This medium hot semi dry preparation of meat epitomizes South Asian home cooking and comfort food. What makes this dish special is the ‘bhuna’ part where the meat is browned in oil first, then slow cooked with spices and little water in a covered pan till it is wonderfully coated in a delicious gravy. I used mutton but this recipe can be made with lamb, chicken, or beef as well.
It is best enjoyed with bajra or jowar roti but it would also be great served with plain chapati, naan or pulao with a side of onion salad and savory lassi.
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Instant Pot Lobia / Black Eyed Peas Stew with Za’atar
This budget friendly, hearty, flavorsome stew is a one pot wonder that you can enjoy any night of the week. It features black eyed peas, carrot, celery, and spinach with herby notes of za’atar. It’s vegetarian, vegan, dairy free and gluten free. Serve it with GF tandoori roti or a crisp green salad for a satisfying meal.
Instant Pot Palak Paneer
Palak paneer is a no fuss, healthy one pot dish with very simple flavors and without the complexity of spices. It comes together quickly entirely in instant pot.
Chicken Vindaloo
Chicken Vindaloo is the indian version of the Portuguese dish “carne de vinha d’alhos” which basically means meat marinated in wine and garlic. The dish was brought to India by explorers where the recipe was adapted using local ingredients and spices. Vindaloo is known for being extremely hot. While it does use a fair amount of chilies, that’s not its dominant feature. It is in fact a well-rounded dish, with taste ranging from sour to spicy with sweet notes.
Spiced Hot Apple Cider (With or Without Brandy)
Spiced cider is a delightfully soothing beverage that always brings a feeling of comfort and joy. It is generally served warm during fall or winters but can be served chilled as well. Needless to say, It is the perfect thing to serve at family get-togethers.
Lahori Charga
Charga is Pakistani style fried chicken which is a three part process- marination, steaming and frying. Steaming makes the chicken tender while infusing the flavor and aroma of the spices and also shortens the frying time.
Moroccan Spiced Grilled Drumsticks
Chicken drumsticks are a classic for summer grilling and this recipe for Moroccan spiced chicken is a keeper. It is quite easy to make and delivers big flavors. Serve it with roasted vegetables or salad for a simple but elegant dinner when you’re having friends over for a summer party or for game day fun!
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