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Pulao or Pilafs are the wholesome dishes that combines energy-rich rice with vegetables, pulses, dried fruits, meat, or seafood. Pulao is a famous and most common inclusion in many cuisines of Asian, Middle Eastern, Caribbean etc. Various types of this one-pot meal are included in literary works of 10th century. Ancient Indian epics Mahabharata and Ramayana also have mentions of pulao.

Salads are a willing inclusion within any menu of the meals filled with spices. Salads help in toning down the spiciness and pungency of the food that we take in as appetizers and part of main course recipes. Many salads include vegetables, fruits, sprouts and some also include ingredients like pre-cooked pasta or noodles. With different kinds of dressings from vinaigrette to simple sesame dressing and orange dressing, the salads also mildly titillate our taste buds and make us love the part of the meal that lies ahead when had with the spicy bites. Salads are also looked forward as one meal during dinner time for people on a strict diet, any special requirement and weight reduction programs.

Is it necessary for us to have a date to enjoy our weekend? Not necessarily rather we can do something that we like than taking your date out for a dinner and taking him or her to a movie. Treating yourself would be even more relaxing and enjoyable and it would be even more interesting if you are going to dine at your home itself. You should celebrate your independent night for yourself and do what you want. Have your favorite wine and eat your most favorite dish which you always want to cook and eat all by yourself. Here is a sample of what you can cook for yourself on a cozy weekend.

Chettinad is a cuisine from the Chettinad region of Tamil Nadu and considered as one of the spiciest and aromatic cuisines of Indian owing to the extensive usage of freshly ground whole spices. Star anise and Kalpasi (Black stone flower/ kala patthar phool) are the spices included in many recipes which provides a distinct aroma to the Chettinad food. A variety of sun-dried meat, salted and preserved vegetables are used in the Chettinad recipes since the Chettinad region falls in the dry zone. Fish, prawns, crab, chicken and lamb are consumed in different blends of spicy gravies and dry blend of spices.

Ramadan, also known as Ramzan or Ramadan is the festival of Muslims which is celebrated by them during the ninth month of their Islamic Calendar. During the festival, observers of Islam all around the world do fasting and break their fast after the sunset with some lip smacking delicacies. From Dawn to sunset, Muslims refrain from consuming food and drinking any kind of liquid. Meals are served before sunrise which is called as Suhoor and after Sunset it's called as Iftar. Everybody in the family or in the local community gathers and break their fast together.

There are various fried and cooked items in predominantly vegetarian Gujarati cuisine. Fafda, Khandvi, Thepla, Dhokla, Puran Poli, Soonvali, Muthia, Handwoh are all Gujarati kitchen creation. The menu ranges from sweetest to the spicy foods which also varies with the expertise required in the kitchen for preparation. Some are cooked, some are prepared on tawa and some are deep fried. Traditional Gujarati food is served on a silver platter. Choose from our extensive 3-course menu to make this Sunday lunch a memorable one. 

Have you planned for your special this week, if not yet here is a menu idea which you can try for yourself this week? Fold your sleeves and get ready with all the ingredients you want for your solo night. Here are few recipes that have starter, main course and dessert recipes that can be prepared and served to make your solo night easy and happy.

Dosa is one versatile South Indian food which comes with the goodness of one of more pulses and fits in almost any time of the day. This Indian pancake recipe prepared usually from the fermented batter of lentils or black gram and rice. Dosas can be prepared crisp and thinner, as we find Khali Dosa or Plain Dosa, but Dosa can also be prepared thicker and softer with the same batter, to call it set dosa. Either add onions, coriander, and green chilies to prepare onion dosa or complement semolina and slightly change the recipe to make rava dosa, the palatability only enhances.

India is a happening place for cricket. Cricket players have a larger celebrity status in India than most of the other cricket-playing countries. A month-long devoted expectation of IPL fans has risen to a crescendo with the final match being scheduled in Bangalore and are awaiting a nail-biting exciting match to appreciate.

The one dish which is prepared in almost every Indian home is the Dal (Lentils). It is considered as the backbone of Indian meal that also acts as a good source protein. In addition to Protein, dals are a good source of minerals such as potassium and magnesium which are key to bone and muscle health. Making a good dal comes with practice and there is nothing better than a delicious dal which makes a great accompaniment to most of the Indian meals. Many types of dals are available in Indian market, with each one having its own nutritional benefit. 

‘Throw in good food, wine and conversation and a dinner party at home is pretty much my idea of bliss’. Nothing can compare a foodelicious dinner with the close family and friends and when you have Indian snacks or appetisers it makes the house parties come to life with spice and they make a great way to start an Indian meal.

Zucchini also called courgette belongs to the family of cucumbers and gourds. Few popular varieties include yellow, oval, striped and rounder ones. This squash originated in the Americas and cultivated in Italy first.

Zucchinis with the yellowish flower attached are believed to be the juiciest. Select firm, bright and smooth zucchinis about 8 inches in length, since the larger ones tend to be fibrous. This versatile vegetable can be trimmed on neck and base to be eaten raw, or be boiled, steamed, baked, stuffed, fried, barbequed, or be grilled to be included in various recipes. Though this vegetable is available year-round, the best tasting zucchinis come to harvest during late spring and summers. Zucchini flower is also edible after the pistils of female flower and stamen of the male flower are removed.

Sri Lanka is a land of mythology, history and colonisation. Rule by native kingdoms was taken over by Portuguese, Dutch and the British colonisations leaving the native cuisine influenced by and fused with the culinary cultures of foreign rule. One can find Sri Lankan cuisine slightly similar to Indian cuisine; Tamil cuisine in particular, but there is significant Sri Lankan spin with loaded spices. Sri Lankan cuisine uses many ingredients which are not natively grown, owing to its age-old historical trade.

Breakfast is considered as the most important meal of the day, as it affects how we perform physically and mentally the entire day. We often skips our breakfast due to hurry, hectic work schedule and many such reasons. But taking just a few minutes to eat your breakfast like a king, can really make a difference to your day. Eating breakfast on time provides you energy, enhances your concentration and helps to maintain your body weight.

Andhra cuisine is popular for its searing spicy food recipes. Since Andhra and now Telangana together are leading producers of red chilli, the cuisine seems inclined towards spiciness. The authentic Andhra cuisine also seeps into Karnataka and Tamil Nadu cuisines as well, with mild region-influenced changes in preparation and names. Ragi millet is popular in Andhra-Rayalaseema region, where Telangana region runs on millet based roti as a staple food, and rice is naturally the staple food of irrigated regions of Andhra and Telangana. The main course recipes usually contain tamarind, dal and tomatoes as essential ingredients. Spicy varieties of pickles, chutneys and fritters are also an integral part of Andhra cuisine. This cuisine is also known for its non-vegetarian dishes like marag, biryanis and kebabs. In fact, biryanis are cooked in more than 40 variations of vegetarian and non-vegetarian elements.

Summer is here and we are always looking for something that is healthy, refreshing and tasty to quench our thirst. There are many summer fruits that can be used to make fresh juices and smoothies, but there is nothing like a glass of chilled Buttermilk when the temperature is rising outside.

It is a traditional Indian summer drink that is usually served along with the everyday meals or can be had as a snack in between the meals. It is good for hydration and also protects us from the harmful sun rays. Its tasty and healthy, so there is always a win win situation and kids love it too.

When the hot summer days roll around, it is very important to hydrate our body. Dehydration can lead to many health problems such as diarrhoea, vomiting, headache, lack of urination, dizziness and many more. Drinking enough water is the best way to hydrate your body, but sometimes we need something which is more refreshing and filled with flavours. And this is when the tasty and re-energising lemonades comes into the limelight.

A lot of us especially kids prefer sugary cereals over healthy oats for breakfast. For many nothing can be great as a warm cup of oats for your breakfast. You can cook them however you want, with some milk and make it as a porridge or make an idli out of oats. It is the one of the healthiest food that can keep the energy up and help you to carry your day with energy.

Mughlai cuisine dates back to medieval India. The Mughal dynasty that ruled the country during medieval period brought their Central Asian cuisine along. Till today, the Mughlai cuisine is adopted and popular in Northern part of India including Uttar Pradesh and Delhi, Pakistan and Bangladesh. Cuisine of Avadhi/Lucknow is also influenced from Mughal rasoi. The welcome aroma of whole roast and ground spices is infused into the Mughlai cuisine recipes to make a variety of dishes that differ with spice levels. Dishes from this cuisine include Kebabs, kofta, pulaos and Biryanis. 

Mother’s day is fast approaching, and many of us would be thinking what special can we cook for her. Wouldn't it be great if we can cook something special for her this day. Give her a break from the kitchen and home and take care of the A to Z activities that she does for us every single day without a clinch.

Discover an array of mouthwatering mango recipes in our collection! From savory curries to refreshing smoothies, vibrant salads to exotic drinks, decadent desserts to tempting breakfast pancakes, this cookbook offers endless culinary inspiration. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, these 110 appetizing mango recipes will tantalize your taste buds and add a burst of flavor to your meals.

Sun, Sand & Beach, this is how we define Goa! It is one of the smallest states in India, but is very popular nationally and internationally for its beaches, parties and historic sites. But Goa is much more than this, when it comes to its food and culture. Goan food is one of the reasons tourists gets attracted to this place because it is different, delicious, seriously addictive and as exotic as Goa. A trip to Goa can relax your mind and body and so can the Goan food.

Corn which is originated from Mexico is a healthy and vital vegetable which we have been using in different forms in our day to day life. In India, we call it Makki, Bhutta and the name changes as it moves in the different direction. It is a vegetable and is also considered to be a grain. The kernels of the corn are of different colours like white, red and violet.

Mahavir Jayanti is a special occasion for the Jain community. Also known as Mahavir Janma Kalyanak, is the most important religious holiday for Jains. It celebrates the birth of Mahavira, twenty fourth and the last Tirthankara (Teaching God) of the present time cycle. This holiday is celebrated according to the Hindu calendar and is either celebrated in March or in April.