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Thursday, 7 March 2013
SHAHI GOBI IN A SIMPLE WAY/ INDIAN CAULIFLOWER CURRY
Monday, 4 March 2013
“Indian Meat Pastry Roll Recipe | Crispy, Spicy & Delicious Minced Meat Snack”
🥟 Indian Meat Pastry Roll Recipe | Crispy & Spicy Minced Meat Snack
Indian Meat Pastry Roll is a popular snack across India, especially in bakeries and tea stalls. These rolls are made by stuffing spiced minced meat into a flaky pastry sheet, then baking or deep-frying until golden and crisp.
Perfect for evening snacks, tea-time treats, or party appetizers, these rolls are packed with flavor and protein. With this easy recipe, you can recreate bakery-style meat pastry rolls right in your kitchen!
🥟 Ingredients
For the Filling:
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250g minced meat (chicken, mutton, or beef)
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1-inch ginger, grated
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1–2 green chilies, finely chopped
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1 tsp garam masala
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½ tsp turmeric powder
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½ tsp red chili powder
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1 tsp coriander powder
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2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, chopped
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Salt to taste
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1–2 tbsp oil
For the Pastry:
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1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought) or homemade pastry dough
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash, optional)
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Oil for brushing (if baking)
📝 Instructions
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Heat oil in a pan. Sauté onion, garlic, ginger, and green chilies until golden.
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Add minced meat, turmeric, chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook until meat is fully cooked and moisture evaporates. Stir in fresh coriander leaves. Let it cool.
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Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F) if baking.
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Roll out the pastry sheet and cut into rectangles (around 4x6 inches).
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Place a spoonful of meat filling on one end and roll tightly. Seal the edges using a little water or egg wash.
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Brush the rolls with egg wash for a golden finish.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes or until pastry is golden and crisp. Alternatively, deep-fry in hot oil until golden brown.
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Serve hot with ketchup, green chutney, or tomato sauce.
🍴 Serving Suggestions
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Perfect as a snack with tea or coffee.
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Serve as party appetizers or picnic treats.
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Pair with chutneys or dipping sauces for extra flavor.
🔖 Hashtags
#IndianMeatPastry #MeatRolls #TeaTimeSnacks #PartyAppetizers #MincedMeatRecipe #SnackRecipe #BakeryStyleSnacks
LEBANESE MEAT PASTRY ROLLS- LAHEM BI AJEEN
INGREDIENTS
FOR DOUGH
MAIDA / ALLPURPOSE / PLAIN FLOUR- 3 CUPS
EGG- 1
SALT- 1 TABLESPOON
WATER- 3/4 CUP
OIL- 4 CUPS
FOR MEAT
MINCED MEAT- 1/2 KG
ONIONS- 3; FINELY CHOPPED
SALT- 1 TABLESPOON
LEBANESE GROUND SPICES- 1 PINCH
SHORTENING OR BUTTER - 2 TABLESPOONS
FRIED PINE NUTS- 2 TABLESPOONS
GROUND SUMAC- 1 TABLESPOON
POMEGRANATE THICK JUICE - 1 TABLESPOON (OPTIONAL)
PREPARATION
DOUGH
MIX FLOUR, EGG, SALT AND WATER
KNEAD WELL INTO A SMOOTH FIRM DOUGH
PUT VEGETABLE OIL IN A DEEP TRAY
DIVIDE DOUGH INTO SMALL BALLS
PUT THEM IN TRAY AND COVER THEM WELL WITH OIL
COVER WITH A WET CLOTH
KEEP ASIDE FOR 4 HOURS
FOR MEAT MASALA
FRY ONION IN SHORTENING OR BUTTER UNTIL GOLDEN
ADD MINCED MEAT , SPICE, SALT
FRY FOR 15 MINUTES IN MEDIUM FLAME
ADD FRIED PINE NUTS, SUMAC AND POMEGRANATE JUICE
STIR WELL
BAKING
PREHEAT OVEN TO 200 DEGREES CELSIUS FOR HALF AN HOUR
OIL THE TRAY
PUT 1 DOUGH BALL
SPREAD IT USING FINGER TIP TO FORM A VERY THIN RECTANGLE
FOLD TO FORM HALF A RECTANGLE
NOW FOLD FROM RIGHT TO LEFT
PLACE 1 TABLESPOON OF MEAT FILLING ACROSS 1 SIDE OF THE SQUARE
FOLD THE OTHER SIDE TO COVER FILLING
PRESS TO CLOSE
ARRANGE IN OVEN TRAY
BAKE AT 200 DEGREE C FOR 30 MINUTES
Homemade Lebanese Seven-Spice (Baharat) Mix Recipe | Authentic Middle Eastern Blend
Homemade Lebanese Seven-Spice (Baharat) Mix
✨ Add authentic Middle Eastern flavor to your cooking with Homemade Lebanese Seven-Spice (Baharat). This fragrant spice mix combines sweet, warm, and earthy spices that elevate meat, chicken, fish, and roasted vegetables.
🥄 Ingredients
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Black pepper – 1 tsp
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Allspice – 1 tsp
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Cinnamon – 1 tsp
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Cloves – ½ tsp
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Nutmeg – ½ tsp
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Coriander seeds – 1 tsp
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Paprika – 1 tsp (sweet or smoked)
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Optional: Cardamom – ¼ tsp
🍳 Preparation Method
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Toast Whole Spices
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If using whole coriander seeds, cloves, allspice, and black pepper, dry roast in a pan for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
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Grind the Spices
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Let roasted spices cool slightly.
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Grind all spices, including cinnamon, nutmeg, and paprika, into a fine powder using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.
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Store the Mix
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Transfer the spice mix to an airtight container.
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Store in a cool, dry place for up to 3–4 months.
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🌟 Usage Tips
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Sprinkle over grilled or roasted meats.
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Add to stews, soups, or rice dishes.
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Mix with olive oil as a marinade for chicken or lamb.
Hashtags / Labels
#LebaneseSpices #BaharatMix #SevenSpiceMix #MiddleEasternRecipes #HomemadeSpices #FlavorfulCooking #SpiceBlend #DIYSpiceMix #AuthenticBaharat
GUAVA JUICE / SHARAB AL GUAVA
INGREDIENTS
GUAVA- 1/2 KG
SUGAR - 1/4 CUP
WATER - 3/4 CUP
PREPARATION
PEEL SKIN FROM FRUIT
GRIND ALL THE INGREDIENTS IN A BLENDER
SERVE CHILLED
SHARAB AL JALLAB / RAISIN DRINK
INGREDIENTS
RAISINS- SEEDLESS- 1/2 KG
SUGAR - 1 CUP
LEMON- 2; PEELED AND SLICED
LEMON JUICE - 1/4 CUP
WATER -10 CUPS
PREPARATION
GRIND RAISINS
ADD LEMON JUICE, LEMON SLICES, SUGAR AND WATER
HEAT IT FOR 20 MINUTES IN MODERATE FLAME
COOL IT
POUR IT IN A JAR
REFRIGERATE
STIR TWICE A DAY FOR 3 DAYS
STRAIN IT
GARNISH WITH PINE NUTS AND PISTAS
NEYCHOR / GHEE RICE
NEYCHOR / GHEE RICE
INGREDIENTS
BASMATI RICE – 2 CUPS.
WATER-3 1/2 CUPS
PEPPER –6 NOS.
CARDAMOM –3 NOS.
CINNAMON STICKS – 3 NOS.
CLOVES- 6 NOS.
BAY LEAVES –4 NOS.
SALT - AS REQUIRED.
LEMON JUICE – 1 FULL
ONION - 1 ;SLICED
CARROT-1 OPTIONAL.
GREEN PEAS – 1 HANDFUL OPTIONAL.
GHEE- 1/2 CUP
RAISINS- 1 TABLESPOON
CASHEW NUTS-
CORIANDER LEAVES- CHOPPED; TO GARNISH
PREPARATION
TAKE 2 CUPS OF RICE AND PUT IN WATER FOR AT LEAST 1 HOUR.
DRAIN IT
TAKE WATER IN A POT AND BOIL IT
MEAN WHILE TAKE GHEE IN A HOT PAN
ADD ONIONS FRY TILL IT TURNS BROWN
KEEP ASIDE
ADD THE RAISINS AND CASHEW NUT
FRY FOR 1 MINUTE
KEEP ASIDE
THEN ADD THE SPICES, CARROT AND GREEN PEAS.
FRY FOR 1 MINUTE
GARNISH WITH CORIANDER LEAVES, FRIED ONION , RAISINS AND NUTS
CHICKEN VARATTIYATHU/ SPICY CHICKEN FRY
KEEP ASIDE
FRY SLICED ONION FOR 3-4 MINUTES
YOU CAN PUT PLENTY OF CURRY LEAVES FOR TASTE
GARNISH WITH CORIANDER LEAVES