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12/06/2020

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18/05/2020

CORN & METHI KABABS

Simple recipe with delicious taste for low calories diet.
this is a healthy starter with low calories

INGREDIENTS
1 - cup boiled and crushed corn kernels
1/2 cup chopped fenugreek (methi) leaves
1/2 cup boiled, peeled and mashed potatoes
2 tbsp chopped corriander( dhania)
1 tsp finely chopped green chillies
2 tbsp rice flour (chawal ka aata)
salt to taste
1 tsp oil for cooking

METHOD
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into 2 inch thick round flat tikki's.
Cook each tikki on a non-stick tawa using 1/8 tsp of oil till they turn golden brown in color from both the sides.
SERVE HOT

16/05/2020

Smoothie - Fruit and vegi.

In current situation of Covid 19, we are in home quarantined, so when you are not allowed to go to gym, park or for Yoga what will you do?

Doing any thing light in home and controlling in your diet too can make a lot of difference, feeling tired, over heating and glands swelling are all signs that our immune system is busy fighting something. Our immune system has evolved to naturally detect and eliminate viral infections. And we can actively strengthen our immunity and natural defenses by looking after over self's.

Vitamin C is one of the biggest immune system booster of all, infect a lot of lack of vitamin C can even make you more prone to getting sick, however its important to have strong immune system that can fight back against the germs you can encounter.

Here is an Immunity booster to boost your immune system.

Recipe - Carrot, apple, orange with ginger smoothie.

Ingredients:
* carrot = 1 qty
* apple = 2 qty
* orange = 3 qty
* ginger = half TSP
* Turmeric = 1/4 TSP

Method:
Peal carrot and cut apples into small pieces, cut oranges in half and squeeze the juice, add carrot and orange juice in blender and blend until smooth, add apple pieces (remove seeds from it). last add ginger and turmeric and blend until smooth and the booster is ready.

Have this immunity booster and energize your self.

15/05/2020

Date & Nuts Ball
Dates have tons of high benefits,from heart health to strengthening bones. Dates are high in natural sugars, so if you need a quick burst of energy mid-day go for a handful of dates.
Nuts are good sources of fat, fiber and protein. Nuts are highly nutritious.
Coconuts are especially high in manganese, which is essential for bone health. It is also a very good source of B-complex vitamins. coconut meat and water contain a good amount of potassium.
Today I am sharing a sweet recipe using date n nuts as they are referred to as potassium powerhouse. This sweet is loved by everyone and can be consumed any time, it can be stored for 2-3 months.

INGREDIENTS FOR DATES AND NUT BALLS
1 cup chopped dates
2 tbsp finely chopped almonds
2 tbsp finely chopped pistachios
3 tbsp finely chopped cashew nut
1 tbsp poppy seeds
1 tbsp finely chopped walnuts
2 tbsp ghee

desiccated coconut and cocoa powder for garnishing

METHOD
Heat the ghee in a thick pan, add dates and cook on a slow flame for 3-4 minutes.
switch off the flame, add the almonds, pistachios and cashew nuts and mix well. allow it to cool completely.
once the mixture is cooled divide it into 10 or 12 equal parts and shape each portion into round balls
Take a ball dip half ball in cocoa powder and other half in coconut powder. This will give an amazing taste to the balls.
Store in an air tight container and enjoy healthy eating.

06/05/2020

Weight loss diet recipe - Vegetable Dalia

Dalia : just like milk dalia is also considered as complete meal, it is ideal for all those who wants to have a flat tummy, or people on quick weight loss program, dalia is rich in fiber contain and is a good source of the daily requirement of fiber and magnesium. It can be made in several ways and is one of the healthiest option for breakfast, lunch or dinner. It is also low in calories.

One reason why dalia should be a part of your daily diet is that, it can be cooked easily and can be made into a number of recipes, you just need to boil it and add milk or veggies of your choice or tempering it and enjoy the dish.

Recipe: VEGETABLE DALIA

Ingredient:

Dalia - 1 cup
Cauliflower florets - 1 cup
capsicum - 1 cup (chopped ) (all three color capsicum can be used)
carrot - 1/2 cup (chopped )
green peas - 1/2 cup
onion - 1/2 cup (chopped)
tomato - 1 cup (chopped)
garlic - 1 tsp (grated)
ginger - 1 tsp (grated)
cumin seeds - 1 tsp
oil - 1 tbsp (any daily used oil)
coriander - 1 tbsp
mint - 1 tsp
salt- as per taste
red chilly powder - 2 tsp
turmeric powder - 1/4 tsp
water - 2 cup

Method

Wash dalia properly 2-3 times, heat oil in pressure cooker, add cumin seed, ginger and garlic, add all chopped vegetables, dalia, salt, red chilly powder, turmeric powder and mix well.

Close the lid and blow 3-4 cooker whistle , switch off the flame and let the cooker cooled down. Now open the lid, mix dalia with spatula , add coriander, mint and give it a mix. squeeze lemon if required.

Dalia is ready to be served with raita or curd.

**Any seasonal vegetable can be used as per your choice, oil can be skipped in this recipe.

Eat healthy and stay healthy

01/05/2020

01/05/2020

Russian Salad Recipe
This salad is traditionally from Russian cuisine but has now become popular all over the world. this salad is simple, easy, tasty and wholesome, you can serve the Russian Salad with regular meal or as a snack when ever you are hungry.

for people who have the urge to eat something sweet after the meal Russian salad can be the best choice

INGREDIENTS:
Potato - 1 medium size
Carrot - 1/2 cup chopped
Green peas - 1/2 cup
Cucumber - 1/2 cup
Apple - 3/4 cup chopped pieces
Pineapple - 1/2 cup diced
Grapes- 1/2 cup chopped
Yogurt - 1 cup
Salt - 2 tsp
Black pepper - 1/2 tsp -powder
Sugar - 1 tbsp

METHOD

Boil potato, carrot and peas, then chop them in small pieces but don't mash them, mix all the chopped fruits and vegetables in a large bowl.

To make the dressing combine yogurt with salt, black pepper powder and sugar and mix well.

You can add very little water to make a dressing of coating consisting, don't add too much water. Pour the dressing over the fruits and vegetables and toss them evenly.

Chill the salad for couple of hours before serving.

30/04/2020

HEALTHY OATS DOSA OATS are incredibly nutritious. They are good source of carbs and fibre including the powerful fiber.
They also contain more protein and fat against most grains. OATS are loaded with important vitamins, minerals and antioxident compounds.
Today i'm going to share recipe of oats dosa which are crispy delicious and healthy.

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup oats (rolled or instant)
1/4 cup rice flour
1/4 cup semolina or rava
salt as needed
2 green chilies chopped
1/2 tsp cumin or jeera
2 tbsp onions finely chopped
1 tsp curry leaves chopped
1/2 tsp ginger crushed
1/4 cup curd
1 1/4 cup water
2 tbsp oil

METHOD

Put 1/2 cup oats in a mixer jar and blend it into a fine powder. Now take a jar put the powdered oats, salt , rice flour, semolina, cumin, curry leaves, green chilies, chopped onions and coriander leaves.
Then add curd and water. mix all the ingredients to make a batter same as like rava dosa batter.
Keep this batter for 15 mins. If the batter is too thick then add water and if it is runny then add rice flour to it.
Grease the tawa with oil and heat it. When the tawa is moderately hot pour one ladle of batter on the tawa evenly.
Don't spread the batter. Put some oil on the edges and cook dosa on medium heat
when cooked well from one side flip the dosa and cook on the other side and make it crispy.
And golden crisp dosa is ready to be served with coconut chutney.

25/04/2020

ONE POT VEGETABLE BIRYANI
This one pot Biryani is an Indian delicacy perfect for the vegetarians.

It is loaded with a variety of fresh vegetables and is equally flavorful and tasty.

This veg Biryani is prepared using commonly available fresh vegetables. Therefore, it is nutritious and healthy.

INGREDIENTS
2 cups Basmati rice
1 cup green peas
2 pieces medium carrots diced
1 cup green beans
2 large onions sliced
2 cups cauliflower florets
1/2 cup curd
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/3 cup chopped fresh coriander
1/4 cup mint leaves
2-3 green chilies
2-3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tsp cumin seeds
2 tbsp biryani masala
1 tbsp oil
4 cups water
salt to taste

METHOD
Soak rice in water and set aside for 15 - 20 mins.
Heat oil in a heavy bottom pan on medium to high heat.Add onions and saute them until light brown.
Put cumin, garlic, green chili and cook for about 1 min..
Add cauliflower, carrots and french beans and saute for 6-8 mins.
Finally add curd,lemon juice, green peas and soaked rice mix gently.
Add salt and biryani masala to the rice
Add water and let it boil.
Then add freshly chopped mint and coriander and cook the rice on low heat for 18 - 20 mins.
Serve warm and enjoy the flavour's of Biryani with a bowl of flavored raita.

22/04/2020

OATS IDLI

Oats are among the healthiest grains on earth.

They're gluten- free whole grain and a great source of important vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants.

Oatmeal have many health benefits.

These include weight loss, lower blood sugar levels and a reduced risk of heart disease.

So today's recipe OATS IDLI is low in calories but high nutritive value and is good for breakfast or evening snack.

INGREDIENTS for oats idli
2 cups oats
1/2 ltr curd
1 tbsp mustard seeds
1 tbsp urad dal
1 tbsp chana dal
1/2 tbsp oil
2 tsp green chilies finely chopped
1 cup carrots (grated)
1 tbsp coriander, finely chopped
1/2 tbsp turmeric powder
2 tbsp salt
a pinch of fruit salt
(any veggies can be added as per your choice)

METHOD

Dry roast the oats in a pan till it becomes slightly brown and grind it in a mixture.

Add oil in a pan add mustard seeds, urad dal, chana dal and allow the dal to turn golden .add chopped chilies, grated carrot and coriander, add this mixture to the powdered oats mixture and add the curd to it , to make batter like consistency. grease the idli steamer with oil. Add a pinch of fruit salt and mix well pour this batter in idli steamer and steam for 15 minutes . after 15 mins check idli with knife if idli does not stick to the knife then your healthy idli's are ready.

SERVE IDLI'S WITH FRESH COCONUT CHUTNEY.

21/04/2020

QUINOA is rich in protein and also described as SUPER FOOD or SUPER GRAIN has become popular among the health conscious, with good reason.
QUINOA is packed with protein, fiber and various vitamins and minerals. It is also gluten- free and is recommended for people who are on a gluten free diet.

INGREDIENTS FOR QUINOA VEG UPMA
1/2 cup quinoa, washed and drained
2 tsp oil
1/2 tsp mustard seeds (rai)
1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)
1 tsp finely chopped green chillies
1/2 tsp finely chopped ginger
4 curry leaves
2 tbsp raw peanuts
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
1/2 cup green peas
1/4 cup finely chopped carrot
1/4 tsp chilli powder
salt to taste
1/4 cup finely chopped coriander
1 tsp lemon juice

METHOD
Heat oil in a deep non stick pan, add mustard seeds and asafoetida and saute on a medium flame for few seconds.
Add green chillies, ginger and curry leaves and saute on a medium flame for a few seconds.
Add the peanuts and saute on a medium flame for a minute.
Add the onions and saute on a medium flame for 2 mins.
Add the green peas and carrot and saute again for 2 mins
Add quinoa and saute on medium flame for a minute.
Add chilli powder, salt and 2-1/4 cups of hot water , mix well cover with a lid and cook on medium flame for 20 mins and stir occasionally .
switch off the flame, add coriander and lemon juice and mix well.
SERVE HOT
content of the recipe by Tarla Dalal.