Ajwain or Ajowan caraway, better known as carom seed in the western cuisines, is a tiny yellowish roughly oval seed of the carom plant widely used in the Indian and Western Asian cuisines in small quantities as a ... More »
If you are a beef addict, here is a special beef recipe for you. Chef Belucci shows how to make delicious beef curry using bishop weeds. These tiny weeds also called ajwain, aid in digestion and also enhance the flavor of the dish. - 114.319
Apparently, these Whole Wheat Gaund Panjiri Sweets are given to pregnant women to keep them warm during winter. The Gaund (or Gond) is a natural edible gum. Manjula shows us how to make this dish in this video. Watch, learn, make and enjoy! - 151.514
Put fennel and coriander seeds in water and bring to a boil.
After 5 minutes, add the tea leaves, sugar, ajwain and stir.
Remove from fire.
Brew for 5 minutes.
Strain and serve hot or cold as desired. - 27.1219
Kachalu pickle is called a taro pickle in english. Spiced with garlic, ajwain and chili pepper, the kachalu pickle or taro pickle is simple and savory and goes well with all sorts of meals. - 27.922
Paneer paratha is a filling and delicious prepartion of flatbreads cooked with paneer filling or stuffing. Flavored with ajwain and coriander, the paneer paratha can be served with potato curries or coriander chutneys. - 39.2224
Mix the wheat flour and besan together. Add oil, salt, red chilly powder, dhaniya, jeera, kala jeera and ajwain. Mix well. Make a stiff dough. Roll into small and thick rotis and roast. Brush slightly with melted ghee. Serve hot with Shahi Gatte. - 29.487
Cut the paneer into small cubes.
Mix the plain flour and 1/2 teaspoon salt in 1 teacup of water.
Mix the chilli powder, amchur powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt and ajwain.
Dip the paneer pieces into the batter. Deep fry the paneer pieces in oil.
Roll them into the... - 39.4425
1. Mix onion, tomatoes, chilli powder, coriander powder, ajwain, ginger-garlic paste, paneer, chaat masala, potatoes, beetroot, salt and pepper.
2. Mix the mixture with rice and mash it well by hands.
3. Make flat balls and shape it in heart shape using... - 31.0397
Sift flour and salt into a large bowl.
Rub in butter and mix in cracked wheat and ajwain.
Add water, a little at a time, and knead to make a stiff, pliable dough.
Add move water if needed.
Pinch off lemon-sized balls of dough and roll on a floured surface... - 41.9197
Peel khattas and chop 3 of them.
Peel suran and cut into pieces and boil.
Cool completely.
Roast fenugreek seeds over slow fire and powder them.
Crush raw ajwain into coarse powder.
Break red chillies into large pieces.
Mix together all these... - 40.9639
Skin, deseed and cut mangoes into fingers.
Place in a thali and apply a little mustard oil to them.
Roast methi over a slow fire on a griddle and powder fine.
Crush raw ajwain to a rough powder.
Apply these with salt, chilli and turmeric powders to mango... - 42.0418
Who said that only the Maouri people eat Taro? Well, here is an excellent Indian dish that uses Taro as its main ingredient. The aroma of the carom seeds make this dish extra fabulous! Enjoy making this awesome dish from this video! - 145.634
Wash ,then skin and grate the radish.
Now add all the ingredients together and about 1/2 tbspn oil in the flour (from flour to salt ).
Knead the dough well .(will not need water as the radish has water content ).
Divide the dough into equal sized balls.
Roll... - 43.7771
Method
1.Heat the oil in a tava on a high flame. Add the ajwain and cook for a few seconds. Add the onion and fry again for 1/2 minute.
2.Add the tomatoes and fry again for 1 minute. Add the chilli and turmeric powders and the pav bhaji masala and fry for 1... - 35.1385
1 The spices should be absolutely dry. Dry grind to a powder. Sieve and powder the residue again. Store in a clean, airtight container. Will keep well for at least 6 months. - 25.6204
1. Blend all the ingredients into a fine batter.
2. Cut paneer into 1 1/2 inch cubes and keep aside.
3. Put all paneer cubes in this batter and bake them. - 29.2751
1 Put all the ingredients in a blender and grind to a fine powder. Sieve and grind the residue again, if needed. Store in a dry airtight container. Keeps well indefinitely. - 24.2801
1.Measure 2 cups of White Flour and pour it in a bowl.
2.Mix in 1 Teaspoon of Salt.
3.Mix in 1 Teaspoon of Ajwain Seeds.
4.Mix together.
5.Then, add in 1/2 a cup of either Crisco or Vegatable Oil.
6.Grind together using your hands.
DO NOT MAKE A DOUGH... - 33.1293
Grate the tomatoes.
Slice the ginger.
Boil the potatoes and cut into big pieces. sprinkle the chaat masala, dhanageera powder chilli powder to the to the potatoes.
Roast the Anardanna and powder them.
Heat the oil in a vessel. Add the grated tomatoes and... - 41.1259
Cut paneer into cubes. Make a thick mixture of flour, salt, asofoetiaginger, turmeric, ajwain, garam and tandoori masalas. Sprinkle 2-3 tbsp. water if necessary. Add 1/2 tbsp. ghee, mix well. Use mixture to marinate paneer cubes for 30 minutes. Grill until... - 34.1545
My friends love this Assorted Pakora Recipe. Assorted Pakora is a delicious Indian snack. It is also a very popular marriage party snack in India. During Ramadan, the month of fasting, Assorted Pakoras are often eaten by Muslims during Iftar. It is a good... - 41.0204
1. Remove stalks from the papri, wash and cut each pod into the desired number of pieces. Wash thoroughly once again.
2. Put four cups of water in a medium sized vessel. Bring to boil. Add salt, turmeric and lastly the vegetable. Allow to cook on an open... - 28.3721
Boil corn on the cob and remove corn from the cob.
Keep aside with 1/2 cup corn water.
Fry chopped ingredients in 1 tbl..
sp.
of oil.
Until onion is soft.
Then add tomatoes, ajwain, salt and pepper and fry for a minute.
Remove from fire and... - 38.3864
Pachranga achar is a mixed pickle made with raw mangoes, chickpeas and lotus stems. Spiced with mixed spices, the pachranga achar is sealed with oil and can be stored for upto a year and used. - 37.6467
Bread Pakora is simply tasty. Bread Pakora gets its taste from flour mixed with chilli powder and coated with bread. Bread Pakora is loved by many people. - 41.5306
Gobi Parantha is a delicious Indian cuisine. Gobi Parantha gets its taste from cauliflower filling. Gobi Parantha is inspired by many food joints across the world. - 46.0262
1. Sift maida, salt & baking powder. Add ajwain.
2. Cut butter into small pieces & rub it gently with your finger tips into the maida till it starts resembling fine bread crumbs.
3. Make a dough with ice cold water with minimum handling. Knead lightly. Wrap... - 42.6397
1. Mix besan, soda, salt, red chilli pd. and ajwain.
2. Add enough milk gradually, to get a thick batter.
3. Beat the batter well till light.
4. Mix all ingredients of the filling, adding enough lemon juice to make a thick paste.
5. Cut paneer into slices... - 42.8153
1. Put the rajmah into a pressure cooker along with salt, pinch of soda and a dry red chilli.
2. After 2 whistles lower the flame and leave it for about 20 minutes. Then switch off the gas.
3. Heat a pan and add ajwain seeds and then the garlic paste.
4. When... - 37.3775
Place the flour after sieving it in a thali. Add the chopped onions, green chillies, coriander and fenugreek leaves. Also add the crushed ajwain seeds, sugar and salt. Mix well, then make a hole in the centre of the flour and pour in hot water, a little at a... - 31.5052
GETTING READY
1) Preheat the oven to 200°C.
MAKING
2) In a pan, saute the onions and garlic in the oil until the onions are soft.
3) Stir in the red chilli powder, ajwain powder, salt and pureed tomatoes and blend well.
4) Then, stir in the Maggi Tomato... - 44.7975
Mix salt, turmeric powder and chilli powder into the flour.
Slightly crush jeera / ajwain and add to the flour with finely cut spinach leaves.
Add 2 tea spoons of oil. This helps puris to puff up well.
Make dough as you make for regular rotis/ chapati.... - 46.0475
Cut the paneer into even sized pieces.
Make a fine paste by mixing the other ingredients & apply it evenly in the pieces of paneer.
Put in on a skeuer & cook it on tandoor or a griller.
Garnish with chaat masala. - 33.7777
This Bhakri makes a delicious meal ! I love this irresistibly seasoned Indian flatbread with savory coriander dip. Try out this Bhakri and let me know if you like it ! - 29.9441
Fillet fish or cut into thick slices through the bone, as preferred.
Wash and drain thoroughly.
Combine ingredients for batter in a bowl and beat till smooth, adding a little water if necessary.
Place fish in batter and marinate for about 40 minutes.
Heat oil... - 41.4412
Mix all ingredients together and add one tablespoon very hot oil.
Mix well and then add enough water to make a stiff dough.
Knead well.
Put mixture into an icing tube with a star-shaped nozzle and press out one-inch strips into hot oil.
Fry till crisp, taking... - 36.9366
Try this Punjabi paneer dish. Carefully combined spices ranging from ajwain to shahjeera, make this a real culinary treat. According to the wikipedia Ajwain are traditionally known as a digestive aid and an antiemetic (An anti-emetic is a drug that is... - 55.6956
Want your carrots with a little twist of spice? Indian Chef Manjula shows a simple carrot curry that is mildly spicy but very aromatic with spices. She explains the dish very clearly for everyone to understand. A must try recipe for everyone as its healthy... - 106.454
Are you looking for simple way to make Jalebi Paratha? This recipe is perfect for you. My friends love this recipe .Jalebi Paratha is a delicious flatbread Indian dish. During Ramadan, Muslims from the Indian subcontinent (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh), often... - 42.4854
Amritsarwali paneer is yummy paneer cooked with onion, capsicum and spices. A popular Punjabi dish, the paneer cooked barbecue style is a wonderful dish whether for your everyday meal or a special occasion. - 41.6279
* Grind nicely the garlic with 1/4 cup water, filter and take out that water.
* With the rice flour add besan, chilli powder, salt, jeera or ajwain, garlic water, ghee or butter and add water and mix as chapatti dough.
* Heat oil in a heavy bottomed pan,... - 39.6707
For the dough
1. Sieve the flour with salt and sugar. Mix well.
2. Make a well in the center and crumble yeast in the center.
3. Sprinkle 1/2 teacup of warm water over the yeast. Wait for a few minutes.
4. Mix the yeast in the flour and add enough water to... - 42.7019
1. Cut capsicum into 3/4" square pieces, removing the seeds.
2. Cut onions into four pieces & separate them. Cut tomatoes into four pieces. If they are large, cut into eight pieces.
3. Cut paneer into 3/4" thick cubes.
4. Prepare dry masala powder by grinding... - 39.5365
Marinate keema with black vinegar and salt for around 45 minutes.
Add the masala paste to the curd, mix them properly and keep aside.
Heat oil in a pan.
Add the finely chopped onions and fry till half done.
Then put the marinated keema in it and cook for... - 41.1115
Parathas or Indian fried flatbreads are popular in North India with vegetable stuffing. Here is a recipe by Madhura to make Aloo Paratha or Potato stuffed Fried Flatbread with boiled and cooked potatoes seasoned with spices. Good with a chutney! - 113.669
This Bread pakora recipe is loved by my family. Bread Pakora is a very popular Indian snack. It is generally eaten during breakfast or evening snack time. Bread Pakora goes well with chutney, but it can also be eaten with tomato sauce. Try and enjoy this... - 53.6404
The exotic flavors of Indian cuisine all wrapped into one. A popular Indian dish, the Tandoori Pomfret is all about the Indian condiments and spices that make your fish real delicious. Savor the subtle flavor and juicy taste of the Tandoori pomfret marinated... - 55.9558
Surati Oondhiyu is one of the best Western Indian curries that I've ever tasted. This is not only about mixed vegetables, its about a delicious blend of vegetables as well as crunchy fried flour fries. Please do try this Surati Oondhiyu with chapattis as... - 47.5925
1. Grind chhoti illaichi, laung, dalchini and ajwain together. Keep this dry masala aside.
2. Keep the curd in a fine strainer or tie in a muslin cloth for 15 minutes.
3. Add salt, chilli pd. and enough colour to give the curd a bright orange colour.
4. Cover... - 41.1815
Trim vegetables, wash garlic pods and green garlic.
Mix ground spices with all ingredients.
Line matka with banana leaves, mango leaves and flowers.
Place a layer of vegetables inside.
Put meat on top and then well-washed eggs.
Cover with remaining... - 45.1152
Want an Indian version of crackers? Or if you are someone who love Indian food or just love snacking or simply restricted to crackers, then here is a recipe to bowl you over. Chef Manjula is making spicy besan paare, a crackers like snack which can be stored... - 130.794
Again if you're looking for the recipes of gujurati snacks, then you must try making this dish. You can use the it in any curry you make or you can have it with tea, as it tastes great with tea. It is called methi muthiya in Gujarati cuisine. It tastes so... - 122.35
In a large bowl take all the ingredients. Mix well.
Knead to a smooth dough by adding enough water.
Add 1 tbsp oil and knead again. Cover and keep it aside for about 1/2 an hour.
Apply little oil to your palms and make medium sized balls. Roll it with a... - 41.3277
Pinch off two small pieces of dough, each about the size of a walnut.
Roll out to a small circle about 3" in diameter.
On one side of one circle, smear a little oil.
Put the other circle down on the oily side.
Press down lightly.
Dust with dry flour.
Roll out... - 28.5929
Boil the eggs.
See the first chapter if you still don't know how to do it.
Keep them aside.
Chop the vegetables and puree the tomatoes.
You need not peel them.
Just quarter them and whizz for 30 seconds in the food processor or grinder.
Heat the oil in the... - 43.6628
1 Lightly roast the kasoori methi and crush. Mix all the topping ingredients and reserve.
2 Cut the paneer in 3 cm square pieces. Prick each cube lightly with a fork.
3 Mix all the ingredients for the marinade and marinate the paneer pieces in it for 3-4... - 35.1215
There is nothing like this Lemon Grass Tea to start off a day in a healthy way! I have substituted sugar for jaggery and also have spiced the tea, which makes it lot more flavorful and inviting! Give it a try and you will never settle for a plain version ever! - 38.3124
This Papdi is one of the best papdi versions that I've known. This crispy crunchy seasoned gram flour fries are perfect for papdi chat, an adorable mix of papri with vegetables and seasonings in yogurt ! Just try this Papdi and let me know if you like it ! - 42.7538
This Matri has been my all time favorite ! A crispy snack, I love these with a bit of savory sauces or seasonings. They taste great as it is too ! Try this Matri and let me know if you like it ! - 39.8169
Boil 5-6 cups of water in a large pan.
Add 2 tsp salt and 1 tsp sugar to the water.
Add broccoli florets to the boiling water.
As soon as the boil returns, remove from fire.
Drain.
Wipe the pieces well with a clean kitchen towel till well dried.
Spread the... - 41.2531
Blend in the blender: Onion, tomato, peas, green chilies, ginger, coriander leaves. Add water if required and make a fine paste.
Take gram flour in a bowl. Add blended paste, salt, garam masala, turmeric powder, coriander powder and water. Mix well. Make a... - 39.2572
1. To prepare the spread, mix all the ingredients and cook on low flame for about 5 minutes, till thick. Keep aside.
2. To prepare the topping, mix all ingredients, except the baby corns in a heavy bottomed pan or kadhai and then add the sliced baby corns.... - 29.2969
1. Grind drained dal fine, either in a stone grinder or mixie.
2. Use minimal water.
3. Chop all veggies into chunks.
4. Chop green chilles very fine.
5. Mix all ingredients into dal.
6. Beat with hand to blend well.
To make pancakes:
1. Add 2-3 tbsp water... - 44.0099
Prepare pizza crust by arranging sliced bread in a pie plate
Sprinkle some grated cheese.
Chop 400 gms. tomatoes discarding as many seeds as possible.
Heat oil in a pan and fry onion for two minutes.
Add tomatoes, salt, chilli powder, sugar, a pinch ajwai or... - 45.5404
Cut the bananas into 3 to 4 pieces according to their size,
Mash the bananas and mix in the ground masala. Also add the arrowroot to stiffen the mixture. Cool for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Make finger-sized slim croquettes and roll them on a wooden... - 36.332
Mix all the ingredients of base together and knead a hard dough.
Keep the dough in a warm place for 1/2 hour.
Knead the dough again with a little water for 5-10 minutes till it is pliable.
Roll out the dough into a 30 cm round base.
Prick with a fork.
Heat a... - 45.9134
If you want to learn the different variations of fish pakora, then here is the answer. Famous Indian chef Sanjay presents here, by how many different ways you can prepare the crunchy and delicious fish fritters. These are going to be the main attraction of... - 145.663
Manjula has come up with a traditional Indian snack which is very similar to salty crackers. Like all her other recipes, this one is also easy to follow and made easily. This is a make ahead snack and can be stored in airtight jars for more than a fortnight.... - 128.143
This Diwali surprise your family and friends with these traditional crispy chorafali. Take a look at this video that demonstrates how to make some absolutely crispy and super delicious chorafali in your kitchen. The video is nicely explained and offers great... - 20.5141
The vegetable samosa is a popular Indian snack that you would love to have at tea time. Enjoy making it at home and treating your family and friends to something special for tea today. - 50.9067
1. Clean and prepare the vegetables. If using tiny papri keep whole and string it from both sides and place in salted water. Cut the brinjals into four and leave intact at the stem and place in salted water. Cut the sweet potato into thick slices, and the... - 29.2996
Mirchi Bajji is a common Indian tea-time snack. Though it involves deep-frying, this snack can be enjoyed once in a while for its hot and tangy taste. - 46.1717
A hot bowl of Rawalpindi chole is a delicacy to enjoy, when it is served with steaming rice or Indian breads like naan, roti, bature etc. It is also a good source of vegetable protein, fiber and loads of minerals. You can make it little less spicy, if you ... - 129.608
If you're in the mood of making some Gujarati food, then you must try this special curry. Chef Bhavna shows the traditional way of making the mixed vegetable curry, step by step. It is called Undhiyu in Gujarat. Your guest and friends will be impressed if you... - 127.73
If you like Bihar you will love this Litti recipe. This recipe is just the way it is prepared in Indian homes. It is an unique and traditional Bihari dish. It goes well with chokha . You will enjoy this easy litti recipe. - 41.857
Ever since my childhood, I am having these green puris in my breakfast. My mom used to make the puris mainly in winters. She says that one should have healthy diets to combat the chilling winters. To the normal puris, I add spring onions and it becomes more... - 39.5251
Sieve both the flours together, into the shallow plate.
With the water, knead the dough.
The method is the same as for a normal chappati (see introductory section).
Keep the dough aside for a few hours before you use it.
Into the pan or karhai, pour the... - 34.1777
In the pressure cooker, heat the oil.
Drop in the onions and garlic.
Stir and cook till the onions are softened, pinkish but not brown.
Add the green chillies, oregano and mince.
Fry till the meat is lightly brown.
Add the tomatoes, sauce, salt and... - 42.0269
For the dough
1. Sieve the flour with the salt and sugar. Add the oil and mix well.
2. Make a well in the centre and crumble the yeast in the centre.
3. Sprinkle 1/2 teacup of warm water over the yeast. Wait for a few minutes.
4. Mix the yeast in the flour... - 44.3751
1. Make a soft dough by mixing potato paste, maida, ghee, salt, pepper and chilli pd. Do not add water. Chill the dough in the fridge for some time.
2. Heat oil. Add onion and green chillies. Cook till onions are transparent. Add saunf.
3. Add paneer & cook... - 41.3565
1. Chop tomatoes, onions, carrots and 2 green chillies. Add 2 tsp salt and 1/2 cup water. Simmer for 20 minutes till they are tender.
2. Pass through a fine sieve or a strainer.
3. Heat the puree, add soya-bean sauce, vinegar, salt and sugar and cook for 2 to... - 41.1623
Heat the oil in the pan.
Wash the fish well, pat it dry and slip into the oil.
Fry lightly on both sides.
It will not take more than 5 minutes.
Remove it from the oil and keep aside.
Add more oil to the pan if you think you will need it.
Into it, drop the... - 42.0556
If you're looking for the perfect recipe of the gujarati khichiya papdi, then look no further. Chef Bhavna shows the traditional way of making Khichiya papdi from start to finish. Don't forget to watch the video for this amazing recipe. - 132.86
Bored of cookies and pastries, then, try this simple lightly flavored Indian Fried Crunchy Pastries. As always, chef Manjula has successfully come up with this non-complicated and easy to make recipe. The most important ingredient for the dish is carom seeds... - 114.99
Very healthy, tasty and nutritious recipe. Very nice alternative for regular stuffed paratha. It's a complete and very filling meal by itself. Good to go for kids in their lunch box or to eat on the way during picnics, outings. - 39.7207
The Besan Pares are a typical tea time snack in North India. They are spicy and crunchy, and they make a fantastic snack. If you love the Indian savory snacks in general, you will love this Besan Paare recipe. Enjoy making it and Manjula will teach you how in... - 147.626
Here is an easy marinated grilled shrimp recipe just for you. Cooking is my hobby which I have primarily learn't from my mother. Normally for lunch during holidays, I cook this seafood dish and enjoy it with my mother. You must try this marinated grilled... - 41.3486
This Kadhi Pakhori is a hot favorite of mine ! I love this irresistibly seasoned curd with spongy gram flour dumplings with my rice ! Try this Kadhi Pakhori and let me know if you like it ! - 44.3339
Dissolve sugar in boiling water.
When it is lukewarm, add yeast.
Keep it covered for ten minutes if dry yeast is used and five minutes if fresh yeast is used.
Add oil and mix.
Add flour and make a firm but pliable dough.
Knead for five to seven minutes,... - 45.4611
This recipe of Indian Fried Fish is a delightful dish. Watch this video and see how you can make this delicacy at home. The rice flour makes it really crispy. - 126.946
If you're in the mood to have an Indian snack then do try out this recipe. Kachori is a very popular snack in India. It is very easy to prepare and Kachori can be a treat to your taste buds. Watch the video as chef bhavna removes the hot kachoris from the... - 138.443
1. Heat oil in a pan and add cloves, cinnamon, green cardamom, bay leaves and cumin seeds.
2. Once the cumin seeds crackle, add ginger garlic paste. Saute for a while.
3. Add chopped onions and slit green chillies and fry till golden brown.
4. Add turmeric... - 51.9408
All those who are looking for the recipe of the kulcha should check this out. Kulecha is a sort of naan but stuffed with different ingredients. You can make onion, paneer or masala kulcha or anything that you like. You can eat it with any curry. So don't... - 135.995
Finally, we have a healthier verison of the Gobi Paratha. It might seem a bit difficult, but it is not. It is also very tasty. Anyway, if you haven't tried this yet, then you are in luck. You can now watch and learn from this video from Manjula's Kitchen.... - 146.531
