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Besan flour/gram flour/chick pea flour is one of the famous ingredient which we can see in every indian home..Using this flour can prepare number of sweets and savory foods.Specially for deep fried snacks besan flour is very popular..It`s difficult to get chick peas flour here in foz and I brought it from india...Actually,I planned to prepare some boondi for spice mixture first.But after 2 trails of boondi making felt dull and then went with pakoda preparation...Cabbage is the very common vegetable which I buy compulsory every time...While planing to make boondi,I also chopped some cabbage for curry and in that some quantity went into pakoda recipe...

Pakoda or pakora is a popular deep fried snack in india which prepared with chickpeas spices batter  and vegetables.They are very crispy and spicy in taste...In that,spinach,paneer and onion pakodas are very famous.cabbage pakoda is also a familiar snack which people makes often in home..Already I posted pakoda  recipe long time back with single click,but there was no comments..So,After editing pictures,searched for old recipe and posting in the same one with new pictures..

Pictures are too many.So,please be patient until the post upload completely....

CHICKPEA FLOUR BENEFITS:

Prevent Cardiovascular DiseaseReduces bad cholesterol in the blood

Great Benefits on Intestinal FloraIncreases good bacteria
Protects against colorectal cancer
Contributes to the effectiveness of the immune system
Helps increase the assimilation of minerals and vitamins

Controls type 2 DiabetesLow glycemic index

Excellent Source of FiberReduces the risk of colon cancer
Controls appetite
Helps control manage your weight
Prevents constipation

Excellent Source of ManganeseThis crucial mineral helps the body form connective tissue, bones, blood clotting factors and sex hormones. Not only it plays a role in fat and carbohydrate absorption, it regulates blood sugar and helps normalize brain and nerve system.

Source of CopperCopper is important for proper growth, absorption of iron and enzymatic reactions. It maintains the integrity of connective tissues, ageing and produces energy. It also enables normal metabolic process in association with amino acids and vitamins.

Source of Folic AcidFolic acid assists the production of red blood cells, helps the heart stay healthy and keep the brain young. It is essential is fetus development and it can reduce depression.

CABBAGE BENEFITS:

Helps prevent cancer:

Immunity booster:

 Anti-inflammatory properties:

 Eliminates the risk of cataract:

Reduces risk of Alzheimer’s disease:

Helps in treatment of peptic ulcers

Assists in weight loss:

Provides relief from constipation:

Proper skin care:

Provides relief from sore muscles:

Storage Tips:

• While storing, it should be ensured that it retains its freshness and Vitamin C content and this can be best done by keeping it cold.
• Loose leaved cabbages do not last long and it should be stored in a cool, dark place.
• Whole head of cabbage should be kept in a plastic bag and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or two.
• Red and green cabbages can be stored for 2 weeks while Savoy cabbage can last for a week.
• It should be noted that the older the cabbage gets, the stronger is the flavor and odor. A cabbage remains fresh as long as its head is not chopped off. Lose leaves lose their freshness rapidly.
• In case you need half a head of cabbage, the remaining half should be placed in plastic bag with few drops of water on the cut side and refrigerated to enable it last a few more days.
• Another way to store it is to freeze it. For this purpose, cut the vegetable into coarse shreds and blanch for about 2 minutes in boiling water. Drain and chill the shreds. Place them in airtight containers and freeze.
• Cooked cabbage can also be refrigerated in a covered container for up to 4 days.

CATEGORY- DEEP FRIED INDIAN VEGETARIAN SNACKS
PREPARATION TIME- 15 MINUTES
COOKING TIME- 15-20 MINUTES

Ingredients

Cabbage finely chopped-1-2 cups

greenchilli paste-1 tsp(optional)

red chili  powder-to taste

turmeric powder-1/2 tsp

fresh coriander leaves chopped-few 

garam masala-1/2 tsp

salt-to taste

coriander powder-1/8 tsp(optional)

ginger garlic paste-1 tsp

soda-pinch(optional)

besan flour/chick pea flour/senaga pindi -1 cup

oil-for fry

HOW TO COOK

1.wash well the chopped cabbage and let it dry in colander

2.take flour in a bowl add all other ingredients (except oil)make it into a batter.

3.Heat oil in kadai and now take small size of  cabbage+ besan flour batter dumplings and fry it in the hot oil carefully.

4.Fry in medium flame and never load pan with many.

Serve hot with ketchup and tea.goes well as evening snack.

WHAT IS TEA:

Tea is an aromatic beverage commonly prepared by pouring hot or boiling water over cured leaves of the tea plant.But indian tea is which prepared with milk,tea powder and sugar with some water..In some areas people also adds fresh masala powder for taste.

HOW TO PREPARE SIMPLE MASALA TEA POWDER(MY OWN)

WHAT YOU NEED

Green cardamom pods-3-4

cinnamon stick-2 inches

cloves-5

black pepper corns-10

ginger powder-1 tsp

dried ginger skin- 1 tsp

Dry roast all the spices in pan on medium heat and grind into coarse powder..Store in air tight container box.

WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE TEA

Milk-2 cups

water-2 tbsp

tea powder-1 tbsp

sugar -to taste

masala powder-1 -1 1/2 tsp

 HOW TO MAKE TEA

Heat milk with water and let it boil.Once the milk starts boiling add tea powder,sugar and masala powder..

Let it boil for 5 minutes in low flame for strong masala taste.

Serve hot with pakodas and biscuits.

STEP WISE PICTURES-EASY TO DO

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These are the two recipes with same main ingredients and with some small differences..Actually,first I cooked frozen spinach garbanzo beans pulav and after the complete cooking came to know that i forgotten step wise pictures..Edited the first recipe pics and kept in draft...After few days again using the remaining frozen spinach cubes prepared pulav.But this used green chick peas which brought from india instead of white chick peas..The two methods are almost same except using the different chick peas..Pulav recipes are fine for lunch,also well goes in tiffin boxes..There are so many variations are there in cooking pulav`s like,you can use green chili for spice instead of red chili powder..Milk,yogurt or cream for rich taste.Using brown rice if you are very strict about health etc.It`s difficult to find fresh spinach in foz,so I went with frozen one.But  if possible you can try with fresh chopped spinach too...This is my way of cooking pulav and it`s very easy make except soaking part of the chick peas and saves your time when the main ingredients are handy.Try this 

GREEN CHICK PEAS HEALTH BENEFITS:

Green chickpeas are rich in B-vitamins, which help your body use carbohydrates, protein and fat from food. Each 1/2 cup has more than 100 percent of your daily requirement for folate, a B vitamin that plays a role in your body's production of red blood cells and genetic material. It also protects unborn babies from developing neural tube defects. This serving of green chickpeas provides nearly half of the thiamine and vitamin B-6 you need daily, as well as a sixth of your daily requirement for riboflavin and a tenth of your niacin requirement.

SPINACH HEALTH BENEFITS:

1. This is a very nutrient-dense food. It’s low in calories yet very high in vitamins, minerals and other phytonutrients. When you consume this healthy food,you don’t need to worry about your weight-loss diet as you take in abundant, good-for-you nutrients.This leafy green is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, magnesium, folate, manganese, iron, calcium, vitamin C, vitamin B2, potassium, and vitamin B6. It’s a very good source of protein, phosphorus, vitamin E, zinc,dietary fibre and copper. Plus, it’s a good source of selenium, niacin, and omega 3 fatiacids.
2. One of the benefits of spinach is that this green is readily available, nearly all over the world. Even though, with its abundant nutrient profile, it sounds like an amazing super food, it’s still easy to find in the market or easy to grow. In addition, it’s affordable.

WHITE CHICK PEAS HEALTH BENEFITS:

The dietary fiber in garbanzo beans also works to increase the weight and size of your stool and soften it, according to MayoClinic.com. If you have diarrhea, eating a diet high in fiber can help to bulk it up and make it easier to pass. Dietary fiber also helps to prevent hemorrhoids.

This beans contain dietary fiber, which helps to lower blood cholesterol levels. According to MayoClinic.com, a diet high in fiber reduces blood pressure, lowers low-density lipoprotein, or LDL, cholesterol levels and eases inflammation. High LDL levels can lead to heart attack, stroke and heart disease.

CATEGORY- RICE/LUNCH/MAIN COURSE/PULAV
PREPARATION TIME- 15 MINUTES
COOKING TIME- 20  MINUTES

WHAT YOU NEED

White or green chick peas-2 cups

basmati rice-2 cups

frozen spinach cubes-4-5

salt

red chili powder

garam masala-1 tsp

coriander+cumin powders-1/2 tsp+1/2 tsp

ginger garlic paste (GGP)-1/2 tbsp

fresh cilantro or mint leaves-1 tbsp chopped

oil-2 tbsp

cumin seeds- 1tsp

cinnamon stick-1 inch

cloves-3

cardamom pods-2

bay leaf-1

HOW TO COOK

Wash rice twice and soak in enough water for 20-30 minutes..Un freeze spinach and wash once.Keep it in colander..

The day you cook before night wash and soak chik peas in water for.Or at least 8 hours.Then pressure cook for 3-4 whistles and drain in colander.

Now heat pan with oil and saute cumin seeds,cinnamon stick,cloves,cardamom pods,bay leaf.

Then add chopped onion,little bit salt and fry till soft..

Next add GGP and fry till raw smell oozes out.Then add pressure cooked chick peas and mix well.

After 2 minutes add all spice powders and mix gently.After a minute add spinach leaves,cilantro+mint leaves and mix..

Cook this for 5 minutes in medium flame and add soaked rice with enough water..Cook til done in medium flame and serve hot with raita and pickle.

MAHAS NOTES

After adding rice shift the whole rice mix into rice cooker and plug it..Will done automatically.

Use fresh spinach and any other vegetables if you like for good health.

Basmati rice is very good for pulav recipes,but if don`t have go with normal rice.

Along with water add  1-2 tbsp of cream or reduce water quantity add some milk for rich taste.

You can add tomato,If you want then add it  after frying onions..

BYE BYE..CATCH YOU SOON...

HAPPY COOKING!!HAPPY BLOGGING!!

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PANEER HEALTH BENEFITS:

• It is the good source of high quality protein which reduces the risk of various types of cancer such as stomach cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer and etc.

• It has high level of dietary fibers which helps in digestion by improving the metabolism thus helps in reducing the weight.

• Vitamin K and magnesium found in it calcify the bones and prevents from the skeletal deformation.

• It helps in maintaining the lipid profiles, lowering blood pressure and reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases like heart attack, stroke and etc.

• Its omega-3 fatty acid availability helps in decreasing the homocysteine level among diabetic patients.

• It can be given to the children having allergy to milk in order to fulfill the nutritional value in their diet.

PEAS HEALTH BENEFITS:

Green peas are one of the most nutritious leguminous vegetables, rich in health benefiting phyto-nutrients, minerals, vitamins and anti-oxidants.

Peas contain phytosterols especially ß-sitosterol. Studies suggest that vegetables like legumes, fruits and cereals rich in plant sterols help lower cholesterol levels in the body.

Garden peas are also good in vitamin K.

In addition to folates, peas are also good in many other essential B-complex vitamins such as pantothenic acid, niacin, thiamin, and pyridoxine. Furthermore, they are rich source of many minerals such as calcium, iron, copper, zinc, and manganese.

CATEGORY-RICE/LUNCH RECIPES

PREPARATION TIME- 15 MINUTES

COOKING TIME-15  MINUTES

WHAT YOU NEED

Cooked rice-2 cups

ricotta cheese(paneer cubes)- 1-1 1/2 cups

onion-1 small

boiled or frozen peas- 1 cup

red chili powder-to taste

salt

garam masala-1 tsp

coriander powder-1/2 tsp

ginger garlic paste-1/2 tbsp

oil-1 tbsp

cumin seeds-1 tsp

cloves-3

green cardamom pods-1

cinnamon stick-1 inch stick

HOW TO COOK

Take a rice in a besan  and separate grains with fork..Boil paneer in water for 5 minutes in high flame.

Heat oil with pan and add cumin,cardamom pods,cinnamon and cloves..Saute for few seconds and add chopped onion and saute till soft..

Then add paneer and peas and mix well..Cook for 2 minutes and add spice powders and  red chili powder,salt

garam masala,coriander powder, and ginger garlic paste..

Cook for 3-5 minutes in medium flame and add rice..Mix carefully and cook for 5 minutes in low flame..

Turn off and serve hot with curd or raita..

MAHAS NOTES

You can use fresh home made paneer and fresh peas.But boil those fresh peas.

You can replace left over rice with fresh rice too..

Combination of this paneer and peas is best..

Replace chili powder with green chili.

HOPING FOR GOOD..:)