Uttar Pradesh Cuisine

Milky seviyan/seviyan kheer/seviyan payasam (Sheer khurma)

Servings: 10 Preparation time: 10 minutes. Frying time: 4 minutes. Cooking time: 25 minutes. Total time: 39 minutes. “Sheer khurma” a traditional dessert, which is made of vermicelli, milk , ghee, dry fruits and dates; often had this dish when we visited one of my friend’s house on the festive occasion of Eid-ul-fitr; surrounded by […]

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Spring onion pakoda (evening snakes)

Servings: 2-3 Preparation time: 10 minutes. Frying time: 4-5 minutes(each batch). Total time: 15 minutes I’ve experimented with so many recipes using spring onion, exploring its versatility in different dishes as Spring Onion Aaloo Sabji, Spring Onion Thepla, Stuffed Spring Onion Paratha, Spring Onion Paratha etc. Today, I decided to make something crispy and indulgent—spring

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Tamater (tomato) ki khatti-mitthi chutney

Servings: Preparation time: 10-12 minutes. Cooking time: 15-16 minutes. Total time: 28 minutes. “Tamater (Tomato) ki Khatti Mitthi Chutney” is a tangy and sweet condiment that perfectly balances the flavours of ripe tomatoes with a hint of sweetness and spice. This chutney is a staple in many Indian households and is often served as a

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Bharwan shimla mirch (Stuffed Capsicum)

Servings: 4 Preparation time: 10 minutes. Frying time: 9 minutes. Cooking time: 4 minutes. Total time: 23 minutes. “Stuffed Capsicum”, also known as “Bharwa Shimla Mirch”, is a delicious and versatile dish that is enjoyed across various regions of India. This dish features bell peppers (capsicums) that are hollowed out and filled with a flavourful

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Green peas curry (godila / nimona)

I learned the recipe “Green Peas Curry”/ Nimona” from my mother-in-law, who has always been a source of inspiration in the kitchen. Nimona is often enjoyed during the winter months when fresh peas are in season, it pairs beautifully with Steamed Rice or Indian breads like Roti or Paratha. “Green Peas Curry”, also known as

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