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Gulab jamun recipe

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 Here's a classic Gulab Jamun recipe, a popular Indian dessert. * Gulab Jamun Recipe* *Servings:* 20-25 jamuns *Ingredients:* *For the dumplings:* - 1 cup milk powder - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour - 1/4 teaspoon baking soda - 1/4 teaspoon salt - 1/4 cup ghee or oil - 1/2 cup lukewarm milk - 1 egg, beaten (optional) *For the syrup:* - 2 cups granulated sugar - 2 cups water - 1 cup rosewater (gulab) - 1 tablespoon cardamom powder - 1 tablespoon lemon juice - Saffron threads, for garnish *Instructions:* 1. Mix milk powder, flour, baking soda, and salt. 2. Add ghee/oil and mix until crumbly. 3. Gradually add milk and knead dough for 5-7 minutes. 4. Cover and rest dough for 30 minutes. 5. Divide dough into small balls (about 20-25). 6. Deep-fry dumplings until golden brown. 7. Soak fried dumplings in warm syrup for 5-10 minutes. *Syrup Preparation:* 1. Combine sugar, water, rosewater, cardamom powder, and lemon juice. 2. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. 3. Cook syrup u...

Tikka biryani recipe

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 Here's a delicious and authentic Tikka Biryani recipe, a popular Indian dish made with marinated chicken, basmati rice, and spices. * Tikka Biryani Recipe* *Servings:* 4-6 *Ingredients:* *For the chicken tikka marinade:* - 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces - 1/2 cup plain yogurt - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice - 2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil - 2 teaspoons garam masala powder - 1 teaspoon cumin powder - 1 teaspoon coriander powder - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 tablespoon ginger paste *For the biryani rice:* - 2 cups basmati rice - 4 cups water - 2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil - 1 teaspoon salt - 1 tablespoon lemon juice *For the biryani masala:* - 2 tablespoons coriander seeds - 1 tablespoon cumin seeds - 1 tablespoon cinnamon sticks - 2-3 green cardamom pods - 1/4 teaspoon mace powder - 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg powder *For the a...

Keema Matar recipe

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 Here's a delicious and authentic Keema Matar recipe, a popular Indian dish made with minced meat and peas. * Keema Matar Recipe* *Servings:* 4-6 *Ingredients:* *For the meat mixture:* - 1 pound ground meat (beef, lamb, or chicken) - 1 medium onion, finely chopped - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 medium ginger, grated - 1 tablespoon ghee or vegetable oil - 1 teaspoon cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon coriander powder - 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder - Salt, to taste *For the pea mixture:* - 1 cup fresh or frozen peas - 1 medium onion, chopped - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 tablespoon ghee or vegetable oil - 1 teaspoon cumin seeds - 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder - Salt, to taste *For the gravy:* - 2 tablespoons tomato puree - 1 tablespoon lemon juice - 1 tablespoon ghee or vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup water - Salt, to taste *Instructions:* 1. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. 2. Add cumin s...

White korma recipe

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 Here's a simple and delicious White Korma recipe, a popular Indian dish made with marinated meat or vegetables cooked in a rich, creamy sauce. * White Korma Recipe* *Servings:* 4-6 *Ingredients:* *For the marinade:* - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces (or vegetables of your choice, e.g., cauliflower, bell peppers, potatoes) - 1/2 cup plain yogurt - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice - 1 teaspoon garam masala powder - 1 teaspoon cumin powder - 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper *For the sauce:* - 2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil - 2 medium onions, thinly sliced - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger - 1 tablespoon white poppy seeds (optional) - 1 tablespoon cashew cashew nuts (or almonds) - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour - 1 cup heavy cream - 1/2 cup whole milk - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter - Salt, to taste - Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish) *Spice Blend...

Chicken changezi recipe

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Here's a popular Chicken Changezi recipe, originating from Pakistan: * Servings:* 4-6 *Ingredients:* For the marinade: - 1 1/2 pounds (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces - 1/2 cup (120g) plain yogurt - 2 tablespoons (30g) lemon juice - 1 teaspoon ginger paste - 1 teaspoon garlic paste - 1 teaspoon cumin powder - 1 teaspoon coriander powder - 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder - Salt, to taste For the sauce: - 2 tablespoons (30g) vegetable oil - 1 onion, chopped - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 tablespoon (15g) ginger paste - 1 tablespoon (15g) tomato puree - 1 tablespoon (15g) lemon juice - 1 teaspoon cumin powder - 1 teaspoon coriander powder - 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder - Salt, to taste - 1 cup (250ml) water - 1/4 cup (60g) chopped fresh cilantro (optional) *Instructions:* 1. In a large bowl, mix marinade ingredients. Add chicken and refrigerate for 30 minutes or up t...

Baked creamy chicken pasta recipe

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  Here's a delicious Baked Creamy Chicken Pasta recipe: * Servings:* 6-8 *Ingredients:* For the pasta: - 8 oz (225g) penne pasta For the chicken: - 1 1/2 pounds (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces - 2 tablespoons (30g) olive oil - 1 teaspoon salt - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder For the creamy sauce: - 2 cups (475ml) heavy cream - 1 cup (250g) grated cheddar cheese - 1/2 cup (120g) grated Parmesan cheese - 1 tablespoon (15g) unsalted butter - 1 teaspoon dried basil - 1 /2 teaspoon paprika For the topping: - 1 cup (120g) grated mozzarella cheese - 1/4 cup (30g) chopped fresh parsley *Instructions:* 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). 2. Cook pasta al dente, drain, and set aside. 3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add chicken, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes. 4. In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium. Whisk in heavy cream, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, b...

Shawarma sandwich recipe

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  Here's a classic Shawarma Sandwich recipe: *Servings:* 4-6 *Ingredients:* For the shawarma meat: - 1 pound (450g) thinly sliced lamb or beef (or combination of both) - 2 tablespoons (30g) olive oil - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 tablespoon (15g) freshly squeezed lemon juice - 1 teaspoon ground cumin - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper For the tahini sauce: - 1/2 cup (120g) tahini - 1/4 cup (60g) freshly squeezed lemon juice - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1/4 cup (60g) water - Salt and pepper to taste For the assembly assembly : - 4-6 pita breads - Chopped tomatoes - Onions - Pickled turnips (optional) - Sumac or parsley for garnish *Instructions:* 1 . In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. 2. Add sliced meat and marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight. 3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. 4. Grill meat for 5-7 minutes per side or until cooked through. 5. Meanw...

Chicken korma recipe

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   Here's a classic Chicken Korma recipe with accurate measurements & ingredients : Ingredients:   500g boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 2 medium onions (200g), chopped 2 cloves garlic (6g), minced  2 medium tomatoes (200g), diced  1 tablespoon (15g) ginger paste 1 teaspoon (5g) ground cumin 1 teaspoon (5g) ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon (2g) ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon (2g) ground cardamom  1/4 teaspoon (1g) ground cayenne pepper (optional)  1/2 teaspoon (2g) salt 1/ 4 teaspoon (1g) black pepper 2 tablespoons (30g) ghee or vegetable oil 2 tablespoons (30g) plain yogurt 1 tablespoon (15g) lemon juice 1 cup (250ml) chicken broth Chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish) Instructions: 1. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. 2. Add onions and cook until lightly browned (5-7 minutes). 3. Add garlic, ginger paste, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cardamom, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 min...