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  🍥 Bengali Sandesh (Sondesh) Recipe |  Traditional Mishti Made Easy Learn how to make soft and delicious Bengali Sandesh (Sondesh) with just 3 ingredients! A quick, traditional sweet made from chenna that's perfect for festivals and celebrations. 📝 Introduction Sandesh (or Sondesh) is a beloved Bengali sweet made from fresh chenna (paneer), sugar, and cardamom. Light, soft, and mildly sweet — it’s one of the easiest Indian sweets to prepare and a must-have during Durga Puja, Diwali, or any special occasion. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through how to make authentic Bengali Sandesh at home in just a few steps. With no deep frying and minimal ingredients, this recipe is perfect even for beginners. 🛒 Ingredients 1 liter full-fat milk 2 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar 4 tbsp powdered sugar (adjust to taste) ½ tsp cardamom powder (elaichi) Chopped pistachios or saffron strands (for garnish, optional) 👨‍🍳 How to Make Sandesh – Step-by-Step Recipe Step...

 🧁 Ghewar Recipe | How to Make Traditional Rajasthani Ghewar at Home Learn how to make delicious, crispy and juicy Rajasthani Ghewar at home with this easy step-by-step ghewar recipe. Perfect for festivals like Teej and Raksha Bandhan! 📋 Ingredients for Ghewar: For Ghewar Batter: 1 cup all-purpose flour (maida) 2 tbsp ghee (clarified butter) ½ cup chilled milk 1 ½ to 2 cups chilled water Ice cubes Ghee or oil (for deep frying) A cylindrical mould or deep ring mould For Sugar Syrup: 1 cup sugar ½ cup water A few saffron strands (optional) ¼ tsp cardamom powder For Garnishing: Chopped dry fruits (almonds, pistachios) Silver vark (optional) Rabri (optional) 🧑‍🍳 How to Make Ghewar – Step-by-Step Step 1: Prepare the Batter Mix ghee with ice cubes until it becomes white and fluffy. Add chilled milk and mix well. Add maida and gradually add water to make a smooth, thin batter. It should have pouring consistency. Step 2: Prepare Sugar Syrup Boil sugar and water together until it reache...

  🥗 Chana Chaat Recipe | Healthy & Spicy Indian Chickpea Salad Try this quick and healthy Chana Chaat recipe – a spicy Indian chickpea salad made with boiled chana, veggies, and tangy spices. Perfect for snacks or a light meal! 📝 Introduction Chana Chaat is a popular Indian street food snack that combines the goodness of boiled chickpeas (chana) with fresh vegetables and flavorful spices. It's light, protein-rich, and bursting with tangy and spicy flavors — making it an ideal choice for health-conscious food lovers. Whether you're looking for a quick evening snack or a nutritious salad, this Chana Chaat recipe is simple, delicious, and ready in minutes! 🛒 Ingredients 1 cup boiled chickpeas (white or black chana) 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 medium tomato, finely chopped 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional) ½ cucumber, diced 1 small boiled potato, diced (optional) 1 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, chopped 1 tsp lemon juice ½ tsp chaat masala ½ tsp roasted cumin powde...

  🫓 Homemade Punjabi Paratha Recipe  | Traditional Indian Flatbread Learn how to make authentic homemade Punjabi paratha with this simple step-by-step recipe. Perfect for breakfast or dinner, this Indian flatbread is crispy, flavorful, and easy to prepare. 📝 Introduction Punjabi Paratha is one of the most loved dishes from North India. These stuffed or plain flatbreads are traditionally cooked with ghee or butter and served hot with curd, pickle, or chai. Whether you’re craving a hearty breakfast or a comforting dinner, this homemade Punjabi paratha recipe will never disappoint! In this blog post, we’ll guide you through how to make crispy, flaky, and delicious Punjabi parathas at home with simple ingredients. 🛒 Ingredients for Punjabi Paratha For Dough: 2 cups whole wheat flour (atta) ½ tsp salt Water (as needed) 1 tsp oil or ghee (optional) For Stuffing (Optional – Aloo Paratha Style): 2 boiled potatoes, mashed 1 green chili, finely chopped 1...

  🫓 Khakhra Recipe – A Crispy & Healthy Gujarati Snack  🏠 Introduction: Khakhra is a traditional and crispy Gujarati snack made from whole wheat flour and spices. It is a healthy and light snack, often enjoyed with tea or pickle. Known for its crunch and long shelf-life, khakhra is a perfect addition to your daily diet, especially for weight watchers. 🧂 Ingredients for Khakhra: (For 8–10 pieces) Whole wheat flour – 1 cup Salt – to taste Carom seeds (ajwain) – ½ tsp Cumin seeds – ½ tsp Red chilli powder – ¼ tsp (optional) Ghee or oil – 1 tbsp (for dough) Water – as needed (for kneading) Ghee or oil – for roasting 👩‍🍳 How to Make Khakhra – Step-by-Step Method: 1. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix whole wheat flour, salt, ajwain, cumin, red chilli powder, and 1 tbsp ghee. Slowly add water and knead into a firm dough. Cover and let it rest for 15–20 minutes. 2. Roll the Khakhra: Divide dough into small balls. Roll each ball into a ...

  Crispy & Spicy Kachori Recipe | Homemade Khasta Kachori Introduction: Kachori is a beloved Indian snack known for its crispy crust and flavorful filling. Whether it's moong dal kachori , aloo kachori , or raj kachori , this spicy treat is perfect with a hot cup of chai. In this blog, we’ll walk you through a traditional khasta kachori recipe you can easily make at home. 🌾 Ingredients for Kachori Dough: 2 cups all-purpose flour (maida) 1/4 cup ghee or oil Salt to taste Cold water (as needed) 🌿 Ingredients for Moong Dal Filling: 1/2 cup yellow moong dal (soaked for 3–4 hours) 1 tbsp fennel seeds (saunf) 1 tsp cumin seeds 1/2 tsp asafoetida (hing) 1 tsp red chili powder 1 tsp coriander powder 1 tsp garam masala Salt to taste 1 tbsp oil 🥣 Instructions: Step 1: Prepare the Dough Mix flour, salt, and ghee/oil in a large bowl. Rub until it becomes crumbly. Add cold water gradually to knead into a soft, smooth dough. C...