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sheer khurma
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Sheer Khurma (Nani Ammi special)

Sheer Sheer Khurma is a rich vermicelli pudding made with milk, lots of nuts, dates and sugar. The dish literally means milk with dates. Its often made during Eid.Eid festivities are kind of incomplete until and unless you have Sheer Khurma! I learned two different versions of it, one from my Mom and another one […]

Handi, Chicken Handi
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Simplest Chicken handi

Chicken Handi got its name from its cooking style, as it is traditionally cooked in Handi (clay pot). Since we are cooking it in a regular pan the aroma which this dish gets due to that clay pot might be missing, but it turns out great anyways.  This is the simplest recipe for chicken handi.

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Lauki Ka Raita (Bottle Gourd Dip)

Bottle gourd (Lauki) is a cooling watery gourd which is excellent during summers. It is rich in nutrients and minerals. It is also easy to digest. The water which is drained after boiling or steaming it has therapeutic properties to it. It has shown to decrease blood pressure in hypertensive patients. Raita is the side […]

The soft kebabs
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Kakori Kabab

This is a delicious Mughlai recipe that is prepared with mutton or beef, onions and lots of spices. These kebabs are so soft and succulent that they melt in your mouth right away. This dish is easy to cook and high in protein and fiber. I learned this recipe during my Usmania special course at […]