Showing posts with label low fat. Show all posts
Showing posts with label low fat. Show all posts
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Chicken Biriyani


'Thalassery Biriyani' is said to be the best biriyani in the world.Malabar cuisine itself is so delectable.
Biriyani is my favorite and after tasting all those varieties from different regions,here I have tried to renovate the best flavor of them all.This is my own  recipe with very very less oil. 
We can even make no oil  biriyani,but we have to compromise on the taste.So here the trial is without compromising on the taste how to recreate a healthy and simplified version of Biriyani.
Please give your valuable comments and suggestions here .
Ingredients
rice- 2 cups(Basmati Rice/Khaima rice/if not available,use any long grain rice)
Chicken -8 pieces
Onion-4-6 nos
Ginger garlic paste-2 tbsp
Green chilly paste-1 tbsp
Fried cashew nuts and raisins-your choice
Pineapple-1/2 cups
Ghee-1 tbsp
Oil-2 tbsp
Milk-1 cup
Coriander and Mint leaves-chopped -bountiful
Mixed spice-freshly ground Cardamom,cloves,cinnamon,fennel seeds and black cardamom -2 tbsp
Salt-to taste
Yogurt-2 tbsp
Fried Onions-1 cup
Method
1.Soak rice for 15 minutes.Now wash it properly.Drain.
Khaima rice is perfect for this biriyani.
Now take a sauce pan,add 1 tbsp oil.Add the mixed spice powder.Now add 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste,1/2 tsp green chilly paste .
Add in rice and let it slightly fry for 2 minutes.
Add water enough to cover the rice .Add 1 tsp ghee,fried onion and pineapple pieces.
When this water drains,pour the milk and cook the rice.Do not let it cook well.
2. In a pressure cooker,add cleaned and cut chicken.Add Onion 1 chopped,ginger-garlic paste 1 tbsp,green chilly paste 1 tsp,turmeric powder 1/2 tsp,chilly powder 1 tbsp,mixed spice powder-1 tbsp,coriander powder-1 tbsp and salt.
Mix well with hands and cook it until 2 whistles.
Take a pan and add 1 tbsp oil.Add the cooked chicken and let the sauce thicken.Add  cup chopped mint leaves and coriander leaves,yogurt and 1/2 cup fried onion.Let it cook for 5 minutes.Finally add some mixed spice powder on top.
3.Now in an oven proof dish,layer 1/2 the portion of rice.Add 1 -2 tsp oil .Now add the chopped leaves,spice powder.Now arrange the chicken as the second layer .Next the rest of the rice ,fried onion,chopped leaves and 1 tbsp ghee.Close the dish and bake for 20 minutes at 180 degrees.
YUMMY ,slightly sweet rice with flavorful chicken is ready! Best for a holiday.
ENJOY!













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Crepe Recipe

whole meal crepe,healthy wheat and whole meal crepes
Here  is a small variation from the usual Crepe  recipe.Crepes are really a quick and easy breakfast item.
Here crepe batter has been enriched using whole meal  and wheat flour.Those who have bored of having brown bread every day can try this,tastes different from the usual pan cakes too.The authentic taste and aroma of sage gives this dish a completely different finish.Try this at home and please leave the comments.
Ingredients
Whole meal-1 cup
(Instead make crumbs from brown bread and add to the wheat flour,as I have done.)
Wheat flour -1 cup
Dried Sage-1-2 tsp
Salt-to taste
Olive oil-Optional
Water-
Method Of Preparation
Make a thin batter with all the ingredients except olive oil.
Now heat a non stick pan and make small thin crepes.Drizzle olive oil over the crepes,if you prefer.Every one would love the aroma and taste that sage provides to the crepes.
Serve hot.
ENJOY with any side dish you prefer or with maple syrup.




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Celery Soup


healthy,easy Celery soup
celery soup recipe

Benefits of Celery include;-

  • Good source of dietary fiber.
  • Low in calorie ;soups/salads with celery can be included in weight loss regimen.
  • Cancer protective 
  • Immune boosting 
  • Good source of Potassium;Potassium helps control heart rate and blood pressure.
  • Excellent source of Vitamin K.
Here is a simple soup recipe using celery;its so tasty,I am sure anyone will love it.

Ingredients
Celery-1 bunch
Potato-2 small/1 big no
Onion-1/2 no
Milk-1 cup
Veg / chicken Stock-1 1/2 cups
Garlic- 1clove
Salt and Pepper
Butter/Olive oil-1 tsp
Method of Preparation
In a sauce pan,melt butter/Olive oil.
Saute Garlic,onion and salt.Boil the potatoes .
Chop celery and saute it in the butter.
Finally add boiled potatoes.
Add in stock, milk ,salt and pepper.Simmer for 10 minutes.

Blend this mixture into a rich creamy soup.
Serve with croutons or ciabetta bread.







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Sardine Fry

Fish fry kerala sardine fry
Sardine Fry

If you ask me,Sardines are the most tastiest fish.Here I am going to share a very simple but exotic recipe for fish fry.You can use any fish but best with Sardines.Health Benefits of Sardines include:
  • Good source of Omega-3 Fatty Acids.Thus reduces the risk of Cardiovascular diseases and protects heart.Also Omega-3 fatty acids prevent a type of Cancer. 
  • Good source of Iron.
  • Good source of B vitamins
  • Bones provide Calcium.
  • Small Sardine's are healthier since they don't have much accumulated toxins in it.
More than any of these ,Sardines are extremely delicious.
So,lets make a crispy fish fry with a special masala mix.
Ingredients
Sardines-500 g
Kashmiri Red Chilly-8-10 nos(you can use normal dry red chilly/Chilli powder also,but Kashmiri chilly gives a  real fire red color  and also less spicy)
Shallots -4 no
Garlic-2 big cloves
Salt-Taste
Curry Leaves-4-5 no
Method Of Preparation
1.Fry Dry chilly s  and Shallots in oil.
2.Grind together all ingredients except the fish.
3.Marinate fish in this masala.keep aside for at least 1/2 hour.
4.On a non stick pan,or grill pan,fry marinated Sardines in 2 tsp oil.
We are using only very little oil,so cooking method also prevents the accumulation of unhealthy fats.
Try this mouth watering fish fry .
EAT HEALTHY---LIVE HEALTHY.



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Chicken Dry Fry ~Low fat

Healthy Chicken Dry Fry
Ingredients 
Chicken-500 gm
Onion-1 big
Ginger garlic paste-1 tbsp
Coconut milk-2tbsp
Tomato sauce-1 tbsp
Oil-1-2 tsp
Curry leaves
Chilly powder-1tbsp
Turmeric powder-1 tsp
Coriander powder-1 tbsp
Chicken masala powder- 1tbsp
Salt-
Method of Preparation
Marinate chicken with Chilly powder,turmeric powder,coriander powder,salt and ginger-garlic paste.
Pour 1-2 tsp oil in a grill pan and cook this marinated chicken really well.Now add chopped onion,curry leaves and chicken masala powder.Let this fry for a while.
Now add 1-2 tbsp coconut milk and mix well.Stir continuously,after 3-4 minutes all the coconut milk will evaporate and you can find oil from the coconut milk.
Now add in 1 tbsp tomato sauce.
Now let this chicken fry in this oil.
Wallah..! Relish your taste buds with this low fat fried chicken.
This is a special recipe you will get only on deepsrecipes.com.












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Vitamin C for weight Loss .

The effective way to reduce body weight is to regulate digestion i.e.; regulate metabolism and thus regulate sugar absorption to cut down those extra pounds.
Our tiny little lemon can help digestion; this is a well known fact. So what if you take a glass of warm water with fresh lemon juice as the first thing in the morning?Your body is getting a natural and healthy digestive aid.

Yes, studies prove that Vitamin C helps in absorption of Calcium thus leading to reduced fat absorption and increased fecal fat excretion.
 Lemon contains Citric acid,which boosts digestion and the best part is that it reduces the sugar absorption from the food you eat.

Great news,isn't it!!! So consume more Vitamin C rich food like lemon,kiwi,grapes,oranges...Studies prove that people who eats these fruits are less likely to gain weight.

 Lemon juice is most effective for skin and hair.
Over all,Lemon is a magical fruit.But are we giving significant importance to this fruit??

Now today's recipe.This is a curry using lemon as the main ingredient.

Ingredients
Lemon-2 nos
Green chilies-4-6 nos
Yogurt-1 tbsp
Coconut grated-2 tbsp
Mustard powder-2 tsp
Method of preparation
Wash and clean lemon.
Cut lemon into small pieces.Add salt and mix well.Keep aside.
Grind together coconut 2 tbsp,green chilies and mustard powder to a smooth paste.Mix this paste with yogurt and pour into the lemon mixture.
Tampering
Heat 1 tsp oil in a pan.Splutter mustard seeds.Add dry red chilly and curry leaves to the oil .Pour this over the curry.
Very tasty,tangy curry is ready...Health benefits are boundless as we already discussed...

HAPPY AND HEALTHY LIVING!!!!!




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Fish Curry (Sardine Curry)

Sardine is a small oily fish,rich in nutrients.
Ingredients
Sardines -500 g
Onion-1 big (make a paste)
Ginger-paste -1 tbsp
Chilly powder-1tbsp
Fenugreek(Methi seeds)-1 tsp
Mustard seeds-1 tsp
Curry Leaves-
Dry red chilly-2-3 nos
Raw mango- 1 cut into small pieces.
(Use Kokum(2-3 nos) if you don't find raw mango.)
Oil-2 -3 tsp
Method Of Preparation
Heat a non stick skillet or sauce pan.Add 2 tsp oil-Splutter mustard seeds.Now add in fenugreek seeds,dry red chilly and curry leaves.When they become slightly brown,add in the ginger paste.Fry this well.
Now add in onion paste.After 2 minutes add in turmeric powder,chilly powder and salt.Keep stirring until oil separates .Now add the fish pieces.Coat the fish with the sauteed masala.Let fish fry a little.
Lightly Fry the fish with all the masala-
Now add 11/2 cups of warm water,mango pieces and more salt if needed.
Once its cooked well(in 3-4 minutes) and gravy is thick,add 1 big spoon of coconut oil and curry leaves on top.
Close the lid to lock the flavors.

Yummy,tangy,delicious and nutritious fish curry is ready to serve!!!






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