How many times has it happened that you are on your way back home from work, both hungry and exhausted, looking blankly out of the window of your bus or car wishing there was something appetizing waiting for you at home and you didn’t have to cook. It is exactly in such days that this…
Category: Mutton
Hyderabadi Haleem – Two versions:Traditional Mutton haleem and a Healthier Oats haleem for a Rare Recipe Challenge
Haleem is a traditional and royal dish of Hyderabad- the enchanting land of Nizams.Originally an Arabic dish, it was brought to Hyderabad centuries ago during the rule of the seventh Nizam and soon got it’s own local version which has become immensely popular world wide. It is usually made in huge quantities in bhattis (cauldrons)…
Keema Fried Rice – Convenient Convertible
In this age of convertible cars,convertible bonds,tablets and convertible laptops, how convenient wouldn’t it be if we can convert some leftovers from the fridge into a delicious box lunch. Keema fried rice is one such quick fix dish (try saying quick fix dish quickly 😉 ) I used to pack for my kids,when they were…
Marag – Hyderabadi Lamb Soup and The Hyderabadi Bridal dress
Marag is a delicious soup served in almost every Hyderabadi wedding along with Roomali roti or Naan(breads).It is made with lamb shanks and lamb breasts which are slow cooked in huge pots over fire till the meat is tender,succulent and almost falls apart. Authentically, ghee and cream are added to Marag for a rich and fragrantly flavorful taste and…
Chinese biryani ?
Chinese biryani????? Biryani ,as we all know is a one pot rice and meat dish which has its roots in South Asia. There are different theories regarding the origin of Biryani, with the most popular being that it was brought to India by the Mogul rulers.However, the fact remains that Biryani is the most popular dish…
Flavored rice with Meatballs
This weekend was a busy one with parties and get togethers. With just a couple of days left to go for the most awaited sporting event, FIFA world cup 2014, the mood and flavor of all parties had to be football. The conversations had to be seasoned with football banter. I am sure you all…
Gold Coins
This is an excellent finger food to serve at parties. Try this crunchy starter at kids birthday parties. Will be a sure fire hit. I tried this dish with mutton keema (mince). But I will give you a few more options which will taste and look equally good. Ingredients: Sandwich bread …
Smoked Lamb Kebab
This juicy smoked lamb recipe can be tried in your kitchen on those days when you have the mood for a barbeque but the weather just wouldn’t let you. But you can indulge your hunger pangs by trying this , no hassle aromatic dish right in the comfort of your kitchen. All you need ,…
Bird’s Nest
Bird’s Nest is a mutton kebab crisp on the outside and soft inside. I came up with this name because the kebab is made in the shape of an egg and served over crisply fried rice noodles resembling a nest. The best part is you can prepare this in advance and fry just before serving….
Aromas and Flavors from my Kitchen 