Drumstick Curry In Coconut Sauce - No Onion No Garlic#Sunday Funday

Sudha Menon is known for her books which explore the ambitions, achievements and accomplishments of people from various walks of life through stories narrated by them.

In one of her interviews she talks about her memories of her mother and aunts preparing sumptuous meals using fresh, seasonal produce from their farm, plucking drumsticks from the tree to make sambar and plantains to make a quick ‘thoran’ when unexpected guests dropped in.

Taking inspiration from this, made a  very delicious and yummy drumstick curry in coconut sauce.

Ingredients
250 Gram(4) Drumsticks - cut into 2" pieces
½ Cup Packed Freshly Grated Coconut
4 Green Chillies - chopped or as per your spice level
½ Teaspoon Mustard Seeds
2 Teaspoons Rice or Rice Flour
Salt to taste
For Gravy
3 Tablespoons Coconut Oil
½ Teaspoon Cumin Seeds
A Sprig Curry Leaves
A Pinch Of Asafoetida
A Marble Size Tamarind
1 Teaspoon Palm Sugar

Method 
Soak the tamarind in warm water. 

In a small blender jar add the coconut, green chillies, mustard seeds and rice flour, grind to a very fine paste using little water. Keep aside. 

In a large pot/kadai, heat coconut oil, add the cumin seeds, when they splutter add the curry leaves and asafoetida. Add the drumstick pieces and fry on high flame for 2 minutes, then add the ground paste and mix well. Wash the blender jar with water and add that to the pot, give it a good stir, add salt to taste, cover and cook till the drumstick are cooked. Add hot water to make a thick gravy if necessary.  

Add the tamarind juice and give it good stir, let this come to a rolling boil, add the jaggery and stir. When the jaggery melts, switch off the flame. Drizzle a little coconut oil on top. 

Serve with rice or rotis. Enjoy this delicious curry!! 
Labels: No Onion No Garlic, Drumstick, Vegan, Gluten free, Main course, Vegetarian Curry, Indian

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Tamatar Gosht#SundayFunday

Tamatar Gosht, literaly means " Meat cooked in lots of tomatoes" in this recipe no onion is used.

There are days, when you just feel like indulging in something delicious and this dish is for that special day! This easy and delicious main course dish that can be made in a jiffy and is a mouth watering option especially if you have sudden guests at home.

Ingredients
½ Kg Mutton In Bones
1/3 Cup Oil
½ Kg Tomatoes- thinly sliced
3 Whole Green Chilies
1 Tablespoon Ginger Garlic paste
1 Teaspoon Salt
1½ Teaspoon Red Chili Powder
¼ Teaspoon Turmeric powder
1 Teaspoon Roasted Cumin powder
1 Teaspoon Cumin Seeds
½ Teaspoon Garam Masala powder
1/3 Cup Chopped Coriander leaves

Method

Heat oil in a pressure cooker add cumin seeds, when they start to crackle then add ginger garlic paste and mutton. Fry for 5 minutes on medium high flame stirring. Then add tomatoes and fry till they are soft, mushy and oil leaves the sides. Add all the spice powder salt, chilly, turmeric, cumin powder, except the garam masala powder, fry well add 1 cup water, cover take one whistle on high flame . Reduce the flame to low, cook till meat until tender for about 15 - 20 minutes. Switch of the flame. 

When the cooker cools, open and check of the mutton is cooked, then again keep frying till you do not see any traces of tomatoes. Then lastly add the garam masala powder, coriander leaves ( reserve little for garnishing) and green chillies give and good stir let it simmer for a minute or two. Switch off the flame.

Serve hot garnished with remaining coriander leaves.
Enjoy this Roti, Sheermal, Naan, Jeera Rice, Biryani, Veg Pulao. 
Labels: Tomato, Mutton, India ,Pakistan, Main course, Sunday Funday

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Tadkawali Doh Dal#SoupSwappers

Tadkewali Doh Dal is quick dal soup, make perfect to have with rice or crusty breads. It's delicious with a mix of two dals and a tadka/tempering given to it. Hence the name Tadkawali Doh Dal.

Ingredients
1/3 Cup Moong Dal
1/3 Cup Red Lentil / Masoor Dal
1 Medium Onion - sliced
3 Small Tomatoes - sliced
Salt to taste
½ Teaspoon Turmeric powder
1 Teaspoon Red Chili Powder
1 Teaspoon Ginger Garlic Paste
2 Tablespoons Oil

For Tadka / Tempering
1 Tablespoon Heaped Desi Ghee
3 Garlic Cloves
A sprig Curry Leaves
2 Button Red Chilies
1 Fresh Green or Red Chilies - optional
1 Teaspoon Finely Chopped Ginger 1 piece
2 Tablespoons Finely Coriander Leaves
1 Teaspoon Cumin Seeds
1 Tablespoon Heaped Butter

Method

Soak lentils for an hour at least.
In a pan, heat oil add onions and fry. When the onions turn translucent, add tomatoes, red chilly, turmeric powder, salt, ginger garlic paste and fry well.
Then add soaked lentils, 3 cups water and cook medium low flame stirring in between for until done. When lentil is tender, mix well. Switch off the flame.

For the Tadka/Tempering 

In a pan, heat butter add cumin seeds, garlic cloves, curry leaves, button red chilies and fry. Add fresh chilly, finely chopped ginger, give it a good mix. Switch off the flame.
Pour the tadka in the prepared lentil, sprinkle coriander leaves and serve hot.

Enjoy with rice or crusty bread.

Labels: Soup, Soup Swappers, Masoor dal, Moong dal, Lentil Soup, Healthy,Main course, Gluten free, Indian, Vegetarian

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Gluten Free Prawn /Shrimp Quiche - With Homemade Gluten Free Pie Crust#FishFriday

This is my gluten free pie crust with a my own All Purpose Gluten free flour Blend. I have to yet refine this blend recipe so will post it after my perfect trail. This was delicious but delicate to handle, so will refine this by making this blend again then post the recipe. I have used my own blend so I do not know if you can substitute this for other blends.

Makes a 7" Pie Crust
Ingredients
For The Pie Crust
105 Grams Homemade Gluten Free Flour + extra for dusting
60 Grams Butter - chilled butter cut into cubes
1 Egg- beaten - I used half to make the dough
½ Teaspoon White Vinegar
1½ Teaspoons Ice water or as required to make a dough

Method

In the bowl, place flour and add salt. Add butter and using your fingers or a pastry blender, blend into butter until the size of large peas.
Pour the vinegar and beaten egg into the bowl and to combine with a fork, slowly add water a teaspoon at a time. You may not need the full amount of water, depending on your climate. When the mixture comes together in the bowl, stop mixing. Please note that, gluten free pie crusts do better when they are slightly wetter (because the flour will soak up some of the liquid).
Divide the dough between two sheets of plastic wrap, flattening each into a round disk. Chill in the refrigerator for about 20-30 minutes.

Roll out the dough onto a lightly floured surface into approximately a 15 inch round, moving constantly to avoid sticking. If it does stick, lightly sprinkle more flour. Roll dough onto rolling pin and carefully lift and unroll into the pie plate. Trim the edges of the dough and crimp the edges.

To Blind Bake

Prick the bottom of the dough all over with a fork. Place the crust in the refrigerator and chill for about an hour, or the freezer for about 20 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 180° C. Remove the pie crust from the refrigerator and line it with a piece of parchment paper. Fill it with pie weights, beans, or rice. 
Bake for approximately 15 minutes, until the edges start to brown. Carefully remove the parchment and beans and I brushed the base with egg (this i did so that when I add the filling the base should not get soggy) continue to bake for about 5 more minutes, or until the bottom and sides are lightly browned and no longer shiny. Cool the crust completely before proceeding with your recipe.

Ingredients
For The Filling
200 Grams Peeled & Wash Prawns/Shrimps -chopped
1 Large Onion - finely chopped
2 Big Clove Garlic - finely chopped
2 Green Chillies -finely chopped - I used red chillies
½ Teaspoon Chili flakes or to taste
1 Large Eggs - beaten
2 Tablespoons Chopped Scallion/Spring onions
1 Teaspoon Each Butter or Olive Oil
Salt to taste
Salt, Black pepper & Cayenne powder to taste
2 Tablespoons Heaped Fresh Cream
2 Tablespoons Heaped Grated cheese - add more to your taste
Method
For The Filling

Heat olive oil and butter then add the garlic and when the raw aroma vanishes add the chopped onion and chillies sauté till translucent, add the seasonings, salt, pepper, cayenne, mix well, add the prawns and cook it done, add the cream and mix well. Cook till mixture is thick. Cool completely. 

In a bowl, beat egg, add little cheese add this to the cooled mixture and pour this into the baked pie crust. Sprinkle more cheese and chopped scallion greens. 

Bake the quiche in a preheated at 180°C for 15 - 20 minutes or until it is done and toothpick comes out clean. 

Serve at room temperature.

Labels: Quiche, International Cuisine, Baked, Fish Friday, Seafood/Fish, Gluten free, Homemade

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Turkish Stuffed Pogaca With Cheese & Potato#BreadBakers

This is a stuffed Pogaca which is made in a cast iron skillet and taste delicious. You can have this with a soup, makes a filing and complete meal. You can also shape them in buns/rolls and stuff the filling.

Ingredients
150 Grams Bread Flour
50 Grams Whole Wheat Flour
¾ Teaspoon Instant Yeast
1 Teaspoon Heaped Sugar
½ Teaspoon Sea Salt
Milk as required
1 Egg - beaten ½ Egg in the dough & remaining for brushing
½ Cup+1 Tablespoon Milk
For the Filling

3 Medium Potatoes - boiled & mashed
¼ Teaspoon Red Chilly Flakes
½ Teaspoon Mixed Herbs
1 Small Onion - finely chopped
1 Pepperoncini - finely chopped
1 Tablespoon Oil
Salt to taste
Grated Cheese as required
For The Topping

Nigella Seeds
Sesame Seeds 
Remaining Egg for brushing

Method

Knead the dough like a soft bread dough. Let it double in volume
In the meantime let's make the filling

In a cast iron skillet heat oil sauté the onion and pepperoncini till translucent. Then add the red chilly flakes, salt to taste, mixed herbs, chopped parsley. Mix well then add the mashed potatoes. Let this cool.

Divide the dough into two parts. 

Oil a cast iron 8 inch skillet well.

Roll one part of the dough into a circle to fit the pan.

then evenly distribute the filling 

then place the cheese. 

Cover with the other circle and tuck the edges below to seal the edges.

Then place a small glass and

cut into circle then cut it into equal pieces.

Brush with egg wash and sprinkle the seeds.

Bake at 180°C in a preheated oven for 35 minutes. 
They smell so tempting when they are still warm that I can't wait until they cool completely. 

They are so soft and cheesy.. just irresistible!

Labels: Bread Bakers, Breads, Stuffed Bread, Turkey, Skillet, Cheese, Potato, Whole Wheat Flour

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Crispy Crunchy Vegan Cheat Fries#SundayFunday

There is a saying.. looks can be deceptive! French fries? No these are cheat fries made from mashed potatoes a & fine semolina!! This is my take on the trending cheats version of French fries.

Ingredients
½ Cup Heaped boiled and mashed Potatoes
1 Cup Fine Rawa / Semolina
1¼ Cup Water
1 Teaspoon Sea Salt
1 Teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ Teaspoon Black pepper powder

Method

Heat the water in a pan, when it comes to a boil, add the rawa, keep stirring till it gathers together and becomes a thick mass. Switch off the flame. Leave it to cool.
Add the mashed potatoes to the cooled mixture in it along with seasonings. This is a sticky dough so slightly wet your hand and knead it to a smooth dough. Let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 15 to 20 minutes, for it to chill and set well.

Now roll it on an oiled platform and cut into finger sized pieces.

Roll them in rice flour, dust all the excess flour.

Heat oil in for shallow frying broad pan . Shallow fry in hot oil till golden on all sides.

Serve hot with ketchup.

Enjoy these great crispy, crunchy party pleasers.

My Notes 

You can prepare these fries well in advance and refrigerate them for 3 -4 days. When required, do not defrost, fry them in hot oil on medium high flame. These can also be frozen. They freeze well.

Labels: French Fries, Mashed Potatoes, Rawa, Fine Semolina, Starters, Kids delight, Sunday Funday, Savory Snacks

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Pražene Gobe z Jajci#EattheWorld

Pražene gobe z jajci is the national Slovenian dish with origins in the Štajerska region, where mushroom picking is a common and popular activity. An healthy mushroom omelette with eggs and fresh parsley is a favorite breakfast dish in the region, which can be served as a hot appetizer or an independent dish. 

Serves One
Ingredients
1 Small Clove Garlic — finely chopped
1 Medium Onion — finely chopped
3 -4 Mushrooms — sliced
1 Tablespoon Parsley — chopped
2 Large Eggs
Salt & Pepper to taste
Olive Oil for frying

Method

Break the eggs into a bowl and whisk well, add salt and black pepper to taste. Keep aside.

Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium high flame, add the onion and fry until translucent. Then add the garlic and mushrooms, fry on high flame till the moisture evaporates and the mushrooms are cooked stirring regularly. 

Add the parsley, season with salt and black pepper to taste and give it good mix. Add the whisked eggs, spread evenly over the entire pan. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook till the bottom is golden .

Serve hot. Enjoy .. Bon Appetit!! 
Labels: Egg, Keto, Slovenia, Serves One, Omelette, Mushroom, International Cuisine, Breakfast, Eat the World

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