A little bit of this and a little bit of that

melba toast and sun-dried tomato snack

2011-07-19T16:49:00.000-07:00

This is a healthy delicious snack that is great for when you have guests over

Ingredients:

Melba sesame toast

fat free cream cheese

California sun-dried tomatoes (found in the produce section)

Prep:

place the toast in singles on a plate

smear the cream cheese over the toast

remove the tomatoes from the oil and place on top

enjoy!

Beef and Broccoli

2011-07-19T13:11:00.000-07:00

Ingredients:

Beef steak piece

salt

pepper

ground ginger

ground garlic

broccoli

Olive Oil

soy sauce

chilli sauce

Flour

Sweet sauce

Prep:

slice the beef steak piece into thin strips

Cover the strips with salt and pepper

add a tsp of garlic and ginger each

rub into the strips and set aside for it to soak up the spices

In a pan, saute the broccoli in olive oil with a dash of soy sauce and set aside

In a small wok add a tbsp. of olive oil

saute the strips for 5 minutes on high heat

turn to medium low heat

add a tsp. each of the sauces

Add a 2 more tbsps of soy sauce

add a dash of flour to thicken the sauce

Continue cooking at low heat covered for 10 more minutes
Add the broccoli to the meat and mix

Serve over a bed of steamed white rice (or brown if you're feeling healthy)

enjoy!

Pineapple Cake

2011-07-19T13:00:00.000-07:00

Note: this recipe isn't entirely mine, I made a few tweaks to recipes I found online

Cake Ingredients:

2 eggs

2 cups all purpose flour

3/4 cup White Sugar (or splenda)

Vanilla Extract

2 tsp. Baking Soda

20 oz can crushed pineapple

note: these measurements serve about 8-10 people (depending on how you cut the slices)

Prep:

Pre-heat the oven to 350

Take a medium-large bowl and add the flour

Add 3/4 cup sugar or splenda (some recipes call for more, there is no need for that)

Add the baking soda

Mix all these dry ingredients together

Make a crater in the middle and add the eggs, vanilla extract and pineapples

Now mix until all ingredients are uniform

Butter the sides of your baking pan (i used a round glass pan with high edges and it has worked really well for me)

Now dust lightly with flour

Add the cake mixture prepared above

Place in the middle rack of the oven

Turn the timer to 40 mins (but be sure to check at 30mins - each oven varies and it may be done by this time)

Use a toothpick in the center to check if done (pierce tooth pick into the cake as far as you can, it should pull out clean if its done, if its wet it needs more time in the oven)

This one turned out a little darker than it should, make sure to keep an eye on the oven and cake, my second one turned out much better ;)

Icing Ingredients:

1 stick butter (1/2 cup)

1 pack cream cheese (8 oz) (go for the light for less calories)

3/4 cup confectioners sugar (yes you do need this type to make the icing a good consistency)

1 tsp. vanilla extract

Prep:

keep the butter and cream cheese out for a few hours so they are sufficiently soft, if you arent able to do this, just stick it in the microwave for 20 seconds

mix all the ingredients together in a bowl until its uniform

depending on the weather, you may want to refrigerate the icing for a little while

note: the icing adds unnecessary calories and the cake tastes fine without it, however if you are hoping to impresses, the icing is very delicious ;)

When the cake is done, give it at least an hour+ to cool down before icing

Afghan Rice (Kabuli) and Meatballs (Kofta)

2011-07-02T19:14:00.000-07:00

When I was growing up in Southern California, my parents had a lot of friends who hailed from the exotic land of Afghanistan. Many a weekend we had dinner parties we invited each other to. I was always excited when we were invited over to theirs, because the food was so delicious. Afghan food is similar to Indian yet has a distinct flavor. Now living in the North East and failing to make any Afghan friends here, I had a sudden craving and decided to make a dish myself. It was a lengthy process (nearly two hours) with many steps. Try to follow the instructions exactly.

I will start with the rice first

Ingredients:

4 cups of Basmati Rice (can be found in any Indian store and now regular stores are carrying it as well)

White Sugar (can substitute splenda)

4 julienne carrots (video posted below of this process)

1/2 cup of black raisins

vegetable oil (don't use olive oil, it has a distinct flavor/scent that will take over the taste of the dish)

Water

Saffron

3 stalks Cinnamon, 6 Cardamom, 1tsp cumin (grind these in grinder or by hand)

black pepper

a video on how to julienne carrots

Prep:

wash the rice 3 times and drain (leave aside)

Pre-heat oven to 325 degrees

In a saucepan, heat up 3 tablespoons of oil over medium heat

Add the carrots

Add 1 tsp sugar

Cook while stirring for a few minutes

Add the raisins

Cook for 10 more minutes

Take off heat and Set aside

In another saucepan, heat 1/2 cup of oil and 1 tbsp. sugar

Cook until sugar dissolves

Remove pan from heat and cool

Add 1 cup of water

Return pan to heat to boiling, cook for 2-3 minutes

Take off heat and set aside

Heat water in a large pot til boiling

Add the washed rice and boil for 6 minutes

Strain the rice

Obtain a heavy oven safe pot

Add the rice

Add the carrots and raisins mixture

Mix

Add the syrup mixture

Mix

Add a pinch of saffron and the ground spices

Mix

Cover the pot and put on high heat on the stove for 5 minutes

Then place pot into oven and cook for an additional 20 minutes

The rice should be removed at 20 minutes and placed on a wooden slab until oven cools

Once oven is cool place rice back in to stay warm while you work on the kofta

Now for the Kofta

Ingredients:

2 lbs. of ground beef

let it strain while you ready the other ingredients

2 medium onions thinly sliced

2 Cloves of garlic thinly sliced

3 Cloves of garlic cut into 2 pieces

2 medium onion chopped roughly into 2 inch cubes

Salt

Ground Black pepper

Olive oil

1.5 cans tomato paste

Water

Prep:

blend the onion and garlic pieces (not the slices) with the black pepper in a food processor finely

Add 2 tsp of salt and the above onion and garlic mixture in the ground beef

Mix

In a large non-stick flat pan with high sides, heat about 3/4 cup of oil - heat up at medium high heat

Add the onions - cook until reddish brown (dont burn)

Add the sliced garlic half-way through

While the onions are cooking, mix the tomato paste, 3 cups of water and 2 tsp. of salt together

Add to the onions when they are ready

Cook for five minutes

Take about half a handful of ground beef mixture and toss and roll it in your palms until you get a perfect sphere

Add to the pan

Continue until all the beef is used up

Cover and cook for another 30 minutes

To complete this meal, make a simple salad:

take piece of iceberg letter and slice 2mm thick slices

then cut the other way 2mm until you have chopped pieces

do the same with cucumbers and tomatoes

Mix together

Don't add any dressing or anything on top

here is what your finished product should look like:

enjoy!

Pound Cake w/Raisins

2011-06-16T22:00:00.000-07:00

Note: I do not like my cakes too sweet, so I barely put any in this recipe, if this is not enough for you, by all means adjust it to your liking

Ingredients:

2 cups Cake flour

1 tsp. baking Soda

3 eggs

1 tsp Vanilla extract

1 stick butter

1/4 cup sugar

Prep:

Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl thoroughly using a fork

Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees

Butter and lightly flour a cake pan in preparation

Check the picture below to see what kind of pan i used

Pour the mixture into the pan

Sprinkle Raisins on top

Place pan in the bottom third of oven

Bake for just over 30 minutes

Check the cake to see if cooked through by sticking any utensil or toothpick down into the middle, if it comes up clean, its cooked through, if there is gunk on it, its not.

enjoy!

Chilli Beef Stir Fry

2011-06-15T20:59:00.000-07:00

Ingredients for marinating:

1/2 lb. lean beef sliced into thin pieces

1/2 tsp. ginger paste

1/2 tsp. garlic paste

2 tbsp. yogurt (preferably greek)

1 tsp. salt

1 tsp. pepper

1 tsp. oil

Ingredients:

Assorted sliced vegetables (bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, broccoli etc.)

peanut sauce

chilli sauce

soy sauce

Prep:

Marinate the beef in the other ingredients (except for the veggies) for an hour or so

Saute in 1 tbsp. olive oil in a wok style dish

when halfway through - add the chilli sauce to taste

keep sauteing to desired "done-ness"

Saute veggies in a separate wok with a splash of olive oil

when slightly tender add the soy sauce to taste

add some peanut sauce, don't over-do this, it can get too sweet

When the veggies are sauteed to perfection, add the beef

Serve with plain white rice

enjoy!

My beef in mid-stir fry with chilli sauce

My assortment of veggies (you can buy pre-cut at whole foods)

The final product :)

Chicken with Fish Sauce (inspired by An)

2011-03-06T19:16:00.000-08:00

Ingredients:

1lb. chicken cut into bite sized pieces

1 tsp. turmeric

2 tbsp. sriracha sauce

1 medium sized shallot sliced thin

1/2 tsp. Ginger paste

1/2 tsp. garlic paste

1.5 tsp. salt

1 tbsp. brown sugar

2 tbsp. olive oil
2 tbsp. fish sauce

1/4 cup chopped green onions

Prep:

marinate the chicken in everything but the green onions for 1 - 1.5 hours

using a deep frying pan, fill with enough oil to cover entire base

heat oil

add sugar and wait until it is all melted away

add the chicken wait till browned then turn over

add the green onions to a little space in the pan

remove chicken to serving platter

add the fried green onions

enjoy (serve with steamed white rice)!

Carrot and Ginger Soup

2011-02-28T20:12:00.000-08:00

Ingredients:

1/2 lb. carrots (washed, peeled and diced)

1/2 onion medium (diced)

1 tbsp. minced ginger

1 sprig thyme

Salt to taste

Pepper to taste

1.5 cups water

1 tbsp. butter

*note: these ingredients are enough for two

Prep:

get a medium sized saucepan and add the butter - heat till melted

add all ingredients except water

cook for two minutes (stir every now and then)

add water, cover and bring to boil

simmer uncovered till carrots are tender

remove from heat and remove thyme

blend soup till smooth and creamy

enjoy!

Spinach and Broccoli Dip - Inspired by my best friend Kim

2011-02-27T19:37:00.000-08:00

Ingredients:

1 cup chopped frozen spinach

1 cup chopped frozen broccoli

3 oz cream cheese

2 oz sour cream

2 oz mayonnaise (best foods/hellmans is the best)

Salt (to taste)

1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes

3 handfuls shredded mozzarella

1 cup shreddeed parmesan

Prep:

Boil the spinach and broccoli in 1 cup of water until tender - drain and place in oven safe bowl

soften the cream cheese for 25 seconds in the microwave - add to spinach

add all the other ingredients

place in oven for 20 minutes - uncovered

cook till edges are brown and bubbly

enjoy!

Chicken Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers

2011-02-27T16:50:00.000-08:00

Ingredients:

1 lb. jalapeno peppers

1lb. ground chicken

olive oil

salt (can use lawrys seasoning salt - as i did)

6 oz. cream cheese (or half pack of Philadelphia cream cheese)

1 Cup Parmesan Cheese

Prep:

wash the peppers

slice down lengthwise

de-seed the peppers

cook the ground chicken in olive oil and salt in a medium sauce pan

cook til brown and cooked through

no water should remain

Soften the cream cheese for 25 seconds in the microwave

Shred 1 cup of parmesan cheese

Mix the cream cheese, cooked chicken and parmesan cheese in a bowl

stuff the peppers with the mixture ;)

place in a glass baking dish

preheat oven to 400 degrees

put in oven for 30-40 minutes (uncovered)

the peppers will lose water and shrivel down in size

i like to cook the peppers until the have browned edges

enjoy!

Stuffed Peppers (using things lying around my kitchen)

2011-02-23T16:40:00.000-08:00

Ingredients:

3 bell peppers (any color - i used green)

2 links of sausage (any kind - i used beef)

1 onion

couscous (i prefer isreali)

3 tsp blackbean sauce

a drizzle of honey

mozzarella cheese (to taste)

a drizzle of hot sauce

Preparation:

prepare couscous in pot (follow directions on box)

put aside two bell peppers

take the third and chop it medium fine

chop the onion medium fine

chop the sausage into 1 cm squares

put everything together in a bowl

add the black bean sauce

add the honey

add the hot sauce

add the cheese

when the couscous is done, add to mixture

take the 2 bell peppers, slice it down length-wise, de-seed it and stuff it with the mixture

place the bell peppers in a oven safe glass pan (face up ;))

bake for 20 minutes at 350 in the oven

enjoy!

Oven Baked Cauliflower - (inspired by Jonathan Waxman)

2011-02-23T16:25:00.000-08:00

Ingredients:

1 head of cauliflower florets
6 tablespoons melted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan

A pinch of red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation:

toss all the ingredients together in a bowl

layer out onto a glass oven baking pan

bake for 30 minutes on 350 degrees in oven

enjoy!

I made Julia Child's Mushrooms and Cream Chicken

2010-03-31T15:42:00.000-07:00

these are the ingredients needed to make this really simple recipe: chicken breasts, mushrooms, heavy cream, dry white wine (i used 1 part white grape juice and 1 part water instead), butter, olive oil, salt, pepper

-take 1-2 lbs. of chicken wash then dry with paper towels

-cut the chicken into smaller pieces (Julia did not say to do this though so it is up to you)

-add 1 tbsp. olive oil and 2 tbsp. butter (no fake stuff!) to a pan and let it heat up nicely

-add the chicken pieces and cook on either side for 5-6 minutes

-salt and pepper each side nicely and baste while cooking

this is what it should look like :)

-after the chicken is done cooking, remove the pieces to another plate and scoop out all the juice leaving behind about one spoonful

- this is where u add the white wine (1/2 cup)

I do not consume any alcohol in my diet, so I concocted this mixture (with some tips from a friend) of 1/4 cup white grape juice and 1/4 cup water

-add to the pan and scrape off the brown stuff, let it cook for a minute

- in another pan, begin browning your sliced mushroom with about 1/2 a tbsp. butter

this is what it should look like :)

- when done browning, place the mushrooms to the side

- now add 1/4 cup heavy cream (again, no fake stuff!) to the pan with the wine/grape juice

- add the mushrooms too

- cook at boiling for a minute or two until the sauce thickens

- now add the cooked chicken pieces

- baste with the saucy juices

- cover the pan and let simmer for about 4 minutes

enjoy!

now wasnt that easy? the best part of this recipe for me is i did not have to chop any onions ^_^

thanx julia!

My Very Own Pakora (fried snack)

2009-12-23T10:34:00.000-08:00

My Very Own Recipe for Pakoras

This here is a fried Indian snack that is nice and fattening. Don't OD on these, they're good only for once in while indulgence ;-)

You can make pakoras out of any veggies (much like tempura) but this recipe is for onion pakoras.

Ingredients:

Onions

Gram Flour (Besan)

Water

Salt

Red chilli powder

Turmeric Powder

Green chillies (optional)

Oil

Preparation:

Slice a large onion thinly - the amount of onions is up to you, if you want more pakoras slice more

In a medium sized bowl add 1/2 a cup of the gram flour (called besan at indian stores)

Add 1/8 cup water to the flour

whip with a fork

the consistency should be like cream of wheat

add 1/8 tsp of red chilli powder

add 1/4 tsp. of turmeric powder

add 2 tsp. salt

slice the chillies length wise into 2 pieces then cut those pieces in half

add the onions and the chillies to the mixture

mix and stir around with the fork till everything is blended equally

heat the oil in a pan on medium heat

it is important that the oil be hot before the next step

take the fork and pick up a bit of the onion mixture (see picture for size)

drop into the oil (dont drop from too high or oil will splatter and burn your skin)

drop in as many as you have room for

fry for a little bit then flip over

the cooked side should be a golden brown

remove using a spatula with holes and place on a paper towel so the excess oil can be absorbed

wait till cooled before enjoying

i personally like to dip mine in ketchup

the texture should be nice and crunchy

here is a close up:

enjoy!

My Very Own Beef Stew - Indian Style

2009-12-21T18:12:00.000-08:00

My Very Own Recipe for Beef Stew (Indian Style)

So I have to give a little credit to my cousin who helped me with this recipe. If he wants a mention I will add his name later...

Ingredients:

1lb. beef cubes

2 Medium onions

Olive Oil

Dried Red Pepper

Garam Masala

Salt

Water

Ginger paste

Garlic Paste (or minced - whatever you can find)

Naan Bread

explanations:

-The most important thing about beef stew is the type of meat. The meat I got (which turned out amazing) was juicy red cubes of boneless beef. I wish I had taken a photograph of the meat before I added it to the cooker, but unfortunately I didn't

-Here is a photo of the dried red pepper to make it easier to find at your local grocery:

-Garam Masala is basically a mix of all kinds of spice ground up into a powder, I got mine at whole foods

-Naan Bread is a flat but pudgy Indian bread that goes great with soaking up some gravy

Preparation:

Heat the olive oil in a pressure cooker (about 1/8 of a cup)

slice the onions thinly and add to the heated oil

fry till the onions are golden brown (NOT burnt or crunchy)

add one piece dried red pepper (break it in half)

add 1 tsp each of garlic and ginger pastes

stir it in

add the cubes of beef (they should be 1" by 1")

stir it around

add salt to taste (i like salt so i added like 1.5 tsp.)

add 1 tsp. of garam masala

stir it in for a few minutes

it should look something like this by now:

Add 8 oz. of water (i like my stew with more juice, if you want a drier stew add less water)

close the pressure cooker and cook for 20 minutes

let the pressure out and open it up

cook on med-low with the cooker slightly uncovered (this will tenderize the meat)

cook until the gravy is at the consistency and level that you want

it should look something like this:

sorry this was taken after we had already ate some :-p

take your naan bread and heat it up in a pan

dip it in your stew and enjoy!

My Very Own Fish and Chips

2007-07-12T11:38:00.000-07:00

My Very Own Recipe for Fish and Chips:

(picture to come soon-we ate it all up before i remembered to take pictures)

Ingredients:

all purpose flour
Whisked eggs
Bread crumbs (I made my own, but you can buy them too)
Vegetable Oil
Tilapia boneless Fish fillets
Frozen Shoe-string Fries (they get extra crispy)
Salt
Pepper

Preparation:

Put the flour, eggs, and bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls
Cut the fillets into easy to handle pieces (3x2) and make sure they aren't too thick.
Heat oil in a pan or deep fryer
add salt and pepper to the bread crumbs and mix it all well
Coat the fillets in flour, then the eggs (let the excess drip off) then in the breadcrumbs.
Now deep fry them in the oil (make sure its hot enough)
Flip them over - brown each side to a perfect golden color.

In a separate pan fry the Fries

and there you go, you have a delicious English meal!

I just tried this yesterday and was so surprised to see how well it all turned out, the inside was succulent and the outside crispy! it was so delicious, i was very happy and surprised at the result =)

enjoy!

My Very Own Chicken and Veggie Pasta

2007-06-26T09:34:00.000-07:00

My Very Own Recipe for Chicken and Veggie Pasta
(this is a long one!)

(the finished product)

Ingredients:
Lean boneless chicken nuggets
Bell pepper (all colors - cut into small pieces)
Tomatoes
Broccoli (also in little pieces)
Zucchini (little pieces)
Green onions (chopped)
Cabbage (sliced)
Potato (peeled and cut into small pieces)
Pasta (any kind)
Garlic (chopped
Green Chillies (chopped)
Olive Oil
seasoning salt
Regular Salt
All purpose Flour

Prep:
boil pasta (add salt and oil to the water for faster and easier boiling)
clean the chicken and cut into bite size pieces
Heat 3 tbsp of Olive Oil in a non stick pot
Add the chicken pieces - sprinkle all purpose flour (2 tbsp) and seasoning salt (to taste) over it
Stir fry the chicken in the oil
When golden take out and keep aside
Fry the peeled and cut potatoes (about 1 medium) in the oil
when soft add all the veggies except for the tomatoes
When somewhat softer add the chicken to it
stir fry for a little while (don't let it get too soft)
remove the veggies from the pot

Put tomatoes in the microwave (about 4) for about 5 minutes in a glass bowl (dont add water)
mash the tomatoes
add salt to taste
add some more oil to the pot and fry the chopped garlic and chillies to it
saute for a bit
add the tomato sauce
when the aroma starts to rise add the noodles and chicken and veggies
mix together on the heat

enjoy!

Dinner

2007-06-13T04:18:00.000-07:00

Thats roast chicken, rice, yogurt and kabobs
the recipes to all these will come soon!

Z

My Very Own Queema (ground beef Indian style!)

2007-05-26T09:00:00.000-07:00

My Very Own Recipe for Queema
(with some help from mom)

(finished product)

Ingredients (based on 1lb ground beef):
ground beef
2 small onions (chopped)
2 small Roma tomatoes (chopped)
4 or 5 strands of cilantro (chopped)
1/2 cup frozen peas
Sliced green chilli pepper (about 2 small)
bay leaves (1 whole)
cardamom (elaichi-2 whole)
turmeric powder (haldi-1/2 tsp.)
Red pepper powder (laal mirch-a pinch)
Cumin Seeds (zeera-1/4 tsp.)
Olive Oil (as desired)
salt (as desired)

Preparation:
Add olive oil to a non stick pot
Heat then add the chopped onions and the green chilli pepper
When the onion turns translucent - add all the masala (bay leaves, cardamom, zeera, turmeric powder, red pepper powder)
Stir it around for about 2 minutes
Add the tomatoes
Stir some more
Add the peas - stir
Add the ground beef - stir
Add the salt - stir
Add a bit of water if u want it a bit runny
(all this while the heat should be on medium)

now turn the heat low and cover the pot - leave for about 15 minutes

you will see the color and texture of the ground beef change and you will smell the aroma, then you know its done

try it with pita bread (like us) or you can make some steamed rice

enjoy!

My Very Own Meat Pasta

2007-03-19T17:08:00.000-07:00

My Very Own Recipe for Meat Pasta

Ingredients:
any type of pasta you like
ground beef
tomato sauce (you can either use a jarred one, or you can use my recipe)
Shredded Cheese (mozzarella is the best)

Ground Beef Prep:
Chop some onions
heat it in olive oil
add the beef and brown it
don't forget the salt!

Tomato Sauce Prep:
chop a bunch of tomatoes
heat the tomatoes in a pot
add tomato paste and water
make a thick sauce
can add cream cheese to eat to make it extra creamy
add the beef to the sauce

Preparation:
Boil the pasta
add the saucy beef to it in an oven safe tray
pour the cheese over it
put it in the oven at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes

when done leave it out for about 5-10 minutes

eat with garlic bread and a salad

enjoy!

My Very Own Meat Balls

2007-03-19T17:04:00.000-07:00

My Very Own Recipe for Meat Balls

recipe coming soon.....!

My Very Own Chicken and Veggies Kabob

2007-03-13T16:38:00.000-07:00

My Recipe for Chicken and Veggies Kabob

this is the unfinished ready to be cooked product

It's all in the marinade folks!

My philosophy is just stick everything you can imagine into the marinade and it is sure to turn out good =D

Marinade Ingredients:
Chopped onions
Chopped Chili
Teriyaki Sauce
Sri Racha Sauce (not too much)
Red Pepper (ground)
Sugar
Salt
Honey

Mix it all together - rub it over boneless chicken

Cut the following veggies into 1" squares:
(you can also add other types of veggies if you wish)
Zucchini
Onions
Mushrooms
Bell Pepper

Cut the chicken into 1" squares as well and stick back into marinade with the Veggies in a bowl
Put the bowl into the refrigerator for at least one hour
Now alternate putting the veggies and chicken pieces onto the sticks
Now place on BBQ or stick in oven enjoy!

voilà !

My Very Own Layered Mexican Dip

2007-01-12T18:15:00.000-08:00

My Recipe for Layered Mexican Bean Dip

Ingredients:
Taco Bell brand Vegetarian Blend refried beans
2 avocados
sliced onions
chopped jalapeños
Lemon
Sour Cream
Sliced black olives
shredded cheeses
Salt
Chopped tomatoes
sliced Green Onions

Prep:
In a non stick pan, heat a little bit of oil
Fry the onions in the oil with the jalapeños
Add the refried beans
Mix into a paste
pour into a tray
Set aside

Blend the avocados, sour cream, lemon juice, and salt in the blender
pour on top of the beans

Sprinkle the chopped tomatoes, sliced green onions, and the sliced black olives over that

spread the sour cream over that

top with the shredded cheeses

Serve with restaurant style corn chips

enjoy!

My Very Own Ground Beef Kabobs

2006-11-18T18:57:00.000-08:00

My Recipe for Ground Beef Kabobs

Ingredients:

Ground Beef
Ginger Paste
Garlic Paste
Finely chopped green chilli
Finely chopped onion
1 hipped tbsp. of flour
salt
1 tsp. yogurt
ground red pepper
curry powder

Prep:
Mix all ingredients together really well
make patties
fry in tiny bit of olive oil in a nonstick pan

enjoy!

note: this dish was very delicious, do try it!

My Very Own Baked Fish and Sauce

2006-11-18T18:53:00.000-08:00

recipe coming soon....

My Very Own Veggie Stir Fry

2006-11-18T18:48:00.000-08:00

My Recipe for Stir Fried Veggies

Ingredients:
pack of frozen stir fry veggies
bell pepper (any color)
Sliced Onions
Soy Sauce
Salt
Pepper
La Choy Sweet and Sour Sauce
olive Oil

Prep:

heat oil in a non-stick pan
add the onions and fry
add all the veggies and fry
add salt and pepper
add the sauces
fry till veggies are to desired softness

enjoy!

My Very Own Fried Tilapia

2006-11-18T18:42:00.000-08:00

My Recipe for Fried Tilapia

Ingredients:

Tilapia fillets, washed and cut into small sections
Gram flour (or regular flour will do)
Red pepper powder
turmeric powder
Salt
olive oil

Prep:

Mix the flour and spices together
roll each piece of tilapia in the mixture till all sides are covered in it
fry the fish pieces in a pan in olive oil

My Very Own Potatoes and Puri

2006-11-18T18:41:00.000-08:00

Recipe coming soon...

My Very Own Mutter (peas) Pulao (fancy rice)

2006-11-18T18:36:00.000-08:00

My Recipe For Mutter (peas) Pulao (Fancy RIce)

Ingredients:

Frozen Peas
Thinly sliced onions
Washed Basmati Rice
Olive Oil

Prep:

Heat oil in pot
Add the onions and fry
Add the frozen peas and fry
Add the washed rice and fry
Add appropriate amount of water
Boil then cover and put on low for remainder of cooking

enjoy!

My Very Own (healthy) Chicken Nuggets

2006-11-18T18:20:00.000-08:00

My Recipe for Healthy Chicken Nuggets

Ingredients:

boneless chicken breasts washed and cut into cubes
chopped onions
garlic paste
ginger paste
salt
chopped green chillies
ground black pepper
yogurt
olive oil

Prep:

Heat a little bit of olive oil in a non-stick pan
add onions and fry till pink
add the chicken and fry
add garlic and ginger pastes
add salt and pepper
add the chillies
add tiny bit of yogurt (1 tsp.)
mix and fry all ingredients while stirring
when all ingredients are completely mixed turn heat on low
cover and cook till chicken is done
every few minutes stir the chicken around
when done, uncover and fry on higher heat till all moisture is cooked off

note: this is a very quick, healthy and tasty snack!

My Very Own Fried Rice

2006-11-18T18:12:00.000-08:00

My Recipe for Fried Rice

Ingredients:

Washed Basmati Rice
Green Chillies (cut into 1/2 inch sections and sliced in half)
Thinly sliced onion
Salt
Olive Oil

Prep:

Cook rice in a pot
heat oil in pan
add onions and chillies and fry for a bit
when rice is only slightly damp, add to oil and fry while stirring
fry till each rice is properly cooked and the onions and chillies are evenly distributed

enjoy!

note: you can eat fried rice on its own, or with any vegetable or meat. it is a very versatile dish!

My Very Own Baked Fish and Veggies

2006-11-08T09:29:00.000-08:00

My Recipe for Baked Fish and Veggies

This recipe is very easy! I just threw it together last night.

Ingredients:

2 Tilapia fish fillets (washed)
Soy Sauce
La Choy Brand Sweet and Sour Sauce
Salt and Pepper
Chopped Garlic
Sliced Bell Peppers
Sliced Mushrooms
Sliced Onions
Olive Oil

Prep:

Heat oil in a non-stick pan on medium-high heat
Add the garlic to the heated oil - fry
Add the sliced onions - fry for a bit
Add the sliced bell peppers and mushrooms
Sprinkle the salt and pepper over (stirring constantly)
Add the soy sauce and Sweet and Sour sauce
Fry for a little bit
add the fish and fry for a little bit on both sides
Get a glass oven tray
place the fish on the bottom of the tray
spread the veggies and sauces over the top of the fish
place in oven at 350 degrees for about 10 - 15 min

serve with steamed white rice

enjoy!

note: serves 2 people

My Very Own Pasta Gravy

2006-11-05T21:48:00.000-08:00

My Recipe for Pasta Gravy

Ingredients:

large onion, diced
garlic cloves, diced or crushed
tomato paste
diced tomatoes
milk
chopped mushrooms
bay leaf
sugar
pepper
olive oil
basil
oregano
granulated sugar
Salt to taste
vinegar
cream cheese
Ground Beef

Preparation:

heat oil in pot
add onion - cook till translucent
stir in chopped mushrooms and garlic
add beef - crumble
add salt and pepper
pour in vinegar
raise heat till liquid evaporates
add milk-cook till evaporates
Stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, water, basil, oregano and sugar.
salt to taste.
add cream cheese
brign sauce to boil
Simmer over low heat for 3 hours, stirring occasionally so gravy does not burn.

Serve over boiled pasta, baked chicken or grilled chicken breasts. Gravy may be frozen for up to 1 month.

(shown over pasta)

My Very Own Mughlai Chicken

2006-11-05T21:36:00.000-08:00

My Recipe for Mughlai Chicken

Marinade:

chopped green chilles
ginger paste
garlic paste or chopped
yogurt
Salt
Mix Together
Make cuts in chicken (stab with knife) and rub mixture in
marinade in refrigerator for at least an hour

Preparation:

1. heat oil in pan, stir fry chicken then remove

2. add bay leaves to oil - fry for a bit

3. add chopped onions - saute till light brown

4. add chopped tomatoes - fry till fat separates

5. add curry powder and turmeric powder

6. add chicken - saute (cover and cook on low for 15 min)

7. add salt and sugar

8. increase heat and slowly add milk - stirring constantly

9. simmer on low for about 10 min.

enjoy!

Note: to thicken the gravy add flour, and water to thin it out (if needed)

My Very Own Chicken Stir Fry

2006-11-05T15:49:00.000-08:00

My Recipe For Chicken Stir Fry

Ingredients:

Olive Oil
Garlic (chopped)
Bean Sprouts
Bell Pepper (sliced)
Broccoli (stems removed)
Mushrooms
Carrots (sliced)
Green Beans
Soy or Teriyaki Sauce
Sweet and Sour Sauce (La Choy brand)
Boneless Chicken Breasts (cubed or in strips)
Salt (to taste)

Heat oil in nonstick pan over high heat
Add chopped garlic and fry till you can smell the aroma
Add all veggies, teriyaki/ soy sauce, and the sweet and sour sauce to pan
When the veggies are soft, add the chicken cubes or strips
Sprinkle salt and stir fry till chicken is ready
Enjoy!

Note: Serving size of ingredients are not indicated due to the fact that they may vary by number of servings or personal taste

In a bit

2006-11-02T07:10:00.000-08:00

I will start posting blogs soon enough...meanwhile sit tight and enjoy the ride