tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-68813122452756597472024-03-04T22:55:03.737-08:00You Will Luv ItHome of aromatic healthy, vegetarian, sustainable, and low-fat food Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comBlogger311125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-9648024107246433942015-02-17T16:36:00.001-08:002015-02-17T16:36:10.012-08:00Rose Petals Ice CreamQuick and yummy<br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category :Vegetarian, Fat-free, Gluten free</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Preparation Time : 5 min. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking time : nil</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Skill level : Easy</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Serves : 4</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Ingredients :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 avocado </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">3 tbs fat free condensed milk</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">2 tbs vanilla protein powder</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">4 tbs </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Gulkand(I prefer sandu brand or homemade)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">3 cups ice</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">topping:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">2 tbs nuts like pistachio, cashew and almond(optional)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">10 fresh red rose petals, chopped thin</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1. In a powerful blender like ( vitamix, blendtech or similar) blend the ingredient for 40 seconds.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">2. Add nuts and give a few whirl.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">3. Serve with rose petals on top.</span><br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-57926529462536756822015-02-17T16:18:00.002-08:002015-02-17T16:18:49.706-08:00Moroccan coucous<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Quick and easy, can be a very healthy one dish meal or works as well for side.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category :Vegan, low-Fat</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Preparation Time : 10 min. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking time : 15 min.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Skill level : Easy</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Serves : 4-6</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Ingredients :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 ts olive oil</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/2 ts cumin seeds</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/4 ts </span><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/turmeric.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank">Turmeric</a><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 sweet potato, </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">julienned</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 onion, chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">2 carrots, julienned</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 zucchini, </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">julienned</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">a few floret cauliflower, cut</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/2 red bell pepper, </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">julienned</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">3 c cooked wholewheat coucous(as per package direction)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c garbanzo beans, cooked in salted water, drained</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 c tomato puree</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">pinch saffron soaked in 10 min. in 2 ts water</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 ts cinnamon powder</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2 tbs golden raisins</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2 tbs slivered almonds</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Garnish :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">a mint sprig top</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Heat olive oil in thick bottom pan</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Add cumin </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Add turmeric</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Add sweet potato, cook for two min.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. Add other veggie and cook till sweet potato is just done.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">6. Add couscous and garbanzo beans</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">7. Add tomato puree and cook till water is absorbed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">8. Add all other ingredients and turn the heat off</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">9. cover for 2-3 min.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">10. Fluff with fork, garnish and serve.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-21584668542675145942015-02-12T11:54:00.001-08:002015-02-12T11:59:09.658-08:00Romesco Sauce<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Romesco is northern Spanish sauce is originated in California, has countless versions of it but one thing in common- roasted red pepper and roasted nuts. Be creative with seasonal ingredients like: mint, dill, tomato, leeks</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category :Vegan, Fat-free, Gluten free</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Preparation Time :15 min. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking on grill time : 10 min.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Skill level : Easy</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Serves : 6</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Ingredients :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 garlic clove</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 slice whole wheat bread (optional- for smoother texture)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 roasted red bell pepper</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs roated almond or hazelnut or pine nut</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs apple cider vinegar</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts extra virgin olive oil</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/4 ts fresh ground black pepper</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">salt to taste</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Blend everything into smooth paste.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Serve as dipping sauce or use as bruschetta, pizza topping</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-22073507594189589972015-02-12T11:36:00.000-08:002015-02-12T11:36:30.823-08:00Mint saltIngredients:<br />
2 tbs. fresh mint washed and dried a bit and cut in fine strips<br />
1 c salt<br />
<br />
1. Rub mint gently with salt.<br />
2. dry salt in sun for few hours<br />
3. sieve the salt.<br />
4. Make sure that no moisture left in salt otherwise dry another 10 min.<br />
5. store in a airtight container.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-71821894118840617652015-02-02T12:29:00.002-08:002015-02-02T12:29:37.446-08:00Moongdal Paratha<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category : Vegetarian, healthy fat</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 5 min</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time: 15-20 min</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : Intermediate</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Stuffing:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c cooked moongdal, drained for 30 min.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2 tbs finely chopped </span><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/coriander-seeds-or-cilantro.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank">Cilantro</a><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts finely chopped, </span><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/red-chili.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank">Green chilies</a><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts finely grated </span><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/ginger.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank">Ginger</a><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts crushed </span><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/06/benefits-of-fennel-seeds.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank">Fennel seeds</a><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">2 tbs finely grated </span><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/coconut.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank">Coconut</a><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/turmeric.html" target="_blank">Turmeric</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 ts <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/asafoetida.html" target="_blank">Asafoetida</a></span><br />
1 ts garam masala<br />
1 tbs sugr (optional)<br />
1 lime juice<br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">salt as needed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c regular whole wheat roti (soft) dough</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Mix stuffing ingredients.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Making roti</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Take a walnut-sized ball of dough</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Make two disks out of it</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Roll the two disks into small circles with a rolling pin</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Now sandwich the two disks with a little ball of filling (a little larger than the size of a walnut)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. Seal the edges perfectly</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">6. With the help of a hand or rolling pin, roll it out into a circle</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">7. On heated griddle lay the roti at medium low temperature</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">8. After 10 seconds turn it over</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">9. When its golden-brown turn it over again</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">10. When its golden-brown both side it's done.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">11.Serve warm. You can apply ghee if you like.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">12. Repeat the process for all parathas.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">*To make soft parathas adjust your heat just right. If its too much you will get burns and spots will quickly turn black and if it's too low it will take longer and will be chewy not soft.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">*Flipping roti too many times makes it hard and chewy. (With practice you will know right timings and right temperatures.</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">*To make soft roties adjust your heat just right. If its too much you will get burns and spots will quickly turn black and if it's too low it will take longer and will be chewy not soft.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">*Applying ghee or butter after roti/paratha/thepla is done makes it softer, in case if you are a beginner.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-43221540308948726532014-07-22T18:31:00.002-07:002014-08-11T14:35:13.455-07:00Taco Sauce<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">This sauce is to add a bit of spice to add on side of tacos or burritos. This tastes same as famous taco sauce but with better ingredients.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category :Raw, Vegan, Fat-free, Gluten free</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Preparation Time :15 min. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking time : nil</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Skill level : Easy</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Serves : 4</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Ingredients :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2 dried poblano chilies, soaked for 15 min. in warm water</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2 red ripe tomatoes</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 ts </span><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/cumin-seeds.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank">Cumin seeds</a><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 ts </span><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/benefits-of-carom-seeds.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank">Carom seeds</a><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2-3 tbs apple cider vinegar or lemon juice</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5-6 clove garlic</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts salt</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Remove the stem from chilies.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Cut them into big pieces.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Blend every thing together into fine paste.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. The seeds might be still visible, its ok.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. Serve it on side and keep leftover refrigerated in a closed container.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">*If you want to make it spicier add some hot chili peppers, </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">soaked for 15 min. in warm water</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-44547696394978049832014-07-19T19:29:00.001-07:002014-07-19T19:29:46.245-07:00Fattoush salad<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category :Raw, Vegan, heart healthy Fat, Gluten free</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Preparation Time :15 min. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking time : nil</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Skill level : Easy</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Serves : 4</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Ingredients :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Toasted lavash/pita: </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 ts olive oil</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/4 ts garlic powder</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/4 ts onion powder</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">salt pepper</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 lavash/pita </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">cut into 1" squares</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">dressing:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs tahini, </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2 tbs lemon juice</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/4 c garbanzo beans, cooked</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">4-5 cloves roasted garlic</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts olive oil(optional</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/4 ts garlic powder</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/4 ts onion powder</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 ts </span><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/peppercorns.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank">Crushed pepper</a>/<a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/red-chili.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank">Chili flakes</a><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">salt</span><br />
<div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span></div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 big tomato, </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> 1" squares</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs white onion,</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> 1" squares</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 tbs</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> red bell pepper, 1" squares</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 tbs</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> green bell </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">pepper, 1" squares</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 tbs</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> orange bell </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">pepper, 1" squares</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 tbs</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> small cucumber</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">, 1" squares</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/4 c lettuce, </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> 1" squares</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs green onion(optional), chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts finely chopped parsley</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts finely chopped cilantro</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/4 c garbanzo beans, cooked</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 tbs black sesame seeds, toasted</span><br />
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1. Toss together lavash/pita ingredients.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">2. Toast them in oven for 170 degree f- for 10-15 min till crisp.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">*Or you can leave it open for 2-3 hours in a single layer and it will be crisp.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">*Lavash is a thin bread so it cooks faster at the same time pita takes longer to cook (depending upon thickness) but it tastes better, its more filling.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">3. Blend lemon juice, olive oil and tahini.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">4. Add garbanzo beans, onion powder, garlic powder and blend smooth</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">5. Add </span>Crushed pepper/<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">chili flakes and mix with fork.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">6. In a big bowl toss everything together.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">7. Serve while bread is crisp.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">8. Enjoy.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-64123251811914740732014-07-18T09:34:00.001-07:002014-07-18T09:34:39.649-07:00Sorghum Roti<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category : Vegan, fat-free</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 5 min</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time: 15-20 min</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : Intermediate</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c Sorghum flour</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs whole wheat flour(or any flour that binds)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">water as needed to make semi stiff or pliable dough</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Salt (optional) (Without salt it tastes sweeter as we chew it more)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Mix everything </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">to make semi stiff amd pliable dough</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Knead the dough well (or else the roti will end up with cracks)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Make lemon-sized spheres of dough.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Flatten the sphere and keep patting it with hands to make a circle 1/5" thick (use dry flour for dusting or it will stick to the surface).</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. Heat griddle on medium high heat and when hot enough (to check put a pinch of flour on the griddle and check if it turns golden-brown) carefully place the roti on the griddle .</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">6. After 10 seconds, flip it over.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">7. </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">After 10 seconds, check for the golden brownish spots. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">8. Flip when it has golden brownish spots and done when it has golden brownish spots on both sides.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">9. Repeat next one until done</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">*Unlike other thepalas, these thepalas are thick.</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">*To make soft thepalas adjust your heat just right. If its too much you will get burns and spots will quickly turn black and if it's too low it will take longer and will be chewy not soft.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">* If you think your rolling speed is not fast(For thepala you need more speed than roti or paratha) you can turn heat on only after rolling 2-3.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-14861119612877727742014-07-18T09:25:00.002-07:002014-07-18T09:31:50.978-07:00Millet roti<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="line-height: 18.200000762939453px;">No need to boil water and cook millet flour. This rotis comes out just perfect. Secret is wheat flour and kneading, it binds them and saves from cracking. </span><span 18.200000762939453px="">Enjoy this very simple ancient grain roti loaded with benefits.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category : Vegan, healthy fat</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 5 min</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time: 15-20 min</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : Intermediate</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c millet flour</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs whole wheat flour</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">water as needed to make semi stiff or pliable dough</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Salt (optional) (Without salt it tastes sweeter as we chew it more)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Mix everything </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">to make semi stiff amd pliable dough</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Knead the dough well (or else the roti will end up with cracks)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Make lemon-sized spheres of dough.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Flatten the sphere and keep patting it with hands to make a circle 1/5" thick (use dry flour for dusting or it will stick to the surface).</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. Heat griddle on medium high heat and when hot enough (to check put a pinch of flour on the griddle and check if it turns golden-brown) carefully place the roti on the griddle .</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">6. After 10 seconds, flip it over.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">7. </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">After 10 seconds, check for the golden brownish spots. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">8. Flip when it has golden brownish spots and done when it has golden brownish spots on both sides.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">9. Repeat next one until done</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">*Unlike other thepalas, these thepalas are thick.</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">*To make soft thepalas adjust your heat just right. If its too much you will get burns and spots will quickly turn black and if it's too low it will take longer and will be chewy not soft.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">* If you think your rolling speed is not fast(For thepala you need more speed than roti or paratha) you can turn heat on only after rolling 2-3.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">*</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">If you let the dough rest, it might turn softer, add some flour and need it again.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-81437848020973535352014-07-17T18:21:00.001-07:002014-07-17T18:21:33.975-07:00Tomato roti<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category : Vegan, fat-free</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 10 min</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time: 15 min</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : Intermediate</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 c Tomato puree</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts garlic paste</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts red chili paste/red chili powder</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/4 ts </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/turmeric.html">turm<span id="goog_15870106"></span><span id="goog_15870107"></span>eric</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 c whole wheat flour Plus more for rolling</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 tbs water only if needed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/4 ts black salt</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/4 ts </span><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/benefits-of-carom-seeds.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank">Carom seeds</a>, <span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">crushed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">salt pepper- as needed</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1.Boil everything but flour and water. Then, let it cool.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Add flour and make semi soft dough (if needed add more flour or water for right consistency)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Make </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">walnut size balls of dough.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Flatten the ball and roll it into thin circle (use dry flour for dusting otherwise it will stick).</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. Heat griddle on medium heat and when hot enough (to check put a pinch of flour on the griddle and check if it turns golden-brown) carefully place the roti on the griddle .</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">6. After 10 seconds, flip it over</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">7. </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">After 10 seconds, </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Flip again and cook until it has golden brown spots on both sides.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">8. Repeat next one till done.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">*To make soft rotis adjust your heat just right. If its too much you will get burns and spots will quickly turn black and if it's too low it will take longer and will be chewy not soft.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">*To make soft rotis adjust your heat just right. If its too much you will get burns and spots will quickly turn black and if it's too low it will take longer and will be chewy not soft.</span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-30527821489906649052014-07-17T18:05:00.001-07:002014-07-17T18:21:00.904-07:00Spinach roti<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category : Vegan, fat-free</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 10 min</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time: 15 min</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : Intermediate</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/3 c spinach puree</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs spinach finely chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts garlic paste</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts green chili paste</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/4 ts </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/turmeric.html">turm<span id="goog_15870106"></span><span id="goog_15870107"></span>eric</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 c whole wheat flour Plus more for rolling</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 tbs water only if needed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">salt pepper- as needed</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Mix everything but flour.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Add flour and make semi soft dough(if needed add more flour or water for right consistency)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Make </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">walnut size balls of dough.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Flatten the ball and roll it into thin circle (use dry flour for dusting otherwise it will stick).</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. Heat griddle on medium heat and when hot enough (to check put a pinch of flour on the griddle and check if it turns golden-brown) carefully place the roti on the griddle .</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">6. After 10 seconds, flip it over.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">7. </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">After 10 seconds, </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Flip again and cook until it has golden brown spots on both sides.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">8. Repeat next one till done.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">*To make soft rotis adjust your heat just right. If its too much you will get burns and spots will quickly turn black and if it's too low it will take longer and will be chewy not soft.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-47303267304543849702014-07-17T11:03:00.001-07:002014-07-17T11:03:25.390-07:00Dates Nut Poli<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category :Vegan, No added sugar</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 10 min.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time: 20-30 Min.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : Intermediate</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts ghee or butter</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c Dates</span><br />
1/4 c desiccated coconut<br />
1/4 c<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> cashews very thinly sliced in slicer</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/4 c </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">almonds and p</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">istachio very thinly sliced in slicer</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 1/2 c regular whole wheat soft dough</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. In a wok heat ghee.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Roast ingredients except dough.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Slow roast till dates are soft and pliable.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Turn the heat off. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. Let it cool.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Making roti</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Take a walnut-sized ball of dough</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Make two disks out of it</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Roll the two disks into small circles with a rolling pin</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Now sandwich the two disks with a little ball of filling (a little larger than the size of a walnut)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. Seal the edges perfectly</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">6. With the help of a hand or rolling pin, roll it out into a circle</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">7. On heated griddle lay the roti at medium low temperature</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">8. After 5 seconds turn it over</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">9. When its golden-brown turn it over again</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">10. When its golden-brown both side it's done.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">11.Serve warm. You can apply ghee if you like.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">12. Repeat the process for all the rotis.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-64007119929448056072014-07-17T10:55:00.003-07:002014-07-17T10:55:36.360-07:00Fig Cashew Puran Poli<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category :Vegan, Vegetarian, No added sugar</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 10 min.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time: 20-30 Min.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : Intermediate</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts ghee or butter</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c Figs, chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 c Dates</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs grated fresh Khova(optional)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 c cashews very thinly sliced in slicer(optional)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2 c regular whole wheat soft dough</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. In a wok heat ghee.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Roast ingredients except dough until soft.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. When its soft and pliable turn the heat off.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Let it cool.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Making roti</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Take a walnut-sized ball of dough</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Make two disks out of it</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Roll the two disks into small circles with a rolling pin</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Now sandwich the two disks with a little ball of filling (a little larger than the size of a walnut)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. Seal the edges perfectly</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">6. With the help of a hand or rolling pin, roll it out into a circle</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">7. On heated griddle lay the roti at medium low temperature</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">8. After 5 seconds turn it over</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">9. When its golden-brown turn it over again</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">10. When its golden-brown both side it's done.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">11.Serve warm. You can apply ghee if you like.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">12. Repeat the process for all the rotis.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-23815508335649982222014-07-17T10:38:00.002-07:002014-07-17T10:38:27.896-07:00Mix Chikki Puran poli<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category :Veg</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">an</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 5 min.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time: 20-30 Min.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : Intermediate</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/3 c roasted sesame seeds</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/3 c roasted peanut</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/3 c desiccated coconut</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c jaggery, grated or as per taste</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c regular whole wheat soft dough</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">For filling:<br />1. In a blender blend sesame seeds, peanuts until almost powder.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Add jaggery, coconut and blend again</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Making roti</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Take a walnut-sized ball of dough</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Make two disks out of it</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Roll the two disks into small circles with a rolling pin</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Now sandwich the two disks with a little ball of filling (a little larger than the size of a walnut)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. Seal the edges perfectly</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">6. With the help of a hand or rolling pin, roll it out into a circle</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">7. On heated griddle lay the roti at medium low temperature</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">8. After 5 seconds turn it over</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">9. When its golden-brown turn it over again</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">10. When its golden-brown both side it's done.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">11.Serve warm. You can apply ghee if you like.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">12. Repeat the process for all the rotis.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-57228328793687607122014-07-17T09:44:00.001-07:002014-07-17T10:39:26.750-07:00Chikki Puran Poli <span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category :Veg</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">an</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 5 min.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time: 20-30 Min.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : Intermediate</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c roasted sesame seeds</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c jaggery, grated or as per taste</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c regular whole wheat soft dough</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">For filling:<br />1. In a blender blend sesame seeds till almost powder.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Add jaggery and blend again</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Making roti</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Take a walnut-sized ball of dough</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Make two disks out of it</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Roll the two disks into small circles with a rolling pin</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Now sandwich the two disks with a little ball of filling (a little larger than the size of a walnut)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. Seal the edges perfectly</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">6. With the help of a hand or rolling pin, roll it out into a circle</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">7. On heated griddle lay the roti at medium low temperature</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">8. After 5 seconds turn it over</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">9. When its golden-brown turn it over again</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">10. When its golden-brown both side it's done.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">11.Serve warm. You can apply ghee if you like.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">12. Repeat the process for all the rotis.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-67232811568534254662014-07-16T20:39:00.000-07:002014-07-16T20:39:55.251-07:00Cherry Raita<div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> It's summer time and cherries are available for a short time. So to enjoy it, I made a couple of cherry recipes to save for the time when they are not available (Cherrytime syrup) and to enjoy it now, Cherry raita. I made Cherry Raita for eating along the side of stuffed parathas and everybody enjoyed it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category :Vegan, Jain, low fat, gluten free, Nut free</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.294118); font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 15 min.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : easy</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span></div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c cherries, chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs onion, finely chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs cherrytime syrup or (1 tbs crushed cherry + </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">2 ts sugar)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">pinch black salt</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 ts </span><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/red-chili.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank">Chili Powder</a><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 ts </span><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/cumin-seeds.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank">roasted Cumin powder</a><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">salt as needed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3 c coconut yogurt / <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/yogurt.html" target="_blank">yogurt</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Mix all the ingredients except yogurt.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Whisk yogurt for smoother texture.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Mix everything together.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">* If mangoes are not available, you can replace it with 1 ripe banana.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">* For vegan option you can take coconut yogurt instead of regular yogurt.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-66461279843468739402014-07-16T14:22:00.001-07:002014-07-16T14:22:17.096-07:00Mint Rice<div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category :Vegan, low fat, gluten free,</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 5 min.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time: 25 Min.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : easy</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts oil</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs chanadal</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs urad dal</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts mustard seeds</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs cashews</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3-4 <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/red-chili.html" target="_blank">red chili</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">10-12 <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/curry-leaves.html" target="_blank">curry leaves</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 ts <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/turmeric.html" target="_blank">turmeric</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 onion sliced</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/4 ts <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/asafoetida.html" target="_blank">asafoetida</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c </span><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/mint.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Mint</a>, Finely chopped<br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2 c cooked and cooled sona masoori or non fragrant rice</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">salt as needed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. In a wok heat oil at low heat and roast chanadal.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. when its light brown add urad dal and mustard seeds</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. after 1 min. add cashews, chilies</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. when its light brown add curry leaves, asafoetida, turmeric and onions</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. when onion is translucent, add mint leaves and salt</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">6.let it cook for 10-15 min. at medium flame.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">7. sprinkle some water if needed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">8. add rice and mix gently.</span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-57805076002293455382014-07-16T13:55:00.001-07:002014-07-17T09:26:18.446-07:00Made from scratch Masalas<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Masalas(spices) are heart of the cooking. It creates pleasing aroma which makes us feel hungry. If spices are not right or complementing with each other, despite of putting lots of spices, food won't taste good. At the same time sometimes even basic few spices can make food taste great.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><a href="http://youwillluvit.blogspot.com/2014/05/nawabi-tandoori-masala.html" target="_blank">Nawabi Tandoori Masala</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><a href="http://youwillluvit.blogspot.com/2014/05/tandoori-masala.html" target="_blank">Tandoori Masala</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><a href="http://youwillluvit.blogspot.com/2014/05/no-fuss-bbq-massala.html" target="_blank">No Fuss BBQ masala</a></span><br />
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<a href="http://youwillluvit.blogspot.com/2014/06/chai-masala.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; text-align: justify;" target="_blank">Chai masala</a><br />
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<a href="http://youwillluvit.blogspot.com/2014/05/stuffed-curry-stuffing-powder.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank">suffing powde</a><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">r</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><a href="http://youwillluvit.blogspot.com/2014/07/pulihora-powder.html" target="_blank">Pulihora Powder</a></span><br />
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<a href="http://youwillluvit.blogspot.com/2014/05/podi-versatile-condiment.html"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Podi - a versatile condiment</span></a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-7633109762129083092014-07-16T13:02:00.001-07:002014-07-16T13:02:45.452-07:00Sunflower seed butter<div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category : gluten free, healthy fat, Vegetarian</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 5 min.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time : 15 min</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : easy</span></div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c sunflower seeds, shelled</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs agave syrup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts onion powder</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 ts garlic powder</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts </span><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/peppercorns.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;" target="_blank">Pepper powder</a><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">rock salt as needed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Slow roast sunflower seeds.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. When it's fragrant, turn the heat off.(or you can buy roasted)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. In a blender, blend everything until smooth.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Fill it in a airtight container and keep refrigerated. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">*Certain varieties of blenders are capable of blending nuts or seeds till oil starts coming out(e.g. Sumeet, vitamix), but some of the blender needs liquid to process the contents. In that case you might need to add oil or water. If you add water, it will give similar results but shelf life will be shorter.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-72627953550211858272014-07-16T12:05:00.005-07:002014-07-16T12:05:51.645-07:00Neem powder<div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">This is fun way to include neem in day to day diet. Including little amount of neem in diet keeps us healthy and saves us from small small diseases and makes immune system stronger to fight chronic diseases. Neem's Sanskrit name(Arishta) means who relieves sickness. Neem has too many benefits to write down here but here is the link <a href="http://pdf.usaid.gov/pdf_docs/PNABN264.pdf" target="_blank">Neem - A tree for solving global problems.</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Category :Vegan, Jain, fat-free (oil optional), gluten-free, nut free, rich in protein</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 5 min.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time: 15 Min.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : easy</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts oil (optional)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 c chanadal</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 c toordal</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/4 c whole urad/urad dal</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/peppercorns.html" target="_blank">peppercorns</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">6" of <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/tamarind.html" target="_blank">tamarind</a> pieces, deseeded</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2 tbs <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/coriander-seeds-or-cilantro.html" target="_blank">coriander seeds</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4-5 big <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/red-chili.html" target="_blank">red chilies</a> (you can adjust spiciness according to your taste)(I took poblano)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c </span><a href="http://pdf.usaid.gov/pdf_docs/PNABN264.pdf" target="_blank">Neem leaves</a><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/turmeric.html" target="_blank">turmeric</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">salt as needed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Heat oil in shallow pan.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Add the ingredient and slow roast until neem leaves are dry.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Make powder.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Store in a airtight container</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-35920701970713877242014-07-16T11:48:00.002-07:002014-07-16T11:48:26.667-07:00Dry Ginger powder - Soonthi podi<div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Category :Vegan, Jain, fat-free (oil optional), gluten-free, nut free, rich in protein</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 5 min.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time: 15 Min.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : easy</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts oil (optional)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 c chanadal</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 c toordal</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/4 c whole urad</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/peppercorns.html" target="_blank">peppercorns</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2" of <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/tamarind.html" target="_blank">tamarind</a> pieces, deseeded</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2 tbs <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/coriander-seeds-or-cilantro.html" target="_blank">coriander seeds</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3-4 big <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/red-chili.html" target="_blank">red chilies</a> (you can adjust spiciness according to your taste)(I took poblano)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 c dry ginger cut in to small pieces</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/turmeric.html" target="_blank">turmeric</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">salt as needed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Heat oil in shallow pan.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Add the ingredient and slow roast until dals are golden brown.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Make powder.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Store in a airtight container</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-77681645415902723772014-07-16T11:42:00.003-07:002014-07-16T11:42:45.966-07:00Garlic Powder - Poondu podi<div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Category :Vegan, Jain, fat-free (oil optional), gluten-free, nut free, rich in protein</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 5 min.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time: 15 Min.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : easy</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts oil (optional)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 c chanadal</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/4 c whole urad</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/peppercorns.html" target="_blank">peppercorns</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2" of <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/tamarind.html" target="_blank">tamarind</a> pieces, deseeded</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2 tbs <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/coriander-seeds-or-cilantro.html" target="_blank">coriander seeds</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3-4 big <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/red-chili.html" target="_blank">red chilies</a> (you can adjust spiciness according to your taste)(I took poblano)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 c Garlic, thinly sliced</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/4 c dry coconut pieces</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/turmeric.html" target="_blank">turmeric</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">salt as needed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Heat oil in shallow pan.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Add the ingredient and slow roast until garlic feels little dry.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Make powder.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Store in a airtight container, refrigerated.</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-51401175529603711322014-07-16T10:10:00.000-07:002014-07-16T10:10:25.967-07:00Mint Powder - Pudina karam podi<div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Category :Vegan, Jain, fat-free (oil optional), gluten-free, nut free, rich in protein</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 5 min.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time: 15 Min.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : easy</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts oil (optional)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 c chanadal</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 c toordal</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/4 c whole urad</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/peppercorns.html" target="_blank">peppercorns</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2" of <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/tamarind.html" target="_blank">tamarind</a> pieces, deseeded</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2 tbs <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/coriander-seeds-or-cilantro.html" target="_blank">coriander seeds</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3-4 big <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/red-chili.html" target="_blank">red chilies</a> (you can adjust spiciness according to your taste)(I took poblano)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">25 <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/curry-leaves.html" target="_blank">curry leaves</a> washed and drained</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 c </span><a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/mint.html" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Mint</a><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/turmeric.html" target="_blank">turmeric</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">salt as needed</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. Heat oil in shallow pan.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Add the ingredient and slow roast until mint is dry.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Make powder.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. Store in a airtight container</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-22566343379439964742014-07-10T22:35:00.002-07:002014-07-10T22:38:46.384-07:00Pulihora Barley<div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Category :Vegan, low fat, gluten free,</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 5 min.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time: 15 Min.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : easy</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts oil</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs chanadal</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs urad dal</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs Peanuts (I was out of peanuts)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs cashews</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts mustard seeds</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3-4 <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/red-chili.html" target="_blank">red chilies</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">10-12 <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/curry-leaves.html" target="_blank">curry leaves</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts<a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/turmeric.html" target="_blank"> turmeric</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/4 ts <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/asafoetida.html" target="_blank">asafoetida</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">3 tbs <a href="http://youwillluvit.blogspot.com/2014/07/pulihora-powder.html" target="_blank">Pulihora powder</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">4 tbs water</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2 c cooked with 1 ts salt and cooled barley(I used unhulled)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">salt as needed</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. In a wok heat oil at low heat and roast chanadal.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. When its light brown add urad dal, peanuts and mustard seeds</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. After 1 min. add cashews, chilies, asafoetida and turmeric</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. When dals are golden brown add curry leaves.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. Add pulihora powder and 4 tbs water and cook for 5 min.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">6. Add barley and cook for 5-7 min more to induce flavors.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">7. Serve warm. </span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06495018842947310347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6881312245275659747.post-4056792790051662782014-07-10T21:18:00.002-07:002014-07-10T21:50:40.613-07:00Pulihora Powder<div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Preparation Time : 5 min.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Cooking Time: 15 Min.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Skill level : easy</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ingredients :</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts oil (optional)</span><br>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 c chanadal</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 c toordal</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/4 c whole urad</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 tbs <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/peppercorns.html" target="_blank">peppercorns</a></span><br>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1/2 c of <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/tamarind.html" target="_blank">tamarind</a> pieces, deseeded</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2 tbs <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/coriander-seeds-or-cilantro.html" target="_blank">coriander seeds</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3-4 big <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/red-chili.html" target="_blank">red chilies</a> (you can adjust spiciness according to your taste)(I took poblano)</span><br>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">25 <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/curry-leaves.html" target="_blank">curry leaves</a> washed and drained</span><br>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1 ts <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/turmeric.html" target="_blank">turmeric</a></span><br>
2 tbs <a href="http://keepfitwithfood.blogspot.com/2014/05/sesame-seeds.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Sesame seeds</span></a><br>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">salt as needed</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">1. First roast chanadal slightly with or without oil</span><br>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">2. Then add toordal very light brown at medium low heat</span><br>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">3. Then add urad dal, moongdal, tamarind, peppercorns, and coriander seeds.</span><br>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">4. When it starts to release an aroma and turns golden-brown, add chili, turmeric, and curry leaves.</span><br>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5. Continue roasting for another 2-3 min(until dals are golden brown) and turn the heat off.</span><br>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">6. Keep moving the ingredients in the pot around otherwise it may burn since pot will be hot.</span><br>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">7. When it cools down, add salt and sugar and grind it into powder.</span><br>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">8. Store in airtight container.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.294118);"></span></span><br>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.294118); font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">=> For multiplying the recipe you don't need extra oil unless it's very large batch</span></div>
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