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Delectable Coconut and Rice Pudding | Kheer

by Hearty Food Talks August 28, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Rice Pudding | Kheer

Rice pudding is simply raw rice cooked in sweetened milk. As the rice cooks, it lets off starch that thickens the milk and suspends the tender grains of rice, contributing to its creaminess.

Traditionally, it is started with uncooked rice. Whereas, to cut short the cooking-time, it can also be started with the leftover cooked rice.

A serving of rice pudding is like a warm hug on a special day. As it’s a fragrant, creamy, and pleasantly sweet dessert. Here’s how to make the easiest rice pudding, the one that we use over and over again.

Further, we can customize it in a number of interesting ways.

Ingredients

4 cups Whole Milk
2 to 3 tbsps. Basmati Rice
2 tbsps. Organic Cane Sugar
2 pods of Cardamom
4 to 6 Saffron Strands
1/4 cup Coconut Ribbons
12 to 15 Raisins
6-8 Almonds
2 to 4 Pistachios
1/2 inch Cinnamon Stick
A few drops of Rose Water 🌹

Note: Rice Pudding or Kheer is very easy to create, using only three basic ingredients. Milk, rice, and sugar! Rest of the ingredients are completely optional for an enhanced nutritional value, textures, and flavors. Adjustment of heat and stirring parts are really very important.

Rice Pudding can be served hot, cold, or at the room temperature.

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Delectable Coconut and Rice Pudding | Kheer

Prep Time: 30 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Ingredients

4 cups Whole Milk
2 to 3 tbsps. Basmati Rice
2 tbsps. Organic Cane Sugar
2 pods of Cardamom
4 to 6 Saffron Strands
1/4 cup Coconut Ribbons
12 to 15 Raisins
6-8 Almonds
2 to 4 Pistachios
1/2 inch Cinnamon Stick
A few drops of Rose Water 🌹

Instructions

Place the milk in a heavy bottom pan, over low-medium heat to bring it to boil…
Soak the rice in water for 15 minutes..
Soak the coconut ribbons, raisins, almonds in water for 1/2 hour (until our kheer cooks well)…
Wash and soak the cinnamon stick as well…..
Once the milk comes to boiling or boils, add rice to it, and let it simmer on low heat. Make sure to keep stirring-scratching from the bottom and sides of the pan…
Rice will pretty much blend with the milk in 20 minutes..at this point add the soaked cinnamon stick, coconut and raisins to the kheer.. Let it simmer for another 10 minutes and turn off the heat. Meanwhile, peel and chop the soaked almonds. Add these almonds and sugar to the kheer and combine well. Let the kheer cool down to room temperature and then add rose-water..
Serve the rice pudding into dessert bowls..
Garnish with pistachios and our rice pudding or kheer is ready to serve!

Notes

Rice Pudding or Kheer is very easy to create, using only three basic ingredients. Milk, rice, and sugar! Rest of the ingredients are completely optional for an enhanced nutritional value, textures, and flavors. Adjustment of heat and stirring parts are really very important. Rice Pudding can be served hot, cold, or at the room temperature.

August 28, 2021 0 comment

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Green Chilies

by Hearty Food Talks August 27, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Green Chilies

Green Chilies are one of the most used spices in our cooking. Apart from an array of amazing flavors, smells, and tastes that we get from chillies in our cooking, there are surprisingly a number of incredible health benefits too.

Benefits

ZERO calories
Speeds up the metabolism
Rich in VitaminC
Great for skin regime
Boosts your mood
Lowers the body temperature
Good source of Iron
Balances blood sugar levels
Improves immune system
Pain reliever
Prevents ulcers
Heart healthy
Full of antioxidants

Wash the green chillies.
Dry it with paper towel.
Gently remove the stems off the chilies.
Place them a ziploc or an air-tight container.
Refrigerate or freeze the chilies as per your preference and requirements.

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August 27, 2021 0 comment

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Homemade Paneer And Broccoli Salad

by Hearty Food Talks August 26, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Homemade Paneer And Broccoli Salad 🥦 🧀

Broccoli has long been considered as a superfood. I mean, one of the healthiest veggies because of its nutritional makeup.

It is high in dietary fiber, thus excellent for detoxification, weight loss, and our gut health. Great for skincare, eye health, and is anti-aging.

Broccoli has powerful antioxidants to fight cancer, and vitamin C to aid in iron absorption.

Due to the presence of calcium, and vitamin K, broccoli is also good for bone health.

Rest it helps reducing cholesterol, inflammation, allergic reactions.

Salads are one good way to incorporate broccoli into our diet.

Ingredients

Salad:
2-3 cups Lettuce & Romaine Hearts 🥬
2 cups Broccoli Florets 🥦
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes 🍅
2 Persian Cucumbers 🥒
2 small Oranges 🍊
2-4 tbsps. Homemade Paneer
Salad Dressing:
White Vinegar or Lemon Juice 🍋
Garlic (minced or powder)
Mustard (paste or powder)
Olive Oil
Black Pepper 🌶
Pink Salt 🧂

Note: Place all salad dressing ingredients (as per our preference) into a mixing bowl. Whisk them to blend together.

Note: Our Homemade Broccoli and Paneer Salad is very easy to assemble. I always prefer using homemade fresh and soft paneer into this salad. Otherwise, any store bought paneer or cheese of our choice is good to go. Here, we may use steamed broccoli as well.

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Homemade Paneer And Broccoli Salad 🥦 🧀

Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Ingredients

2-3 cups Lettuce & Romaine Hearts 🥬
2 cups Broccoli Florets 🥦
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes 🍅
2 Persian Cucumbers 🥒
2 small Oranges 🍊
2-4 tbsps. Homemade Paneer
White Vinegar or Lemon Juice 🍋
Garlic (minced or powder)
Mustard (paste or powder)
Olive Oil
Black Pepper 🌶
Pink Salt 🧂

Instructions

Place all salad ingredients (properly washed, spinned, and chopped) into a bowl. Give a gentle toss. Top it with some extra paneer and serve!

Notes

Our Broccoli and paneer salad is very easy to assemble. I always prefer using homemade fresh and soft paneer into this salad. Otherwise, any store bought paneer or cheese of our choice is good to go. Here, we may use steamed broccoli as well.

August 26, 2021 0 comment

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Homemade Lettuce Tomato Cucumber Salad

by Hearty Food Talks August 25, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Lettuce Tomato Cucumber Salad 🥬🍅🥒

Eating a salad a day is directly correlated with higher nutrient levels. There are many benefits of eating salads.

Salads are a rich source of dietary fiber. Which is excellent for our gut health.

We get the maximum nutritional benefits of the fresh fruits and vegetable used in our salads.

Salads are very helpful in weight loss or management.

Nuts and seeds aid our intake of healthy fats.

Cheese, paneer, or beans add the protein content to our salads. Great to improve our body muscles, and heart health.

Now, adding salad dressing to a salad increases the absorption of certain nutrients being consumed.

The fat in salad dressing helps absorb key nutrients such as lycopene and alpha- and beta-carotene.

People who eat salads, salad dressing, and raw vegetables are more likely to meet recommended intakes for vitamins C, E and folic acid.

Consumption of as little as one serving of salad or raw vegetables per day is significantly associated with the likelihood of meeting the recommended nutrient intakes of each of vitamins A, E, B6, and folic acid.

Ingredients

Salad:
2-3 cups Lettuce & Romaine Hearts 🥬
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes 🍅
2 Persian Cucumbers 🥒
3-4 Strawberries 🍓
1 tbsp. Mixed Nuts (toasted)
Salad Dressing:
Lemon Juice 🍋
Honey 🍯
Olive Oil (optional)
Black Pepper 🌶
Pink Salt 🧂

Note: As per our preference, add the salad dressing ingredients into a small mixing bowl or a glass bottle with a secured lid. Accordingly, whisk or shake the ingredients well to get the best results.

Note: A few tips to create a better or more flavorful salad. Prepare a salad dressing of your own from fresh ingredients.

Try to use a combination of greens of different texture and flavor. Also, season the greens with our favorite fresh herbs.

Salads offer us to incorporate a wide range of vegetables, fruits, greens, nuts, seeds, beans, cheese, croutons, and herbs. We can always assemble a salad as per the ingredients, and time available to us.

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Homemade Lettuce Tomato Cucumber Salad 🥬🍅🥒

Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Ingredients

2-3 cups Lettuce & Romaine Hearts 🥬
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes 🍅
2 Persian Cucumbers 🥒
3-4 Strawberries 🍓
1 tbsp. Mixed Nuts (toasted)
Lemon Juice 🍋
Honey 🍯
Olive Oil (optional)
Black Pepper 🌶
Pink Salt 🧂

Instructions

Nicely wash and chop the fruits/veggies into bite size pieces. Keep them separated until ready to serve. We may even store them in Ziplocs.
Toss the ingredients together, right before serving. Top it with some nuts, and salad dressing. Our refreshing homemade salad is ready to enjoy!

Notes

A few tips to create a better or more flavorful salad. Prepare a salad dressing of your own from fresh ingredients. Try to use a combination of greens of different texture and flavor. Also, season the greens with our favorite fresh herbs. Salads offer us to incorporate a wide range of vegetables, fruits, greens, nuts, seeds, beans, cheese, croutons, and herbs. We can always assemble a salad as per the ingredients, and time available to us.

August 25, 2021 0 comment

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Meethi Sewai | Sweet Vermicelli To Celebrate Raksha Bandhan

by Hearty Food Talks August 22, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Meethi Sewai 😊

Raksha Bandhan, also abbreviated to Rakhi, is celebrated on the full moon in the month of Sravana (July/August) in the lunar calendar. The word Raksha means protection, whilst Bandhan means to tie.

This festival celebrates the love of a brother for his sister. On this day, sisters tie rakhi on the wrists of their brothers to protect them against evil influences, and pray for their long life and happiness. They in turn, give a gift which is a promise that they will protect their sisters from any harm. Within these Rakhis reside sacred feelings and well wishes. This festival is mostly celebrated in North India.

The history of Rakshabandhan dates back to Hindu mythology. As per Hindu mythology, in Mahabharata, the great Indian epic, Draupadi, wife of the Pandavas had torn the corner of her sari to prevent Lord Krishna’s wrist from bleeding (he had inadvertently hurt himself). Thus, a bond, that of brother and sister developed between them, and he promised to protect her.

Ingredients

4 cups Whole Milk
4-6 tbsps. Baked Vermicelli (or Sewai)
2 tbsps. Organic Cane Sugar
4-5 Saffron Threads
1-2 tbsps. Mixed Dry Fruits
(almonds, raisins, pistachios, cashews)
1/4 tsp. Cardamom Powder
1/2 tsp. Rose Water

Note: Homemade Meethi Sewai or Sweet Vermicelli cooked in milk is a very easy, quick, and wholesome recipe to create at any auspicious occasion. Today, I have created it to celebrate the beautiful festival of RAKSHA BANDHAN 🎊

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Meethi Sewai or Sweet Vermicelli

Serves: 3 Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Ingredients

4 cups Whole Milk
4-6 tbsps. Baked Vermicelli (or Sewai)
2 tbsps. Organic Cane Sugar
4-5 Saffron Threads
1-2 tbsps. Mixed Dry Fruits
(almonds, raisins, pistachios, cashews)
1/4 tsp. Cardamom Powder
1/2 tsp. Rose Water

Instructions

Place the milk in a heavy bottom pan on a low-medium heat. Bring the milk to rolling boil.
Add vermicelli, and saffron, nuts, cardamom powder, sugar, and keep stirring for 5 mins. on a low heat. Turn off the heat and put the pan away from the stove or keep stirring it occasionally, so that the milk doesn’t stick to the bottom.
Let it cool down a little bit, add rose water, give a gentle stir and serve into a bowl. Garnish with some dry fruits and it’s ready to eat!
Meethi Sewai (or Sweet Vermicelli) with vibrant strawberries 🍓 🍓

Notes

Homemade Meethi Sewai or Sweet Vermicelli cooked in milk is a very easy, quick, and wholesome recipe to create at any auspicious occasion. Today, I have created it to celebrate the beautiful festival of RAKSHA BANDHAN 🎊

August 22, 2021 0 comment

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Celery

by Hearty Food Talks August 20, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Celery

Celery is a member of the carrot family that has been cultivated as a vegetable since antiquity. It has a long fibrous stalk tapering into leaves. Its stalks, leaves or hypocotyl are eaten and used in cooking.

Benefits

Great source of antioxidants
Reduced inflammation
Supports digestion
(Vitamins A, K, and C, plus minerals like potassium and folate)
Enriched with Vitamins & Minerals
Low glycemic index
It has an alkalizing effect
Prevents high blood pressure

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August 20, 2021 0 comment

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Homemade Sweet N Sour Mango Salsa

by Hearty Food Talks August 18, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Homemade Sweet N Sour Mango Salsa

No Cinco De Mayo Party Menu completes without a fresh salsa!

Salsa is a variety of sauces used as condiments for tacos and other Mexican and Mexican-American foods, and as dips for tortilla chips. They may be raw or cooked, and are generally served at room temperature.

Usually, salsa is a spicy sauce of chopped tomatoes, onions, and peppers that is commonly served with Mexican food.

Also, a similar sauce made with a main ingredient other than tomatoes is called as a salsa. For example, mango salsa, corn salsa, tomatillo salsa, black beans salsa, strawberry salsa, peach salsa, and pineapple salsa.

The recipe name spells exactly like the popular Salsa music of Latin American origin that has absorbed characteristics of rhythm and blues, jazz, and rock.

Ingredients

1 cup Perfectly Ripen And Flavorful Mango 🥭 (finely diced)
1/4 cup Green Bell Pepper 🫑 (finely diced)
1/4 cup Red Bell Pepper (finely diced)
1 medium Red Onion 🧅 (finely chopped)
A pinch of Crushed Garlic (optional)
1/2 to 1 Green Chili (Deseeded and finely chopped)
1/4 to 1/2 cup Fresh Coriander (finely chopped)
1 tsp. to 2 tsps. Lemon Juice 🍋
1 tsp. Lemon Zest
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. Black Pepper
1/2 to 1 tsp. Pink Salt

Note: Though the store bought or restaurant salsa is always available but I prefer creating it in my kitchen itself. There is no match to the bursting flavors of fresh homemade salsa. It’s an awesome recipe to feed our kids. I love creating salsa using seasonal fruits. All taste amazing, refreshing, and delicious.

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Homemade Sweet N Sour Mango Salsa

Serves: 3 Prep Time: 30 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Ingredients

1 cup Perfectly Ripen And Flavorful Mango 🥭 (finely diced)
1/4 cup Green Bell Pepper 🫑 (finely diced)
1/4 cup Red Bell Pepper (finely diced)
1 medium Red Onion 🧅 (finely chopped)
A pinch of Crushed Garlic (optional)
1/2 to 1 Green Chili (Deseeded and finely chopped)
1/4 to 1/2 cup Fresh Coriander (finely chopped)
1 tsp. to 2 tsps. Lemon Juice 🍋
1 tsp. Lemon Zest
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. Black Pepper
1/2 to 1 tsp. Pink Salt

Instructions

Traditionally, salsa is prepared with tomatoes but today I have created it with a flavorful mango.
Mango, our most delicious summer fruit 😊
Finely chopped mango, fresh coriander, red onions, colored bell peppers, deseeded green chili, lemon zest, black pepper, and pink salt.
Place all the ingredients in a mixing bowl..
Give a gentle stir..adjust the seasoning…
Keep it aside for 5 to 10 minutes..
After 10 minutes, our vibrant salsa is ready to serve…
Teamed it up with white corn tortilla chips.
Thoroughly enjoyed our homemade, quick, and easy sweet n sour mango salsa!

Notes

Though the store bought or restaurant salsa is always available but I prefer creating it in my kitchen itself. There is no match to the bursting flavors of fresh homemade salsa. It’s an awesome recipe to feed our kids. I love creating salsa using seasonal fruits. All taste amazing, refreshing, and delicious.

August 18, 2021 0 comment

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Spicy Chickpeas Curry

by Hearty Food Talks August 17, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Spicy Chickpeas Curry

Chickpeas, or garbanzo beans, or Kabuli Chana are a type of legume. The most popular variety of chickpeas has a round shape and a beige color. Similar to other legumes, chickpeas are rich in fiber and protein. They also contain several important vitamins and minerals. In short, their nutrients have several health benefits. Chickpeas are excellent for our bone health, heart health, gut health, and weight management. We must try to include chickpeas into our diet. I try to incorporate these in my salads, curries, snacks, and spreads. Here, is a step-by-step recipe of Spicy Chickpeas Curry with some oil. ( I do create the same delicious curry with no oil at all. Just the same ingredients, and same instructions. Except that of the seasoning in oil, I simply dry roast all of the whole spices).

Ingredients

1 cup Chickpeas
(Soaked into water for 6 to 8 hrs.)
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. Tea Leaves
(to boil in 1/2 cup of water)
1 to 2 tbsps. Olive Oil (for seasoning)
1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
1/2 to 1-inch piece of Ginger
1 to 2 small-medium Tomatoes
1 to 2 medium Green Chilies
1/4 cup Fresh Coriander (finely chopped)

Spices:

A good pinch of Asafetida (Hing)
4 to 6 Whole Black Peppers
2 to 4 Cloves
1-inch piece Cinnamon Stick
2 small Bay Leaves
1 tsp. Cumin Seeds
1/4 tsp. Turmeric Powder
1 tsp. Red Chili Powder
2 tsp. Coriander Powder
1/2 tsp. Kasturi Methi (optional)
1/2 tsp. Garam Masala
1 to 1 n 1/2 tsps. Salt
1 tbsp. Ghee (completely optional)

Note: This chickpea recipe has been created in a very little oil. Occasionally, we may add ghee to it. Make sure that the boiled chickpeas are perfectly soft. For a hard variety of chickpeas, we may always add a bit of cooking baking soda while soaking and boiling processes of the chickpeas. The recipe can be enjoyed with rice, chapati, paratha, or naan.

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Spicy Chickpeas Curry

Serves: 6 Prep Time: 45 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Ingredients

1 cup Chickpeas
(Soaked into water for 6 to 8 hrs.)
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. Tea Leaves
(to boil in 1/2 cup of water)
1 to 2 tbsps. Olive Oil (for seasoning)
1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
1/2 to 1-inch piece of Ginger
1 to 2 small-medium Tomatoes
1 to 2 medium Green Chilies
1/4 cup Fresh Coriander (finely chopped)
A good pinch of Asafetida (Hing)
4 to 6 Whole Black Peppers
2 to 4 Cloves
1-inch piece Cinnamon Stick
2 small Bay Leaves
1 tsp. Cumin Seeds
1/4 tsp. Turmeric Powder
1 tsp. Red Chili Powder
2 tsp. Coriander Powder
1/2 tsp. Kasturi Methi (optional)
1/2 tsp. Garam Masala
1 to 1 n 1/2 tsps. Salt
1 tbsp. Ghee (completely optional)

Instructions

Chickpeas soaked in water for 6 to 8 hours (overnight)…
Regular tea leaves boiled in 1/2 cup of water…
Chickpeas boiled in leveled water plus the salt and strained tea-water…
In a heavy bottom pan, add oil, hing, cloves, black peppers, cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, and bay leaves…
Add ginger, onions, tomatoes, turmeric, red pepper, and salt…
Adjust the heat to low-medium, cover the pan with the lid and let it cook until soft and well done..
At this point, add the boiled gravy chickpeas along with the water it has been boiled in…
Combine well and let the chicken simmer on low-medium heat for 10 minutes, until chickpeas get well blended with the gravy…
Add some garam masala, fresh coriander to the chickpeas, and it’s ready to serve!

Notes

This chickpea recipe has been created in a very little oil. Occasionally, we may add ghee to it. Make sure that the boiled chickpeas are perfectly soft. For a hard variety of chickpeas, we may always add a bit of cooking baking soda while soaking and boiling processes of the chickpeas. The recipe can be enjoyed with rice, chapati, paratha, or naan.

August 17, 2021 0 comment

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Rava Upma (Semolina Upma)

by Hearty Food Talks August 14, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Rava Upma (Semolina Upma)

Semolina is high in protein and fiber, both of which slow down our digestion process and increase the feeling of fullness. This prevents us from overeating. There are many other powerful benefits of semolina.
Such as, due to the presence of potassium content in semolina, it helps improving our kidney function.

Semolina is a good source of vitamin B and E. Therefore, excellent for our immunity system.

The trace minerals in semolina, such as phosphorus, zinc and magnesium, are great for the health of our bones and nervous system.

Semolina is a quick and wholesome source of energy. We can create both sweet and savory recipes using semolina. The most popular ones are Semolina Pudding/ Porridge with nuts and raisins. Savory Semolina Upma with vegetables and nuts. Here, I am sharing how to create a delicious bowl of Semolina Upma.

Ingredients

1 cup of Rava (Semolina)
3 to 4 cups of Warm Water
1 tbsp. Ghee (Purified Butter)
A few Cashews
A few Peanuts
1 tbsp. Desiccated Coconut
1 tsp. Chana Dal (Gram Lentils)
1 tsp. Urad Dal (Skinned Black Lentils)

Veggies:

1/2 inch piece of Ginger
1 medium Onion
2 medium Green Chilies
1/4 cup Fresh Coriander
1 medium Lemon
1 medium Carrot
4 to 6 French Beans
1/4 cup Green Peas

Spices:

A pinch of Hing (Asafetida)
1 to 2 tsps. Mustard Seeds
1 tsp. Cumin Seeds
6 to 7 Curry Leaves
1/3 tsp. Turmeric
1/4 tsp. Red Chili Powder
1/4 tsp. Garam Masala
Salt as per our preference

Note: Rava Upma makes an excellent breakfast. Though the Rava recipes require a good amount of ghee but I try to cut it down significantly. The recipe requires proper heat adjustments. Even the plain version (no carrot, bean, and green peas) of Rava Upma tastes super awesome. As far as the amount of water is concerned 3 cups of water is absolutely fine. I personally prefer using 4 cups of water for a prolong cooking of Upma.

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Rava Upma (Semolina Upma)

Prep Time: 40 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 1 voted )

Ingredients

1 cup of Rava (Semolina)
3 to 4 cups of Warm Water
1 tbsp. Ghee (Purified Butter)
A few Cashews
A few Peanuts
1 tbsp. Desiccated Coconut
1 tsp. Chana Dal (Gram Lentils)
1 tsp. Urad Dal (Skinned Black Lentils)
1/2 inch piece of Ginger
1 medium Onion
2 medium Green Chilies
1/4 cup Fresh Coriander
1 medium Lemon
1 medium Carrot
4 to 6 French Beans
1/4 cup Green Peas
A pinch of Hing (Asafetida)
1 to 2 tsps. Mustard Seeds
1 tsp. Cumin Seeds
6 to 7 Curry Leaves
1/3 tsp. Turmeric
1/4 tsp. Red Chili Powder
1/4 tsp. Garam Masala
Salt as per our preference

Instructions

In a heavy bottom pan, add 1/2 tbsp. ghee on low-medium heat, add the lentils and roast until light pink. Immediately, add semolina to it and adjust the heat to low. Start roasting semolina until fragrant or changes its color to a very light pink (with a constant stirring)...
Semolina after 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer it to a bowl for later use..
Add 1/4 tbsp. ghee to the same pan on low-medium heat. Add peanuts and cashews to it..turn the heat to low and roast the nuts for 2 to 3 mins. with a constant stirring. Transfer them to a separate bowl..
After all the above preparations, start seasoning with the rest of the ghee, hing, mustard seeds, curry leaves, chilies, grated ginger, and onions. Let the onions turn light brown on low-medium heat...
Add all veggies..cook them for two minutes on medium heat. Add turmeric, chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Cover the pan with a lid, turn the heat to low and let veggies cook properly for 2 minutes..
Add 4 cups of warm water, and salt to taste. Wait till water starts boiling...
Carefully, add semolina in two to three parts while constantly stirring on low-medium heat. Combine well.. cover with the lid and let the Upma cook on low heat for 5 minutes.
Add roasted nuts, and fresh coriander to it.. turn off the heat. Let the covered Upma rest for another 2 minutes.
Add lemon juice and it’s ready to serve!
May set the same Upma in a bowl, and turn it upside down on a serving plate.

Notes

Rava Upma makes an excellent breakfast. Though the Rava recipes require a good amount of ghee but I try to cut it down significantly. The recipe requires proper heat adjustments. Even the plain version (no carrot, bean, and green peas) of Rava Upma tastes super awesome. As far as the amount of water is concerned 3 cups of water is absolutely fine. I personally prefer using 4 cups of water for a prolong cooking of Upma.

August 14, 2021 0 comment

Curry Recipes Immunity Boosters

Black Lentils And Radish Curry

by Hearty Food Talks August 13, 2021

written by Hearty Food Talks

Black Lentils and Radish Curry

Radish is a crisp, crunchy, and slightly peppery root vegetable from the mustard family. It is just perfect to be sliced and added to salads, curries, and pickles. Radishes are consumed across the globe. Right from Asia, to Europe, Egypt, USA, and Mexico. There are many varieties of radishes. The most popular ones are white and long like a carrot, small, and round shaped with red skin and white flesh.

Radishes are amazing for the overall wellness of our health, as these are rich in folic acid, potassium, vitamin B6, magnesium, riboflavin, and calcium.

Radishes also contain high levels of water. Vitamin C, phosphorus, zinc, and some components of the B-12 complex. These ingredients are vital to maintain proper hydration of our skin.

Radishes are helpful in improving our digestion, and maintaining an adequate intake of the nutrients from the food that we eat.

Radishes are excellent for our heart health, immune system, and metabolism.

Ingredients

1/2 cup Black Lentils (soaked in water for an hour)
1 medium Radish (with its greens)
1/2 inch piece Ginger
1 to 2 medium Green Chilies
1 tbsp. Mustard Oil
A pinch of Hing (Asafetida)
1/2 tsp. Carom Seeds (Ajwain)
1/2 tsp. Cumin Seeds
1/2 tsp. Tumeric Powder
1/2 tsp. Red Chili Powder
1/4 tsp. Garam Masala
1/2 tsp. Salt

Note: Black Lentils And Radish Curry is a healthy traditional recipe from North India. Usually, served as a side dish or warm salad along with the wintertime lunches. A lighter version may be created with the Moong Dal (Split or Skinned Green Lentils). Buttermilk or Boondi Rata teams up great with it. Cooks under 15 minutes using a few basic spices.

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Black Lentils And Radish Curry

Serves: 5 Prep Time: 45 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5

( 2 voted )

Ingredients

1/2 cup Black Lentils (soaked in water for an hour)
1 medium Radish (with its greens)
1/2 inch piece Ginger
1 to 2 medium Green Chilies
1 tbsp. Mustard Oil
A pinch of Hing (Asafetida)
1/2 tsp. Carom Seeds (Ajwain)
1/2 tsp. Cumin Seeds
1/2 tsp. Tumeric Powder
1/2 tsp. Red Chili Powder
1/4 tsp. Garam Masala
1/2 tsp. Salt

Instructions

Start seasoning with mustard oil, asafetida, carom seeds, cumin seeds, ginger, green chilies, turmeric, and red chili powder...
Add soaked black lentils...stir mix well...add some salt and two tbsps. of water, adjust the heat to low... cover the pan and let these lentils cook for 5 to 8 minutes....
Once our lentils are well done with no extra water..add radish..
plus greens, rest of the salt, garam masala..give a gentle stir....cover the lid and let it cook for another 2 to 5 minutes on low-medium heat (depending upon the crunch you want to be in radish and greens).....
Serve immediately with homemade wheat or multigrain flour roti, or with yellow lentils and steamed rice, mango chutney, buttermilk, and papad!

Notes

Black Lentils And Radish Curry is a healthy traditional recipe from North India. Usually, served as a side dish or warm salad along with the wintertime lunches. A lighter version may be created with the Moong Dal (Split or Skinned Green Lentils). Buttermilk or Boondi Rata teams up great with it. Cooks under 15 minutes using a few basic spices.

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