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Ingredient: Cardamom Powder

  • Sabudana/Tapioca Pearls Drink

    Sabudana/Tapioca Pearls Drink

    Sabudana, also known as tapioca pearls, is a popular ingredient in various beverages and desserts due to its unique texture and cooling properties. This refreshing Sabudana drink is perfect for hot days or as a healthy drink anytime.

    This unique and cooling beverage is not only delicious but, also offers a delightful textural contrast, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.

    Here’s the recipe for a Healthy and Refreshing Sabudana/Tapioca Pearls Drink;

     

    Directions:

    • Rinse the sabudana under cold water until the water runs clear. 
    • Soak it in water for 2-3 hours or until the pearls are soft and translucent.
    • Drain the soaked sabudana and add it to a saucepan with 2 Cups of water. 
    • Cook over medium heat for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pearls are completely transparent and cooked. 
    • Drain and rinse under cold water. 
    • Set aside to cool.
    • In a saucepan boil 2 cups of water.
    • Put all the gelatin crystals of banana jelly from the packet into the saucepan and stir until the crystals dissolve completely.
    • Transfer the jelly to a container or flat dish and let it cool.
    •  Place the container in the refrigerator and let it chill until the jelly is firm and set.
    • Repeat the process for pineapple and strawberry jelly flavors and refrigerate them separately.
    • Cut the jellies into cubes with the help of a knife and set aside.
    • Combine the chilled milk, sugar, and cardamom powder in a jug. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
    • Divide the cooked Sabudana among serving glasses.
    • Add a tablespoon of rose syrup or Rooh Afza to each glass. 
    • Pour the prepared milk and jelly cubes over the sabudana mixture.
    • Add ice cubes if desired. 
    • Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Sabudana drink!
  • Chicken Biryani

    Chicken Biryani

    Chicken Biryani is one of the most favorite and loved dishes all around the World. This traditional Indo-Pak cuisine is prepared by layering the grain flavorsome rice with appetizingly rich spicy and savory chicken gravy.

    This super and scrumptious aromatic and mouth-watering Chicken Biryani makes a perfect feast for any occasion.

    Here’s the recipe for this incredibly Scrumptious and Mouth-Watering Chicken Biryani;

     

    Directions

    • Heat oil in a pan.
    • Fry onions to a crisp golden brown.
    • Remove from oil.
    • Reserve half for later use.
    • Blend the remaining half of the fried onions with tomatoes, green chilies, ginger garlic, mint, and coriander.
    • Marinate chicken pieces with yogurt, blended onion paste, salt, red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala, lemon juice, and 2 tbsp Of oil.
    • Set aside for 3-4 hours.
    • Soak saffron in milk.
    • Set aside for later use.
    • Boil water for rice.
    • Add salt, cumin, and whole garam masala.
    • Add soaked rice to boiling water.
    • Boil rice until 3\4th done.
    • Strain and set aside.
    • Heat 2 tbsp. ghee in a large skillet.
    • Transfer the marinated chicken to the skillet.
    • Sprinkle fried onions, chopped, coriander, and cardamom powder.
    • Now add the boiled rice layer on top of the chicken.
    • Pour the soaked saffron mixture and remaining ghee on the rice layer.
    • Cover the pan with a tight lid.
    • Let steam cook for 30-35 mins on low flame (or until chicken tenders).
    • Dish out and serve hot with raita.
  • Buttermilk/Lassi 4 ways

    Buttermilk/Lassi 4 ways

    Buttermilk is also known as Lassi or Chaas. It is a tangy, creamy beverage that adds a refreshing touch to you. These homemade buttermilk recipes are simple, and easy, requiring your mood-desiring ingredients and a few minutes of your time. Enjoy it as a standalone drink in a hot daytime or with your favorite meals.

    Try these easy homemade buttermilk recipes and elevate your culinary creations with its creamy, tangy goodness!

    Here are the recipes for 4 different Refreshing Buttermilk/Lassi;

     

    Directions:

    Dry Fruit Lassi

    In a frying pan, add cashew nuts, almonds, pistachios, and dry roast for 1-2 minutes & let them cool.

    In the spice mixer, add roasted nuts and grind to make a powder & set aside.

    In the grinder, add yogurt, ground nuts, dates (deseeded), raisins, salt, milk, ice cubes, and honey, and blend until well combined.

    Garnish & serve!

    Coconut & Oats Lassi

    In the grinder, add yogurt, coconut milk, instant oats, honey, and ice cubes, and blend until well combined.

    Garnish & serve!

    Mint Lassi

    In the grinder, add yogurt, mint leaves, cumin seeds, salt, ice cubes, milk, and honey, and blend until well combined.

    Garnish & serve!

    Banana & Dates Lassi

    In the grinder, add yogurt, banana, dates (deseeded), cardamom powder, ice cubes, and milk, and blend until well combined.

    Garnish & serve!

  • Gola Kabab

    Gola Kabab

    Gola Kabab is a delightful fusion of Middle Eastern and Indian flavors, featuring succulent minced meat spiced to perfection and molded onto skewers. These mouthwatering kababs are not only incredibly flavorful but also remarkably tender and juicy, making them an instant hit at any gathering or dinner table.

    This melt-in-mouth succulent and luscious Gola Kebabs are a popular Indo-Pak BBQ dish served with spicy, tangy chutneys and hot crisp puri parathas or chapatis.

    Here’s the recipe for these delicious and succulent Gola Kebabs;

     

    Directions

    • In a chopper, chop together 1/2 kg minced beef, fried onion, and 1 tsp raw papaya.
    • Chop well.
    • Mix in the rest of the ingredients.
    • Make round balls.
    • Heat oil in a pan and fry until done.
    • Or grill over coals.
    • Serve with chutney, crisp golden parathas, or naan.
  • Lamb Shank

    Lamb Shank

    A classic dish that never fails to impress with its succulent, tender meat and rich flavors. Slow-cooked to perfection, this recipe guarantees tender and falling-off-the-bone lamb shanks, infused with aromatic herbs and spices. Whether you’re hosting a special dinner or craving a hearty meal, this recipe is sure to satisfy your culinary desires.

    Here’s the recipe for this braised and super tender Lamb Shank;

     

    Directions

    • Season the shank with some salt and pepper.
    • In a large pan, fry each side of the shank until nicely golden brown.
    • Set aside.
    • Heat oil in a large pan.
    • Saute onions until translucent.
    • Add the rest of the ingredients.
    • Saute for a couple of mins.
    • Place the fried lamb shanks in the pan and add water.
    • Cover and let cook until meat tenders.
    • Serve with rice.