…t could be beef, lamb, mutton or chicken stock. The perfect combination of meat stock, rice and meat yields a pot full of moist, fluffy and flavored rice with succulent pieces of meat. Yakhni Pulao is a fragrant one pot meal which is served and relished at celebratory occasions. The gorgeous golden brown color of this pulao comes from the golden crisp fried onions and aromatic whole spices. It is the yakhni (stock) which brings out the taste in th…
…es & serve with fries. Tips & Variations : You may use a meat tenderizer or fresh raw papaya paste if easily available to tenderize the meat if you are not sure about how tender the cut of meat is….
…the meat and seal in the juices. Add sufficient water to pressure cook the meat until tender. Separate the cooked meat pieces in a bowl and reserve the stock for the curry. Preparation of Vegetables: 8 French Beans (wash, remove strings & break into 2 if large) 2 fresh Carrots (peeled & cubed) 3 Potatoes (peeled & cubed) Parboil the vegetables until tender. Do not overcook. Separate the vegetables in a bowl and reserve the stock for th…
…cooker cool down & then open it. If there is excess water then let the meat cook with the pan open. Reduce till the gravy is thick. Let the meat sit in the gravy till it absorbs the flavors. You may baste the meat with the thick gravy from time to time. When the chunk of roast cools down then proceed to prepare the chilli fry. For the Beef Chilli Fry : Ingredients : 2 cups Beef Roast (thinly sliced/julienned or cut into cubes) 1 med. Potato (p…
…re cook for about 4 whistles. Let the cooker cool on its own. Check if the meat is cooked. If the meat is not tender then pressure cook for another 2 whistles. Use your judgement for this. Adjust salt, sugar & vinegar to taste. Serve hot with plain steamed rice, bread of your choice or with Sannas. Tips & Variations : You may make fresh tomato puree & add it when you are frying the meat instead of grinding it along with the masala. You…
…arge thick bottomed pot or clay pot with oil. First gently saute the cubed meat in 2 to 3 batches until lightly fried and the meat releases fat. Do not over fry or is will turn hard. Adjust heat if necessary. Set aside in a separate bowl. Similarly, lightly fry the cubed liver until lightly brown. Adjust heat if necessary. Do not over brown or it will taste bitter. Set aside in a separate bowl. To the same pot, add the onions and saute until soft…
…Goan bread or any bread of your choice. Tips & Variations : To soften meat it is better to use a meat tenderizer which is also easily available in shops and supermarkets in Pune. If you prefer a natural and organic one then rub raw papaya paste before using the spice/masala paste. You may make fresh tomato puree or tomato paste if you prefer. You may fry the onions and then add the masala paste to it instead of grinding them with the masala….
…ut preferably overnight. When ready to roast, place the scored side of the meat in a roasting tray. Pour the remaining marinade on top of the meat. Roast uncovered in a pre-heated oven at 180C for 2 hours and then reduce the temperature to 150C and roast for another hour. Let the pork roast stand for about 15 mins. before you slice. Serve sliced topped with fruity sauce and garnished with your favorite steamed vegetables. Fruity Sauce Ingredients:…
…oor or grilled on a grill pan, electric oven, charcoal grill, etc. Cuts of meat or even ground meat can be used to prepare kababs. Kababs can be served as an appetizer with cocktails along with a dip/chutney or as a side with Indian breads. We love kababs at our home just the way you do and enjoy them at restaurants or eat/pick up from dhabas (roadside eateries). We have excellent restaurants in Pune & we sometimes do order home delivery. The…
…amp; split open the casing of the sausage beads & transfer the sausage meat in a bowl to be used later. Heat oil in the pressure cooker body. When hot, slide in the whole spices. Let is crackle & splutter. Add the finely chopped garlic, slit green chillies, turmeric pwd. & sauté for a few seconds till it releases its aroma. Now add the sliced onions & sauté till lightly brown. Add in the sliced tomatoes & cook till tomatoes are…