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Chicken Shawarma

  Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Chicken Shawarma: Ingredients: For the Chicken Marinade: • 500g boneless chicken thighs (or chicken breast) • 3 tablespoons olive oil • 2 tablespoons lemon juice • 4 garlic cloves (minced) • 1 teaspoon ground cumin • 1 teaspoon ground coriander • 1 teaspoon ground paprika • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom (optional) • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper • 1 teaspoon salt • 1 tablespoon vinegar (optional) • 1 tablespoon plain yogurt (optional for extra tenderness) For the Garlic Sauce (Tahini Sauce): • ½ cup mayonnaise • 2 tablespoons tahini (optional) • 2 tablespoons lemon juice • 3-4 garlic cloves (minced) • Salt and pepper to taste • 2 tablespoons water (to adjust consistency) For Serving: • Pita bread, flatbreads, or tortillas • Sliced onions, tomatoes, and cucumber • Fresh parsley (optional) Instructions: 1. Marinate the Chicken:...
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Dal Makhani

  Dal Makhani is a popular North Indian dish made with whole black lentils (urad dal) and kidney beans (rajma) cooked in a creamy, spiced tomato-based sauce. Here’s a simple recipe to make Dal Makhani at home: Ingredients: • 1 cup whole black lentils (urad dal) • 1/4 cup kidney beans (rajma) • 4 cups water (for cooking the dal) • 1 tablespoon ghee or butter • 1 onion, finely chopped • 2 tomatoes, pureed • 1 green chili, chopped (optional) • 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder • 1 teaspoon red chili powder • 1 teaspoon garam masala • 1 teaspoon coriander powder • Salt, to taste • 1/2 cup cream • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish Instructions: 1. Soak the Lentils & Beans: • Wash the black lentils (urad dal) and kidney beans (rajma) well. • Soak them in water for at least 6-8 hours or overnight. 2. Cook the Lentils & Beans: • In a pressure cooker or a large pot, add the soaked le...
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Tomato Chutney

  Here’s a simple and quick recipe for  Tomato Chutney  that you can make in just a few minutes: Ingredients: • 3-4 ripe tomatoes, chopped • 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional) • 1-2 green chilies, chopped (adjust to spice preference) • 1 tablespoon oil • 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (optional, for heat) • 1 tablespoon jaggery or sugar (optional, for sweetness) • 1 tablespoon tamarind paste or lemon juice (for tanginess) • Salt to taste • Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish) Instructions: 1. Sauté the Spices : Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Let them splutter for a few seconds. 2. Cook the Tomatoes : Add the chopped onions (if using) and sauté until they turn soft and translucent. Then, add the chopped tomatoes and green chilies. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the tomatoes become soft...
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