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Instant Pot Coconut Rice with Curry Spice – Easy Recipe with Video

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This Instant Pot Coconut Rice is cooked with only 5 main ingredients. It is a fail-proof recipe that is Easy, Efficient and Deliciously Vegetarian cooked in Instant Pot. The best part is that you can personalize it any way that you like. Coconut Milk Rice tastes best when served Hot. This Rice is mild in taste and can be easily paired with korma, curry or savored as is. Stove Top and Pressure cooker instructions are also included in the description. A video snippet is included for the better understanding.

This Instant Pot Coconut Rice is cooked with only 5 main ingredients. It is a fail-proof recipe that is Easy, Efficient and Deliciously Vegetarian cooked in Instant Pot. The best part is that you can personalize it any way that you like. These taste best when served Hot. Coconut Curry Rice can be easily paired with korma, curry or savored as is. Stove Top and Pressure cooker instructions are also included in the description. A video snippet is included for the better understanding. #instantpotrice #coconutrice #coconutmilkrice #ricerecipes #coconutrecipes #instantpotveganrecipes #instantpotglutenfreerecipes #instantpoteasyrecipes #instantpotbeginnerrecipes

Instant Pot Coconut Rice

Instant Pot Coconut Rice with Curry Spice annd Mushrooms + Peas

I have been meaning to cook the Rice with Coconut Milk for the longest time. Not sure why it took me this much time to post it out for you guys. Maybe because it is too EASY AND SIMPLE. But Easy & Simple is the 2nd name for my blog. Isn’t it?


I have always believed that our LIVES ARE TOO COMPLICATED, OUR RECIPES NEED TO BE SIMPLE. I am sure that you agree with me.

Thanks to INSTANT POT, life has become much simpler. If you haven’t bought one yet then it is the time to invest in one.

These are the 2 types of Instant Pots that I recommend to purchase.

  1. Instant Pot LUX Duo 3 quarts 6-in-1 if you do not want to make yogurt at home. It is the cheapest model and works as well as Mini Duo 3 quarts 7-in-1. The 7-in-1 has yogurt setting added.

  1. Instant Pot Duo Plus 6 quarts 9-in-1. I am not sure why it is 9-in-1 since it has 14 functions that you can use for cooking including baking. Amazing, right?

I have both the models and use them regularly. My stove top cooking has become minimal. I use my 3 quarts Instant Pot more often for my daily cooking of Instant Pot Vegetarian and Instant Pot Vegan Curries and other Recipes.

Why should I buy an Instant Pot?

Have I told you that I am an Instant Pot Convert from a Hater to Lover? Yes, you got me right. Now I own 2 Instant Pots –6 quarts 10-in-1 Insta Pot and 3 quarts Duo Mini. The mini one is used more, as it is perfect for daily cooking for a family of 4-6 people. The 6 quart comes out mainly for party preps or when I am making whole beans, chili or Rice Pulav. Here is why you should also cook in Instant Pot –

  • No Baby Sitting or Attending to the Kitchen Gadget is required. You saute, you put the lid and close and set the timer and done.
  • The cooking in Instant Pot is ONE POT COOKING.
  • It is a MESS FREE Cooking.
  • The food preparation and cooking is VERY EFFICIENT and is perfect for busy moms and professionals in today’s day and age.
  • It is so SAFE TO USE, that even your teenager can use it like my daughter does.
This Instant Pot Coconut Rice is cooked with only 5 main ingredients. It is a fail-proof recipe that is Easy, Efficient and Deliciously Vegetarian cooked in Instant Pot. The best part is that you can personalize it any way that you like. These taste best when served Hot. Coconut Curry Rice can be easily paired with korma, curry or savored as is. Stove Top and Pressure cooker instructions are also included in the description. A video snippet is included for the better understanding. #instantpotrice #coconutrice #coconutmilkrice #ricerecipes #coconutrecipes #instantpotveganrecipes #instantpotglutenfreerecipes #instantpoteasyrecipes #instantpotbeginnerrecipes

Instant Pot Coconut Rice

Though this is an Instant Pot Recipe, I am going to give instructions for STOVE TOP and PRESSURE COOKER Coconut Curry Rice Recipe also in the Recipe Card.

How to personalize Coconut Curry Rice Recipe?

  • I have used white basmati rice in this recipe. You can use small grain rice, or long grain rice, brown rice, red rice or mixed wild rice for this recipe. The timings of cooking may vary. But I am sure Instant Pot Resources and Google can help with the timings.
  • You can totally substitute the rice with other grains like QUINOA, a mix of Quinoa & Rice, Millets or any other grain of your choice. Again timings might vary.
  • I have used the combination of mushrooms and peas in this recipe to add some required vegetable goodness. You can totally swap it with any vegetable of your choice. I am 100% sure that broccoli, carrots, corn, zucchini, bell peppers etc, will be wonderful with this recipe.
  • I have used Light Coconut Milk. You can use Full fat coconut milk in this recipe. It will surely be more coconut-y.
  • To personalize the flavors, swap the curry powder with Indian Garam Masala or add a tablespoon of Thai Red curry paste or Green curry paste.
  • A combination of Pineapple and cashews would be an awesome addition to this flavorful rice.
  • The best part is making it as a side and cook it simple minus any vegetables. Serve it along the side of a curry or korma. It will make the best meal ever.

Ingredients used in Instant Pot Coconut Rice

Some popular INSTANT POT VEGETARIAN RECIPES from the BLOG are

Instant pot Tuscan soup, Instant pot SAAG ALOO, Instant pot PUNJABI RAJMA (red beans curry), Instant pot PAV BHAJI.

Check out this VIDEO for STEP BY STEP PROCESS for Instant Pot Coconut Rice with Mushrooms & Peas in Curry Spices.

Here is the DETAILED & EASY written Recipe of Instant Pot Coconut Rice.

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The 5 main ingredients of this recipe are – Rice, Coconut Milk, Oil, Salt & Curry Powder.

This Instant Pot Coconut Rice is cooked with only 5 main ingredients. It is a fail-proof recipe that is Easy, Efficient and Deliciously Vegetarian cooked in Instant Pot. The best part is that you can personalize it any way that you like. These taste best when served Hot. Coconut Curry Rice can be easily paired with korma, curry or savored as is. Stove Top and Pressure cooker instructions are also included in the description. A video snippet is included for the better understanding. #instantpotrice #coconutrice #coconutmilkrice #ricerecipes #coconutrecipes #instantpotveganrecipes #instantpotglutenfreerecipes #instantpoteasyrecipes #instantpotbeginnerrecipes
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Instant Pot Coconut Rice with Curry Spice and Mushrooms + Peas
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 

This Instant Pot Coconut Rice is cooked with only 5 main ingredients. It is a fail-proof recipe that is Easy, Efficient and Deliciously Vegetarian cooked in Instant Pot. The best part is that you can personalize it any way that you like. This Instant Pot Coconut Milk Curry Rice is mild and tastes best when served Hot.

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
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Servings: 3 people
Author: simplyvegetarian777
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Rice Basmati used
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Light used
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1 cup Mushrooms button
  • 1 cup Peas
  • 1 tsp Oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Red Chili powder optional
  • 1/2 tsp Garam Masala or 1 tsp Mild Curry Powder
Instructions
Preparing for the Recipe

  1. Watch the Video posted above for a quick understanding of the procedure. Gather all the ingredients as mentioned above. Place the inner pot inside the Instant Pot. Plug it in.

COOKING ON SAUTE MODE

  1. Set the saute mode on MORE. When the screen displays HOT, add oil to it. Wait for few seconds and then add Mushrooms and Peas. Saute for few seconds. In case you are using some other vegetables, add those vegetables now. Saute for a minute or so. 

  2. Now add Rice + salt + spices. Give it a good stir. 

  3. Add coconut milk and water to the inner pot. Stir again. Switch off the Saute Mode.

COOKING ON MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK

  1. Switch the Instant Pot Manual/Pressure Cook Mode and set it for 5 MINUTES on HIGH Pressure and More. 

  2. Once the Timer goes off, do QPR that is Quick Pressure Release. This is important for perfect textured rice.

  3. Once the pin drops down, open the lid. Take a fork and gently fork the rice. Basmati has to be eaten grain separated. Do not mush it with a stirring spoon directly. Always fork the rice gently before serving. 

  4. Serve it warm as is or alongside a curry or korma.

INSTRUCTIONS WHEN USING A TRADITIONAL PRESSURE COOKER, NOT AN INSTANT POT

  1. All the steps remain the same. The liquid amount remains the same too. Switch off the gas stove after the first whistle or when the steam blows off. Quick releases all the pressure manually. Open the lid. Fork the rice and serve as suggested.

INSTRUCTIONS WHEN COOKING ON STOVE TOP IN AN OPEN PAN

  1. When cooking in an open pan. the liquid will be 2&1/4 cups to 1 cup of rice.

  2. The saute instructions remain the same. Add the liquid. Bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to simmer and close with a lid. Cook till all liquid is absorbed. Switch off the gas stove. Remove the lid. Let rest for 5 minutes. Fork the rice now. Serve hot.

I am sure you are going to try it soon. It is Simple, Easy, Efficient and Delicious with the goodness of Coconut.

Can’t make it now? ⇓PIN ⇓ IT FOR LATER!

This Instant Pot Coconut Rice is cooked with only 5 main ingredients. It is a fail-proof recipe that is Easy, Efficient and Deliciously Vegetarian cooked in Instant Pot. The best part is that you can personalize it any way that you like. These taste best when served Hot. Coconut Curry Rice can be easily paired with korma, curry or savored as is. Stove Top and Pressure cooker instructions are also included in the description. A video snippet is included for the better understanding. #instantpotrice #coconutrice #coconutmilkrice #ricerecipes #coconutrecipes #instantpotveganrecipes #instantpotglutenfreerecipes #instantpoteasyrecipes #instantpotbeginnerrecipes

Instant Pot Coconut Rice

In my kitchen, you will always EAT HAPPY & STAY HAPPY!

Sonal

Vegetable Pulav Instant Pot Recipe

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Vegetable Pulav Instant Pot Recipe is perfect for all the Pulav and Instant Pot Fans. You will get perfect texture Pulav every time when cooked in an Instant Pot. It is an easy, simple and efficient method. cooking in Pan & Pressure Cooker methods given too.

Vegetable Pulav Instant Pot Recipe is perfect for all the Pulav and Instant Pot Fans. You will get perfect texture Pulav every time, when cooked in Instant Pot. It is an easy, simple and efficient method. cooking in Pan & Pressure Cooker methods given too. #vegetablepulav #vegetablepilaf #vegetablepulao #instantpotindianrecipes #instantpotveganindianrecipes #instantpotglutenfreeindianrecipes #instantpotricerecipes #instantpotpulao #instantpotpulav #instantpotpilaf #instantpoteasyrecipes #ricerecipes

Vegetable Pulav Instant Pot Recipe

Vegetable Pulav Instant Pot Recipe

Pulav is a weekly feature on the menu. It is an amazing rice dish filled with the warm flavors of Indian whole spices and enriched with mostly different vegetables in my kitchen. Pilaf is a wholesome dish that is a complete meal in itself and is often enjoyed with Raita (Yogurt Dip) and Pickles on the side.


I have fond memories of Pulav from my growing up years. My mom would make it on several occasions, like when she ran out of time or was too tired to cook an elaborate meal. It was more of a weekend meal for the family since she got a break from the kitchen too.

A piping hot serving of Pulav can do wonders for you. It is not only comforting and delicious, there is something about the aroma and texture of this dish that sends you into a sweet spot where you are a happy person. I think it is the carbs from rice and the goodness of the spices.

Vegetable Pulav Instant Pot Recipe is perfect for all the Pulav and Instant Pot Fans. You will get perfect texture Pulav every time, when cooked in Instant Pot. It is an easy, simple and efficient method. cooking in Pan & Pressure Cooker methods given too. #vegetablepulav #vegetablepilaf #vegetablepulao #instantpotindianrecipes #instantpotveganindianrecipes #instantpotglutenfreeindianrecipes #instantpotricerecipes #instantpotpulao #instantpotpulav #instantpotpilaf #instantpoteasyrecipes #ricerecipes

Vegetable Pulav Instant Pot Recipe

Here is why you should include PULAV or PILAF or PULAO in your weekly Menu

  • Pulav is made with Rice as its main ingredient. Rice is a cereal or grain that is good in fiber, rich in minerals like calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium and iron. It is rich in vitamins like Niacin and Thiamin. It is high in Carbohydrates though. So people who are under weight, can consume it heartily but the people looking to lose weight, should go easy on Rice. The best part is that is is GLUTEN FREE.
  • Pilaf is a ONE POT MEAL and nothing can beat a good delicious and nourishing one pot meal.
  • Pulao is a wholesome complete meal.
  • Pulav is a recipe that saves you when you are running out of time or sick, or in no mood to cook elaborately.
  • You can alter the ratio of rice to vegetables and cook with more vegetables and less rice for the healthier take.
  • Pulav can be cooked with basmati rice (ideal) or brown rice or wild rice or mixed rice or short grain. Possibilities are unlimited.

Now making this Vegetable Pulav has become a breeze in my Instant Pot. I have made Pulav in Open Pan and Pressure Cooker with good results. But making Pulav in my Instant Pot is so easy and every time the results are fabulous. If you are thinking of investing in an Instant Pot, then I must tell you that it is a good investment.

I do not go about buying every new gadget on the market. It is my money and I spend it wisely. Instant Pot is one investment that is paying me back in leaps and bounds in sense of TIME MANAGEMENT.

Here is why you should buy an INSTANT POT

Have I told you that I am an Instant Pot Convert from a Hater to Lover? Yes, you got me right. Now I own 2 Instant Pots –6 quarts 10-in-1 Insta Pot and 3 quarts Duo Mini. The mini one is used more, as it is perfect for daily cooking for a family of 4-6 people. The 6 quart comes out mainly for party preps or when I am making whole beans, chili or Rice Pulav. Here is why you should also cook in Instant Pot –

  • No Baby Sitting or Attending to the Kitchen Gadget is required. You saute, you put the lid and close and set the timer and done.
  • The cooking in Instant Pot is ONE POT COOKING.
  • It is a MESS FREE Cooking.
  • The food preparation and cooking is VERY EFFICIENT and is perfect for busy moms and professionals in today’s day and age.
  • It is so SAFE TO USE, that even your teenager can use it like my daughter does.
Vegetable Pulav Instant Pot Recipe is perfect for all the Pulav and Instant Pot Fans. You will get perfect texture Pulav every time, when cooked in Instant Pot. It is an easy, simple and efficient method. cooking in Pan & Pressure Cooker methods given too. #vegetablepulav #vegetablepilaf #vegetablepulao #instantpotindianrecipes #instantpotveganindianrecipes #instantpotglutenfreeindianrecipes #instantpotricerecipes #instantpotpulao #instantpotpulav #instantpotpilaf #instantpoteasyrecipes #ricerecipes

Vegetable Pulav Instant Pot Recipe

Some other Pulav and Rice Recipes from my BLOG are

Indian Restaurant style Rice

Onion and Mint Pulav

Kashmiri Vegetable Pulao

Tawa Pulav

The popular INSTANT POT RECIPES from the blog are

Tuscan Vegetable Soup in Instant Pot

Punjabi Kadhi in Instant Pot

Dal Bukhara in Instant Pot

Pav Bhaji in Instant Pot

This is how you make VEGETABLE PULAV in 6 quart Instant Pot

Vegetable Pulav Instant Pot Recipe is perfect for all the Pulav and Instant Pot Fans. You will get perfect texture Pulav every time, when cooked in Instant Pot. It is an easy, simple and efficient method. cooking in Pan & Pressure Cooker methods given too. #vegetablepulav #vegetablepilaf #vegetablepulao #instantpotindianrecipes #instantpotveganindianrecipes #instantpotglutenfreeindianrecipes #instantpotricerecipes #instantpotpulao #instantpotpulav #instantpotpilaf #instantpoteasyrecipes #ricerecipes
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Vegetable Pulav Instant Pot Recipe
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
 

Vegetable Pulav Instant Pot Recipe is perfect for all the Pulav and Instant Pot Fans. You will get perfect texture Pulav every time when cooked in an Instant Pot. It is an easy, simple and efficient method. cooking in Pan & Pressure Cooker methods given too.

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 6
Author: simplyvegetarian777
Ingredients
  • 3 cups Basmati Rice washed 4-5 times and soak in water for 30 minutes
  • 3&1/2 cups Water to cook
  • 1 Large Onion sliced thin
  • 1 small piece Ginger chopped fine or grated
  • 5 Cups Mixed Vegetables including Potatoes, Cauliflower, Green Beans, Carrots, Peas Cut all the large vegetables in 1 inch pieces
OIl & Spices
  • 1&1/2 tbsp Cooking oil or Olive oil if you are not Vegan, use Ghee for best results
  • 1 tsp Cumin seeds
  • 1 large Bay leaf
  • 1 small Cinnamon stick
  • 6 Cloves
  • 6 Black pepper corns
  • 1 Black Cardamom
  • 4 Small Green Cardamom
  • 1&1/2 tsp Garam Masala
  • 1/2 tsp Red Chili powder
  • 4 tsp Salt or to taste
IF YOU WANT TO USE LESS SPICES, THEN SKIP WHOLE SPICES AND JUST USE THE GARAM MASALA, RED CHILI POWDER AND SALT OR 2 TSP OF STORE BOUGHT PULAV/BIRYANI MASALA + SALT.
Instructions
Preparing the Rice and Vegetables for Pulav

  1. Take rice in a bowl and wash under cold water till water runs clear. It will take 4-5 washes. After that, soak the rice in 4 cups of water for 1/2 hour. Meanwhile, the rice is soaking, wash, peel, chop the vegetables and keep them ready to use. After 1/2 an hour, drain the water out of rice and keep aside for cooking.

COOKING ON SAUTE MODE

  1. Place the inner pot inside the IP. Plug it in and Press SAUTE MODE on HIGH. Once the screen displays HOT, add oil/ghee to it. Also, add cumin seeds, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, cloves, black pepper corns, green cardamom, black cardamom to the pot. Saute for few seconds.

  2. Now add thinly sliced onions and ginger to the pot. Saute for about 5 minutes, till onions are pink in color. To speed up the process, cover the IP with glass lid and let onions cook and crisp while covered. Saute in between to avoid burning.

  3. Once the onions are pink, add all the other vegetables in the pot + garam masala, red chili powder and salt. Give it a good stir. Add soaked rice to the pot. Stir all the ingredients together gently. Add 3&1/2 to 4 cups water. Stir again. SWITCH OFF THE SAUTE MODE.

  4. NOTE - The water quantity can be adjusted between 3&1/2 to 4 cups of water. The point is that water should be slightly above the rice, so that all of the rice is submerged inside it for even cooking. DO NOT ADD MORE WATER than that. Start with 3&1/2 and add little at a time to accomodate.

COOKING ON MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK MODE

  1. Place the lid of the IP and lock it to NO VENTING. Press the PRESSURE COOK/MANUAL MODE  and set it to 5 MINUTES on MORE and HIGH PRESSURE.

  2. It will take about 7-8 minutes for IP to kick in. Once the timer goes off after 5 minutes, do QPR (quick pressure release). As soon as the safety pin drops down. Open the Lid. Let it sit un-covered for about 5-7 minutes. Then take a forK and fork it through to separate the rice grains gently. VEGETABLE PULAV IS READY.

SERVING SUGGESTION

  1. It is best enjoyed with kachumbar Raita or Boondi Raita + Pickles + Green Chutney.

 

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Vegetable Pulav Instant Pot Recipe is perfect for all the Pulav and Instant Pot Fans. You will get perfect texture Pulav every time, when cooked in Instant Pot. It is an easy, simple and efficient method. cooking in Pan & Pressure Cooker methods given too. #vegetablepulav #vegetablepilaf #vegetablepulao #instantpotindianrecipes #instantpotveganindianrecipes #instantpotglutenfreeindianrecipes #instantpotricerecipes #instantpotpulao #instantpotpulav #instantpotpilaf #instantpoteasyrecipes #ricerecipes

Vegetable Pulav Instant Pot Recipe

In my kitchen, you will alwasy EAT HAPPY AND STAY HAPPY!

Sonal

Dal Bukhara Instant Pot Recipe

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Dal Bukhara Instant Pot Recipe is so creamy and delicious that you will make it again and again. It is a popular Dal from the BUKHARA (restaurant) kitchen of ITC Maurya, Delhi. This daal is best enjoyed with some Naan and Jeera Rice.

Dal Bukhara Instant Pot Recipe is so creamy and delicious that you will make it again and again. It is a popular Dal from the BUKHARA (restaurant) kitchen of ITC Maurya, Delhi. This daal is best enjoyed with some Naan and Jeera Rice. #dalbukhara #daalrecipe #blacklentils #blackgram #dahlrecipe #indianlentilcurry #glutenfree #veganlentilcurry #vegetariancurry #indianlentils #dalmakhani #dalmaharani #instantpotrecipes #instantpotveganrecipe #instantpotvegetarianrecipe #instantpotindianrecipe #instantpotcurry

Dal Bukhara Instant Pot Recipe

Dal Bukhara Instant Pot Recipe

Have you ever heard of this daal? If not, then you have missed out on one of the finest dish from Northern India. The daahl is so creamy, rich, delicious and is simply bursting with flavors. It sends you in a sweet FOOD COMA that you never want to come out of.


I published this dahl for the first time in the November of 2013. It was the first year of my blog. Honestly, there were hardly any Daal Bukhara Recipes floating on the net that time. I remember it clearly since I was trying to find some tips and tricks to make it Bukhara than the Makhani. Now the net is stuffed with Dal Bukhara recipes….sigh! Well oh well… I am not saying anything….

——————CLICK HERE FOR STOVE TOP / GAS TOP DAL BUKHARA——————-

What is Dal Bukhara ?

Bukhara is actually a city in Uzbeikistan, located on the Silk Road and associated with trading, merchants and food. Though Dal Bukhara is not associated with Bukhara directly.

Dal Bukhara is a world famous dish credited to ITC Maurya hotel in New Delhi, India, for developing this creamy and rich dish.  The traditional style of cooking overnight on Tandoor is typically used to make it. And this recipe is all modernized and adapted to be prepped in  INSTANT POT. But I promise that the tastes and flavors are not compromised.

Dal Bukhara Instant Pot Recipe is so creamy and delicious that you will make it again and again. It is a popular Dal from the BUKHARA (restaurant) kitchen of ITC Maurya, Delhi. This daal is best enjoyed with some Naan and Jeera Rice. #dalbukhara #daalrecipe #blacklentils #blackgram #dahlrecipe #indianlentilcurry #glutenfree #veganlentilcurry #vegetariancurry #indianlentils #dalmakhani #dalmaharani #instantpotrecipes #instantpotveganrecipe #instantpotvegetarianrecipe #instantpotindianrecipe #instantpotcurry

Dal Bukhara Instant Pot Recipe

Dal Makhani is made with Whole Urad Beans, which are also known as Black Lentils and sometimes as Black Grams. These are different from regular small whole black lentils.

I would highly recommend to include Lentils and Beans in your weekly diet. Here is Why?

  • Lentils are Complete Food.
  • Since these have high soluble fiber, they lower the cholestrol
  • Support Heart Health
  • Good source of Protein, Fiber and Minerals
  • Helps in Weight Management

Why Should you cook it in Instant Pot?

Have I told you that I am an Instant Pot Convert from a Hater to Lover? Yes, you got me right. Now I own 2 Instant Pots – 6 quart and 3 quart. The mini one is more used as it is perfect for daily cooking for a family of 4-6 people. The 6 quart comes out mainly for party preps or when I am making whole beans, chili or Rice Pulav. Here is why you should also cook in Instant Pot –

  • No Baby Sitting or Attending to the Kitchen Gadget is required. You saute, you put the lid and close and set the timer and done.
  • The cooking in Instant Pot is ONE POT COOKING.
  • It is a MESS FREE Cooking.
  • The food preparation and cooking is VERY EFFICIENT and is perfect for busy moms and professionals in today’s day and age.
  • It is so SAFE TO USE, that even your teenager can use it like my daughter does.
Dal Bukhara Instant Pot Recipe is so creamy and delicious that you will make it again and again. It is a popular Dal from the BUKHARA (restaurant) kitchen of ITC Maurya, Delhi. This daal is best enjoyed with some Naan and Jeera Rice. #dalbukhara #daalrecipe #blacklentils #blackgram #dahlrecipe #indianlentilcurry #glutenfree #veganlentilcurry #vegetariancurry #indianlentils #dalmakhani #dalmaharani #instantpotrecipes #instantpotveganrecipe #instantpotvegetarianrecipe #instantpotindianrecipe #instantpotcurry

Dal Bukhara Instant Pot Recipe

Here are some close cousins of DAL BUKHARA –

DAL MAKHANI

DAL MAHARANI

Some Popular Instant Pot Recipes from my BLOG are –

Punjabi Kadhi in IP

Tusacan Soup in Insta Pot

IP Pav Bhaji

and few more….

This is how to make DAL BUKHARA IP RECIPE

It has 4 components – Soaking the Beans, Making Pastes, Sauteing and Manual/Pressure Cooking. Read the NOTES FOR VEGANS towards the end of the recipe.

For Pressure Cooker/Stove Top/Gas Top Recipe, CLICK HERE 

Dal Bukhara Instant Pot Recipe is so creamy and delicious that you will make it again and again. It is a popular Dal from the BUKHARA (restaurant) kitchen of ITC Maurya, Delhi. This daal is best enjoyed with some Naan and Jeera Rice. #dalbukhara #daalrecipe #blacklentils #blackgram #dahlrecipe #indianlentilcurry #glutenfree #veganlentilcurry #vegetariancurry #indianlentils #dalmakhani #dalmaharani #instantpotrecipes #instantpotveganrecipe #instantpotvegetarianrecipe #instantpotindianrecipe #instantpotcurry
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Dal Bukhara Instant Pot Recipe
Prep Time
6 hrs
Cook Time
50 mins
Total Time
6 hrs 50 mins
 

Dal Bukhara Instant Pot Recipe is so creamy and delicious that you will make it again and again. It is a popular Dal from the BUKHARA (restaurant) kitchen of ITC Maurya, Delhi. This daal is best enjoyed with some Naan and Jeera Rice.

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 10
Author: simplyvegetarian777
Ingredients
  • 2 cups Urad Dal Sabut / Whole Black Lentils
  • 2 small or 1 Large Onion chopped roughly
  • 5 small or 3 Large Tomatoes, ripe and plum chopped roughly
  • 1 large piec Ginger chopped roughly
  • 1 small Green Chili chopped roughly
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1/4 cup Cashews soaked for 1/2 hour
  • 1/4 cup Yogurt whisked
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cream
  • 5-6 cups Water
Oil & Spices
  • 1 tbsp Ghee Vegans use cooking oil
  • 1 tsp Cumin seeds
  • 1 tbsp Coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp or more Garam Masala
  • 1/2 tsp Red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp Kashmiri Lal Mirch
  • 1/2 tsp tsp Kasuri Methi
  • To taste Salt about 1&1/2 tsp or adjust to taste
  • 1 large Bay leaf
  • 1 small stick Cinnamon
  • 2 Black Cardamoms
  • 4-5 Cloves
  • 4-5 Black pepper corns
  • 1 fat pinch/ 1/8 tsp Nutmeg powder / Jaifal
Instructions
FOR CONVERTING THIS RECIPE TO VEGAN, READ THE NOTES TOWARDS THE END.
Preparing the Whole Urad / Black Lentil Beans

  1. The whole urad or black lentils are tough beans and need to be soaked for at least 6 hours and if possible over night. So wash them in cold water and soak. After soaking the beans swell up and almost double in size. If you do not have time, then soak in slightly warm water. Once soaked for the required time, drain the water and set them aside for the use.

Making Onion Ginger coarse Paste + Tomato Cashew Paste

  1. Take a food processor and add chopped onions, ginger, garlic and green chili to it. Process till the ingredients are processed into fine particles.

  2. Take a blender and add chopped tomatoes and soaked cashews to it. Blend it till you get a fine paste.

COOKING ON SAUTE MODE IN INSTANT POT

  1. Gather all the ingredients as mentioned - soaked & drained Dal, onion paste, tomato cashew paste, ghee/oil, other spices and water. 

  2. Insert the inner pot into IP and Plug in your Instant Pot. Set it on SAUTE MODE TO HIGH.

  3. Now add ghee/oil in the pot and then cumin seeds. Saute for few seconds. Then add bay leaf + cinnamon stick + black cardamom + cloves + black pepper corns. Saute these whole spices for few seconds. Add onion paste to the pot. Give it a good stir. Cover with a glass lid and cook it for 5-7 minutes, till onions are soft and slightly red. Stir in between to avoid burning at the bottom.

  4. Once the onions are done, add tomato cashew paste to the pot. Give it a good stir mixing with roasted onions. Add all the spices - turmeric, red chili powder, kashmiri lal mirch, garam masala, kasuri methi and salt. Give it another good stir. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes. Keep stirring in between. Cook till it becomes a thick paste.

  5. Once you get a thick paste, add soaked + drained Dal + water to the pot. Give it a good stir. CANCEL THE SAUTE MODE NOW.

COOKING ON MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK IN INSTANT POT

  1. Put the IP LID and set the floating valve at CLOSED. Set the Manual/Pressure Cook Mode on More and Pressure High for 30 Minutes. 

  2. Once the timer goes off, let the PRESSURE release NATURALLY. Once the Security pin drops down and pressure is released, open the lid carefully. Add whisked yogurt and Cream to the cooked dal. Mix it properly. Let it sit for about 10 minutes before you serve it. You may add a dollop of butter on top before serving. Truth to be told, I have always enjoyed it more the next day. 

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

  1. It is best enjoyed with whole wheat NAAN, Mint Naan and JEERA RICE. 

VEGAN NOTES

  1. Use Cooking oil in place of Ghee. To replace the yogurt, simply skip it. To replace Cream, use more Cashew Cream. Instead of making cashew cream with 1/4 cup cashews, make it with 1/2 cup cashews. Use 1/2 of cream at cooking and then add rest of the 1/2 later. 

  2. How to make Cashew Cream - Take 1/2 cup soaked cashews and use 1/4 cup of any plant based milk. Blend together in a creamy sauce.  It is ready to use.

 

I am sure that you are going to try it soon, either in Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker or Stove Top. If you tr it, then please send the feedback.

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Instant Pot

Instant Pot Lid

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Dal Bukhara Instant Pot Recipe is so creamy and delicious that you will make it again and again. It is a popular Dal from the BUKHARA (restaurant) kitchen of ITC Maurya, Delhi. This daal is best enjoyed with some Naan and Jeera Rice. #dalbukhara #daalrecipe #blacklentils #blackgram #dahlrecipe #indianlentilcurry #glutenfree #veganlentilcurry #vegetariancurry #indianlentils #dalmakhani #dalmaharani #instantpotrecipes #instantpotveganrecipe #instantpotvegetarianrecipe #instantpotindianrecipe #instantpotcurry

Dal Bukhara Instant Pot Recipe

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Sonal

Bharwaan Baingan Air Fryer Recipe

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Bharwaan Baingan Air Fryer Recipe is an EASY, EFFICIENT & DELICIOUS Recipe for all the Eggplant lovers. This dish can be made in 15 minutes from start to finish and with VERY LESS OIL. Easy to Make and Yummy to Eat.

Bharwaan Baingan Air Fryer Recipe is an EASY, EFFICIENT & DELICIOUS Recipe for all the Eggplant lovers. This dish can be made in 15 minutes from start to finish and with VERY LESS OIL. Easy to Make and Yummy to Eat. #airfryerrecipes #vegetarianairfryerrecipe #glutenfreevegan #plantbased #philipsairfryer #eggplantrecipes #indianrecipes #indianairfryerrecipes #indianeggplantrecipes #eggplantairfryer

Bharwaan Baingan Air Fryer Recipe

Bharwaan Baingan Air Fryer Recipe

If you have been following my blog, then you probably are well aware that I am a huge fan of Baingan aka Eggplants. Give me some eggplants with or without the bread, and I am a happy camper. My love for eggplants knows no boundary. That’s for real. I can eat, sleep, talk and walk eggplants…LOL


For those who are not sure what I am talking about, then Bharwaan = Stuffed and Baingan = Eggplant or Brinjal or Aubergine. So Bharwaan Baingan = Stuffed Eggplants. These are stuffed with Indian Curry Spices.

Whenever I visit my mom back home, she knows that the first thing that tops my list of “mom made food” is Baingan ka Bharta and Urad ki sookhi daal.  Eggplants are roasted on slow fire and then mashed to cook with onion tomato base. Traditionally, the eggplants are roasted on mud earthen oven for long hours which lends it a smoky flavor. It is finger licking delicious.

And now my love for AIR FRYER knows no boundaries. It took me a long time in deciding to buy PHILIPS AIR FRYER. But I am glad that I bought it.

Here are some reasons to invest in an AIR FRYER

  • It is a very convenient gadget to use.
  • Air fryer is very easy to clean up.
  • Since the food is cooked in less fat/oil, it is healthier. It is perfect for the people who are trying to watch their weight.
  • Food cooks faster in it as compared to a conventional oven. You can make cakes, muffins etc., in it.
  • The Air Fryer is especially good for replacing deep fried food. You can make fritters, fries, pakodas, French fries, bread pakoda, kofta, falafel, cutlets, vegetable balls/kofta, kachoris, samosa and much more in an Air Fryer without actually deep frying the food.
Bharwaan Baingan Air Fryer Recipe is an EASY, EFFICIENT & DELICIOUS Recipe for all the Eggplant lovers. This dish can be made in 15 minutes from start to finish and with VERY LESS OIL. Easy to Make and Yummy to Eat. #airfryerrecipes #vegetarianairfryerrecipe #glutenfreevegan #plantbased #philipsairfryer #eggplantrecipes #indianrecipes #indianairfryerrecipes #indianeggplantrecipes #eggplantairfryer

Bharwaan Baingan Air Fryer Recipe

I am not the kind of person who spends a lot of money on Kitchen Gadgets unless I am convinced with it. Having said that, I do have a couple of Gadgets that are good and come pretty handy. These gadgets make your life efficient in the kitchen. As a result, you have more time to spend with your family.

I enjoy cooking in these every day and hopefully can inspire you to cook in these as well.

Some of these that I recommend are –

Air Fryer 

Instant Pot and that too Mini Instant Pot is  perfect for daily use

Electric Grill – I love this product for grilling burgers and making grilled sandwiches. Even the quesadillas and wraps turn out so good in this.

The Electric Griddle –  another product that i love when i a making pancakes, crepes, dosa, hosting parties and heating multiple breads or naans and much more.

Bharwaan Baingan Air Fryer Recipe is an EASY, EFFICIENT & DELICIOUS Recipe for all the Eggplant lovers. This dish can be made in 15 minutes from start to finish and with VERY LESS OIL. Easy to Make and Yummy to Eat. #airfryerrecipes #vegetarianairfryerrecipe #glutenfreevegan #plantbased #philipsairfryer #eggplantrecipes #indianrecipes #indianairfryerrecipes #indianeggplantrecipes #eggplantairfryer

Bharwaan Baingan Air Fryer Recipe

 Why should you make this recipe in Air Fryer?

  • It uses less oil in this method, therefore it is healthier.
  • Bharwaan baingan turns out really nice and crispy in air fryer.
  • It uses lesser time and effort also this way. Stuff the baby eggplants, put it in air fryer at the set temperature and forget till the timer goes off. So, it is completely effortless and time efficient recipe.

Some AIr Fryer Recipes from my Blog

Air Fried Salted Nuts

Sabudana Wada in Air Fryer

Kuttu Aloo Pakoda / Buckwheat Potato Fritters

Chaat Katori / Edible Salad Bowls in AIr Fryer

Here are some popular Eggplant Recipes from my Blog

Schezwan Eggplants

Khatte Meethe Baingan – sweet & sour Indian Eggplant curry

Eggplants Steaks

Punjabi Bharwaan Baingan

This is how you make this recipe.

Bharwaan Baingan Air Fryer Recipe
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Bharwaan Baingan Air Fryer Recipe
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
12 mins
Total Time
17 mins
 

Bharwaan Baingan Air Fryer Recipe is an EASY, EFFICIENT & DELICIOUS Recipe for all the Eggplant lovers. This dish can be made in 15 minutes from start to finish and with VERY LESS OIL. Easy to Make and Yummy to Eat.

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 2
Author: simplyvegetarian777
Ingredients
  • 6-8 Baby Eggplants
  • 2 tsp Coriander powder
  • 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp Red Chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp Garam Masala
  • 1/2 tsp Fennel powder
  • 1/2 tsp Dry Mango powder/Amchur/Khatai
  • To taste Salt
  • 1&1/2 tbsp Water
  • 1 tsp Cooking Oil Mustard oil preferably
Alternatively - Use 1 tbsp of Curry Powder + 1 tsp Lemon Juice and mix in place of the spices mentioned above.
Instructions

  1. Wash and Dry the eggplants. Cut the eggplants as shown in the picture. Make 2 slits creating a cross lengthwise, without getting at the base of the eggplant. Leave the base intact.

  2. Take a small bowl. Add all the spices as mentioned above, to the bowl. Now mix water with the spices and make a thick paste. Now fill all the eggplants evenly with this spice paste. Make sure that the spice paste is filled in all the slits. 

  3. Now set the Air Fryer at 350*F / 180*C and 15 minutes. Preheat it for 2 minutes till the timer reaches at 13 minutes.

  4. Take 1 tsp of oil and coat on stuffed eggplants with the help of kitchen pastry brush. Place these eggplants in the air fryer basket. Close the air fryer and cook for 12 minutes.

  5. After 12 minutes when the timer goes off, open the air fryer and carefully take these out of the basket. These stuffed eggplants are ready.

    Bharwaan Baingan Air Fryer Recipe is an EASY, EFFICIENT & DELICIOUS Recipe for all the Eggplant lovers. This dish can be made in 15 minutes from start to finish and with VERY LESS OIL. Easy to Make and Yummy to Eat. #airfryerrecipes #vegetarianairfryerrecipe #glutenfreevegan #plantbased #philipsairfryer #eggplantrecipes #indianrecipes #indianairfryerrecipes #indianeggplantrecipes #eggplantairfryer

  6. Serving Suggestion - These go very well with roti, parantha and rice. Make a taco out of it with some chutney and cut salad. 

Now, take that air fryer of yours out and enjoy cooking healthy and delicious food in it. If you try it, then do not forget to give me the feedback.

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Bharwaan Baingan Air Fryer Recipe is an EASY, EFFICIENT & DELICIOUS Recipe for all the Eggplant lovers. This dish can be made in 15 minutes from start to finish and with VERY LESS OIL. Easy to Make and Yummy to Eat. #airfryerrecipes #vegetarianairfryerrecipe #glutenfreevegan #plantbased #philipsairfryer #eggplantrecipes #indianrecipes #indianairfryerrecipes #indianeggplantrecipes #eggplantairfryer

Bharwaan Baingan Air Fryer Recipe

In my kitchen, you will always EAT HAPPY & STAY HAPPY!

Sonal

Vegan Omelette Easy Glutenfree Recipe

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Vegan Omelette is a simple,easy and flavorful recipe made with Chickpea Flour. It is called Omelette because of its soft and fluffy texture that is similar to the one made with eggs. The best part is that it is Gluten free as well. It is a must try for sure.

Vegan Omelette is a simple,easy and flavorful recipe made with Chickpea Flour. It is called Omelette because of its soft and fluffy texture that is similar to the one made with eggs. The best part is that it is Gluten free as well. #veganbrunch #veganmeal #veganbreakfast #veganomelette #eggfreerecipes #egglessrecipes #chickpeaflourrecipes #besan #glutenfreerecipes #glutenfreebrunch #meatlessmeals #meatfreebrunch #meatlesseasterrecipes #omelette

Vegan Omelette

Vegan Omelette

This was my breakfast yesterday and I can say with yum pride that it was not only delicious but was very well executed.  I was in the kitchen and wondering what to make for breakfast and absolutely did not want anything regular.


Besan ka Cheela was on my mind but it sounded too boring so I planned to up the work a little bit. A crazy mind at work and the result was this awesomeness. I loaded it with vegetables and green chilies to spice up the fluffed cloud of yum.

Cheela is also known as Pooda or Poodla in other regions of India and is similar to Crepes in texture. Therefore, CHEELA = CREPES.

There are days when my creative side itches to create some magic with simple ingredients and not too much work. And I thank those days for inspiring me and pushing me out of my comfort zone to create comfort in my own kitchen.

Having said that I am sure that I am not the only one who has discovered this recipe. There might be plenty similar recipes floating around the net. So hats off to all those who have already tasted this magic.

Vegan Omelette is a simple,easy and flavorful recipe made with Chickpea Flour. It is called Omelette because of its soft and fluffy texture that is similar to the one made with eggs. The best part is that it is Gluten free as well. #veganbrunch #veganmeal #veganbreakfast #veganomelette #eggfreerecipes #egglessrecipes #chickpeaflourrecipes #besan #glutenfreerecipes #glutenfreebrunch #meatlessmeals #meatfreebrunch #meatlesseasterrecipes #omelette

Vegan Omelette

I think this recipe will be a great dish for your VEGAN GUESTS coming over for Easter Brunch. It is a super easy, super cool and chic to feed the crowd. This is such a great recipe that I am sure you will be repeating it. The best part is that you can adapt the flavors in this with your choice of seasonings and vegetables.

Vegan Omelette can easily be called as SAVORY PANCAKE, as well.

I am so in love with this recipe, because –

♥ Vegan Omelette is made with my favorite ingredient that is CHICKPEA FLOUR or BESAN.

♥ It is Vegan, a perfect recipe for Plant Based Diet Followers.

♥ This recipe is Gluten-free and perfect for you and me and for people suffering from Celiac Disease.

♥ The flour is a good source of minerals, protein and fiber.

♥ Besan is identified to keep the blood sugar and insulin balanced as compared to wheat and therefore is great for Diabetics as well.

♥ It is Heart Healthy and maintains cholesterol.

♥ Chickpea flour is cheaper than other gluten free options and keeps you full longer.

♥ This flour is perfect to make cheela / crepes, pancakes, fudge, dhokla, pakoda / fritters and much more.

The Recipes using Chickpea Flour / Besan are

This is how VEGAN OMELETTE is made.

Vegan Omelette is a simple,easy and flavorful recipe made with Chickpea Flour. It is called Omelette because of its soft and fluffy texture that is similar to the one made with eggs. The best part is that it is Gluten free as well. #veganbrunch #veganmeal #veganbreakfast #veganomelette #eggfreerecipes #egglessrecipes #chickpeaflourrecipes #besan #glutenfreerecipes #glutenfreebrunch #meatlessmeals #meatfreebrunch #meatlesseasterrecipes #omelette
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Vegan Omelette
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
 

Vegan Omelette is a simple,easy and flavorful recipe made with Chickpea Flour. It is called Omelette because of its soft and fluffy texture that is similar to the one made with eggs. The best part is that it is Gluten free as well. It is a must try for sure.

Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 2
Author: simplyvegetarian777
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Chickpea Flour
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1/4 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Oil
  • To Taste Salt and Black Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Onion chopped fine
  • 1/4 cup Bell Peppers/Capsicum chopped fine. use colored bell peppers if possible
  • 1 clove Garlic chopped fine
  • 2 tablespoon Cilantro/Coriander leaves chopped fine, optional
  • 1 Green Chili chopped fine, optional
  • 1 tbsp Oil for Greasing the pan and cooking
Instructions

  1. Take a Large mixing bowl and add chickpea flour/besan to it. Make sure that the flour is fine and has no lumps. If required then sieve it.

  2. Add Salt +Black Pepper+Baking soda+Baking Powder to the flour and mix well with a wire whisk. Slowly pour water and add 1 tsp oil to it. Mix ingredients with wire whisk to make sure that there are no lumps formed. Beat the batter with whisk wire for 1 minute to activate the baking soda and baking powder. It is kind of RUNNY BATTER. Set it aside for 4-5 minutes till you chop your vegetables and gather other ingredients. When ready to cook, keep the batter and chopped vegetables ready.

  3. Take a non stick or ceramic coated pan that is 5-6 inches in diameter. Put the pan on medium heat and then Grease the pan lightly with with cooking oil spray or with cooking brush. Once hot, add 1/3 or 1/2 cup of batter to the pan. Sprinkle the finely chopped vegetables on top of the batter.

  4. Now cover the omelette with a lid and lower the heat to lower medium. Let it cook while covered for about 1&1/2 minutes.

  5. Remove the lid. Spray the top of the omelette with some oil or use cooking brush to spread some oil on top.

  6. Carefully loosen the edges with a wooden flat spatula and flip carefully to cook on the other side. Let it cook for another minute or so from the other side. Do not press it while it cooks or the fluff will be gone.

  7. The Vegan Omelette is ready. Take it out and finish the rest of the batter likewise. It will give you 3-4 Vegan Omelettes. A good tip is to clean the pan with a wet paper towel after each omelette so that it doesn't burn. Serve it with some SPICY GREEN CHUTNEY or Ketchup or PICO DE GALLO/SALSA.

    Vegan Omelette is a simple,easy and flavorful recipe made with Chickpea Flour. It is called Omelette because of its soft and fluffy texture that is similar to the one made with eggs. The best part is that it is Gluten free as well. #veganbrunch #veganmeal #veganbreakfast #veganomelette #eggfreerecipes #egglessrecipes #chickpeaflourrecipes #besan #glutenfreerecipes #glutenfreebrunch #meatlessmeals #meatfreebrunch #meatlesseasterrecipes #omelette

I am sure you all will be trying this recipe soon. This is perfect not only as your breakfast but as any meal of the day. It can be a great after school snack for your kids or pack for your work lunch.

Vegan Omelette is a simple,easy and flavorful recipe made with Chickpea Flour. It is called Omelette because of its soft and fluffy texture that is similar to the one made with eggs. The best part is that it is Gluten free as well. #veganbrunch #veganmeal #veganbreakfast #veganomelette #eggfreerecipes #egglessrecipes #chickpeaflourrecipes #besan #glutenfreerecipes #glutenfreebrunch #meatlessmeals #meatfreebrunch #meatlesseasterrecipes #omelette

Vegan Omelette

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Chickpea flour / Besan

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Vegan Omelette is a simple,easy and flavorful recipe made with Chickpea Flour. It is called Omelette because of its soft and fluffy texture that is similar to the one made with eggs. The best part is that it is Gluten free as well. #veganbrunch #veganmeal #veganbreakfast #veganomelette #eggfreerecipes #egglessrecipes #chickpeaflourrecipes #besan #glutenfreerecipes #glutenfreebrunch #meatlessmeals #meatfreebrunch #meatlesseasterrecipes #omelette

Vegan Omelette

In my kitchen, you will always EAT HAPPY & STAY HAPPY!

Sonal

 

Punjabi Rajma Masala Instant Pot Recipe

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Punjabi Rajma Masala Instant Pot Recipe is a perfect way to enjoy authentic Punjabi Rajma with less effort. This is a No Onion & No Garlic Rajma Recipe and still has the perfect texture, flavor, and aroma. It is best served with Perfectly Cooked Basmati Rice.

Punjabi Rajma Masala Instant Pot Recipe is a perfect way to enjoy authentic Punjabi Rajma with less effort. This is a No Onion & No Garlic Rajma Recipe and still has the perfect texture, flavor, and aroma. It is best served with Perfectly Cooked Basmati Rice. #rajmacurry #rajmah #rajma #rajmamasala #indiancurry #redkidneybeans #instantpotcurry #instantpotvegancurry #instantpotglutenfree #instantpotvegetarianmeals #vegancurry #plantbased

Punjabi Rajma Masala Instant Pot Recipe

Punjabi Rajma Masala Instant Pot Recipe

Just like Punjabi Kadhi, Rajma is another favorite indulgence for my family. Can’t help it, that is how North Indian families live, from Kadhi to Rajma to Mah ki Dal to Chhole and so on. Whenever I ask the family what to cook over the weekend, Amit and Aanya are confused between Kadhi and Chhole, whereas Myraa has her answer fixed with Rajma. So this Rajma was made especially for her, as she calls it Red Beans.


Sabut Dal or Whole Lentils make a significant part of North Indian Meals and that is quite evident with the use of different varieties of Beans and Legumes in our diet. Well, I have to tell you that if you like Rajma then it has to go PUNJABI STYLE. The use of warm spices and the long hours of cooking imparts mesmerizing aroma and spell-binding flavor. You just can not stop at one serving.

Rajma-Chawal goes together which means Red Kidney Beans & Rice. It is a complete FOOD COMA. It resembles The Dirty Rice from Southern American meals. Rajma alone can give a tough competition to American Chili or should I say, it can easily be mistaken as Chili.

Since I am hooked on my Instant Pot, this Punjabi Rajma had to be cooked in it. You can see below, why?..

Why do I cook in Instant Pot?

  1. There is no Baby-sitting your cooking when using Instant Pot, since temperatures are always controlled and the food doesn’t get burnt or spoiled.
  2. I can multi-task my life easily without stress. All you parents can agree with me that when you have kids juggling around between school and activities, life gets PRRETTY fun. So, Instant Pot is a savior. You should believe me since I am a hater turned lover.
  3. Why not use Instant Pot, is rather I would ask.. It is a cooking gadget that is smartly programmed, makes your life easy, makes cooking effortless, you can actually plan your meals in advance and not worry about it. Moreover, it is mess-free one pot cooking.
  4. You come back home hungry and the food is ready, can you beat that? Set your food for cooking in the morning and it is done and ready when you are back. Takes so much stress away from everyday planning. FOOD IS TAKEN CARE OF when you plan with Instant Pot.
Punjabi Rajma Masala Instant Pot Recipe is a perfect way to enjoy authentic Punjabi Rajma with less effort. This is a No Onion & No Garlic Rajma Recipe and still has the perfect texture, flavor, and aroma. It is best served with Perfectly Cooked Basmati Rice. #rajmacurry #rajmah #rajma #rajmamasala #indiancurry #redkidneybeans #instantpotcurry #instantpotvegancurry #instantpotglutenfree #instantpotvegetarianmeals #vegancurry #plantbased

Punjabi Rajma Masala Instant Pot Recipe

Some Other Popular Instant Pot Recipes from my Blog are

Punjabi Kadhi Instant Pot Recipe

Saag Aloo in Instant Pot

Pav Bhaji Instant Pot Recipe

Matar Pulav in Instant Pot

Tuscan Vegetable Soup Instant Pot Recipe

Some RAJMA or RED KIDNEY BEANS Recipes from the blog are – Rajma & Soy Patties for Breakfast and Tomato and Red kidney Beans Baskets.

This is how you make Punjabi Rajma Masala in Instant Pot, which is a NO ONION & NO GARLIC RECIPE.

Here is the Stove Top/Pressure Cooker Recipe for the same.

Punjabi Rajma Masala Instant Pot Recipe is a perfect way to enjoy authentic Punjabi Rajma with less effort. This is a No Onion & No Garlic Rajma Recipe and still has the perfect texture, flavor, and aroma. It is best served with Perfectly Cooked Basmati Rice. #rajmacurry #rajmah #rajma #rajmamasala #indiancurry #redkidneybeans #instantpotcurry #instantpotvegancurry #instantpotglutenfree #instantpotvegetarianmeals #vegancurry #plantbased
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Punjabi Rajma Masala Instant Pot Recipe
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
55 mins
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
 

Punjabi Rajma Masala Instant Pot Recipe is a perfect way to enjoy authentic Punjabi Rajma with less effort. This is a No Onion & No Garlic Rajma Recipe and still has the perfect texture, flavor, and aroma. It is best served with Perfectly Cooked Basmati Rice.

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 6
Author: simplyvegetarian777
Ingredients
  • 2 cups Rajma / Red Kidney Beans I used small Jammu Rajma. Use any that is available.
  • 1/3 cup Chana Dal / Split Gram
  • 500 grams/ 1 pound Tomatoes juicy and plump
  • 1 Big Piece of Ginger about 1 tablespoon
  • 2 small Green chilies Use 1 for medium heat or Skip if you want to make it mild
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste
  • 4 cups Water
OILS & SPICES
  • 1 tablespoon Oil/Ghee
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
  • 1 Large Bay Leaf
  • 4 Pieces Cloves
  • 4 Pieces Black Pepper Corns
  • 1 Medium Cinnamon Stick
  • 1 Piece Black Cardamom
  • 2 Whole & Dry Red Chili
  • 1 Teaspoon Kashmiri Lal Mirch/ Fancy Paprika
  • 1 Tablespoon Coriander powder
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Red Chili Powder
  • 1 Teaspoon Garam Masala
  • 1 Teaspoon Kasuri Methi
  • 1 Teaspoon Amchur/Khatai/Dry Mango Powder
  • To Taste Salt
IF YOU DO NOT WANT THE LONG LIST OF SPICES, USE MARKET BOUGHT RAJMA MASALA.
  • 1 Tablespoon Oil
  • 1&1/2 to 2 Tablespoon Rajma Masala MDH or Shaan are good brands for this
  • TO Taste Salt
Instructions
IMPORTANT NOTE about IP Timings

  1. It takes about 6-7 minutes for IP to start the timer and once the timer is off, it takes IP about 10 minutes to release the pressure naturally. I have written actual time of cooking and have not included the extra time.

Soaking Rajma / Red Kidney Beans

  1. Take Rajma and Chana Dal in a large bowl and wash thoroughly in cold water. Soak both the beans for atleast 5-6 hours. For best results, soak overnight.

Making Punjabi Rajma Masala in Instant Pot
Cooking on SAUTE MODE

  1. Collect all the ingredients beforehand and place near Instant Pot. Wash the vegetables. Drain the water from the beans and set aside. Place the inner pot inside 6 quart Instant Pot and Plug it in. Set it on SAUTE MODE at MORE setting.

  2. Meanwhile, take a blender and add tomatoes, ginger and green chilies to it and make a fine puree. Once the IP screen displays HOT, add OIL, cumin seeds,bay leaf, cardamom, cloves, black peppercorn, cinnamon and dry whole red chilies to it. Saute for about 30-40 seconds and then add KASHMIRI LAL MIRCH + TOMATO PUREE + TOMATO PASTE to it.

  3. Give a good stir and then add all the other spices, besides Amchur to it. Stir once again. Cover with glass lid and let it simmer for 7-8 minutes till it looks slightly thick and cooked. Some people use covering lid specific for IP pots, where as I use any glass lid from my pots and pan collection.

  4. Once the tomato sauce is thick and the bright, add soaked rajma and chana + 4 cups Water to the tomato curry. SWITCH OFF THE SAUTE MODE. Place the IP LID and set the FLOATING VALVE to SEALING.

COOKING ON STEW/MEAT MODE or You may choose Bean/Chili mode as well.

  1. Set the IP on HIGH PRESSURE and MORE STEW MODE for 45 Minutes and forget about it. 

  2. Once the pressure is released, open the lid carefully. Add amchur/dry mango powder and give it a good stir. Cook further for 5 minutes on stew mode, uncovered. If Rajma is too thick for you, add warm water as desired and adjust salt and garam masala.

  3. Serve it hot with Basmati Rice or Naan. Or eat it as is like stew. I love it with a slice of rustic bread. 

I served my Punjabi Rajma with Basmati Rice, Yummy Aloo Methi and Loads of Salad.

I am sure you are going to try this recipe soon in your Instant Pot. If you do, then send me the feedback, or ask me any question. I will try my best to answer the queries.

Punjabi Rajma Masala Instant Pot Recipe is a perfect way to enjoy authentic Punjabi Rajma with less effort. This is a No Onion & No Garlic Rajma Recipe and still has the perfect texture, flavor, and aroma. It is best served with Perfectly Cooked Basmati Rice. #rajmacurry #rajmah #rajma #rajmamasala #indiancurry #redkidneybeans #instantpotcurry #instantpotvegancurry #instantpotglutenfree #instantpotvegetarianmeals #vegancurry #plantbased

Punjabi Rajma Masala Instant Pot Recipe

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Punjabi Rajma Masala Instant Pot Recipe is a perfect way to enjoy authentic Punjabi Rajma with less effort. This is a No Onion & No Garlic Rajma Recipe and still has the perfect texture, flavor, and aroma. It is best served with Perfectly Cooked Basmati Rice. #rajmacurry #rajmah #rajma #rajmamasala #indiancurry #redkidneybeans #instantpotcurry #instantpotvegancurry #instantpotglutenfree #instantpotvegetarianmeals #vegancurry #plantbased

Punjabi Rajma Masala Instant Pot Recipe

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Angoori Gulab Jamun Recipe

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Angoori Gulab Jamun is the smaller version of regular Gulab Jamun and is very popular because of its Grape-Like size. This recipe is done under 30 minutes from start to finish. It is a fail-proof recipe for its lovers.

Here is the detailed and easy recipe for Angoori Gulab Jamun. This recipe is done under 30 minutes from start to finish. It is a fail-proof recipe for Gulab Jamun Lovers. This is the small version of regular Gulab Jamun and is very popular because of its Grape-Like size. #gulabjamun #indianmithai #holidesserts #holirecipes #Angoorigulabjamun

Angoori Gulab Jamun

ANGOORI GULAB JAMUN

Any Gulab Jamun fans out there? Well, you can not be a bigger fan than I am. When these golden beauties dunked in syrup surface in front of my eyes, I just lose control. There is no count of how many of these I might have devoured in my lifetime.


Though the recipe for this mithai is pretty simple, I always thought that making Gulab Jamun is time-consuming. To be honest, I have had few failures making these. Finally, I perfected the ratio of the ingredients to get these done right.

 What is ANGOORI?

Angoori is derived from Angoor which is Grape in English. The size of these Gulab Jamuns is the size of Large Grapes. I love making portion controlled desserts and can still eat it all. Instead of eating 1 large Gulab Jamun, you can treat yourself to 3-4 of these cuties. Quicker and Easier to fry as well.

GULAB JAMUN FACTS {Sighting – WIKIPEDIA }

The real fact of its origin is unknown. Some believe that Turks brought Milk solids to India with invasion and Gulab Jamun evolved from that. Others believe that Mughal Emperor Shahjahan’s chef discovered it accidentally. The Food Historics believe that the real origin lies in Persian Roots.

Whatever the history says, Gulab Jamun has become a synonym of Indian Mithai Treasure and is a regular feature on celebrations and festivals.

Here is the detailed and easy recipe for Angoori Gulab Jamun. This recipe is done under 30 minutes from start to finish. It is a fail-proof recipe for Gulab Jamun Lovers. This is the small version of regular Gulab Jamun and is very popular because of its Grape-Like size. #gulabjamun #indianmithai #holidesserts #holirecipes #Angoorigulabjamun

Angoori Gulab Jamun

Gulab Jamun in simple words is Jamun (dark colored Indian fruit) dunked in sugar syrup essenced with rose water. The syrup has evolved in its flavor over the time with hints of cardamom and saffron.

IMPORTANT NOTES TO MAKE ANGOORI GULAB JAMUN

  1. Knead the mawa or khoya well.
  2. Forming tight shape with no cracks on the surface.
  3. Frying Gulab Jamuns at the right temperature. neither super hot nor cold. It needs the somewhat medium temperature to fry. Medium heat is ideal temperature.
  4. Sugar syrup also called as Chashni has to be right consistency or fried gulab jamun will disintegrate once placed in chashni.
  5. Sugar Syrup should not be hot when you put the hot gulab jamun in it. It should be warm. So prepare the syrup before you fry the gulab jamun.
  6. As soon as you fry gulab jamun, they have to be put in sugar syrup. You can not rest them and then put them in syrup.
Some Other MITHAI from BLOG are-

Milk powder gulab jamun, kalakand, mango Barfi, Gujiya, Milk Peda, Rasgulla and many more.

This is how to make Angoori Gulab Jamun.
Here is the detailed and easy recipe for Angoori Gulab Jamun. This recipe is done under 30 minutes from start to finish. It is a fail-proof recipe for Gulab Jamun Lovers. This is the small version of regular Gulab Jamun and is very popular because of its Grape-Like size. #gulabjamun #indianmithai #holidesserts #holirecipes #Angoorigulabjamun
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Angoori Gulab Jamum
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
 

Angoori Gulab Jamun is the smaller version of regular Gulab Jamun and is very popular because of its Grape-Like size. This recipe is done under 30 minutes from start to finish. It is a fail-proof recipe for its Lovers.

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 30 pieces
Author: simplyvegetarian777
Ingredients
Jamun Ingredients
  • 1 cup Khoya or Mawa finely grated. I used Nanak brand. Use fresh if available.
  • 2 Tbsp All purpose flour
  • 1/4 Tsp Baking Powder
  • 3+1/4 Tbsp Milk Warm
  • Oil for Deep Frying
Sugar Syrup or Chashni Ingredients
  • 2 Cups Sugar
  • 1&1/2 Cups Water
  • 1/2 Tsp Cardamom Powder
Instructions

  1. Making Chashni or Sugar Syrup

  2. You have to make Chashni before you make Jamuns for the recipe. You may do the preparation of jamuns before but fry these after making the sugar syrup.

  3. Take a broad heavy bottom pan. Add sugar, water and cardamom powder to it. Give it a good stir. Place it on the gas stove and heat it on medium-high heat. Once the sugar is dissolved in water, cook it for 5-7 minutes till the sugar syrup is heavy and thickened in consistency. Keep the heat on medium to high. Make sure that syrup is not as thick as 1 thread formation. We do not want thread consistency in the syrup or else jamuns will not be able to absorb the syrup. Once the syrup is done, switch off the heat and set it aside.

  4. For more flavoring, you may add either a pinch of saffron or 1 tsp of rose water to the syrup.

Making Jamuns

  1. Take a large mixing bowl. Add finely grated khoya/mawa + all purpose flour + Baking Soda to the bowl. First add 3 tbsp warm milk to it to make a dough. If required, add more milk, 1 tsp at a time to make a dough. Mix and knead the ingredients well to form a smooth dough.

  2. Now divide the dough into small 28-30 equal portions. These portions should form 28-30 smooth balls measuring 1 inch in diameter. Roll smooth and firm small balls out of each portion and keep aside. Make sure that they have no cracks on the surface.

  3. Take a heavy bottom pan or kadhai and put enough oil in it to deep fry the jamuns. Heat the oil on medium heat to deep fry. We do not want very hot oil for deep frying the jamuns or else they will burn as soon as dropped in oil.

  4. How to make sure that oil is at the right temperature to fry the jamuns? It is a simple test. Drop a pinch of dough to the hot oil. It should sink to the bottom fast but should not come to the surface or top of the oil immediately. You can see bubbles around it. It should take time to come to the surface of the oil.

  5. Fry 8-10 jamuns at a time. Be careful when flipping them or else these can break. It will take about 2 minutes for each lot to get done. Important thing to remember is - wait for 1 to 2 minutes before adding another lot of 8-10 jamuns, so that oil is at the right temperature to fry.

  6. As soon as the jamuns are fried, take them out of the oil and add these to the prepared sugar syrup. Repeat with each lot. 

  7. Gulab Jamuns are ready. Let them sit in syrup for at least 1/2 hour before eating.

  8. STORAGE - These can stay well at the room temperature for about 2 days in the syrup. 

 

So, all you Gulab Jamun lovers, bookmark this recipe. No more need to use any READY TO MAKE packets, to treat your taste buds right in an authentic way. And UGHHHH to those BREAD GULAB JAMUNS. Do I sound like a Gulab Jamun Snob? Well, I am very easy to please otherwise but can’t eat a bad gulab jamun. It has to be of a perfect texture and served warm.

I am sure you will be making these cute mini gulab jamuns this weekend. Make these for either your Holi party like I would be doing or make these effortless and easy Gulab Jamuns to treat your sweet tooth. I promise that nobody can stop at just one.

Here is the detailed and easy recipe for Angoori Gulab Jamun. This recipe is done under 30 minutes from start to finish. It is a fail-proof recipe for Gulab Jamun Lovers. This is the small version of regular Gulab Jamun and is very popular because of its Grape-Like size. #gulabjamun #indianmithai #holidesserts #holirecipes #Angoorigulabjamun

Angoori Gulab Jamun

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All purpose Flour

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Here is the detailed and easy recipe for Angoori Gulab Jamun. This recipe is done under 30 minutes from start to finish. It is a fail-proof recipe for Gulab Jamun Lovers. This is the small version of regular Gulab Jamun and is very popular because of its Grape-Like size. #gulabjamun #indianmithai #holidesserts #holirecipes #Angoorigulabjamun

Angoori Gulab Jamun

In my kitchen you will always EAT HAPPY & STAY HAPPY !!

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Best Vegetable Pulav Recipes

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Vegetable Pulav is a complete meal that is delicious, nourishing and a One Pot Preparation. It is a rice dish that has a combination of vegetables, Basmati Rice, whole spices and some other flavoring agents. The Pulav is best served with Pickles, Raita (yogurt dip) and Papad (papadoms). It tastes the best when served hot.

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Best Vegetable Pulav Recipes is a colelction of Pulavs or Pilafs Made with Basmati Rice and vegetables. Bookmark this post for your weekly meal planning or party needs. #pulav #pilaf #vegetablerpulav #rice #basmati #indianrice #pulao

Best Vegetable Pulav Recipes

BEST VEGETABLE PULAV RECIPES

Pulav is commonly spelled and known as Pilaf or Pulao in many other cuisines. It is a popular dish in Middle East, South Asia and Central Asia. Though, it is a rich dish prepared with good amount of ghee or oil, but it can be prepared easily with less amount of fat .


Pulao or Pulav is naturally gluten-free. You may use brown rice to substitute Basmati Rice.

All of these recipes can be made in PRESSURE COOKER and INSTANT POT.

This is a collection that is worth bookmarking for reference purpose, when planning the weekly menu or a party.

VEGAN OPTIONS TO MAKE PULAV

  1. Replace Ghee with Cooking Oil or Olive Oil
  2. If a recipe calls for the use of Yogurt, then it can be skipped and adapted accordingly.
  3. When the recipe calls for milk, either substitute with equal amount of water or use plant based milk like almond milk or soy milk or may be coconut milk.
  4. For people, who are not aware of Indian Whole spices and still want to make Pulav at home, then they may use 1/2 tsp of GARAM MASALA more or MARKET BOUGHT PULAV MASALA or BIRYANI MASALA.
IMPORTANT – PLEASE CLICK ON THE PICTURES OR TITLES FOR THE RECIPE.

Restaurant Style Basmati Rice

Rice recipes are incomplete without learning how to prepare the basic BASMATI RICE perfectly. This recipe is worth learning in order to obtain perfect looking and tasting Basmati every-time.

Basmati RIce cooked perfectly, exactly how Indian restaurants would serve you. Detailed and fail-proof recipe to follow. #indianrestaurantrice #basmatirice #ricerecipes

Restaurant Style Basmati Rice Recipe

Kashmiri Pulav

This recipe is inspired by popular Kashmiri flavors. A must try for sure. You can make it for week day or weekend or for your parties as well.

Kashmiri Mix Vegetables Pulav n' Apple Mint Raita is a famous pulav form the region of Kashmir. #pulav #kashmiripulav #vegetariankashmirirecipes

Kashmiri Mix Vegetables Pulav

Jodhpuri Pulav

This is an amazing Pulav with nuts and a Royal touch. You have to try this one to know what ROYAL is.

Jodhpuri Pulav is a royal and rich preparation from Jodhpuri cuisine. It is prepared with a selection of nuts and vegetables, cooked in yogurt and other whole spices. It is a complete meal in itself. #vegetablepulav #pilaf #pulao #jodhpuripulao

Jodhpuri Pulav

Gobhi Anaar Pulav

This Pulav is for my weight conscious and figure friendly friends, created by me under the DIABETES FRIENDLY THURSDAYS.

Gobhi Anar Pulav is figure friendly rice preparation made with brown rice, cauliflower and pomogrenate pearls. #pulav #vegetablepulav #cauliflowerrecipes #brownrice #diabetesrecipe #weightwatchers

Gobhi Anar Pulav

Onion Pulav

This is one of my favorite pulao from the collection. The recipe has Vegetable Korma recipe included as well and a must try for sure.

Vegetable Korma and Onion Pulav is a delicious and delicate combination of Ingredients, Spices and Textures. Korma is a flavorful curry base with addition of vegetables or protein of choice. Onion Pulav is a delicate rice preparation made with ghee, onions and basmati rice. #vegetablemeals #indiancuisine #indianrecipes #vegetarian #korma #kurma #onion #pulav #pilaf #pulao

Vegetable Korma and Onion Pulav

Matar Pulav

You can not go wrong with this pulav. This is one recipe that is loved by all. It is an easy and simple recipe. The recipe has Instant Pot and Stove Top instructions.

Instant Pot Matar Pulav is a delicious Pulav without much hassle. It is made with green peas and basamati rice. It is a glutenfree recipe and can be easily made vegan. #instantpotrecipes #instapotrice #matarpulav #pilaf #peaspulav #glutenfreemeal #vegan #lunchideas

Matar Pulav {Peas Pilaf} Instant Pot Recipe

Tawa Pulav

Griddle or Flat Pan is Tawa in Hindi. The left over Pav-haji is used and mixed with rice to create this super delicious Rice meal.

Tawa Pulav is a famous street food from Mumbai, India. It is made withleft over pav bhaji and rice. A complete meal for sure. #pavbhaji #rice #tawapulao #tavapulao #pilaf #vegetablepulao

Tawa Pulav

Wadi and Matar Pulav

Famous Punjabi Wadi is a dried Urad Dal Nugget and is a great way to preserve protein and use it as desired. This is my mother’s favorite Pulao. Do try it.

Wadi Matar Pulav is made with dried lentil nuggets and peas. It is a popular rice preparation from Punjab households, India. #wadi #vadi #wadipulao #pulav #vegetarianpulao #vegetarianpilaf #vegetablepulav

Wadi Matar Pulav

Mint & Peas Pulav

This is another great recipe for pulav with hints of mint along with peas to make PULAV. A good recipe for SABZ KADHAI which means pan cooked mix vegetables is also included.

Mint & Peas Pulav is a delicately flavored pulao with mint. It is a delicious meal in itself. #vegetarianpulao #vegetablepulao

Mint & Peas Pulav

Vermicelli Pulav

A very different kind of pulao using small thick dry vermicelli made of refined flour/maida. It is a great recipe for meals or snack and even weekend brunch. You may pack it for lunch box also.

Vermicelli Pulav or Namkeen Javey

Vermicelli Pulav or Namkeen Javey

I am sure you will keep this post bookmarjed for reference. Do not forget to pin and share it with your loved ones.

In my kitchen you will always EAT HAPPY & STAY HAPPY!

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Easy Thandai Mawa Cake Eggless Recipe

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Thandai Mawa Cake is an easy to make recipe that is egg-less as well. It is a very rich cake that tastes like Indian Mithai and is very decadent. This cake is a fitting recipe to celebrate Indian festivals with the flavors of Thandai infused and Mawa (milk solids) used.

Thandai Mawa Cake is a rich and decadent cake made with Thandai flavors and Mawa (milk solids). It tastes like Indian Mithai and has super moist texture. This cake is perfect to celebrate any Indian Festival. #egglesscake #eggfreecake #thandairecipe #mawacake #fusioncakes #indiancake #mithaicake

Thandai Mawa Cake

Thandai Mawa Cake

I always get high on life when the FESTIVAL of COLORS, HOLI is around the corner. Holi is on 1st and 2nd of March this year (2018). Though Pittsburgh is still shivering under winter blues here, I have got the reason to feel spring-like. Yes, that’s the magic of Holi. Since Childhood, I have loved this festival more than any other festivals. I still remember the eagerness and zest to color everybody in the family, inlcuding myself with Gulal and Abeer.

Few HOLI Facts

  1. The festival of Holi is celebrated for 2 days. HOLIKA DEHEN is observed on the first day and DHULENDI, the fun COLOR DAY is the 2nd day of the festival.
  2. It is a popular festival celebrated in the states of Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. With its popularity, it is now celebrated all over the world by NRIs (Non Resident Indians).
  3. Holi is a Hindu Festival from India, where folks celebrate victory of good over evil and to welcome SPRING. On this day, people believe to forgive each other and mend relationships, have fun together, crack jokes and laugh out loud. Holi fills the homes with zest and happiness.
  4. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HOLI, CLICK HERE.
Thandai Mawa Cake is a rich and decadent cake made with Thandai flavors and Mawa (milk solids). It tastes like Indian Mithai and has super moist texture. This cake is perfect to celebrate any Indian Festival. #egglesscake #eggfreecake #thandairecipe #mawacake #fusioncakes #indiancake #mithaicake

Thandai Mawa Cake

Few FACTS about THANDAI MAWA CAKE

  1. It is not a traditional cake but a fusion cake. You can call it as HOLI CAKE. This can be perfectly enjoyed as TEA CAKE.
  2. I have incorporated THANDAI SPICE MIX in a Basic Cake. Thandai Spice Mix is a special spice mix relevant to Holi.
  3. Addition of Mawa or Khoya makes it rich and decadent. Mawa adds Mithai Like Texture and Taste along with the spice mix and Rose Essence. To be precise, I felt like biting on Gulab-Jamun, when I tasted it. MAWA is Milk Solids. Check out this Gujiya recipe, to make Mawa at Home.
  4. Do not expect Sponge like texture for this cake. It is not a Sponge Cake.
  5. It might crack at the top while baking or may sink in the middle too. That is ok. All ovens are different and yield different results.
  6. This is a great cake to bake for your HOLI PARTIES and enjoy something different. Take it as a Hostess Gift.
  7. This cake does not require any special skills to bake. Just few ingredients and a cake pan to bake.

Some Eggless Bakes from the Blog – SUPER MOIST CHOCOLATE CAKE, BLENDER CHOCOLATE CAKE, VANILLA CAKE, MARBLE CAKE, BLUEBERRY LEMON CAKE and many more.

Check out Holi Recipes from the Blog – GUJIYA , KAANJI, NAMKEEN, THANDAI PUDDING, DAHI PAKODI, PUNJABI SAMOSA, ALOO KI KACHORI, BAKED MATHRI and many more.

This is how you make the Thandai Mawa Cake.
Thandai Mawa Cake is a rich and decadent cake made with Thandai flavors and Mawa (milk solids). It tastes like Indian Mithai and has super moist texture. This cake is perfect to celebrate any Indian Festival. #egglesscake #eggfreecake #thandairecipe #mawacake #fusioncakes #indiancake #mithaicake
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Thandai Mawa Cake
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
1 hr
 

Thandai Mawa Cake is an easy to make recipe that is egg-less as well. It is a very rich cake that tastes like Indian Mithai and is very decadent. This cake is a fitting recipe to celebrate Indian festivals with the flavors of Thandai infused and Mawa (milk solids) used.

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 1 loaf
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
  • 2&1/4 cups All Purpose Flour
  • 1/4 cup Corn Flour/Starch
  • 1&1/2 tbsp Thandai Spice Mix use home made or market bought
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1&1/2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 cup Khoya/Mawa grated fine or crumbled fine
  • 1&3/4 cups Sugar
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Yogurt, thick at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Cooking Oil
  • 1 tsp Rose Essence/ Rose Water optional
  • 1 cup Milk, warm microwaved for 30 seconds
Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Almonds roughly chopped
  • 2 tbsp Pistachios roughly chopped
  • 3-4 Dry Rose Petals use organic
Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven at 350*F or 180*C. Grease a 8 inches Cake Loaf pan with butter and Line with Parchment paper. Assemble all the ingredients together

  2. Take a Large Bowl and add all purpose flour, corn flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder to it. Take a fork and mix it well. I would advise you to pass all the ingredients through a sieve for best results. Corn flour needs to be well incorporated with all purpose flour. Now add Thandai Spice Mix to the flour mix. Mix well with a fork again.

  3. Take another big bowl. Add yogurt, oil and sugar to it. Take an electric beater and beat the mix on high speed for about 2 minutes. Sugar will be dissolved and the mix will be lighter. Now add Mawa/Khoya and Rose Essence/Water and beat it for another 1 minute.

  4. Start adding Dry flour mix and warm milk alternatively in 3 turns to this wet mix. This means, add 1 part of flour mix and 1/3rd cup of warm milk to the wet mix and stir well. Now add another 1/3rd of the flour and then 1/3rd cup of milk and mix well. Lastly, add the remaining flour and 1/3rd cup of war milk and mix well. Make sure that the ingredients of cake batter are well mixed. 

  5. Pour this cake batter in greased pan. Sprinkle almonds and pistachios and few dry rose petals on top. Tap the pan on the counter few times to make sure that batter is well settled in the pan.

  6. Place the pan in the middle of the oven. Bake it for 40-45 minutes till wooden pick comes out clean. Start checking the cake at about 38 minutes. All the ovens are different and the baking temperature will vary. This cake will have a brown color.

  7. Once fully baked, take the cake out. Let it rest in pan for 5 minutes. Then carefully take it out and place on cooling rack. Enjoy the cake while warm.

  8. NOTE - This cake tastes really amazing when eaten warm. You may microwave it for few seconds everytime before eating. It tastes amazing with tea and coffee. It is a perfect Tea Cake.

  9. STORAGE - Store in an air tight container when completely cooled down. I would actually refrigerate it if not consumed the same day, since it has mawa in it.

I am sure that all the Cake Enthusiasts are going to try this recipe for Holi this year. You can’t beat the taste of Mithai in a Cake. It’s like double the gain. Make this cake for your HOLI PARTY and impress your guests.

Thandai Mawa Cake is a rich and decadent cake made with Thandai flavors and Mawa (milk solids). It tastes like Indian Mithai and has super moist texture. This cake is perfect to celebrate any Indian Festival. #egglesscake #eggfreecake #thandairecipe #mawacake #fusioncakes #indiancake #mithaicake

Thandai Mawa Cake

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Electric Beater

Big Bowls

Cake Pan

Thandai Mix

Dry Rose Petals

Parchment Paper

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Thandai Mawa Cake is a rich and decadent cake made with Thandai flavors and Mawa (milk solids). It tastes like Indian Mithai and has super moist texture. This cake is perfect to celebrate any Indian Festival. #egglesscake #eggfreecake #thandairecipe #mawacake #fusioncakes #indiancake #mithaicake

Thandai Mawa Cake

In my kitchen, you will always EAT HAPPY & STAY HAPPY!

Sonal

Baked Chaat Katori

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This is a detailed recipe on how to make the Baked Chaat Katori for the famous KATORI CHAAT from India. Katori means Small Bowl. Chaat means a savory street side snack sold by street vendors on push carts. These katori or small cups can be used as Edible Salad Bowls also.

Baked Chaat Katori is a detailed tutorial on how to bake a small bowl or katori for the street food or chaat from India. These small cups are then filled with different savory and spicy filling and toppings. #streetfood #indianfood #chaat #healthyrecipes #bakedkatori #chaatkatori #katorichaat #veganbowls #ediblebowls #saladbowls

Baked Chaat Katori

Baked Chaat Katori

Katori Chaat is a famous Chaat from Northern part of India. Since Holi, the festival of colors is right around the corner, mention of chaat becomes more important. Why? Because, as far as I remember, Holi is all about Gulal (Dry Colors), Kanji, Gujiya, Chaat, Fun and Laughter. I am from Uttar Pradesh and I can vouch strongly that no other state of India knows how to celebrate Holi as the people of Uttar Pradesh do.


You can see happy faces for no particular reason around Holi. People are generally in cheerful mood since winter is over and bright days of spring are here. Holi is my favorite festival and my heart yearns for more and more CHAAT around this time. Anymore CHATORA(s) in the house? Raise your hands please. 😀

Baked Chaat Katori is a detailed tutorial on how to bake a small bowl or katori for the street food or chaat from India. These small cups are then filled with different savory and spicy filling and toppings. #streetfood #indianfood #chaat #healthyrecipes #bakedkatori #chaatkatori #katorichaat #veganbowls #ediblebowls #saladbowls

Baked Chaat Katori

Tips for Perfect Baked Katori for Chaat

  1. The dough matters. Make sure that the dough is not soft. Follow the instructions carefully as mentioned below in the recipe.
  2. The Temperature matters. If you will bake these on lower or higher temperature than recommended, these will either get tough or burnt.
  3. Cooling before using is recommended or these can get soggy.
  4. Do not roll these out thick or they will not be crispy.
  5. You may use all purpose flour for the complete recipe instead of a part of whole wheat flour. I like mixing whole wheat flour since it retains the shape of these bowls/katoris.
  6. READ THE RECIPE COMPLETELY and FOLLOW AS IS.

Some other Healthier Holi recipes from my Blog are – Baked Gujiya, Non Fried Dahi Pakodi, Kanji, Dry Roasted Chiwda, Dry Roasted Corn Chiwda, Air fried Salted Nuts and more. For more Katori Recipe Ideas, check this Savory and Sweet Katori Ideas by Ruchi’s Kitchen.

This is how to make Baked Chaat Katori.

I have given the recipe for OVEN BAKED as well AIR-FRIED Method. Both are excellent ways to make these Katoris, other than the usual deep fried mehtod which uses loads of oil.

Click here👇 for the small Video on steps to make Baked Chaat Katori

Baked Chaat Katori is a detailed tutorial on how to bake a small bowl or katori for the street food or chaat from India. These small cups are then filled with different savory and spicy filling and toppings. #streetfood #indianfood #chaat #healthyrecipes #bakedkatori #chaatkatori #katorichaat #veganbowls #ediblebowls #saladbowls
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Baked Katori Chaat
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
 

This is a detailed tutorial on making the Baked Chaat Katori to cater all the Chaat needs from the street food of India. Katori means Small Bowl. These can be used as Edible Salad Bowls also.

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 6
Author: simplyvegetarian777
Ingredients
  • 1 cup All purpose flour / Maida
  • 1/2 cup Whole wheat flour
  • 1 tbsp Cooking oil plus more for greasing
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 fat pinch Salt
  • 1/2 cup Warm Water
Instructions
Making the Dough

  1. Gather all the ingredients and a large mixing bowl.

    Baked Chaat Katori

  2. Add all the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl and mix well. 

    Baked Chaat Katori

  3. Now slowly add warm water to the mixing bowl, 1 tbsp at a time and start bringing the ingredients together in a dough. Make a tight dough. We do not want soft dough for this recipe. 1/2 cup water will not be used completely. Only few tablespoons of warm water will be used to make a tight dough. Knead for 2 minutes. Transfer the dough in an air tight container and let it rest for 10 minutes. Set aside.

    Baked Chaat Katori
OVEN BAKED METHOD

  1. PREHEAT THE OVEN AT 375*F or 190*C. 

  2. To make Baked Chaat Katori, we will use medium size Muffin Tray with 12 holes. Also, we are going to invert this muffin tray and use the back side of the tray. Grease these mounds with oil or cooking spray and set aside. You may use small Katoris also in case you do not have muffin tray. Use good steel quality katoris.

    Baked Chaat Katori

  3. After resting the dough for 10 minutes, divide it into 12 equal portions and transfer these back into the container. Keep them covered till ready to roll or they will dry out.

    Baked Chaat Katori

  4. Take 1 portion and roll into a perfect round dough ball. Now grease your clean work counter or rolling board with little oil. Roll out the dough ball into thin circular disc (like Poori), about 3.5 to 4 inches in diameter. Fork it thoroughly all over, so that it does not puff up while baking.

  5. Now place this forked disc on top of the inverted muffin mould. And pinch and fold the loose sides tightly, overlapping. Finish all the dough balls like that. 

  6. Place the muffin tray carefully inside the hot oven.

    Baked Chaat Katori

  7. Bake it in the oven for 12-15 minutes till they are golden and crisp. Mine were done in 12 minutes. Time can vary from oven to oven.

    Baked Chaat Katori

  8. Take out the muffin tray carefully. Let the katoris rest on muffin mould for 1 minute. Then carefully remove them from the muffin mould and keep on wire tray for cooling. Once cooled at room temperature, you can use these the same day or store in an air tight container for the future use.

    Baked Chaat Katori
STORAGE

  1. These shall stay good and crisp for 2-3 days in an air tight container. 

USES OF THESE KATORIS OR BOWLS

  1. You can stuff these with sprout chaat/salad or chickpea salad.

  2. Finely chopped vegetable sin dressing of your choice can be stuffed inside these.

  3. Make Tex Mex salad and fill these cups with the salad.

  4. Serve these with Dahi Wada Chaat.

AIR FRIED METHOD

  1. All the steps for AIR FRIED method would remain same for making dough and rolling the discs. For this method we need steel bowls or good steel quality katoris.

    Air Fried Chaat Katori

  2. Set the Air Fryer at 15 minutes Timer and at 375*F or 190*C. Meanwhile roll the discs and fork them. Cover the back of a greased katori neatly with rolled discs. Trim off any extra dough. When the Air fryer shows 10 minutes mark, place 3-4 katoris at a time, upside down, inside the bin of air fryer. AIR FRY for 8-10 minutes till golden and crisp. Take them out carefully. Remove katori from steel bowls after resting for 1 minute. Do not burn your hands. Your Air fried Katoris are ready for chaat.

I am sure you are already planning to make these Baked Chaat katori for your chatori… I man Katori needs. Now this is called Guilt-free indulgence. You can bake a cake and eat it too.. YAYYYY!! It is vegan as well.

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Baked Chaat Katori

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Muffin Tray

Cooling rack

Rolling Pin

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Baked Chaat Katori is a detailed tutorial on how to bake a small bowl or katori for the street food or chaat from India. These small cups are then filled with different savory and spicy filling and toppings. #streetfood #indianfood #chaat #healthyrecipes #bakedkatori #chaatkatori #katorichaat #veganbowls #ediblebowls #saladbowls

Baked Chaat Katori or Edible Baked Bowls

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