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South Asia • South Asia
ID 48

Aloo Gobi

Main Course South Asia
Cook time 35 min
Difficulty Easy
Portion Single

aloo-gobi

Ingredients: Potatoes (cubed) (1 cup), Cauliflower (florets) (1 cup), Onion (sliced) (1/4), Tomato (chopped) (1), Turmeric (1/2 tsp), Cumin seeds (1/2 tsp), Garam masala (1/2 tsp), Oil (1 tbsp)

322.8 kcal 12.4 protein 8.6 fat 51.4 carbs
Confidence 99% Vegetarian-leaning
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Step 1: Heat oil, add cumin seeds, then onions and tomatoes. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 2: Add spices, potatoes, and cauliflower. Stir well. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 3: Cover and cook until vegetables are tender. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 4: Garnish with coriander and serve hot. Arrange the dish neatly on a plate and, if desired, add fresh herbs or complementary condiments to enhance presentation and taste..

Stir-Fry • South Asia
ID 55

Bhuna Khichuri

Curry Fried Main Course Rice
Cook time 45 min
Difficulty Medium
Portion Single

bhuna-khichuri

Ingredients: Basmati rice (1/2 cup), Moong dal (roasted) (1/4 cup), Ghee (1 tbsp), Bay leaf (1), Cinnamon stick (1 small), Cloves & cardamom (2 each), Fried onions (2 tbsp), Water (1.5 cups)

788.7 kcal 19.4 protein 15.8 fat 158.3 carbs
Confidence 99% Vegetarian-leaning
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Step 1: Sauté spices in ghee, add rice and dal, toast lightly. Stir continuously to prevent any burning and allow the ingredients to release their aromatic oils, enhancing overall flavor..
Step 2: Add water and cook covered until grains are soft. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 3: Top with fried onions and serve with egg curry or meat curry. Arrange the dish neatly on a plate and, if desired, add fresh herbs or complementary condiments to enhance presentation and taste..

Indian • South Asia
ID 42

Biryani

Chicken Fried Indian Lamb
Cook time 90 min
Difficulty Hard
Portion Single

biryani

Ingredients: Basmati rice (1/2 cup), Chicken or lamb (150g), Yogurt (2 tbsp), Onion (fried) (1/4 cup), Ginger-garlic paste (1 tbsp), Biryani masala (1 tbsp), Saffron milk (1 tbsp), Mint & coriander (2 tbsp)

516.8 kcal 47.8 protein 7.8 fat 54.5 carbs
Confidence 99% High protein
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Step 1: Marinate meat with yogurt, spices, and paste. Cover the container and refrigerate, allowing the ingredients to marinate and deeply absorb the flavors..
Step 2: Partially cook rice with whole spices, drain. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 3: Layer meat and rice in a pot, sprinkle saffron milk, fried onions, and herbs. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 4: Cook on low heat (dum) for 25–30 minutes. Serve hot. Arrange the dish neatly on a plate and, if desired, add fresh herbs or complementary condiments to enhance presentation and taste..

Simmered • South Asia
ID 41

Butter Chicken

Chicken Grilled Main Course Simmered
Cook time 45 min
Difficulty Medium
Portion Single

butter-chicken

Ingredients: Chicken (boneless) (150g), Yogurt (2 tbsp), Lemon juice (1 tbsp), Garam masala (1 tsp), Butter (2 tbsp), Tomato puree (1/2 cup), Cream (2 tbsp), Garlic & ginger paste (1 tbsp)

658.6 kcal 44.9 protein 42.2 fat 18.1 carbs
Confidence 99% High proteinLower carb
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Step 1: Marinate chicken in yogurt, lemon juice, and spices for at least 1 hour. Cover the container and refrigerate, allowing the ingredients to marinate and deeply absorb the flavors..
Step 2: Grill or sauté chicken until partially cooked. Stir continuously to prevent any burning and allow the ingredients to release their aromatic oils, enhancing overall flavor..
Step 3: In another pan, melt butter, add ginger-garlic paste, and tomato puree. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 4: Simmer, then add grilled chicken and cream. Cook until thick and smooth. Partially cover the pot and keep a close watch to ensure the ingredients cook evenly without drying out..

Stir-Fry • South Asia
ID 49

Chicken Karahi

Chicken Fried Main Course South Asia
Cook time 45 min
Difficulty Medium
Portion Single

chicken-karahi

Ingredients: Chicken (bone-in) (150g), Tomatoes (chopped) (2), Green chilies (sliced) (1), Ginger-garlic paste (1 tbsp), Red chili powder (1/2 tsp), Garam masala (1/2 tsp), Oil (2 tbsp), Fresh coriander (for garnish)

306.2 kcal 42.6 protein 6.6 fat 10.4 carbs
Confidence 93% High proteinLower carb
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Step 1: Heat oil, sauté ginger-garlic paste. Stir continuously to prevent any burning and allow the ingredients to release their aromatic oils, enhancing overall flavor..
Step 2: Add chicken and fry until browned. Maintain a steady medium-high heat and make sure not to overcrowd the pan, which helps to achieve a perfect golden crisp..
Step 3: Add tomatoes, chili, and spices. Cook until oil separates. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 4: Garnish with coriander and serve with naan. Arrange the dish neatly on a plate and, if desired, add fresh herbs or complementary condiments to enhance presentation and taste..

Indian • South Asia
ID 59

Chicken Tikka Masala

Chicken Fried Grilled Indian
Cook time 60 min
Difficulty Medium
Portion Single

chicken-tikka-masala

Ingredients: Chicken breast (cubed) (150g), Yogurt (2 tbsp), Ginger-garlic paste (1 tbsp), Tikka masala spices (1 tbsp), Tomato puree (1/2 cup), Cream (2 tbsp), Butter (1 tbsp)

546 kcal 44.6 protein 29.9 fat 17.3 carbs
Confidence 99% High proteinLower carb
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Step 1: Marinate chicken in yogurt and spices for 1 hour. Cover the container and refrigerate, allowing the ingredients to marinate and deeply absorb the flavors..
Step 2: Grill or pan-fry until charred. Set aside. Maintain a steady medium-high heat and make sure not to overcrowd the pan, which helps to achieve a perfect golden crisp..
Step 3: Cook tomato puree with butter and cream, then add chicken. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 4: Simmer until sauce thickens. Serve with naan or rice. Partially cover the pot and keep a close watch to ensure the ingredients cook evenly without drying out..