Author Archives: nituchugani

CHINESE PRAWN DUMPLINGS

I know trying to make your own home made chinese dumplings can get a bit time consuming but they are so cost effective specially when you have dumpling lovers at home and they tend to eat soo many of them! … Continue reading

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VADA (FRIED LENTIL BALLS) WITH SPICY TOMATO SOUP

Vadas are basically fried balls made with lentils. This delicacy hails from the south of India. Its usually eaten for breakfast or snacktime but in my home we eat it for lunch. Its usually served with “sambhar” which is watery … Continue reading

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5 MINUTE PEAS PULLAO

This is a good recipe to make if you have left over boiled basmati rice. It is also an ideal tupperware meal as its quite complete on its own and very nourishing. You can add more vegetables to this but … Continue reading

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CHINESE DUMPINGS STUFFED WITH TOFU

This is my vegetarian and vegan version of chinese dumplings. I used tofu for the filling but you can use almost any type of filling. I also used left over samosa dough for the dumplings!!! I am enclosing a video … Continue reading

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CRISPY ONION RINGS

A lovely way to make deep fried crispy onion rings without eggs! You just need onion rings,. white flour, cornstarch , salt , sparkling water(soda water) and cooking oil!! Do enjoy the video tutorial 🙂

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CHICKEN CURRY IN A HURRY

Fancy a curry in a hurry??? I know  all my english followers are going to love me for my easy, innovative and hassle free recipe! I have two video tutorials for these and so will include them as well. You … Continue reading

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SHEEKH TABUK

This recipe has been inspired by middle eastern cooking. Sheekh tabuk is a popular middle eastern chicken kabab which simply melts in the mouth! To get the smoky flavour you can always just flame grill it over your gas flame … Continue reading

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CRUNCHY SAUSAGES

This is an innovative way to serve sausages! Imagine covering them in a dough and then deep frying them til they are lovely and crunchy on the outside??? Kids will love it and its excellent for kiddie parties or picnics! … Continue reading

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YOGURT SAUCE(DIP)

This yogurt sauce (dip ) is a hot favourite in my home. We have this with kababs, with chips, with crudites, on crispbread,with falafels and i could go on and on!! I also marinate meat/chciken in this and grill it…. … Continue reading

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SAFFRON PISTACHIO CUSTARD

Forget curry in a hurry…how about making a dessert in a rush??? If you have sudden guests pop in or do an impromptu dinner at home or have a theme meal and are stuck for an exotic dessert then i … Continue reading

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