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If you love mushrooms then you must try this recipe. Matar mushroom is the most basic curry that is prepared in Indian Cuisine. If you want to taste the awesomeness of this dish, prepare it at home with white button mushrooms and an amalgamation of spices along with green peas. It is a sufficient lunch and dinner recipe. Matar mushroom masala can be easily prepared for a scrumptious meal. It can also be made for special occasions like birthday, anniversary, game night and kitty party. Make it at home and enjoy it with your friends and family.

Ingredients of Matar Mushroom Masala

• 200 gm mushroom
• 3 medium tomato
• 1 green chilli
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 2/3 teaspoon garlic paste
• 3 tablespoon refined oil

• 2/3 cup frozen peas
• 1 medium onion
• 1/2 teaspoon red chilli powder
• 2/3 teaspoon ginger paste
• water as required
• salt as required

How to make Matar Mushroom Masala

Step 1 Saute onions and spicesHeat oil in a pan or kadhai and add the finely chopped onions and saute till translucent. Add ginger-garlic paste and saute till the raw smell disappears. Then, add the chopped tomatoes and green chillies. Stir well and add turmeric, red chilli, and coriander powder.Stir well and saute till oil separates from onion-tomato masala mixture.

Step 2 Add mushrooms and peas, and cook well

Add the chopped mushrooms and peas. Stir well and saute for 2 to 3 mins. Then, add water and salt as required. Mushrooms will leave water so add accordingly. In case there is too much water even after the peas or mushrooms are cooked, then reduce the water by simmering the matar mushroom curry without a lid for some more minutes till you get the desired consistency. Cover the pan and cook till the peas are softened. Then, sprinkle garam masala powder. Mix well and serve matar mushroom masala hot with roti or paratha.

Yearning for a quick meal, which is not just satiating but has a perfect mix of taste and health, then we have got you covered! This simple yet exotic recipe is perfect for every palate. Perfectly roasted veggies with a mélange of spices and herbs, can not only boost your nutritional quotient, but at the same time take your indulgence to a different level.

Ingredients of Roasted Vegetables

• 2 yellow bell pepper
• 2 zucchini
• 2 medium tomato
• 5 sprigs rosemary leaves
• 1 teaspoon mixed herbs
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• salt as required

• 1 red bell pepper
• 2 capsicum (green pepper)
• 2 potato
• 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 onion

How to make Roasted Vegetables

Step 1 Wash and cut the veggiesWash the veggies, drain the excess water and pat dry them. Next, on a chopping board cut the veggies assemble on a baking tray.

Step 2 Preparing spiced coatingIn the meantime, preheat the oven for sometime. Next, take a bowl and add in olive oil, paprika, salt, mixed herbs, black pepper, lemon juice, whisk it all together and pour over the veggies, coat the veggies nicely in the dressing.

Step 3 Roast the veggies in an ovenPlace the fresh rosemary leaves for more flavour and allow the veggies to bake and roast veggies for 10-15 minutes. Take them out and enjoy!

Tips

Serve hot with mashed potatoes or meat/fish serving and enjoy!

Goan Idli, also called ‘Sana’ are soft rice cakes made from rice, urad dal and coconut milk. Goan Idlis are very similar to the usual idlis and are best paired with sambhar and chicken curries. These idlis are widely consumed in Goa and some parts of Mangalore as well. These soft idlis will just melt in your mouth due to their soft and different texture. The batter which is prepared for these Goan Idlis is fermented first with the help of yeast, which differentiates them from usual idlis. The batter is mixed with coconut milk which gives it the much-needed softness. If you love South Indian cuisine, then you need to try this unique idli recipe. You can prepare these idlis for breakfast, lunch or even dinner. We have used Basmati rice to prepare the batter but you can use any rice of your choice. If you plan to lay out a Goan spread in one of your parties then this delicious dish must be included in the menu for sure. Do try this recipe, rate it and let us know how it turned out to be. 

Ingredients of Goan Idli

• 2 cup parboiled basmati rice
• 3 teaspoon sugar
• salt as required
• water as required

• 3/4 cup urad dal
• 1 teaspoon dry yeast
• 3/4 cup coconut milk

How to make Goan Idli

Step 1 Soak and grind rice and dalIn two separate bowls, soak rice and urad dal for 4-5 hours. Drain both the rice and dal. In a grinder or blender, add some water and grind the rice to make a batter that is smooth. The batter should not be runny and have a thick consistency. Grind the dal separately.

Step 2 Mix the ingredientsPour the rice batter and dal batter in a large bowl along with coconut milk and whisk to make a smooth batter. Add salt, 2 teaspoons sugar, mix and keep the batter aside. In a small bowl, mix yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar and 1/4 cup warm water and keep aside.

Step 3 Add yeast to batterLeave the yeast mixture to rest for at least 10 minutes and then add it to the batter. After you mix yeast with the batter, cover the large bowl and keep aside to ferment for 2-3 hours.

Step 4 Steam the idlisGrease the idli moulds, pour the batter in required quantities and steam the idlis for about 20 minutes. After the idlis are steamed, remove them from the moulds and serve hot.

Tips

1. To make the idlis spongier, whisk the batter for at least 6-8 minutes before steaming the idlis.

If you are fond of baking cakes at home, then add this Coconut Suji Cake to your list. With its chewy texture and classic flavours, Coconut Suji Cake will leave you craving for more. For all the coconut lovers out there, this cake is a must-try. To prepare this recipe, you just need a handful of ingredients. The combination of suji cooked in milk and combined with sugar and cocoa powder is indeed heavenly. A final garnish of desiccated coconut on the tops acts as a cherry on the cake. We have used plain milk here but if you want to enhance the coconut flavours even further, then use coconut milk. Ingredients like almonds, cashews, raisins, walnuts, dried tutti-frutti, choco chips etc can also be mixed with the batter to add more flavours to the coconut cake. You can use jaggery powder or any other sweetener of your choice instead of white sugar to make the cake healthier. You can bake this coconut cake for parties, birthdays, anniversaries, get-togethers etc and everyone will love it for sure. Do try this recipe, rate it and let us know how it turned out to be.

Ingredients of Coconut Suji Cake

• 1 cup semolina
• 1 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 6 tablespoon desiccated coconut
• whipped cream as required

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 Pinch salt

How to make Coconut Suji Cake

Step 1 Mix the dry ingredientsIn a mixer, grind suji for 1 minute until you achieve a fine suji flour. Take it out in a bowl and add cocoa powder and salt.

Step 2 Mix milk with other ingredientsIn a vessel, add milk, butter, sugar (keep 2 tbsp aside for later) and vanilla essence and keep on low flame until sugar is dissolved completely. Do not boil the mixture.

Step 3 Make a batterAdd this warm mixture to the dry ingredients slowly and keep mixing until well combined. Cover and let the batter rest for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, pre-heat the oven at 180 degrees Celcius for 15 minutes. Grease and dust flour on your baking tin. Once rested, add the baking powder and baking soda to the cake batter and mix well, do not whip or over mix the batter.

Step 4 Bake the cakePour this cake batter into a baking tin and bake at 180 degrees Celcius for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Step 5 Roast the desiccated coconutIn a pan, roast the desiccated coconut on low flame until it turns golden in colour. Remove onto a plate and let it cool down a bit. Mix it with 2 tbsp powdered sugar.

Step 6 Garnish and serveSpread some whipped cream on the baked cake and garnish it with coconut mixture. Make sure the entire surface and sides are lightly coated with coconut flakes. Once done, cut into pieces and serve.

Tips

1. You can use coconut milk instead of plain milk for that extra coconut punch.
2. Add nuts of your choice to make the cake tastier.

Christmas is around the corner and it is the perfect time to get baking in order to celebrate the most popular winter festival. Christmas is widely associated with baked food items, especially cakes. Date and Walnut cake is the most popular variant that most people prefer baking as it is not only super easy but also super delicious. We have used only walnuts in the recipe but if you like, you can add cashews, almonds, raisins, candied fruits etc. If you love baking at home, then you need to bookmark this recipe. Most cakes available in the market have egg as an ingredient which might not suit people who are vegetarians or those having egg allergies. We have the perfect solution for you guys. This eggless Christmas Cake will be equally fluffy and tasty as any other egg cake. Be it kids or adults, everyone will love this Khajoor Cake for sure. You can easily store the baked cake in an airtight jar and it will easily last a week. Do try this recipe, rate it and let us know how it turned out to be.

Ingredients of Eggless Christmas Cake

1 cup pitted dates

2 cup whole wheat flour

1/4 cup yoghurt (curd)

1 teaspoon baking powder

2 tablespoon powdered sugar

1/2 cup walnuts

1 1/2 cup lukewarm milk

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

How to make Eggless Christmas Cake

Step 1 Blend the datesAdd dates to a bowl. Add 1 cup warm milk and let them soak for 15 minutes. Add dates along with milk to a blender. Blend to form a thick paste.

Step 2 Mix the ingredientsAdd the date paste to a large bowl. Add oil, curd and use an electric whisker to mix the ingredients together. Keep whisking until you get a smooth mixture.

Step 3 Sift the dry ingredientsNow keep a sieve in the bowl and add wheat flour. Also, add baking powder and baking soda. Sift the dry ingredients into the bowl. Now use the cut and fold method to mix them well with the rest of the ingredients. Add 1/2 cup warm milk and again mix well to get a smooth batter.

Step 4 Add dates and walnutsNow add 6-8 chopped dates and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts to the batter. Give a final mix.

Step 5 Bake the cakePour the batter into a rectangular tin lined with parchment paper or greased properly with oil. Bake the cake for 45 minutes at 180 degrees Celcius.

Step 6 Ready to be servedOnce baked, take it out from the oven, let it cool down properly. Cut the cake into pieces and serve.

Tips

1. You can add some candied fruits and more nuts for added flavour.

Winter season brings one of the happiest festivals of the year, that is Christmas. Right from decorating Christmas trees and exchanging gifts to baking cakes and hosting parties, Christmas brings happy vibe to the gloomy winter season. If you are someone who loves baking homemade goodies during Christmas, then this super easy recipe is perfect for you. Snowball Cookies are the specialty of Goa during Xmas. These cookies are prepared using just 4-5 ingredients and will be ready in less than 30 minutes. Be it kids or adults, everyone will love these Snowball Cookies for sure. These Snowball Cookies are not only flavourful but also beautiful to look at because of their snowy-white appearance. Once baked, Snowball Cookies are coated with powdered sugar, which makes them look snow-clad. If you are hosting a Christmas party at home, then don’t forget to include this special cookie on your menu. Do try this recipe, rate it and let us know how it turned out to be.

Ingredients of Snowball Cookies

1 cup refined flour

1 tablespoon corn flour

1/4 cup powdered sugar

1/2 cup butter

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

How to make Snowball Cookies

Step 1 Mix the ingredientsAdd butter and sugar to a bowl. Mix it well until a creamy mixture is formed. Now add flour, cornflour, baking powder and salt to the butter-sugar mixture. Keep folding it until well combined.

Step 2 Refrigerate itOnce a soft dough is formed, cover it and keep it in the fridge for 20 minutes.

Step 3 Make small ballsNow pinch out small balls from the dough, roll them between your hands to form a smooth ball and place it on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Step 4 Bake, garnish and serveBake the cookies for 15-20 minutes at 170 degrees Celsius. Once baked, garnish them with powdered sugar or icing of your choice.

Tips

1. You can mix powdered coconut and sugar and coat the cookies in the mixture.
2. Add nuts or dried fruits of your choice to add to the taste.