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Monthly Archives: November 2011
Chocolate Cake (without eggs or milk!)
This eggless and milkless chocolate cake is simple and delicious. The recipe was given to me by Karen Hanson. Thanks Mom! 1 1/2 c. flour 1 c. sugar 4 Tbsp. cocoa powder 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1/3 c. oil 1 … Continue reading
Dal (Lentils) Appeal
Lentils are an almost daily meal in Pakistan. There must be hundreds of ways to make dal and I am always searching out new recipes to try. To everybody out there: Please send me your favorite lentil recipe. I promise … Continue reading
Vegetarian Rajma (Kidney Bean Dish)
Kidney beans are a staple around our house. I make Rajma at least once per week – varying the spices to avoid monotony. Aside from being a tasty, versatile protein, kidney beans are reportedly good for improving cholesterol levels too. I soak and … Continue reading
White Sauce with Broccoli and Bowtie Pasta
Although you may not be able to tell it by the thermometer, signs would indicate that it is officially winter in Karachi. We found oranges and broccoli in the market! Cooler weather is sure to follow! Here is an easy, but … Continue reading
Making Paneer
Lately, I have been disappointed with the quality of the paneer available in the market, so I decided to make my own (with the help of a cookbook). It was actually quite easy! This recipe is adapted from the Best of … Continue reading
Roast Leg of Goat
Eid Mubarak! This year, I tried my friend Arshi’s tips and ideas for roasting a goat leg. It was delicious! 2 kilo (4 1/2 pounds) goat leg 8 small potatoes, scrubbed, unpeeled 2 small onions, peeled 1 head garlic, unpeeled 4 large carrots, … Continue reading
Red Sauce for Pasta
Tomatoes are one of the best things about Karachi. They are just gorgeous year-round. Of course you can use canned plum tomatoes for this sauce too. Whatever works! 1 T. olive oil 1 onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped … Continue reading
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