NORTH INDIAN FOOD

Seekh Kebab Made with keema (lamb or beef mince) and traditionally cooked in a tandoor oven, Seekh Kabab is a traditional South Asian cuisine. Seekh Kabab consists of small cubes of meat threaded on a skewer that are grilled or roasted. Here we are using lamb mince but you can use any kind of meat according to your taste. Lamb Seekh kebab and beef seekh kebabs are the most popular.

Besan ka Cheela Mix all the ingredients, except oil, to a thick pouring consistency, adding the water a little at a time. Leave to rest for 15-20 minutes. Heat a tbsp or so of oil in a frying pan, then pour it off into a container. Keeping the heat high, pour some batter in the center of the pan, spreading it out a little. Lower the heat and let cook till the edges brown a little and can be lifted easily. Dribble a little oil around it, turning the pan so the oil goes under the cheela. Flip it over to cook slightly on the other side and before serving it hot with a green chutney.

Cookies A cookie is a baked or cooked food that is typically small, flat and sweet. It usually contains flour, sugar and some type of oil or fat. It may include other ingredients such as raisins, oats, chocolate chips, nuts, etc.

Motichoor Ladoo (Bundi Ladoo) Ladoos are the most popular Indian sweet dish. No festival or occasion can be considered to be complete without ladoos. Amongst the enlarged variety of Ladoos, the most popular of all is Motichoor Ladoo. They are the sweet Indian tradition. Here is a recipe to prepare Motichoor Ladoo. 

Khoya Burfi There is a wide variety of Burfi in India. Here is another recipe of Khoya Burfi. It is a popular Indian sweetish. Learn how to prepare Khoya Burfi by following this easy recipe.

Jalebi This crispy, syrupy dessert is well-loved everywhere in India. It can be compared to that perennial favorite fair food served in the States -- funnel cakes -- except at the end, these fried treats are soaked in a sugary syrup.

Kheer This creamy rice pudding is delicately flavored with cardamom and is full of nuts. It's a  great dessert  for any time of the year. In South India, where it is known as  payasam , and East India, where it is called  payesh , certain versions are made for special festivals.

Mutter paneer Delicately flavored paneer (farmer's cheese or dry curd cheese) is teamed with peas, in a tangy gravy. ​ Mutter paneer  ​is probably the most frequently ordered vegetarian dish in Indian restaurants.

palak paneer This mildly flavored dish is super healthy too! If  paneer  (farmer's cheese or dry curd cheese) is not on hand or you want a dairy-free option, you also can use tofu or veggies like cauliflower or potato.

  Lassi This traditional refreshment originating in the land of five rivers provides relief from the scorching heat of summers and comes in various avatars. Yogurt blended with water and spices or different flavors results in a drink that is best enjoyed in a kulhad (glass made of clay). Choose from fruit flavored lassi or the traditional sweet or salty lassi and if you’re feeling brave enough then you can even try the Bhaang (Cannabis extract) Lassi.

Ghewar This delicacy from Rajasthan is a quite popular during the festivals of Teej, Makar Sankranti and Gangaur. The batter made using all-purpose flour is disgorged into a specially designed mould and then deep fried. The ghewar is then immersed into sugar syrup for a while and served hot with a topping of malai or mawa. The main ingredient which gives the dish its distinct flavor is the kewda essence, which is a plant extract.

  Aam Ka Murabba The aam ka murabba is a traditional Indian savory prepared with raw mango and it can serve as an accompaniment with roti aur paratha. The grated or sliced mangoes mixed with sugar and cooked in low heat. Spices like cumin or aniseed (saunf) that are added to the mixture provide a distinctive essence to the dish and  even aid in digestion .