Monthly Archives: August 2010

Tandoori Chicken

This is one dish which does not need any introduction.The most popular dish from the Indian subcontinent which is relished the world over. Tandoori chicken is known for its vibrant orange color, the aromatic spices and the tender texture of … Continue reading

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No Oil Paneer Bhurji/Crumbled Indian Cottage Cheese (Savoury)

Okay …first things first …I love deep-fried stuff , rich gravies , creamy curries , sweets…who dosent?But only sometimes! Maybe once a week or so. Deep fired stuff is comforting ..its tasty & satisfies you afterall.But gives you bulging equator … Continue reading

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A Rustic Dinner with Chausela/Chickpea flour flatbread

What do you do when you have had a surprisingly disappointing breakfast of gooey, overly sweet & calorie laden pancakes at iHOP ?How ? Because you were too lazy to get up early & cook breakfast in the morning! And … Continue reading

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Apricot Cookies

On one of our lazy post dinner evenings on the couch ,we caught Carrie & Miranda eating Oreo cookies with milk at midnight on Sex and the City.Damn, it was so tempting!!! Now,strangely enough ,both me and the husband are not … Continue reading

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Mutton Biryani

Biryani is a rich, exotic rice based dish traditionally prepared with basmati rice, spices and meat,eggs or vegetables.Originated in Persia, biryani took couple of routes to reach India, popular legends says it to be brought to Indian subcontinent by muslim … Continue reading

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Hari Mirch Ka Achaar/Green Chilli Pickle-North Indian Style

Sometimes I wonder why we Indians put so much effort in cooking food? I mean why can’t we have super quick food like veggies with dips or burgers with BLT or pickles with just vinegar & salt….I mean why for … Continue reading

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Happy Rakhi with Sweet Seviyan/Vermicelli

Today on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan,I really miss my younger brother & sisters.Being so far away from home is difficult on such festivals when you miss the fun of being surrounded by people, loads of chattering, poojas and feasts.Since … Continue reading

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Choco-Hazelnut Gelato

A low-fat, quick, eggless gelato treat with hazelnut to cater to the sweet tooth! Gelato is an italian cousin of the good ol ice-cream sans the butter fat! It has about 6 % less butterfat than all its cousins the … Continue reading

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Lucknawi Shaami Kebabs

Lucknow, the city of nawabs is my favourite city in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.A vibrant city bustling with the heavenly taste of  awadhi cuisine, the undercurrents of nawabi hospitality showcased in the way people talk and behave, makes it … Continue reading

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Shrimp Tacos

I have already professed my love for shrimp on this blog in my previous post..so i won’t ramble the same things again.Today I m gonna profess my love for mexican food.Okay first things first..I like all kinda mexican food ..of … Continue reading

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