When it comes to desi desserts this has to be one of the simplest. It just takes a few simple ingredients and comes together in a jiff. And we all know desserts that happen in a jiff are just what we all need. Sooji ka Halwa is a sweet, nutty, roasted semolina based…
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Chicken Manchurian
Today’s recipe is Chicken Manchurian!! This was actually one of the first recipes I learned to make as a kid, so in the name of nostalgia it’s very near and dear to my heart. I’ve tweaked it over the years and come up with something that I quite enjoy. You’re probably wondering what…
Kheer (Pakistani Rice Pudding)
Kheer is an absolute classic Pakistani dessert and even better, it’s one of those desserts you can definitely put together in a pinch. But don’t worry, it definitely delivers on flavor despite using just a few every day ingredients. This sweet Pakistani rice pudding is creamy, aromatic and sure to satisfy your sweet…
Seviyan Kheer (Sweet Milky Vermicelli)
You may be wondering, what is Seviyan Kheer? Fair enough, it is a lesser known Pakistani dessert, but not for lack of deliciousness – because it is quite delicious! It’s a quick and simple dessert to make which is probably why it’s such a staple in Pakistani households. At the very least you…
Matar Paneer
You can’t go wrong with a paneer dish in the house. Kids love it, parents love it, your cat will probably like it (please don’t feed this to any animal), and, of course, you’ll love it! What’s paneer, you ask? Well, I am here to tell you! Paneer is a soft, savory cheese…
Chapli Kebab
Pakistan is definitely known for its variety of kebabs and I love cooking and eating each and every one of them. I also think all of you should be able to eat them so here I am with one of Pakistan’s many traditional kebabs, Chapli Kebab. This spicy, aromatic kebab is known for…
Chaat Papri
I think we all have those homemade snacks that we just crave and love that a bag of potato chips just won’t cover. For me, it’s definitely Chaat Papri (or Papri Chaat). Chaat Papri is a traditional street food found all over the Indian subcontinent, which includes Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh! There are…
Tehari Rice
Tehari or Tahri or Tehri, however you may spell it or say it, is a fragrant yellow rice dish common in Southeast Asia. It gets it’s iconic yellow hue by being cooked in a spice (primarily composed of turmeric) infused water. You can dress it up by adding other vegetables like green beans,…
Shrimp Biryani
There is nothing like a freshly made, steaming bowl of Biryani. It’s one of THE most iconic dishes in Pakistan and I can’t wait to share my recipe with y’all. Biryani, for those who don’t know, is a rice dish made with a curried protein layered in between aromatic basmati rice. It can…
Aloo ke Kebab (Potato Kebabs)
Potatoes are such a versatile ingredient, I mean, everyone knows this but really have you ever thought about the amount of recipes that potatoes are in? Sure, you can say that about about anything but you can do so much to a potato—boil it, roast it, mash it, fry it and just everything…