Anshu's Food Odyssey

When it comes to making paneer dishes at my home, the most requested one is by default, the very humble and delicious Matar Paneer. Whether making it as an everyday dish or for a dinner party/ get together, this recipe always comes out as a winner leaving everyone happy and satisfied. This beautiful and very popular North Indian delicacy is very easy to prepare and only uses a handful of ingredients from the kitchen pantry. So, let's see what all goes in making the same..  Also try out... Restaurant Style Paneer Makhani Restaurant Style Kadai Paneer Magaz Malai Paneer INGREDIENTS Paneer - 200 grams Medium sized onions (roughly sliced) - 2 Medium sized onion (finely chopped) - 1 Medium sized tomatoes (roughly chopped) - 3 Ginger (roughly chopped) - 1 inch Garlic cloves (roughly chopped) - 5 to 6 Roughly chopped green chilies - 2 to 3 Fresh or frozen green peas - 1/2 cup Oil - 3 to 4 tbsp Cumin seeds - 1 tsp Black pepper corns - 5 to 6

Weekend dinners at our place are meant for some Non-Indian recipes, highly preferable being Thai, Italian or Chinese. This beautiful recipe of spaghetti in creamy broccoli, spinach and walnut sauce is something that was the showstopper on our table last Saturday night and was loved to the core by everyone in the family. The sauce of this spaghetti recipe makes for its fundamental ingredient. Loaded with spinach, broccoli and walnuts, its rich in vital nutrients such as iron, calcium, anti-oxidants and essential amino acids. The best part is, it comes together in no time and can be used in variety of dishes other than pasta. Use it as a spread on your favorite bread or have it as a dip along with nachos, chips or any other crispies. And oh! did I tell you, this sauce is very light in terms of calories as it is sans off the cheese and cream. So, if you are watching your weight and crave for some creamy pasta, this is just for you; enjoy it without any guilt. Spag

In India, especially on the Northern Side like Delhi and Punjab, whenever there is a party or a get-together planned at home, one dish that is a must-make for sure, has to be paneer (cottage cheese) based. While many a times I go either for Paneer Dhaniya Adraki Korma , Paneer Butter Masala , Shahi Palak Paneer Kofta Curry or Kadhai Paneer , this time I opted to experiment with flavors keeping them plain, simple and subtle. Trust me, the dish turned out to be super awesome and left my guests licking their fingers till the last bite.    To tell you more about this paneer recipe, its heart and soul is the gravy which is made using the paste of melon seeds, a little milk and a dollop of fresh cream. What lends it a touch of spice is only a couple of green chilies and black pepper powder. And yes, it is totally incomplete without kasoori methi powder that provides it with that much needed earthiness. One of my best paneer recipes till date, it ought to be indulged with some garlic

I am always on a look out for recipes that are easy and quick to put together. One of my favorite amongst such recipes is of classic Spaghetti Aglio-e-Olio . Simple boiled pasta drizzled with garlic infused olive oil, a dash of chili flakes and some Parmesan makes for a perfect week night dinner when I am too tired or lazy to make anything elaborate. While this simple and vintage recipe in itself is such flavorful and aromatic, yet at times it may feel a little boring to have it the classic way. That is the reason, to make it look little more vibrant, I sometimes add few veggies to it. And today, I am here with my veggie version of this traditional Italian Spaghetti - Spaghetti Aglio-e-Olio with Mushrooms and Olives . Enjoy !! Spaghetti Aglio-e-Olio with Mushrooms and Olives Ingredients Dried Spaghetti - 1 pound (450 grams) Finely sliced garlic - 8 to 10 cloves Olive oil - 1/4 cup Butter - 2 tbsp Mushrooms (quartered) - 1 cup Black olives (sliced) - 1/4 cup Salt - as pe

Hyderabadi Mirchi ka Salan is a dish which is known globally...I also wanted to try this popular delicacy but, short of the must-ingredients peanuts and sesame seeds, I instead decided to give it a Punjabi twist that too in a tongue-tickling " achaari " style. To my pleasure, it came out really well and simply tasted divine with steamed rice, salad and some papad on the side. If you too have some sweet green peppers lying in your refrigerator, do give this recipe a try and I assure, you will not be disappointed. Ingredients (for stuffing) Sweet Green Chili Peppers (Bhavnagari Mirchi) - 6 to 8 Medium sized potatoes (boiled and mashed) - 2 Finely chopped green chili - 2 Finely chopped onion - 1 Finely chopped ginger - 1 inch Cumin seeds - 1 tsp Fennel seeds - 1 tsp Coriander seeds (crushed) - 1 tsp Red chili powder - 1 tsp Dried pomegranate powder - 1 tsp Chaat masala - 1/2 tsp Lemon juice - 1 tbsp Raisins (optional) - 10 to 12 Salt - as per taste Oil - 1

One of the most popular North Indian delicacies, Kadhai Paneer or Karahi Paneer needs no special introduction; the succulent cubes of cottage cheese, bell peppers and onions coated with the spicy & tangy tomato gravy, oozing with rustic aromas of freshly ground spice mix, are simply a treat for any gastronome's taste buds. The best thing about this dish is, it takes no more than 15 minutes to cook and makes for a perfect option for all those home chefs seeking recipes that are not only easy and fast to make but, are delicious in taste too. You can have it on your menu for a party or a get together, pack it in your kids' lunch box or even carry for your office potluck meal; the recipe is an all time winner and is sure to be loved by all. For ingredients and instructions as to how to make it, simply browse below. Restaurant Style Kadhai Paneer Ingredients (for spice mix) Dry Kashmiri whole red chilies - 2 Whole coriander seeds - 1 tbsp Bla