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Goan Vatana Ros( Dried white peas)

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  Ingredients: 250gm vatana(dried white peas ) 6 Medium size Onions 2 Medium size Tomatoes 2 Cup Grated Coconut 2 Green Chillies 2 Red Chillies Curry Leaves 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 4 tbsp coriander seeds 1/2 " Ginger 6 garlic cloves Tamarind ( Soaked in water) corriander seeds 4tbsp. cumin seeds 1tbps Soak the vatana (dried white peas) overnight in water to soften the peas, keeps aside . In a cooker add water and remove 3 whistles in a cooker.  now start preparing the masala Procedure to Prepare the Masala 2.           In a pan add oil and roast 3 onions. fry till the onions start to turn light brown. remove and keep aside. 3.         Next oil to pan and add coriander seeds , cumin seeds, ginger and garlic, red chilly,  and roast for 3 minutes, add grated coconut to it and roast till the grated coconut turns golden brown. 4.         Add all the ingredients mentioned above in Serial No. 2 &...

Goan Mince (Beef)

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    Ingredients: 1/2 kg Mince (Beef) 2 medium Patatoes 5 Medium size Onions Garlic  Ginger  1./2 inch 1 Tomatoes Green Chilly Corriander Salt & oil  Procedure: 1.    Wash the mice in water if brought fresh from the butcher. 2.      Add salt, turmeric powder ,  pepper powder and keep aside,  add one lime jucie & keep aside. 3.     Heat a pan and add oil , add the cut onions , ginger and garlic and fry till light brown . Next add the tomatoes and saute for a minute. Next add turmeric powder and add the mince and mix. 4.      Add two cup water and green masala ( click here to get the green masala recipe) , add patatoes, and taste for any need of salt and close the lid . 5      The mice should be ready in 15 minutes , open the lid and add  fresh corriander leaves. 6.      Serve with   !!! with rice , chappati, bread .

Porridge

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  Ingredient: Milk 500 ml Any Brand  1 cup, Water 500 ml 4 Tbs sugar Salt to taste 1)  Keep a pan on medium flame and add milk, water, and oats. 2) Add sugar and salt and keep stirring. Once the mixture of water and milk starts to boil, the porridge is ready.  You may add nuts, raisins, blueberries, or strawberries to the porridge as per your flavour preference.

Cabbage Baji Goan

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  Ingredients 1/2 Cabbage(shred) Mustard seeds 1 tbs spoon Cumin seeds 1 tbsp Turmeric powder 1 tbsp Karripata leaves or curry leaves Onion 2  Tomatoes 2 Salt to taste 1.  Shred the cabbage and  apply  salt and keep aside for a few minutes 2. Heat a pan on medium flame and add mustard seed and fry till it pops, next add cumin seeds and curry leaves and fry. 3. Add cabbage to the pan and saute for 3 minutes, add half a cup of water, and close the pan with a lid for 10 minutes. 4. Remove the lid and add grated coconut and mix well. Continue to saute and when the cabbage is soft, add turmeric powder and mix well.  5. This vegetable dish is ready and can be served with rice or roti .

Bombay Pav Bhaji

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  Bombay Pav Bhaji Prep time: 20 mins Cook time: 30 mins Serves: 4 Ingredients For Bhaji (Vegetable Curry): 3 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed 1 cup cauliflower, finely chopped or grated ½ cup carrots, finely chopped ½ cup green peas (fresh or frozen) 1 large capsicum (bell pepper), finely chopped 3–4 tomatoes, finely chopped 1 large onion, finely chopped 4–5 garlic cloves, minced 1 inch ginger, grated 2–3 green chilies, chopped (adjust to taste) ¼ cup fresh coriander, chopped 3 tbsp pav bhaji masala (store-bought or homemade) 1 tsp red chili powder ½ tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp cumin seeds Salt to taste 4–5 tbsp butter (plus more for serving) 2 tbsp oil 1 lemon, cut into wedges 1 large onion, finely chopped (for serving) For Pav (Bread Rolls): 8 pav (soft dinner rolls or burger buns) Butter for toasting A pinch of pav bhaji masala Method 1. Cook the vegetables: Pressure cook or boil potatoes, cauliflower, carrots, and peas until soft. Mash coarsely and set aside. Heat 2 tbsp oil a...

CHICKEN RAVA FRY

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  Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for   Chicken Rava   — a savory South Indian–style semolina dish cooked with spices and chicken. It’s quick, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast or dinner. Chicken Rava Prep time : 15 mins Cook time : 25 mins Serves: 3–4 Ingredients For marination: 250 g boneless chicken, cut into small pieces ½ tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp red chili powder 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste Salt to taste 1 tbsp lemon juice Main: 1 cup semolina (rava/sooji), medium grain 3 tbsp oil or ghee 1 tsp mustard seeds 1 tsp cumin seeds 8–10 curry leaves 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 green chilies, slit 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste 1 tomato, chopped ½ tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp red chili powder 1 tsp garam masala (optional) ½ tsp black pepper powder 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves 2½ cups hot water (approx.) Salt to taste Lemon wedges to serve Method Marinate chicken : Mix chicken with turmeric, chili powder, ginger-garlic paste, salt, and lemon juice. Set aside for 15 mi...

CHICKEN CHILLY DRY

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  This popular Indo-Chinese dish features tender, crispy chicken pieces tossed in a bold, aromatic, and dry (not saucy) coating of chilies, ginger, garlic, and peppers. It's perfect as a starter or a main course with fried rice. Ingredients: For Marination: Boneless chicken breast or thigh, cut into 1-inch cubes: 500g Soy sauce: 1 tbsp Rice vinegar or white vinegar: 1 tsp Black pepper powder: ½ tsp Salt: ½ tsp Cornstarch: 2 tbsp All-purpose flour: 1 tbsp Egg white (from 1 large egg): 1 Oil (for deep frying): 2-3 cups For the Dry Fry: Vegetable oil: 2 tbsp Dried red chilies (whole Kashmiri or similar): 6-8 Fresh garlic, finely chopped: 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, finely chopped: 1 tbsp Fresh green chilies, slit lengthwise: 2-3 (adjust to heat preference) Large onion, cut into 1-inch squares: 1 Capsicum (green bell pepper), cut into 1-inch squares: 1 Spring onions: 4-5, separate whites and greens For the Sauce & Seasoning: Soy sauce: 1 tbsp Red chili sauce or Sriracha: 1 tbsp Tomato ket...