Hindustani Style Balti Chicken

Balti is a type of curry originating from north-eastern Pakistan,formally knows as Baltistan.This delicious Balti Chicken is cheap and easy to make,its prepared with simple spices available at your kitchen.Treat yourself with the aroma of a piece of Baltisthan's Cuisine.
Serve it with Roti/Naan.

Ingredients :-

1. Chicken - 1 kg
2. Onions - 2 large (Thinly Sliced)
3. Tomatoes - 3 (Medium) Sliced
4. Cinnamon Stick - 1 inch
5. Green Cardamon - 2
6. Peppercorns - 4
7. Onion-Seeds - 1/2 tsp
8. Red Chilli Poweder - 1 tsp
9. Garam Masala Powder - 1 tsp
10. Ginger Paste 1.1/2 tsp
11. Garlic Paste 1.1/2 tsp
12. Curd (Beaten) - 3-4 tbsp
13. Green Chillies - 2 Chopped (Optional)
14. Coriander Leaves (Finely Chopped) - 2-3 tbsp
15. Lemon Juice - 2 tbsp
16. Ghee/Oil - 2-3 tbsp
17. Salt to taste

Method :-

1. In a large pan heat oil/ghee and fry cinnamon stick,green cardamon,peppercorns fry for 2 mins.Then add the onions on medium flame till it turns slightly golden and soft.This process will take about 10 mins.
2. Now add the tomatoes,onion-seeds,ginger-garlic paste,red chilli powder,garam masala powder and salt.Saute very nicely till oil leaves sides.This process will take 5-6 mins.
3. Add the chicken pieces and mix nicely so that all the pieces are coated well with the masala.Fry for 3-4 mins.
4. Add beaten curd,cover the pan and allow to cook on medium flame.
5. The curry will be semi-thick gravy.If you need extra gravy just add 1/4 cup of water at this stage.Cook till chicken is tender.
6. When the chicken is cooked add chopped coriander leaves,chopped green chillies and lemon juice.Stir and turn off the flame.
7. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and lemon wedges.
8. Serve hot with Roti/Naan.

Enjoy!! Yummy Hindustani Style Balti Chicken.. :)

Low-Fat Healthy & Nutritional Banana Smoothie

Bananas are not only delicious and convenient,they provide a wide range of health benefits.This simple fruit,the banana,has loads of nutritional benefits.Here are some of the benefits :-

1. They reduce risk of Heart Disease and Blood Pressure.
2. Provides Energy.
3. Digestive/Colon Health.
4. Rich in Potassium and Iron.
5. Balanced Mood and Brain health & Increase Brain Power.
6. Weight Loss Benefits.
7. Bananas are a Great Source of Vitamin B6.
8. Reduce Depression.
9. Promoted Kidney Health.
10. Antacid and Stomach Health.

Ingredients :-

1. Ripe Bananas (Medium Size) - 2-3 (Peeled & Make a Paste)
2. Chilled Milk - 2 cups
3. Honey - 3-4 tbsp
4. Ice-Cubes - 2-4
5. Lemon Juice - 1-2 tsp
6. Vanilla Essence/Banana Essence - 1/4 tsp
7. Vanilla Ice-Cream - 1 scoop (Optional - For Richer Taste)
8. Almonds - 2-3 (Crushed)

Method :-

1. Add all the ingredients except vanilla ice-cream & almonds.
2. Blend until smooth,creamy & frothy.
3. Pour into serving glass and put a scoop of vanilla ice-cream on top and garnish with crushed almonds.
4. Decorate your drink as you wish.
5. Serve Immediately.

Enjoy ! Yummy Low-Fat/Healthy Drink In Your Breakfast.. :)

Shakshuka (Also know as Shakshoka)

Shakshuka is an Arabian Dish of eggs poached in a sauce of tomatoes,capsicum, and onions, often spiced with maggi masala.It's a simple dish loved by all egg lovers.Goes best with Bread\Chapaties.

 Ingredients :-

1. Onion - 1 (Finally Chopped)
2. Garlic Paste - 1 tsp
3. Capsicum (Green\Red\Yellow) - 1 (Cut into 1 inch square pieces)
4. Red Chilli Powder - 1 tsp
5. Cumin Powder - 1 tsp
6. Maggi Magic Masala - 2 tbsp
7. Pepper Powder - 1\2 tsp
8. Sugar - 1 tsp
9. Tomatoes (Chopped) - 4-5
10. Tomato Puree - 3 tbsp
11. Eggs - 5
12. Oil - 2 tbsp
13. Salt to taste
14. Chopped Coriander Leaves to Garnish

Method :-

1. Heat oil in non-stick pan.
2. Add chopped onions and saute for 2-3 mins and add garlic paste and cook for 1 min.
3. Now add chopped Capsicum, any color (I used green color), saute it.
4. Then add red chilli powder, cumin powder, maggi magic masala, pepper powder, sugar and salt and saute for 2-3 mins. Now add chopped tomatoes and tomato puree. Lower the heat and let it cook till the sauce thickens.
5. Now make small wells with the help of spoon and break eggs carefully like you do for poach.
6. Cover the pan and let it cook on slow heat till completely done. It took 8-10 mins.
7. Switch off the gas and finally garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
8. Serve hot with Crisp Bread\Chapaties.
9. You can also have this for Breakfast\Dinner.

Chatpata Fish Chilli

Ingredients For Frying :-

1. Fish ( Boneless) - 500 grms (Cut into small pieces)
2. Egg Whites - 2
3. Red Chilli Paste - 2 tsp
4. Garlic Paste - 2 tsp
5. Black Pepper Powder - 1 tsp
6. Cornflour - 2 tbsp
7. Red Chilli Powder - 1\4 tsp (Optional)
8. Salt To Taste
9. Oil For Frying

Ingredients For Gravy :-

1. Onion (Cut into square pieces) - 1 (Medium Size)
2. Capsicum (Cut into square pieces) - 1 (Small Size)
3. Garlic Cloves (Crushed) - 5-6 
4. Ginger ( Crushed) - 2 inch
5. Green Chillies (Cut into slits) - 1-2 
6. Tomato Sauce - 5-6 tbsp
7. Soya Sauce - 2 tsp
8. Vinegar - 2 tsp
9. Red Chilli Paste - 1 tsp
10. Chinese Salt (Ajinomotto) - 1\2 tsp
11. Oil - 2 tbsp
12. Salt To Taste
13. Spring Onions for Garnishing
14. Orange Food Color ( Optional )

                                             
Method :- 

1). Wash the fish nicely.
2). Now take a bowl and mix cornflour,garlic paste,egg white,salt,pepper powder,red chilli paste,red chilli powder and  fish.Mix nicely.
3). Now heat oil and fry fish pieces on medium-high heat.
4). Keep aside.
5). Now in a frying pan\kadhai add oil and saute chopped ginger,garlic and green chillies for 1 min.
6). Add onion,capsicum and saute for 2-3 mins.
7). Now add tomato sauce,soya sauce,vinegar,red chilli paste,chinese salt,orange food color,salt and little water and cook for 2 mins.
8). At this stage add fried fish pieces and mix nicely.Switch off the gas.
9). Garnish with spring Onions.
10). Serve Hot & Enjoy :)