Egg & Potatoes Dish - Aalo anday ki bhujia

Today I am going to discuss with u Eggs & potato dish also called Aalo anday ki bhujia. Here is its recipe:

Diet Okra- Bhindi

This is my favorite veggie, and today I am going to share with u healthy okra recipe. I am again on diet so u will see diet recipes now & then in the next few weeks. Here is its recipe :)

Bottle Gourd Yogurt Dip - Louki ka raita

Bottle Gourd - C\also called Louki/Ghia/Dudhi in urdu/hindi. This is a vegetable with excellent health benefits. Even it was our Prophets favorite vegetable!! Today I am introducing u a yogurt based dish - made of this spiced veggie. It tastes delicious! It is also best for ppl on diet, as very less oil used :) The veggie is shown in the pic below:

Fried Bitter Gourd with Potatoes - Punjabi Aaloo karelay

I just thought of sharing a veggie dish.. as I have been sharing enuf of sweets :P

 Bitter gourd - Karelay.. Don't be afraid of its name.. ppl mostly refrain from eating this veggie due to its bitter nature.. But I have introduced a method S5 - Scrape, Slice, Salt, Stand & Squeeze. to reduce the bitterness of bitter gourd - karela..

Mince with Bitter Gourd (Qeema Karelay)

Bitter gourd - Karelay.. Don't be afraid of its name.. ppl mostly refrain from eating this veggie due to its bitter nature.. But I have introduced a method S5 - Scrape, Slice, Salt, Stand & Squeeze. to reduce the bitterness of bitter gourd - karela.. For details move on to the recipe:

Creamy Cauliflower (Gobi)

There are many ways of making Cauliflower, few I have discussed before. Links of which are given below. Today m gonna discuss its creamy version.. yum!

Ingredients:

Cauliflower                                         1 medium sized (Chopped into medium size n washed)

Butter                                                 2 tbsps.

Onion                                                 1 medium sized (1/2 cup)

Red Chili flakes                                  1 tsp.           

Cumin seeds (zeera)                           1 tsp.

Ginger                                                ¼ cup (Sliced)

Salt                                                    1 tsp.
Yogurt                                               1 cup
Cream                                               1 cup

For Garnishing:

Garam Masala                                    1 tsp
Fried Green Chili                                4-5
Ginger                                                ¼ inch (Sliced)

Procedure:

Take a pan and fry the sliced onions and ginger after melting butter. 

Next add red chili flakes and cumin seeds. 

Next mix yogurt and cream and cook for 1-2 minutes :) uff the aromaa....

Now add the cauliflower florets, salt and fry for few minutes.

Cover, and let it cook on low flame for 15-20 min, until cauliflower is tender and cooked.

Garnish with whole spices powder (garam masala), ginger, fried green chili and chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with  chapati - rotis and pickle.

Believe me the taste is totally different and out of this world.

Note: U can use oil instead of butter. Plz don't exceed the amount of oil/butter. As cream is enuf :)

*Other varieties I have discussed before are:

Meaty Cauliflower
Cauliflower with potatoes

Thanku for stopping by! Hope u enjoy this recipe :)

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Aloo Methi (Potatoes with Fenugreek Leaves)

Fenugreek leaves have been used as food, spices and medicine since ancient times. It is one of the nature's great gift to mankind. These are very aromatic and have a unique flavor. It has strong peculiar odor, which is really pleasant. It has a tangy bitter taste and has been known to lower cholesterol level in diabetics. It is usually eaten boiled in China. It is also an ancient spice, usually used in pickles. It is also sometimes used in preparing breads, or used in fritters. Fenugreek seeds when mixed in yogurt can be used as hair conditioner. They are not only rich in calcium, phosphorus, iron but also in minerals and vitamin contents. They give a tangy flavor to dishes. They are known among people to cure acidity and burning sensation of stomach. 

Potatoes and Fenugreek leaves/ Aloo Methi are a lovely combination together. I learnt this recipe from my mom-in-law. This recipe has very few ingredients still it tastes excellent. It is most famous Punjabi cuisine. Both in India and Pakistan. It is mostly served with hot roti/naan and can even be stuffed in breads. Here goes the recipe:

Ingredients:

Fenugreek Leaves                             2 bunch 

Potatoes                                             3 peeled, cubed

Onions                                                2 medium (sliced)

Tomato                                               2 (chopped)

Oil                                                       2 wooden spoon (doi)

Green Chili                                         2

Red Chili powder                               1 1/2 tsp. 
Red Chili dried                                   2          

Turmeric Powder                              1/4 tsp.

Garlic Paste                                      1 1/2 tsp.

Ginger Paste                                     1 1/2 tsp.

Salt                                                    1/4 tsp

Cumin Powder (Zeera)                      1 tsp.

Coriander Powder                             1 tsp.

Whole Spices Powder                       Pinch
Coriander and mint leaves                Optional , few

Procedure:

Chop methi/fenugreek leaves, appox 1/2 inch as shown in pic below. Soak them in water for 5-10 minutes & then drain & wash properly. (You can boil it in 1/2 cup water if u want, until it is cooked properly). Set aside.

 Heat oil, and add the fenugreek seeds, followed by the chopped onions. Fry until onions are golden brown.

Then add garlic and ginger paste, green chilies and the chopped tomatoes, followed by all other spices. Fry for few minutes. 

Add cubed and peeled potatoes and methi/fenugreek leaves. Fry this for few minutes. Then keep the lid covered for 30 minutes at low flame or until potatoes and methi leaves are well cooked and oil separates. Sprinkle garam masala & chopped coriander and serve with hot Roti :)

Thanku for stopping by! Hope u enjoy this recipe :)

Mutton Spinach Curry (Palak Gosht)

Hi guys!! Hope u all are doing well. Today I am soo happy (Thanx to God) cox I'll be going for Umrah tomorrow (By God's will). So guys I won't be able to post for some 20-25 days :) Do remember me in ur prayers that everything goes well :) by God's will.

Now off to the recipe:

I'm back with another variant of spinach. I have earlier discussed with u the simplest form of cooking Spinach - here. It is one of the vegetables that I love the most. Anything with spinach, I would never ever say no lol..This vegetable is easy to cook n healthy for u! It has vital nutrients that are essential for u. Today I am going to mix it with mutton for a new yummacious taste. It is one of the popular & famous dishes at weddings in Pakistan & India. Mutton & spinach curry has really an exotic taste. It is also rich in Iron, Calcium, omega fatty acids & vitamins. Mutton works well with immense taste & harmonizes the iron-rich spinach in this flavorsome curry recipe. Spinach mutton curry is a superbly frangrant curry particularly for those who luv both mutton & spinach. And when these two come together in one dish, its marriage made in heaven :P This is a marvelously aromatic curry, which is prepared slowly but surely to let the mutton to tenderize and the curry to set well.

Here is the recipe:

Gobi Gosht (Meaty Cauliflower)

I'm back with another variant of cauliflower. I have earlier discussed with u the simplest form of cooking Cauliflower - here. It is one of the vegetables my hubby loves the most. Anything with cauliflower, he would never ever say no lol.. wonder what? I never liked to eat it. But hubby has at last made me habitual of eating n even cooking it :P n now I kinda love ittttt! oh myy! This vegetable is easy to cook n healthy for u! Today I am going to mix it with mutton for a new yummacious taste. (Ofcourse it kills my cravings too :P) here is the recipe:

Mustard Greens Curry (Sarsoo ka Saag)

Basella/ Mustard leaves - a really healthy, green n nutritious diet, famous in South Asia. I always thought it was really hard to cook!! But when i stepped into cooking,  and learnt from my mom in law, I found it wasnt a big deal, u can say u have to boil it n grind it n thatsss it!! wooo!! Rich in Iron, these leafy veggie is just so gud to taste buds that one can't stop from having it. Slurppp.. Some people love to have it with makki chapati, made by corn's flour. Saag aalo is a famous dish in Punjabi cuisine in both India and Pakistan. Lets have a look :)

Spinach with Potatoes ( Aalo Palak )

Aalo Palak is a scrumptious Punjabi delicacy.. which is really easy to make..:) Boiled spinach leaves are mixed with potato cubes and some spices. It serves best with roti or chapati. Spinach is rich in iron, and gives soo much energy as we know from our famous cartoons mostly loved by kids - Popeyee the sailor mannn :P Lol, introduce spinach to ur kids thru these cartoons and ur kids will love to have it with out any NO's lol :P

Lets move on to the delicious recipe!!

Potato Kebabs/ Patties (Aaloo k cutlets)

Kebabs are of many different types. I have told u the recipes of Chapli kebabs, Shami kebabs, & Beef Kebabs. Now I will introduce u to Potato cutlets/ patties. They are mostly popular in Asian & subcontinent countries. They are made of boiled potatoes mixed with spices. Although another variety of them has boiled chicken mixed with it, which I'll discuss some other day by God's will. Different spices in it gives it an awesome taste. These delicious kebabs serve perfect as a snack, appetizers or even starters. It can be served with anything like, mint chutney, raita or ketchup. They can also be used to make sandwiches & burgers. It is also one of the favorite dishes made at festivals :) I mostly have them with rice. Here is its recipe! Enjoy :)

Ingredients:


Potatoes                                                 1/2 kg (5-6 small) boiled, peeled & mashed
Green Chilli                                             2 chopped
Salt                                                         1/2 tsp.
Red chilli Powder                                    1/2 tsp.
Lemon Juice                                            1 tsp.
Chilli Flakes                                             Few
Cumin powder                                         1/2 tsp.
Garlic paste                                              1/2 tsp.
Chopped Coriander                                 3 tbsp.
Onion                                                      1 chopped & saute in 1 tbsp. oil
Vinegar                                                    Few drops
Black pepper                                            1/2 tsp


 Procedure:

Mix all the above mentioned ingredients in a bowl. 

Take some mixture on the palm and make 10-15 small circle shaped patties/ kebabs and freeze.

Fry them later by dipping in beaten egg (optional) and bread crumbs and serve hot :) Enjoyy!

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Carrot with Peas & Potatoes - (Aalo matar gajar)

Carrotssss--- Favorite of Big Bunny and hence popular among kids.. One of my favorite vegetables cooked with peas & potatoes. :) Carrots mostly available in red color in Pak but they may be orange in color. They are extremely nutritious & rich in anti-oxidants. They can be both served as sweet and savory. In salads, soups, halwa, kheer, juices and list goessss on :)  They are mostly served in winter, when it is the season of both peas & carrots. This dish goes well with roti/naan. This dish has a slight sweet taste due to the juiciness of carrots and peas. Although the sweetness is balanced by the potatoes added. 

Now lets move on to the recipe:

Ingredients:

Carrots                                               1/2 kg (peeled & cubed)

Peas                                                    1 n half cup

Potatoes                                              2-3

Onions                                                1 big (sliced)

Tomato                                                2 (chopped)

Oil                                                       2 wooden spoon (doi)

Green Chili                                          4

Red Chili powder                                1 tsp.           

Turmeric Powder                                1/2 tsp.

Garlic Paste                                         1 1/2 tsp.

Ginger Paste                                        1 1/2 tsp.

Salt                                                      1 tsp

Cumin Powder (Zeera)                       1 tsp.

Coriander Powder                               1/2 tsp.

Maythi (Fenugreek) leaves                 1 tbsp
Coriander leaves

Procedure:

Heat oil, and add the chopped onions. Fry until onions are light brown.

Then add garlic and ginger paste, green chilies and the chopped tomatoes, followed by all other spices. Fry for few minutes. 

Add cubed and peeled potatoes, cubed carrots and peas. Fry this for few minutes. Add some water and keep the lid covered for 30 minutes at low flame or until peas, potatoes and carrots are well cooked and oil separates.

Sprinkle garam masala (Optional) & chopped coriander and serve :)


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Peas and Potato Curry (Aaalo Matar)

Peas & potato curry/ Aaloo matar is a classic Punjabi dish which is made by peas & potatoes in an onion-tomato based fragranced spicy curry. It is a scrumptious vegetarian dish. It can also be used as a filling in variety of Dosas. It is very simple to make and can be had with boiled rice or Chapati or naan or Paratha. Following is a simple, easy home-style recipe of Aalo matar! It is not of the restaurant style. This recipe doesn't need much cooking expertise. It is made of simple and minimum ingredients & yet delicious & tasty. A few other easy & vegetable recipes are: Carrots & Peas, Potatoes with Cauliflower, Okra, Spinach, Mustard Curry etc. Frozen peas can be used but I prefer using fresh peas. Now lets proceed to the recipe: 

Cauliflower with potatoes (Aalo Gobi)

Cauliflower is one of the dry Pakistani/Indian/Nepali cuisines dish. It is made with potatoes, cauliflower and diffrent spices. It has a yellowish tinge due to the turmeric powder added in it. It is one of the vegetables my hubby loves the most. Anything with cauliflower, he would never ever say no lol.. Guess what? I never liked to eat it. But hubby has at last made me habitual of eating it n even cooking it :P n now I kinda love ittttt! oh myy, I wonder how come I am saying that! This vegetable is easy to cook n healthy for u! Another variety of it which I have discussed is 

Fried Okra - Lady Finger - Bhindi

This is my favorite veggie and no doubt its a terrific vegetarian meal. It is a semi dry curry. It is best served with soft chapatis. Here is its recipe :)