Mainstays

Mainstays

Southern Chicken Fry

If you are looking for a change from the north Indian style chicken preparations, then this a good option. If you have kids at home, it may be a good idea to tone down the spice hit with fewer red chilies. This is a recent addition to our family dinner table but has been quite a regular since we started.

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Homestyle Asian Cauliflower

A versatile meal accompaniment, the homestyle Asian Cauliflower adds a nice mix of health and taste. Since there is no deep frying involved this dish sits lightly on the stomach. I personally prepare this quite often at home and the family never feels bored of this comfort food.

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Paneer Methi Malai

Contrary to what the name suggests, this dish is quite light and is a regular at our home. My twenty-year old son loves it and ensures nothing is left over for another day. This a versatile menu and goes well with different accompaniments i.e. rice, roti, paratha or pulao. One advice from my...

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Dahi Baingan with Panch Phoron ( Eggplant in Yoghurt)

This is essentially my mother’s recipe but I have added on my  very own improvisation to it. The good thing about this dish is it can be prepared and stored as can be served cool or at room temperature. Ideal for dinner guests, parties and family get togethers, the Dahi Baingan with Panch Phoron can be served at Lunch or Dinner. It teams well with parathas, naan, steamed rice or pulao.

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Shakshouka – A One Pot Meal

This is an unique egg dish that is easy to make, looks great and can be had at any of the mealtimes. This is a middle eastern dish and the name in Arabic means “all mixed up”. he Shakshouka is usually served with Pita bread but I often substitute the Pita with our own Kulcha. If you are gluten-intolerant corn tortillas can be a good substitute.

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