Sunday, 24 June 2018

PRAWNS CUTLET

June 24, 2018 Saffron Flavours Non Veg, Sea Food No comments

These prawns cutlet are tasty cutlets which can be prepared easily. If you are a prawn lovers, never miss this cutlet recipe. These can be prepared easily as evening snacks.

Ingredients

Prawns 1 cup

Bread 2 slices

Oil 3 tablespoons

Onion 1 large

Green chillies 2

Garlic 4 cloves

Ginger 1 inch piece

Coriander powder 1/2 teaspoon

Turmeric powder 1 teaspoon

Garam masala powder 1 teaspoon

Lemon juice 1 tablespoon

Fresh coriander leaves a few sprigs

Refined flour (maida) 2 tablespoons

Egg beaten 1

Bread crumbs 1/2 cup

Method

Remove Shell, de-vein and wash the prawns thoroughly. Boil with a little salt, drain and chop them. Soak the bread in cold water for five minutes, squeeze out the water and blend in food processor until smooth.

Peel and finely chop the onion. Wash, peel and grate the ginger. Peel and finely chop garlic. Wash, remove the stem and finely chop the green chillies. Clean, wash and chop the coriander leaves.

Heat oil over medium heat, fry the chopped onions, chopped green chillies, chopped garlic and grated ginger for about 6-8 minutes.

Add coriander powder, turmeric powder and garam masala powder, stir fry for 1 minute. Add salt, pepper powder and chopped coriander cook for 30 seconds. Add the chopped prawns, bread mixture and lemon juice.

Remove from heat, mix thoroughly. Chill for atleast two hours. Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions and shape into cutlets.

Dust them with flour, then dip in beaten egg and roll in bread crumbs. Ensure that the cutlets are coated properly.

Heat oil and deep fry till golden brown.

BRINJAL FRY

June 13, 2018 Saffron Flavours No comments

Did you know that the literal translation of ‘baingan’ actually means ‘without merit’.Botanically, brinjal is a fruit (a berry), not a vegetable. It grows on vines, just like tomatoes. For cooking purposes, it is considered a vegetable.

This fleshy, and purple or green veggie is often one of the last options in your menu. There is a misconception that it is not as nutritious as the other much-lauded vegetables and we assume that any dish that includes eggplant is going to be bland.This humble vegetable has a lot to offer – it is highly nutritious, and is very effective in the treatment of diabetes, obesity, hypertension, acne, and hair loss.

Sharing this simple recipe with 5 INGREDIENTS and easy to prepare. You can use either green or purple ; long or round variant to prepare this dish. Here I am using the green variant.

INGREDIENTS

Brinjal- cut into round pieces
Chilli powder -1tspn
Turmeric powder 1/4tspn
Salt to taste
Oil for frying

DIRECTION

Mix chilli powder, salt and turmeric powder add water and make it a paste. Marinate brinjal pieces with paste.

Add oil in a tawa and shallow fry the brinjal. Serve hot with rice and curry.

Health benefits of brinjal

Helps Control Diabetes
Good For Cardiovascular Health
Boosts Memory
Removes Excess Iron From The Body
Facilitates Weight Loss
Aids Digestion
Helps Quit Smoking
Has Antibacterial Properties
Reduces Blood Pressure And Stress Levels
Prevents Cancer
Helps Prevent Cognitive Disorders
Enhances Bone Health
Treats Anemia
Prevents Congenital Disorders
Lowers Cholesterol Levels
Provides Instant Energy
Helps Strengthen The Immune System
Is Good For Babies
Enhances Liver Health
Treats Acid Reflux
Relieves Constipation
Treats Gout
Cures Hemorrhoids
Cures Insomnia
Treats Peptic Ulcers

CLAMP/MARUVAI SUKKA

June 01, 2018 Saffron Flavours No comments

Here is a very popular sea-food dish from the coastal region, made from Clams.This is the Mangalorean style dish called "Marwai Sukka" or "Clams sukka"If you are getting tired of eating oily fish each week to meet recommendations of Omega-3 fatty acids, add clams to your recipe rotation a few times a month. Clams contains more Omega-3 fatty acids compared to other seafood.Clams are surprisingly high in iron, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper, manganese and selenium.

Clams qualify as a lean protein and have more than 20 grams of protein and less than two grams of fat in a three-ounce serving.

Ingredients

Clams - 1 kg
Onion chopped - 1
Garlic - 5 cloves
Dry Red chilly - 5
Coriander seeds - 2 tbsp
Jeera or Cumin seeds - 1 tbsp
Methi or fenugreek seeds - 1 tsp
Peppercorns - 5
Turmeric - 1 tsp
Salt to taste
Grated/Desiccated coconut - 1/2 cup
Tamarind pulp - 2 tbsp
Oil - 1 tsp

Method:

Wash the clams well and put them in a pot or big vessel full of water along with some salt, and boil for 10 minutes or until the clams begin to open. Strain the water from clams and keep it aside.

Drain under running cold water. Now separate the clams into halves and keep the side which has the clam meat and discard the empty shell.

Take a pan, dry roast garlic, red chilly and the whole spices for about 5 minutes. Now allow to cool for sometime.

Now grind the roasted ingredients along with the raw onion, turmeric and tamarind pulp to a smooth but thick paste. Use as little water as possible.

Now take a heavy bottomed pan, add oil, fry the ground paste for 5 minutes till the oil begins to separate. Add grated coconut and the clams and mix well.

Serve hot with rice.

Health & Nutrition Benefits Of Eating Clams

Clams make up for a heart-healthy choice, as they are low in fat and rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
It serves as a good source of phosphorus for the body, the nutrient required for proper formation of bones and teeth. In addition, it also helps the body utilize vitamins.
The protein level of clam is much higher than that of red meat, with very few calories. It helps in building lean body mass in athletes.
It is a rich source of iron for the body. In fact, the iron content in clam is much higher than beef. It is a boon for individuals suffering from iron deficiency.
The high amount of potassium present in clam assists the body in maintaining blood pressure and regulating heart function, along with other body processes.
It is rich in vitamin A, which is required by the body to maintain healthy skin and also promotes vision, growth and bone development.
Clam has a fair amount of cholesterol, which is required to maintain healthy blood cholesterol in the body

MANGO CHIA SEEDS PUDDING

May 28, 2018 Saffron Flavours No comments

coconut milk
honey or sugar
vanilla extract
peeled n cubed

BENEFITS OF CHIA SEEDS

Chia seeds can prevent premature skin aging due to inflammation and free radicals damage.
Being high in dietary fiber, chia seeds benefits bowel regularity and healthy stool. The rich fiber content in chia seeds also helps people feel more full quicker .
Chia seeds’ ability to reverse inflammation, regulate cholesterol and lower blood presdure make it extremely beneficial to consume for heart health.
Chia seeds can help prevent diabetes. chia seeds can help prevent metabolic disorders like dyslipidemia (excessive fat in the blood) and insulin resistance, which are two factors in the development of diabetes.
By adding a serving of chia seeds a day, you can help boost metabolism and burn belly fat as well.
Just one ounce of chia seeds has about 18 percent of the recommended daily amount of calcium. Calcium is fundamental in bone health and helps maintain bone strength and mass.
Chia also contains boron, which is another essential nutrient for bone health. Boron helps metabolize calcium, magnesium, manganese and phosphorus for healthy growth of bones and muscles.
Chia seeds also rank among the top plant-based sources of protiens.This is another reason this super seed is great to consume for those trying to put on lean muscle, burn fat and balance blood sugar levels.
Chia seeds pack a powerful antioxidant punch to help replace some of those nutrients lost when exercising. They’re high in essential minerals like calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, manganese, copper, zinc, iron and niacin.
Chia seeds are packed with calcium, phosphorus, vitamin A and zinc, it’s no wonder that they’re a top food to help your teeth.

BREAD FRUIT THORAN

May 27, 2018 Saffron Flavours No comments

INGREDIENTS

FOR COOKING

2cups Kadachakka/Breadfruit, cubed (after removing the skin)

¼ tsp turmeric powder

1 ½ cups water or enough to cook Kadachakka/Breadfruit

1 Cup black Channa

Salt to taste

For crushing:

½ - ¾ cup grated coconut
2 small red pearl onions, finely chopped
1 small clove garlic
2-3 green chillies, chopped
¼ tsp turmeric powder
A small pinch of cumin seeds/jeera
Salt to taste

For seasoning:

1 tbsp coconut oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
2 dry red chilly
1 sprig curry leaves

Directions:

Cook cubed pieces of Kadachakka/Breadfruit,black channa with ,turmeric powder, water and salt, on a stove top, in a sauce pan, until pieces are done and soft, in low-medium heat. To save time, you may also cook in pressure cooker, until the first whistle comes. Then turn off the stove and let it rest till the steam subsides.
Meanwhile, prepare the coconut mixture. Crush and blend the grated coconut well with finely chopped small onion, green chilies, turmeric powder, cumin seeds and a tinge of salt, put all the ingredients in a small food processor and pulse 1-2 times.
In a shallow pan, heat coconut oil, splutter mustard seeds, dry red chilly and saute curry leaves for 30 seconds. To this add the ground coconut mixture and mix everything well and cook in medium heat for a minute, stirring occasionally. Now add the cooked pieces of Kadachakka/Breadfruit to this and gently mix everything together and let it sit in low heat for a minute or two. Do a taste- test, adjust the salt and turn off the stove
Serve hot with steamed rice.

Benefits of Breadfruit

Breadfruit is rich in carbohydrates, as 1 cup provides about 60 g of this nutrient. Carbohydrates are your body's primary source of energy, so carbohydrate-rich foods such as breadfruit can be beneficial for athletes and other active individuals.

One health benefit of breadfruit is that the fruit is rich in fiber. One cup contains 10.8 g of this nutrient. Fiber offers numerous health benefits: it helps promote satiety, aids in digestion and may help reduce your cholesterol levels.

Breadfruit is low in fat, as 1 cup contains just .51 g. Due to its low fat content, you might want to include this fruit on a low-fat diet. However, if you deep fry your breadfruit or cook or serve it with sugar and butter, this will considerably increase the fat content.

Breadfruit is low in protein, as 1 cup contains just 2.35 g. Although protein offers certain health benefits, eating a low-protein diet can be helpful in some cases. Too much protein may put a strain on your liver and kidneys, so if you have liver or kidney problems, breadfruit is a low-protein option to include in your diet.

Breadfruit is rich in the mineral potassium, with 1078 mg in a 1-cup serving. Potassium is vital for your health, as it conducts electrical charges in your body that drive muscular contractions in your skeletal and smooth muscles, including your heart

These prawns cutlet are tasty cutlets which can be prepared easily. If you are a prawn lovers, never miss this cutlet recipe. These can be prepared easily as evening snacks.