Kheer /Rice Pudding Recipe

 

Ingredients:

1 cup Basmati rice 4 cups whole milk 1 cup sugar (adjust according to taste) 1/2 cup condensed milk 1/2 cup evaporated milk 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder A pinch of saffron strands (optional) Chopped nuts (almonds, pistachios, cashews) for garnish

Instructions:

1. Wash the Basmati rice thoroughly and soak it in water for about 30 minutes.

2. In a heavy-bottomed pan, bring the milk to a boil over medium heat. Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer.

3. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the simmering milk. Stir occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

4. Continue cooking the rice in milk on low heat until the rice is fully cooked and the mixture thickens. This may take around 25-30 minutes. Keep stirring to ensure the rice doesn't stick and the mixture doesn't burn.

5. Add sugar to the rice and milk mixture. Stir well until the sugar dissolves.

6. Add condensed milk and evaporated milk, stirring continuously to combine all the ingredients.

7. Add cardamom powder and saffron strands (if using). Stir well to infuse the flavors.

8. In a separate small pan, heat a little ghee and fry the chopped nuts until they turn golden. If you like, you can also fry the raisins until they plump up.

9. Add the fried nuts and raisins to the rice pudding mixture. Reserve some for garnish.

10. Continue cooking the rice pudding on low heat until it reaches your desired consistency. The pudding will thicken further as it cools.

11. Once the rice pudding is ready, turn off the heat and let it cool for a while.

12. Garnish the rice pudding with the reserved nuts and raisins.

13. Serve the rice pudding warm or chilled, according to your preference.

Enjoy your delicious desi-style rice pudding!

Shami Kebab with minced beef Recipe

 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup minced meat (beef or lamb)
• 1/2 cup split Bengal gram (chana dal), soaked for a few hours
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 green chilies, chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves
• 1 egg (optional, for binding)
• Oil for shallow frying

Instructions:

1. Boil the Lentils:

   • Boil the soaked chana dal in water until it's soft and cooked through. Drain any excess water.

2. Cook the Meat:

   • In a separate pan, cook the minced meat with ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt until it's fully cooked. Ensure that there is no excess moisture left in the meat.

3. Combine Meat and Lentils:

   • In a food processor or blender, combine the cooked meat, boiled chana dal, chopped onion, green chilies, garam masala, coriander powder, and fresh coriander leaves. Blend the mixture into a coarse paste.

4. Form Kebab Patties:

   • Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into flat, round patties. If the mixture is too loose, you can add an egg to bind it together.

5. Shallow Fry:

   • Heat oil in a shallow frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the kebabs in the pan.

6. Cook Until Golden Brown:

   • Shallow fry the kebabs until they are golden brown on both sides. Make sure to cook them evenly.

7. Serve:

   • Remove the kebabs from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Serve hot with mint chutney or your favorite sauce.

Garlic Bread Recipe

 Here is a simple recipe for garlic bread that you can try:

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf of crusty bread
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves of garlic, crushed
• 3 tablespoons of grated cheese (Parmigiano or Romano, optional)
• Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Cut the bread in half lengthwise.
3. In a small bowl, mix the butter, olive oil, and garlic.
4. Spread the mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
5. Sprinkle the grated cheese over the top of the bread.
6. Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake for 8 minutes.
7. Broil the bread for 2 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Bread stick recipe

 Ingredients:

• 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110°F or 43°C)
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2-3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional, for flavor)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning (optional, for flavor)
• Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)

Instructions:

1. Activate the Yeast:

   • In a bowl, combine the warm water and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
   • Sprinkle the yeast over the water and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

2. Prepare the Dough:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
   • Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
   • Stir until a dough forms.

3. Knead the Dough:

   • Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Add more flour if necessary to prevent sticking.

4. First Rise:

   • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.

5. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

6. Divide and Shape:

   • Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a floured surface.
   • Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each portion into a long rope.

7. Arrange on Baking Sheet:

   • Place the shaped breadsticks on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving some space between each.

8. Second Rise:

   • Cover the breadsticks with a kitchen towel and let them rise for an additional 20-30 minutes.

9. Bake:

   • Bake the breadsticks in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown.

10. Brush and Season:

    • While the breadsticks are still warm, brush them with melted butter.
    • Optional: Sprinkle garlic powder, dried oregano, and grated Parmesan cheese over the top for added flavor. I usually add Garlic powder and dried Oregano so i suggest when trying to make cheese bread you can add that too with butter.

11. Serve:

    • Allow the breadsticks to cool slightly before serving. They are delicious on their own or with marinara sauce for dipping.