Recipes by Hina Gujral (Page 8)

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	Ragi Rotti (Finger millet flatbread) by Hina Gujral Ragi Rotti is a simple and healthy traditional flatbread of Karnataka, finger millet flour is mixed with variety of colorful seasonal vegetables and formed into dough to make delicious breads served with variety of condiments on the side, I settled for uncomplicated Tomato Chutney tempered with mustard seeds swimming in the ghee with…	1 vote 2132 views
	Rava Idli (Steamed Semolina Dumplings) by Hina Gujral Rava Idli is a soft pillowy steamed semolina dumpling seasoned with mustard seeds, curry leaves, urad dal and cashew. There are many theories about the curation of Rava Idli but all of them are intertwined in Karnataka only, so it could be said that Rava Idli have it's roots in the state. Many food historians condemn traces of Rava…	1 vote 2478 views
	Sarson ka Saag by Hina Gujral Sarson ka Saag with Makki ki Roti is traditional and staple winter delicacy from the land of five rivers Punjab, pungent mustard leaves are stewed with other winter greens like spinach, fenugreek, radish, slow cooked for hours over low heat to get hearty and healthy green casserole.	1 vote 1927 views
	Pineapple Kesari Baath (Pineapple Halwa) by Hina Gujral Pineapple Kesari Baath is also addressed as Pineapple Rava Kesari across Karnataka, which could be found in the menu of every local eatery in the state. The dish shares homogeneous nature with popular North Indian delight Sooji Ka Halwa (Semolina Pudding) both have semolina as key ingredient the only differentiating factor is…	1 vote 2001 views
	Lal Mirch ka Achaar (Stuffed Red Chili Pickle) by Hina Gujral Lal Mirch ka Achaar or lal mirch ka bharwa achaar is red chili pickle stuffed with homemade spice mix soaked in mustard oil, this pickle takes 2 - 3 days in warm winter sun rays to get ready for consumption and has shelf life 1 year if stored in sealed jar at room temperature and handled with great care.	1 vote 1 comment 2443 views
	Maddur Vada by Hina Gujral Maddur Vada is deep-fried savory fritters made with combination of different flours, semolina and lots of onion. Maddur Vada is one of the well liked dishes across South India, it's origin is claimed to be in the small town of Karnataka called Maddur in Mandya district, this town is located somewhere between Bangalore and Mysore the…	1 vote 1659 views
	Spinach and Eggplant Rigatoni with Lemon Cream Sauce by Hina Gujral Spinach and Eggplant Rigatoni is one of the simplest pasta recipes and yet so full of flavors though the original recipe had spicy sausages, to give the recipe a pure vegetarian twist I added chili flakes, eggplant and spinach.	1 vote 2413 views
	Chocolate Truffle Tartlets by Hina Gujral Chocolate Truffle Tart is oh-so-decadent tart, made with chocolate and cream well worth the calorie splurge. Perfect for special occasions, the pastry can be prepared, baked, and frozen up to one week ahead of time. The recipe can be made into one large tart as well but while making this dessert for large gatherings mini tartlets are…	1 vote 1569 views
	Lahori Murgh by Hina Gujral Lahori Murgh as the name suggests is the recipe from Lahori Cuisine and needless to mention that Lahore is one of the cities in Pakistan. Lahori Cuisine has influences of Persian, Arabic and Mughlai Cuisine, use of whole spices, aromatic herbs and lot of meat dishes are few signature styles of Lahori Cuisine.	1 vote 3468 views
	Corn Besan Cheela by Hina Gujral Corn and Besan Cheela is a Gluten Free healthy breakfast choice, it is one of those breakfast options I have grown up eating and one of our family favorites too. Cheela is the very Indian name for thin savory crepes made from various flours and seasoning but unlike crepes or pancakes no eggs are used in making Cheela. I learnt this…	1 vote 2129 views