Anshu's Food Odyssey

Hara Bhara Kabab is by far one of the most popular appetizers available on the menu cards of almost every restaurant across North India. Translating to "GREEN" from the words "Hara Bhara", they are very delicious and healthy, and primarily have to their ingredients, some fresh blanched spinach leaves and green peas that are combined with some grated potatoes and an assortment of mild spices for a delectable taste. As specified, it is more of a restaurant preparation but, can be easily prepared at home too. If you are planning a party or a get-together, these Hara Bhara Kababs make for an amazing appetizer and can be made well ahead of time. Let me tell you, these kababs also serve as a great monsoon snack and provide for a yummilicous treat with a cup of hot ginger tea on the side. Hara Bhara Kebab INGREDIENTS Spinach (cleaned and washed) - 3 to 4 cups Green peas (boiled) - 1/2 cup

Organizing a get-together at home and struggling with the appetizer menu? Well, here's for you a delicious snack recipe - the crispy potato and semolina fingers . Infused with aroma and flavors of Italian herbs and spices, these are absolutely delightful and are sure to leave your guests asking for more. The fingers can be made hours in advance and when your guests arrive all you need to do is simply fry and serve. Not to mention, although the base of these delicious fingers is of potatoes and rava yet they are versatile enough to be loaded with any and every vegetable of your choice. Do try them out and I bet you won't be disappointed. Garlic & Herb Potato-Semolina Fingers Ingredients Boiled potato (medium sized) - 2 Semolina (rava/sooji) - 1/3 cup Water - 2/3 cup + 1 tbsp Cornflour - 1 tbsp Salt - as per taste Garlic powder - 1 tsp Dried oregano - 1 to 2 tsp Black pepper powder - 1/2 tsp Green chilies (finely chopped) - 2 Pitted black and green