Bhojan Bites

Green cardamom - 10-12 pods Fennel - 1 tsp  Cloves - 1/2 tsp  Black pepper - 1/4 tsp  Ajwain - 1/4 tsp  Bay leaf -2-3 Cinnamon powder - 1/4 tsp  Ginger powder - 1/4 tsp  Coriander seeds -1/4 tsp  Dry roast whole spices, cool, grind and blend with other powdered ingredients. Store the spice mix in a airtight container.

  Gulab Jamun Cake – A Fusion Delight A rich, aromatic cake inspired by the classic Indian sweet Gulab Jamun , infused with cardamom, saffron, and a sweet drizzle of flavored milk. Ingredients For the Cake: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup packaged gulab jamun mix (e.g., Gits) ¾ cup sugar ½ tsp cardamom powder ½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda A pinch of saffron 1 cup milk ¼ cup vegetable oil (or any neutral oil) For the Sugar Syrup: ½ cup sugar ¾ cup water Pinch of cardamom Pinch of saffron For the Topping: Slivered almonds & pistachios For the Saffron-Cardamom Milk: 3 cups (approx. ¾ liter) whole milk ¼ cup sugar 5–6 saffron strands ¼ tsp cardamom powder Step-by-Step Instructions 1. Prepare the Cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) . Grease a 8-inch round cake pan (2-inch deep)  well. Warm the milk slightly and add saffron strands. Let them steep while preparing other ingredients. In a l...

 Dal Makhani, a rich and flavorful Punjabi lentil dish, is a staple in many Indian homes. This creamy and buttery dal is made with a combination of whole urad dal (black gram) and chana dal (chickpea), simmered in a fragrant tomato-based gravy. The addition of spices like cumin, ginger, and garam masala gives it a depth of flavor that is simply irresistible. Ingredients: 1 cup whole urad dal (black gram) 1 cup chana dal (chickpea) 1 cup rajma (kidney beans) 2 tomatoes, chopped 2 inches ginger, grated 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon MDH Dal Makhani masala 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder Salt to taste 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1 tablespoon kasoori methi (dried fenugreek leaves) 1 tablespoon sugar (optional) 2 tablespoons ghee or oil 1 green chili, finely chopped 1/4 cup chopped cilantro for garnish Instructions: Prep the lentils: Rinse the urad dal, chana dal, and rajma thoroughly. Soak them in water for at least 8 hours, or o...

This soft, buttery eggless custard cake is lightly flavored with vanilla and enriched with crunchy nuts and colorful tutti frutti. It’s perfect as a tea-time cake or a simple dessert that doesn’t need any frosting. Ingredients ½ cup (100 g) butter, softened 1 cup (230 g) sugar 1 cup (255 ml) milk, at room temperature 1 tsp vinegar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1½ cups (240 g) maida / all-purpose flour ½ cup (68 g) custard powder ½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder 1/8 tsp of salt ¼ cup chopped nuts (almonds and walnuts) 2–3 tbsp tutti frutti Instructions Cream butter and sugar In a large mixing bowl, add the softened butter and sugar. Beat until light, smooth, and fluffy, ensuring the sugar is well combined with the butter. Add wet ingredients Pour in the milk, vinegar, and vanilla extract. Mix well until everything is evenly incorporated. Prepare dry ingredients Sieve together the maida, custard powder, baking soda, baking powder, and a pinch ...