Muhallabia (Lebanese Dish)

After Lebanese Night... Here comes my another Middle Eastern Dessert which is also a Labanese Dish... Basically this dish is from Turkey, Labanon, Syria, Jodern, and Cyprus... "Muhallabia" ..... A delicate, silky, creamy milk jelly, rice pudding which is flavored with rose water and topped with chopped Almonds and Pistachio's... It is served in many different ways.. This dessert is prepared in 30mins... And taste is superb and refreshing...!!!

In Love With Middle Eastern Food

Muhallabia...!!!!!!

Ingredients :-

1. Milk - 500 ml
2. Rice flour - 3/4 tbsp
3. Cornflour - 2 tbsp
4. Sugar - 4 tbsp
5. Rose Water - 1/2 tsp
6. Vanilla Essence - 1/4 tsp
7. Heavy Cream / Whipped Cream - 3 tbsp
8. Pistachios (Chopped) for garnish
9. Almonds (Chopped) for garnish
10. Mint Leaves for garnish

Method :-

1. In a heavy bottom pan mix together milk, cornflour, rice flour and sugar.
2. Put on gas and switch on the flame.
3. Cook on medium flame for 5-8 mins, stirring continuously.
4. When it starts boiling cook for 2-3 minutes more.
5. Switch off the gas.
6. Now add vanilla essence, rose water and heavy cream. Mix very nicely.
7. Pour in the dessert cups/mousse cups.
8. Sprinkle chopped pistachios and chopped almonds.
9. Garnish with mint leaves.

If u want u can add a layer of fresh chopped fruits also.

Enjoy..... Yummyyyy Muhallabia...!!!!

“Lebanese Nights” Or "Layali Lubnan"

Its name directly translating to "Lebanese Nights", "Layali Lubnan" is a ubiquitous and well-loved dessert not only in Lebanon, but throughout the Middle East. It is an incredibly delicious dessert, at its base is a soft, yet sliceable semolina pudding that’s then covered in rose flavoured cream, fruits, nuts and simple sugar syrup or drizzled with a rose-scented syrup. Traditional versions are almost always garnished with pistachios. I prefer to make it without the syrup and like to add a few drops of pink food colouring to give the dessert a vivid pick of colour which contrasts so beautifully with the whipped cream. Very pretty and highly refreshing in the summer time..

Ingredients :-

1. Milk - 2 cups
2. Rava (Soji) - 1 cup (Do not Roast)
3. Condensed Milk - 5 tbsp
4. Rose Water - 1.1/2 tsp
5. Whipped Cream - 1/2 cup
6. Powdered Sugar - 2 tsp
7. Pistachios(Chopped) - 5-6 tbsp
8. Rose Petals - 2 tsp
9. Rose Syrup - 3-4 tsp (Optional)
10. Pink Food Color - 1/4 tsp

Method :-

1. In a heavy bottom pan cook milk, rava(soji), and condensed milk.
2. Keep stirring continuously so that there should be no lumps.
3. Add pink food color and mix nicely.
4. Cook till the mixture becomes thick.
5. Add 1 tsp rose water in it. Mix well and pour in the small dessert cups/ mousse cups.
6. Chiil in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
7. Now beat whipped cream with powdered sugar and 1/2 tsp rose water.
8. Beat this soft peaks.
9. Put a layer of whipped cream on cook and chilled pudding.
10. Garnish with chopped pistachios and rose petals.
11. Serve chilled with rose syrup (Optional).
12. You can add some chopped fruits of your choice.

Enjoy yummyyyy Middle Eastern Dessert Labanese Night...!!!

‪Qatayef‬ or ‪Katayef‬ (‏قطايف‬)

Qatayef or Katayef is a Middle Eastern Dessert commonly served during the Holy month of Ramdaan.... A sort of sweet dumbling filled with Homemade Unsalted Cream Cheese and Nuts... It can be made in Two ways... FRIED & BAKED.... It was Super Duper Hit in my Family... Have fallen in LOVE with MIDDLE EASTERN DISHES.... You all also try this Superb Recipe and Fall In Love With it ;)

STEP 1 :-

Ingredients For Pancake :-

1. All Purpose Flour(Maida) - 1/2 cup
2. Semoline (Suji) - 1/2 cup
3. Sugar - 1.1/2 tbsp
4. Instant Yeast (Dry) - 1/2 tsp
5. Baking Powder - 1/2 tsp
6. Salt - 1/8 tsp
7. Water - 1.1/4 cup

Method :-

1. Mix all the dry ingredients together.Add the water and mix well.
2. Cover the batter and allow to rest for 1 hour.
3. After 1 hour stir the batter well and make pancakes in a non-stick pan.
4. From the surface when it appears dry,remove the pancakes from the pan.DO NOT FLIP THE SIDE.
5. Make pancakes  the similarly from the remaining batter and keep it on a try.
6. Make sure to cover the tray with a cloth or a kitchen towel to prevent drying out of the pancakes.

STEP 2 :-

Ingredients For Unsalted Cheese Filling :-

1. Full Cream Milk - 1/2 cup
2. Cottage Cheese (Paneer) - 1/2 cup
3. Sugar - 1.1/2 tbsp
4. Cornflour - 2 tbsp
5. Butter - 1 tbsp
6. Rose Water - 1 tsp

Method :-

1. In a pan take milk,sugar,cottage cheese(paneer) and cornflour.
2. Mix all very well and put it on medium flame and cook.
3. Keep stirring the milk continously.It will take 5 mins to cook.
4. After 5 mins the mixture will become thick.
5. Switch off the gas and add buter to it and mix well.
6. Let the mixture cool and add rose water to it.
7. Blend with a hand blender to make a smooth paste.
8. The Unsalted Cheese is ready.
9. Keep it in the fridge.

STEP 3 :-

1. Take a pancake and put 1 tsp of cheese filling in the middle,sprinkle some chopped pistachio and fold into a semi circle.
2. Press the end together and they will stick.
3. You can deep fry it or you can bake it.
4. I personally like the baked one.
5. For baking Pre-Heat the oven at 180° C
6. Grease the baking tray and brush butter on the pancakes.
7. Bake at 180° C for 25-30 mins.Turn after 15 mins.
8. They should be browned lightly and the surface will be crisp.

STEP 4 :-

Ingredients For Sugar Syrup :-

1. Sugar - 1/2 cup
2. Water 1/4 cup
3. Lemon Rind - 1/4 tsp
4. Lemon Juice 1/2 tsp
5. Rose Water - 1/2 tsp

Method :-

1. Take sugar in a pan add water to it and bring it to boil.
2. Add lemon rind and lemon juice.
3. Boil for 3-5 mins.
4. Switch off the gas and add rose water.

STEP 5 ;-

1. Dip the hot Qatayef in the sugar syrup.
2. Drain the excess syrup.
3. Garnish with Silver Waraq and chopped pistachio.

Enjoy Yummyyyyyy Middle East Dessert and give your feedback...!!!

Happy Cooking ;)

Chatpata Masala French Fries

We all love French Fries..!!! But usually french fries are deep fried potato fingers.Here i came with the recipe of Chatpata Masala French Fries made with just 2tsp of oil... So now you can enjoy your favorite French Fries in less oil.. Which is Healthier also...!!!

I got this recipe from my Air-fryer recipe book but i did a little changes in the recipe..!!! 

Ingredients :-

1. Potatoes - 3-4 (Medium Size Peeled and Cut into Fingers)
2. Oil - 2 tsp
3. Italian Seasoning Mixed - 2 tsp
4. Red Chilli Flakes - 1/2 tsp
5. Lemon Juice - 1 tsp
6. Salt to Taste
7. Coriander Leaves for Garnish - 2 tbsp

Method :-

1. Blanch the potato fingers for 2 mins.
2. Filter and pat dry the potatoes fingers with a kitchen towel and transfer to a dry bowl.
3. Pour the above ingredients and mix to coat the potato fingers.
4. Pre-heat your Air-fryer for 5 mins at 180° C.
5. Arrange the potato fingers in the fryer basket and close it properly.
6. Bake it for 20-25 mins.Toss twice in between for even cooking.
7. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve HOT with tomato sauce.

Enjoy..!!! Yummyyy Chatpata Masala French Fries...!!

Dhaba Style Dal Fry

‪Dal Fry‬ is a popular Indian lentil recipe.This recipe uses Gram Dal, which is also known as Chana Dal. The dal is seasoned with variety of spices and it tastes delicious.The dal is pressure cooked first and added with tadka ingredients along with a mixture of onion,tomato ginger and garlic mixture and the dal is boiled for few mins which gives a great flavour.This is something you often find served at Indian restaurants and many Indian Dhabas.This Dal goes best with Roti/Jeera Rice..

            

Ingredients :-

1. Chana Dal (Gram Lentil) - 1 cup
2. Ghee - 2 tbsp
3. Cinnamon Stick - 1
4. Clove - 3-4 pieces
5. Turmeric Powder - 1/2 tsp
6. Red Chilli Powder - 1 tsp
7. Garam Masala Powder - 1 tsp
8. Coriander Powder - 1 tsp
9. Cumin Powder - 1 tsp
10. Salt as needed
11. Coriander Leaves (Chopped) for garnish
12. Some fried onions for garnish

Ingredients to grind into a paste :-

1. Oninons - 2
2. Green Chillies - 2
3. Ginger - 1 inch
4. Garlic - 6 cloves
5. Tomatoes (chopped) - 1/2 cup

Method :-

1. Soak Chana Dal (Gram Lentil) for 1 hour.
2. Pressure cook Dal by adding salt and turmeric powder.
3. Dal should not over cook.
4. In a pan heat ghee add cinnamon and cloves and saute for a minute. Now add the ground paste,red chill powder, coriander powder,cumin powder,garam masala powder and salt and saute very nicely till oil leaves.
5. Add cooked Dal and cook for 4-5 mins in medium flame.
6. Before serving sprinkle some fried onions and chopped coriander leaves.
7. Serve hot with Jeera Rice/Roti.

Enjoy yummyyy Dhaba Style Dal Fry at home...!!!

Fresh Homemade Mango Frooti

Now say Bye-Bye to market Frooti.Why to buy from market when you can make your own at home with fresh mango pulp.Recipe is very very easy..Everyone must try this recipe.

Ingredients :-

1. Gulabkhas Mango/Madrasi Mango - 1 kg
2. Sugar - 250 grms
3. Critic Acid - 1 tsp
4. Water - 700 ml

Method :-

1. Take out mango pulp and grind in mixer to make mangoo puree.Strain and keep aside.
2. mix water,sugar and critic acid and give one boil.
3. When cool mix mango puree and serve chilled..!!!!
4. Adding water and ice as required.

• You cannot store this frooti for long.Use withing 2-3 days.

Enjoy this Summer with Yummyy Fresh Homemade Mango Frooti.. :)

Lemon Pudina(Mint) Delight

Well Summers are already here and i came with my very 1st Mocktail Recipe which is very Healthy and have lots of Benefits.It is a perfect Summer drink.We should have Pudina(Mint) in Summers to keep away the harmful effects of Sun.

Some Benefits of Pudina(Mint) Leaves are :-

1. Mint has one of the highest antioxidant capacities of any food.
2. Boost Digestion.
3. Strengthen your Liver.
4. Cool your Body.
5. Relieve Asthma.
6. Take care of your teeth.
7. Defeat Cancer.

Ingredients :-

1. Powder Sugar/Sugar Syrup - 2 tbsp
2. Roasted Cumin Powder - 1/8 tsp
3. Chat Masala Powder - 1/4 tsp
4. White Pepper Powder - 1/8 tsp
5. Black Salt - 1/4 tsp
6. Lemon Juice - 1.1/2 tsp
7. Pudina(Mint) Leaves - 1/2 cup
8. Crushed Ice - 1/2 cup
9. Chilled Water - 1/2 cup

Method :-

Blend all the ingredients in a mixie,strain and serve in a transpent glass.Decorate with mint leaves and lemon slices.

Enjoy this super easy and healthy drink....!!!!!!!! ;)

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 :)