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Ingredient: Pistachio

  • Sahlab

    Sahlab

    Sahlab, a creamy and comforting Middle Eastern beverage, is perfect for cold nights or when you crave something warm and sweet. Made with milk, sugar, and a thickening agent like ground orchid root or cornstarch, this drink is flavored with subtle hints of vanilla and rose water. Garnished with nuts and cinnamon, Sahlab is not only delicious but also has a rich cultural history, often associated with warmth and hospitality.

    Serve Sahlab immediately for a warming, indulgent treat that feels like a hug in a cup!

    Here’s the recipe for Warming and Creamy Sahlab;

     

    Directions:

    • In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in ½ cup of cold milk until smooth.
    • Heat the remaining milk in a saucepan over medium heat. 
    • Stir in sugar and vanilla extract.
    • Gradually add the dissolved cornstarch to the warm milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
    • Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
    • Remove from heat and add rose water if desired.
    • Pour into cups, sprinkle with cinnamon, and garnish with pistachios.
  • 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!

  • Custard Badam Sharbat

    Custard Badam Sharbat

    Custard Badam Sharbat is a delightful and refreshing drink that combines the richness of custard with the goodness of almonds (badam), making it a perfect choice for Ramadan iftar gatherings. This unique drink offers a creamy texture along with the nutty flavor of almonds, creating a satisfying beverage for breaking the fast.

    Here’s a new nourishing Custard Badam Sharbat recipe for you;

     

    Directions:

    • In a grinder, add almonds, and water and grind well to make a paste & set aside.
    • In a wok, add milk, bring it to a boil, and keep mixing in between.
    • Add almond paste and mix well.
    • Add almonds, and pistachios, mix well, and cook on low flame for 2-3 minutes.
    • Add qarshi ilacheen, mix well, cook on low flame for 4-5 minutes & keep mixing in between.
    • In a bowl, add custard powder, and milk and whisk well.
    • Gradually add dissolved custard, mix continuously, and cook until thickens (approx. 2-3 minutes).
    • Let it cool.
    • In a glass, add basil seeds, and water, mix well, and soak for 10-15 minutes.
    • In a jug, add ice cubes, soaked basil seeds, prepared sharbat, and mix well.
    • In serving glass, add ice cubes, sharbat & serve!
  • Kashmiri Chai\Pink Tea

    Kashmiri Chai\Pink Tea

    Kashmiri Chai, also known as Pink Tea, is a traditional beverage originating from the picturesque region of Kashmir located in northern Pakistan. This aromatic and delicately flavored tea is renowned for its beautiful pink hue and rich, creamy texture, nutty and a bit salty. It’s so satisfying and warm during these cold, windy winter nights.

    Here’s a unique recipe to make Kashmiri Chai at home;

     

    Directions:

    • Pour 4 cups of water into a kettle/pan.
    • Add all the above ingredients and bring to a boil.
    • Let simmer for 30 mins.
    • Add 2 cups of cold water.
    • Take a ladle and start spooning the tea for 10 minutes. (beating or spooning the tea introduces air, which gives the tea its luscious pink color)
    • Let simmer for 5 mins.
    • Strain and set aside.
    • Can be stored in the refrigerator for 8-10 days.
    • Pour milk into a pan/kettle.
    • Add sugar and bring to a boil.
    • Add 1/3 cup of prepared tea mix in boiling milk. (or as required).
    • Add 2 tsp of crushed almonds and pistachios.
    • Pour into cups.       
    • Sprinkle some more crushed almonds and pistachios.
    • Enjoy hot
  • Om Ali

    Om Ali

    A grand deluxe Egyptian dessert is a unique bread pudding made from flaky pastries. This traditional Egyptian delicacy has been passed down through generations and is prepared by layering flaky pastry sheets, nuts, and creamy sweetened milk. This regal and delightful dessert is an indulgence fit for royalty.

    Here’s the recipe for this super indulgent and heavenly Egyptian dessert;

     

    Direction

    • Grease the baking tray with melted butter.
    • Place puff pastry and brush with melted butter.
    • Bake in a preheated oven at 180 C for 15 minutes.
    • Let it cool.
    • In a pot, add milk, cream, sugar, and cardamom.
    • Whisk well and bring to a boil while stirring continuously.
    • Set aside.
    • Break the puff pastry into pieces.
    • In a separate baking dish add puff pastries.
    • Sprinkle nuts, sesame seeds, and coconut over pastries.
    • Pour boiled over the pastries and nuts.
    • Bake in a preheated oven at 180 C for 20 minutes.
    • Garnish with almonds and walnuts.
    • Enjoy!
  • Chocolate Samosa

    Chocolate Samosa

    If you are a chocolate lover then you would agree that there isn’t anything better than chocolate. But have you ever thought of adding your favorite chocolate to your Samosa?

    Well, if not then it’s time to make your all-time favorite samosa with a delicious chocolate filling. Prepare Chocolate Samosa as a dessert or as a sweet snack and surprise your family and guests. This is filled with delicious milky smooth chocolate and dry fruits, deep fried till crispy and served hot with whipped cream.

    Here’s the recipe for these easy to make yummilicious Chocolate Samosa;

    Method

    • In a bowl, add grated chocolate and nuts.
    • Mix well gently.
    • Stuff samosa sheets with chocolate mixture.
    • Fold into a triangular shape.
    • Heat ghee/oil on medium flame.
    • Gently add samosas in hot ghee/oil.
    • Fry until golden in color.
    • Serve with whipped cream.