Paneer Handi is yet another delicious preparation of Paneer. Basically handi is deep narrow-mouthed cooking pot . This curry is prepared in handi, hence the name "Paneer Handi". Again this is a North Indian delicacy, any curry related to Paneer is from North Indian cuisine. Paneer is also quite popular with kids as most of the recipes are on sweeter side. Each and every Paneer curry has it's own unique taste. For Paneer Handi, Paneer cubes are marinated in yogurt and spices and then added to gravy. So no cream in this recipe hence it is little bit lighter than other Paneer curries like Paneer Makhani, Paneer Butter Masala or Shahi Paneer. Ingredients 1 1/2 Cup cubed Paneer( Recipe for homemade Paneer ) 3 Tbs Yogurt, beaten 1/4 tsp chili powder Pinch of turmeric Salt as per taste 2 tbs Chopped Cilantro 2-3 green chilies sliced lengthwise 1 tsp+ 1/2 tsp garam masala 2 medium onions cut into quarters 3 medium tomatoes cut into quarters 1 inch ginger sliced 1/2 ...

Keema means any kind of minced meat. We had these rolls at my friends house and  loved it and so made these again at home the other day. They are somewhat similar to Sloppy Joe's but unlike sloppy Joe's these vegetarian rolls are not 'messy' to eat. I have used soya granules instead of meat for making perfect Keema. I got Ruchi brand soya granules. They come in 3 variety i.e chunks, mini chunks and granules so make sure you buy granules. Onions, tomatoes and chili's are finely chopped and sauteed with soya granules to make this delicious keema. It is also good to eat with Roti. I have used Italian sub rolls as they are perfect to hold that heavy filling. Ingredients 1 1/2 Cup Soya Granules(cooked according to package instructions) 3 garlic cloves crushed 2 inch ginger grated 1 tbsp Canola oil 1 medium onion chopped 1 medium tomato chopped 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 3-4 green chili's chopped 1 tbsp Meat masala(Got it from Indian store, any brand is f...

Dal is an Indian word for lentil. Lentils are a staple ingredient in Indian Cuisine. There are variety of preparations for these lentils and Dal is one of them. Dal is somewhere between soup and stew. Mainly the consistency depends on individual's taste. I like it little bit thick. Dal is a eaten regularly with rice or roti in India. Vegetarians get their proteins from lentils hence there are various preparations of Dal. Each lentil has it's own taste and by mix and match of lentils you get a scrumptious bowl of Dal. I have used four types of lentils in this recipe. Ingredients 1/2 Cup Mix Dal/lentils(Toor, Chana, Urad and Moong) 1 small onion chopped 2 medium tomatoes chopped 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste 1 tsp Chili Powder 1 tsp Lime juice Salt as per taste Chopped fresh cilantro For tempering 1 tsp canola oil 1/8 tsp mustard seeds 1/4 tsp cumin seeds 3 cloves Pinch of asafoetida 1/4 tsp turmeric powder Method Soak all lentils in water for about 3-4 hours. Dra...

Chili Cheese Toast is this amazing mixture of cheese, pepper, chili and onions spread on a toasted bread and grilled in the oven until cheese is all melted and gooey. Even while writing this my mouth is watering :-). I had these cheesy toasts  at a PYC restaurant in Pune. My sis-in-law insisted me to eat these and it was so mouthwatering that I couldn't stop eating it :). And then I ate it again for breakfast in another restaurant which had buffet for breakfast. I tried making them at home and for first couple of times they came out little bit dry, then my mother-in-law suggested to add white sauce in the chili cheese mixture and  they turned out great. Ingredients 15 Bread slices(wheat or white) 1 1/2 Green Bell Pepper finely chopped 1 Medium Onion finely chopped 10 Green chili's finely chopped 2 tbsp chopped cilantro Salt and Pepper as per taste 1 8oz package of shredded Mozzarella cheese For White Sauce 2 tsp unsalted butter 1 tbsp flour 1/2 cup milk Salt and...

Spinach is very nutritious leafy green vegetable and is also a good source of vitamins and iron. There are so many preparations of this leafy green vegetable but it can also be eaten raw in salads or sandwiches. My mom makes this palak sabzi in yogurt gravy. In Marathi we call it palkachi takatli bhaji(पालकाची ताकातली भाजी). It goes great with rice or roti. This is a typical marathi bhaji/sabzi. Ingredients 1 bunch spinach (Washed and chopped) 2 tbs raw peanuts (soaked in water overnight or for 3-4 hrs) 1 tbs chana dal (soaked in water along with peanuts) 3/4 cup yogurt + 2 cup water(mix together to make buttermilk) 2 tbs chickpea flour(बेसन) 2 tsp sugar Salt as per taste For tempering 1 tbs canola oil 1/4 tsp mustard seeds 1/8 tsp cumin seeds 1/4 tsp turmeric powder pinch of asafoetida 2 green chili's 5-6 curry leaves Method Pressure cook spinach along with soaked peanuts and chana dal. Once spinach is cooked add chickpea flour and mix. Heat a kadhai, add cano...

Traditionally this sandwich is made with meat(thinly sliced pieces of steak) and cheese stuffed in a long roll. But I ate vegetarian version of this sandwich at a mall and loved it . In vegetarian version, mushrooms along with peppers and onions are added as a substitute for meat. Mushroom has that meaty taste so they go pretty well in this sandwich. Ingredients 4 hot dog rolls or hogie rolls 2 tsp canola oil 1 cup sliced white button mushrooms 1/2 cup sliced red bell pepper  1/2 cup sliced green bell pepper 1/2 cup sliced onions 1 Jalapeno sliced into rings 4 slices Provolone cheese Mayo or ketchup as required Method First saute sliced mushrooms in a tsp of canola oil. Saute until nice and brown. To get perfect brown color spread them evenly without crowding in a pan. After mushrooms are nicely browned remove them on a paper towel. Add remaining 1 tsp oil and saute all the veggies until nicely charred but crisp to eat. Remember to add Jalapenos last while sauteing veggies. Mix...

Aloo paratha is a specialty from North India. Over there aloo paratha's are eaten for breakfast with just a blob of butter. But it also makes a good lunch, brunch or dinner. I have tried to spice up the regular recipe for aloo paratha by using nice aromatic seeds and grinding them to make a spice mixture for our spiced up aloo paratha's. Ingredients 6-7 medium potatoes boiled, peeled and mashed 1 small onion finely chopped 1 tbsp chopped Coriander leaves 1/4 tsp dry mango powder(amchur) 1/8 tsp red chili powder 2 green chili's finely chopped Salt as per taste Canola oil as required for pan frying Spice Mixture 1/8 tsp Cumin seeds 1/8 tsp Fennel seeds 1/8 tsp Mustard seeds 1/8 tsp Coriander seeds 1/8 tsp Fenugreek seeds For dough 1 1/2 Whole Wheat Flour(Approximately) + few for dusting Water as required to knead the dough Couple of pinches salt 1 tsp of canola oil + few for kneading Method Combine wheat flour, salt, oil and water as required little b...