BALLS RECIPE / NACHNI RECIPE / RAGI STEAMED BALLS RECIPE / RAGI PUNDI BALLS / NACHNI RECIPE FOR BREAKFAST / FINGER MILLET RECIPE Healthy and tasty recipe made with finger millet or raagi. Studies have shown that the health benefits of Ragi far supersede that of wheat. It’s gluten-free, promotes
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HEALTHY VEG RAGI MILLET ROTI RECIPE / NACHNI ROTI / RAGI ROTI RECIPE | RAGI ROTTI | NACHNI ROTI | FINGER MILLET ROTI Healthy and tasty roti recipe made with finger millet or raagi. Studies have shown that the health benefits of Ragi far supersede that of wheat. It’s gluten-free, promotes heart health, the fiber
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YELLOW WATERMELON JUICE RECIPE AND BENEFITS BY DISHA LAHORI YELLOW WATERMELONS are one of the oldest and natural varieties of watermelons without any genetic modifications. They are smaller than red watermelons and are believed to be native to Africa. Yellow watermelons have an oblong to oval shape with a thicker and harder green rind than
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