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How to make Dry Aloo Palak ki Sabzi recipe- A traditional Punjabi recipe of aloo-palak where spinach and potatoes are cooked with simple ingredients and Indian spices. It is a flavorful sabzi, quite simple and easy to prepare with few ingredients. 

A healthy VEGAN dish. Tastes best with roti and paratha. This is purely No Onion No Garlic dish.

This is again another dish is adapted from my mother's kitchen, I must say my mom is a superb chef <3 <3 and her recipes are so simple and very delicious.


This dish is good going with all type of Indian bread either paratha or even simple roti also.
Spinach/Palak is one of wonderful green-leafy vegetable often recognized as one of the functional foods for its wholesome nutritional and rich source of anti-oxidants vitamins like vitamin A, vitamin C. It is also good source of omega-3 fatty acids. 

This is another winter delicacy and our family favorite dish during winters time. This is personally mine and my family favorite dish, so this is prepared in our lunch menu or sometimes dinner menu with paratha or roti at-least weekly or bi-weekly during winter time. 

This dried version of Aloo palak is very easy to prepare and delightful to taste buds. 

If you are looking for more aloo recipes then do check
aloo matar and paneer 
aloo rasedar
jeera aloo
punjabi dum aloo
aloo gobi matar
aloo ka bharta

Let's start to make this easy and simple recipe of vegan style aloo palak fry with simple step-by-step process.

Cooking Time : 15 minutes
Preparation Time : 10 minutes
Cuisine : North-Indian, Punjabi
Author : Jolly Makkar

Ingredients:

Spinach (Chopped and wash) - 2 cup
Potatoes (peel and diced into small pieces) - 1 nos
Chopped Tomatoes - 2 small sized
Coriander Powder - 1/2 tsp
Turmeric powder - 1/4 tsp
Red chilli Powder - 1/2 tsp
Chopped Green Chilies (optional) - 1 nos
Garam masala powder - 1/4 tsp
Salt to taste
Oil - 2 tbsp

Preparation Method :

1. Wash the spinach leaves. Chop them.

2. Heat the oil in a Kadai/ pan. Add cubed potatoes and green chillies sauté for few mins. Cook till potatoes get cooked. Then add chopped spinach. Mix well.

3. Cook for 3 – 4 minutes. Add chopped tomatoes and all dry spices. Mix well.

4. Cover an cook over a moderate heat for about 10 mins. Stir several times. Cook till all water contains of dry aloo palak goes away from the sabzi.

5. Serve dry aloo palak with roti or paratha's.

This is my old posts, today I updated with new photos and content. I remember when I posted aloo palak recipe in my blog. Such a big difference to see in terms of clicking and texture.

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How to make Apple Almond Halwa recipe with step by step photos. This is an easy and delicious fruit based halwa recipe which can be made in no time if apples are handy. This Halwa is a traditional Indian recipe and is a flavorful sweet dish that you can make for festivals like Navratri, normal fasting time and even for kids also, it's healthy!!

This popular dessert is a twist to normal halwa, there is no flour inside, made with fruit only, how interesting isn't?

It is a traditional Indian pudding that is quick to make. You just need a few ingredients to make this halwa which is easily available in our kitchen or Indian stores.It is made with apples and almonds. I have used milk powder in it but you can use khoya (milk solidified) also. 

The mushy sweetness of cooked apples and the crunchy nuttiness of almonds are a made-for-each-other match. The duo comes to you in the form of a tasty Apple Almond Halwa prepared with saute apples, almonds and milk powder cooked with sugar and flavored with cardamom powder.

You could prepare this halwa as kids evening meals, or as anytime treat for your whole family. This is the best way to give iron, protein in one dish to your kid. This halwa, I feed to my baby, first taste he didn't like it but later on he will come to me and asking for more. 

So it means he also liked it, so I have added his into meal, not regular day but ya once in a week. Because ghee is also good for babies, dry fruits too. In this dish, the whole meal you are feeding to your baby.

Benefits of Apple and Almond

Apple

This is one of the most popular, healthy and delicious fruit on the planet. Apples contain many essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. They are free from fat, sodium, and cholesterol. There is a long list of health benefits attributed to apples.
They are energy-dense and water-rich fruits which helps you feel full. 

*  Promotes Oral Health.
*  It Maintains Cardiovascular Health.
*  A Healthy Snack for Diabetics.
*  It Improves Respiratory Health.
*  It Fights Cancerous Cells.

That's why all said "An apple a day, keeps the doctor away"

Almonds

Almonds are a highly nutritional nut. It is a rich source of energy, fiber, protein, and a number of essential vitamins and minerals, such as B-vitamins, potassium, magnesium, and zinc. Almonds may be a small food but pack an enormous nutritional punch. They contain a number of important vitamins and minerals–as well as healthy fats. Some of their many amazing health benefits include 

*  Almonds Deliver a Massive Amount of Nutrients.
*  Almonds Are Loaded With Antioxidants.
*  Almonds Are High in Vitamin E.
*  Almonds Can Assist With Blood Sugar Control.
*  Magnesium Also Benefits Blood Pressure Levels.
*  Almonds are also great for hair, skin (psoriasis), and dental care.

You may like to try our other similar recipes like Rava Kesari, Moong Dal Halwa, Sooji ka Halwa, and Gajar ka Halwa.

I made this recipe as part of Recipe Swap challenge, where we get one partner blogger every alternate month...we visit so many blogger pace and we try to bookmark their recipes but never really find the time to try it. 

This time my partner is Veena Krishna kumar who blogs at veenasvegnation.com have a look out, she has an amazing baking recipes recipes on her blog. I saw many of her recipes, shortlist many of them, but this I have to try one and present it to our blog. SO I choose the healthy one..apple almond halwa, this is really beautiful recipe and came out very delicious. Thanks a lot !!

This is my 6th recipe under this challenge 

first is green gram dosa 
second is eggless carrot cake
third is shortbread jam thumbprint cookies
fourth is sambar powder
fifth is sweet and sour raw mango relish

Let's start to make this easy and quick recipe of apple almond halwa with step-by-step photos process.

Author : Jolly Makkar
Total Time : 30 minutes
Preparation Time : 10 minutes
Cooking Time : 20 minutes
Servings : 2 person
Cuisine : Indian Pudding
Recipe adapted from Veenasvegnation 

Ingredients :

Medium sized Apple(with its juice content)/ Seb - 2 nos 
Almonds/Badam - 1/4 cup 
Milk Powder - 3 tbsp 
Sugar/Cheeni - 1/2 cup
Cardamom Powder/ Eliachi powder- 2 pods
Desi Ghee/ Clarified butter - 2 tbsp 
Milk - 1 tbsp
Chopped almonds for garnishing - 5 nos

Preparation Method :

1. Soak the almonds in lukewarm water for 30 minutes. Remove the skin and grind it into paste with just enough water. Keep it aside.
2. Remove the skin of the apple, core it and grate it finely. On the actual recipe, she squeezed all the juice from grated apples, but I didn't remove the juices from it.

3. Heat the ghee in a pan on a low heat, add the grated apple and saute it till the moisture is completely absorbed.

4. Now add the ground almond paste and sugar to this and mix well. Continue to cook in low flame for another 5 minutes, stirring well.

5. Now add milk powder and I have used my hand mortar for fresh cardamom powder (you can use grounded powder also) and mix well, cook in low flame till everything comes together and with a slush like texture.

6. At this point, add 1 tbsp of milk and mix well and switch off the fire, transfer this to the serving bowl, top with sliced almonds and serve warm.

**Important Note

1. If your apple is sweet, you can adjust the sweetness according to it with 1/4 cup, if your apple is little and sweet and sour then try to adjust it according to your sweetness. Mine is the second one, sweet and sour so I have used 1/2 cup of sugar. If your apple is totally sour, better don't use it because it spoils your halwa. 

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How to make Sparkling Mango Masala Lemonade with step by step photos recipe - This  is refreshing, flavorful and with a hint of mint and roasted spices, it makes a perfect drink for the summer. 

This mango masala lemonade is a perfect refreshing drink this summer! A must try recipe. 

While it's alcohol free, so you can go ahead and refresh yourself without worries of an after effect.

Raw mango pulp and sun dried mint leaves are blended with a simple syrup and spices, that is combined with freshly squeezed tangy lemon juice for this delicious drink. 

Summer has hit already in Bangalore in March only and the heat is unbearable. Although the temperature of Bangalore never goes that high but this year oh my god scorching heat. And in my apartment side full afternoon time heat is there.

So everyday I need some cool drink to sip it. Rather than opting for soft drinks, that are just full of sugar, I’ve got some tasty sparkling mango minty drink creations, that the whole family will enjoy.

How to dry mint leaves?

Drying mint is fairly simple and there are a few different methods you can use it.
1. Naturally air drying (I use this method)
2. Microwave drying

a) Rinse each branch of mint in cold, running water. Dry them thoroughly using clean paper towels and at it dry. 
b) Always dry your mint leaves in warm, dark room or under direct sun(heat). It will take days to dried it up. But give you always good results. Mine will take 4 to 5 days.
OR
Microwave Method
c) Spread the mint leaves out on a microwave-safe plate. Keep them in a single layer, and do not let the leaves overlap. By keeping the mint in a single layer, you can dry the leaves out faster. Microwave it for about 1 to 3 minutes and every 30 seconds you need to change the sides of the mint leaves. Not sure about the result of using microwave.

You can make mango masala lemonade concentrate(a kind of squash) and you can enjoy anytime whenever you want. Just add ice cubes in the glass, now fill it 2/3 with mango concentrate and then pour chilled soda, you can add lemon juice (totally optional) and stir well. Sip it & enjoy😋😋😋

I usually made varieties of drinks at home only to enjoy my summers, earlier I had made roasted aam panna (that is also made up raw mangoes) aam ka panna made in many variations either boiling or roasting raw mango. Roasted one I had shared with it.... soon I'll share the boiling one, stay tuned!!
This flavorful lemonade drink with all my favorite ingredients. You'll love this refreshing drink. It's simple, easy to make, and perfect drink for summers in a glass! This the perfect combination of raw mangoes, mint and roasted cumin and pepper. 

They cool you off, hydrate you and fill your stomach on a hot summer afternoon. Also, they’re the perfect dessert for any BBQ or picnic menu.

Let's start to make this easy and quick recipe of sparkling mango masala lemonade recipe with simple step-by-step process with photos.
Prep Time : 15 mins
Cook Time : 30 mins
Total Time : 45-50 mins
Course: Beverages /drinks
Cuisine: North Indian
Servings: 10-12 servings 
Author : Jolly Makkar

Ingredients :

Raw Mangoes/ kachcha Aam – 500 gms(1/2 kg) 2 medium size
Sun dried Mint Leaves/ Pudina – 10-15 leaves(you can use fresh mint leaves)
Roasted cumin powder/Bhuna Jeera – 1/2 tbsp
Black salt/kala namak – 1/2 tbsp
Black Pepper / kali mirch powder – 1/2 tsp
Chilled Kinley Club Soda – 2 litres
Salt – 1/4 tsp
Lemon Juice – as required(optional)
Ice cubes – few

For sugar syrup
Sugar/ Cheeni - 3/4 cup (adjust according to your preference)
Water - 1/4 cup for sugar syrup

For garnishing
lemon slices
lemon wedges
fresh mint leaves

Preparation Method :

1. Wash the raw mangoes properly. Pressure cook the mangoes over medium heat for 3-4 whistle along with water. Peel off skin, take out the pulp alone and discard the seed.

2. Dry roast cumin seeds for few mins until nice aroma rises, same dry roast the black peeper also. In a mixer add dried mint leaves, roasted jeera and black pepper & grind it to a fine powder.

3. Add the mango pulp in a blender along with the above mint masala powder and blend it to a smooth puree with no water. 

4. Now add black salt and salt a pinch. Blend it for few seconds again. Sieve the raw mango pulp in a bowl. Keep it aside 

For sugar syrup

5. Take a pan/bowl add sugar along with water, bring it to a boil with low flame. Keep stirring otherwise sugar will crystallize. Switch off the flame and keep it aside to cool.

6. Take a deep pan, add strain the raw mango mixture and add into the sugar syrup, mix well. Cook it mango-sugar syrup mixture for 8-9 minutes. Switch off the flame. keep aside to cool.

7. You mango masala concentrate is ready. Once it is cool , fill it into a sterilized glass bottle and keep refrigerated till 2 months.

How to serve- 

9. Add few ice cubes in the glass, now fill it 2/3 with mango concentrate and then pour chilled soda, you can add lemon juice (totally optional) and stir well. I have used it. 


10. Garnish with few fresh mint leaves and lemon slices. Enjoy !!

Notes

* The amount of sugar entirely depends upon the sourness of the mango. So adjust accordingly.
* You can add lemon wedges into the drink that is also very refreshing flavor to drink.
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How to make Easy Watermelon Popsicle with step by step photos - It’s been hot and sunny here in Bangalore and I’ve been craving cool treats most afternoons so I’ve made this refreshing fresh, bright, healthy Watermelon Popsicles are such a great summer treat! They’re made of 100% fruit and completely delicious and satisfying for hot summer days.

These wonderful treats are very simple to make and there are only 3 ingredients and I can pronounce them 😉 This fresh watermelon popsicle recipe has only require 5 minutes of prep work! It's the best low-calorie frozen treat to enjoy on a hot summer day! All you really need is a Popsicle sticks / Popsicle molds and a freezer. That's it !!

There is nothing like enjoying popsicles and ice-creams on a scorching hot day. Unfortunately, a lot of store-bought popsicles contain quite a bit of added sugar, artificial flavors and color. 

Watermelon is in season too, so this recipe is good for your health, taste buds and wallet! In Bangalore watermelon are always available in all 12 months, but during summer time watermelon is more juicy as well as more sweet. This is the best time to make it.

Healthy benefits of Eating Watermelon 

Watermelon is a delicious and refreshing fruit that's also good for you. The green outer rind is hard and fleshy, and rarely eaten, while the interior is soft, red or pink flesh containing many seeds; this is the part of watermelon which is typically eaten. The healthy or beneficial effects of watermelon are mainly derived from its unique nutrients, vitamins, minerals, and organic compounds.

1. Watermelons contain a lot of potassium, which is very helpful in cleaning out the toxic depositions in the kidney. 

2. It also helps hydrate your body during the hot summer. 

3. The high amount of water in watermelons also stimulates a release of excess liquid in the form of sweat, which cools your body further during hot summer days.

4. Watermelon is made up of 92% water and is effective in reducing both your body temperature and blood pressure. 

This isn’t something we want to be giving our kids all summer long, so I thought why not to make it at home. Making your own popsicles allows you to take control of what goes into them. 

These Watermelon Popsicles are made with only watermelon. You can be happy knowing you are giving your little ones a refreshing and delicious treat that is also packed full of goodness.

HOW TO UNMOLD THE POPSICLES

Run the molds under warm water for around ten seconds. Slowly, and carefully, remove each popsicle from the mold. If the popsicle still doesn’t remove easily then run it under the warm water again, checking every couple of seconds.

Popsicle or ice lolly's are the best treat during summer. With Popsicles you only need to put a small amount of fruit in to get a lot out. Layer and mix your popsicles any which way you like because remember there are no rules. 

You can check other cool summer recipes like 
watermelon, mint & lime slushie
pineapple punch 
roasted aam panna
mexican pineapple mint aqua fresca
cucumber lemonade
rose mint delight mocktail

The great thing is they freeze in around 5 hours and last for 8 weeks in the freezer wrapped up safe in a container or in cling wrap. 

Notes**

** You can use whatever type of Popsicle sticks and Popsicle molds. Also, you could replace the watermelon with just about any other fruit. Just be aware that sweeter fruits will tend to taste better and other’s will need more added sweetener.

Prep Time : 5 minutes
Freezing Time : 4 to 5 hrs or Overnight
Course: Dessert / Frozen Treat
Cuisine: American
Author : Jolly Makkar

Ingredients :

Cubed watermelon flesh (about 1 pound, rind removed) - 4 cups 
Freshly squeezed lemon juice - 1 tablespoon 
Sugar - 1 tablespoon (you can used honey also with same quantity 1 tablespoon)

Preparation Method :

1. Blend the watermelon, lime juice, and optional honey or sugar in a blender (or process the melon through a juicer, then stir in the lemon juice and honey). 

2. Pour the mixture through a fine sieve into a bowl, pressing the fibrous melon with the back of a spoon to extract the maximum amount of juice.

3. Carefully pour or spoon the juice into popsicle molds and freeze until solid. Freeze it overnight for better results.

4. Enjoy it with your friends and family.

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How to make Guava Paste from scratch recipe with step by step photos - Today’s recipe is the most loved Guava Cheese which is a Christmas special. To make Guava cheese is super easy but very time consuming! I am not going to lie to you even I got impatient at some point while cooking it.

Yet, Guava cheese is worth all the trouble and the time spend making this amazing natural sweet from scratch!

What is Guava cheese? 

It's a sweet treat produced using guavas, sugar, lime juice and butter. In some countries it’s also referred to as Romeo Juliet. Guava cheese is a classic Goa festival sweet! The guavas and lime enhance compliments each other it’s like match made in heaven. 

Guava cheese is of course not a milk product, it’s just the name for this sweet dish in places such as in Goa, India. (former Portuguese colony)

In other parts of the world, such as in Brazil (translated) and the English speaking countries, Guava cheese might be better known as Guava paste. 

I have tasted this sweet first time during our recent visit to Goa, our Resort RIO served this guava cheese as a spreading with salty crackers on their breakfast menu. When I tasted this I feel it's a guava jelly, then their manager will tell us mam this is our classic goa special sweet, it's called perad(especially made from red guavas). No doubt, that's very elegant flavor, melt in my mouth and feel the proper taste of guava. This dessert tastes sweet and sour both.
I asked to the manager can I get the recipe of this cheese. He said sure madam why not, then the chef of the resort shared their recipe, that's really sweet of him, I noted down on my phone notebook.

Mine cheese is not shining as I saw on Goa but the taste is similar which I have tasted in resort. I am still happy with the result :D We especially buy this sweets from Goa, everyone knows Goa is famous for baked goodies. 

Healthy benefits of Guava

Guava is known as ‘Pera’ in Konkanni and Portuguese, ‘Peru’ in Marathi and 'Amrud’ in Hindi. Guavas have incredible dietary benefit. They are wealthy in Vitamin C and dietary fiber. They are rich in Vitamin C and dietary fiber. They are broadly utilized in culinary arrangements or can be eaten in its regular form. You can have jam, marmalade, jelly, juice and prepare tarts, pies and so on. I think, Guava is most popular and relished as good old Guava Cheese! 

For this recipe you will have to select the soft Guavas not the one with hard skin. Further you will have to blanch them in hot water Or boil them until it gets tender. Later remove their seeds with the help of a spoon Or finger. 

If you use red guavas, then you will not need to use any food coloring. If you prefer the natural yellow color of guavas then go ahead and retain it. I like a little color in my Guava Cheese so I use it.

This recipe is a part of A to Z recipe challenge, this is our 7th post for the challenge. We choose key ingredients alphabetically to cook and post a dish every alternate month.
This is my 5th dish in the A to Z challenge series,
A- Homemade Apple Jam (no preservatives)
B - Beetroot Carrot Sandwich
C - Black Chana Masala (chickpeas)
D - Dates, Almonds and Coconut Rolls
E - Breakfast Egg Muffins
F - Dahi Methi Poori (fenugreek)
 
This time the alphabet is "F" so I choose Guava and thought of sharing this sweet treat which I really relish in Goa. Let see how to make this.

Course : Sweet Treat/Dessert
Cuisine : Indian(Goan) / Portuguese 
Prep Time : 20 minutes
Cook Time : 35-40 minutes
Total time : 1 hour
Author    : Jolly Makkar

Ingredient : 

Ripe Guavas - 3 to 4 pieces
White sugar or as required (sugar should be equal to guava pulp) - 1 cup
Lime juice - 1 no
Oil / ghee / non-salted butter (I used non-salted butter) - 1 tbsp
few drops of pink color (optional)

Preparation Method : 

1. Wash the guavas; lightly slice off or core the tops.

2. Place the guavas in the pressure cooker body with enough water to cover the guavas.Pressure cook for 2-3 whistles or until soft. Let the cooker cool down..

3. Transfer the softened guavas with a slotted spoon in a bowl and let them cool down till they are comfortable to the touch.Try and peel off the skin as much as possible.

4. Halve all the guavas and scoop out the seeds. Place the seeds in another bowl and boil the seeds with 1/2 cup of reserved water which we used in boiling the guavas.

5. Chop the guavas and place in the mixer/grinder along with the pulp extracted from the seeds. Grind to a fine into a smooth paste. Strain through a plastic/metal sieve again. 

6. Also, pass the boiled seeds in water through the fine mesh sieve and collect the extract in the bowl containing the guava pulp.

7. Transfer the pulp in a wide and thick bottomed pot/non-stick pan or in the pressure cooker body. (I used the pan). The pan handle helps to grip firmly and comfortably while stirring. 

8. Add the sugar. Cook on medium heat. Keep stirring continuously while on heat.

9. To stir, use a wooden spoon with a long handle if possible. At first, it is easy to stir as the sugar will melt and there will be a lot of moisture/liquid in the mixture. 

10. As the mixture starts thickening; Beware! There will be a lot of bubbling and spluttering. That is why it is necessary to use a spoon with a long handle and preferably a wooden one so that the handle will not get hot and you will feel comfortable while stirring. Stir the pulp mixture continuously when the mixture is thickening. It is time to add lemon juice.

11. Be alert or there is a tendency for the mixture to burn and stick to the bottom. Keep stirring vigorously. Gradually, the mixture will be bubbling and then as it thickens it will start leaving the sides of the pan and you will be able to see the bottom of the pan while stirring. 

12. It is time to add and mix in the butter. Add a few drops of red color to tint the mixture. Stir to combine well. The mixture will start looking a little glossy.

13. To test if done, put a little mixture in a small bowl/sauce of water. If it forms a soft ball without disintegrating in the water then it is time to pour it out.

14. Pour the mixture in a well greased deep tray or plate. Level the mixture immediately.This is guava cheese!!!

15. Allow the guava cheese to set and cool thoroughly. It may take a couple of hours if the weather is cool and dry. I keep it overnight.

16. Turn out the guava cheese on a cutting board or on your clean kitchen counter. The guava cheese will come out with ease. Cut into desired shapes and sizes. Like I cut in star shape or square shape.

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