tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:07:45 +0000Snacks Vegetarian RecipeGreen Vegetable RecipesPulses/Dals/Lentils RecipesChicken RecipesDessert/Sweet RecipesLamb/Goat RecipesFasting (Vrat) RecipesIndian Flat Breads-Paratha RecipesDo You KnowPotato RecipesVegetable RecipesSalad RecipesChutney / Dip RecipesHyderabadi RecipesRice/Pulao/Biryani RecipesBesan/ChickPea Flour RecipesPaneer (Cottage Cheese) RecipesKebabs RecipesEggs RecipesDrink RecipesOats Indian RecipesRaita RecipesChaat RecipesIndian Flat Breads-Puri/Kachori RecipesLeftover Food RecipesFish RecipesSnacks Non vegetatian RecipesFestivals RecipesIndian Flat Breads-Roti/Naan RecipesKhichdi / Khichra / Haleem RecipesVermicelli RecipeMasalaSoup RecipesSoy RecipesPickle RecipesTraditional Indian recipes made easyhttp://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)Blogger514125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-8396406153768088439Fri, 18 Nov 2011 01:45:00 +00002011-11-22T00:51:46.603-08:00Salad RecipesKachumbar literally means cut in to small pieces. This simple and delicious salad is made from small chunks of cucumber, onion and tomato with cilantro leaves.Ingredients:1 cucumber peeled and chopped finely1 medium onion chopped finely2 tomato chopped finely2 tbsp finely chopped cilantro ( Green Coriander Leaves)2 tsp lemon juicesalt to taste½ tsp black pepper1 green chili finely http://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2008/09/kachumber-salad.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-9020295411012745555Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:55:00 +00002011-09-21T08:38:09.674-07:00Khichdi / Khichra / Haleem RecipesDalia (wheat), Goat meat, lentils and spices are cooked together to make khichra, in which the taste of the spices and Goat blend with the wheat. Ingredients: 2 pounds mutton (Goat) 1 cup dalia (cracked wheat) ¼ cup masoor dal (split red lentil) ¼ cup chana dal (split Bengal gram) ¼ cup moong dal (split skinned green gram) 4-5 green cardamoms 1” stick of cinnamon http://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2010/11/gosht-ka-khichra-mutton-khichra.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-2340456089210867215Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:41:00 +00002011-07-19T07:41:01.762-07:00Potato RecipesPotatoes cooked in mustard oil and Achari spices. Ingredients: 10 potatoes, equal sized, each cut into half 1 medium size onion chopped 1 tbsp Ginger garlic paste 2-3 green chilies sliced in half vertically1 tsp saunf (fennel seeds)1 tsp methi dana (fenugreek seeds)½ tsp kalonji (black onion Seeds)1 tsp Chili powder½ tsp crushed red pepper½ http://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/07/sookha-achari-aloo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-6321753316407291572Mon, 18 Jul 2011 17:18:00 +00002011-07-18T07:52:37.339-07:00Dessert/Sweet RecipesFasting (Vrat) RecipesGrated golden apples cooked with sugar and ghee, garnished with nuts and raisins.Ingredients:5-6 golden apples½ cup ghee (clarified butter)1 cup sugar (modify according to taste)Almonds sliveredCashew nuts chopped2 green cardamoms1 tsp cardamom powder½ tsp Kewra essence or Rose waterMethod: Peel off and grate the apples. Heat ghee in heavy based pan and add seeds of green cardamoms. Fry for a fewhttp://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2009/03/saib-ka-halva-apple-halva.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-916968400421821863Sun, 17 Jul 2011 19:21:00 +00002011-07-17T09:44:19.697-07:00Snacks Vegetarian RecipeVermicelli RecipeVermicelli vada is a crunchy tea time snack. Noodles can also be substituted for Bambino.Ingredients:1 cup vermicelli ( Bambino)2 potatoes2 or 3 green chilies finely chopped1 tsp finely chopped ginger1/2 cup coriander leave5 curry leaves(finely chopped)1/4 cup mint leaves (as required)salt to taste1 tsp chat masala1 tsp lemon juice½ tsp black pepper powderoil for fryingMethod:Take a deep saucepanhttp://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2008/08/vermicilli-vada-bambino.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-1561863051548408072Sat, 16 Jul 2011 17:47:00 +00002011-07-16T10:27:05.824-07:00Rice/Pulao/Biryani RecipesPulihora tastes sour, spicy, hot and salty at the same time. It is considered to be a good stimulant for a dull appetite. It is easy to cook, inexpensive and is filling.Ingredients:1 cup of white rice2 tbsp lemon juice ( adjust according to your taste)1 small finely chopped onion5-6 curry leaves2 green chilies1 tsp turmeric powder4 whole dry red chillies1 tsp chana dal½ tsp mustard seeds½ tsp http://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2008/09/pulihora-lemon-rice.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-2154180636551364937Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:45:00 +00002011-07-15T10:45:01.151-07:00Snacks Vegetarian Recipe Dal Moth is a popular 'anytime snack'. It is liked because of its crispiness and spiciness. Sometimes it so happens that you get ‘not so fresh’ type of Dalmoth from stores. Here is a recipe to convert this bland Dalmoth to a delicious snack ready to be served with tea. Ingredients: 1 cup of Dalmoth 1 small onion chopped fine 1 green chili chopped fine 2 tbsp coriander leaves http://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/07/fried-dalmoth.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-313076829032202532Thu, 14 Jul 2011 17:32:00 +00002011-07-14T10:32:01.057-07:00Raita Recipes Made with Yogurt, Bottle Gaurd and Cilantro; it is cool and refreshing condiment which goes well with hot and spicy dishes. Ingredients: 2 cups Yogurt beaten smooth 3” piece of Bottle Gourd finely chopped A pinch of Turmeric powder ½ tsp Mustard seeds ¼ tsp Cumin seeds ¼ tsp Urad dal 1 dry whole Red chili A pinch of Asafetida 4-5 Curryhttp://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/07/kaddu-ka-raita-bottle-guard-yogurt.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-1891860594297046427Wed, 13 Jul 2011 17:30:00 +00002011-07-13T10:30:00.239-07:00Drink RecipesShikanji is a refreshing lemon drink spiced up with black salt. The flavor and taste are truly splendid...just what you need after a long day at work during hot summer. Ingredients: Juice of 4 lemons Sugar to taste (depends on the sourness of lemons) ½ tsp Salt mix Pinch of black pepper powder 1 glass Crushed ice 1 glass ordinary water 2 glasses of Chilled water http://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/07/nimbu-shikanji-lemon-flavored-drink.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-4074737689180994322Tue, 12 Jul 2011 17:13:00 +00002011-07-12T10:13:00.391-07:00Chutney / Dip RecipesIt is delicious and strong flavored chutney which is generally made in winters. It goes well with plain Daal and Roti. Ingredients: 15 cloves of lahsun (garlic) 15 whole dry red chilies ½ cup diced raw unripe mango ½ tsp coriander powder ½ tsp cumin seeds Pinch of asafetida Salt to taste 3-4 tbsp cooking oil Method: Remove the stems and break red chilies into http://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/07/lehsun-ki-chutney-garlic-chutney.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-1809937899590495188Mon, 11 Jul 2011 17:49:00 +00002011-07-11T11:00:44.617-07:00Pickle RecipesIn this recipe fresh Lal Mirch (red pepper) is used to make pickle. If kept in air tight containers, away from moisture, it can last for months. Since the pickle serves as a flavor enhancer, it is eaten typically with the main meal. Ingredients: 10 whole fresh red chilies 1 tbsp sarson (ground yellow mustard seeds) 1 tsp fenugreek seeds 1 tbsp fennel seeds ½ tsp cumin seedshttp://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/07/achari-lal-mirch-red-chili-pickle.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-3112015871606121419Sun, 10 Jul 2011 17:18:00 +00002011-07-10T10:18:00.532-07:00Green Vegetable RecipesSnake gourd/Potlakaya/Chichinda is another Indian gourd variety with which you can make many dishes. First time I ate snake gourd when I went to Hyderabad to stay. In this recipe I have added roasted besan to stir fried sliced snake gourd. It goes well as a side dish with Daal and Roti. Ingredients: 2 medium Snake gourds /Potlakaya / Chichinda ½ tsp Mustard Seeds 1 tsp Chana Dal 2http://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/07/chichinda-ki-sabji-snake-gourd.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-6812588421177630009Sat, 09 Jul 2011 16:56:00 +00002011-07-09T09:56:00.155-07:00Vegetable Recipes <!--[endif]--> It is salty, tangy, sweet and spicy; altogether very tasty and gives a great taste when eaten with Parantha or Poori and Raita. Ingredients: 1 pound yellow Pumpkin Pinch of Asafetida ½ tsp Fenugreek seeds 2 Green chilies chopped 1 tbsp grated Ginger 1 tsp Red chili powder ½ tsp Turmeric powder 1 tsp Coriander powder Salt to taste ½ tsp Garam masala powder 1 http://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/07/khatta-meetha-kaddu-sweet-and-sour.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-8763399132293726852Fri, 08 Jul 2011 17:07:00 +00002011-07-08T10:07:00.275-07:00Besan/ChickPea Flour Recipes Tangy, tasty Tomato Kadhi goes well with plain boiled rice and Aloo Ki Sookhi Sabji. Ingredients: For the Kadhi: 2 cups yogurt ( sour) 4 cups water 2 big red tomatoes chopped fine 1 medium onion chopped fine 2 tbsp gram flour (besan) 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp coriander powder 1 tsp red chili powder ½ tsp mustard seeds ½ tsp cumin seeds ½ tsp fenugreek http://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/07/tamatar-kadhi.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-7133648027877902102Thu, 07 Jul 2011 17:34:00 +00002011-07-07T10:34:00.545-07:00Lamb/Goat RecipesSoup Recipes Shorba is a spicy version of the soup. Just add sliced onion, ginger, coriander leaves, mint leaves, and the usual whole spices in meat and cook. My husband loves to eat Meat Shorba with pieces of Roti dipped in it during cold winter days. Ingredients: 2 pounds Lamb meat with bone, washed and cut into bite size pieces 2 tbsp butter 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste ½ tsphttp://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/07/gosht-shorba-spicy-meat-soup.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-5418013477922068528Wed, 06 Jul 2011 17:03:00 +00002011-07-06T12:16:30.301-07:00Pulses/Dals/Lentils RecipesSnacks Vegetarian Recipe Nutritious, crispy, pancake is made with Green Gram Flour, grated boiled potato and spices. Ingredients: 2 cups Moong flour (Green Gram Flour) 1 medium potato, boiled and grated 2-3 green chilies chopped fine One bunch of green coriander leaves chopped fine 1”ginger piece grated ½ tsp cumin seeds Pinch of asafetida ( hing) 1 tsp chaat masala (available in Indian http://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/07/crispy-moong-dal-cheela-green-gram.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-752852759423315610Tue, 05 Jul 2011 16:02:00 +00002011-08-28T04:47:33.354-07:00Chutney / Dip Recipes Chutney is made with Sautéed pureed green tomatoes with green chilies and unripe mango. This tangy spicy chutney goes well with savory item as well as main meal. Ingredients: 4-6 green tomatoes, coarsely chopped 1 medium sized onions, coarsely chopped 10 green chilies chopped (hot chilies) ½ cup raw unripe mango (kairi) chopped (or lemon juice) 2 tbsp cookinghttp://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/07/hare-tamaatar-ki-chutney-green-tomato.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-3504442170748533108Mon, 04 Jul 2011 17:09:00 +00002011-07-04T10:09:00.200-07:00Indian Flat Breads-Roti/Naan RecipesBajrey ki Roti goes well with almost any gravy type vegetarian or non-vegetarian dish. Ingredients: 2 cups millet flour (Bajre ka Atta) Warm water to make dough 1 tsp Salt to taste Butter/ghee to apply on Roti Method: Put the millet flour and salt in a large deep mixing bowl. Make a well in the center. Pour a very small amount of water into this well and starthttp://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/05/bajrey-ki-roti-millet-pan-fried-flat.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-5619646961604871414Sun, 03 Jul 2011 17:21:00 +00002011-07-03T19:30:00.494-07:00Snacks Vegetarian RecipePapads or Poppadoms are salty (usually spicy) crispy thin wafers. These are served as a side dish to a meal or as an appetizer or snack. Ingredients: 6 Urad Dal papad medium size ½ cup boiled mashed potato 2 tbsp green peas 1 small onion finely chopped 2 green chilies chopped fine ½ tsp red chili powder ¼ tsp turmeric powder ¼ tsp amchoor powderhttp://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/06/stuffed-papads-thin-indian-wafers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-164040082587761297Sat, 02 Jul 2011 17:00:00 +00002011-07-02T10:51:20.777-07:00Indian Flat Breads-Paratha RecipesDelicious Hari Pyaz Ka Paratha is an irresistible recipe of mixing the chopped scallion/green onion/spring onion and green chilies in wheat flour. Serve with Sabji and Raita of your choice. Ingredients: 1 cup whole-wheat flour 1 cup maida (All Purpose Flour) 1 cup chopped green onion 2 green chilies finely chopped 1 tsp Stuffed Paratha Masala (available in Indian Grocery http://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/07/hari-pyaz-ka-paratha-scallion-pan-fried.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-2885010876235137996Fri, 01 Jul 2011 02:07:00 +00002011-06-30T19:07:00.538-07:00Oats Indian Recipes Phirni is a creamy based dessert from North India traditionally made with rice. Here I have made Phirni with Oats flavored with mango. Serve chilled. Ingredients: ¼ cup Quaker Oats - Old Fashioned ¾ cup Water Half pinch of salt 1 cup Half and Half Milk Sugar according to taste 2 big mangoes peeled and diced Method: In a bowl take Oats and salt; cook in a http://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/06/oats-mango-phirni.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-2942502492558553215Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:48:00 +00002011-06-29T05:04:26.526-07:00Chicken RecipesChicken cooked in sauce of fried onions and tomato with lots of fresh green Cilantro (coriander leaves). Ingredients: 5 skinless boneless chicken thighs, each cut into 6 pieces, washed, dried For the Marinade: 1tbsp vegetable oil 1 tsp chicken Tandoori Masala (available in Indian Grocery Stores) 1 tbsp lemon juice ¼ cup plain yogurt Salt to taste http://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/01/hare-dhaniye-wala-murg-cilantro-chicken.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-319942519574526845Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:56:00 +00002011-06-28T06:56:00.682-07:00Snacks Vegetarian Recipe It is a great evening snack item. Soaked Puffed rice or Murmure are seasoned with mustard seeds, curry leaves, green chilies, roasted peanuts and lime juice. Ingredients: 2 cups Puffed Rice (Murmure)1 medium onion chopped fine1 tbsp peanuts2-3 green chilies chopped3-4 curry leaves½ tsp red chili powder½ tsp turmeric powder1 medium tomato chopped http://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/06/murmure-ka-upma-seasoned-puffed-rice.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-8511915945498490122Sun, 26 Jun 2011 16:31:00 +00002011-06-26T09:31:00.530-07:00Green Vegetable RecipesThe long podded cowpea beans are called as asparagus beans or snake beans or Chinese long beans. These are known as Borboti in Bengali and Eeril in Goa, India. Smaller or younger beans, that have a lighter shade of green and a soft texture, provide a tender, meatier and sweeter taste. In this recipe the beans are seasoned with Indian spices and are paired with potatoes. Ingredients: 1http://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/06/long-podded-cowpea-chinese-long-beans.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3221517298141508618.post-168617494166322791Fri, 24 Jun 2011 16:17:00 +00002011-06-24T16:27:38.638-07:00Chicken Recipes Chicken is cooked in a rich sauce of onions, yogurt and nuts. It could be served with Baghara Chaawal (Fried Rice) or Stir fried Indian Flatbread and a vegetable. Ingredients: 2 pounds chicken cut into 2 inch pieces washed and drained 2 cups plain yogurt 10 raw almond powdered ¼ cup heavy cream Onion Masala: ¼ cup vegetable oil 1 tsp cumin seedshttp://nidhiraizada.blogspot.com/2011/06/shahi-chicken-korma.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Nidhi Raizada)4