1. Crispy Fritters & Pakoras * Onion Pakora (Bhaji): Thinly sliced onions coated in seasoned gram‑flour batter and deep‑fried until golden—served hot with mint or tamarind chutney . * Palak Pakora: Spinach leaves dipped in besan batter and fried—delicious with tea . * Mixed Vegetable Pakoras: Assorted veggies (potatoes, cauliflower, spinach) dipped in spiced batter and deep‑fried . * Bread Pakora: Stuffed potato sandwiches dipped in gram‑flour batter and fried—soft inside, crunchy outside . * Moong Dal Bhajiya: Batter made from moong lentils, spiced and deep‑fried—crunchy protein‑rich treat . 2. Savory Patties & Tikkis * Aloo Tikki: Spiced mashed‑potato patties, shallow‑fried and served with chutneys . * Batata Vada: Spicy mashed‑potato balls coated with chickpea flour and deep‑fried—great in a pav (vada‑pav) too . * Aloo Dal Tikki: Hybrid of potatoes and channa dal pressed into patties, fried to golden perfection . 3. Samosas & Stuffed Snacks * Classic Aloo Samosa: Cr...
Making pizza at home is not only fun but also incredibly satisfying—especially when you prepare the dough from scratch. Here's a step-by-step guide based on my personal experience of making delicious homemade pizza. You don’t need an oven; I made mine in a kadhai (deep pan), but you can also use a microwave oven if you prefer. Step 1: Activate the Yeast In a small bowl, mix the following: * 4 teaspoons of yeast * 2 teaspoons of sugar * A little lukewarm water (just enough to dissolve the yeast and sugar) Stir well and keep it in a warm place for 5–10 minutes. Once the mixture becomes frothy and bubbles rise to the top, your yeast is activated and ready to use. Step 2: Prepare the Dough In a large mixing bowl: * Add 4 cups of all-purpose flour (maida) * Add 2 teaspoons of salt * Pour in the activated yeast mixture * Gradually add water as needed and knead into a dough Once it starts to come together, take it out onto a clean kitchen surface. Apply some oil to your hands, on the surf...