Serves: 8 (2 kebabs each, although no one can eat just two!)Ingredients1 frozen pack spinach, thawed, squeezed to remove excess water and emptied in a microwavable container1 tablespoon curry powder1 tablespoon garam masala1 jalapeno, minced1 teaspoon salt OR as desired4 large potatoes, boiled and peeled1 tablespoon minced ginger and garlic2 tablespoons corn starch OR as neededOil sprayInstructionsSqueeze out water from spinach and heat spinach in a microwave for about 5-6 minutes or until piping hot. Immediately, pour in a blender and blend until somewhat pureed, since you have squeezed out all the water, this may be a bit difficult, it works best if you have a MAGIC BULLET.In a mixing bowl, mash potatoes along with rest of the ingredients.Taste the...
Ingredients1 lb Salmon fillet, boneless, skinless cut in 1 inch cubes2 tablespoons mustard oil (Indian store has it)1 jalapeno, finely chopped1 tablespoon onion seeds (kalonji - again, Indian store has it)1 teaspoon turmeric powder1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste2 Roma tomatoes, finely chopped1 teaspoon saltInstructionsIn a 3 qt saute pan over medium heat, heat mustard oil. Mustard oil has a strong flavor, especially when heated, just a caution.Add onion seeds and saute for a minute.In a mixing bowl, make a paste of turmeric, cayenne, ginger garlic paste with 1/4 cup water. Add this to the oil along with jalapenos.Cook covered for 5-6 minutes, stir once.Add tomatoes and cook covered for 7-8 minutes, stirring every other minute. Make sure...
Ingredients6 slices white bread (buy the regular brand, not anything fancy, I use Wonder bread) - cut-off ends and diagonally slice each bread in halfPeanut / Canola / Vegetable oil to deep fry1/2 cup Tomato ketchup1/2 cup Green chutneyMixing bowl-----------1 cup chick pea flourEnough water to make a thick batter1 tablespoon carom seeds1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder1/4 teaspoon baking sodaSalt to tasteInstructionsHeat oil for deep frying.Mix in the batter ingredients in a mixing bowl and make a semi-thick batter that will coat the bread for deep frying.Take a slice of bread and apply chutney on one side, take another slice of bread and stack it above the first one, such that the chutney side is covered by the second bread.Apply ketchup...
IngredientsMarinade:4 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut in kebab size pieces1/2 cup whole milk plain yogurt, beaten1/2 teaspoon saffron strands, crushed1 teaspoon garam masala powder1 teaspoon paprika powder IF YOU LIKE IT VERY HOT, THEN ADD 1/2 tsp cayenne powder1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste1 teaspoon salt1.5 cups tomato puree1/4 cup cashew nuts1/4 cup almonds1 jalapeno, finely chopped1 star anise2 bay leaves3-4 cloves3 green cardamoms, crushed partially1 tablespoon cumin seeds1 tablespoon coriander powder1/2 cup pomegranate juice1/2 cup pomegranate4 tablespoons chopped cilantro, for garnish1/4 cup oilInstructionsMix in the marinade ingredients in a bowl and set aside for atleast 1 hour in the refrigerator, 3 hours is preferred.Meanwhile, take cashew nuts and almonds and soak in half cup water for 30 minutes. Blend...
Ingredients1 lb baby potatoes (skin-on), washed and cooked in the microwave until mostly cooked (about 15 minutes), depends on your microwave powerHandful of cashew nuts, soaked in half cup water for about an hour1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste1 large red onion, thinly sliced1/2 cup vegetable / canola / peanut oil1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder1 tablespoon curry powder1 tablespoon dried fenugreek leaves, finely crushed1.5 cups tomato pureeSalt to tasteInstructionsHeat oil in a 5 qt saute pan over medium heat and saute onions for about 15 minutes, or until golden brown in color. Stir frequently.Add ginger garlic paste and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring every minute.Puree onions, cashew nuts using tomato puree and bring it back to the saute pan.Add the powdered...
