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Ingredients

For sauce

tomato puree about 200 grams
3 medium sized onions
7-8 flakes of garlic
2 tbsp cooking oil
Finely chopped coriander leaves
Salt , chilli powder to taste

For noodles

1 packet spaghetti noodles
1 tbsp cooking oil
Water
Salt to taste

Method

For sauce

Chop two of the onions to fine pieces.
Grind the third onion and garlic to a fine paste.
Saute the finely chopped onions till light golden brown. Then add the onion-garlic paste and saute for two minutes.
Now, add the tomato puree, required quantity of salt and chilli powder and mix well. Add some water if required, to get the right consistency.
Let it boil for 5 minutes.
Garnish with finely chopped coriander leaves.

For noodles
Add the required quantity of salt to the water and bring it to a boil.
Also, add some oil to the water. This is to prevent the noodles from becoming sticky.
Add the noodles to the boiling water.
Allow the noodles to boil for around five minutes, till they are properly done.
Strain them after they are properly done.
Top the noodles with the sauce.
Serve hot

Ingridents:

Grapes – 200 g
Sugar – 3 tsp or to taste
Water – required quantity
Crushed ice – ½ cup

Method:

Clean and wash the grapes.
Blend the grapes in a blender to extract the juice.
Add sugar and required quantity of water and some crushed ice.
Once again blend it well.
Transfer the juice into glass and Serve immediately.

Ingredients:

Dhokla 400 gms
Cucumber (chopped) 1
Onion (chopped) 1
Tomato (chopped) 1
Aloo Lachha 50 gms
Roasted Jeera Powder 1 tsp
Chat Masala 1/2 tsp
Coriander Leaves A few
Coriander Chutney 2 tbsp
Tamarind Chutney 2 tbsp
Curd 1 cup
Salt to taste
Red Chilly Powder 1/2 tsp
Fresh Coconut (grated) 1/2 cup

Method:

You can make approx. 400 gms of Dhokla with 250 gms of gram flour (besan).
Click here to see the recipe for making Dhokla.
Cut the Dhokla into small pieces.
Add tomato, cucumber and onion. Pour curd and both the chutneys.
Sprinkle masala and garnish with the remaining ingredients.

Ingridents:

1 Tablespoon Granulated sugar
1 Cup Warm water 110-115 degrees F
1 Envelope Active dry yeast
2 ¼ Cups Unbleached all-purpose flour
1 Cup Cornmeal, coarse ground
1 Teaspoon Salt (Fleur de Sel)
¼ Cup LeBlanc extra virgin olive oil

Method:

In a small bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water, (water should be warm but not hot to the fingertips; too hot it will kill the yeast, too cold it will not activate it).
Sprinkle yeast over water and sugar and stir to dissolve; about 1 minute till you have a smooth beige mixture.
Let stand in a warm place or proof in a convection oven until a thin layer if foam covers the surface, about 5 minutes.
In a bowl combine 2 cups of unbleached all-purpose flour with 1 cup of cornmeal and 1 teaspoon of salt.
Make a well in the center and add the olive oil and the activated yeast.
With a wooden spoon mix vigorously until the flours are incorporated and the dough begins to hold together.
Turn dough out on to a lightly floured surface.
Dust your hands with flour and knead the dough gently.
Press down on dough with the heels of your hands and push it away from you, then partially fold it back over itself.
Shift it a quarter turn and repeat the procedure.
If dough is tacky or sticky gradually add the remaining ¼ cup flour as you knead.
Knead dough 10-15 minutes until it feels smooth and springy.
Don’t over knead, it will over develop the gluten and give you a tough crust.
Form a ball of dough and lightly oil the dough ball and place it in a lightly oil bowl.
The oil keeps a crust from forming which would prevent the dough from rising.
Cover bowl with a cloth and place in a warm (75-80 degrees) area in your kitchen that has no drafts or proof in the convection oven 45 minutes for quick rising yeast and 1 ½ hours for a regular yeast.
Dough should double in size.
Punch the dough down and form into a ball, this will remove any air bubbles. Cut dough in half and press the dough into a tart pan. Don’t worry about tears as this dough patches easily. Once you have dough formed in tart pan you can place toppings on it immediately and bake; let it rise again for 20 minutes for a thick crust or bake dough 4 minutes in a 450 degree oven and place toppings then bake or freeze.

Masala Vada Kurma Preparation:

Take a pan and heat with 2 tbsp of oil.

Fry onions and green chillies together in oil.

Then make a paste with fried onions, green chillies, ginger and garlic.

Keep aside.

Again make a paste with coconut and fennel seeds (sompu).

Now heat the same pan with 4 tsp of oil and add the ground onion paste and fry well.

Then add the coconut paste and chopped tomatoes.

Fry until the raw smell disappears.

Add turmeric powder, garam masala and salt.

Combine well.

Now add 1 or 2 cups of water.

Cover with a lid and cook for 10 mins.

Then add the fried masal vada.

Serve with plain white rice, Roti, Paratha, etc...

Masal vada preparation:

Soak the dal for 2 hours.

Wash and drain the water.

Grind channa dal along with red chillies, coriander seeds, ginger and salt.

Grind coarsely and keep it aside.

Mix with chopped onions, chopped green chillies, coriander leaves, curry leaves and fennel seeds.

Adjust the salt.

Heat oil in a pan Take a lemon size ball of batter and flatten it with your palms on a plastic sheet.

Drop the flattened balls into the oil and fry until it turns into light golden brown colour.

Drain the excess oil.

Add the fried vadas in kurma directly.

ingredients:

Cabbage – ½ kg
Channa dal – 1 cup
Onion (medium size) – 1 finely chopped
Tomato – 1 finely chopped
Green chilli – 2 or to taste
Ginger – 1 inch piece
Garlic flakes – 3
Chilli powder – 1 tsp or to taste
Turmeric powder – ½ tsp
Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
Oil – 2 tbsp
Salt – to taste
Curry leaves – few
Coriander leaves – for garnishing

Preparation:

Cut the cabbage into medium size thin strips.

Clean and wash the channa dal.

Now pressure cook cabbage and channa dal with 1 cup of water for 1 whistle and keep it aside.

Make a paste with ginger garlic and green chilli and keep it aside.

Take a deep pan and heat with oil.

Add mustard seeds.

When they start to crackle add curry leaves and onion.

Sauté for 5 mins.

Then add chopped tomatoes.

Sauté till the tomatoes become juicy.

Add ginger garlic paste and sauté till the raw smell disappears.

Then add chilli powder and turmeric powder.

Sauté for a second.

Now add the cooked cabbage and channa dal.

Add salt and combined well.

Now cover with a lid and cook on low flame for 5 mins.

Adjust salt and remove from heat.

Finally garnish with coriander leaves.

Serve hot with rice, roti, etc…

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Answer:If you’re eating a well-balanced vegetarian diet with plenty of whole grains, fruits and vegetables, you are eating one of the healthiest diets on the planet. You do, however, need to make sure you get a few vital nutrients.

Protein

The little known truth about protein is that most of us get too much, not too little of it. Women need about 45 grams per day and men need around 55 grams. One cup of tofu contains about 20 grams of protein, so women, eat some tofu and you’re almost halfway there! Lots of foods contain protein and if you’re eating a well-balanced diet, you’re probably consuming more than enough protein without even thinking about it. Even though it’s quite easy to get plenty of protein on a vegetarian or vegan diet, its a good idea to make sure you’re eating a variety of protein-rich foods. If you’re a lacto-ovo vegetarian, you’ll likely get sufficient protein from eggs and dairy without even trying, but if you’re vegan, here are some high protein vegan foods to include in your diet: tofu, seitan, veggie burgers, soy, lentils, chickpeas, nuts and seeds, brown rice and whole grains.
See also: Nutritional value of tofu

Calcium

Kids need lots of calcium while they’re still growing, but adults need calcium too! If you’re a smoker, you will need to get more calcium, as your absorption and retention levels are lower. Strong bones throughout life come from both calcium in the diet and exercise, so for optimum health, be sure you get both. Although milk is a source of calcium, you certainly don’t need milk to get plenty of calcium. Here’s some calcium-rich foods to try: spinach, collard greens, kale, soy milk, fortified orange juice, sesame seeds, tahini broccoli, almonds, carrots, and rice milk. Be sure to shake your soy milk and orange juice before drinking, as the calcium can settle to the bottom.
Related Recipe: Calcium-Rich Tofu Scamble with Spinach Recipe

Iron

A study published in the British Journal of Nutrition found that iron levels in vegetarians and vegans in the UK were, on average, higher than those of the general population, showing that it’s possible to get more than enough iron on a vegan diet. Just like with protein, however, you should still be sure to eat a balanced diet to ensure you are getting enough iron. Drinking coffee and tea, particularly with meals, can limit your absorption and should be consumed at least three hours before a meal. For an iron boost, try eating tofu, lentils, spinach, soy, chickpeas and hummus. Vitamin C also increases the absorption of iron, so if you take an iron supplement, wash it down with some orange juice!
Related Recipe: Iron Rich Curried Lentils Recipe

Vitamin B12

Vegetarians don’t have to worry about vitamin B12, and many people disagree about whether or not vegans need a B12 supplement. I like to go with “better safe than sorry” on this one. B12 deficiency is extremely rare amongst both vegans and non-vegetarians alike, but is a serious issue when it does occur.

There are a few things vegans should know about B12.

• Your body has the ability to store B12 for a number of years, so if you’re newly vegan, you may have sufficient reserves for another decade, but unless you have your B12 levels tested regularly there is no way of knowing.
• Nutritional yeast is the best food source for B12, although miso and some seaweeds contain a minimal amount as well.
• Although nutritional yeast is a great source and an incredibly tasty addition to just about everything, some doctors suggest its best not to rely on a single source and recommend taking a vitamin supplement at least once a week, even if you regularly eat nutritional yeast. So if you’re vegan, please be better safe than sorry and take a supplement at least once a week.
• Once again, if you’re a smoker, your body will lose nutrients, so you need extra B12.
• Expectant mothers and infants have special B12 needs as well. If you’re vegan and expecting, take a supplement everyday.

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I always loved seafood. I love the simple way it can be cooked and prepared and still taste absolutely divine and there's nothing can beat the taste of freshness that you can't find in poultry or fowl. It is also fast to prepare and you will seldom go wrong with it.


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Shrimp and Andouille Cassoulet

Peel and de-vein the shrimp. Season with 2 tablespoons of Creole seasoning. Place the shrimp shells in 1.5 quart saucepan with the chicken broth and place over medium heat. Allow to simmer.

In a large skillet or small Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the andouille and allow to brown. Next add the onion, celery, garlic, Creole seasoning and oregano and cook until the vegetables are tender and translucent. Next, crush the tomatoes over the skillet and add the Worcestershire. Rinse the beans under cold water, and add to the skillet. Next, add the thyme and green onions. Strain the shells from the broth and add the broth to the skillet. Allow the beans and sausage to simmer for 15-20 minutes. (While the beans are simmering mix the breadcrumbs, parmesan, olive oil, salt and pepper.) Add the shrimp and allow to cook for 8-10 minutes. Cover the skillet with the breadcrumb mixture, and place under broiler for 2-3 minutes until the breadcrumbs are brown.

Optional Garnish:
Reserve eight shrimp and peel only the body leaving the head and tail intact. Season with Creole seasoning. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium skillet. Cook the shrimp for about two minutes on each side until they are browned and cooked through. Arrange the shrimp on top of the cassoulet once it has been browned under the broiler.

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Ingredients:

1 cup channa dal
1/2 cup moong dal
1/2 cup masoor dal
1/4 cup urad dal
1/4 cup tur dal
corriander seeds 2tbsp
cummin seeds 2tbsp
half inch ginger
5 to 6 cloves of garlic
corriender leaves or fresh spinach chopped 1/2 cup
3-4 hot medium sized green chillies
salt to taste
a pinch of baking soda
oil for deep frying


Method:

Wash dals and soak them separately.
Make smooth paste of ginger, garlic, green chillies, corriender seeds and cummin seeds then grind above soaked dals into a coarse paste mix the smooth paste also add salt and pinch of baking soda to the coarse paste.
Add chopped spinach or corriender leaves to it.

Eat hot with tomatoes ketchup or fresh ground mango chutney.
Heat oil in pan or kadai.
Make small balls or drop with small spoon in pre heated oil and fry till light brown.

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