Couscous is a traditional middle eastern grain made from semolina. Couscous doesn’t have its own flavor however it goes very well as a base for vegetables, chicken and, meat dishes. The grain is also used in salad recipes along with herbs like coriander, basil, parsley and mint. One can eat this as a side with chicken or vegetable stew. I have given a little twist to the recipe by adding some spices to make it a little tangy and tasteful. This recipe is a vegetarian recipe and you can use your favorite vegetables as well. The dish is very nutritious and can be prepared in short time.
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Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken tikka masala is one of the most popular non-veg dish. You can find this yummy dish in every Indian restaurant. Grilled chicken cooked in thick creamy gravy and a combination of spices makes it very delicious. Chicken tikka masala goes very well with jeera rice, parata or garlic naan.
Fruity Kala Khatta (Chuski)
Kala Khatta is a tangy sweet syrup which is poured on the crushed ice to make a dish called Gola. It’s like a ice candy and enjoyed by licking it. It is also called Chuski. Kala khatta is made from Indian blackberry (Jamun) which is generally available in frozen form in Indian grocery stores. You can also use fresh Jamun if available. You can also make it more flavorful by adding additional fruits to it like watermelon and raw mango. This would give a refreshing feel to your taste buds. Beat the heat this summer while indulging in this tangy refreshing taste.
Avocado Hummus
Hummus is a Middle Eastern side dish. There are variety of Hummus recipes. Avocado Hummus is one of them which has Avocado creamy texture without tahini sauce. Adding all spices and Garbanzo beans (chick peas) gives a awesome taste to hummus. Avocado hummus is a nice dip or sauces for many recipes and is a healthy and easy to make side dish.
Chana Poori Masala Paani
Pani poori is a most popular mouthwatering street food.This recipe is a slight variation from the normal pani poori. The poori is made using chana for this recipe (see the Chana poori recipe) and have tried two varieties of pani one regular and other one with beetroot. The taste of this pani poori is different than regular however it’s awesome. If you like a little different taste in your pani poori, just try this out.
Quinoa & Oats Uttapam
Uttapam is a popular south Indian breakfast dish. Traditionally uttapam is made from rice and urad daal. This recipe is a derived version of the uttapam recipe however uses quinoa and oats. Instant quinoa & oats uttapam with pineapple salsa is a quite easy and healthy breakfast dish and tastes awesome. Pineapple salsa gives a unique taste to quinoa & oats uttapam.
Tilapia Fish Manchurian Dry
Manchurian’s are a very popular Indo Chinese starter and a personal favorite for most people. Tilapia fish Manchurian is a manchurian recipe similar to gobhi Manchurian or chicken Manchurian. In this recipe, the fish is crispy from the outside and soft and juicy inside. Prepared in tangy, flavorful sauces, this manchurian proves to be soothing to your taste buds. Fish lovers, I am sure you would also love it.
Banana Oats Kabab(Tikki)
Banana Oats kabab is a pleasant tea time snack as well as an after school snack for kids. These tasty kababs are not deep fried, rather shallow fried; and are made with raw bananas, oats, carrots and spices. You can eat them as is or can make tikki chaat with them. See my other recipe for making tikki chaat.