Beef Nihari with Whole-Wheat Pita Bread
Beef Nihari with Whole-Wheat Pita Bread
Homemade Nihari Masala
Homemade Nihari Masala
Spinach & Potato Kebab with Raspberry Chutney
*Ingredients & Method for Boiling Potatoes:
Small Russet Potato, uncooked
2 1⁄2 cups Water
Method for Boiling Potatoes:
In a medium pot, over medium high heat, combine water and potato; boil for 15 to 20 minutes or until cooked and tender. Once cool, peel potatoes.
Chicken Tikka Salad Sandwich with Blackberry Chutney
Chicken Tikka Salad Sandwich with Blackberry Chutney
Fish Masala with Brown Rice
Chef’s Tips: Shallots may be replaced with small onions.
* Homemade Fish Spice Masala
Ingredients:
2 tsp. Coriander Seeds
1 tsp. Cumin Seeds
2 Cloves, whole
1⁄2 tsp. Kalonji Seeds (Black Nigella Seeds)
1⁄2 inch long Cinnamon Stick
1 tsp. Red Pepper, crushed
Method:
In a small non-stick skillet, over medium high heat, dry roast all spices for 1 to 2 minutes.
In a coffee or spice grinder, coarse grind roasted spices.
Note: This recipe makes 1 1⁄2 tablespoon of homemade fish spice masala – use 1 tablespoon for the fish marinade and 1⁄2 tablespoon in the fish curry masala recipe.
** Homemade Fish Curry Masala
Ingredients:
1⁄2 tbsp. Coconut Powder
1⁄2 tbsp. Sesame Seeds
1⁄2 tbsp. Poppy Seeds
1 tsp. Paprika
1⁄2 tbsp. Homemade Fish Spice Masala*
Method:
In a coffee or spice grinder, combine all spices and grind until fine.
***Blanched French Green Beans
Ingredients:
3⁄4 cup French Green Beans, uncooked
2 cups Water
Method:
In a medium pot, over medium high heat, add water and bring to a rapid boil. Add green beans and cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and run under cold water for 3 to 5 minutes; this will stop the cooking process and beans will retain its color and texture. Drain green beans.
Brown Rice
Brown Rice
Chicken Chapli Kebab
Chicken Chapli Kebab
Chicken and Barley Soup
Chicken in this soup can be replaced with shrimp or any meat.
Stir Fried Chicken Chili with Vegetables and Noodles
* Homemade Chili Masala
Ingredients:
1 piece Anise Seed
2 tsp. Fennel Seeds
1⁄4 tsp. Kalonji Seeds (Black Nigella Seeds)
1⁄4 tsp. Black Peppercorns, whole
2 Cloves, whole
1 tsp. Red Pepper, crushed
Method:
In a coffee or spice grinder, combine all spices except crushed red pepper and grind until fine. Add crushed red pepper and mix with a spoon.
**Method to Boil Spaghetti
Ingredients:
• 6 oz. Spaghetti, whole grain, uncooked • 4 cups Water
Method:
In a medium pot, over medium high heat, add water and bring to a rapid boil. Add spaghetti (broken into small pieces) stir and cook for 10 to 15 minutes until tender. Once cooked, drain the excess water.
Broccoli and Bean Soup
Any combination of beans and vegetables can be used for this recipe.