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Indian Chinese Cuisine Indian-Chinese Fusion Cuisine is a rage across the Indian sub-continent. In simple words, it is the spicy makeover of takeaway-style Chinese dishes to suit the Indian palate. Indo-Chinese Cuisine is characterized by the presence of dishes like Manchurian, chowmein, fried rice, spring roll, and many other lip-smacking dishes. Over the years, the Indo-Chinese Cuisines have come across as more of takeaway-style comfort food perfect for binge eating....

Chin chin is my all time favorite snack -it tastes so good , yet so bad for you .It is a scrumptious fried pastry made in various ways. Throughout West Africa and Nigeria Chin Chin originally was prepared for special occasions. It has evolved from a special occasion food to being a snack food, sold on street corners, kiosk and supermarkets. Growing up, it was customary at most homes in Cameroon, to make this delicious snack during the Christmas season....

Old Fashioned Cinnamon Toast… In Sugar Buns When I was a kid, cinnamon toast was my very favorite breakfast. I would often wake up on weekend mornings to the tantalizing aroma of cinnamon sugar and butter wafting from the kitchen. Mom would slather large sheet pans of bread with cinnamon butter. Then pop them in the oven to feed all five kids, and any stragglers we had brought home for the weekend....

Why We Love This Cream Cheese Dip Recipe If you’ve ever swooped a crunchy and sweet slice of apple through a bowl of cream cheese and apple dip, you already know what the big deal is… Luxurious, dense, tangy-sweet caramel dip is the perfect pairing for apples when you want a less-than-healthy snack that still tastes fresh and somewhat good for you. It’s great to make ahead and serve at parties with dippers or to enjoy for an afternoon snack or party appetizer....

Why We Love Crock Pot Chuck Roast We have a glorious beef pot roast recipe here on the site that can be made on the stovetop and finished in the oven. We’ve also added instructions for crockpot cooking to the original recipe. Yet here we wanted to create a specified recipe for Beef Chuck Roast in a Slow Cooker. One that requires no pre-cooking at all but still tastes incredibly meaty and tender… And, I have to say, we totally nailed it!...

I never understood the expression “as American as apple pie” until I moved to the States. But then I discovered that Europeans had their version long before the American colonies even existed. This Dutch apple pie, for example. I fell in love the first time I tried it. I’m a happy camper with a cup of coffee with cream and a slice of this exquisiteness. While most apple pies have a top crust, Dutch apple pie is topped off with a decadent streusel made with butter, flour, sugar, and cinnamon....

Straight out of the store cupboard and into the oven for a comforting, good-for-the-soul, no-nonsense dish. Satisfaction all the way. I’m not kidding when I say that this Tuna Pasta Bake recipe is the pinnacle of quick and easy midweek favourites. This has been a regular go-to dish on many a weekly meal plan, and my love of it started when my lovely mum discovered pasta (many moons ago)! Everyone in our house loves it, which is good news for me because it’s so bloomin’ easy to make....

What is Biryani? Biryani is a mixed rice dish popular in India, mainly made with rice, spices, and meat (chicken, beef, goat, lamb, mutton, shrimp (prawns), in addition, eggs are added. But these days, vegetarian versions are also served using mixed vegetables or with mushroom, paneer, baby corn, gobi, or jackfruit to make biryani. If you visit any Indian restaurant, you will see a variety of biryani like Hyderabadi Biryani, Dum Biryani, Chettinad Biryani, Kolkota Biryani, SIndhi Biryani, Afghan biryani and so on....

About Cranberry Lemonade Cranberry lemonade is one of my favorite lemonades. It hardly takes a few minutes to prepare this drink. When lemonade is combined with the natural flavorings of any fruit, it takes the drink to the next level. If you love fruit-based drinks then definitely check out the following recipes - pink raspberry lemonade, sparkling virgin mojito, refreshing Mango Margherita, and Carnival favorite Orange Shakeup! For cranberry recipe ideas check cranberry frangipane tart and cranberry pesto pasta....

Why We Love This Cajun Remoulade Sauce for Crab Cakes From French cuisine to fried American southern staples, a creamy and zesty Remoulade Sauce is a beloved international condiment. Because of the bright and acidic notes, it is often served with seafood, like crab claws or Crab Cakes, shrimp, and oysters, prepared in any number of ways. Louisiana-Style Remoulades also feature spicy and flavorful Cajun Seasoning, making it very popular alongside Creole-inspired dishes....

Shakshuka, meaning “mixed” in Arabic, is an ancient recipe believed to have originated in North West Africa. Tomato stews were popular during the Ottoman Empire, and countries like Tunisia, Morocco, and Yemen all had variations. Regardless of who first created the dish, it is a very popular breakfast today. The basic recipe is hearty, easy, affordable, and can be enjoyed in many ways. I love to pair mine with a paratha, dum ka keema, tawa-fried beef keema, or shami kabab....

‘Tis the season for jolly, holly and creamy dreamy desserts! One of my favorite and quite frankly one of the easiest desserts for this season is the Egg Custard Pie. My friends and I would often finish a whole baking pan in just one sitting. Yes! It’s that addicting especially when served for teatime. Today, you’re gonna learn how to make this dreamy egg custard pie recipe too. You’ll fall in love with the homemade pie crust as well as the melt-in-your-mouth filling....

Pork chops are my favorite weeknight tradition because they’re simple and incredibly versatile. You can prepare this deliciousness in a million and one ways, and it pairs well with just about any side! This pan-fried pork chop recipe is a favorite because it gets me out of the kitchen to the dinner table in record time! It’s unbelievably easy – the seasonings do all the work here! And speaking of seasonings, the ingredients are pantry staples, making them ideal for rushed weeknight mealtimes....

This recipe, if you can even call it a recipe, is so SIMPLE you could make it with your eyes closed. It doesn’t require any additional ingredients or complicated cooking methods. Making them is straightforward, yet these sweet fried plantains always hit the spot! I grew up enjoying anything with plantains. From plantain pancakes and bread or cake to plantain chips – they will always hold a special place in my heart....

Classic to Gourmet, the Easy Way A classic American grilled cheese sandwich is something we can all relate to. We’ve all had killer grilled cheese sandwiches that inspire foodie dreams for weeks, and we’ve all had some that were just okay. In today’s recipe, I’m going to share a few tricks that will make your grilled cheese go from classic and boring to gourmet and spectacular! Fancy Grilled Cheese Sandwich Tips Use good bread....

As is the case with all the best Mediterranean cuisines, a traditional Greek Salad (Horiatiki) is actually very simple, but it’s often the combination and freshness of the ingredients that make it so special. It’s also the dressing blend, and I’m making my favourite (one I’ve always made), with olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice and garlic. After many trips to Greece, I’ve found that the most traditional Greek Salad recipes only ever seem to include dried oregano, although I do like to add fresh mint to mine if I have it, as it adds some extra freshness....

Why We Love This Chicken Meatloaf Recipe There is something so satisfying about cutting into a thick slice of homemade meatloaf. With a tangy glaze on top and hearty chopped vegetables throughout, it’s amazing how many different, delightful flavors and textures there are to enjoy in every bite! We have a classic mini meatloaf recipe that incorporates ground beef, ground turkey, and lots of veggies. It’s tasty, to be sure. However, this fabulous Chicken Meatloaf is a leaner, meaner version for people who are watching their fat and caloric intake....

I initially made this sauce to brighten up my favorite chicken shawarma recipe. It was delightful, but I had a ton of sauce left over. So I started drizzling it over roasted vegetables and salads, which was terrific. Oven-baked salmon was equally amazing! That was so good I may never go back to dipping in ketchup again. 🤩 Needless to say, I absolutely adore this homemade dill sauce. It is incredibly easy to make, literally taking less than five minutes to whip up....

Recipe card What is falafel? Falafel is a deep-fried ball or patty-shaped fritter prepared using chickpeas, herbs like parsley and cilantro, and a few aromatic spices. This is a popular Middle Eastern street food usually served with pitas to make sandwiches, with a taboon (flatbread), meze tray, etc. Falafels are vegan and gluten-free and now become the best alternative to meat-based street food for vegetarians and vegans. This falafel recipe is similar to masala vada (chattambade), which is a popular street food snack in South India prepared using split chickpeas....

When it comes to Easter recipes, you cannot beat a bit of indulgence to celebrate the season. Home cooked lunches and chocolatey treats go without saying, but what about the all-important dessert if you’re cooking for family and friends? This Hot Cross Bun Bread and Butter Pudding is just the ticket. It’s SO EASY to make in the slow cooker, which means the prep can be done early and left to its own devices while your attentions are turned elsewhere in the kitchen (you can also make it in the oven – both methods are below)....