This is a fusion recipe with the combination of  the traditional Gulab Jamun with coconut Rabri.Great combination which is worth trying.

INGREDIENTS:                                             

Gulab jamuns (RECIPE) pieces cut  into halves

-  10-15

FOR THE COCONUT RABRI:

• Milk-2 liter
• Condensed milk-1/2 cup
• Sugar-1/2 cup
• Khova(milk extract)-1/2 cup
• Cardamon powder-1/2 tsp
• Cream-1/2 cup
• Saffron- a pinch
• Mixed dry fruits chopped-2 tbsp
• Tender coconut shredded-1/4 cup
• Rose syrup-2-3 tbsp

PREPARATION:

1. Take a pan and add  milk, condensed milk, sugar, cream,khova together and simmer for 1-2 hours or until it thickens.
2. Add in cardamon powder for flavoring.
3. Switch off the flame when it is thick and mix in shredded tender coconut .
4. To serve, in a plate place a bed of Rabri and place Jamuns on top, garnish with nuts ,saffron, rose syrup,and  served chilled.
5. This is a famous north Indian Punjabi dish served after a sumptuous meal.

INGREDIENTS:                                            

• Maida (All-purpose flour)-250 gm
• Sweetened Condensed Milk-400 gm tin
• Cocoa Powder- 2-3 tbsp
• Baking Powder-1 tsp
• Cooking Soda-1 tsp
• Butter-150 gm
• Aerated Cola Drink-200 ml
• A pinch of Salt
• Dairy Milk Chocolate-1 bar
• Fresh Whipped Cream-250 gm
• Cherries-10

PREPARATION:

1. Melt butter in a thick bottomed pan on very low flame.
2. Remove from the flame and let the butter cool.Add condensed milk and mix well.
3. Sift maida,cocoa powder,baking powder,cooking soda and salt together.Make sure there are no lumps in the mixture.
4. Take a pan with little butter and put the maida mixture with the condensed milk-butter mixture.Add aerated cola and mix it well.
5. Grease a baking tray with little butter.Dust it with maida and keep it aside.
6. Pour the batter into the greased baking tray and bake for 30 to 40 minutes at 175 degrees C (350 degree f).
7. When done,let it cool and then slit it horizontally into two or three do carefully and make it even.
8. Whip the cream till light and fluffy.Make a layer in the middle of the cake layers like sandwich,with whipped cream and cherries.
9. Top with whipped cream and cherries.
10. Grate dairy milk chocolate bar and sprinkle over the cake.refrigerate to set whipped cream.
11. Drip out some sugar syrup on the cherries to get it stick well with the cake.Decorate more with whipped cream mixture in cones.
12. Serve it chilled.

INGREDIENTS:                                                  

• Fresh boiled spaghetti-1 packet or as required
• Chicken pieces-1/2 kg
• Canned green peas- 1 cup
• Potatoes (in slices): 1-2, like finger chips
• Thin Carrot slices-1/2 cup
• Green chili- 4-5
• Tomato paste- 3-4 tbsp
• Garlic paste- 1 tbsp
• Red chili powder- 1tbsp
• Salt to taste
• Cream cheese- 3-4 tbsp
• Oil as required

PREPARATION:

1. Heat oil in a pan,add garlic paste,followed by chili powder and salt.
2. Saute a little,add chicken pieces,tomato paste,cook on low heat till the gravy thickens.
3. Add all the veggies and cook.Add cream cheese,and remove from fire.
4. Mix well add chopped cilantro for garnishing,you can either mix the spaghetti in the gravy,or dish out the sauce on top of the boiled hot spaghetti and garnish accordingly.Serve hot this yummy spaghetti…

Now you can begin the Valentine lunch …….with  spicy dishes.

VALENTINE LUNCH RECIPES

Chicken Risotto

INGREDIENTS:

• Arborio Risotto- 100 Gm                         
• Chicken julienne-4 tbsp
• Chicken Breast- 1 Nos
• Chopped Garlic- 5 Gm
• Chopped Onions- 5 Gm
• Salt To taste
• Crushed Black Pepper- 5 Gm
• Chicken Stock-1/2 Lt
• Olive Oil- 100 Ml
• Mushrooms- 20 Gm
• Fresh Cream -2 tbls
• Cheese- 20 Gm

PREPARATION:

1. Cook Arborio Risotto rice (a fat, starchy, medium grain rice) on low heat with chicken stock for about 30 minutes or till done (Its high starch content is released in the slow cooking process, creating a creamy consistency).
2. In a pan heat Olive oil and saute onion & garlic
3. Add the Chicken Julienne’s in it and soaked sliced mushrooms and pepper.
4. Add the Pre- cooked risotto and cook it further with some more chicken stock.
5. Once cooked, add fresh cream & finish with chopped cilantro & grated cheese over it.
6. Serve in a deep dish garnished with cheese.
7. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat add chicken breast soaked in salt,pepper,chili,crushed garlic for about 30 minutes, and cook 3 minutes on each side or until done. Cut chicken lengthwise into slices,and serve on top with the risotto.

Chicken Pasta

INGREDIENTS:

• Boneless,skinless chicken breasts-2 in nos   
• Kosher salt-1/4 teaspoon
• Freshly ground pepper-1/4 teaspoon
• Canola oil-1 tablespoon
• Green bell peppers, thinly sliced-2
• Onion thinly sliced-1 large
• Hot paprika-2 teaspoons
• Crushed tomatoes-1 1/2 cups
• Chicken broth-1/2 cup
• Lemon juice-1 tablespoon
• Sour cream-1/4 cup
• Chopped fresh parsley-2 tablespoons
• Boiled macaroni,pasta-2 cups

PREPARATION:

1. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.Heat oil in a pan and fry chicken on low heat,turning occasionally,until browned,3 to 5 minutes.Transfer to a plate.
2. Add bell peppers and onion to the pan and cook,covered,over medium stirring occasionally, until cooked.Add paprika,tomatoes,broth and lemon juice.
3. bring to a boil.Return the chicken to the pan; reduce heat.Spoon some sauce over the chicken and cook,turning occasionally, until the sauce is reduced and the chicken is cooked through,mix in the boiled pasta,and cook for two minutes.
4. Remove from the heat,stir in sour cream.Sprinkle with parsley,and serve hot with salad .

Valentine  special recipes !!!!

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What happens ,if you want to make a romantic meal for your valentine,but clueless.Don’t fret, try our amazing meal.Entice all the senses by flavors,taste and especially sight.Yes,set a beautiful table with every dishes decorated in its own way,and don’t forget the candles and flowers.  Even a simple dish with flower decorations,tempts to be romantic.

These Valentine’s Day recipes are a perfect way to celebrate a special relationship or just treat yourself and your family on this special valentine’s day occasion.

BREAKFAST RECIPE:

SPICED SPAGHETTI

INGREDIENTS:                                            

• Fresh boiled spaghetti-1 packet
• or as required
• Chicken pieces-1/2 kg
• Canned green peas- 1 cup
• Potatoes (in slices): 1-2, like finger chips
• Thin Carrot slices-1/2 cup
• Green chili- 4-5
• Tomato paste- 3-4 tbsp
• Garlic paste- 1 tbsp
• Red chili powder- 1tbsp
• Salt to taste
• Cream cheese- 3-4 tbsp
• Oil as required

PREPARATION:

1. Heat oil in a pan,add garlic paste,followed by chili powder and salt.
2. Saute a little,add chicken pieces,tomato paste,cook on low heat till the gravy thickens.
3. Add all the veggies and cook.Add cream cheese,and remove from fire.
4. Mix well add chopped cilantro for garnishing,you can either mix the spaghetti in the gravy,or dish out the sauce on top of the boiled hot spaghetti and garnish accordingly.Serve hot this yummy spaghetti…

CHEESE MACARONI

INGREDIENTS:                    

• Elbow Macaroni-100 gm
• Cheese sauce-2 tblcp
• Grated cheese-50 gm
• Salt to taste
• Pepper powder-1 tsp
• Breadcrumbs-1 tblsp
• Butter-25 gm

PREPARATION:

1. Boil macaroni until cooked,but don’t overcook.Drain well.
2. Add the cheese sauce,salt,pepper,mix well.Place this in a baking tray.
3. Sprinkle grated cheese,breadcrumbs on top and drizzle with butter or margarine.
4. Bake it for 25 minutes in a moderately hot oven on 200 degrees; bake it till crisp and golden, light brownish color.
5. Serve with hot chili sauce or ketchup.You can also layer boiled lasagna (a type of pasta in sheets) at the bottom,middle and top layer(optional).In the middle you can add any grated chicken gravy as done in spiced spaghetti.And bake as same till golden crisp on top.
6. A great valentine breakfast recipe….

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