A Giant Bear Hug

June 29, 2008 · By Deepthi Shankar · Filed Under General · 9 Comments 

Its awards time again. Rekha from Rekha’s Kitchen has awarded my blog A GIANT BEAR HUG :) :)

Thanks sooo much Rekha for thinking of me passing this award to me. Iam Delighted :)

I woud like to pass on this award to:

Congratulations !!!

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Mango Lassi

June 28, 2008 · By Deepthi Shankar · Filed Under Beverages, Smoothie · 9 Comments 

Lassi is a traditional yogurt based drink,very similar to smoothie. Traditionally, Lassi is made using yogurt, salt or sugar & fresh cream. Mango Lassi is fairly a new invention. I got aware of Mango Lassi while in the US. It seems to be a popular drink in most Indian restaurants. When I tasted mango lassi for the first time, I simply loved it. I can have it every day :) It was introduced to me by my hubby’s manager. I can’t thank her enough for that:)
I wonder, why is it not so popular in India!
Anyways, will head to the recipe now

Preparation Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

  • 2 mangoes - any variety
  • 5 - 6 tsp sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups yogurt
  • A pinch of cardamom powder/elaichi
  • A pich of black pepper power
  • A pinch of salt
  • 2 - 3 ice cubes

Method:

  1. Peel the mangoes & cut into small cubes
  2. Blend together mango cubes, sugar & yogurt & a pinch of salt until smooth in a blender
  3. Adding a pinch of salt while blending brings out the sweetness :)
  4. Pour into tall glasses
  5. Garnish with cardamom & black pepper powder
  6. Add ice cubes

Tastes best when served chilled. Enjoi !!!!

NOTE: You can use canned mangoes to create a smoother & tastier drink

Iam sending this recipe to Meeta’s place for her event,

Monthly Mingle - Mango Mania

Thanks Meeta for hosting :)

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Veg HAKKA Noodles

June 27, 2008 · By Deepthi Shankar · Filed Under Chinese, Lunch/Dinner · 12 Comments 
HAKKA Noodles is delicious Ind0-Chinese Recipe. It can make a wholesome meal on its own.
HAKKA noodles are most commonly found in Indian Chinese cuisine, they are delicious. It’s a thin flat rice noodle The noodles are named after the Hakka people of China. They can be made with either chicken or vegetables (or a mix of both). HAKKA Noodles is a favourite among kids. With all the vegetables, it makes a healthy meal.
Here’s the Recipe:

Preparation Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

  1. Chow Noodles - 1 packet
  2. 2 onions - chopped lengthwise
  3. 2 carrots - chopped lengthwise
  4. 1 cup cabbage - shredded
  5. 2 capsicum - chopped lengthwise
  6. 1 cup spring onions - finely chopped
  7. 5 - 6 tbsp - soya sauce
  8. 2 tsp - vinegar
  9. 1 tsp black pepper powder
  10. 1 tsp chaat masala
  11. Salt as per taste
  12. 2 green chillies - slit lengthwise
  13. Ajinomoto - 1 tsp (optional)
  14. Oil

Method:

  • Take 5- 6 cups of water in a large vessel & boil it
  • When it starts boiling, put 1 tsp of oil & Put noodles in it & let it cook for 4-5 mins
  • When it is completely cooked, strain water & transfer noodles into a colander & run cold water over it.
  • Meanwhile, Take oil in a wok. Add the green chillies
  • Add onions & saute for 2 mins
  • Now add carrots, Cabbage & capsicum
  • Saute for another 5 - 6 mins. THE VEGETABLES NEED NOT GET COMPLETELY COOKED
  • Transfer the cooked noodles into the wok
  • Add soya sauce, vinegar, ajinomoto, chaat masala, Black pepper powder & salt
  • Add chopped spring onions
  • Mix well & serve with tomato-chilli sauce

Serve HOT … Enjoi !!!

Note: I have added green chillies & chaat masala to spice up the taste, since, authentic chinese cuisine is very bland. This is a Indo-Chinese version of Hakka Noodles.

This is my Entry for the Event A.W.E.D - Chinese Cuisine.

Thanks for hosting :)

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Bread Poha

June 23, 2008 · By Deepthi Shankar · Filed Under Breakfast Dishes · 17 Comments 

Its one of those early winter mornings & you are all cuddled up in your favourite blanket, Just then you wake up all of a sudden, only to realise that you have slept past your usual time. You just have half an hour to get your kid ready to school or you need to rush to that morning meeting. Then, that half an hour gets real crucial. What would you whip up in very little time, that is easy yet delicious.
I have for you today, Bread Poha which can be made in a jiffy & is very nutritious. I got hooked to Bread Poha during my college days. My college canteen made the tastiest Bread Poha. I really miss the canteen :)

Here’s the JhatPhat Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

  • 2-3 slices of bread ( brown/white ) - cut into medium size pieces
  • 2 tbsp onion - finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp carrot - grated
  • 2 tbsp capsicum - grated
  • 1 green chilli - chopped
  • A pinch of turmeric
  • Salt as per taste
  • Mustard Seeds
  • Oil

Method:

  1. Heat Oil in a wok, Add mustard seeds
  2. Once it splutters, Add green chillies & a pinch of turmeric
  3. Add onions, grated carrots & grated capsicum
  4. Saute for 2 mins
  5. Add bread pieces & add salt as per taste
  6. Mix well & Bread Poha is ready

Enjoy with a cuppa hot Tea/Coffee

It is a good option for your kid’s lunchbox as well.

Note: If your are a health freak, use brown brown bread & olive oil

This is my entry for Raaga’s Event Express Breakfasts

Checkout the Event @ Raaga’s ChefAtWork. Thanks Raaga for hosting :)

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Rocking Girl Award

June 23, 2008 · By Deepthi Shankar · Filed Under General · 5 Comments 

Sireesha of Mom’s Recipies has passed on the Rocking Girl Award to me.
Thank you, Sireesha for thinking of me & passing this award to me.
I would like to pass on this award to:

All you guys truly ROCK :)

Congrats to all of you !!

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