Aamrakhand

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 6/15/2013 2:18:00 PM

'Aamrakhand is a traditional dessert from the states of Maharashtra and Gujarat. It can be made from the ingredients easily available at home. This dish is generally served with Puris.Servings:2 peopleTime: 25-30 minutes (Pre-preparation time - 6-8 hours)Ingredients:1 cup Thick Hung Curds (Chakka)1 cup Fresh Mango Pulp (Alphanso)1/2 cup powdered Sugar1/4 tspn Cardamom Powder15-16 Saffron strands (soaked in milk)For Garnishing:Pistachio flakesMango PiecesSaffron strandsPre-prepar(...)'

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Watermelon Cold Soup

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 6/8/2013 8:17:00 AM

'Watermelon Cold Soup is a quick ten minute recipe. This can be served as an appetizer before meals.Yield: 1 ServingApprox. time: 10 min.Ingredients:1 Bowl Water melon Pieces1/4 tspn Pepper Powder1/2 tspn Ginger Paste1/2 Chopped Green Chilly1 tbspn Honey1 tspn Tobasco SauceSalt to taste2-3 Mint leavesMethod:Take Water-melon pieces in a blender and blend it. Pass the mixture through a Siever. Then add all the balance ingredients and mix. Refrigerate it for an hour. Serve Chilled.Note:(...)'

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Thai Sticky Rice Mango Pudding

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 6/1/2013 5:38:00 PM

'During my childhood days, I heard that Brahmins from Konkan region of Maharashtra used to eat Aamras-Bhaat, i.e. Mango Pulp with Cooked rice. This seemed like a very unusual combination to me. But when I recently visited Tamnak Thai Restaurant in Mumbai, I tasted this recipe and to my surprise, I liked it. I tried this at home and it turned out well. This is an extremely easy and quick recipe that looks like a Five Star Recipe.Servings: 4 peopleTime: Approx. 45 minIngredients:1 cup (...)'

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Mattha

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 5/22/2013 6:27:00 AM

'Mattha (spiced butter milk) is a traditional Maharashtrian drink traditionaly served with Jalebis. It can also be served as an appetizer as it is good for digestion.Yield: Approx. 6 small glassesPreparation Time: Approx. 10 minutesIngredients:2 cups Curds1 tspn Ginger paste1-2 chopped Green Chilles / paste1 tspn Cumin powderSalt to taste1 Glass water2-3 tbspns chopped Coriander leavesFor Garnishing:Chopped Coriander leavesMethod:Take curds in a mixing bowl. Add Ginger paste, chopped(...)'

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Piyush

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 5/18/2013 5:19:00 PM

'Piyush brings back lot of my childhood memories. It reminds me of a small restaurant called 'Prakash' at Charni Road, which serves the most delicious and best Piyush in the city. Seeing my craze for the drink and to discourage me from indulging in drinking Piyush, my grandmother used to tell me that Piyush is made from the water used to wash leftover Shrikhand utensils. But after few years, I realized that Piyush is actually made from leftover Shrikhand. Butter milk and nu(...)'

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Khubani Shahi Tukda

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 5/13/2013 12:55:00 PM

'After receiving an overwhelming response for the Paneer Tikka Dum Biryani recipe, I decided to make this Hyderabadi Sweet dish that can be served as Dessert after having Biryani. This is a fusion recipe of Khubbani ka Meetha and Shahi Tukda. Both these sweet dishes belong to Nawabi Cuisine and are very rich. I am confident that you and your guests will love this fusion recipe.Servings: 3-4 peopleApprox Time: 45 min - 1  hourIngredients:For Apricot Stuffing:½ cup Sweetened Apric(...)'

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Paneer Tikka Biryani

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 4/27/2013 12:40:00 PM

'Paneer Tikka  Biryani is one of the longest dish that I have made till date. This is a combination of Paneer Tikka, Jeera Rice and Paneer Tikka Masala topped with Brown Onions, Mint leaves and fried Cashews. Yield: 3-4 peopleApprox. Time: 1.5 to 2 hoursIngredients:For Flavored Rice:1 cup Basmati Rice2 cups WaterSalt to taste1 tspn Ghee1 No. Javitri (Mace)1 Bay Leaf3-4 PeppercornsFor Jeera Rice:1 cup Basmati Rice2 cups WaterSalt to taste1 tspn Ghee1 tbsp(...)'

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Birasta

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 4/27/2013 12:32:00 PM

'Birasta means brown onions. It is an important ingredient used in many type of Biryani to enhance the flavor. The method I have given is traditional method of making Birasta.Ingredients:OnionsOil for fryingA pinch of salt Method:Chop Onions into thin slices ad dry them in the sun for consecutive 3 days till the moisture evaporates and the onions become dry. Then heat Oil in a frying pan on high flame. Once the oil is heated, lower the flame and put onions in the Oil. After(...)'

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Mango Phirni

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 4/21/2013 5:22:00 PM

'Phirni is a dessert from North India and is similar to Kheer. Now a days, Phirni is also available in various flavours like Saffron, Mango, Qhubani etc. On the onset of mango season in India, I decided to try Mango Phirni as a tribute to one of the most favourite fruit in India. Mango Phirni is a perfect Dessert for mini parties that can be prepared a day in advance. Yield:16-18 shot glassesApprox. Time:15-20 minutes plus cooling timeIngredients:For Mango PhirniHalf litre (...)'

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Salad Juliennes in Solkadhi Dressing

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 4/14/2013 3:12:00 PM

'I tasted the recipe Salad Juliennes in Solkadhi dressing at my wife's cousin's wedding reception. I have attempted to replicate the flavours as much as possible. This dish has a very unique presentation of raw salads as against the routine presentation of in sliced form. The combination with Solkadhi gives it an unique and tangy flavour. Servings: 4-6 servingsApprox. Time: 15 minutesIngredients:1 white Raddish1 Carrot1 Cucumber1/2 lemon juice1/2 tspn Pepper PowderSalt to tasteF(...)'

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Tarkari Padartha

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 4/11/2013 5:13:00 PM

'Tarkari Padartha is a Mangalorean preparation of vegetables in Cashews and Tomatoes puree finished with Coconut milk. The vegetables used in this dish are smoked giving it different flavour altogether. It can be served with steamed rice or Appams. This being a no onion and no garlic dish, best suited for Jains also. Servings: 4 people (along with main course)Approx. Time: 45 minutesIngredients:For Tarkari Padartha:1/2 cup chopped French Beans1/2 cup Green Peas1/2 cup (...)'

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Elaneer Payasam

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 4/6/2013 6:13:00 PM

'Elaneer means Tender Coconut. Elaneer Payasam is a traditional sweet / dessert from South India. I had this first at a South Indian Restaurant and since then I was after the recipe. Finally I made this by reading almost 15-20 recipes. Elaneer Payasam is a very simple and quick recipe, yet very delicious. It can also prove to be a classy and elegant addition to your party menu.Servings: 4 peopleApprox. Time: 15 minIngredients:1 cup Tender Coconut Pulp (Coconut Malai)1 glass(...)'

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Sultani Dal

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 4/3/2013 6:21:00 PM

'Avadhi Cuisine comes from the city of Nawabs (Lucknow). This cuisine is famous for its distinctly aromatic and flavourful dishes. Sultani Dal is also a very popular dal from Awadhi Cuisine. Use of Cream and aromatic spices make this dish truly Nawabi.The original dal has Yogurt and other spices that are rarely known. Hence Garam Masala has been added to this version of Sultani Dal. Yield: Approx 2-3 people (along with main course)Approx. Time: 30 minIngredients:For Dal:1 cup Tu(...)'

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Broccoli Almond Soup

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 3/27/2013 3:32:00 PM

'Broccoli -Almond Soup is a rich and creamy Soup with a wonderful flavor and hidden health benefits. Its perfect for party menu and surely will be a hit on any occasion.  Servings: 2-3 peopleApprox. Time: 30 minPre-preparation:Soak 3/4 cup of Almonds in water for 5-6 hours. Remove the peel and grind it into a smooth paste.Ingredients:1 tspns Butter1 Nos. roughly chopped Onion2 cups Broccoli florets Almond paste  (as above)2 glasses water1 slice of Bread1 cup Milk&(...)'

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Carrot Puri

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 3/22/2013 10:55:00 AM

'Carrot Puris serve as a good option for tea time snacks and can be given in kid's tiffin. These puris can be preserved for 2-3 days. Yield: 10-12 PurisApprox. Time: 30 minIngredients:1/4 cup Wheat Flour 1/4 cup Corn Flour 1/4 cup Chickpea flour (Besan)1/4 cup Grated Carrots2 tspn Oil1 tspn Curd1/2 tspn Ginger Paste1/2 tspn Green chilly paste1/2 tspn Garam Masala1 tspn Sugar1 tspn Red chilly powder1 tspn Seasme Seeds1/2 tspn Cumin-Coriander powder1/2 tspn Tur(...)'

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Creamy Carrot Soup

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 3/17/2013 1:55:00 PM

'Creamy Carrot Soup is a restaurant style thick and creamy soup. The texture and flavour of the soup leave a lingering taste for a long time. This dish is bound to be a hit among young and old.Yield: 2 peopleApprox. Time: 30 minutesIngredients:2 tspns Butter2 Nos. roughly chopped Onions1 Bay Leaf1 cup grated Carrot2 glasses water2 slices of Bread1 cup Milk 2 tbspns grated Carrots (sauteed in butter)1/2 tspn White Pepper powder1 tbspn Cheese Spread1/4 tspn Chilli flakes1 tbspn Fr(...)'

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Tava Pualo

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 3/15/2013 5:18:00 AM

'Tava Pulao is a rice-variation of Mumbai's famous street food, Pav-Bhaji. This Pulao is made on a large griddle (Tava), by mixing cooked rice grains with Pav Bhaji. Because of the use of griddle or Tava, this dish is  called 'Tava Pulao'. Pav Bhaji lovers will definitely love this spicy and tasty rice preparation.   Servings: Approx. 2-3 peopleTime: Approx. 40 minutes (including preparation)Ingredients:For the Paste:15-18 Red chillies   7-8 Garlic cloves  (...)'

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Oats Uthappam

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 3/12/2013 8:14:00 AM

'Even though Oats are very good for health, not everyone likes to eat it in the form of porridge. So my mom tried this savory dish with Oats and was a big hit at home. This dish proves as healthy breakfast item and is good for diabetic patients. This has been made more healthier by using Fortune Rice Bran Health Oil.Servings: 5-6 Nos. Preparation time: Approx. 30 minutesIngredients:For Oats Uthappam:1 cup Instant Oats1/4 cup Split Black Gram (Urad Dal)1/4 tspn fenugreek see(...)'

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Apple Tomato Shorba

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 3/9/2013 4:02:00 PM

'Since many days I had a wish to make Jain dishes and finally I got a chance to make it. Shorba is a Hyderabadi / Mughlai dish and generally is made by using onions / garlic. However, this version of Shorba is without adding onion / garlic. (Ginger has been used, but even skipping it does not make much difference). Adding apple gives a sweet and tangy twist to this Shorba. Servings: 2-3 PeopleApprox Time: 30 minutes Ingredients:1 large Apple8 medium sized Tomatoes2 tbspns G(...)'

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Smoked Garlic Khichdi

Author : Amarendra      Blog : AMU'S RECIPES      Date : 2/27/2013 1:43:00 PM

'A twist to the traditional Khichdi by giving it a smoked flavour and it tastes just awesome. However, you cannot reduce the quantity of Ghee in this. Initially, I made this khichdi with a tablespoon of ghee. However, it did not generated the desired result, and I had to use additional ghee. (In the stepwise pictures, you will find that only a tablespoon of Ghee has been used)Servings : Approx. 2 peopleIngredients: For Khichdi :1 cup Rice1/2 cup Tuvar Dal (Piegon Pea)3 cups Wate(...)'

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