I hope you enjoy this recently uploaded video on how to prepare Pav-Bhaji! “Pav” ( small loaf of bread) Bhaji (veggies)” is a popular form of Indian fast food sold on street corners and restaurants alike. Delicious, cheap and easy-to-put together pav-bhaji is served with buttered bread hot off the stove. I am yet to meet a person who is not fond of this famous street food from India. Pav-bhaji is basically a thick potato-based mixture (tomatoes, green peas, carrots, cauliflower and capsicum) prepared on a flat griddle. A special masala called pav-bhaji masala is added to this with a dollop of butter on top. The mixture is garnished with chopped cilantro and onions flavored with lemon juice. . . . CLICK TO READ MORE
Aaloo Tikkis – Makes 12 Tikkis“Aaloo Tikkis” are a versatile and delicious appetizer that you can serve at any time – as an afternoon snack with tea, as an after school snack for kids or, as with a bowl of piping hot lentils and rice. First, potatoes are boiled, peeled and mashed to make a smooth, creamy mixture. Then it’s seasoned with cumin seeds, fresh cilantro, green chillies, and bread is added as a binder so that, when they are deep fried they hold their shape and are crispy on the outside and taste creamy on the inside. I like to serve these tikkis with home made green chutney or tomato ketchup. Hope you enjoy it! Ingredients: 2 medium sized . . . CLICK TO READ MORE
“Baigan-aloo” (serves 2) I was on a mission to clean out my refrigerator the other day when I remembered the half-eggplant just sitting there. I had used the the other half to prepare a chicken-lentil dish known as known as “Daal-Ghosht” (more on this yummy recipe in an upcoming post I promise!). Cooking half an eggplant was not nearly going to be enough for all of us. Going through my recipes, I came across a recipe for “Baigan-Aloo” (“eggplant-and-potatoes”). The recipe looked easy enough – cube eggplant, potatoes and deep fry. At the end, add basic dry spice powders like coriander, cumin,turmeric, red chilly powder, and dry mango powder. Who doesn’t love deep fried potatoes? I am so glad . . . CLICK TO READ MORE
Zuppa Toscano Soup – Serves 6 After 3 straight dessert posts, it’s time for something a little more hearty and healthy. This recipe is for “Zuppa Toscano” soup made with Italian sausage, potatoes, onions, chicken broth, kale and a little cream. If the name “Zuppa Tuscano” sounds familiar it’s because you’ve probably seen it on the Olive Garden restaurant menu! Now that I’ve discovered the right recipe, I can finally enjoy this tasty soup anytime I like in the comfort of my home. I came across the recipe at my local “Publix” supermarket as part of their “Publix Apron Simple Meal” program. The goal of the program is to highlight simple yet delicious recipes designed to make meal-time stress free for . . . CLICK TO READ MORE
“Poori-bhaji” or puffed Indian bread with potatoes is a very popular Indian hot-breakfast meal. It is as staple as rice and lentils in many Indian households. “Poori” is yet another version of Indian bread made from dough consisting of whole wheat flour, semolina, a pinch of sugar and salt for taste. The dough is rolled into small circles and deep fried in oil. While frying, the “poori” puffs up and this is its defining characteristic. “Bhaji” or vegetables, in this case, is generally boiled potatoes and spices. Note: This dish does use a lot of oil. The potatoes tend to absorb oil while cooking them. Ingredients for potatoes “bhaji” : Serves 4 5 potatoes – boiled ( I used “Yukon . . . CLICK TO READ MORE
I love making these tikkis as a healthy afternoon snack or appetizer with drinks. These tikkis or vegetable patties are made with left over Sai Bhaji. Sai bhaji is a delicious vegetable made with spinach, dill, tomatoes, carrots, potatoes and lentil. I dry the sai bhaji mixture by cooking it on medium flame in a saucepan or flat griddle. Then, add a pinch a garam masala powder and bread for binding. Make round patties and shallow fry. Serve hot and enjoy! Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups sai bhaji 6 slices bread, soaked in water and squeezed tightly to remove the water 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder 2- 3 tablespoons oil salt to taste Method: Heat the sai bhaji in a saucepan . . . CLICK TO READ MORE
Stuff these appetizing patties with ground chicken (or any other minced meat of your choice) into a potato ball. In Mumbai, we typically used either ground chicken or goat meat. I made a round of seventeen patties all of which were polished off by my husband and 6-year old over the course of the weekend. Preparation is simple if a little time-consuming. Cook the potatoes and ground meat separately along with some mild spices. Stuff the cooked meat into a mashed potato ball and deep fry. Make sure the the potato coating is well-sealed to ensure the patty stays whole while you fry them. Serve hot with green chutney or ketchup of your choice and enjoy! Ingredients: For the ground chicken: 1 . . . CLICK TO READ MORE
I cringed the first time I saw this dish (as a newly wed no less). I remember thinking, “What’s this green slush I have to eat?!” I did not want to make a fuss and quietly sat there and took a bite. OMG! I loved it! I could not believe how flavorful it was! Here’s the list of good stuff you’ll find in this delicious concoction - spinach, dill, tomatoes, egg plant, fenugreek and other vegetables along with lentil for a shot of protein. I could not stop telling my in-laws how much I loved this dish and that I had to make it for my dad and mom. “Sai-Bhaji” is a Sindhi (a community in India that’s taken their business . . . CLICK TO READ MORE
“Frankies” are another popular Indian street snack first introduced in Mumbai many, many years ago. It is similar to a “kati” roll and comprises egg-washed flat bread, chutney, spices, onions and any kind of meat and/or a mix of veggies. The “Frankie” is a great way to get a healthy serving of protein, carbs and vegetables all in one convenient, kid-friendly roll or snack wrap! I prefer Missoni tortillas or Malaysian “Kawan” brand rotis which are easily available at any Indian grocery store. You could also make Indian bread at home, but let me be honest, I am just too lazy to roll out “chappatis”. If you like, you can also skip the egg wash for the pure vegetarian experience. Ingredients: 4 . . . CLICK TO READ MORE
Traditional shepherd’s pie is made with ground beef or ground lamb, cooked with vegetables like carrots, peas and onions and then topped with creamy mashed potatoes. I have given this recipe an Indian twist by adding Indian spices like garam masala along with worcerstershire sauce, making it a fusion dish. I use ground turkey (healthier option) and add vegetables like peas and onions and pasta(!) topping it with mashed potatoes. I was introduced to this dish by my aunt and was simply taken in by the complexity of flavors, a one pot dish that is enjoyed by the whole family! Ingredients for the turkey: 1.25 pounds of ground lean turkey 3/4 cup frozen green peas 3 medium sized onions chopped . . . CLICK TO READ MORE
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