I have previously posted Mutter Paneer, this version has potatoes (Aloo) instead of Paneer. It is a lovely dish and can be served with rice or chapatties and tastes fabulous. Ingredients:- 2 cups frozen peas 1/2 cup fried onions (or 1 large onion chopped) 8 baby potatoes or 2 large potatoes 2 large ripe tomatoesContinue reading “Aloo Mutter”
Category Archives: Vegetarian
Methi Mutter Malai
As the name states the main ingredients are Methi (Fenugreek leaves), Mutter (Green Peas) and Malai (Cream). The actual recipe calls for fresh Methi leaves but I can’t usually source them here in London so my version uses the dried leaves (Kasuri Methi) – you will find it in any Indian store, in the spiceContinue reading “Methi Mutter Malai”
Paneer tikka skewers
We had a bbq at ours yesterday and this one was a great hit, pics to follow as in all the activity yesterday I forgot about it! This will feed about 10 people so please feel free adjust the quantities depending on how many you are entertaining. The dish allows for scaling up and down.Continue reading “Paneer tikka skewers”
Cous cous salad
Lovely, light salad, perfect to serve as a side dish alongside barbecue meats or it’s good as a main meal too. It is easy to make and takes less than 20 mins including the chopping. Ingredients Method: Place the cous cous in a bowl, add paprika, cumin powder, salt and just enough boiling water toContinue reading “Cous cous salad”
Vegetarian Kedgree
I saw a recipe for Mackrel kedgree in a cook book about pub grub I was gifted at Christmas. While it looked very appetizing I decided to try making it without the fish and the results are truly outstanding. It takes about 30 minutes to make and features regularly as a mid-week meal! Ingredients: 1Continue reading “Vegetarian Kedgree”
Tomato Rice
Simple recipe, ready in less than 30 minutes. Ingredients: 1 cup basmati rice 200 gms tomatoes (I used cherry tomatoes) 1/2 tsp cumin seeds 1/2 tsp mustard seeds 1 dry red chilly Handful of curry leaves 1/2 tsp chilly powder 1/4 tsp turmeric powder 1/4 tsp sugar Salt to taste 1 tbsp ghee ( orContinue reading “Tomato Rice”
Easy Naan Bread
This is super easy and makes 5 soft and fluffy naan breads! Ingredients: 1 cup all purpose flour 3 heaped tbsp greek yoghurt 2 tsp baking powder Nigella seeds Ghee Salt Method: Combine, salt, baking powder and flour in a bowl. Add yoghurt and mix to form a sticky dough. If the dough is tooContinue reading “Easy Naan Bread”
Mushroom and Peas Pulav
Ingredients: 1 cup basmati rice 1 packet sliced mushrooms 1/2 cup frozen peas Whole spices – 4 cardamoms, 6 pepper corns, 4 cloves, 1 inch cinnamon stick, 2 bay leaves 1/2 tsp cumin seeds 1/4 tsp turmeric powder 1/2 tsp chilly powder 1 tsp garam masala powder Salt to taste 1 1/2 cups water (boilingContinue reading “Mushroom and Peas Pulav”
Gujarati Kadhi
My friend B gave me this authentic recipe, it works every time and is great when you are craving comfort food. I have uploaded an old photo for now but will update with a new photo soon. Ingredients: 1/4 ltr curd or yoghurt 2 tbsp besan (gram flour) 2 green chillies (slit)1/2 tsp sugar1 tbspContinue reading “Gujarati Kadhi”
Garlic Beans with Parmesan
This is a very simple recipe and can be served as a side. I served it with lamb parmigiana and tomato salad. Ingredients:- 300 gms runner beans (sliced diagonally) 4 cloves of garlic (chopped finely) 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper to taste Extra Virgin Olive Oil Method: Boil the sliced beans in saltedContinue reading “Garlic Beans with Parmesan”
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