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Indian Green Curry (Peanut Aamti)

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Indian Green Curry, just a fancy name to a 5 min "aamti" that is best for when you have no vegetables available at hand or want to cook something quick to go with your plain rice or Roti.  The preparation is quite similar to that of Thai green curry but a way simpler version. It tastes so amazing, it will be your quick fix to hassle free cooking in no time. With such less ingredients and not much time to spare, you can make an amazing bowl of curry for yourself. It has a versatile flavour that goes well with both Roti and Rice. This used to be my mom's special recipe that she prepared everytime I was in no mood of having anything else when I was younger. She just had to say the name and I was ready to have it anytime. Go ahead give it a try! PREP TIME: 5 minutes COOK TIME:   5 minutes   SERVES:  3-4  Level : Easy   Cuisine : Veg Course :   Main Recipe Notes: Make sure to make a fine paste and add water to thin it down before adding to the tempering. Tags ·  Ve

Biang Biang Noodles

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Biang Biang Noodles, traditionally called Biang Biang Mian is a traditional dish of Shaanxi Province from Northwestern China. Shaanxi cuisine is famous for its amazing noodle dishes. They are to die for. They are so tempting even to look at, you would want to try all of them.  “Biang” actually is an Onomatopoeia word describing the sound when the noodles smashing against the board (especially when smashing against stainless steel board). The word "Biang" is also the most difficult word to write. But, I bet to make them is not as hard. The satisfaction of making your own noodles, that too hand-pulled is a different kind of joy. Making noodles from scratch is fun and adds an element of satisfaction to your prepared meal.  I will put down a YouTube link for a better understanding of the process: Biang Biang Noodles  or for the whole science behind it and an amazing recipe in the end,  click here PREP TIME: 20-30 minutes COOK TIME:      15-20 minutes SERVES:  2-3  Level: Medium C

5 minutes Choco Lava Cake

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Not much introduction to this one. Gracious Heaven it is. That's it.  One amazing recipe for Choco Lava Cake. Enjoy! PREP TIME: 5-10 minutes COOK TIME:  2-3 minutes SERVES:   3  Level: Easy Course: Dessert or anytime :) Recipe Notes:  Tags ·  Veg   Cuisine Veg Ingredients For Choco Lava Cake 1/2 cup Wheat Flour 3 Tbsp Cocoa Powder 1 pinch salt 1/4 tsp Baking Soda 1/3 cup Sugar (you can directly use granulated sugar) 1/2 cup water 2 Tbsp Oil 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 Tbsp Lemon Juice Chocolate chunks according to your liking  HOW TO MAKE CHOCO LAVA CAKE Grease 3 small microwaveable bowls with oil and keep aside. Sift all the dry ingredients together. Mix all the wet ingredients together. Mix both wet and dry ingredients and pour in your bowls. Fill only half of the bowls to prevent overflowing. Place in the chocolate chunks and cover with a little bit of batter. Microwave for 2-3 minutes or until knife or toothpick comes out clean from the sides. You can enjoy it directly from the

Roti Chaat

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Roti Chaat is a simple and easy recipe for when you crave that chaat goodness. It is perfect for wh en you want a quick fix for your hunger. Roti is always available in most homes and when you can turn it into such an amazing snack, trust me you will love it. It has that perfect crisp from the fried roti pieces that signify chaat to its best. The perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors is a treat for anyone's tastebuds. Freshness from juicy, crunchy vegetables provides an explosion in your mouth. All the textures from this snack complement each other well and the result is to die for.  Once you try this recipe, you'll never go back from whipping it up whenever you're hungry and crave something "chatpata". It is so easy and fast to make that anyone can cook it. It is a must-try recipe. PREP TIME: 10-15 minutes COOK TIME:   10-15 minutes   SERVES:    3-4  Level:   Easy Cuisine:  Indian Course: Snacks Recipe Notes: Fry the Rotis on a medium flame so that th

SPRING ROLLS

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Spring rolls is an amazing indo-chinese dish that is loved by all. It has that perfect crisp from the wrappers and a flavourful filling that triggers your taste buds.  It is named as "Spring rolls"after the colours from the vegetable filling that signifies the Spring season. The scenary is filled with beautiful colors of nature during this time and the weather is perfect to have a hot, fried snack. The fact that vegetables available during this season are fresh and have amazing quality also cater to the name itself. The vegetables are cooked just perfect to provide that slight crunchy texture and are infused with the flavors of chinese sauces.  This time consuming recipe might test your patience but will keep you well engaged and the result is a treat for your own self. It is totally worth it and should be given a try. PREP TIME: 20-30 minutes COOK TIME:      20-30 minutes SERVES:   2-3   Level : Moderate Cuisine : Chinese Course : Starters or Main Course, dependi

Cholle Kulcha

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Cholle Kulche is a North Indian street food that is served with amazing chickpeas in bread style. It has an amazing 'chaat' flavor that soothes your tastebuds. It is a to go style street food and is amazing to have on the go.  It is very easy to make and is just perfect for that chaat craving. Do give it a shot. Trust me you'll not regret it. PREP TIME: 10-15 min COOK TIME:      5 min SERVES:  3-4  Level : Easy Cuisine : Indian Course : Snacks Recipe Notes : Prepare chickpeas a night before cooking day. Tags ·  Veg   Cuisine Veg Ingredients For CHOLLE KULCHE Cholle (Chickpeas) 1 cup - soak overnight. Finely chopped onions 1/2 cup Finely chopped tomatoes 1/2 cup Finely chopped coriander  Tamarind pulp 1 Tbsp Green chili paste 3-5 green chillies Chaat masala 1 Tsp Garam masala 1 Tsp Red chilli powder 1 Tsp Coriander (dhaniya) powder 1/2 Tsp Salt as per taste Lemon juice Burger bun or pav (bread) or kulcha HOW TO MAKE CHOLLE KULCHE Cook the soaked chickpeas in a pr

Easy Shoyu (Soy) Ramen

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Shoyu Ramen is a Soy Sauce based Ramen which is made with different Japanese sauces and Chicken broth. Here, I have a quick and easy vegetarian version, perfect for cold weathers when you crave that piping hot bowl of noodle soup. The broth is light and umami, you cannot reisist. Springy and chewy noodles have a delightful texture that give a different level of satisfaction. This recipe will touch your soul and you'ld want to make it again and again. This is not how you would make it classically. Some ingredients have been changed due to differences in availability, but the technique is pretty similar. The broth needs to be simmered with all the ingredients to infuse flavour to it's extreme. Classic Shoyu broth calls for Chicken, Kombu (a type of seawood that provides umami flavour), fresh or dehydrated Shitake mushrooms, Sake, Mirin, Miso paste, etc. The toppings also vary. They consist of soft boiled egg, fish cake, shredded nori (again a seaweed) chashu pork, etc.