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Pav Bhaji. Pav bhaji (Marathi: पाव भाजी) is a Maharashtrian fast food dish that originated in Mumbai cuisine.

Pav Bhaji

The pav-bhaji is a spicy preparation with a mixture of vegetables, either whole or mashed, a generous dose of fresh tomatoes, a dollop of butter, optional toppings of cheese and dry-fruits and fresh fruits, consumed with warm bread gently or crispy fried in butter - an all-time, anytime favourite with Mumbaikars. It is native to Mumbai and has now become popular in most metropolitan areas in India, especially in those of central and western Indian states[1] such as Gujarat and Karnataka.[2] Pav means bread. Bhaji in Marathi means vegetable dish. Pav bhaji consists of bhaji (a thick potato-based curry) garnished with coriander, chopped onion, and a dash of lemon and lightly toasted pav. The pav is usually buttered on all sides. History[edit] The origin of this dish is traced to textile mill workers in Mumbai[3] in the 1850s.[4] Preparation[edit] Pav Bhaji being prepared on an iron tava.

BOMBAY PAVBHAJI - Recipes by Master Chef Sanjeev Kapoor. PAv Bhaji Chaat Recipe. Paneer. Paneer (Punjabi: ਪਨੀਰ; Hindi and Nepali पनीर panīr; Armenian: Պանիր panir; Urdu: پنير; Kurdish: پەنییر penîr; Persian: پنير‎ panir; Turkish peynir;) is a fresh cheese common in South Asian cuisine.

Paneer

In northern parts of the Indian Subcontinent, it is generally called Chhena. It is an unaged, acid-set, non-melting farmer cheese or curd cheese made by curdling heated milk with lemon juice, vinegar, or any other food acids. Preparation[edit] To prepare paneer, food acid (usually lemon juice, vinegar, citric acid or yogurt) is added to hot milk to separate the curds from the whey. The curds are drained in muslin or cheesecloth and the excess water is pressed out. From this point, the preparation of paneer diverges based on its use and regional variation. In most Nepalese cuisines, the curds are wrapped in cloth and placed under a heavy weight, such as a stone slab, for 2–3 hours, and then cut into cubes for use in curries. Dishes[edit] Some paneer dishes include: Fast food[edit] References[edit]

Paneer Tikka Recipe - How To Make Paneer Tikka - How To Prepare Paneer Tikka Recipe. Indian pickle. Achaar, also known as South Asian pickles or Indian pickles, are made from certain individual varieties of vegetables and fruits that are chopped into small pieces and cooked in edible oils like sesame oil or brine with many different Indian spices like asafoetida, red chili powder, turmeric, fenugreek, and plenty of salt.

Indian pickle

Some regions also specialize in pickling meats and fish. Vegetables can also be combined in pickles to make mixed vegetable pickle. Some varieties of fruits and vegetables are small enough to be used whole. Ingredients[edit] Indian mixed pickle, containing lotus root, lemon, carrot, green mango, green chilis, and other ingredients. CENTURIES OLD TRADITIONAL PUNJABI MANGO PICKLE RECIPE WITH PICTORIAL. I always thought that pickle making was a science beyond me, very complicated, time-consuming and one had to have some special skills, but really it is not so!

CENTURIES OLD TRADITIONAL PUNJABI MANGO PICKLE RECIPE WITH PICTORIAL

It is incredibly simple and fuss-free as you will see in the below pictorial, hope this inspires you to make a jar of your own, to enjoy with paranthas, puris, mathris or simply on it's own.This is my ma-in-law's recipe which has been followed for centuries in the family and year after year jars and jars of pickle are lovingly preserved and probably even gifted to some special family members.This pickle keeps almost indefinitely and has that special flavor of the punjabi household.. Try and use the special "Ramkela" variety of mango, if possible, refer to the below pictures for what the mango looks like. For this pickle you require- Cut mango into pieces as shown above.

Heat Mustard oil to smoking point, switch off flame and let cool. Measure out salt, turmeric and chilli powder separately Tip in all the spices.