We tried this instant pot recipe with our stove-top pressure cooker: https://myheartbeets.com/instant-pot-chicken-biryani/ Based on our pantry, we used three boneless skinless chicken breasts instead of thighs. This was the first time we used ghee (clarified butter), and we accidentally burned the cashews and golden raisins because we didn’t realize the ghee heated up so quickly.… Continue reading Pressure cooker chicken biryani
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Cardamom chicken (masala murgh)
Details here: https://rasamalaysia.com/cardamom-chicken-masala-murgh/ We modified slightly by reducing the cayenne from ¾ tsp to ½ tsp. We also found the quartered tomato hard to mash with merely a fork; we finally resorted to using a potato masher. This recipe took us almost an hour to make, from prep to finished dish. (May 2019)
Indian minced meat with peas (keema matar)
We tried this keema matar recipe from Shubhra Ramineni’s Entice with Spice cookbook, except that we substituted minced bison for minced lamb. First, using a high-walled stainless steel skillet, turn on medium heat without oil and then add 1 lb minced lamb (here, minced bison). Saute until browned, then drain the fatty liquid (it will… Continue reading Indian minced meat with peas (keema matar)
Coconut milk rice pudding with Indian flavors
This kheer-like recipe was a good use of leftovers: 1 cup cooked jasmine rice and 1 cup coconut milk. We tried this recipe: https://www.geniuskitchen.com/recipe/rice-pudding-made-with-coconut-milk-113661 Our modifications: first, we used 1 cup cooked jasmine rice (so we skipped the first step). Second, we skipped the cinnamon stick and used the lemon rind only as a garnish.… Continue reading Coconut milk rice pudding with Indian flavors
Sri Lankan beef and potato curry
We were inspired by these two Sri Lankan recipes: https://www.geniuskitchen.com/recipe/spicy-beef-curry-331044 and http://www.recipesaresimple.com/south-indian-beef-curry/. First, combine 1 lb boneless beef chuck roast (cut into 1 inch chunks) with: 1 tsp chili powder (not cayenne or paprika), 2 tsp Sri Lankan curry powder (we substituted with Jamaican), ½ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp ground black pepper, 1 tsp salt,… Continue reading Sri Lankan beef and potato curry
Watermelon chaat
We tried this recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1018775-watermelon-chaat We didn’t have amchoor (green mango powder), so we substituted with ¼ tsp tamarind soup base. (July 2018)
Keema puffs (curried minced turkey and peas in puff pastry)
For the filling: First, using a large wok, heat 2-3 Tbsp neutral vegetable oil on medium heat. Add 1 1/3 lb minced turkey, increase heat to medium-high, and brown the meat. In the meantime, mince 1 large (or 2 medium) onion, 3 large cloves garlic, and 1 inch peeled ginger; I did this using a… Continue reading Keema puffs (curried minced turkey and peas in puff pastry)
Indian tart apple chutney
Fresh from the apple orchard, we tried this recipe: http://www.veggiebelly.com/2009/11/indian-apple-pickle.html Our modifications based on our pantry: first, we peeled and diced four small freshly harvested apples (multiple varieties) instead of two large apples; we soaked the diced apples in the juice of one small lemon. Second, we substituted 1/8 tsp fenugreek powder with 1/8 tsp… Continue reading Indian tart apple chutney
Indian semolina upma with cashews
We tried this tiffin breakfast recipe: http://indianhealthyrecipes.com/upma-recipe-how-to-make-upma/ Our modifications: first, because the recipe serves only one, we doubled the ingredients. Second, we used cumin seeds, black mustard seeds, and whole fresh cayenne pepper (the recipe was fairly unclear). Also, “hing” is asofoetida. Third, although the ingredient list did not mention salt, the video did. We… Continue reading Indian semolina upma with cashews
Indian-style curried minced turkey with potatoes
We tried this recipe: http://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/curried_ground_turkey_with_potatoes/ Our modifications: first, instead of 1 Tbsp garam masala (which imparts a strong cinnamon flavor), we used 1 tsp garam masala and 2 tsp McCormick’s curry powder; second, we used 1 medium-sized Vietnamese red chili pepper; third, we used ½ cup chicken broth in lieu of water; fourth, after cooking… Continue reading Indian-style curried minced turkey with potatoes
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