Mangoes’ existence is not from modern times but right from ancient times, they are present as mango leaves were used even during the Vedic period. So, for thousands of years, our ancestors were literally using every part of the mango tree. The bark, stems, fruits, and flowers are used for different purposes and even have […]
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Nolen Gur is available only during the winter season and has a very distinct and sweet flavor. Like sweetening agents are classified as sugar and jaggery which are processed from sugarcane, Khejur Gur is classified as Nolen Gur and Jiren. INGREDIENTS:1. BREAD2. OIL/ DESI GHEE FOR FRYING3. MILK4. NOLEN/PATALI GUR5. DRY FRUITS PROCEDURE: 1. Cut
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Gul means “Flower” and Kand means ” Sweetness”.The Sun- Cooking of Rose petals with Mishri creates the most delicious delicacy called Gulkand. Gulkand was first curated by Persians using Damask Roses which has a very strong Rose aroma and which bloomed only twice a year. Because of this, it remained a unique delicacy. Nowadays, many
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During ancient times, honey was the only sweetening agent. Later came sugarcane. This was mostly consumed whenever anyone wanted to make sweets at their home But, people in the Eastern part of India consume another variety called “Date Palm Jaggery” or “Khejur Gur”. Nolen Gur is a unique product that is furthermore unique to Bengal. Nolen
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INGREDIENTS:1. 1.5 CUPS OF DESICCATED COCONUT2. 3/4TH CUP OF ALMOND MILK3. MISHRI 1 CUP4. 2TBSP OF DESI COW GHEE5. 3TBSP OF DESICCATED COCONUT POWDER FOR TOPPING PROCEDURE:1. Heat desi cow ghee in a deep pan and roast the dry coconut till golden color.2. Add freshly made warm almond milk and stir well.3. Mix it continuously
Appalu is an all exclusive Andhra delicacy. It is mostly offered as an offering to Lord hanuman. Appalu can be made even by those who don’t know cooking but want to relish sweets. It is a very simple recipe with only 4 major ingredients. Appalu are crispy from outside and soft from inside. Ingredients: Rice
At the corner table of a coffee shop, were sitting Shreya and her daadu. Shreya must have been 10 years old. Daadu ordered his favourite dessert in his favourite coffee shop. Can you guess what it could be? Cinnamon roll…Ooo..the arrival of the cinnamon roll brought a big smile on daadu’s face.” Shreya, try this,
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(It tastes best when made with Alphonso mangoes) Peel 1 mango and chop in small chunks for garnishing. Take 2 peeled and roughly chopped mangoes in a pan, add 1-2 spoon of sugar and cook on medium heat for 2-3 minutes to remove extra moisture. Let it cool and blend to a smooth pulp. Then
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Ingredients: Organic mangoes, mustard seeds, turmeric powder, chilli powder, saindhava namak, hing. Propotion: 5 cups of cut mangoes which are extremely sour1 cup oil of saindhava namak or Himalayan pink salt,1 cup of chilli powder,1 cup of mustard seeds powder Procedure: 1. Add cut pieces in a dry bowl2. Add chilli powder,mustard seeds powder and
Ingredients: 1 cup of any millet’ 3/4th cup urad dal For garnishing – carrots, coriander, and mint leaves. Procedure: Soak millets and urad dal for 6 hours and grind with little water and salt to it. Use banana leaves small piece while pouring the batter to idli plate to get that rustic flavor. Steam idlis