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4Nov
Narkeler Naru Recipe

With Lakshmi Puja around the corner, let’s prepare the quintessential Bengali sweet offered to Goddess Laxmi on this auspicious day. Here is a step by step recipe of Narkeler Naru, which you can make at home in just a few minutes.

Narkel Naru also known as Narkeler Naru is classic Bengali sweet prepared in almost every household around traditional festivals and special occasion. Offered as prasad to the deity, this small sweet coconut delight is made with sugar as well as jaggery. In this recipe we are making Narkeler Naru with sugar, which is traditionally called as Chinir Narkel Naru. To make this simple recipe, you just need a few ingredients and you are good to go!

How to make Narkeler Naru

  • Step 1 Mix and knead

    To begin with this simple recipe, take a large tray and add grated coconut, sugar, milk and cardamom powder, knead the mixture nicely. If you don’t want to follow the traditional way of making it you can also blend it together.

  • Step 2 Cook the mixture

    Take a pan and add the kneaded mixture, keep stirring till the mixture appears cooked. Once the coconut mixture starts releasing oils. turn off the flame.

  • Step 3 Store the Naru

    Grease your palms and roll small bite sized Narus, place them on an open tray to dry up in the air. Once the Narus turn slightly thick, store them and enjoy anytime.
4Nov
Churma Laddoo Recipe

With festivals around the corner, this authentic laddoo recipe is prepared to celebrate special festivals. Churma Laddoo is a popular Rajasthani recipe, traditionally made from coarsely ground wheat flour along with sugar or jaggery. This dessert recipe has a slight variation from the traditional dish which uses regular wheat flour and semolina. This is an easy-to-make sweet dish that you can prepare for your family and friends on special occasions and festivals. Try this easy recipe and enjoy with your loved ones!

For Dough

How to make Churma Laddoo

  • Step 1 Mix wheat flour and semolina

    Take a large bowl and mix together wheat flour and semolina. Next, add 2 tablespoons of melted ghee in the flour and semolina mixture, and mix well.

  • Step 2 Knead the dough

    Now, add lukewarm water (2 to 3 tablespoons at a time) in the bowl and and knead into a stiff dough. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and roll them into oval shape. (Note: This shape ensures even cooking.)

  • Step 3 Heat ghee and fry the dough balls

    Then, put a kadhai on medium flame and heat the remaining ghee in it. When the ghee is melted and hot enough, lower the flame and carefully drop the dumplings in the kadhai in batches and deep fry them until golden brown in colour. When done, take them out in a paper towel and cool down completely.

  • Step 4 Crush the dumplings

    Let them cool down and when done, crush these fried dumplings in a mixer grinder into powder. Ensure that there are no lumps remaining. If needed, sift the powder through a medium hole sifter and transfer the powder in a large bowl.

  • Step 5 Mix the sugar and cardamom powder

    Now, Mix together powdered sugar along with cardamom powder, nutmeg powder, sliced almonds (equivalent to 1 tablespoon), raisins, granulated sugar, dry roasted coconut flakes and 2 tablespoons of poppy seeds in the sifted flour and combine well. Add the ghee used for deep frying to combine all the ingredients together and mix well.

  • Step 6 Make the ladoo

    Divide this fresh churma mixture into 15 equal portions. Roll out each portion into laddoos using moderate pressure of your palms. (In case, the mixture is dry, you can add additional tablespoon of ghee in the mixture.)

  • Step 7 Spread poppy seeds

    Spread remaining poppy seeds on a plate and roll out each laddoo on them ensuring that a bit of poppy seeds or khuskhus sticks to them.

  • Step 8 Laddoos are ready

    Arrange the laddoos on your serving platter and let them cool down completely. They are best after couple of hours and can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a week to ten days.
4Nov
Snowball Cookies Recipe
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

How to make Snowball Cookies

  • Step 1 Mix the ingredients

    Add 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 it

    Once a soft dough is formed, cover it and keep it in the fridge for 20 minutes.

  • Step 3 Make small balls

    Now 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 serve

    Bake the cookies for 15-20 minutes at 170 degrees Celsius. Once baked, garnish them with powdered sugar or icing of your choice.
4Nov
Kharbooja Kulfi Recipe

Summers are here and it’s time to delve into a delightful sweet treat and what can be better than a sweet and indulgent Kulfi made with the goodness of melon. This season brings with it a plethora of fruits and Kharbooja also known as Muskmelon is a wonderful sweet fruit, which can simply add on to the taste of the kulfi. Interestingly, Kulfi is a traditional Punjabi sweet, which is relished during this season so why not add a twist of melons to this age old recipe.

How to make Kharbooja Kulfi

  • Step 1 Wash and peel

    To begin with this simple recipe, wash, peel and cut small pieces of the melon. Next, take a blender and make a smooth paste of this fruit.

  • Step 2 Boil milk

    Take a deep bottomed vessel and add milk, boil over medium flame and stir occasionally. Once the milk starts reducing, lower the flame and add fresh cream and sugar to it along with some saffron. Once the milk turns thick in consistency, turn off the flame and allow it to cool down.

  • Step 3 Freeze to perfection and enjoy

    Next, add melon paste to the kulfi mixture and whisk it to make a velvety mixture. Next, pour this blend into the kulfi mold and freeze it for overnight or for 6-7 hours. Take it out 15 minutes before eating, demold and enjoy!
4Nov
Coconut Kheer Recipe

Looking for a delicious and creamy Kheer recipe? Then try this super easy coconut kheer recipe made with coconut chunks, nuts, dry fruits and milk. This creamy Kheer can make for a yummy treat to serve during festivals. This traditional delicacy hails from the coastal regions of India and the addition of coconut adds a southern touch to this easy Kheer recipe. This Kheer can be made in a healthy way by replacing sugar with stevia. With festivals around the corner, this Kheer recipe makes for a great prasad option, especially if you are fasting. So, try this sweet treat and share your family

How to make Coconut Kheer

  • Step 1 Toss the coconut chunks

    To begin with this simple Kheer recipe, take a pan and add ghee, add coconut chunks, flaked almonds, dry fruits and toss till they turn slightly brown. Transfer to a plate.

  • Step 2 Boil milk

    Take a vessel and add full cream milk, keep stirring this milk till it reduces to half. In the meantime, take a bowl and whisk coconut cream, condensed milk, cardamom powder and saffron strands.

  • Step 3 Add condensed milk and coconut mixture

    Once the milk is reduced to half, turn off the flame and add in the whisked condensed milk and cream mixture, using a whisker, mix all the ingredients and allow the kheer to sit for some time.

  • Step 4 Coconut Kheer is ready

    Next, turn on the flame and add nuts, coconut chunk mix, mix everything nicely. Cook for 5 minutes till it turns thick creamy and turn off the flame. Once the kheer attains room temperature, then refrigerate and serve chilled.
4Nov
Sticky Date Pudding Recipe

Sticky Date Pudding is a rich and delish dessert that you can make at home with just a handful of ingredients. If you have kids at home, then try this recipe as soon as possible and we are sure that they will love it for sure. From birthdays and anniversaries to parties and special occasions, this Sticky Date Pudding is the perfect dish to make and serve to your guests and loved ones.

The star ingredient of this recipe is Dates, as they help in giving the signature gooey texture to the pudding. It is best to use King Medjoul Dates in this recipe, however, you can use any other Date variety as well.

Dates make one of the healthiest and most nutritious snack options. They give a rich texture to any kind of dessert they are being used in. In this recipe, a special Caramel Sauce prepared using brown sugar, heavy cream, butter and vanilla extract elevates the flavours of the Date Pudding. If you love trying out new recipes at home, then bookmark this recipe right away. Do try this recipe, rate it and let us know how it turned out to be by leaving a comment in the section below. Happy Cooking!

For Garnishing

How to make Sticky Date Pudding

  • Step 1 Preheat the oven and preparing the baking tin

    Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease and line the base of a 7 cm deep, 22 cm (base) cake pan.

  • Step 2 Soak dates in boiling water

    Place dates and baking soda into a bowl. Pour them into 1.5 cups of boiling water and allow them to stand for 20 minutes.

  • Step 3 Beat the ingredients with a mixer

    Using an electric mixer, beat butter, sugar and vanilla extract until pale and creamy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.

  • Step 4 Mix all the ingredients

    Add this mixture into the soaked dates mixture along with flour. Using a large metal spoon, fold through the date mixture and flour until well combined.

  • Step 5 Ready to be baked

    Spoon the mixture into the prepared cake pan. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

  • Step 6 Caramel sauce preparation

    Combine all ingredients- brown sugar, butter, heavy cream and vanilla extract in a saucepan. Keep the heat medium and cook while stirring often, until the sauce comes to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 2 minutes.

  • Step 7 Do final plating and serve

    Pierce pudding all over with a skewer. Pour 1/2 cup of warm sauce over the warm pudding. Let it stand for 10 minutes. Cut the pudding into six equal pieces and pour the remaining sauce on them before serving. Enjoy!
4Nov
Sticky Date Pudding Recipe

Sticky Date Pudding is a rich and delish dessert that you can make at home with just a handful of ingredients. If you have kids at home, then try this recipe as soon as possible and we are sure that they will love it for sure. From birthdays and anniversaries to parties and special occasions, this Sticky Date Pudding is the perfect dish to make and serve to your guests and loved ones.

The star ingredient of this recipe is Dates, as they help in giving the signature gooey texture to the pudding. It is best to use King Medjoul Dates in this recipe, however, you can use any other Date variety as well.

Dates make one of the healthiest and most nutritious snack options. They give a rich texture to any kind of dessert they are being used in. In this recipe, a special Caramel Sauce prepared using brown sugar, heavy cream, butter and vanilla extract elevates the flavours of the Date Pudding. If you love trying out new recipes at home, then bookmark this recipe right away. Do try this recipe, rate it and let us know how it turned out to be by leaving a comment in the section below.

For Garnishing

How to make Sticky Date Pudding

  • Step 1 Preheat the oven and preparing the baking tin

    Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease and line the base of a 7 cm deep, 22 cm (base) cake pan.

  • Step 2 Soak dates in boiling water

    Place dates and baking soda into a bowl. Pour them into 1.5 cups of boiling water and allow them to stand for 20 minutes.

  • Step 3 Beat the ingredients with a mixer

    Using an electric mixer, beat butter, sugar and vanilla extract until pale and creamy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.

  • Step 4 Mix all the ingredients

    Add this mixture into the soaked dates mixture along with flour. Using a large metal spoon, fold through the date mixture and flour until well combined.

  • Step 5 Ready to be baked

    Spoon the mixture into the prepared cake pan. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

  • Step 6 Caramel sauce preparation

    Combine all ingredients- brown sugar, butter, heavy cream and vanilla extract in a saucepan. Keep the heat medium and cook while stirring often, until the sauce comes to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 2 minutes.

  • Step 7 Do final plating and serve

    Pierce pudding all over with a skewer. Pour 1/2 cup of warm sauce over the warm pudding. Let it stand for 10 minutes. Cut the pudding into six equal pieces and pour the remaining sauce on them before serving. Enjoy!
4Nov
Drunken Strawberry Sorbet Recipe

Drunken Strawberry Sorbet is a boozy dessert that is packed with a fresh taste of strawberries and a strong punch of wine. Sorbet is a no-cook recipe and can be prepared in no time. You just need to blend the ingredients, freeze them and then blend them again to make a sorbet. That’s how easy it is to make a sorbet. We have used white wine for the purpose, however, you can use any flavoured wine as per your taste. To sweeten the sorbet, we have used honey, but maple syrup, sugar and even stevia can be used as a sweetener. Orange complements the flavours of strawberries really well, so don’t forget to add oranges to the recipe. A final garnish of fresh mint leaves is like a cherry on the cake. You can make this dessert for parties and everyone will love it for sure. Do try this recipe, rate it and let us know how it turned out to be by leaving a comment in the section below.

How to make Drunken Strawberry Sorbet

  • Step 1 Reserve some wine

    Open the bottle of wine and take 2/3 cup into a measuring cup and set it aside for later.

  • Step 2 Chop the strawberries

    Remove the tops of the strawberries and cut them in half.

  • Step 3 Blend the ingredients

    To a blender, add the remaining wine, strawberries, orange pieces and honey. Blend until smooth and fully combined.

  • Step 4 Strain the mixture

    Then pour the mixture through a strainer into a baking dish.

  • Step 5 Freeze the mixture and then make sorbet

    Transfer the baking dish to the freezer and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight. (The alcohol in the mixture will keep it a slushy texture instead of freezing solid.) Blend the mixture again until it comes to a fluffy texture.

  • Step 6 Garnish and serve

    To serve, place the blended mixture into a glass. Then pour a splash of wine that we set aside earlier into each glass (this step is important as it gives the final texture and brings in the character of the wine). Garnish with strawberries, orange pieces, whipped cream and mint leaves. Your Sorbet is now ready to be served.
30Oct
Oats Payasam Recipe

Food plays an intrinsic part in any celebrations. As we celebrate Onam, how about making a fibre-rich payasam that’s delicious and nutritious. The choice is sugar is optional and can be replaced with jaggery or stevia. This Oats Payasam recipe is prepared by roasting oats and cooking them with skimmed milk with a pinch of cardamom powder. If you are also looking for a different Onam recipe this year, try this Oats Payasam and relish the flavours. (Recipe by Pearle Maaney, Quaker Oats)

How to make Oats Payasam

  • Step 1 Roast cashews

    Roast cashew nuts till golden in a little ghee and set them aside.

  • Step 2 Roast the oats

    To the same pan, add multigrain oats. Toast and roast them till they’re golden. Then pour milk and mix.

  • Step 3 Cook until thick

    Cook until it turns thick. Then add cardamom powder and sugar (optional). Mix until it dissolves.

  • Step 4 Oats Payasam is ready

    Pour a little ghee (optional) and stir. Transfer Oats Payasam in a serving bowl.

  • Step 5 Garnish and serve

    Garnish with Cashew Nuts. Serve hot or warm!