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Kundru/Tendli Fry (Ivy Gourd Fry)

Kundru/Tendli Fry (Ivy Gourd Fry)

Servings: 2-3 Preparation time: 3-4 minutes. Frying time: 10-12 minutes. Total time: 16 minutes.  Kundru, also known as Tendli or Ivy Gourd, is a popular Indian vegetable loved for its unique taste and texture. This simple yet flavourful dry or fried version is a perfect side dish for everyday meals. Lightly spiced and stir-fried until […]

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Dry Bhel-Poori

Dry Bhel-Poori

Servings: 3-4 Preparation time: 3-4 minutes. Mixing  time: 2-3 minutes. Total time: 7 minutes. “Dry Bhel Puri” is a popular Indian street snack that perfectly captures the burst of flavours in every bite. The flavours and textures of traditional chaat; but without any chutneys or moisture. it’s a delightful treat that needs no cooking; just

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Roasting the Poli

Puran Poli – A Sweet Symphony of Tradition and Taste (Maharashtra)

Servings: 4-5 Making dough time: 3-4 minutes. Making stuffing time: 18 minutes. Rolling time:2 minute (each). Frying time: 2-3 minute (each). Total time: 27 minutes. I prepared “Puran Poli” on the occasion of Ardra Nakshatra as a delightful variation to our traditional festive meal. Customary to cook dal poori on this day, which features a

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Methi/ Methy Saag (Green Fenugreek) Paratha

Methi/ Methy Saag (Green Fenugreek) Paratha

Servings: 3-4 Preparation time: 10 minutes. Rolling paratha time: 1 minute (each) Roasting paratha time: 3 minutes (each) Total time: 14 minutes. “Methy Paratha” is a traditional Indian flatbread, made using fresh fenugreek leaves (known as “methi Saag” in Hindi) and wheat flour. Popular across North India, especially during the winter season. This paratha is

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Churma(Dal-Baati)Rajasthani Sweets

Churma/Laddu (with Dal-Baati) Rajasthani Sweets

Servings: Preparation time: 8-10 minutes. Frying time: 10-12 minutes. Dry fruits frying time: 3-4 minutes. Grinding time: 3-4 minutes Re frying time: 4-5 minutes. Making laddu time: 1o minutes. Total time: 45 minutes. Recently, I cooked a traditional Rajasthani dish “Churma (with Dal-Baati)” in our pot lunch party. It was a huge hit, awesome in

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