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

Kaleji Gurday Masala ( Mutton Liver Kidney Curry )

Kaleji Gurday Masala ( Mutton Liver Kidney Curry ) ... Mutton liver and kidney, cooked together in onion and yogurt based curry. This delicious curry is specially prepared on Eid-ul-Adha, after qurbani ( animal sacrifice ) and is served as a breakfast / brunch with roti or Naan.


Kaleji Gurday Masala ( Mutton Liver Kidney Curry )
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Ingredients :

For Boiling :

• 1 kg.  Mutton liver and kidney ( kaleji gurday )
• 1 tsp.  ginger garlic paste

For Curry :

Cumin and Walnut Shortbread

Cumin and Walnut Shortbread ... These spicy, bite-sized shortbread cookies are a fun twist on traditional shortbread. Delicious and wonderful flavor combination!


Cumin and Walnut Shortbread
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Makes : 40 cookies


Ingredients :

• 125 gm.  butter, softened
• 1/2 tsp.  vanilla extract
• 1 tsp.  ground cumin seeds
• 1 tsp.  lemon juice

Quick Pasta with Chicken and Vegetables

Quick Pasta with Chicken and Vegetables ... Quick and easy to make pasta with chicken and vegetables, a simple dish that the kids will love.


Quick Pasta with Chicken and Vegetables
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Ingredients :

• 2 cup elbow macaroni or fusilli pasta ( or any shape ), uncooked
• 1/4 cup oil
• 1 cup coarsely grated carrots

Achari Muthian Salan ( Pickled Kabab Curry )

Achari Muthian Salan ( Pickled Kabab Curry ) ... Beef / Mutton Kababs in thick tangy curry. These Kababs are made with ground / minced meat and spices; formed into thin sausage shapes and shallow-fried. A tangy curry is made separately with onion, tomato, yogurt and spices. Lastly, kababs are added to the curry.


Achari Muthian Salan ( Pickled Kabab Curry )
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Serves : 6


Ingredients :

For Muthian / Kababs :

• 500 gm.  ground / minced meat
• 2 tbsp.  roasted chickpeas { can substitute with gram flour ( Besan ) }
• 1 tsp.  dessicated coconut

Guest Post : Thalassery Mutton Dum Biriyani from Rafeeda of The Big Sweet Tooth

It’s truly an honor to be sharing today's guest post which comes from a very sweet person and wonderful blogger, Rafeeda. Rafeeda is a working woman, mom of two cute little girls and an active blogger at The Big Sweet Tooth where she shares traditional Indian recipes & sweet treats with beautiful write-ups. Can you believe she has done many guest posts in a short span of time. I really admire her efforts and wonder how she manages all that! When I contacted her to share some traditional Eid-ul-Adha recipe over here, she graciously accepted the guest post offer. Let's check out how she celebrates Eid and what she makes especially for her family :)

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Salaam to all the readers of Simply Sweet and Savory…

When Ambreen emailed me with a request for a meat related delicacy served during Eid, I couldn’t say know to her. Who would be able to say “no” to the simply sweet Ambreen? J Amid short notice, though I rummaged through my drafts, I was not able to find much of recipes related to mutton or beef, mainly because it is something cooked when you are really in a mood to or there is an occasion, and yes, occasions like Eid which call for some grand food!

I guess I’ll start with a little introduction about myself. I am Rafeeda, who blogs at The Big Sweet Tooth . A working mother, with two little sweethearts, who looks at cooking as a perfect stress-buster – this is the best way to sum up what I am! Cooking started something as a chore and slowly bloomed to be one of my favorite pastimes as of now. Even though my cooking is very much to please the taste buds of my live-in family, which includes my parents and brother, I love to explore and try making different dishes, which may be accepted.

Guest Post : Memon Kababs from Henna of My Ninja Naan

Today's guest post comes from a wonderful blogger friend, Henna of My Ninja Naan. She is one of the lovely people I've come across through blogging who constantly encourage me with their sweet & wonderful comments. She has actually tried some of my recipes and has given me positive feedback. Please visit her site, if you haven't checked out yet. I'm sure you will love her wonderful site which is full of mouthwatering recipes and tempting pictures.

Henna is sharing her Mom's recipe with us that she makes on special occasions. Let's have a look at her recipe!

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Hello Friends! My name is Henna and I am the “ ninja ” behind My Ninja Naan . I “ met ” Ambreen 2 years ago when I stumbled upon her fabulous blog . I became obsessed with her authentic and tried and true recipes. Soon after discovering her blog, many of Ambreen’s recipes began making appearances in our home. In fact, I had so much success with her recipes that whenever I would try a new creation, my husband would ask, “Is this something you learned from your friend Ambreen?” Sometimes I would jokingly mention to Ambreen that she had become famous in my home ( seriously though, she is! ).

Guest Post : Beef Shami Kebab ( Minced Beef Meat Cutlets ) from Lubna of Yummy Food

Eid-ul-Adha ( Feast of the Sacrifice ) is celebrated by Muslims all over the world to commemorate the willingness of Hazrat Ibrahim ( A. S. ) to obey Allah's ( God's ) command to sacrifice his son Hazrat Ismail ( A. S. ), before Allah intervened and provide Hazrat Ibrahim ( A. S. ) with a ram to sacrifice instead. Now Muslims sacrifice an animal ( usually a goat , sheep , cow or camel ) every year during Eid-ul-Adha to keep fresh the memory of that great sacrifice. The meat from the sacrifice is divided into three equal parts; one third for the family, one third for relatives / friends / neighbours and one third for the poor and needy.

While Eid is just around the corner, I thought to invite few bloggers friends to guest post here and share their favorite recipes for Eid-ul-Adha.

Today, I'm excited to be featuring a guest post from Lubna of " Yummy Food ". Most of you would be already familiar with her blog which is full of delicious recipes and stunning pictures. When I requested her to do a guest post for my blog with some traditional Eid-ul-Adha recipe, she promptly responded with this yummy recipe. Let's see what she has to share with us!

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Assalamu alaikum and welcome to the lovely readers of Simply Sweet 'n Savory. It is my immense pleasure to do a guest post for you people. When Ambreen mailed me to write about a traditional meat recipe which I make at home for Eid-ul-Adha / Bakreed / Bakrid ... with no second thought I choose these Shami Kebab recipe ... as this is my favourite recipe and mostly made during this festive time at my aunt’s place. And as I am at aunt’s place this season, I thought of sharing this recipe straight from her kitchen.

Chicken Nihari ( Pakistani Stew )

Chicken Nihari ( Pakistani Stew ) ... Nihari is a famous South Asian meat stew, specially popular in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh. This slow-cooked meat dish is usually made with beef or mutton, but it tastes just as delicious with chicken.


Chicken Nihari ( Pakistani Stew )
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Serves : 6


Ingredients :

• 1/4 cup oil
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup yogurt

Arvi Ka Salan ( Colocasia / Taro Root Curry )

Arvi Ka Salan ( Colocasia / Taro Root Curry ) ... A simple vegetable curry, made with onions, tomatoes and spices. It tastes great with a squeeze of lemon on top.


Arvi Ka Salan ( Colocasia / Taro Root Curry )
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Ingredients :

• 500 gm.  Colocasia / Taro Root ( Arvi )
• 1/4 cup oil; or less
• 125 gm.  ( 2 medium ) onions, thinly sliced
• 250 gm.   tomatoes, chopped

Fusilli Pasta with Vegetables in Chilli Garlic Sauce & Awards

Fusilli Pasta with Vegetables in Chilli Garlic Sauce ...Simple, easy & quick pasta with vegetables, cooked in chilli garlic sauce. A complete meal ready in minutes!


Fusilli Pasta with Vegetables in Chilli Garlic Sauce
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Serves : 2 - 3

Ingredients :

For Pasta :

• 1 cup fusilli pasta ( or any shape )
• 1 tsp.  oil
• Salt

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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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

Murgh Koftay ( Chicken Meatballs Curry )

Murgh Koftay ( Chicken Meatballs Curry ) ... Meatballs made with chicken mince and spices, cooked in a delicious yogurt based curry.


Murgh Koftay ( Chicken Meatballs Curry )
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Serves : 4 - 6


Ingredients :

For koftay / meatballs :

• 250 gm.  boneless chicken cubes or mince
• 1 large bread slice
• 1/2 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

Dahi Phulkian ( Gram Flour Dumplings In Yogurt Sauce )

Dahi Phulkian ( Gram Flour Dumplings In Yogurt Sauce ) ... A refreshing and light summer meal. These are dumplings made of gram flour, topped with yogurt sauce, tempering and a sprinkle of chaat masala. Serve as a side dish or an appetizer.


Dahi Phulkian ( Gram Flour Dumplings In Yogurt Sauce )
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Serves : 6 - 8

Ingredients :

For Phulki ( Dumplings ) :

• 1 cup gram flour ( besan )
• 1/8 tsp.  baking soda or Sodium Bicarbonate
• 1/2 to 3/4 tsp.  salt
• 1 tsp.  red chilli powder

Qeema Matar ( Mince Curry With Green Peas )

Qeema Matar ( Mince Curry With Green Peas ) ... A flavorful curry made with mutton or beef mince & green peas. This delicious dish goes well with Paratha, Naan or Chappati.


Qeema Matar ( Mince Curry With Green Peas )
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Serves : 4

Ingredients :

• 1/4 cup cooking oil
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp.   cumin seeds
• 1 black cardamom

Kharay Masalay ka Salan ( Mutton Stew )

Kharay Masalay ka Salan ( Mutton Stew ) ... A delicious and flavorful Pakistani style mutton stew prepared with onions, tomatoes, yoghurt & whole spices.


Kharay Masalay ka Salan ( Mutton Stew )
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Ingredients :

• 1/2 cup oil
• 250 gm.  onions, sliced
• 1/2 kg.  mutton, medium sized cubes
• 1 tbsp.  ginger, chopped
• 8 cloves garlic, chopped