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Thursday, March 17, 2011

नारळाच्या वड्या आणि वडपे पोहे (36th Serv)

ब-याच दिवसांनी नारळाच्या वड्या आणि वडपे पोहे करण्याचा योग आला. मी तर करून बघितले. हो! आणि चांगला रिमार्कही मिळालाय ... मला वाटते की तुम्हीही ही कृती एकदा करुनच बघायला हवी ... कदाचित तुमच्याही कानी ... असो! तर फटाफट ही कृती करून बघा आणि तुमचा अभिप्राय कळवा ...

नारळाच्या वड्या :

साहित्य : २ वाटया नारळाचा चव, २ वाटया साखर, १ वाटी दूध, वेलदोडे आवडीप्रमाणे

कृती : नारळाचे खोबरे ख़वून घ्यावे. खोबरे मिक्सर मधून फिरवून घ्यावे. नारळ खवताना फ़क्त पांढरे खोबरेच घ्यावे. खोब-याची पाठ घेऊ नये. म्हणजे वड्या स्वच्छ होतात.

एका जाड बुडाच्या पातेल्यात दोन वाटया मिक्सर मधले खोबरे, दोन वाटया साखर व एक वाटी दूध घालावे. ते एकत्र करून शिजवावे. मिश्रण चांगले घट्ट होत आले की त्यात वेलदोड्याची पूड घालावी. तूप लावलेल्या ताटात मिश्रण थापावे व लगेचच वड्या कापाव्यात.

नारळाच्या वड्यात रोझ इसेन्स व थोड़ा गुलाबी रंग घातला की वड्यांना चांगला स्वाद व रंग येतो.

वड्या जर काळपट वाटल्या तर त्यात खाण्याचा पिवळा रंग टाकावा.

आता बघुयात वडपे पोहे करण्याची पद्धत :

साहित्य : १ वाटी नारळ खवून घ्यावा, वाटीभर बारीक चिरलेला कांदा, वाटीभर बारीक चिरलेला टोमँटो, अर्धावाटी चिरलेली कोथिंबीर, थोड्या हिरव्या मिरच्या बारीक चिरून घ्याव्यात, पातळ पोहे, चवीपुरते मीठ, साखर, फोडणीचे साहित्य (तेल, मोहरी, हिंग), लिंबाचा रस आवश्यकतेनूसार.

कृती : नारळाचे पाणी पातेल्यात घ्यावे. त्यात नारळाचा चव व सर्व साहित्य एकत्र करावे व त्यात मावतील एवढे पोहे घालून सारखे करावे, चवीला मीठ, साखर घालून लिंबू पिळावे. वरून फोडणी करून पोह्यावर ओतावी.

हो! टेस्ट केल्यानंतर अभिप्राय द्यायला मात्र विसरु नका बरं का?

More Delicious Servings:
01. My Kitchen : Dum Aloo (1st Serv)
02. My Kitchen : Baingan Masala (2nd Serv)
03. My Kitchen : Vej Karela (3rd Serv)
04. My Kitchen : Gobhi (Cabbage) & Kaju Vej (4th Serv)
05. My Kitchen : Carrot Salad (5th Serv)
06. My Kitchen : Spinach (Palak) & Saag (6th Serv)
07. My Kitchen : Dahi & Pudina ki Chatny (7th Serv)
08. My Kitchen : Hara Dhaniya (Coriander) ki Chatny (8th Serv)
09. My Kitchen : Simple Chiken Curry (9th Serv)
10. My Kitchen : Caramel Custard (10th Serv)
11. My Kitchen : Aloo Pizza (11th Serv)
12. My Kitchen : Fried Fish - Masala (12th Serv)
13. My Kitchen : Meat Curry (13th Serv)
14. My Kitchen : Veg Shelgma (14th Serv)
15. My Kitchen : Spinach Raita (15th Serv)
16. My Kitchen : Punjabi Choley (16th Serv)
17. My Kitchen : Mango Mousse (17th Serv)
18. Sukadi : The Nutritious Food you never forget! (18th Serv)
19. Breakfast : The Good Habit for everyone!
20. Bohri’s Delicious Servings: Sheer Khurma (19th Serv)
21. Bohri’s Paya (20th Serv)
22. Breakfast : The Belly Rules the Mind
23. Shrimp Stuffed Papaya (21st Serv)
24. Hakka Noodles: A Nutritious Recipe (22nd Serv)
25. Mixed Vegetable Soup (24th Serv)
26. Kolhapur Special Misal Pav : Spicy Curry With Bread (25th Serv)
27. Salad Wrap (26th Serv)
28. Omelette with Sprouts and sev (27th Serv)
29. Chicken Curry (28th Serv) : Sunday Special Night
30. How To Make Crab Curry? (29th Serv)
31. Common Tips while making rice - 1
32. Roti : My Views From Kitchen
33. Making of Chapattis (30th Serv)
34. Notes To Remember While Making Chapattis - 1
35. Chapatti : A Map Of Australia - 2
36. Making of Chapatti : Another Technique - 3
37. Making of Pooris (31st Serv)
38. Useful Cooking Tips - 1
39. Useful Cooking Tips - 2
40. Useful Cooking Tips - 3
41. खास उन्हाळ्यासाठी .....(It is Summertime ....)
42. द्राक्षाचे काही टिकाऊ पदार्थ
43. सरबत : पँशनफ़्रुट आणि बेलाचे
44. नारळाची करी आणि नारळाचे वडे
45. शहाळ्याचे थंड पेय

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

शहाळ्याचे थंड पेय (35th Serv)

शहाळे (Coconut Water) - हा एक सर्वांचा आवडता विषय..!!! बराही महिने मिळणारे हे फळ सर्वांचा अंतरात्मा थंड ठेवण्याचे काम करते. याच संदर्भात शहाळ्याचे थंड पेय कसे तयार करावयाचे ते पाहुयात.

साहित्य : शहाळे ४ मोठी, मीठ पाव चमचा, लिंबे ३, मध १ कप, पुदीना १०/१२ पाने (आवडीप्रमाणे)

कृती : शहाळ्यातले पाणी पातेल्यात काढून घ्यावे. त्यात तिन लिंबाचा रस, १ कप मध (थोडा कमी चालेल) शहाळ्यातल्या मलईचे ३ वाट्या तुकडे करून किंवा मिक्सर मधून बारीक करून, पुदिन्यांची ९/१० पाने चिरून (आवडत असल्यास) पाण्यात घालावी व वरील भांडे फ्रीजमधे गार करून घ्यावे.

असेच ओल्या नारळाचे पण थंड पेय करतात. फ़क्त ६ नारळ घ्यावेत व मलईच्या ऐवजी ओले खोबरे खवून घ्यावे.

नारळाचे पाणी, कोवळ्या हिरव्या नारळातील स्वच्छ द्रव, हे निसर्गाचे अंतिम तहान शमवणारे आणि पौष्टिक शक्तीचे केंद्र आहे. पोटॅशियम, सोडियम आणि मॅग्नेशियम सारख्या अत्यावश्यक इलेक्ट्रोलाइट्सने पॅक केलेले, हे केवळ तुम्हाला हायड्रेट ठेवत नाही तर वर्कआउटनंतरच्या पुनर्प्राप्तीमध्ये देखील मदत करते. हे उष्णकटिबंधीय अमृत केवळ स्वादिष्टच नाही तर आश्चर्यकारकपणे फायदेशीर देखील आहे.

नारळाच्या पाण्याचा एक उल्लेखनीय पैलू म्हणजे त्यातील पोटॅशियम सामग्री, जे बहुतेक स्पोर्ट्स ड्रिंक्सपेक्षा जास्त आहे. पोटॅशियम स्नायूंच्या आकुंचनाचे नियमन करण्यात आणि शरीरातील द्रवपदार्थाचे योग्य संतुलन राखण्यात महत्त्वपूर्ण भूमिका बजावते. यामुळे हरवलेले इलेक्ट्रोलाइट्स पुन्हा भरून काढू पाहणाऱ्या ऍथलीट्स आणि फिटनेस उत्साही लोकांसाठी नारळाचे पाणी उत्तम पर्याय बनते.

हायड्रेशन व्यतिरिक्त, नारळाच्या पाण्यात अँटिऑक्सिडंट्स, जीवनसत्त्वे आणि खनिजे आहेत जे संपूर्ण आरोग्यास समर्थन देतात. हे नैसर्गिकरित्या कमी कॅलरी आणि जोडलेल्या साखरेपासून मुक्त आहे, जे त्यांच्या कंबररेषा पाहत आहेत त्यांच्यासाठी हा एक आदर्श पर्याय आहे. शिवाय, त्याचे दाहक-विरोधी गुणधर्म पचनास मदत करतात आणि जुनाट आजारांचा धोका कमी करतात.

नारळ पाणी ही निसर्गाने दिलेली एक सतेज आणि पौष्टिक देणगी आहे.

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

नारळाची करी आणि नारळाचे वडे (34th Serv)

होय! ग्रृहिणींनो,

आपण आज नारळाची करी आणि नारळाचे वडे या दोन पदार्थांच्या कृतीची माहिती करून घेउयात.

नारळाची करी :

साहित्य : १ मोठा नारळ, १ चहाचा चमचा आले लसणाची पेस्ट, ६/७ लवंगा, पाव चमचा दालचिनी कुटून, १० ते १५ काळे मिरे, दोन कांदे, तेल

कृती : नारळ खवून त्याचे दूध काढावे. कांदा बारीक कच्चाच वाटून घ्यावा. लवंग, दालचिनिची पूड़ व मिरे एकत्र करून कुटून घ्यावेत.

एका पातेल्यात डावभर तेल चांगले तापवावे. त्यात आले लसणाची पेस्ट एक चमचा व दालचिनी, लवंगाची पूड टाकावी. दोन ते तिन मिनिटे परतावे. त्यातच वाटलेला कांदा टाकावा. कांदा लालसर झाला की त्यात नारळाचे दूध व आवश्यक वाटल्यास पाणी घालावे. चवी पुरते मीठ व साखर घालवे व एक उकळी येऊ द्यावी.

अशा करीत उकडलेला बटाटा, मटार घालून रस्सा भाजी तयार करता येते... मग केव्हा बेत करताय..?

यानंतर आपण नारळाचे वडे कसे करायचे त्याची कृती जाणून घेउयात.

नारळाचे वडे :

साहित्य : २ वाटया तांदुळ, १ वाटी उड़द दाल, अर्धी वाटी मुगडाळ, २ वाटया नारळाचा चव, हिरवी मिरची, कोथिंबीर, मीठ चवीपुरते, तळायला तेल

कृती : २ वाटया तांदुळ व एक वाटी उडदाची दाळ ३ तास पाण्यात भिजत घालावी. मिक्सरमधून बारीक वाटावे. त्यातच हिरव्या मिरच्या (आवडिप्रमाणे) व १ चमचा जीरे व २ वाट्या नारळाचा चव पण घालावा व मिश्रण वाटून सारखे करावे. चवी पुरते मीठ व अर्धीवाटी कोथिंबीर त्यात घालावी. मिश्रण घट्टसर असेल. नंतर कढईत तेल तापत टाकावे व वरील मिश्रणाचे हातावर वडे थापुन त्यात तळावे. पीठ सैल वाटले तर त्यात चिमुटभर सोडा टाकुन भजी तळावीत किंवा तांदळाचे पिठ किंवा ब्रेड्चा थोड़ा लगदा घालून वडे थापावेत. हो! आमंत्रण द्यायला विसरु नका म्हणजे झालं ...!!!

Saturday, March 12, 2011

सरबत : पँशनफ़्रुट आणि बेलाचे (33rd Serv)

नमस्कार गृहिणींनो,

आज आपण या लेखात पँशनफ़्रुट आणि बेलाचे सरबत कशा प्रकारे तयार करावयाचे ते पाहुयात.

पँशनफ़्रूट्चे सरबत :

पिकलेले पिवळे पँशनफ़्रुट घ्यावे. त्याचे दोन भाग करावे. आतील गर चमच्याने काढून घ्यावा. त्यात चवीप्रमाणे साखर व पाणी घालावे. साखर विरघळेपर्यंत हलवावे. सरबत गाळून घ्यावे.

पँशनफ़्रुटचा वास, चव तर चांगली असतेच पण त्याचा नैसर्गिक रंग फार सुंदर असतो. हे फळ सुकलेले दिसले तरी त्याचे सरबत करत येते.

पँशनफ़्रुटचा वेल अंगणात लावता येतो त्याला क्रृष्णकमळासारखी फुले येतात. व अगणित फळे त्यावर लगडतात. पिकलेल्या पँशनफ़्रूट्चे सरबत करतात. त्याला वास फार छान असतो. साधारण एका फलापासून एक किंवा दिड ग्लास सरबत होते.

बेलाचे सरबत :

बेलफळ फोडून त्याचा गर काढावा. त्यात थोड़े पाणी घालून मिक्सरमधून फिरवून घ्यावे. आव्यश्यकतेनुसार साखर लिंबाचा रस व मीठ घालावे.

हे बेलाचे सरबत औषधी असते. तर करून बघा एक-एक सुंदर आणि सहज सोप्या सरबती कृति आपल्या किचनमधे..!!

More Delicious Servings:
01. My Kitchen : Dum Aloo (1st Serv)
02. My Kitchen : Baingan Masala (2nd Serv)
03. My Kitchen : Vej Karela (3rd Serv)
04. My Kitchen : Gobhi (Cabbage) & Kaju Vej (4th Serv)
05. My Kitchen : Carrot Salad (5th Serv)
06. My Kitchen : Spinach (Palak) & Saag (6th Serv)
07. My Kitchen : Dahi & Pudina ki Chatny (7th Serv)
08. My Kitchen : Hara Dhaniya (Coriander) ki Chatny (8th Serv)
09. My Kitchen : Simple Chiken Curry (9th Serv)
10. My Kitchen : Caramel Custard (10th Serv)
11. My Kitchen : Aloo Pizza (11th Serv)
12. My Kitchen : Fried Fish - Masala (12th Serv)
13. My Kitchen : Meat Curry (13th Serv)
14. My Kitchen : Veg Shelgma (14th Serv)
15. My Kitchen : Spinach Raita (15th Serv)
16. My Kitchen : Punjabi Choley (16th Serv)
17. My Kitchen : Mango Mousse (17th Serv)
18. Sukadi : The Nutritious Food you never forget! (18th Serv)
19. Breakfast : The Good Habit for everyone!
20. Bohri’s Delicious Servings: Sheer Khurma (19th Serv)
21. Bohri’s Paya (20th Serv)
22. Breakfast : The Belly Rules the Mind
23. Shrimp Stuffed Papaya (21st Serv)
24. Hakka Noodles: A Nutritious Recipe (22nd Serv)
25. Mixed Vegetable Soup (24th Serv)
26. Kolhapur Special Misal Pav : Spicy Curry With Bread (25th Serv)
27. Salad Wrap (26th Serv)
28. Omelette with Sprouts and sev (27th Serv)
29. Chicken Curry (28th Serv) : Sunday Special Night
30. How To Make Crab Curry? (29th Serv)
31. Common Tips while making rice - 1
32. Roti : My Views From Kitchen
33. Making of Chapattis (30th Serv)
34. Notes To Remember While Making Chapattis - 1
35. Chapatti : A Map Of Australia - 2
36. Making of Chapatti : Another Technique - 3
37. Making of Pooris (31st Serv)
38. Useful Cooking Tips - 1
39. Useful Cooking Tips - 2
40. Useful Cooking Tips - 3
41. खास उन्हाळ्यासाठी .....(It is Summertime ....)>
42. द्राक्षाचे काही टिकाऊ पदार्थ

Kitchen Safety That Everyone Must Need

Dear woman of the house,

We all know that the kitchen is amidship to family life. Cooking with your child can be a fun learning experience. It is true that the kitchen is a thought-provoking area to make your kitchen safe place for your children with a great deal of dangers that are obvious, and not so obvious. Yeah! You never stop your children that they help you in the kitchen. They are often more inclined to try new foods, and an interest in cooking is very beneficial in the stripling years. Surely teaching the basics to your child at a young age will help instill a lifelong enjoyment of cooking, as well as the ability to cook for themselves and others in the future. Before you begin cooking with your child, it is important to know and think how to keep your kitchen safe.

I think we all have to set some rules and kitchen safety tips in place to make sure that your child remains safe, and the atmosphere stays fun.

Being safe in the kitchen we must keep concentrate on following things:

Anything that is easily flammable should be stored away from heat sources.
A smoke detector should be installed in the area between the kitchen and the other rooms nearby. Also, a home fire extinguisher should be installed near the exit to be easily reachable.
The cooking area should be regularly cleaned and any extra grease buildup promptly removed. A great buildup is a great fire hazard.
If a pan caught fire from the grease, place the lid over the pan and switch off the heat. Do not use water to put out a grease fire!
Wear tight-fitting clothes when cooking and avoid using long sleeves and being around fire with dish towels.
If you have a leak in the gas, everyone should immediately evacuate and the utility company should be called right away. You can easily realize if there is any gas leak as nowadays natural and LP gas are scented so they are distinguishable right away.
Anything that is dangerous to children by being sharp, heavy or poisonous should be removed from easy reach.
The garbage bin should have a hard to open lid so small children cannot easily open it to play with the lid.
Avoid leaving any chemicals within easy reach of children.
Pot handles should be turned inward to avoid any spills of hot liquids.
Wall mounted racks should be placed high enough as to not be within children's reach.
Use child resistant latches at cabinet and cupboard doors.
Do not leave any alcoholic beverages in areas that are frequented by children. For small kids' alcohol is like poison.

Yeah! It is true that apart from all the above things we need to take care of many things for our child safety. Just keep in mind that the kitchen is maybe the room with the most dealings every day. It is the place where the family gathers in the morning for breakfast, where the cooking takes place, where people eat their lunch, enjoy their afternoon coffee, have their evening dinner and where children even do their homework at times. This is why cooking safety is above all when it comes to keeping your family safe in the cooking area. So, just stay tuned to keep the kitchen safe for kids.

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Friday, March 11, 2011

Crockpot : Explore the World Of Unique Test

Dear woman of the house,

Today I am here to explore the world of crockpot cooking you can also called it as slow cooker. Yeah! With the hectic pace of life today, the crockpot has become an inherent appliance in today's kitchens. As you probably know already, you simply place the ingredients in the crockpot, plug it in, and turn it on. This leaves you to spend the day as you like, knowing that you will return to a delicious homemade meal ready and waiting for you.

Opening the front door on a cold winter evening and being greeted by the inviting smells wafting from a crockpot can be a diner’s dream come true. Yeah! You need to have a special crockpot and slow cooker recipes index in hands to serve your beloved one’s. At any time of year, a crock pot can make life a little more convenient because by planning ahead, you save time later. For the right purpose you can also read crockpot cooking tips to explore your world.

Trust me! Crockpot cooking can offer some very tasty meals and desserts however some basic rules should be followed when using a crockpot to cook with. You should be careful not to over stir their food while it's cooking in a crock pot. Taking the lid off during cooking causes vast amounts of heat to escape, therefore the food should only be stirred if it is clearly stated in the recipe.

Another benefit of the crockpot is that it doesn't heat up the kitchen. This can be valuable in the summer but don't limit it to summertime cooking. It is an any-season appliance. You will be pleased smelling the delicious fragrance of your food cooking all day long in the fall, winter and spring. You can also get help from crock book to have many delicious recipes. So just test it…!!!

द्राक्षाचे काही टिकाऊ पदार्थ

मागील लेखात आपण द्राक्षांपासून करता येणा-या काही घरगुती रेसिपी पाहिल्या. आज द्राक्षांचे काही टिकावू पदार्थ कसे तयार करावयाचे ते पाहुयात.

द्राक्षाचा मुरंबा :

द्राक्षाचा मुरंबा करताना खालील साहित्य असणे अगत्याची आहे.

साहित्य : बिनबियांची द्राक्षे २ वाटया, साखर ३ वाटया, पाव चमचा वेलदोडे पुड

कृती : द्राक्षे साफ़ करून त्याचे देठ काढून टाकावेत. एका स्टीलच्या पातेल्यात २ वाटया द्राक्षे व ६ वाटया साखर एकत्र करून तासभर मुरत ठेवावीत.

एका जाड बुडाच्या पातेल्यात द्राक्षाचे मिश्रण घेउन मंद गँसवर शिजत ठेवावे साखर विरघळू लागेल. द्राक्षांचा रंग बदलला आणि पाक चटपटू लागला की पातेले गँसवरून खाली उतरून ठेवावे. वेलदोड्याची पूड घालावी. जिथून देठे काढलेली असतात. तिथून पाक आत शिरतो. यामुळे हा मुरंबा चांगला आंबट गोड होतो.

द्राक्षाचे लोणचे :

साहित्य : १ वाटी आंबटगोड द्राक्षे, ३ चमचे मोहरी पूड, अर्धा चमचा मेथी, अर्धा चमचा लाल तिखट, पाव चमचा हळद, ३ चमचे बारीक मीठ, लिंबाएवढा गुळ, फोडणीचे साहित्य, तेल, मोहरी, हिंग, हळद

कृती : एका भांड्यात पाव वाटी तेलाची मोहरी, हिंग, हळद घालून फोडणी करावी. गार होऊ द्यावी. दुस-या भांड्यात द्राक्षं चिरून घ्यावीत. मोहरीची पूड २ चमचे, लाल तिखट अर्धा चमचा; बारीक मीठ ३ चमचे, थोडासा गूळ (आवडत असल्यास) एकत्र करून त्यावर गार झालेली फोडणी ओतावी. थोड्याशा तेलात अर्धा चमचा मेथी तळुन मग ती कुटावी व द्राक्षाच्या लोणच्यात घालावी. लोणचे दुस-या दिवशी खावे. द्राक्षे आंबट नसल्यास अर्धे लिंबू पिळावे. तिखटाचे प्रमाण आवडीप्रमाणे कमी जास्त करावे...अवश्य चव घेउन बघा आणि मग कळवा तुमचा अभिप्राय ....!!

Thursday, March 10, 2011

खास उन्हाळ्यासाठी .....(It is Summertime ....)

होय! उन्हाळा सुरु होतोय लवकरच! विशेषत: लिंबू सरबत, याकडे तुम्हा सर्वांचा ओढा नक्कीच असणार. विविध प्रकारचे सरबत, कोशिंबीर आणि पुडींगचा हा मोसम !! चला तर काही घरगुती तयार करता येण्यासारख्या कृति बघुयात!!!

द्राक्षाचे सरबत:

साहित्य : दीड वाटी द्राक्षाचा रस, ३ वाटया साखर, दीड वाटी पाणी, १ चमचा सायट्रिक असिड, प्रिझर्वेटिव्ह चिमुटभर (Potassium Meta Bi Sulphite)

कृती : बिनबियांची द्राक्षे घ्यावीत. ती स्वच्छ धुवून कोरडी करावीत. पुरणाच्या यंत्रातून द्राक्षाचा रस काढावा. साखरेत दीड वाटी पाणी घालून पाक करावा. साखर विरघळून पाकास उकळी फुटली की तो पाक स्वच्छ फडक्याने गाळून घ्यावा.

द्राक्षाचा रस गाळून गार झालेल्या साखरेच्या पाकात मिसळावा. त्यातच सायट्रिक असिड व प्रिझर्वेटिव्ह घालावे. आवडणारा रंग घालावा. आणि हे सरबत बाटलीत भरून ठेवावे...हो! टेस्ट करुन बघा ... मला खात्री आहे बाहेरील सरबता ऐवजी हे घरगुती सरबत खुप थंडावा देऊन जाईल.

द्राक्षाची कोशिंबीर:

द्राक्षाची कोशिंबीर तयार करताना बिन बियांची द्राक्षे घेउन त्याचं दोन दोन तुकडे करावेत. त्यात गोडसर घुसळलेले वाटीभर दही घालून चवीपुरती साखर व मीठ घालावे. वाटल्यास एखादे केळ चिरून घालावे.

द्राक्षाचे पुडींग :

साहित्य : १ कपभर काळी द्राक्षे, ४ कप तांदुळाचे पिठ, १ कप पाणी, ३ चहाचे चमचे साखर, १ चमचा लोणी

कृती : १ कप पाण्यात तांदळाचे पिठ व ३ चहाचे चमचे साखर घालावी. सारखे करुन शिजवून घ्यावे.

एका ओव्हनमधील भांड्याला थोडेसे लोणी लावावे त्यावर थोड़ी साखर पेरावी. काळी द्राक्षे अर्धी कापून त्यातील बिया काढून ती त्या भांड्यात टाकावी. तांदळाचे शिजलेले मिश्रण द्राक्षांवर ओतावे. वरून १ चमचा लोणी पसरावे व (वरचा थर साधारण ब्राउन होईपर्यंत) ओव्हनमध्ये बेक करावे. द्राक्षाचे पुडींग खाण्यासाठी तयार ....!!!

Saturday, December 11, 2010

Useful Cooking Tips - 3

Dear Lady of the House,

It is a last quota of Cooking Tips that surely help you in kitchen.

* Paneer: To keep paneer fresh for several days, wrap it in blotting paper while storing in the refrigerator.

Do not fry paneer, immerse it in boiling water to make it soft and spongy. You can use Paneer Tikka Griller which is a popular Indian appetizer made by marinating cubes of paneer (Indian cottage cheese) in a flavorful blend of spices and yogurt, then skewering and grilling until they are charred and smoky. It's a delicious and vegetarian twist on the classic tikka dish, perfect for those who enjoy the bold flavors of Indian cuisine.

* Papad: Bake in microwave oven.

Wrap the papads in polythene sheet and place with dal or rice to prevent them from drying and breaking. A papad roaster is a kitchen appliance designed to evenly and efficiently roast papads, a popular Indian snack made from lentil or rice flour dough. It uses a heated surface or open flame to crisp and cook the papads, making them deliciously crunchy for a tasty accompaniment to meals.

* Pickles: To prevent the growth of fungus in pickles, burn a small grain of asafetida over burning coal and invert the empty pickle jar for some time before putting pickles in the jar.

Pickle jars for the dining table are a charming and practical addition to any mealtime setting, adding a touch of rustic elegance as they hold an array of delectable preserved flavors. These tastefully designed containers not only elevate your table decor but also make it easy to enjoy a variety of pickled delights with every meal.

* Popcorn: Keep the maize/corn seeds in the freezer and pop while still frozen to get better pops. Use a popcorn maker is a handy kitchen appliance that quickly and efficiently pops kernels of corn into delicious, fluffy popcorn with just the right amount of buttery flavor. Whether for movie nights or snacking, it's a must-have for popcorn enthusiasts seeking a hassle-free and tasty treat.

* Potato: To bake potatoes quickly, place them in salt water for 15 minutes before baking.

Use the skin of boiled potatoes to wipe mirrors to sparkling clean.

Don't store potatoes and onions together. Potatoes will rot quickly if stored with onions. Onion and potato storage is essential for preserving the freshness and longevity of these staple vegetables. Properly storing them in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place helps prevent sprouting, rotting, and extends their shelf life, ensuring they remain readily available for cooking and consumption.

The Potato Chips Strip Cutting Cutter Machine is a versatile kitchen tool that effortlessly slices, dices, and chops potatoes into perfect strips for making crispy homemade potato chips. This convenient maker simplifies the snack preparation process, ensuring uniform slices and saving time in the kitchen.

* Refrigerator: To prevent formation of ice, rub table salt to the insides of your freezer. A refrigerator is a household appliance that keeps food and beverages cold and fresh by using a cooling system to maintain a low temperature. It is essential for preserving perishable items and extending their shelf life.

* Rice: Add a few drops of lemon juice in the water before boiling the rice to make rice whiter.

Add a tsp of canola oil to the water before boiling the rice to separate each grain after cooking.

Don't throw away the rice water after cooking. Use it to make soup or add it in making dal (lentils).

Add 5g of dried powdered mint leaves to 1kg of rice. It will keep insects at bay.

Put a small paper packet of boric powder in the container of rice to keep insects at bay.

Put a few mint leaves in the container of rice to keep insects at bay.

Rice Pulao and other recipes. You can also use a rice storage container, it is a convenient and airtight solution for keeping rice fresh and free from moisture, pests, and contaminants. These containers come in various sizes and designs, making them an essential kitchen accessory for preserving the quality of rice grains.

* Samosa: Bake them instead of deep frying to make them fat free. Don't fry the filling potato masala.

*Preserve the samosas in freezer. For eating, take out of the freezer two hours in advance and bake them over low temp.

You can use to elevate your morning meal with our delectable snack platters for serving breakfast. Enjoy an assortment of fresh pastries, fruits, and savory treats, perfect for a satisfying and convenient start to your day.

* Sugar: Put 2-3 cloves in the sugar to keep ants at bay. You can use a sugar tea and coffee container. It is a convenient kitchen accessory designed to store and dispense sugar and coffee grounds. These containers help keep your coffee and sweeteners fresh and easily accessible, making your morning routine a breeze.

* Tadka: Use sprouted mustard seeds (rayee) and fenugreek (methi) seeds for your tadkas.

Both of them, when sprouted, have more nutritional value. Also, this adds flavor to the dish and can be more beneficial, besides giving a decorative look to the dish.

A tadka pan, also known as a tempering pan, is a small, shallow cooking vessel commonly used in Indian cuisine. It is specifically designed for the tempering process, where spices and aromatics are quickly sautéed in hot oil or ghee to release their flavors before being added to dishes like curries and dals, imparting a burst of aromatic and flavorful essence to the final dish.

* Tomato: To remove the skin of tomatoes, place them in warm water for 5-10 minutes. The skin can then be easily peeled off.

When tomatoes are not available or too costly, substitute with tomato puree or tomato ketchup/sauce.

Place overripe tomatoes in cold water and add some salt. Overnight they will become firm and fresh. Always use the premium kitchen knives which are the epitome of culinary craftsmanship, meticulously crafted with precision and using the finest materials to ensure unparalleled sharpness and durability. Elevate your cooking experience with these exquisite tools that effortlessly slice and dice, making every meal preparation a culinary delight.

* Tamarind: Tamarind is an excellent polish for brass and copper items. Rub a slab of wet tamarind with some salt sprinkled on it on the object to be polished.

Gargles with tamarind water is recommended for a sore throat.

You can use the large stainless steel chopping cutting board is a durable and hygienic kitchen essential, ideal for slicing and dicing a variety of vegetables and fruits. Its sleek design and ample surface area make meal preparation a breeze while ensuring easy cleaning and longevity.

* Utensils: Use Non sticking utensils. Use thick bottom utensils, they get uniformly heated. For electric stoves, use flat bottom utensils.

Add a little bit of common salt to the washing powder for better cleaning of utensils.

This is the time to upgrade your kitchen with premium nonstick cooking utensils, designed to make cooking a breeze and cleanup a snap. These high-quality kitchen tools ensure your culinary creations glide effortlessly off the surface, making every meal a delicious success while keeping your kitchen pristine.

* Vegetables: Don't discard the water in which the vegetables are soaked or cooked. Use it in making soup or gravy.

To keep the vegetables fresh for a longer time, wrap them in newspaper before putting them in frozen.

Chop the vegetables only when you are ready to use them. Don't cut them too advance. It would spoil their food value.

You can use reusable Mesh and Net Vegetable Storage Bags for Fridge. They are eco-friendly alternatives to plastic bags, designed to keep your fruits and vegetables fresh longer while reducing single-use plastic waste. These breathable, washable bags are a sustainable way to organize and store your produce in the refrigerator, helping you maintain a healthier and more environmentally conscious kitchen.

* Sink (Blocked): To clear the blocked drain pipe of your kitchen sink, mix 1/2 cup sodium bicarbonate in 1 cup vinegar and pour it into the sink, and pour about 1 cup water. In an hour the drain pipe will open.

You can use a blocked sink cleaner, which is a specialized chemical or tool designed to effectively remove clogs and obstructions from kitchen or bathroom sinks, restoring proper drainage. It helps homeowners maintain a smooth-flowing plumbing system and prevent costly repairs.

* Salty Soup: Place a raw peeled potato in the bowl, it will absorb the extra salt.

* Yoghurt (Home Made): To set yogurt in winter, place the container in a warm place like oven or over the voltage stabilizer.

* Yogurt: If the yogurt has become sour, put it in a muslin cloth and drain all the water. Then add milk to make it as good as fresh in taste. Use drained water in making tasty gravy for vegetables or for basin curry.

To keep the yogurt fresh for many days, fill the vessel containing yogurt with water to the brim and refrigerate. Change the water daily.

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