How to make Gagjar ka Halwa

How to make Gagjar ka Halwa

Gajar ka halwa is a popular Indian dessert made with grated carrots, milk, sugar, and ghee (clarified butter). Here's a recipe for making Gajar ka Halwa:

Ingredients:

• 1 kg grated carrots
• 1 liter full-fat milk
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup ghee
• 1/2 cup chopped cashews and almonds
• 1 tsp cardamom powder

Instructions:

1. Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan and add the grated carrots. Mix well and cook on medium heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Add milk to the pan and cook on low heat until the milk has been absorbed by the carrots. Keep stirring occasionally to avoid burning the mixture.
3. Add sugar to the pan and continue cooking on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture thickens.
4. Add chopped nuts and cardamom powder to the pan and mix well.
5. Cook the halwa on low heat for another 10-15 minutes until the ghee starts to separate from the mixture and the halwa turns golden brown in color.
6. Serve hot or cold, garnished with more chopped nuts if desired.

Enjoy your delicious homemade Gajar ka Halwa!

Indian Desserts

How to make Gulab Jamun

Gulab Jamun is a popular dessert in India and other parts of South Asia. It is a fried dough ball soaked in a sweet syrup. Here's a recipe for making Gulab Jamun at home:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup milk powder
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter), melted
• 3-4 tablespoons milk, or as needed to make a dough
• Oil or ghee, for frying
• For the syrup:
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
• 1 tablespoon rose water (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the milk powder, all-purpose flour, and baking powder.
2. Add the melted ghee to the bowl and mix until crumbly.
3. Add milk, a tablespoon at a time, and knead to make a smooth, soft dough. The dough should be slightly sticky but not too wet.
4. Divide the dough into small equal-sized balls and roll them between your palms until smooth. Make sure there are no cracks on the surface.
5. Heat the oil or ghee in a deep frying pan on medium-low heat. Test the temperature by dropping a small piece of dough into the oil. If it sizzles and rises to the surface, the oil is ready.
6. Add the balls to the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
7. In a separate saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and cardamom powder. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook until the sugar has dissolved and the syrup has thickened slightly.
8. Remove the syrup from heat and stir in the rose water, if using.
9. Add the fried Gulab Jamun balls to the hot syrup, making sure they are fully submerged. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes to an hour, or until they have absorbed enough syrup and are soft and spongy.
10. Serve warm or cold, garnished with chopped nuts or rose petals, if desired.

Enjoy your homemade Gulab Jamun!

How to make Butter Chicken

Make Butter Chicken.

Butter chicken is a popular Indian dish made with marinated chicken cooked in a creamy tomato-based sauce. Here's a recipe to make butter chicken at home:

Ingredients:

For the marinade:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the sauce:

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, paprika, and salt. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
2. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
3. While the chicken is cooking, heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute.
4. Add the tomato paste and stir to combine. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
5. Remove the skillet from the heat and use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a blender to puree the sauce until smooth.
6. Return the skillet to the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for another 5 minutes.
7. Add the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat in the sauce. Cook for another 5-10 minutes or until the chicken is heated through.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with rice or naan bread.

Enjoy your homemade butter chicken!

Aloo Paratha Recipe

How to make delicious Aloo Paratha

Aloo paratha is a popular Indian flatbread stuffed with spiced mashed potatoes. Here is a recipe for making delicious aloo paratha:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 cup mashed potatoes
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp coriander powder
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• Salt, to taste
• Water, as needed
• Ghee or oil, for cooking

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, and enough water to make a soft dough. Knead the dough for a few minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Cover the dough and let it rest for at least 10-15 minutes.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the mashed potatoes, cumin seeds, red chili powder, garam masala, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
3. Divide the dough into equal-sized balls. Roll out each ball into a small circle using a rolling pin.
4. Place a spoonful of the potato filling in the center of the dough circle. Bring the edges of the dough together and seal the filling inside. Flatten the ball slightly.
5. Dust the stuffed ball with some flour and roll it out gently into a circle, around 6-7 inches in diameter.
6. Heat a tawa or griddle on medium heat. Place the rolled-out paratha on the hot griddle. Cook for a minute or until the surface starts to bubble.
7. Flip the paratha over and cook for another minute. Spread some ghee or oil on the surface and flip again. Cook until both sides are golden brown.
8. Repeat the process with the remaining dough and filling to make more parathas.
9. Serve hot with some yogurt, pickle, or chutney.

Enjoy your delicious homemade aloo parathas!

How to Make Parathas

 Paratha recipe in 14 steps

Parathas are a popular flatbread in South Asian cuisine that can be made plain or stuffed with various fillings. Here is a basic recipe for making plain parathas:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of whole wheat flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp sugar
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3/4 cup warm water
• additional flour for dusting

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar.
2. Add the vegetable oil and mix until the flour mixture is crumbly.
3. Gradually add the warm water and mix until the dough comes together.
4. Knead the dough for about 5-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
5. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 15 minutes.
6. Divide the dough into equal-sized balls, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
7. Roll out each ball into a flat disc about 1/4 inch thick.
8. Heat a skillet or a tawa over medium-high heat.
9. Place one paratha on the hot skillet and cook for about 30 seconds.
10. Flip the paratha over and brush some oil on top.
11. Cook for another 30 seconds, then flip the paratha again and brush oil on the other side.
12. Continue cooking and flipping the paratha until it is golden brown on both sides and cooked through.
13. Repeat the process with the remaining parathas.
14. Serve hot with your favorite curry or chutney.

Note: - To make stuffed parathas, simply place the desired filling (such as spiced potatoes or cheese) in the center of the rolled-out dough, then fold the dough around the filling and roll out again before cooking on the skillet.

How to make Mix Dal

How to make Mix Dal

Mixed Dal is a dish made with a combination of different types of lentils. Here's a recipe to make Mix Dal:

Ingredients

• 1 cup mixed lentils (moong dal, toor dal, chana dal, urad dal, masoor dal)
• 3 cups water
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 2 tablespoons ghee or oil
• Salt to taste
• Chopped coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Rinse the mixed lentils in water until the water runs clear. Soak them in water for about 30 minutes.
2. In a pressure cooker or a large pot, add the soaked lentils, water, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. Pressure cook the lentils for about 3 to 4 whistles or until the lentils are soft and mushy. If using a pot, cook the lentils for about 30 to 40 minutes or until they are soft and cooked.
4. In a pan, heat ghee or oil. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Add coriander powder, red chili powder, and garam masala. Fry for a few seconds until fragrant.
5. Add the cooked lentils to the pan with the spices. Mix well and let it simmer for 5 to 10 minutes on low heat.
6. Adjust salt and spices to taste. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.  

Serve hot with rice or roti.

How to make Palak Paneer

Palak Paneer

Palak paneer is a popular vegetarian dish from North India, made with spinach and paneer (Indian cottage cheese). Here's a recipe to make palak paneer at home:

Ingredients:

• 500g spinach leaves, washed and chopped
• 250g paneer, cubed
• 2 medium-sized onions, finely chopped
• 2 medium-sized tomatoes, finely chopped
• 2-3 green chillies, finely chopped (optional)
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp red chilli powder (optional)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream or cashew cream (optional)
• 2-3 tbsp ghee or oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat ghee or oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter for a few seconds.
2. Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell goes away.
3. Add chopped tomatoes and green chillies (if using). Sauté until the tomatoes become soft and mushy.
4. Add coriander powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, and red chilli powder (if using). Mix well and sauté for a minute.
5. Add chopped spinach leaves and mix well. Sauté for a few minutes until the spinach leaves wilt and become soft.
6. Let the mixture cool down and blend it to a smooth puree.
7. Heat the same pan over medium heat. Add the spinach puree and bring it to a boil.
8. Add cubed paneer and mix well. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the paneer is cooked and the gravy thickens.
9. Add heavy cream or cashew cream (if using) and mix well. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
10. Adjust salt and spices to taste. Serve hot with roti, naan, or rice.

Enjoy your homemade Palak Paneer

Low Calorie Breakfast Indian Moong Dal Chilla Recipe.

Moong Dal Chilla Recipe.

Moong dal chilla is a popular and delicious dish in Indian cuisine, made from moong dal (split green gram). Here is a simple recipe to make delicious moong dal chilla:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup moong dal (split green gram)
• 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 tomato, finely chopped
• 1/2 inch ginger, grated
• 1 green chilli, finely chopped
• 1/4 tsp cumin powder
• Salt to taste
• Oil for cooking

Instructions:

1. Soak the moong dal in water for at least 2-3 hours, or overnight. Drain the water and rinse the dal well.
2. Add the soaked moong dal, ginger, and green chilli to a blender and grind to a smooth paste. You may need to add a little water to help with the blending process.
3. Transfer the moong dal paste to a bowl and add chopped onion, tomato, cumin powder, and salt. Mix well.
4. Heat a non-stick pan on medium heat and grease it with a little oil.
5. Pour a ladleful of the moong dal mixture onto the pan and spread it out evenly to form a thin pancake-like chilla.
6. Cook for 2-3 minutes on medium heat until the underside turns golden brown and the top begins to dry out.
7. Flip the chilla and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
8. Remove from the pan and repeat the process with the remaining batter.
9. Serve hot with your favorite chutney or sauce.

Enjoy your delicious and healthy moong dal chilla!

Low Calorie Breakfast Indian Poha

POHA

Delicious Poha Recipe

Poha is a popular Indian breakfast dish made with flattened rice, vegetables, and spices. Here's a recipe for making delicious poha:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of flattened rice (poha)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 potato, chopped
• 1 green chili, chopped
• 1/4 cup of peanuts
• 1/2 teaspoon of mustard seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder
• 1/4 teaspoon of red chili powder
• Salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon of oil
• Coriander leaves for garnish
• Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions:

1. Rinse the poha in cold water for a minute, drain the water and set it aside to soften.
2. In a pan, heat the oil and add the mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
3. Add the chopped onion, green chili and sauté for a minute.
4. Add the chopped potato and peanuts and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the potato is cooked.
5. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
6. Add the softened poha and mix well until everything is well combined. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
7. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve with lemon wedges.

Your delicious poha is ready to serve! Enjoy it as a healthy and satisfying breakfast or snack

Low Calorie Breakfast Indian Omelette

Vegetable Omelette:

Necessary Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup chopped mixed vegetables (onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, etc.)
• 1/2 tsp oil
• Salt and pepper to tastejh

Directions:

1. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped vegetables and sauté for 2-3 minutes or until tender.
4. Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the bottom is set.
5. Carefully flip the omelette over and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes or until fully cooked.
6. Serve hot with a side of sliced tomatoes or a small bowl of mixed fruit.

This omelette is high in protein and packed with veggies, making it a healthy and low-calorie breakfast option.

Tasty Moong Dal Recipe

How to make delicious moong dal

Moong dal, also known as mung bean, is a popular legume in Indian cuisine and is used to make a variety of dishes. Here is a recipe for making delicious moong dal:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup moong dal (mung beans)
• 3 cups water
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tbsp ghee or oil
• 1/2 tsp asafoetida (hing)
• Salt, to taste
• 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves (cilantro), for garnish

Instructions:

1. Rinse the moong dal in cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the dal for 30 minutes.
2. Drain the soaked dal and transfer it to a pressure cooker or a pot with 3 cups of water.
3. Add turmeric powder and salt to the dal and mix well.
4. Pressure cook the dal for 3-4 whistles or boil it in a pot until it becomes soft and cooked through.
5. In a separate pan, heat ghee or oil over medium heat.
6. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Then add asafoetida and stir for a few seconds.
7. Add coriander powder and red chili powder to the pan and stir for a few seconds.
8. Pour the spiced oil mixture over the cooked dal and mix well.
9. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.

Tasty and digestive moong dal is ready Enjoy your delicious moong dal!