Category Archives: Low Cost

FISH IN METHI (FENUGREEK)

Posted on November 30, 2012 by nituchugani

Fish in fenugreek is one of my favorite dishes. I hail from the province of Sindh and this way of making fish is quite popular in sindhi homes. Its delicious with rice or chapatis. What  i like about this dish … Continue reading →

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DESI SPANISH TUNA PIE

Posted on November 27, 2012 by nituchugani

  Empanada Gallega is a spanish pie which is stuffed with tuna, boiled eggs, onions and red capsicum. Its one of the most popular pies and available in the bakeries and supermarkets. The pastry is made with white flour, eggs, … Continue reading →

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CHICKEN SOUP FOR A COLD!!!

Posted on November 23, 2012 by nituchugani

Who doesnt love a cuppa soup for comfort? Nowadays with such a variety of ready made and available soup mixes, instant soups we have forgotten what a real home made hearty soup tastes like. In Spain there is still the … Continue reading →

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SAVORY SEMOLINA CAKES (SOOJI KA CHILLA) OR RAWA DOSA

Posted on November 19, 2012 by nituchugani

These semolina cakes (something similar to rawa dosa) is what i taught in my cooking workshop. They make excellent an excellent breakfast, snack or even a  light dinner. You can add finely chopped vegetables to the batter, or have them … Continue reading →

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YUMMY CHICKEN STEAK

Posted on November 14, 2012 by nituchugani

  Another recipe sent to me by Sheena Shahani ! This is a quick cooking, low calorie and delicious way to marinate chicken breast. Please make sure the breast filets are not too thin else the steak will be dry.  … Continue reading →

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MUSHROOM PULLAO

Posted on November 7, 2012 by nituchugani

This is a must for all mushroom lovers. A one dish meal which is nourishing and delicious. I used olive oil to make this and the result was amazing. Its easy to make, can be served in parties instead or … Continue reading →

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SWEET AND SAVORY DALIA (CRACKED WHEAT DESI STYLE)

Posted on October 30, 2012 by nituchugani

Dalia (or cracked wheat) is a good source of fibre and can be made sweet or salty. Its a very good breakfast or main meal dish. The sweet version is like a porridge, soft, served hot, and soothing. You can … Continue reading →

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NON FAT SMOOTH BROCOLI SOUP

Posted on October 29, 2012 by nituchugani

  This is a nice way of using up brocoli stalk. We tend to stir fry the florets or use them in our favorite brocoli recipes, but what about the stalk? Does it go in the bin? Well…(ashamed look) at … Continue reading →

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SINDHI SAI BHAAJI (DESI STYLE SPINACH FROM SINDH)

Posted on October 16, 2012 by nituchugani

  Please excuset he bad pic and just go for the recipe. This is sindhi style spinach and fenugreek rice (methi rice) which goes together in Sindhi food. I have been asked for this recipe and did not have it! … Continue reading →

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SPICY CHILLI CHEESE TOAST

Posted on October 16, 2012 by nituchugani

  Chilli cheese toast is one of my all time favorite snacks or light dinners. For me anytime is chilli cheese toast time. Now what makes a perfect cheese toast? I tried an amazing one in a hotel in Pune … Continue reading →

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