Chatpata Rings

Chatpata rings, an occasional and monsoon snack for the short breaks, these munchies look and taste great. Limit the portion size, since they are deep-fried and habit-forming. The most hassle free dish for the way it tastes !

Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time     : 15 mins 
Servings            :  4

Ingredients

To Be Mixed Together Into A Masala 

1/2 tsp chaat masala
1/4 tsp chilli powder
1 tsp powdered sugar
salt to taste

 

Other Ingredients1/2 cup maize flour (makai ka atta)
1/4 cup plain flour (maida)
1 tbsp oil
salt to taste
1/4 tsp oil for kneading
oil for deep-frying

 

Method

1. Combine the maize flour, plain flour, oil and salt in a bowl and knead into soft dough adding warm water (approx. 4 tbsp). Keep aside for 5 minutes.
2. Knead again using oil till smooth and elastic.
3. Divide the dough into 2 equal portions and roll out each portion into a 150 mm (6”) diameter circle.
4. Divide each circle into 2 equal portions (you will get 4 semi-circles).
5. Place a semi-circle on a flat, dry surface and cut it into 1 cm. Thick strips.
6. Repeat with the remaining semi-circles to make more strips. Keep aside.
7. Roll each strip into a ring and press to seal the edges.
8. Heat the oil in a kadhai and deep-fry the rings in batches in oil till they turn golden brown in colour. Drain on absorbent paper.
9. Sprinkle the prepared masala and toss well.

Pack

1. Cool slightly and pack in a Air Tight box.

 

 

Best Food for Eyes

1. Cherries contain antioxidants that can prevent eye problems that lead to blindness. They are also rich in  bioflavonoids that strengthen the blood vessels that carry oxygen to the eyes and brain. Cherries also contain calcium, potassium, fiber and iron, and Vitamins A, B and C.E

2. Almonds are rich in Vitamin E that help prevent cataract and improves vision.

3. Avocadoes are packed with antioxidants that improve eyesight and prevent problems like astigmatism, glaucoma and cataracts.

4. Flaxseeds are one of the richest sources of natural omega-3 fatty acids, that helps build immunity and prevent age-related macular degeneration in the eyes.

5. Sunflower seeds and parsley are rich in Vitamin E and B2 that are extremely beneficial for the eyes.

6. Corn is a great source of lutein and zeaxanthin, and a fair source of beta-carotene and Vitamin C.

7.  Strawberries are rich source of Vitamin E. Studies reveal that person whose diet is rich in Vitamin E is three  times less likely to develop macular degeneration that is the main cause of poor eyesight in the elderly.

 

5 Green Foods with healing powers

Food plays a significant role in our life. Yet, though humans are famous for eating practically anything and everything in the food chain, care should be taken to make the right choices. That means eating food that is rich in vitamins and other nutrients – and this shouldn’t be guess work. Why not include some of the green foods below, which have extraordinary healing powers? 

1. Kale

Kale is a highly nutritious vegetable that has the strength to support our body’s detoxification system. It not only lowers the risk of contracting cancer, but is also very helpful in lowering cholesterol levels. This great vegetable is also a good source of dietary fiber and comes with the benefit of containing vitamins (A, C, K, B6), copper, calcium, manganese and potassium. It is also used to avoid lung congestion in Chinese medicinal practice. Eating kale 2-3 times a week to enjoy the maximum benefits from this miraculous food.

2. Cherries


The cherry is a superfruit that is a great source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Cherries are full of phyto-nutrients and free of sodium and fat. Recently, scientists have discovered that melatonin found in cherries has anti-aging properties and it also helps in preventing memory loss. Rich in antioxidants, cherries also reduce the risk of heart disease and ease the pain of arthritis and gout. A must-eat fruit that has a fantastic flavor too.

3. Broccoli


Broccoli is a powerful weapon that can fight cancer and battle birth defects. This super food not only boosts the immune system but helps the building of bones. A rich source of all sorts of vitamins (E, A, C, K, B6), potassium, manganese, iron and calcium, broccoli is known to fight against tumor development. We should eat a little of it every day, as it is available fresh year round.

4. Guavas


The guava is a sweet, tropical fruit, ideal for aiding with weight loss. Guava helps with constipation, effectively prevents cancer and heart disease, and prevents skin problems. It treats male fertility problems, too, being a rich source of vitamins like vitamin C, as well as dietary fiber and minerals. Guava is also used to treat diarrhea, fever and diabetes in traditional medicinal practices.

5. Kiwi fruits


Being rich in dietary fiber, kiwis are a very healthy choice for diabetes patients, as they help control sugar levels. The kiwi is also helpful in preventing coughing. Best known as a very good supplier of both vitamin C and vitamin K, the kiwi fruit could also prevent asthma and colon cancer. A sweet and small fruit with a unique flavor, it furthermore has the power to protect the eyes. 

CHINESE SAMOSA RECIPE

Chinese Samosa is a very popular recipe. Jain Chinese samosa is yummy and tempting to have, non jains can try it and jains can have it. Learn How To Make Chinese Samosa by following this easy recipe.

Ingredients:
• 1 cup Noodles (boiled)  • 1/2 cup french beans (semi-boiled) • 2 cup cabbage (shredded)  • 1 tsp Soy Sauce  • ½ tsp Ajinomoto  • 2 tbsp Oil  • Salt to taste  • Oil for deep frying For Dough • 1 cup Maida • ½ tsp Salt  • 2 tbsp Oil  • Water to knead
Method :
• To make filling, heat some oil in a pan, and add cabbage, french beans and ajinomoto to it. Cook till the vegetables become tender. • Now add noodles, soy sauce and salt to the above. Stir it. • After 2-3 minutes, put off the flame and allow it to cool. • To make dough, mix maida, warm oil and salt in a thick bottomed vessel. Add water occasionally to the above till the dough becomes a slightly stiff. • Cover the dough with a moist cloth and keep it aside for 15-20 minutes. • After the due time, take the dough and roll out small circles of 5’’ diameters from it. • Cut each circle into two halves and run a moist finger along the diameter. Join the edges of each semi-circle to make a cone. • Place a tbsp of filling in the cone and seal third side as above. • Repeat the same procedure for the remaining circles. • Now deep fry these stuffed cones in oil on low to medium flame till light brown. • Chinese Samosa is ready to eat. Serve hot with tomato ketchup.

PARANTHE WALI GALI

PARANTHE WALI GALI:-

Paranthe Wali Gali ("lane of parantha-makers") in Old Delhi is a famous gourmet locality in the world. The famous Mela restaurant in the UK has imitated this famous gali and in Bombay the "Only Parathas" restaurant group is trying to copy the ambience of the Delhi lane.
In the years just after the independence, Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi, and Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit came to take their parantha meals in this gali.The "Pandit Dayanand Shivcharan" shop proudly displays the photograph of the Nehru family eating in their shop. The late Jayaprakash Narayan was a regular visitor.
 

Foods:-

The food is old fashioned, strictly vegetarian, and cooked dishes do not include onion or garlic, since the owners are Brahmins, and traditionally their clientele has included Jains in the neighborhood. Varieties include exotic fillings like kaju, badam, matar, Mix Paranthas, rabri, khoya parantha, gobhi parantha, Parat parantha, etc.The parantha is usually served with sweet tamarind chutney, mint chutney, mixed vegetable pickle, paneer and potato curry, potato and fenugreek curry, and a sauteed mash of sweet pumpkin.
 

Drinks:-

Sweet lassi, often served in Kulhars is also a specialty of this place.