CAJUN CHICKEN

required:garlic powder-3 tsp,onion powder-3 tsp,cumin powder-2 tsp,red chilli powder-2 tsp,italian seasoning-3 tsp,sweet or smoked paprika powder-3 tsp,black pepper powder-1 tsp,salt-according to taste,oil-3 tbsp,chicken-150 lbs

method

cut boneless thigh pieces into small pieces.mix with all the above ingredients and put in a ziplock bag.with the help of a dough rolling pin try to break down the chicken.marinate for 3- 4 hours covered in the friz.

cook them in a preheated oven or airfryer at 400 F.keep checking and turn off when the chicken is cooked

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KARIVEPAKU CHICKEN

required:oil-4 tbsp,chicken boneless thigh pieces-750g,lemon juice-3 tsp,onion-1 medium finely chopped,curry leaves-10 sprigs, green chillies-6,ghee-2 tsp,ginger&garlic paste-1&1/2 tbsp,water-1/2 cup,turmeric pd-1/4 th tsp,salt-according to taste

method

take ghee and heat it up.fry the curry leaves in the ghee until crisp.remove to a plate and also fry the green chillies until they change colour in the same pan.

marinate the chicken overnight in the friz with lemon juice and salt.add ginger&garlic paste, turmeric pd,onions to the chicken and cook the chicken covered on medium to high flame.if required add warm water and cook if the chicken is not cooked in its juices.

take another pan and heat the oil.put the cooked chicken into the oil and fry for sometime.lastly add the ground paste and saute.adjust any salt and turn off.

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PRAWN CURRY WITH METHI

required:oil-3 tbsp,cloves-2,green cardamom-1,cinnamon-1" piece,small size prawns-2 lb,methi leaves-1 big bunch,tomatoes-2 medium finely chopped,onion-1&1/2 large size,green chilli-1 slit,turmeric pd-1/4 th tsp,ginger&garlic paste-2 tbsp,red chilli pd-1&1/4th tsp,garam masala pd-1 heaped tsp,salt-according to taste,water-3/4 th cup

method

heat a pan and pour oil into it.tip in cloves,cardamom,cinnamon and when they change colour; tip in onions,green chillies,turmeric pd,salt and stirfry until light golden.then add the ginger&garlic paste and saute until it changes colour.add the tomatoes,chilli pd and cook till tomotoes become soft.add the methi leaves and mix well.after 30 sec add the prawns and saute for a min.pour enough water and cook agin.add garam masala after the gravy thickens slightly.turn off after the desired consistency.

if adding already cooked prawns from costco,drain and put them in hot water for a min inorder to remove any fishy smell.frozen methi leaves also can be added in case fresh methi is not available.

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KARAPPODI CHICKEN

required:boneless chicken thighs 800 g-cut into small pieces,karivepaku karam-3 heaped tsp,senagapodi karam-3 heaped tsp,oil-1 tbsp,green chillies-2 slit,beaten curd-1 tbsp,ginger&garlic paste-2 tsp,turmeric pd-1/4 th tsp,red chilli pd-1 tsp,salt-according to taste,curry leaves-few

method

marinate the chicken for half an hour with ginger&garlic paste,red chilli pd,turmeric pd,little salt[there is already salt in karappodi]

cook the marinated chicken in a deep sauce pan on medium heat until all the water dries up.take a non stick pan and add oil.tip in green chillies,curry leaves and when they change colour add beaten curd.cook for 30 sec and tip in the chicken and stir fry for sometime.turn off and add the karappodi.mix well and adjust the salt.

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KALE AND SHRIMP FRY

required:oil-2 tbsp,onion-3/4 th large finely chopped,turmeric pd-1/2 tsp,kale-1 bunch,shrimp-34 g,green chillies-1 slit,garlic chopped-1&1/2 tbsp,red chilli flakes-2 pinches,red chilli pd-2 pinches,salt-according to taste

method

for preparing the kale,seperate the leafy part from the middle stem and wash nicely.chop and put in a colander for water to drain nicely.cook the cleaned and washed shrimp along with red chilli pd,half the turmeric pd,little salt in a vessel for few minutes until any water from the shrimp dries up.heat the oil in a pan and tip in garlic and when it starts to change colour tip in onions,green chilli,turmeric pd,salt and fry until the onions are light brown.now put the kale leaves into the pan.stir fry and after a minute tip in shrimp,red chilli flakes.adjust the salt.when the kale is little soft turn off and serve with rice.

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DRUMSTICKS& PRAWN CURRY

required:drumsticks-2 medium size,tomatoes-2 medium finely chopped,oil-3 tbsp,cardamom-1,cloves-3,cinnamon-1" piece,ginger&garlic paste-2 tbsp,garam masala pd-1 heaped tsp,red chilli pd-1&1/2 tsp,prawns-2 lb,turmeric pd-1/4th tsp,khuskhus-1tsp, cashews-4,chopped coriander-little,salt-according to taste,water-1&1/2 cups,large onion-1 &1/2,1 green chilli-slit
method
grind the khuskhus and cashews in a coffee grinder or spice grinder.add water to this and keep aside.dice the drumsticks into even sized pieces removing little fibre along the way.heat a pan with oil andtip in cloves,cardamom,cinnamon.next add the onions,green chilli,turmeric pd and fry nicely until theonion changes colour.add the ginger&garlic paste and fry until the raw smell disappears.then put thetomatoes and fry nicely until they turn mushy.tip in drumstick and fry for a min.now also add the prawns and saute for a min.add the ground paste,water,red chilli pd,salt and cover.when the gravy becomes sligthy thick add garam masala and coriander

KODI[CHICKEN] RASAM

required:curry cut chicken with bones[450 g or 1 lb],black pepper pd-1 tsp,red chilli pd-1/4 th tsp,green chilli-1 large,turmeric pd-1/4 th tsp,water-4 or 5 cups,tomatoes-2 medium cut into chunks,oil-1 tbsp,garam masala pd-1/2 tsp,bayleaf-1,coriander small bunch-chopped,coriander pd-2 tsp,salt-according to taste,garlic cloves-5,shallots-3 medium,cumin seeds-2 tsp
method
grind green chilli,garlic,shallots,cumin seeds into coarse paste.heat oil in a deep bottomed vessel and tip in bay leaf.then add the chicken and fry for 2 min.add tomatoes,ground paste,pepper pd,turmeric pd,coriander pd,red chilli pd and mix well and fry for 2 min.pour water and cook on a medium flame to high flame. when the oil floats on top;add salt,garam masala,coriander and turn off after a min.

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FISH CURRY

required:catfish pieces-6,red chilli pd-1 tsp,ginger&garlic paste-1 tbsp,turmeric pd-1/4 th tsp,salt-1/4 th tsp or accoridng to taste,tamarind paste-1 tbsp,water-1&1/2 cups,onion[red] large-1 sliced thin and halved,green chillies-2 slit,oil-4 tbsp,coriander-little chopped
method
clean the fish pieces nicely and put arrange them next to one another in a deep bottomed but flat pan.tip in red chilli pd,ginger garlic paste,salt,turmeric pd and mix well.now add the onions,oil and mix again.now mix tamarind paste along with water and pour onto the fish.cover and cook on high flame until the water starts bubbling away.swirl the cooking vessel once carefully so that the gravy is spread evenly.open the lid and cook until oil comes to the top

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DOSAKAYI CHICKEN

required:oil-4 tbsp,cloves-2,green cardamom-1,cinnamon-1"piece,yellow cucumber-200 g,chicken kheema-16 oz or 450 g,green chillies-3 slit,onion large-finely chopped,ginger&garlic paste-3 tsp,red chilli pd-1&1/2 tsp,salt-according to taste,turmeric pd-1/4 th tsp,garam masala pd-1 heaped tsp,water-1/2 cup to cook cucumber,coriander-finely chopped,water-3/4 th cup to cook kheema
method
cover and cook the cucumber with little salt,turmeric pd,red chilli pd,water until al dente.heat the oil in a thick bottomed vessel and tip in cloves,cardamom,cinnamon.next tip in the onion,green chillies,little salt and stir fry until the onions are slightly brown.add the ginger&garlic paste and fry until the onions are golden.next add the kheema and keep covered for sometime.when the kheema changes colour tip in red chilli pd and pour water.cook until soft and then put the cooked cucumber into the vessel and mix well.adjust salt,red chilli pd and add garam masala,coriander.

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PAN FRIED SALMON

required:salmon-few pieces of a boneless fillet, taco seasoning-1/2 cup,salt-according to taste,oil-little to grease the pan
method
the store bought taco seasoning already has salt in it but when sprinkled on the fish little more salt is required.for every half cup of taco seasoning approximately 2 pinches of salt is required.put the taco seasoning on a plate.place the cleaned salmon pieces on top of the seasoning and let the pieces to be dusted with the powder only on one side.place them on the greased and heated pan.the seasoned side should face the oil.now sprinkle the taco seasoning on top of the salmon pieces.when the bottom is fried ,flip and fry on the other side.fry on medium flame because the pan is already hot and it takes time to sprinkle the taco seasoning also.if any of the salmon pieces are thick they can be halved carefully with a knife so that all the pieces can cook evenly.

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KHEEMA CURRY

required:mutton kheema-1/2 kg, oil-2 tbsp,cloves-3,green cardamom-2,cinnamon-2" piece,green chillies-3 slit, water-2&1/2 cups, ginger&garlic paste-2 tbsp,onion-1 large finely chopped, red chilli pd-4 tsp, little coriander-chopped,garam masala pd-3 tsp,salt-according to taste
method
heat the oil in a pressure cooker and tip in cloves, cardamom,cinnamon.after few sec tip in onion, green chilli,turmeric pd, little salt and fry thoroughly until the onion is light brown in colour.now add the ginger&garlic paste and fry well until golden.next add the kheema and stir fry for 3 min.add red chilli pd, water and cook for 3 or 4 whistles.open the lid and adjust the salt.tip in coriander, garam masala and cook further until the water reduces little

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PRAWN BIRYANI

required:oil-2 tbsp,ghee-2 tbsp,cloves-5,green cardamom-3,black cardamom-1,cinnamon-1" piece,mace-1,bay leaves-2,black cumin or shahjeera-1 tsp, star anise-1,thinly sliced onion-1/2 of a large,cleaned prawns-1 lb or 450 g,green chilies-6 slit,basmathi rice-2 heaped cups,mint leaves-1 bunch leaves seperated,coriander leaves-1 bunch roughly chopped,garam masala pd-1 heaped tsp,salt-according to taste,water-3&3/4 th cups, red chilli pd-3/4 th tsp, tomato-1 small roughly chopped, ginger&garlic paste-2 tbsp, turmeric pd-1/2 tsp
method
clean the mint leaves and coriander leaves and keep them ready.peel the prawns and wash them nicely.soak the basmati rice for 30 min in water.
while the rice is soaking take a pressure cooker and heat up the oil and ghee.tip in cloves,cardamom,black cardamom,cinnamon,mace,bayleaves,black cumin,star anise and sauce for few sec.now tip in onion, green chillies, turmeric pd, little salt and fry until the onion is light golden in colour.now add the ginger&garlic paste and fry for a min on medium flame.tip in prawns, tomato,red chilli pd and fry on high flame for a min.next tip in coriander, mint and saute until almost the water has dried up.add the drained rice and stir fry for a  min.pour water, adjust salt, add garam masala pd and mix well.the water should be little salty.close the lid when the water starts to boil.when the sound of the first whistle starts simmer and turn off after 5 min

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GONGURA ROYYALU

required:prawns-2 lb,gongura-1 big bunch-leaves only,10 green chillies-half whole and half ground,red chilli pd-1/2 tsp,salt-according to taste,oil-3 tbsp,garlic paste-2 tbsp,onion-1 large chopped roughly,turmeric pd-1/4 th tsp,water-1/2 cup
method
add red chilli pd to the prawns and cover until all the water has evaporated on a medium flame.take a cooker and cook onion,gongura, half of the green chillies,turmeric pd,water for a whistle.after the pressure goes down mash this nicely.
now take a frying pan and fry the garlic paste in the oil until it slightly changes colour.tip in the green chilli paste and fry.now add the prawns and saute for a min.add the gongura paste and saute until the oil comes out.add salt and mix well.

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SCRAMBLED FISH

required:fish-1&1/2kg,green chillies[small and spicy variety]-13 if long in size-8,ginger&garlic paste-1&1/2 tbsp,salt-according to taste,black pepper pd-little,onions-3 medium finely chopped,curry leaves-few,turmeric pd-less than 1/2 tsp,garam masala pd-1 tsp,oil-3 tbsp,cloves-2,cardamom-1,cinnamon-1" piece
method
steam the boneless fish fillets in a steamer for 4 min.heat the oil and tip in cloves,cardamom,cinnamon.next add the onions,green chillies,turmeric pd,curry leaves and fry until lightly golden.add the ginger&garlic paste and fry until the raw smell disappears.tip in the steamed fish and fry for sometime.add the black pepper pd,garam masala pd and mix well.this can be stuffed in the dosa and sandwich

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SAUSAGE AND SPINACH FRIED RICE

required:1 tbsp oil,garlic clove-1 or 2 roughly chopped,1 heaped cup-uncooked rice,salt-according to taste,spinach leaves-3 handfuls,white pepper pd-1tsp,red pepper and roasted garlic chicken sausages-4,msg-1/4 th tsp[optional]
method
cook the rice with enough water and let it come to room temperature.heat a wok with oil and tip in the garlic.when the garlic slightly changes colour ,tip in sausages and fry for half min.add rice,white pepper pd,msg and mix well.lastly add spinach,salt.turn off when the spinach wilts.

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GINGER CHICKEN

required:chicken-3/4 th kg with bones,bayleaf-1,onion-3/4 th large size chopped and pureed,oil-1 tbsp,ginger paste-1 tbsp,red chilli pd-1 tsp,thick tomato paste[canned]-1/2 tbsp,salt-according to taste,coriander leaves-little chopped,water-to cook-2 cups,turmeric pd-1/4 th tsp,roasted
coriander pd-1 tsp,roasted cumin pd-1/2 tsp,green chilli-1 slit
method
heat a pan with oil and tip in bayleaf.add onion puree,green chilli and  saute till light golden in colour.next add ginger paste and fry until the raw smell disappears.add the chicken and wait for 5 min.saute well and tip in salt,coriander pd,cumin pd,red chilli pd and then lastly add water.keep it covered on medium heat and when the chicken is almost cooked add the tomato paste and cook further.lastly add coriander.

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RIDGEGOURD WITH PRAWNS

required:oil-2 tbsp,prawns-2 lb medium size,onion-1 large finely chopped,ridgegourd-3 nos peeled and chopped into small pieces,green chillies-3 slit,ginger&garlic paste-1 tbsp,turmeric pd-1/4 th tsp,red chilli pd-1 tsp,salt-according to taste,curry leaves-1 sprig,cloves-2,cardamom-1,cinnamon-1" piece,garam masala pd-3/4 th tsp,water-2 cups,coriander-fe leaves chopped
method
heat oil in a pan and tip in cloves,cardamom,cinnamon,onions,green chillies,turmeric pd,curry leaves.
when the onions are slightly brown,add the ginger&garlic paste and saute on medium flame until the raw smell disappears.next tip in the cleaned prawns,salt,red chilli pd and saute until the prawns change colour.now put the ridgegourd pieces and add water.cover until the ridgegourd softens and oil appears on top.lastly add garam masala pd, coriander and mix well

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GREEN CHICKEN

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required:chicken with bones-1/2 kg,oil-1/2 tbsp,coriander-1 big bunch,green chillies-5,salt-according to taste,turmeric pd-2 pinches,cloves-2,green cardamom-1,cinnamon-1" piece,garam masala pd-1 tsp,ginger&garlic paste-2 tsp,curry leaves-1 sprig
method
put the chicken,ginger&garlic paste,salt,turmeric pd in a vessel and cook covered until soft.the water from the chicken should also dry up.meanwhile grind the green chillies along with washed coriander[stems also] to a smooth paste.take another pan and tip in cloves,cardamom,cinnamon into the heated oil.also add curry leaves along with the chicken and stir fry for 3 min.now add the prepared paste and mix well.tip in garam masala after the green paste nicely coats the chicken.turn off after 2 min.serve with rice.

CHICKEN AND THOTAKURA[AMARANTHUS] FRY

required:thotakura-1 big bunch,mustard seeds-1/4 tsp,green chillies-3 slit,onion-2 medium finely chopped,garlic cloves-2 chopped,
oil-2 tbsp,cloves-3,green cardamom-2,cinnamon-1" piece,ginger&garlic paste-4 tsp,red chilli pd-1 to 1&1/2 tsp,salt-according to taste,chicken-1 kg,turmeric pd-1/4 th tsp,garam masala pd-1 tsp
method
trim the ends of the leafy vegetable and wash nicely.chop the leaves along with the stems.heat little oil and pop the mustards.tip in garlic and when the garlic changes colour add 1/4 th of the onions,green chillies and fry until the onions are soft.tip in salt and a pinch of turmeric pd along with the leaves.wait until the leaves wilt and turn off.in another pan heat the oil and add cloves,cinnamon,cardamom and then onions,salt.tip in the remaining turmeric pd.when the onions are fried, tip in ginger&garlic paste and fry till the raw smell disappears.now add the chicken,red chilli pd
and cover for sometime.open the lid after 3 min and fry the chicken.lastly add garam masala pd and also the leafy vegetable.mix well and turn off.

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CHETTINADU PRAWN CURRY

required:oil-1&1/2 tbsp,cinnamon-1" piece,cloves-3,star anise-1,curry leaves-1 sprig,onion-1 big finely chopped,ginger&garlic paste-1/2 tbsp,turmeric pd-1/4 th tsp,tomato-1 big diced,prawns-1 lb or 1/2 kg,salt-according to taste,water-2 cups,red chilli pd-1 tsp,coriander-few leaves chopped

for chettinadu masala:coconut-1 tbsp,khuskhus-1 tsp,roasted chanadal-2 tsp,cashews-2,garlic cloves-9,saunf-1 heaped tsp,cumin seeds-1 heaped tsp,small onions or small onions-7,pepper corns-2 heaped tsp,coriander seeds-1 heaped tsp

method
for preparing the paste:take little oil in a pan and fry peppercorns,cumin seeds,saunf,coriander seeds,garlic,onion,cashews,khus khus,chanadal,coconut one after the other until they slightly change colour.grind to a smooth paste.
for curry:take a pan and heat the oil.tip in cinnamon,cloves,star anise,curry leaves,onion one after the 
other and fry until the onion is light golden in colour.tip in turmeric pd,ginger&garlic paste and fry until the raw smell is gone.add the tomato and fry for a min.add the prawns,salt,red chilli pd and mix well.after a min add water,prepared paste  and cook covered on a medium to high flame until the oil appears on the surface.sprinkle some coriander.

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