Monday, June 30, 2025

5 popular italian recepies

 

Here are 5 popular Italian dish recipes that are delicious and easy to make at home:


1. Spaghetti Aglio e Olio (Garlic & Olive Oil Pasta)

Ingredients:

  • Spaghetti – 200g
  • Garlic – 6 cloves (sliced)
  • Olive oil – 4 tbsp
  • Red chili flakes – 1 tsp
  • Parsley (chopped) – 2 tbsp
  • Salt – to taste

Instructions:

  1. Cook spaghetti al dente in salted water.
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic till golden.
  3. Add chili flakes, then toss in cooked spaghetti.
  4. Mix parsley, adjust salt, and serve hot.

2. Margherita Pizza

Ingredients:

  • Pizza base or dough
  • Tomato sauce – ½ cup
  • Mozzarella cheese – 1 cup
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • Olive oil – 1 tbsp

Instructions:

  1. Spread tomato sauce on the pizza base.
  2. Add mozzarella and bake at 220°C for 10-12 mins.
  3. Top with basil and drizzle olive oil. Serve hot.

3. Penne Arrabbiata

Ingredients:

  • Penne pasta – 200g
  • Tomato puree – 1 cup
  • Garlic – 4 cloves (minced)
  • Red chili flakes – 1 tsp
  • Olive oil – 2 tbsp
  • Salt & parsley

Instructions:

  1. Cook penne in salted water.
  2. In oil, sauté garlic, then add chili flakes and tomato puree.
  3. Cook sauce until thick. Add pasta and mix.
  4. Garnish with parsley.

4. Risotto alla Milanese (Saffron Risotto)

Ingredients:

  • Arborio rice – 1 cup
  • Onion – 1 small (chopped)
  • Vegetable broth – 4 cups (hot)
  • Saffron – few strands
  • Butter – 2 tbsp
  • Parmesan cheese – ½ cup

Instructions:

  1. Sauté onion in butter. Add rice and stir 2 mins.
  2. Add broth gradually while stirring.
  3. Add saffron halfway through.
  4. When creamy, mix in cheese and serve.

5. Tiramisu (No-bake Italian Dessert)

Ingredients:

  • Mascarpone cheese – 250g
  • Whipped cream – 1 cup
  • Sugar – ½ cup
  • Coffee – 1 cup (strong)
  • Ladyfinger biscuits – 12-15
  • Cocoa powder – for dusting

Instructions:

  1. Mix cheese, sugar, and whipped cream.
  2. Dip biscuits quickly in coffee and layer in a dish.
  3. Add cream layer, repeat layers.
  4. Dust with cocoa. Chill for 4 hour

Sunday, June 29, 2025

Air fryer tofu veg pulav

 

Here’s a healthy and delicious Air Fryer Tofu Veg Pulav recipe – packed with flavor, veggies, and crispy tofu!


🌿 Air Fryer Tofu Veg Pulav Recipe

📝 Ingredients

For the tofu:

  • 200g firm tofu (cubed)
  • 1 tsp oil
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • ½ tsp red chili powder
  • ½ tsp garam masala
  • Salt to taste

For the pulav:

  • 1 cup basmati rice (soaked for 20 mins)
  • 1 tbsp oil or ghee
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1-inch cinnamon stick
  • 2 cloves, 1 cardamom
  • 1 medium onion (sliced)
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 cup mixed veggies (carrot, beans, peas, capsicum)
  • 1 green chili (optional)
  • ½ tsp cumin seeds
  • ½ tsp garam masala
  • ½ tsp coriander powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

🍳 Steps

Step 1: Air Fry Tofu

  1. In a bowl, mix tofu cubes with turmeric, chili powder, garam masala, salt, and oil.
  2. Preheat air fryer to 180°C (350°F).
  3. Place tofu in the basket and air fry for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and crispy.

Step 2: Cook Pulav

  1. Heat oil/ghee in a pan, add cumin seeds, whole spices, and sauté for a few seconds.
  2. Add sliced onions and sauté till golden brown.
  3. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté till raw smell disappears.
  4. Add chopped vegetables and green chili. Cook for 2–3 mins.
  5. Add spices (garam masala, coriander powder, salt) and mix well.
  6. Add soaked rice and 2 cups water. Stir gently.
  7. Cover and cook on medium flame for 10–12 minutes until rice is done.
  8. Let it sit covered for 5 mins, then fluff with a fork.

Step 3: Combine

  • Gently fold in the air-fried tofu cubes.
  • Garnish with coriander leaves.

Tips

  • You can add cashews or raisins for extra richness.
  • Use brown rice for a healthier version.
  • Serve with raita, salad, or mint chutney.


Air fryer veg pulav

 

Here’s a simple and delicious Air Fryer Veg Pulav recipe that’s perfect for a quick meal:


🌿 Air Fryer Veg Pulav Recipe

Servings: 2
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins


🧂 Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cooked basmati rice (cooled)
  • 1/4 cup carrots, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup beans, chopped
  • 1/4 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 1 green chili, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tbsp oil or ghee
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
  • 1 bay leaf (optional)
  • 1 small cinnamon stick, 2 cloves, 1 cardamom (optional whole spices)

🍳 Instructions:

  1. Preheat Air Fryer to 180°C (350°F) for 3 minutes.

  2. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped vegetables, onions, ginger-garlic paste, cumin seeds, whole spices (if using), turmeric, garam masala, salt, and oil. Mix well.

  3. Place vegetables in a small oven-safe bowl or tray and air fry at 180°C for 10 minutes, stirring once halfway through.

  4. After vegetables are cooked, add cooked rice to the bowl. Mix gently to combine.

  5. Air fry the rice and veggie mix again at 160°C for 5–6 minutes to allow the flavors to combine and give a light crispy texture.

  6. Remove, garnish with chopped coriander, and serve hot with raita or pickle.


🥗 Serving Suggestion:

Pair with:

  • Cucumber raita
  • Mint chutney
  • Fryums or papad

Air fryer chicken Biryani recipe

 

Here's a simple and delicious Chicken Biryani recipe made in an Air Fryer — perfect for when you crave biryani but want to skip heavy oil and long cooking time!


🌟 Air Fryer Chicken Biryani Recipe

📝 Ingredients:

For marinating chicken (boneless or with bone, 300-400g):

  • 1/2 cup yogurt (curd)
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Fresh coriander + mint leaves (chopped)

For rice:

  • 1 cup basmati rice (soaked for 30 min, then cooked 80% done)
  • 1/2 tsp ghee or oil
  • 1-2 cloves, 1 bay leaf, 1 cardamom (optional for fragrance)

Others:

  • 1 sliced onion (air fried till golden brown for garnish)
  • Saffron soaked in 2 tbsp warm milk (optional)
  • Ghee or butter – 1 tsp (optional for flavor)

🍳 Method:

1. Marinate Chicken

  • Mix all marinade ingredients with chicken.
  • Let it rest for 30 mins (or overnight in fridge).

2. Air Fry Chicken

  • Preheat air fryer to 180°C (350°F) for 3-5 mins.
  • Place marinated chicken in a greased tray or foil.
  • Air fry at 180°C for 10-12 minutes, flip once midway.
  • Chicken should be 90% cooked.

3. Layering Biryani (in cake tin or air fryer-safe bowl)

  • Grease the bowl/tin lightly.
  • Layer ½ cooked rice, then add the air-fried chicken.
  • Top with the rest of the rice.
  • Drizzle saffron milk, fried onions, ghee, mint & coriander.
  • Cover with foil.

4. Final Cooking in Air Fryer

  • Place the bowl in air fryer.
  • Air fry at 160°C for 10 minutes to let flavors blend.

🥄 Serve With:

  • Raita or curd
  • Salad
  • Lemon wedges

Let me know if you want a vegetarian version or a South Indian twist!

Air fryer paneer tikka recipe

 

Here’s a delicious and easy Paneer Tikka recipe you can make in an air fryer:


🌶️ Air Fryer Paneer Tikka Recipe

Ingredients:

  • Paneer (cottage cheese) – 250 g (cut into cubes)
  • Capsicum (bell peppers) – 1 (cut into squares)
  • Onion – 1 (cut into squares or petals)
  • Thick curd (hung curd preferred) – 1/2 cup
  • Ginger-garlic paste – 1 tsp
  • Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
  • Gram flour (besan) – 1 tbsp (lightly roasted)
  • Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp
  • Red chilli powder – 1 tsp
  • Coriander powder – 1 tsp
  • Garam masala – 1/2 tsp
  • Chaat masala – 1/2 tsp
  • Salt – to taste
  • Oil – 1 tbsp
  • Skewers (wooden or metal)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Marinade:

    • In a bowl, mix curd, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, roasted gram flour, turmeric, red chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala, chaat masala, salt, and oil.
  2. Marinate:

    • Add paneer cubes, onion, and capsicum into the marinade.
    • Coat well and let it rest for at least 30–60 minutes in the fridge.
  3. Skewer:

    • Thread the marinated paneer, onion, and capsicum onto skewers (alternating for good presentation).
  4. Preheat the Air Fryer:

    • Preheat to 180°C (350°F) for 3–5 minutes.
  5. Air Fry:

    • Place skewers or paneer pieces into the air fryer basket.
    • Cook at 180°C for 10–12 minutes.
    • Shake or turn the skewers halfway through for even cooking.
  6. Optional:

    • Brush with melted butter or ghee for extra flavor.

🍽️ Serve With:

  • Green chutney
  • Lemon wedges
  • Sliced onions


Chicken Lollipop recipe made in Air fryer

 

Here's a tasty Chicken Lollipop recipe made in an air fryer—crispy outside, juicy inside, and healthier than deep frying!


🌶️ Air Fryer Chicken Lollipop Recipe

📝 Ingredients (for 10 pieces):

  • 10 chicken lollipops (drumettes with bone exposed)
  • 2 tbsp corn flour
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (maida)
  • 1 tbsp rice flour (for extra crispiness, optional)
  • 1 egg (optional for coating)
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala or chicken masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp curd or yogurt (optional for marination)
  • 1 tbsp oil (for brushing or spraying)

🥣 Marination (30–60 mins):

  1. In a bowl, mix:
    • Ginger-garlic paste
    • Chili powder, turmeric, garam masala
    • Lemon juice, curd, and salt
  2. Add chicken lollipops and coat well.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

🧂 Coating:

  1. In another bowl, mix corn flour, maida, rice flour, and a pinch of salt.
  2. (Optional) Beat an egg in a separate bowl.
  3. Dip each marinated lollipop in egg (if using), then coat with flour mixture. Shake off excess.

🍳 Air Frying:

  1. Preheat air fryer to 200°C (390°F) for 3-5 mins.
  2. Place chicken lollipops in the basket (do not overcrowd).
  3. Spray or brush a little oil on top.
  4. Air fry at 200°C for 10 minutes.
  5. Flip and air fry for another 6–8 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Check doneness (internal temp should be around 75°C or juices run clear).

🥗 Serving Suggestions:

  • Serve hot with schezwan sauce, mayo, or mint chutney.
  • Garnish with onion rings and lemon wedges.


Minivegsamosa Recipe for the Air fryer

 

Here's a Mini Veg Samosa Recipe for the Air Fryer – crispy, healthy, and delicious!


🥟 Mini Veg Samosa in Air Fryer

Ingredients:

For the filling:

  • 2 medium potatoes (boiled & mashed)
  • ½ cup green peas (boiled)
  • 1 small carrot (grated or finely chopped)
  • 1 green chili (finely chopped)
  • 1 tsp ginger paste
  • ½ tsp cumin seeds
  • ½ tsp garam masala
  • ½ tsp amchur (dry mango powder)
  • ¼ tsp turmeric
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp oil
  • Fresh coriander (chopped)

For the wrapper:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (maida)
  • 1 tbsp oil or ghee
  • Salt to taste
  • Water (to knead dough)

Optional shortcut: Use readymade samosa pattis or spring roll sheets cut in half.


Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

  • Mix flour, salt, and oil. Rub well until crumbly.
  • Add water slowly and knead into a stiff dough.
  • Cover with a damp cloth and rest for 20 minutes.

2. Make the Filling:

  • Heat 1 tsp oil in a pan.
  • Add cumin seeds, ginger paste, and green chili.
  • Add carrots, sauté for 2 minutes.
  • Add mashed potatoes and peas.
  • Mix in turmeric, garam masala, amchur, and salt.
  • Cook for 3–4 mins. Add coriander. Cool completely.

3. Assemble Mini Samosas:

  • Roll small dough balls into oval/round sheets.
  • Cut each in half. Shape into cones by sealing edges.
  • Fill with 1 tsp of filling. Seal the edges with water.

4. Air Fry:

  • Preheat air fryer to 180°C (350°F) for 5 minutes.
  • Brush samosas lightly with oil or ghee.
  • Place in air fryer basket (don’t overcrowd).
  • Air fry at 180°C for 10–12 minutes or until golden, turning once halfway.

Tips:

  • For extra crispiness, air fry for 2 extra minutes at 200°C.
  • You can add paneer or corn for variations.
  • Serve with green chutney or tamarind chutney.


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