Zesty Tomato-Potato Dum || Dum Aloo

by gauravjaiswalHealth & Lifestyle, UncategorizedPosted on No Comments

Dum Aloo is a popular Indian dish made with boiled and deep-fried baby potatoes that are cooked in a flavorful spiced tomato-based sauce. The potatoes are first boiled and peeled, then coated in a mixture of besan (chickpea flour) and spices and deep-fried until golden brown. The sauce is made by sautéing onions, ginger, and garlic, and then adding a mixture of ground spices, tomatoes, and water. The fried potatoes are added to the sauce and simmered until the sauce thickens and the flavors have melded together. Dum Aloo is often served with rice or roti and garnished with fresh coriander leaves. It can also be served with a side of raita or yogurt to balance out the spiciness of the dish.

Ingredients:

  • 4 medium potatoes, boiled and peeled
  • Besan(gram Flour)
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1 inch piece of ginger, minced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1 green chili, minced
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 bay leaf
  • a pinch of hing (asafoetida)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp Kashmiri chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp garam masala
  • a pinch of black pepper
  • a pinch of ground clove
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tsp amchur (dried mango powder)
  • 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
  • 1 tsp dried methi (fenugreek) leaves

Instructions:

  1. Cut the boiled and peeled potatoes into 1-inch cubes. You can also take baby potatoes.
  2. Prepare a besam mix with water, besan, salt, turmeric and coriander powder. Coat potatoes with besan
  3. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the potato cubes and fry until they are browned on all sides. Remove the potatoes from the pan and set aside.
  4. In a separate pan, heat a teaspoon of oil over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and let them splutter. Add the bay leaf and hing, and fry for a few seconds.
  5. Add the diced onion and fry until it is translucent and fragrant.
  6. In a blender, grind together the ginger and tomato to make a paste. Add this paste to the pan with the onion and fry until the raw smell goes away.
  7. Add the salt, red chili powder, Kashmiri chili powder, garam masala, black pepper, and ground clove to the pan and fry for a few more minutes until the oil separates from the masala.
  8. Add the water to the pan and bring it to a boil. Add the fried potatoes and let the sauce simmer for 5-8 minutes.
  9. Season the sauce with amchur, coriander leaves, and dried methi leaves. Serve hot with rice or roti. Enjoy!

From Boring to Delicious: A Ghee Fried Rice Recipe for Leftover Rice

by gauravjaiswalUncategorizedPosted on No Comments

A Ghee Fried Rice Recipe for Leftover Rice is a blog that offers a quick and easy recipe for turning leftover rice into a delicious and satisfying meal. The recipe involves frying the leftover rice with ghee, cumin seeds, onions, tomatoes, and a variety of spices, resulting in a flavorful and aromatic dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The blog also includes tips on how to customize the recipe to suit your taste preferences and how to serve the ghee fried rice with your favorite accompaniments. Whether you have a lot of leftover rice or just a little, this recipe is a delicious and convenient way to use it up and avoid food waste.

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon ghee
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste
  • chilli flakes, to taste
  • red chilli sauce, to taste
  • 2 cups leftover cooked rice
  • fresh coriander leaves, chopped
  • lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions:

  1. Take a pan and heat the ghee over medium heat.
  2. Add the cumin seeds and let them splatter.
  3. Add the diced onion and fry until it turns brown.
  4. Add the diced tomato and fry for a few more minutes.
  5. Season with salt, black pepper, chilli flakes, and red chilli sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add the leftover cooked rice and mix well with the vegetables.
  7. Add a handful of fresh coriander leaves and mix well.
  8. Fry for a few more minutes until the rice is heated through.
  9. Season with more fresh coriander leaves, teaspoon of fresh cow ghee and serve with lemon wedges on the side. Enjoy!

To watch a quick recipe video please click here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CmTuckhMdyk/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Beyond the Honeymoon Phase: Understanding Why People Leave Relationships Despite Feeling Love!

by Neha ChaudharyLove, RelationshipsPosted on No Comments

Love is a complex and multifaceted emotion that can bring great joy and fulfillment, but it can also bring heartbreak and pain. Many people have experienced the feeling of falling in love, only to have the relationship come to an end despite both partners professing their love for each other. So why do people leave each other when they testify that they love each other?

One reason why people may leave a relationship despite feeling love for their partner is that they have different goals and priorities. While love may bring two people together initially, it may not be enough to keep them together if they have fundamentally different visions for their lives. For example, one partner may want to focus on their career while the other wants to start a family, or one may want to travel the world while the other wants to put down roots in one place. In these cases, the love that the partners feel for each other may not be enough to overcome their conflicting goals and priorities.

Another reason why people may leave a relationship is that they have grown apart over time. Even if two people are deeply in love when they first start dating, it is possible for them to drift apart as they grow and change as individuals. This can happen for a variety of reasons, such as changes in interests, values, or personal growth. In these cases, the love that the partners feel for each other may not be enough to keep them together if they have grown apart and are no longer compatible.

A third reason why people may leave a relationship despite professing their love for each other is that they are facing challenges or conflicts that they are unable to resolve. All relationships go through ups and downs, and it is normal for couples to have disagreements or face challenges. However, if a couple is unable to effectively communicate and resolve their issues, the love that they feel for each other may not be enough to keep them together. This can be especially true if the challenges or conflicts are severe or persistent, as they can erode the trust and connection that are essential to a healthy relationship.

A fourth reason why people may leave a relationship despite loving their partner is that they are not feeling fulfilled or happy in the relationship. Love is an important foundation for a healthy relationship, but it is not the only factor. People also need to feel a sense of connection, respect, and mutual support in order to be truly happy in a relationship. If one or both partners are not feeling fulfilled or happy in the relationship, the love that they feel for each other may not be enough to keep them together.

Finally, people may leave a relationship despite feeling love for their partner because they have fallen out of love or have developed feelings for someone else. Falling out of love is a natural part of the relationship cycle, and it is not uncommon for people to lose the feelings of infatuation and passion that they had when they first started dating. Similarly, it is possible for people to develop feelings for someone else while they are in a committed relationship, even if they still love their current partner. In these cases, the love that the partners feel for each other may not be enough to keep them together, as they have changed or moved on emotionally.

In conclusion, there are many reasons why people may leave each other when they testify that they love each other. Love is an important foundation for a healthy relationship, but it is not the only factor. People may leave a relationship due to conflicting goals and priorities, drifting apart over time, unresolved conflicts and challenges, a lack of fulfillment or happiness, or a change in feelings. Understanding these factors can help people to navigate the ups and downs of relationships and to make informed decisions about whether to stay together or to go their separate ways.

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