MEGA BLOGGING MARATHON -SEPT 2017 #80TH BLOGGING MARATHON THEME: PROTEIN RICH DISHES – DAY:13 RECIPE: QUINOA LAPSI Quinoa Lapsi is a gluten free version of the traditional Gujarati sweet dish, lapsi. It is not only rich in protein but healthy with the addition of nuts, dried fruits and jaggery. This lapsi is totally suitable for those who…
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Continue ReadingRecipe: Puran Poli/ Ghari Rotli Puran Poli/ Ghari Rotli is a sweet flatbread which is generally enjoyed by Gujaratis during festivals or happy occasions. It is usually served with kadhi and a green shaak or sabji on the side. A generous helping of ghee is a must. What is Puran Poli/ Ghari Rotli? Puran Poli/…
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Continue ReadingMOTHER’S DAY RECIPE: MUM’S MATAR KACHORI/GUJARATI PEAS KACHORI Mum’s Matar Kachori/Gujarati Peas Kachori is a deep fried snack with a filling of spicy fresh peas in a flaky and crispy pastry. Mum’s matar kachori is so delicious and she made them perfectly. She didn’t use garam masala. Simply spiced with fresh green chilis and ginger…
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Continue ReadingRecipe: Poğaça Poğaça are cheese and herb filled Turkish savoury bread or pastries. Bread, if you’re using yeast to make the dough and pastry if baking powder or baking soda are used as the leavening agent. Generally enjoyed as part of a breakfast platter or as a tea time treat. Poğaça (pronounced as poh-ah-cha), can…
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Continue ReadingRecipe: Milk Pudding With Jelly Milk Pudding With Jelly is milk based creamy pudding with jelly. To make it a Valentine’s Day special, added some heart shaped red jelly. Today’s recipe is a simple milk pudding served with jelly. I had previously tried this pudding using a whole sweetened condensed milk tin with the milk.…
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Celebrating India’s 68th Republic Day It’s with much pride and joy that Indians all over the world will celebrate the 68th Republic Day on 26th January. The world’s largest democracy has progressed by leaps and bounds since 1947.The Indian Constitution came into being on 26th January 1950. The chief architect of the Constitution was Dr.…
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Continue ReadingRecipe: Gajar Halwa With Orange & Saffron Gajar Halwa With Orange & Saffron is a fusion recipe whereby I’ve prepared the traditional gajar or carrot halwa but have added fresh orange juice too. Absolutely delicious and pure indulgence with flavours of orange and saffron to celebrate any occasion like India’s Independence Day. Our#FoodieMonday#Bloghop group is…
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Continue ReadingRecipe: Mango Coconut Jelly | Woon Mamuang Mango Coconut Jelly also known as Woon Mamuang is an easy to prepare, gluten free and vegan Thai dessert. Mango and coconut is an exotic and delish combination. The layers make this dessert appear beautiful and it is an ideal party dessert. Several times I have tried setting…
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Continue ReadingRECIPE: STRAWBERRY MOUSSE (EGGFREE) Strawberry Mousse (eggfree) is a smooth, creamy, fruity and delicious dessert to serve during any occasion. Easy to make, I’ve used agar agar instead of gelatin. Memories The first time I made strawberry mousse was when I was around 18. At that time, with no internet and Google, the only…
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Continue ReadingFRESH COCONUT BARFI Moist, soft, delectable fresh coconut barfi that is made from freshly grated coconut, sugar, milk and khoya. A bit of cardamom and saffron is added and a delish sweet is ready. Although, it takes a little longer than the quick barfi version this one is so much more tastier. In fact, you…
