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Hacks for Handling a Spicy Hot Curry - Simply Done

Simple kitchen hacks for reducing spice or heat in a curry gone spicy। Handling a spicy hot curry I recently went overboard with chillies while making red kidney beans (rajma). My 14 year old just couldn’t handle the chilli and looked helpless. It was a disaster at the lunch table. This is what made me think about putting up a post handling spicy hot curry if your vegetables, meat or chicken have got over heated. There are several ways of reducing the heat in a dish that has got infused with too much chilli. Spice or heat in chilies is added by a crystalline alkaloid called capsaicin, which is found in chilis. Also, do remember that smaller the chili, more heat it will add. Bhut jolokia and bird eye chilis are classic examples of such chilis. Here are several simply kitchen hacks to help you reduce the chili if you have gone a bit overboard. If you have one of yours, do write in and I’ll be happy to add it to this list. Handling a Spicy Hot Curry सब्ज़ी या करी में तीखा कम करने की विध

Kadai Chicken Recipe, Delicious Wok Fried Chicken & Capsicum Masala

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Kadai Chicken Recipe, Delicious Wok Fried Chicken & Capsicum Masala Recipe Kadai chicken recipe is a ridiculously simple and no fuss recipe. The name kadai chicken owes its origin to the Indian Kadai or wok . Two ingredients critical to a great kadai chicken are coriander seeds and capsicum. These make it aromatic, flavourful and colourful. Kadai Chicken is quick to make and delicious to eat. Kids usually love it since it is low on spices. Another hit kadai dish that you should check out is kadai paneer . Whenever you are short on ideas on what to make for a meal, kadai chicken always hits the mark. Check the recipe out and let me know how you fared if you make it. Kadai Chicken Recipe कढ़ाई चिकन बनाने की विधि Indicatives for making Kadai Chicken Recipe, Wok Fried Chicken & Capsicum Masala Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Cooking Gizmos: A Kadai or wok Servings: 3 easily Stuff you’ll need for Kadai Chicken Recipe, Wok Fried Chicken & Capsicum Masala wha

Mango Salsa Maggi Recipe - Effortless and Tasty

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Mango Salsa Maggi Recipe – Effortless & Tasty Mango salsa maggi recipe calls for mango salsa and Maggi noodles. Both ingredients need to be prepared separately and then combined. One can never go wrong with these effortlessly tasty Maggi noodles. Fast to cook, tasty to eat. Combined with just the right kind of ingredients, Maggi noodles hop on to a higher level. The mango salsa maggi recipe does just that. Maggi noodles have been a hit ever since they were launched in India in the 80s. With its ease of preparation and great taste, the instant noodles came to the rescue for hostel students, bachelors and for those who were not interested in cooking. Unlike instant noodles in the United States, which was the epitome of the sad bachelor with a hot plate, Maggi managed to sell itself in India as piping hot mother’s love thereby becoming a favorite with kids and adults alike. Mango Salsa Maggi Recipe आम साल्सा वाली मैगी बनाने की विधि Indicatives for making Mango Salsa Maggi Recipe Pre

Simplest Orange Dressing Recipe - Fantastic for Salads

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Orange Dressing Recipe – Fantastic for Salads Orange Dressing recipe is real quick and easy recipe to dress any kind of salad that needs a bit of sweetness. This orange dressing is sure to bring out the best in your salads with its refreshing flavour. Check out my cucumber ribbons salad recipe that uses orange dressing. Notes : I have used smoked salt but you can use regular salt. I have used freshly cracked peppercorns, however, you can use black pepper if peppercorns are not available. I have used white wine vinegar but you can use any kinds. Fresh works best. Though, since I didn’t have fresh oranges but loads of orange juice, I went with it. Orange Dressing Recipe संतरे की ड्रेसिंग बनाने की विधि Indicatives for making Orange Dressing Recipe Preparation Time: 5 minutes Cooking/ Making time: 5 minutes Cooking Gizmos:  Food Processor Servings: Makes 100 ml of dressing Stuff you’ll need for Orange Dressing Recipe what goes in? what kinds? how much? Orange Juice I used Dabur Real 1/4

Cucumber Ribbons Salad Recipe - Light & Refreshing

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Cucumber Ribbons Salad Recipe – A Really Light & Refreshing Salad Cucumber ribbons salad recipe gets prepared in no time and goes very well with chicken and fish. The orange dressing and cucumber are a match made in heaven. Enjoy this scrumptious & refreshing salad on its own or with your favorite meat dish. I paired this recently with my chicken cordon bleu recipe and the results were outstanding. Cucumbers are 19% water and contribute just 16 calories. They are a rich source of vitamin K and form a part of daily salad in an Indian meal. Enjoy the freshness of cucumbers and orange. It’s delightful. Cucumber Ribbons Salad Recipe खीरा रिबन सलाद बनाने की विधि Indicatives for making Cucumber Ribbons Salad Recipe Preparation Time: 5 minutes Cooking/ Making time: 5 minutes Cooking Gizmos: Mixing Bowl & Peeler Servings: Feeds 4 Stuff you’ll need for Cucumber Ribbons Salad Recipe what goes in? what kinds? how much? Cucumber Sliced in ribbons 1 No. Orange Dressing 4 tbsp Process