Dahi Boondi is a popular South Asian dish made with crispy boondi (tiny fried gram flour droplets) soaked in spiced, creamy yogurt. It’s a refreshing and light side dish, commonly enjoyed during iftar in Ramadan or as part of a meal in Pakistani and Indian households. When I am in rush and I have to […]
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Beef/Chicken Samosa
Craving Crispy Samosas? Here’s How to Make the Perfect Golden Samosas at Home! Get ready for an explosion of flavors with this authentic Pakistani samosa recipe—crispy on the outside, spicy and savory on the inside. Perfect for iftar, chai time, or a quick snack! Pro Tip: While frying don’t fry it on very high […]
Almond Hareera (Hydrabadi Badaam Ka Hareera حیدرآبادی بادام اور گینہوں کا حریرہ )
Hyderabadi Badam Ka Hareera used to be a must have Sahar/Sehri dish in Ramadan in my Hydrabadi household. My Mom used to make it from scratch every morning. It can be consumed as a drink which is perfect for winter as it is consumed warm, but my Mom always used to make us the thicker […]
Sweet and Sour Tamarind and date Chutney (Imli Khajoor Ki Chutney املی اور کھجور کی چٹنی)
Chutney is a popular condiment in Pakistani cuisine that adds a burst of flavor to meals. It is a versatile blend, often made from fresh ingredients like herbs, fruits, and spices, and is used as a dip, side, or topping to enhance the taste of dishes. This type of chutney is something a must have […]
Chatpata Chaat Masala
Chaat masala is a popular spice blend commonly used in South Asian cuisine, particularly in Indian and Pakistani dishes. It’s a tangy, salty, and slightly spicy mix of spices that adds a burst of flavor to snacks, salads, fruits, and street foods like chaat, hence the name. Common Ingredients in Chaat Masala Dried mango powder […]
Minced Meat with Potatoes( Aloo Qeema آلو قیمہ )
Aloo Qeema (آلو قیمہ) is a classic Pakistani comfort dish made with minced meat (qeema) and potatoes (aloo) cooked in a flavorful blend of spices, tomatoes, and onions. It is a hearty, home-style curry that pairs perfectly with roti, naan, or rice.This is a no brainer recipe for me when it comes to everyday cooking. […]
Qeema Khara Masala (Mince meat with whole spices کھڑے مصالے کا قیمہ)
Khara Masala qeema is one of the comfort food me and my whole family enjoy. It can be served with any kind of flat bread ( roti, naan, chapatti) or rice. Tip If you are using chicken, then reduce the of water added at the start to half as chicken doesn’t need that much water. […]
Butter Chicken
Butter chicken is a kind of recipe which is signature in almost every Indian and Pakistani restaurant. There are so many different ways to make butter chicken the key ingredient is butter, chicken and the tomato base/curry. My husband isn’t a big time fan of this but my kids absolute love this recipe. Its a […]
Hyderabadi tala Gosht (Stir Fried Meat)
Hydrabadi Tala Gosht (Stirr fried meat) is something really simple to make with very few ingredients. Most of the Hyderabadi recipes which I have been sharing here, are been transferred to me by Mom who learned those recipes from My Dadi Ammi. This is certainly one of those dishes which I’ve been enjoying since my […]
Air Fried Seekh Kabab
These Kababs are melt in your mouth soft. These soft Kababs are a must have at most of the Pakistani weddings and restaurants. One of my uncle who runs a marriage hall in Pakistan shared his recipe. Even though I had tried a couple of recipes in past but after trying this recipe I […]