ART OF COOKING - BY POONAM BINDRA

Well, we all know that Punjab is a land Of God and also food. North India is extremely popular for its amazing food. Starting from chaat, kulfi, chicken, fish, sweets, lassi and the story will never end. The most famous butter chicken is also an invention from Punjab. The amazing langar served to everyone, anytime you are in any Gurudwara is the most versatile thing, Guru ka Langar. Not only this, Punjab streets are famous for Parathas. There is a paratha wale Galli in Delhi which is a big foodie destination. Moving to the land Of Amritsar, where visitors worship the Golden Temple. The Guru ka Langar has no words and the Golden Temple is really a place not to miss. Coming on the streets, gain there is a lot to eat. This is a very special burger found on the streets of Amritsar, which I believe after seeing no one can resist. It’s yummy, delicious and leaves a taste behind. So let’s make this from my Gods land. Cooking time: 20 minutes Ori...

An Authentic Recipe from the city of Aurangabad. There is a very big history behind this recipe . Well this recipe comes from the time of Mohammed  Bin Tuglaq. This mutton speciality was originated those days for the soldiers and is only made in Aurangabad. This delicacy has spices and a special ingredient, Bhilawe ki Chiron. Let’s see this recipe !! Ingredients   1.5 kg mutton or spring lamb (preferably with fat and bone) 3 large onions, thinly sliced 2 tbsp ginger garlic paste 1 tbsp turmeric powder 1 tbsp cumin powder 1 tbsp coriander powder 1 tbsp red chilli powder 2 tbsp desiccated coconut 1 tbsp poppy seeds 2 cups of full-fat yoghurt, beaten 1 tbsp Homemade Garam Masala  3 tbsp Bhilawe ki Chironji  3 tbsp of Oil  Salt to taste 4-5 Green chilli for garnish A fresh sprig of coriander for garnish Method : Pan roast the coconut and poppy seeds. Then grind it into a thick paste. You can add a li...

Punjab, as we all know is the biggest foodie place. Not only the city serves food but also the people are a foodie. Patiala is one of the princely states of Punjab.  Being a Punjabi,  I have been eating all the Punjabi dishes since my childhood and I relish them today also. One such recipe is this Patiala chicken which is very easy to be cooked also and taste similar to butter chicken. So let's give our palette a new taste away from our old preparations. Happy cooking !!! Ingredients  1 cup cubed chicken or with bones  1/4 cup onion, chopped  1 tsp cumin seeds 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste  1 tbsp gram masala 1 cup tomato puree 1 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp red chili powder Salt to taste  2 tsp dried fenugreek leaves  2 tbsp fresh cream  1/4 cup grated cheese  2 tbsp oil or ghee  For garnishing  2 eggs  Salt and pepper  Fresh coriander leaves  Method: Firstly ...

Basically, it’s a dip with salad batons around !!  Mulberry, a fruit high in vitamin C and also has a lot of benefits.  It reduces the risk of heart diseases and also cleans the liver system. People with high creatine are recommended to eat this fruit. More than this fruit has an amazing taste. The sweet, tangy taste is difficult to be away from the palette. This fruit is mostly found in winters, so I believe we should consume as much as possible. This is my way of eating this fruit, in the form of dip which becomes a king for any party.                                                          #seasonalfruit #mulberrydip Ingredients  2 Cups Mulberry/ Shoot 1/2 Cup Sugar 1 tsp Oil 1/2 tsp fennel seeds 1/2 tsp Fennel Seeds Powder  A pinch of Nutmeg Salt as per taste  1/2 tsp ...

Mackerel, as we all know, is fresh fish which had maximum benefits for our body. It's high in omega 3 and 6 and also has many vitamin properties. Due to its thin flesh, it's preferred to be consumed on the same day of it fishing. Or else you should know how to refrigerate one. The fish is very flavorful and needs hardly any flavor to give a taste.  Fewer spices make it more delicious.  It is also recommended to patients who are suffering from cancer. Also for the ones who have a lot of hair issues.  Even the oil of this fish is used in many medicines.  It is also good for a healthy heart. This is a very simple recipe which is a speciality of Gis, Colva beach. It cooked on chulha which enhances the flavor of the fish. So let's start making one . Ingredients  5 Mackerel fish, head removed  Salt  7-8 whole red chilies 7-8 Tippal pepper 1-2 chopped onion 1 tbsp lemon juice  1 tsp green chili chopped...

Achaar is one of the staple dishes of India. No food is complete without pickle. Every community has a recipe for their pickle. Every state has a specialty of pickle. A plate without a pickle is like a dish without salt. I am personally a big fan of eating a pickle and I try every time something new. So let me share this recipe which comes from Punjab. Ingredients 500 gms Mutton, cut into pieces  Tempering  1/2 tsp Fenugreek seeds 1 tsp cumin seeds  1 tsp onion seeds 1 tsp fennel seeds 1/2 tsp carom seeds 1 tsp mustard seeds 4_5 dry red chilies  Other ingredients  3 sliced onion 1 tsp ginger chopped  11/2 tsp garlic chopped  1 cup yogurt 1 tbsp gram flour  11/2 tsp red chili powder  1 tsp turmeric powder  1 tsp coriander powder  Salt to taste  1 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp mustard oil  Coriander to garnish  Method : Wash the mutton and keep aside. Hea...

Quinoa is a tasty and flexible fixing and, if you like to cook foods it may interest you to know that it may be cooked through this method that is cooking. Although it is not grain quinoa may be substituted for any grain in recipes. This ingredient is full of fiber, iron, potassium, protein in addition to vitamins and other minerals its popularity that is latest. This harvest will grow in soil that is bad, in dry climates or in the mountains, which makes it an important staple in some areas. It's grown in South America and in the Colorado Rocky Mountains, though it originated from the Andes.  You may get it in health food shops and grocery stores . Is low in carbohydrates and high in protein? That's a slow cooker recipe, which is thought for anyone and vegetarians who love this ingredient. You may serve it on top with parmesan or seeds. What you will need: 2 diced potatoes 2 cups brown lentils 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 finely chopped cloves garlic 7 1\/2 cups wa...

Fried poultry and summer are an unbeatable pair. Regardless if you fry up a big batch for a family reunion or want to go beyond the grill for dinner , here's one of our favored fried poultry recipes along with a deliciously  selection of side dish recipes to accompany your deliciously fried bird. Serves 4 to 6 - Ingredients: 1 per  cut chicken - 1-1\/2 teaspoons salt - 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper - 1\/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper - 1 cup buttermilk, shaken well - 3 cups vegetable shortening - 3 cups all purpose flour - Directions: Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl and season with the salt, pepper, cayenne and toss to coat evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for one hour. Pour the buttermilk in a large bowl and transfer the poultry to the buttermilk, making certain all the pieces are coated. Heat the vegetable shortening in a large, deep frying pan to 350 degrees F. Place the flour in a large bowl. Remove the poultry from the buttermilk, lett...

Ready in about half a hour, the recipes in this meal program use simple ingredients and easy cooking methods to create amazingly flavorful, healthful dinners in a flash. With delicious summer ingredients, such as plump tomato, vibrant peppers and fresh, flavorful herbs, these dishes are ideal for a hot summer night. You'll be using the grill rather a little, which can help keep your kitchen cool and nice on those hot summer days. See More: Quick & Easy Summer Dinners - Day 1: Grilled Salmon with Cilantro Ginger Sauce - Prep time: 25 minutes - Ready in: 25 minutes - Grilled Salmon with Cilantro Ginger Sauce: Ginger, fish sauce and honey combine to create a delicious basting sauce in this easy grilled salmon recipe.  Look for Thai red chiles from the produce section of your grocery, or use a red or green jalapeo instead. Not only is this salmon dish tasty, in addition, it takes only 25 minutes to prepare, which makes it the perfect centerpiece for a healthfu...

Food is usually part of the experience of going on vacation in exotic places like Barbados. From quaint Barbados little hotel restaurants to local eateries in various cities, food can be obtained readily and enjoyed hugely because of how local  cuisine  is the perfect way to get to understand a culture. This is not necessarily always true because some people choose to limit their diets from principle, health, belief, etc. Since most people are becoming more health-conscious now, vegetarian and vegan diets are not uncommon. Traveling with such diets could be stimulating if one does not understand where to look for the correct kind of dishes.   Fortunately for Barbados vacationers, the island is not any stranger to healthful eating lifestyles.  Here is a number of the best restaurants, eateries, and shops which cater to individuals who live by vegetarian and vegetarian diets. Jenn's Health and Beauty - that's a nutrition store situated on the left-hand s...

For those who work all day, we've crafted quick dinner recipes and easy chicken recipes. India vegetarian recipes can help you cook tastier dishes in less time. Ingredients  2 cup Basmati rice 1 cup rajma ( soaked overnight and boiled with salt ) 1/2 cup curd 2 onions chopped 1 tomato chopped 2 tbsp Fresh green coriander  1 dalchini 2 -3 green cardamom  1 tbsp coriander seeds 1 ginger  1/2 tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp red chili powder  2 green chilies 1/2 tsp turmeric powder  2 cloves 5-6 garlic cloves  Salt as per taste  Oil Method; Boil rajma with salt and keep aside.  Soak rice for 20-30 min For the paste Grind together the cardamom, ginger, garlic, green chilli, coriander seeds, red chilli powder, cumin seeds, cloves and keep aside. In a biryani cooker, take oil, add dalchini, onion and bhuno it. Add the paste along with salt, tomato and ...

We have a collection of exclusive traditional Indian food and chicken recipes for dinner . These recipes are easy to go and contain the secret of the tasty restaurants serve.  This is an innovative part snack which became a hit at my place. Always we serve the chicken with rice or naan. I tried to fill in the buttery kharis with the chicken and top up with the cheese. It melts in the mouth and you want more and more. Ingredients  For the chicken marinade: 500 gms  boneless and skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces 1 cup plain yogurt 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 tablespoon ginger 2 teaspoons garam masala 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon Kashmiri chili powder 1 teaspoon of salt For the Base  2 tablespoons of vegetable oil 2 tablespoons butter 2 small onions finely, chopped 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic finely grated 1 tablespoon ginger finely grated 1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala 1 1...