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Savory Chicken Cake

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﷽ Savory Chicken Cake| Delicious tea time snack Perfect for tea time, lunch boxes & Iftar This is one of those recipes that is simple to make, easy to prepare ahead, and so satisfying. A soft, lightly seasoned savory batter is baked with a delicious filling of spiced chicken, caramelized onions, vegetables and fresh herbs.  Once baked, the result is soft and golden on the outside, with a flavorful chicken filling tucked inside. Cut it into little squares and serve it as a tea-time snack, lunch-box treat, party appetizer or Iftar snack. I usually make a batch, refrigerate it and reheat in the oven in the morning for the kids' lunch boxes. And the best part? The filling can easily be customized with whatever you have on hand. Ingredients For the Chicken Filling 2 boneless chicken breasts Oil, for sautéing 1 tsp ginger paste 1 tsp garlic paste 2–3 onions, thinly sliced 1 green chilli, finely chopped, adjust to taste 1 carrot, grated (optional) A few slices of capsicum Fresh parsle...
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Halwa Puri Meal

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﷽ ﷽ Halwa Puri Meal | A Homemade Weekend Breakfast Feast There's nothing quite like a traditional Halwa Puri breakfast. Crispy, golden puris served with comforting Chole Ka Salan (chickpea curry), flavourful Aloo Ki Tarkari (potato curry), and sweet, fragrant Sooji Ka Halwa (semolina pudding) make the perfect combination for a special family breakfast, weekend brunch, or festive gathering. This is how I prepare a complete Halwa Puri meal at home. While it may seem like a lot of dishes, with a little planning everything comes together beautifully. Most of the components can even be prepared in advance, making the cooking process much easier. The Complete Meal Includes Crispy, puffed Puris Chole Ka Salan (Spiced Chickpea Curry) Aloo Ki Tarkari (Potato Curry) Sooji Ka Halwa (sweet semolina pudding) Pickles A hearty and satisfying meal that's perfect for sharing with family and friends. Every bite is worth the effort! Puri (Crispy Fried Bread) Ingredients Whole wheat flour (atta) S...
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Burgul Kibbeh

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﷽ One of our favourite snacks, especially during iftar! After browsing countless recipes and watching endless videos, I finally came up with a version that my family absolutely loves. I'm still not an expert at shaping them perfectly, but these tips have helped me make kibbeh that tastes just like the ones from high-end Arabic restaurants—crispy on the outside with a deliciously juicy filling. Recipe For the Kibbeh Casing 1 cup fine burgul (fine bulgur wheat) ½ cup fine semolina 1½- 2 Cups of boiling hot water ( approx) 1 medium potato, cooked (don't overcook) 1 medium onion, finely chopped or minced 1 tbsp cornstarch 2 tbsp flour Salt, to taste Black pepper, to taste ½ tsp 7 spice mix 1 tsp kibbeh spice mix (adjust to taste) For the Filling 400 g minced beef 2 onions, finely chopped 1–2 tbsp olive oil Salt and black pepper, to taste ½ tsp 7 spice mix 1–2 tsp kibbeh spice mix (adjust to taste) A handful of chopped walnuts 1 tsp sumac 1 tsp pomegranate molasses Finely chopped di...
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Apple Pie Parcels

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﷽ Crispy, flaky layers wrapped around a cinnamon-spiced apple filling — an effortless twist on a timeless classic. 🍎✨ Sometimes the best recipes are born from leftovers. After making a batch of samosas, I was left with a stack of samosa sheets. Usually, they would end up tucked away in the freezer, only to be forgotten for months. This time, I wanted to use them up while they were still fresh. It was Ramadan, and I had plenty of apples at home. That gave me the idea of making a simple apple pie filling and wrapping it in the samosa sheets instead of pastry. I used two sheets for each parcel, folded them into neat squares, and deep-fried them until beautifully golden. The result was even better than I expected—crisp, flaky pastry wrapped around a warm, cinnamon-spiced apple filling. My family absolutely loved them, and ever since, they've been requesting these Apple Pie Parcels more often than traditional apple pie! They're wonderfully simple to prepare, freezer-friendly, and p...
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How I Make Half-Cooked Rotis with a Roti Maker For Chappathis and Puris -My Weekly Meal Prep Hack

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﷽ .  How I Make Half-Cooked Rotis with a Roti Maker For Chappathis and Puris -My Weekly Meal Prep Hack If you've been following me for a while, you probably know that I love recipes and little kitchen hacks that make everyday cooking easier. One of my favourite meal prep routines is making a batch of half-cooked rotis and storing them in the refrigerator. These rotis are incredibly versatile. I cook them whenever I need soft chapathis, fry them into crispy puffed puris, or use the cooked as wraps for shawarma, tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas and so much more. They're always a lifesaver on busy days. The best part? You don't need to follow exact measurements. I usually eyeball everything depending on how much I want to make. The recipe below is simply a guide. The Dough I like using a combination of white flour and brown flour because that's how my kids enjoy them. However, you can make them using only white flour or only brown flour if you prefer. Ingredients 3 cups whit...
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How I make American Chopsuey with Indomie Friend noodles in Air fryer

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﷽ American Chop Suey (Air Fryer Version) with Indomie Fried Noodles This is my shortcut version of American Chop Suey using Indomie fried noodles and the air fryer. Honestly, it turned out so good that I don't miss the deep-fried version at all! The noodles come out wonderfully crisp, and the dish is packed with flavour. It's one of those meals that you just can't stop going back for. The part I dislike most about making Chop Suey is standing in front of the stove frying batch after batch of noodles. So when my family requested it recently, I decided to try air frying the noodles instead—and it worked beautifully! 1. Prepare the Crispy Noodles Ingredients 4 packets Indomie Fried Noodles Water, for boiling Oil, for coating Cornstarch, for coating Method Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook for 3 minutes, or according to the instructions on the packet. Drain the noodles well. Spread the noodles on a wide plate lightly greased with oil. Spray or drizzle a l...
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Sticky Rice Pudding with mango

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﷽ Rice Pudding with mango  Ingredients 1 cup glutinous rice 1½  cups water (for cooking rice) Pinch of salt 2 ½ – 3 cups of milk ¼-⅓ cup condensed milk (adjust to taste) Sugar (optional, as needed) 2–3 tsp cornstarch 2–3 tbsp cold milk (to mix with cornstarch) ½ tsp vanilla essence For topping: Fresh ripe mango slices Chopped nuts (pistachios, almonds, or cashews) Method Soak the rice Wash the glutinous rice well and soak for 30 minutes to 4 hours. Cook the rice In a pot, bring water and a pinch of salt to a boil. Add the soaked rice, cover, and cook on low heat for 25–30 minutes until soft. Add milk mixture Pour in milk and condensed milk. Mix well and bring to a gentle boil. Add sugar if needed. Thicken the pudding Mix cornstarch with cold milk and slowly pour into the pudding while stirring continuously. Cook until it thickens and starts bubbling. Flavor Turn off heat and stir in vanilla essence. Chill Pour into a serving dish, let it cool, then cov...
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Chola Puri

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﷽ Chola Puri is a comforting and satisfying meal loved across many homes. Crispy, fluffy puris paired with a warm, flavourful chickpea masala make a perfect breakfast, brunch, or hearty meal. To make things easier, I prepare half-cooked rotis in advance and fry them into puris whenever needed. It saves time and ensures fresh, puffed puris every time. How I Make Puri -Using Half-Cooked Rotis Ingredients Flour Salt Oil Yoghurt Water (to form a soft dough) Prepare the Dough In a kitchen machine or bowl, add flour, salt, oil, and yoghurt. Mix well, then gradually add water and knead into a soft, smooth dough. The dough should be softer than regular chapati dough. ( softer the dough thinner & softer  rotis) Cover and let it rest for a few minutes. Make Half-Cooked Rotis Divide the dough into small balls (for puris, I prefer smaller ones). Alternatively, make a larger chapati and cut into 2–4 pieces. Preheat the chapati maker. Flatten a ball slightly and place it a little above the c...
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