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Dry Lasun Khobra Chutney-Dry Lasun Chutney (Dry Garlic Coconut Chutney)

May 1, 2017 by Pranay Singh 1 Comment

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Chutney-the anglicized form of Hindi word chatni refers to relishes and condiments in Indian cooking. India, being such a vast country, diversity is a part of our lives and it has found its way into every aspect of our lives.

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Filed Under: Accompaniment, Lunch Box recipes, Maharashtrian Recipes, Veg Recipes

Aloo-Tamatar ka Pulao

April 17, 2017 by Pranay Singh Leave a Comment

Aloo Tamatar ka Pulao

Quite frequently, a recipe request that we often come across in the comment section of this website and on our YouTube channel is for a one-pot meal. Often, our viewers and readers are on lookout for such recipes that are not only quick to make but filling as well.

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Filed Under: Biryanis, Comfort Food, Lunch Box recipes, Ramadan recipes, Rice Preparations, Uttar Pradesh Recipes

South Indian Garlic Chutney

April 3, 2017 by Pranay Singh Leave a Comment

South Indian Garlic chutney

For few years now, it’s been our Saturday ritual to have our morning breakfast at one of the restaurants close-by that serves delicacies from Tamil Nadu.

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Filed Under: Accompaniment, Lunch Box recipes, Snacks/Breakfast Recipes, South Indian Delicacies

Rajasthani Aloo ka Bharta

February 20, 2017 by Pranay Singh 2 Comments

Aloo ka Bharta

Last weekend, I had a food craving, a rather innocuous craving for a simple meal. There is an air of strangeness to this phenomenon known as ‘craving’. At times, one would develop a sudden urge to have a multi course extravagant meal and on other days one would crave for a simpler meal affair.

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Filed Under: Comfort Food, Lunch Box recipes, Rajasthani Cuisine, Veg Recipes

Pav Bhaji/Bombay Pav Bhaji

February 10, 2017 by Pranay Singh Leave a Comment

Pav Bhaji

Last week we posted the preparation for Pav Bhaji Masala, an important ingredient for making Pav Bhaji at home.

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Filed Under: Lunch Box recipes, Maharashtrian Recipes, Veg Recipes

Jeera Aloo in Microwave

January 30, 2017 by Smita Singh 2 Comments

 

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Officially, India has no designated national vegetable. If there would have been any, my vote would go for Potato. Here is a guy, who is loved across the board. He is loved by vegetarians, non-vegetarians, and even those nasty kids who hate the sight of any vegetables in their dinner plates find themselves at peace with this ubiquitous veggie.

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Lemon Rice, How to make lemon rice, easy lemon rice

January 29, 2017 by Pranay Singh 1 Comment

Lemon rice, easy lemon rice

It’s Sunday again! The day I allow myself the luxury to be lazy. The day I want to get done with my lunch with not much fanfare. In short, it’s the day I go back to my list of comfort food and lemon rice sits right at top.

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Filed Under: Comfort Food, Lunch Box recipes, Rice Preparations, South Indian Delicacies, Veg Recipes

Peas Paneer Pulao

January 25, 2017 by Smita Singh Leave a Comment

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Historians are not very sure about the country of origin of Pilaf(Pulao). There are 2 counter theories about where Pilaf was originated, some say it was Persia and some believe it was in India. As per historical evidences, Rice was cultivated in India for thousands of years, but Persia started cultivating rice between 1000-500 BC.

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Cheese Omelette/ Cheese Masala Omelette

January 22, 2017 by Smita Singh Leave a Comment

Cheese Omlette

Dear readers, at my place a typical Sunday morning often witnesses me and Pranay getting involved in a rigorous brainstorming session over a cup of coffee. The agenda of our sessions is more often than not what we should be making for our Sunday morning breakfast.

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Filed Under: Comfort Food, Egg recipes, Lunch Box recipes, Snacks/Breakfast Recipes

Chole-Masala

January 21, 2017 by Smita Singh Leave a Comment

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We all have two choices, recall our sad moments and feel sad or recall our happy moments and feel sadder. I prefer the later one. “Chole Masala” makes me nostalgic. It reminds me of the best days of my life. Ironically, we realize the importance of these best moments only when they have passed.

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