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Jul
12

Potato Salad - Aloo Raita

Posted by Hash under Salads, Vegetarian

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One of the simplest and quickie subcontinental salads is the Aloo Raita. In India & Pakistan it literally goes with any and every dish. Try this one on your next desi cooking venture.

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Jul
12

Spicy Okra - Masala Bhindi

Posted by Hash under Vegetarian

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Okay guys let me assure you that one of my all time favourite dishes sinces my childhood is this Masala Bhindi. Theres something really delicious about it. Easy as easy can be you could be eating this delicious okra recipe in under 30 minutes if you start now..

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Jul
12

Kashmiri Dum Aloo

Posted by Hash under Vegetarian

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Direct from the Northern areas of the Subcontinent is a vegetarian delight. Easy to cook and offering a great taste for a change, try these Kashmiri Dum Aloo.

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Jun
15

Chicken Biryani

Posted by Hash under Chicken, Rice

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Yeah its the same Chicken Biryani that we were so eager to eat while still in early school! Our grand mother was an expert hand at this. Luckily we have that precious recipe to share with you folks. Chicken Biryani is a very popular Indian/Pakistani dish done mostly on special occasions. In this recipe chicken pieces are marinated in spices and yogurt mixture and cooked with basmati rice on a low flame.
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May
27

Sights and Sounds of Pakistan

Posted by Hash under Indo-Pak Cooking

An ode to the beauty of Pakistan and the Sub-continent in general can be found here in this Youtube (R) Video!

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May
24

Special Semolina Pudding - Shahi Suji Ka Halwa

Posted by Hash under Desserts - Mithai

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Special Semolina Pudding - Shahi Suji Ka Halwa is a variation of the traditional way of preparation of this sweet dish where semolina is initially stir fried without oil. In this special dish specifically done in Pakistani city of Mianwali, we do the frying with ghee/oil. This is the easiest and quickest of the Indian/Pakistani sweet dishes brought to you by none other than www.bestdesicooking.com Surprise your family posing as an experienced chef ;-)

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May
06

Whole Chicken with Saffron - Murgh Musallam

Posted by Hash under Chicken

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Hi all you desi chicken lovers, here is another sizzling hot recipe from the vast expanses of the subcontinent. This time its a rich preparation of whole chicken with saffron and roasted spices. Yummy, I can see you drooling! Here we go..

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Apr
20

Russ Malai

Posted by Hash under Desserts - Mithai

 russ-malai

Russ Malai is very special sweet dish in India and Pakistan as well as with millions of expatriates world over. Traditionally the preparation of russ malai has been best left to professional sweet makers, now  www.bestdesicooking.com brings it your home. Enjoy this great sweet recipe and come back for more.

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Apr
15

Aloha Fruit Punch

Posted by Hash under Punches

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Wow, third punch in a row. Howzat for a befitting welcome to this summer. If can’t spare the time to visit Hawaii, here’s something just for you for that taste of Aloha in the shape of Aloha Fruit Punch.
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Apr
15

Pink Fruit Punch

Posted by Hash under Punches

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Here comes another punch, just as promised. This time its gotta be Pink Fruit Punch. Another easy one. Try and see it for yourself.

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