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Kanjak Bhog – Ghugni, Sooji Ka Halwa and Poori (Navratri Special)

I remember how my sisters and I used to get excited during Kanjak (the ritual performed on Ashtami or Navmi mostly in North India) as we were worshipped on this day, fed with delicacies and were given gifts or money. Ghugni, Sooji Ka Halwa and Poori are the very popular and must dishes for this ritual.…
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Walnut and Chocolate Chip Muffin (Day 5) – 7 Days of Christmas

Day 5 of 7 Days of Christmas comes with Walnut and Chocolate Chip Muffin. Extremely easy to make and a super hit for any party, breakfast or high tea. Here’s the quick recipe for you. Preparation Time 10-15 minutes Baking Time 13-15 minutes Makes 6 Muffins Main Ingredients Plain Flour (Maida), Banana, Walnuts & Chocolate Chips Main Equipment Oven Course Breakfast/Dessert Level…
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7 Days of Christmas

Celebration is in the air! With my series of 7 Christmas Special Recipes, I would like to thank all my readers and blogger friends! You all have showed immense love and support to my blog. I feel so connected to you all. It’s always a pleasure to have your comments and feedbacks… Makes me so happy…
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Aalu Tikki (Spiced Potato Patties) – Shack Saturdays Special
All Hail The Potato! Here’s the very popular and versatile Indian street food. Made with spiced potatoes. Serve with Mint & Coriander Chutney and Natural Yogurt. It’s also perfect for fasts if you use Sendha Namak (Rock Salt) instead of the usual salt. Preparation Time 20-25 minutes Cooking Time 10-15 minutes Servings 4 Main Ingredients Boiled Potatoes Course Snack Level Of Cooking Medium Ingredients …
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Masala Sandwich

Here’s the good old Masala Sandwich. Made with spiced potato stuffing. Serve with Tomato Sauce or Mint & Coriander Chutney. It has been a favourite breakfast or brunch recipe at home. It’s so easy to make and so delicious. Preparation Time 20-25 minutes Cooking Time 10-15 minutes Servings 4 Main Ingredients Potatoes & Bread Course Breakfast/Snack Level Of Cooking Medium Ingredients …
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Rajma (Red Kidney Beans Curry) – Shack Saturdays Special
A popular red kidney beans curry of North India. Tastes excellent with steamed rice. Sounds elaborate but it’s a very easy and super delicious dish. If you are working you can do something what I did and make it a comforting dish. Before leaving for work in the morning, I soaked a cup of Red Kidney…
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Tehri (Masala Rice) – Shack Saturdays Special
Mum-in-law and I wanted to go for something simple and quick this afternoon. We decided to make Tehri (Masala Rice) that is cooked in the pressure cooker with some veggies. I made a special addition to the Tehri which was nutrela (soya) chunks. So, rather than a simple dish it turned into a flavoursome delicacy. Something…
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Aglio Olio (Spaghetti) – Shack Saturdays Special
Shack Saturdays defines comfort this weekend through a big bowl of Aglio Olio (Spaghetti with oil, garlic and red chilli flakes) topped with your choice of shredded cheese. It’s a recipe my better half is the best at. I love it with a fried egg on the side! Preparation Time 8-10 minutes Cooking Time 15-20 minutes Servings 4 Main…
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Plain Paratha (Paratha Series #1)

A variety of Indian Flat Bread made with whole wheat flour. It is layered and crispy. Quite versatile. Goes wonderfully with veg and non-veg curries or with natural yogurt or salted butter or simply roll and dip it in your cup of hot milk tea and relish it. Preparation Time 10 minutes Cooking Time 10-15 minutes Makes 8 Parathas…

