Gathia ( Crunchy Gram Flour Sticks )

Gathia ( Crunchy Gram Flour Sticks ) ... Gathia is a traditional Indian / Pakistani snack. These crunchy thick sticks are made with gram flour, salt, baking soda, spices and oil. Enjoy it just on its own or with a cup of tea!


Gathia ( Crunchy Gram Flour Sticks )
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Serves : 4 - 6


Ingredients :

• 250 gm.  besan ( gram flour )
• 1/2 tsp.  salt
• 1/2 tsp.  baking soda

Apple Raisin Muffins with Caramel Drizzle

Apple Raisin Muffins with Caramel Drizzle ... Moist, healthy and yummy muffins with apple chunks and raisins; drizzled with an easy caramel glaze.


Apple Raisin Muffins with Caramel Drizzle
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Makes : 8 muffins

Ingredients :

For Muffins :

• 1 apple ( about 3/4 cup, peeled, cored and chopped )
• 1/4 cup raisins
• 2 tsp.  lemon juice
• 1 cup all-purpose flour

Strawberry Glazed Cake Doughnuts ( No Yeast ) : 3rd Blogoversary

Strawberry Glazed Cake Doughnuts ( No Yeast ) ... Homemade fried cake doughnuts ( or donuts ) without yeast, with a pink strawberry glaze and topped with colored sprinkles.

I'm extremely excited to celebrate the 3rd blogoversary of " Simply Sweet 'n Savory " today. Since starting this blog in November 2010, it has been a magical journey for me so far. Thanks to you all, I have enjoyed every moment of these past 3 years. I can't thank you enough for taking the time to visit my blog, liking my posts and leaving such nice comments that brighten my day. Hope you continue to visit here and enjoy the recipes from my kitchen :)


Strawberry Glazed Cake Doughnuts ( No Yeast )
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Makes : 12 large or 16 medium sized doughnuts


Ingredients :

For Doughnuts :

• 288 gm.  plain flour
• 1 1/2 tsp.  baking powder
• 1/8 tsp.  salt

Guest Post : Strawberry Jam Coconut Slice for RaaaZzzfoodlove

Please, join me today guest posting at Razina's space " RaaaZzzfoodlove ".

I came across her blog recently which is full of delicious recipes. When she asked for a guest post related to baking, I accepted her offer immediately. As you might know, I'm always looking for excuses to bake more sweet stuff:)

I’m sharing a delicious sweet treat which is perfect for afternoon tea or as a snack. Please, check out my guest post HERE !!!

Thank you once again Razina for giving me this lovely opportunity :)

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Thank you for stopping by. Hope you enjoy the recipe!!!

Aloo Chana Chaat ( Potatoes & Chickpeas with Yogurt )

Aloo Chana Chaat ( Potatoes & Chickpeas with Yogurt ) ... Boiled chickpeas, potatoes, boondi ( fried drops of gram-flour batter) with yogurt sauce. Serve this chaat as a light meal or a snack.


Aloo Chana Chaat ( Potatoes & Chickpeas with Yogurt )
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Serves : 10 - 12

Ingredients :

For Chaat :

• 500 gm.  chickpeas, soaked overnight
• 250 gm.  potatoes

Baked Chicken Rolls or Buns ( No Yeast )

Baked Chicken Rolls or Buns ( No Yeast ) ... Quick rolls or buns made with baking powder instead of yeast that requires no kneading. These delicious stuffed rolls are great for breakfast or as a snack.


Baked Chicken Rolls or Buns ( No Yeast )
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Makes : 8 rolls or buns


Ingredients :

Dough :

• 2 cup plain flour
• 2 1/2 tsp.  baking powder

Guest Post: Chicken Kachori for Lubna of Yummy Food

My very first guest post ... It's truly an honor for me to be guest posting today at Yummy Food .

I was so excited when one of my favorite food blogger, Lubna of Yummy Food asked me for a guest post. I've always drooled over her delicious posts and beautiful clicks. Lubna is hosting a Ramadan event " Joy From Fasting To Feasting – VI " where Muslim food bloggers from around the world will share their favorite Ramadan recipes.

I’m sharing a delicious Chicken Kachori recipe for her blog. These are fried flaky pastries stuffed with cooked meat ( chicken, mutton or beef ), served as tea time snacks.

Please join me over at "Yummy Food", do check out the recipe and share your thoughts :)

Thank you so much Lubna for this lovely opportunity to guest post on your blog, feel honored :)


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Thank you for stopping by. Hope you enjoy the recipe!!!

Cumin Seed Wafers

Cumin Seed Wafers ... These crispy wafers are great as a snack or an appetizer. Serve with your favorite dip or salsa, but they are equally good to much on without any dip.


Cumin Seed Wafers
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Makes : 48


Ingredients :

• 250 gm.  plain flour
• 1 tsp.  baking powder

Chocolate Coated Cake Doughnuts ( No Yeast )

Chocolate Coated Cake Doughnuts ( No Yeast ) ... I love making cake donuts! Homemade fried cake doughnuts ( or donuts) without yeast which are much easier and quicker than yeast-based fried doughnuts. I've been using this recipe for several years, but then came across this recipe through a cooking show. Now these are my favorite, crispy crust and soft, almost cake-like texture inside.


Chocolate Coated Cake Doughnuts ( No Yeast )
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Makes : 12 large or 16 medium sized doughnuts

Ingredients :

• 288 gm.  plain flour
• 1 1/2 tsp.  baking powder
• 1/8 tsp.  salt

Chicken & Vegetable Rolls

Chicken & Vegetable Rolls ... Deep-fired crispy rolls with chicken and vegetable filling. These delicious and irresistible rolls are the perfect appetizer or snack for Iftar, teatime or any occasion.


Chicken & Vegetable Rolls
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Makes :  12


Ingredients :

For Filling :

• 1 cup peeled and grated carrot
• 1 cup chopped spring onions, green part only
• 1 cup finely shredded cabbage
• 1 cup boiled and shredded chicken
• 2 hard boiled eggs, chopped

Bumpy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Balls ( No-Bake )

Bumpy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Balls ( No-Bake ) .... A sweet & salty flavor combination that is sure to please any peanut butter lover. These delicious treats are simple, quick and easy to prepare.


Bumpy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Balls ( No-Bake )
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Makes : 4 balls

Ingredients :

• 1/8 cup peanut butter
• 1 tbsp.  honey

Almond Cake Rusk

Almond Cake Rusk ... Cake rusk is a double baked cake made from oil / butter, sugar, eggs, plain flour, baking powder and flavorings. They are made by first baking a cake, slicing into bars / strips and then drying in the oven on low heat until crispy. These delicious crispy bars with a touch of almonds are perfect for breakfast or as a teatime snack with a cup of tea or coffee.


Almond Cake Rusk
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Makes : about 24 slices / bars


Ingredients :

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp.  baking powder
• 1/2 cup oil or butter, softened

Almond Biscotti

Almond Biscotti ... Biscotti are twice-baked biscuits of Italian origin. They are oblong-shaped almond biscuits, baked twice to make them dry and crunchy. They are only slightly sweet with a nutty taste and crunchy texture. Biscotti are usually served with hot coffee and espresso drinks. It can be served as a light breakfast, snack or even dessert.

Kachay Keemay Kay Kabab ( Raw Minced Meat Kababs )

Kachay Keemay Kay Kabab ( Raw Minced Meat Kababs ) ... Delicious tender kebab made with raw mince meat, marinated with a mixture of spices, shaped into flat round patties and pan-fried. These are perfect as a snack, starters or main course. They can also be used to make sandwiches or mini burgers.

Kachay Keemay Kay Kabab ( Raw Minced Meat Kababs )
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Serves : 6 - 8

Curried Chicken Pita Wraps

Curried Chicken Pita Wraps ... A combination of flavorful curried chicken and refreshing salad, wrapped in a warm pita bread. Healthy and absolutely delicious!

Curried Chicken Pita Wraps
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Ingredients :

For Chicken :

• 250 gm.   boneless chicken, small cubes
• 1/2 cup yogurt
• 1 tsp.  vinegar
• 1/2 tsp.  salt

Chicken Vegetable Toasted Sandwich

Chicken Vegetable Toasted Sandwich ... Toasted bread sandwiches stuffed with a delicious chicken and vegetables filling. Start your day with this wholesome and healthy sandwich, serve as a snack or as a light meal.


Chicken Vegetable Toasted Sandwich
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Ingredients :

For Filling :

• 1 cup peeled and grated carrot
• 1 cup chopped spring onions, green part only
• 1 cup finely shredded cabbage

Meethi Mangochian ( Lentil Fritters in Sweetened Creamy Yogurt ) and Award

Meethi Mangochian ( Lentil Fritters in Sweetened Creamy Yogurt ) ... Fritters made with Moong lentil paste, served with creamy yogurt sauce and chutney.

Meethi Mangochian ( Lentil Fritters in Sweetened Creamy Yogurt )
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Ingredients:

For Lentil Fritters ( Mangochian ) :

• 250 gm.  Split Yellow Lentil ( Moong dal )
• 1 tsp.  carom seeds ( ajwain )
• Pinch of nigella seeds ( kalonji )

Churros and Award

Churros ( or Spanish doughnuts ) are deep-fried sticks of dough, sprinkled with sugar and served with warm chocolate sauce for dipping. The dough is a mixture of flour, water and salt. These taste best when they are freshly fried.

Churros 

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Chicken Veggie Pockets ( Savory Cakes in a Sandwich-maker )

Chicken Veggie Pockets ... Savory cakes made with chicken, carrot, capsicum & spring onion; prepared in a sandwich-maker.

A few months ago, I posted a recipe for cakes in a sandwich-maker ( taken from a TV show). They were a great hit. I've received positive feedback from some blogger friends who have tried it. But, if you don’t have a sweet tooth, try this recipe! This savory cake recipe is taken from the same TV show. These were good, but not as soft like the sweet cakes.

Cheese Crackers

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An easy & quick recipe for homemade cheese crackers. They smell and taste so delicious. Light, crunchy and airy; I am sure you will love it!