Aam Lhassi
Posted by Darlene 1/19/2002 7:25 pm
Source: Mark Satterly
1 cup diced fresh mango 1/2 cup orange juice, chilled 3 tablespoons clear honey 2 cups rich milk, chilled 1 pinch garden rose petals, optional
Combine mango, orange juice and sweetener in food processor. Blend for 1 1/2 minutes. Pour milk into processor and process till it has […]
Indian Potatoes
8 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil 3/4 teaspoon yellow asafetida powder 1/2 teaspoon ground rosemary 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 3 cups sour cream 1 tablespoon melted butter 2 teaspoons salt 1/2 cup water 1 teaspoon sweet paprika 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Boil the potato slices in lightly […]
Cucumbers and Tomatoes in Yogurt (Raita)
2 medium cucumbers 2 scallions (with tops), chopped 1 teaspoon salt 2 medium tomatoes, chopped 1/2 clove garlic, minced 2 tablespoons minced cilantro 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 cup plain yogurt
Cut cucumbers lengthwise into halves. Scoop out seeds; chop cucumbers. Mix cucumbers, scallions and salt; let stand […]
Fried Cakes
2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup milk 1/2 cup butter 1 package active dry yeast 1 tablespoon warm water Butter or margarine
Sift flour and cinnamon together. Mix flour and milk to a smooth paste. Add sugar and butter and cook, stirring constantly, until thick and clear. Remove […]
Kekada Chat (Crab Malabar)
1 pound cooked crab meat, fresh or frozen and thawed 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 or 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 teaspoons paprika 1/2 teaspoon thyme 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste 3 cups coarsely diced fresh tomatoes Salt, to taste 2 scallions, […]
Traditional South Indian Christmas Cake
In India’s Kerala state, Christians buy or make Christmas cakes to give away.
4 ounces diced orange peel (candied or plain) 1 1/2 cups golden raisins 1/2 cup currants 1/2 cup cashews 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom 2 tablespoons vanilla extract 6 tablespoons brandy 2 […]
Coconut Curry Chicken
Source: Food & Wine magazine - December 2000
You can make the dish ahead, and refrigerate for up to two days.
1/4 cup whole unsalted cashews 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces Salt 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/4 teaspoon black mustard seeds 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds 1/4 […]
Gajar Ki Kheer (Carrot Pudding)
4 cups milk 2 tablespoons long-grain rice 2 cups firmly packed peeled and grated carrots 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons slivered blanched almonds 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom 1 teaspoon rose water (optional) 1/4 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
Combine the milk and rice in a large, heavy saucepan and […]
Jallebis (Sweet “Pretzels”)
Jallebis are made in India only by professionals in pans 2 to 3 feet across!
1 package yeast 1/4 cup warm water 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup rice flour or cornstarch 1 1/2 cups water 1/4 teaspoon saffron or a few drops yellow food coloring Oil for deep frying 3 cups granulated […]
Crunchy Almond Chicken (Pakistan)
1 cup blanched slivered almonds 1 clove garlic 1 thin slice ginger root 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 (2 1/2 to 3 pound) broiler-fryer chicken, cut up 1/3 cup butter or margarine, melted
Place almonds, garlic and ginger root in blender container; cover and […]
Basic Balti Sauce
4 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 Spanish onions, chopped 3 garlic cloves, chopped 2 tablespoons finely chopped ginger 4 green chiles, chopped Seeds from 10 cardamom pods 1 tablespoon ground coriander 1 tablespoon paprika 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon ground turmeric 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground fenugreek 1 teaspoon mustard powder […]
Ekoori
3 tablespoons butter or vegetable oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon peeled and finely grated ginger 1 fresh hot green chile, finely chopped 1 tablespoon finely chopped coriander 1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 small tomato, peeled and chopped 6 large eggs, lightly beaten Salt and pepper to taste
Melt butter […]
Coconut Rice
2 tablespoons oil or margarine 3/4 cup chopped onion 4 to 5 whole cloves 2 cinnamon sticks 5 cardamom buds, crushed (optional) 3 whole bay leaves 1/8 teaspoon ground fresh or powdered ginger 2 cloves garlic, mashed 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk 3 cups water 2 cup rice 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup cashews […]
Cauliflower with Spices (Baghari Phool Gobi)
If black mustard seed is not available, substitute yellow mustard seed.
1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons black mustard seed 1 teaspoon fennel seed 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper 1 small head cauliflower, separated into florets 1/2 teaspoon salt
Heat oil in 12-inch […]
Puris (Fried Bread Puffs)
These deflate as they cool, so bring them to the table as soon as they are cooked.
1 cup whole wheat flour 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Combine flours, salt and oil in a bowl and make a stiff dough by adding water. Knead dough for 10 to […]
Gulab Jamun
1 cup instant nonfat dry milk 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 pinches baking soda 3 tablespoons melted ghee 3 to 4 tablespoons milk 1 cup light brown sugar 3 cups water 7 cardamom pods 2 cups oil 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
In a large bowl, mix dry milk powder, flour, baking soda and ghee; using […]
Hearty Pulse and Beef Soup (Maushawa — Afghanistan)
6 cups water 1/2 cup dried red kidney beans 1/2 cup dried green split peas 1/3 cup uncooked regular rice 1 medium onion, chopped 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/2 pound beef boneless round steak, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1 (16 ounce) can whole tomatoes (with liquid) 1 teaspoon […]
Savory Lentils (Dal)
This is the perfect side dish for spicy-hot foods. Sometimes it is served over rice to make it a heartier side dish.
3 cups water 1 cup dried lentils or split peas 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 […]
Bhakari
Serve this whole-wheat bread from the Gujarat region of India as you would pita bread. It’s good for dipping, and tastes great all by itself.
2 cups whole-wheat flour 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/4 cup milk 1/2 cup water
Combine the flour, salt, oil, milk, and half the water in a bowl. Mix using […]
Eggplant with Yogurt Sauce (Bonjan Borani — Afghanistan)
1 medium onion, sliced 1/4 cup olive oil or vegetable oil 1 (1 1/2 pound) eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch slices 1 cup plain yogurt 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 tablespoons snipped fresh mint leaves or 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed dried mint leaves 1/2 teaspoon […]
