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  • Flavorful Fusion: Chicken Pakora Burger Recipe – A Ramadan Special

    Time to twist up the classic burger.


    Ramadan brings with itself some seasonal treats. The most favorite treat is: pakoray. They are hot, spicy and crispy; although they are fried, we all love the calories 🤤

    In this post, I’ll share a fusion burger recipe that combines the best of Pakistani and Western flavors. What better way to break your fast than with a juicy, crispy, and flavorful Chicken Pakora Burger? A soft fluffy bun, sprinkled with ample sesame seeds, layered with mayonnaise, lettuce, onion rings and a very special green chutney (that’s one of the key elements and it tastes amazing) a crispy/ spicy chicken patty and pakoray 🤩 Now if reading all this isn’t making you drool I don’t know what else will. 

    What is Chicken Pakora?

    If you’ve never had a Chicken Pakora, its a popular Pakistani street food made with marinated chicken pieces coated in a spicy chickpea flour batter, deep-fried to perfection. It’s crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of flavor. We usually eat them with mint or tamarind chutney. 

    Except this time, we piled it on top of a burger, with Mayo and tangy Mint Mango Chutney.  The rice flour gives the pakora a more crunchy texture that fills you up.

    A perfect appetizing, snack lunch or you can have them for dinner like me. . . I love pakoras! I could have them every single day and not get tired of them. . because their so spicy, crunchy and appetizing. . I usually make them with anything

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    The first bite into these is the best part!  Hearing the crunch of the pakora as you bite into it is so satisfying, then followed by the cool texture of the herbed cream cheese is the best! I added quick-pickled onions with cumin seeds as well because you all know by now that cumin is my favourite spice, so of course I’m going to add it anywhere that I can!

    Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    • Crispy, Crunchy, Juicy: The combination of crunchy pakora, juicy chicken, and soft bun is a match made in heaven!
    • Unique & Flavor Fusion: The use of chicken pakora as a burger patty adds a creative spin to traditional burgers.
    • Easy to Make: This recipe is surprisingly easy to prepare and cook.
    • Versatile: Customize with your favorite toppings and sauces to create your perfect burger.
    • Perfect for Sharing: Double or triple the recipe for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or main course
    • Perfect for Any Occasion: Whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe is sure to impress.

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    Ingredients in Chicken Pakora Burger Recipe?

    Ist Gather Your Equipment’s:

    How to Make this Chicken Pakora Burger

    I tried to keep the toppings simple and easy so that the flavours of the pakora and mint mango chutney really come through.  You can add tamarind chutney or some slices of raw mango to the burger would be really good too!

    Frequently Asked Questions About Chicken Pakora Burger

    What is Chicken Pakora?

    Chicken Pakora is a popular Pakistani street food made with marinated chicken pieces coated in a spicy chickpea flour batter, deep-fried to perfection.

    Can I use store-bought chicken pakora mix?

    Yes, you can use store-bought chicken pakora mix, but homemade batter gives a more authentic flavor and texture.

    What type of bun is best for the Chicken Pakora Burger?

    Soft, lightly toasted sesame seed buns works best.

    Can I bake the chicken pakora instead of frying?

    Yes, you can bake or air fry the chicken pakora in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 25-30 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.

    How can I make the pakoras less oily?

    Drain the pakoras on paper towels after frying and avoid overcrowding the pan.

    Can I customize the toppings?

    Absolutely! Feel free to add or subtract toppings to your liking, such as lettuce, tomato, pickles, or jalapeños.

    How do I make the mint chutney?

    Mix together mint, raw mango, cumin, crushed red chili, salt, sugar (optional) and lemon juice. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

    Can I reheat the chicken pakoras?

    Reheating pakoras might make them soggy. It’s best to enjoy them fresh.

    Is the Chicken Pakora Burger spicy?

    The level of spiciness depends on the amount of red pepper used in the marinade and batter. Adjust to your desired level of heat.

    Can I use different types of meat?

    Yes, you can experiment with fish, or vegetables like cauliflower or eggplant for a vegetarian option. Adjust the marinade and cooking time accordingly.

    Can I use a different flour for the pakoras?

    While gram flour is traditional, you can experiment with other flours like chickpea flour or rice flour.

    Q: What can I serve with the Chicken Pakora Burger?

    The pakora burger pairs well with fries, potato wedges, or a refreshing salad.

    Recipe Notes:

    • Adjust the spice level according to your preference.
    • For a richer flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
    • Serve the burgers immediately for the best taste and texture.

    Serving Suggestions:

    • Pair the Chicken Pakora Burger with a side of fries or potato wedges or fresh salad.
    • Serve with a refreshing mint and cucumber raita for a cooling contrast.
    • Enjoy the burger with a glass of your favorite chilled beverage.

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    Chicken Pakora Burger Recipe

    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    For Chicken Pakora Marination:

    • 2 chicken breast boneless
    • 4 tbsp vinegar
    • 2 tbsp garlic powder
    • 2 tbsp soy sauce
    • 2 tbsp chicken powder
    • 1 tbsp red chili powder
    • salt to taste

    For Coating:

    • 1/2 cup chickpea flour (besan)
    • 1/2 cup plain flour (maida)
    • 1/2 cup corn flour
    • 1/2 cup rice flour
    • 2 eggs lightly beaten

    For Frying

    • Oil for deep frying

    For Burgers

    • 4 burger buns
    • 1 red onion cut into rings
    • 1 tomato cut into rounds
    • 1 cucumber cut into rounds
    • 1/2 cup <a href="#">green chutney</a>
    • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
    • chili garlic sauce

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    Extra Bonus Tips:

    • For an extra crispy coating, chill the coated chicken pieces in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before frying.
    • Use a thermometer to ensure the oil reaches the perfect frying temperature (350°F/175°C).
    • Don’t overcrowd the frying basket, fry in batches for even cooking.
    • For a spicy kick, add a few dashes of hot sauce to the marinade or batter.
    • Experiment with different seasonings in the batter, like garam masala or smoked paprika, for a unique flavor.
    • Serve immediately and enjoy the crunch!

    Want more Pakora Inspiration? 

    Here are some other pakora on my blog:

    Hope you enjoyed this flavorful fusion and are having a great Summer. Let me know in the comments below: What are your favorite pakora recipes? I’d love to hear about your crispy and flavorful creations!

    Happy Cooking!

  • Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe

    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe

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    This quick and easy Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad combines a creamy dressing – like a mixture of Greek yogurt or sour cream – with freshly sliced cucumbers and red onions along with plenty of chopped dill! It’s the perfect unique pasta salad recipe for your next barbecue party.

    This quick and easy Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad combines a creamy dressing - like a mixture of Greek yogurt or sour cream - with freshly sliced cucumbers and red onions along with plenty of chopped dill! It's the perfect unique pasta salad recipe for your next backyard barbecue.
    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe

    Loaded with tender pasta, crisp juicy cucumbers, fresh dill and red onion, this dish will be the hit of every get together. And it comes together within just few minutes and it’s incredibly delicious! The dressing in this salad doesn’t have a lot of ingredients, but that’s really the beauty of this recipe! The fresh Greek yogurt adds a little zip to the dressing while the dill adds summery freshness complementing the cucumber and cooked pasta perfectly! 

    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe
    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe

    If you have access to fresh dill, it really makes a huge difference in this salad.

    Ingredients in Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe?

    • Pasta: penne or rotini pasta
    • Cucumbers: fresh long English cucumbers work the best for this recipe
    • Onion: red onion (can sub white for less of a “bite”)
    • Dressing: sour cream or Greek yogurt and vinegar
    • Herb: fresh dill
    • Spices: salt and pepper

    Ist Gather Your Equipment’s:

    How to Make this Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad:

    This is such an easy recipe, y’all. Seriously. Yes to Summer recipes that don’t require hardly any effort!

    1. First, begin by cooking your pasta according to the box instructions! Make sure to salt your water and cook the pasta until al dente. Once it’s done, let it cool! If desired, rinse cold water over top to stop the cooking and speed up the cooling process.

    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe
    Cook pasta. drizzle with oil
    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad
    Sprinkle pepper and toss to coat evenly.

    2. While the pasta is cooling off, slice up your cucumber! Slice it in half lengthwise and then slice very thin slices of cucumber.

    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe
    Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise
    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe
    remove seeds using a spoon
    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe
    Dice it into thin slices.
    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe
    and its done !!

    3. Do the same thing with the red onion! Thin slices go a long way here, folks! While it’s not required, soaking the onions in cold water for a few minutes takes just a little bit of bite out of them.  .

    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe
    Thinly slice onion
    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe
    place in a bowl of cold water

    4. Next, mix together the delicious Greek yogurt dill dressing! Combine the Greek yogurt with the dill, vinegar, salt (i added the pink salt) and pepper. Mix until deliciously thick and creamy. Set this aside.

    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe
    Mix dressing ingredients
    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe
    Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

    5. In a large bowl, add your cooled off pasta. On top, add your cucumbers, onions and all of the Greek yogurt dressing! Mix together gently until fully combined.

    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe
    Add pasta, cucumber and onion
    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe
    Pour dressing over it.

    6. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. I always love garnishing with a big pinch of extra dill – it makes it taste extra fresh and adds an amazing pop of flavor.

    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe
    Toss to combine
    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe
    sprinkle some extra dill (if desired)

    7. Let it sit in the fridge for about 20-30 minutes to make sure all of the flavors can melt together and it can stay cold! Enjoy when chilled and eat up! 🙂


    Note: If possible try to toss this at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to blend.

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    Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe

    This quick and easy Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad combines a creamy dressing – like a mixture of Greek yogurt or sour cream – with freshly sliced cucumbers and red onions along with plenty of chopped dill! It’s the perfect unique pasta salad recipe for your next backyard barbecue.
    Keyword 30 minutes meals, cucumber, greek yogurt, Pasta, pasta salad, salad, summer salad, veggie salad
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 20 minutes
    Servings 6
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    For Pasta Salad:

    • ½ pound medium sized pasta such as penne or rotini
    • 2 large English cucumber thinly sliced
    • 1 medium red onion thinly sliced

    For Salad Dressing:

    • 1 cup sour cream or whole fat plain Greek yogurt can substitute mayo if desired
    • 2 tbsp. fresh chopped dill
    • 2 tsp vinegar
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1/2 tsp pepper

    For Garnishing

    • fresh dill

    Instructions

    • Cook pasta according to package directions, until al dente. Drain and drizzle with oil and sprinkle with a couple pinches of salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly and let it cool.
    • While the pasta is cooling, Thinly slice onion and place in a bowl of cold water. (see note)
    • Slice the cucumber in half lengthwise and remove seeds using a spoon then dice it into thin slices.

    To Make The Salad Dressing:

    • In a small bowl, mix the sour cream or Greek yogurt along with the vinegar, fresh dill, salt and pepper. Mix until fully combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

    To Make The Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad:

    • In a large bowl, add the cooled rigatoni pasta. Top with the fresh sliced cucumber and red onion.
    • Pour dressing over pasta and toss to combine.
    • Place in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes to let the pasta salad cool off and for the flavors to meld together.
    • When serving, if desired, add a large handful of dill on top for garnish and an extra pop of flavor!
    • Delicious Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad is ready to serve. Enjoy!

    Notes

    Soaking the onions in cold water is optional but takes a bit of the “bite” out of the onion.
    Serving Suggestions:
    Goes great with BBQ Chicken Wings.

    Want more Pasta Salad Inspiration? 

    Here are some other Pasta Salad recipes on my blog:

    Hope you guys loved this one and are having a great Summer. Let me know what your favorite garden produce is this time of year in the comments below! 

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  • The Flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao Recipe

    The Flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao Recipe

    Loaded with veggies and flavorful chicken, warm spices like cumin, cinnamon, nutmeg and mace and the heat of green chilies this Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao is a delight to the taste buds in every bite!

    The Flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao Recipe
    The Flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao Recipe

    Chicken broth and seasonings are added to give it lots of flavor and moisture. It’s a one-pot meal to prepare and cook in a pot that comes together quickly for a hearty and hot week-night dinner.

    There are some Rice Pulao that are overly packed with gorgeous spices flavors, but this isn’t one of those. This Chicken pulao is a medley of rice, chicken, spices, and vegetables. I just add a tiny sprinkle of green onion as a garnish, just to add a little more color when serving. Pairs perfectly with any raita or curry of your choice.

    The Flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao Recipe
    The Flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao Recipe

    What goes in Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao

    The ingredients you need to make this Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao are:

    • Best rice for pulao – basmati rice is the best for both flavor and fluffiness. Basmati is a type of long grain rice – the longer the grain, the fluffier the rice. It also has a lovely subtle fragrance that really compliments the flavors in this rice pilaf; You can use brown rice as well for this pulao recipe.
    • Chicken: The juicy thighs or chicken breast are the ideal meat choices for making pulao. You can use either the boneless pieces or the bone-in ones like leg pieces. I personally, like pulao with boneless chicken pieces.
    • Fat – Ideally desi ghee (clarifying butter) is the best choice for making the pulao. I choose the clarified butter (desi ghee) for flavor, but if the aroma and taste of ghee are too over-powering for you, use unsalted butter, coconut oil, or any other cooking oil.
    • Flavor Base – sautéed ginger and onion, to add savouriness;
    • Pulao Spices – I’ve used a combination of cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, mace, bay leaves and cumin in this Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao. It’s reminiscent of traditional Middle Eastern flavors but also a festive combination. Feel free to customize this to your own taste;
    • Broth OR water – For extra flavor, I almost always make my pulao with broth. However, water will work just fine as well, though I’d add an extra pinch of each of the spices;
    • Vegetables – Use any vegetables you like here. I like using carrot and green peas for a vibrant color, and potatoes because the flavor melds in nicely with the rice. Cabbage and Capsicum also work well but be aware that they provide a sharper pop of flavor. Broccoli would also be great.
    • Garnishing – I’ve used green onions in this mix vegetable chicken pulao recipe. I adore both the flavor and fresh green color that green onion bring to this pulao. Fresh Coriander and Mint Leaves are also great!

    How to make Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao:

    Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao is straight forward to make.

    1. Soak the rice for 30 minutes then drain.
    2. Sauté onion and whole spices in butter, then add the ginger and chicken along with seasoning. Cook for 20 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and all juices run clear.
    3. Then add carrots, green peas and potatoes cook 5-7 minutes or until vegetables crisp-tender then add chicken broth and bring it to boil. Then add rice cover the pot and let it simmer on medium low flame or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed. This takes roughly 10 minutes.
    4. Now give a dum for a further 15 minutes. Fluff the rice and dish it out.

    But here are my tips for how to make the best Pulao every time!

    • Soaking Rice or not: Soaking white rice for about half an hour before cooking allows moisture to get to the middle of the kernel. During cooking, the heat transfers quicker to the middle and the rice will be done in about eight minutes, causing less damage to the outside of the kernel. Thus, it’s more evenly cooked, and easier to separate than the non-soaked rice.
    • Right liquid to rice ratio – 1 1/2 Cups of liquid to 1 cup of rice will yield perfectly cooked fluffy rice. Adding too much liquid to cook rice always results in a mushy and sticky pulao
    • Do not peek while rice is cooking! Escaped heat compromises the cooking of the rice;
    • Rest undisturbed – this is the most important step for cooking rice. This is when the rice finishes cooking and becomes fluffy!

    What To Serve With Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao?

    This is home-style, hearty chicken pulao with delicious flavors full of spices and aroma. I suggest, serve it hot right after dum (steaming) with zeera raita, or mint raita and kachumber salad for best taste. It would also go really well with my Chicken Shorba– a mild flavored desi style chicken stew with a great combination of Oriental spices. 

    The Flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao Recipe
    The Flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao Recipe

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    The Flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao Recipe

    Nothing like a good plate of aromatic pulao! This Flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao hits all the right spots with its wonderful aroma and exotic flavors! Spice up your week with this flavorful Pulao!
    Keyword Chicken, Chicken Pulao, Dinner, Iftar Recipes, Pulao, Quick and Easy, Ramadan, Rice, vegetables, Veggie Pulao
    Prep Time 20 minutes
    Cook Time 40 minutes
    Total Time 1 hour
    Servings 4
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    • 2 pounds Boneless Chicken
    • 3 cups long gran rice basmati rice
    • 1/2 cup clarified butter/ desi ghee or oil
    • 1 onion thinly sliced
    • 4 inch Ginger piece thinly sliced
    • 4 carrots peeled and cubed
    • 3 potatoes peel and cubed
    • 2 cups Green Peas
    • 2 green onions thinly sliced( only green part)
    • 4 Green Chilies thinly sliced
    • 1 large Cinnamon Stick daarcheeni
    • 2 Black Cardamom bari elachi
    • 5-6 Cloves (loong)
    • 2 Bay Leaves tezpaat
    • 1 tsp Cumin Seeds (zeera)
    • 1 tsp nutmeg and mace powder
    • 1/2 tsp Black Peppercorns (kali mirch)
    • 2 tsp Red Chili Flakes
    • 1 tsp all spice powder garam Masala powder
    • 2 tsp salt or according to your taste
    • 6 cups Chicken Broth Yakhni

    Instructions

    • Rinse the basmati rice till the water becomes clear. Then soak it in water for 20 minutes. After soaking, drain the rice and keep it ready.
    • Take a heavy bottom skillet or pot and melt clarified butter in it.
    • Add the onions and sauté until they are a deep golden brown. This can take up to 5-7 minutes over a low heat. You will need to check and stir a couple of times. Don’t be tempted to rush this stage because this adds a lot of flavor to the finished dish.
    • Add the cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, black cardamom, black peppercorns and cloves. Sauté for 2 minutes or until popping and fragrant.
    • Now add the ginger slices and Chicken, cook for 15-20 minutes or till chicken turns golden brown before adding the vegetables.
    • Now add Carrot, Potatoes and green Peas. Sauté and cook for 10 minutes or until vegetables are just tender-crisp.
    • Season with salt, red pepper flakes and some garam masala.
    • Next, add green chilies and sauté for a second and adjust the seasoning and add more salt if needed.
    • Add Chicken Stock and once the it starts boiling add the soaked basmati rice and mix it gently.
    • Now, wait for it to boil again, then cover and simmer on medium low flame or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed. This takes roughly 10 minutes.
    • Put the pot covered (give a dum) for a further 15 minutes.
    • Now, uncover the pot sprinkle green onion (only green part)and fluff the rice gently from the corners
    • Remove from the heat and dish it out.
    • Enjoy flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao!!

    I can’t wait to hear what you think of this Mix Vegetable Chicken pulao. If you’ve tried both my chicken biryani and my chicken pulao you really have to let me know what you think!

    Want more Pulao Inspiration? 

    Here are some of the other Pulao Recipes that I love to make for my weekday meals.

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  • Date-Filled Sandwich Biscuits Recipe

    Date-Filled Sandwich Biscuits Recipe

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    Easy and impressive, these sandwich biscuits embellish store-bought whole wheat biscuits with a decadent three ingredient date-and-nutty spread that has a honey like sweetness and caramel overtones. Heavenly Delicious !

    A sticky and sweet date and nutty filling spread between Whole Wheat Fiber Rich Biscuits.

    Almost everyone enjoys having evening or morning tea with some light snacks. And if are a tea lover like me, cookies or biscuits would probably be your favorite tea companion. No matter which hot beverage you enjoy everyday, switching to healthy snacks is always a good idea for your health. I love digestive biscuits, but thanks to my sugar craving that persuaded me to turn these whole wheat slices into a delicious healthy treat to satisfy my sweet tooth.

    Why These Date-Filled Sandwich Biscuits are a smart choice

    • When you substitute dates for table sugar, you get a bunch of other nutrients along with your sugar! Sugar is just food that’s been stripped of all fiber, vitamins, and minerals, so why not make your treats sweet with something that actually provides all of those? Dates are high in calories, but unlike sugar, the calories obtained from dates come with a lot of nutritional properties.
    • Dates are rich in potassium, iron and other beneficial plant compounds. The high soluble fiber content helps in fighting off sugar cravings and stimulate the growth of healthy bacteria in the intestines. I prefer to use dates in dessert as a replacement for sugar.
    Date-Filled Sandwich Biscuits Recipe

    Enjoy the sweet, delicious taste of dates in these double-layered sandwich biscuits. This Date-Filled Sandwich Biscuits Recipe is very easy to follow, and the sandwich are a genuine treat that is hard to resist. These wholesome, healthy sandwich biscuits will quickly become one of your favorites. I use the word wholesome because they are made with whole wheat biscuits. Whole wheat provides more fiber. You will love the simplicity and the nutty flavor of these Hearty Date-Filled Sandwich Biscuits.

    Date-Filled Sandwich Biscuits Recipe

    They are perfectly sweetened with dates and make a great breakfast sandwich. As an added bonus, these healthy sandwich biscuits hold up perfectly when dunked in your hot beverage of choice. I enjoyed it with Kashmiri Green Tea. I know for sure that I’ll be experimenting more with dates in the future, but for now the best way I can think to eat them is squished between two Whole Wheat Sandwich Biscuits. Crunchy, soft, chewy and sweet. And they’re insanely good.

    Crunchy, soft, chewy Date-Filled Sandwich Biscuits. And they’re insanely good.

    Ingredients in Date-Filled Sandwich Biscuits Recipe?

    All you need Whole Wheat Pure Fiber Slices, pitted Medjool dates and nuts for topping. Surprisingly simple ?

    How to Make this Date-Filled Sandwich Biscuits:

    As I mentioned, these Date Filled Sandwich Biscuits are simple to make and they come together in no time at all.

    To make this sandwich biscuits, simply:

    1. First of all, smashed the dates with a fork. Medjool dates have a rich, almost caramel-like taste and a soft, chewy texture whereas regular dates and are easy to spread.
    2. Then arrange 4 whole wheat biscuits on a plate or sheet.
    3. Spread 3 smashed dates on each biscuit; sprinkle peanuts, almonds and pistachios and cover the sandwiches with remaining biscuits and enjoy 🙂
    Date-Filled Sandwich Biscuits Recipe

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    Date-Filled Sandwich Biscuits Recipe

    Enjoy the sweet, delicious taste of dates in these double-layered sandwich biscuits. This Date-Filled Sandwich Biscuits Recipe is very easy to follow, and the sandwich are a genuine treat that is hard to resist.
    Keyword biscuits, cookies, dates, dessert, healthy, kids friendly, Quick and Easy, Ramadan, sandwich, snack, sweet
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes
    Servings 4
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    • 8 Whole Wheat Pure Fiber Slices
    • 12 Medjool dates pitted
    • 2 tbsp chopped peanuts
    • 2 tbsp chopped almonds
    • 2 tbsp chopped pistachios

    Instructions

    • All you need to make these sandwich biscuits are dates, whole wheat slices or any cookies, nuts and a fork!
    • Smash dates with a fork.
    • Medjool dates have a rich, almost caramel-like taste and a soft, chewy texture whereas regular dates and are easy to spread.
    • Set aside.
    • Place 4 whole wheat biscuits on a plate or sheet.
    • Spread 3 smashed dates on each biscuit; sprinkle peanuts, almonds and pistachios and cover the sandwiches with remaining biscuits.
    • Serve immediately and enjoy 🙂

    Want more Healthy Snack Inspiration? 

    Here are some other healthy recipes on my blog:

    Hope that you all enjoy this one as much as I have!  Enjoy!

    Date-Filled Sandwich Biscuits Recipe

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    Enjoy the sweet, delicious taste of dates in these double-layered sandwich biscuits. This Date-Filled Sandwich Biscuits Recipe is very easy to follow, and the sandwich are a genuine treat that is hard to resist

    If you make this recipe, please let me know! Leave a comment, rate it, or snap a photo and tag it with #recipestable on Instagram!  I’d love to see your creations!

  • Simple & Refreshing Apple Orange Salad Recipe (Healthy & Easy!)

    Simple & Refreshing Apple Orange Salad Recipe (Healthy & Easy!)

    A light, refreshing Apple and Orange Salad recipe loaded with apples, oranges, raisins and walnuts with a flavorful dressing – perfect as an appetizer or entree!The flavors of the apples, oranges, walnuts and raisins are so clean and fresh. It never fails to please.

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    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe
    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe

    This year, I decided to try more salad recipes to stick to healthy diet. This was the first one on the list and it turned out excellent. Although I had it for lunch, I don’t know if I would recommend this for a main course, but definitely a great dinner salad.

    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe

    Ingredients in Apple and Orange Salad Recipe?

    With only few ingredients, it’s quick and easy to make. The only tricky part is cutting the oranges.

    1. Fruit: Apples & Oranges
    2. Dry Fruit: Raisins & Walnuts
    3. For Garnishing: Mint Leaves
    4. For dressing: Vinegar, Olive Oil, Orange or mosambi juice salt and pepper

    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe
    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe

    How to Make this Apple and Orange Salad:

    This apple and orange salad is super easy to make. To make this salad, simply:

    1. Prepare the salad dressing: To make the salad dressing recipe, just whisk all of the ingredients together in a bowl (or shake them up in a mason jar) until combined.
    2. Fruit Cutting: Next you need to peel an orange and cut it in small pieces. Then Core the apples and cut them in small pieces as well, equal to the orange pieces.
    3. Toss all of your salad ingredients together: Add the oranges and apples to the bowl with raisins and add about 2/3 of a cup of roughly chopped walnuts to the salad. Drizzle evenly with the dressing, then toss lightly until combined and voila!!
    4. And…serve!  Sprinkle fresh mint leaves and enjoy!  🙂
    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe

    Other variations to this Apple and Orange Salad recipe

    1. You can add Pecan or roasted almonds in place of Walnuts.
    2. You can use ground Cinnamon to spice up your Salad.
    3. You can also add some honey to sweeten your Salad as per your taste.
    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe
    Apple and Orange Salad Recipe

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    Apple Orange Salad Recipe (Healthy & Easy!)

    A light, refreshing Apple and Orange Salad loaded with apples, oranges, raisins and walnuts with a flavorful dressing – perfect as an appetizer or entree!
    Keyword 30 minutes meals, apple, clean eating, fruit, fruit salad, healthy, Lunch, orange, Ramadan, salad, walnuts
    Prep Time 15 minutes
    Total Time 15 minutes
    Servings 4
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    For Salad Dressing:

    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tbsp vinegar
    • 4 tbsp orange juice freshly squeezed
    • 1/4 tsp salt
    • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground

    For Salad:

    • 2 oranges peeled, seeded, sectioned and chopped
    • 3 red apples cored and cut into small pieces
    • 1/2 cup raisins
    • 1/2 cup walnuts roughly chopped
    • few mint leaves chopped (optional)

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, whisk the olive oil, vinegar, orange juice, salt and black pepper.
    • Set it aside.
    • Peel the orange and cut it into small pieces.
    • Core the apples and cut them in small pieces.
    • Add the oranges, apples, walnuts to the bowl with raisins.
    • Toss everything together very well.
    • Adjust the seasoning.
    • If desired, garnish with fresh mint leaves.
    • Delicious Apple and Orange Salad is ready to serve.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    Serve with Oven Roasted Chicken Legs.

    Want more Salad Inspiration? 

    If you’re looking for more side salad inspiration, here are a few more of my faves:

    Hope that you all enjoy this one as much as we have!  Enjoy:)

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    Feel-Good Apple and Orange Salad Recipe

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  • Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe

    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe

    Very Veggie Box patties, the name itself rings in your ear, doesn’t it?
    You must be wondering is it a box or a patty 😉

    The unique and interesting name is because of the way the these patties are folded and made, like wrapping a box. A savory veggie filling is put inside samosa wrappers and then deep fried.

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    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe

    So what exactly are Very Veggie Box Patties? 

    If you are not familiar with box Patties, they are a deep-fried Pakistani pastry snack usually filled with something savory. They are called box patties because their shape resembles a square box which is made by overlapping two samosa wrapper sheets. They are loved all throughout the year but they become almost a staple in every household during Ramadan on the Iftar tables.

    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe ~ Ramadan snack doesn’t get better than this!

    Ingredients in This Very Veggie Box Patties?

    Not only are these simple to make (they require nothing more than few veggies, seasoning and samosa sheets), but the stuffing possibilities are endless!

    1. Veggies: I used carrots, green peas, sweet corn, capsicum, boiled potatoes, cabbage.
    2. Olives: Green and Black Olives
    3. Seasoning: Black pepper, red Pepper flakes, salt
    4. Sauce: red chili Sauce and soy sauce
    That’s all you need to make this Very Veggie Box Patties ! Surprisingly simple ?

    How to Make this Veggie Box Patties:

    This Very Veggie Box Patties recipe is so easy to make and simple that definitely it’s worth trying.

    1. Prepare the Filling: I start off with sautéing veggies to which I add boiled green peas, potatoes, carrot, capsicum, cabbage and sweet corn and olives. Then season it with salt, black pepper, red chili flakes, soy sauce and for an extra kick red chili sauce . 

    2. Prepare the Box Patties: Then put two samosa sheets in a cross pattern, one over the other so they make a + (plus) sign. Then put some veggie filling in the middle. Fold each of the edges one by one over each creating a parcel.
    3. Frying: Then deep fry on medium flame till crispy and golden. You can fry these in advance and keep them in the oven on warm mode and serve when required.

    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe

    Can I play around with the filling?

    Yes, you can! In this recipe, I have used vegetables carrot, cabbage, capsicum, corn and olives. Some options that I suggest are:

    • For a meaty version use chicken or beef instead of veggies or use shredded cottage cheese (paneer) instead of meat for a vegetarian option. Just make sure that the protein in the filling is cooked through. As the box patties are only fried for a few minutes, I wouldn’t suggest to put raw meat.
    • Skip the vegetables, or add more vegetables. Such as French beans carrots, black olives, green chilies, mushrooms or broccoli. 
    • If you are using large vegetables like broccoli or carrots, make sure they are finely chopped. Pulsing them in the processor for a few seconds will work.
    • Add some taco seasoning for a Mexican twist or experiment with other spice blends. 😛
    • To give a different taste to the patties box, you can also add pizza seasoning or Oregano and Chili Flakes to the vegetable stuffing.
    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe
    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe

    Other variations to this Very Veggie Box Patties?

    • Healthy Alternative: These square shaped patties are filled with a flavorful veggie filling. The chewiness of the veggie stuffing and the crunchiness of the covering, is a delicious combination. There are two options, baking or frying. If you do not like oil, you can bake it in pre-heated oven for 15 minutes or until crispy and golden brown. Deep frying obviously gives best results but they can also be baked or air-fried.
    • Wrappers: If you do not get samosa sheets , then cut the spring roll sheets into strips. The trimmings you can fry and keep them to garnish your soups or salads.
    • Extra Crispness: For extra crispiness, roll them with Bread Crumbs before frying.
    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe
    Very Veggie Box Patties Recipe

    Can I freeze them? 

    Definitely!

    1. Grease a tray (can be plastic or a baking tray) and lay out the box patties one by one on it, making sure there is space between each one of them.
    2. Keep them in the freezer for an hour or so till they are partially frozen. Once they are frozen, carefully remove them from the tray and place them in a plastic box or  zip lock bags.
    3. To make the box patties, just take them out of the freezer, thawed and deep fry on medium heat until crispy and golden brown. 
    4. This recipe actually makes a large batch that can be easily frozen and is just the thing to have on hand for impromptu guests or if you are in the mood for a light snack to enjoy with your evening tea.

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    Want more Tea Time Snack Inspiration? 

    Here are some other Snack recipes on my blog:

    Hope that you all enjoy this one as much as we have!  Cheers!

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  • Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe

    Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe

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    Imagine if you will that a lamb meat patty married a corn fritter and they had babies = Lamb corn Fritters. I’m not sure why I hadn’t thought of this sooner. They are healthier than regular lamb fritters; being half meat and half veggie and they are super juicy and flavorful.

    Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe

    Here’s a healthy recipe for Lamb Corn Fritters – without deep frying! Because nobody likes soggy fritters. And nobody wants to deal with a vat of oil tonight! Dinner really doesn’t get any easier than this! These Lamb Corn Fritters are so easy, you can practically whip up these juicy fritters in no time!

    These fritters are ideal to make with fresh corn cut off the cob, but can be made with canned or frozen corn. Serve for breakfast, lunch, dinner!

    Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe
    Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe

    What you need to make really great, Lamb Corn Fritters

    Here’s what you need to make these Lamb Corn fritters:

    Ground Lamb: I like to grind my lamb at a ratio of about 80% lean. I feel this brings out the most flavor. The best places to buy fresh ground lamb is your local butcher shop. If you want to use lamb, ask your butcher to grind it for you or, to make your own ground lamb, start with a lean cut. You can also use lean ground beef or turkey instead.
    Corn: as noted above, fresh is better for both flavor and crispiness. But canned and frozen work too, you just need to make an effort to dry it out as much as you can.
    Egg: egg to bind the meat and corns. It will help to get mince to stick together better.
    Ricotta Cheese: – for a good hit of savory flavor AND to make the fritters extra juicy and flavorful!
    Green Masala: Green onion, green chilies and coriander – for a hit of freshness.
    Seasoning: salt, black pepper and red pepper flakes (my fav)
    Olive oil: to sauté

    Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe

    How to make Lamb Corn Fritters

    And here’s how to make them.

    1. Mixing: Place lamb mince and corn in a bowl. Then add 1 lb fresh ground lamb. 1 egg, finely sliced green chilies, green onions, fresh coriander, salt, black pepper, red pepper and 1 cup ricotta cheese. Mix until well combined. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
    2. Cooking: Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 2 Tbsp. extra light olive oil. Place a heaping tablespoon of the mixture into your hand and form a oval or round shaped patty about 1/3-inch thick. Cook over medium heat uncovered for 5-7 minutes, then flip, cover and cook for another 5 minutes more or until meat cooked through. Add more oil to the pan as needed for subsequent batches.
    3. The fritters take a good 12-15 minutes to cook so they’re golden on the outside and for the raw meat to cook through (remember, these are fritters so they are not very thick).
    4. Pro Tip: You can use an ice cream scooper with a lever to scoop the batter into the pan. Then flatten using a greased spatula! But don’t crowd the skillet, adding more oil to pan if required.
    Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe

    How to serve corn fritters

    Corn fritters is one of those rare foods that truly spans the breakfast-lunch-dinner spectrum! Here’s how to serve it.

    Though having suggested those various ways to serve it, the reality is that you will want to snatch them fresh off the stove, before you’ve even had a chance to plate them up properly. And that’s totally ok too! – Bushra

    Lamb Corn Fritters Recipe

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    Want more Fritters recipes? 

    If you’re looking for more fritters inspiration, here are a few more of my faves:

    Hope that you all enjoy this one as much as we have!  Cheers!

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  • Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    Do something different on burger night…take it to another level ! If you’ve made roast lamb but don’t know what to do with the leftovers, then make this best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe. This burger is next-level!

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    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    Who said that roasted lamb is just a one-hit wonder, right? You can pretty much reuse the leftovers from a roasted lamb dinner for a couple or more days in the week. There are plenty of fantastic ways to revamp leftover roast and give them delicious, new life! The simplest way to revamp leftover roast is to make tasty Roasted Lamb Burgers!

    In essence, some of the leftover roasted lamb might get a bit dry if you don’t use the leftovers immediately. So shoving those pieces of meat into a burger with a rich sauce is the perfect solution. With this roasted lamb burger recipe, you’ll feel like you’re having a cosy Sunday meal any day of the week you want.

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe
    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    There’s nothing more satisfying than making a delicious roasted lamb burger. You know the kind….fluffy bun topped with a juicy meat that’s piled high in flavorful toppings?

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe
    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    Ingredients in Roasted Lamb Burgers?

    Take your burger night to the next level with homemade lamb burgers! Not only are these simple to make (they require nothing more than leftover roasted lamb, burger buns, sauce and salad leaves), but the topping possibilities are endless, ensuring a little something for every member of your family!

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe
    That’s all you need to make this Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers ! Surprisingly simple ?

    This Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe is the EASIEST way to transform your leftover roast into a hearty, scrumptious breakfast/brunch sandwich recipe the next day. Experiment with different sauces or fillings and put your own twist on these burgers. Just make sure that you guard it well if you happen to take it to work. It’s a total standout burger and other colleagues will be eyeing it. Yes, it’s that good!

    How do you make Roasted Lamb Burgers?

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe
    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    Dry meat isn’t going to make this roasted lamb burger particularly appetizing. Sure, gravy can fix it to an extent, but not really. Your tender, juicy, succulent meat roast from the previous day quickly turns dry and insipid the next day as you reheat it, and that’s enough to ruin a great burger. So here’s the secret to keeping that lamb roast juicy the following day as well – steam the leftover roast in the oven so that the meat stays tender and juicy without drying up!!

    Gently reheating the lamb roast wrapped in foil or parchment paper is a simple way to ensure that your leftover lamb roast tastes just as good as it did the previous day. These Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers are juicy, flavorful and super easy to make. Unexpected, yet super homey and familiar!  You’ll love every bite! Be sure to grab my tips below.

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe
    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    What To Serve With Roasted Lamb Burgers?

    These roasted lamb burgers don’t require a whole lot else to serve along, but if you’re stuck for what to serve alongside your roasted and pulled masterpiece? Don’t worry… here’s some delicious recipes for a little divine inspiration:

    • Crunchy Pickled Kachumber Salad– a sumptuous side dish that’s incredibly easy to whip up, pickled salad take minutes to make and taste amazing
    • Smiley Face Fries – serve these wonderful smiley face fries alongside your roasted classic burger. It’s a very easy side to prepare and tastes fantastic.
    • Creamed peas – these are no ordinary peas. If you want your peas to pack a punch, make these creamy peas. Add them to the side of any roast recipe and you won’t go wrong.
    • Herb Roasted Potatoes with Sour Cream – serve up a batch of sweet potato fries on the side to mop up the gravy and sweet spicy liquid
    • Roasted Lemon Potatoes – another easy sweet potato side that would make a perfect pairing with this roast recipe

    Other Extra Additions for this Burger

    • Egg (fried, poached, scrambled, omelet – whatever you like!)
    • Cheese (I didn’t want cheese in mine, but a slice of cheddar would be delicious too)
    • Ice burg leaves
    • carnalized onions
    • jalapeno

    But the bottom line is that you just can’t go wrong with this leftover roasted lamb burger! Steam the meat so that it retains that tender, juicy texture, and then go ahead and add whatever you want to add!

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe
    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    So, are you ready for the tastiest, most tender melt in your mouth Lamb Burger you’ve ever had? These Roasted Lamb Burgers are, quite simply, sensational.

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe
    And that’s it! This Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe is just awesome!

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    Want more Sandwiches or Burgers Inspiration? 

    Here are some other sandwich recipes on my blog:

    More Luscious Lamb Recipes

    Got a taste for lamb? Check out some more incredible recipes that get the best out of this underrated meat:

    • Roasted Leg of Lamb – fast cooking doesn’t get better than this! Cook up these sensational steaks in less than 20 minutes for a quick and easy Sunday lunch
    • Lamb Karahi  – if you’ve never had lamb karahi, you’re in for a treat. It’s a spicy slow-cooked masterpiece!
    • Kashmiri Lamb Curry – a heavenly Kashmiri style curry that’s hearty and intensely flavored, yet mildly spiced with cumin, cardamom, cinnamon and curry powder.
    • Lamb Champ Pulao – this lamb champ pulao recipe is the ultimate Sunday lunch comfort food!
    • Lamb Leg with Hara Masala – just one mouthful of this amazing recipe will be enough to have you hooked. When it comes to taste, smoked meat is in a different league and this is the perfect recipe for smoking newbies and experts alike.
    • Easy Lamb Jalfrezi – traditional curry recipes like lamb jalfrezi are the perfect way to use up leftover lamb
    • Lamb Cashew Korma – a hearty, nutty stew-like curry that’s super comforting, the lamb is simmered in until tender.
    • Juicy Lamb Tikka Boti – can you believe that you can make a healthy kebab? Here’s the proof. The whole family will love these quick and easy, incredibly tasty kebabs 
    • Lamb Kebab Karahi  – Have you ever made a kebab karahi? If not, this succulent lamb kebab karahi is soon to become a firm favorite of yours!

    If you’re looking for more easy, family friendly dinner ideas, you might also enjoy my Meatball Pizza Recipe or this Restaurant Style Tawa Fish Recipe,  Homemade Lamb Burgers, Flavorful Mint Chicken Curry Recipe and Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes Recipe are also fun recipes for the family!

    What are your favorite burger toppings? Leave me a comment below to inspire my next burger recipe!

    Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out and do take a few seconds to rate it! I would love to see your recreations so tag me on instagram @recipestable or Facebook (Recipestable) or on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.

  • Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    Do something different on burger night…take it to another level ! If you've made roast lamb but don't know what to do with the leftovers, then make this best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe. This burger is next-level!

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    Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe

    Do something different on burger night…take it to another level ! If you've made roast lamb but don't know what to do with the leftovers, then make this best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers Recipe. This burger is next-level!
    Keyword 30 minutes meals, burgers, Dinner, kids friendly, lamb burger, lamb roast, lunch box, Quick and Easy, sandwich
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 15 minutes
    Servings 2
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    • 2 burger buns
    • 350 gm lamb roast cooked for recipe click here
    • 1 onion cut into rings
    • 1 cucumber cut thin slices
    • 1 to mato cut into thin slices
    • 1/2 red pepper cut into thin slices
    • 1/2 green pepper cut into thin slices
    • salad leaves

    For Sauce:

    • 1 tbsp ketchup
    • 2 tbsp chili garlic sauce
    • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
    • 1 tbsp chopped red bell pepper

    Instructions

    • Preheat the leftover lamb roast and roughly shred the meat with a fork.
    • Cut the burger buns into halves and toast them.
    • In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, chili garlic sauce, mayonnaise and chopped red bell pepper.
    • Set aside.
    • Spread the sauce over the bottom of bun.
    • Arrange the salad leaves evenly on the burger bun.
    • Top the base of the burgers with shredded meat and sliced onions, tomato slice, cucumber.
    • Add a tablespoon of prepared sauce to each burger.
    • Top with the red and green bell pepper slices and cover with other half of the burger.
    • Cut into halves.
    • Best Ever Roasted Lamb Burgers are ready to serve.

    Notes

    Serve warm with chips.
  • The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

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    This meatball pizza, made with a secret sauce, mozzarella cheese, and the surprise element of juicy chicken meatballs piled atop pizza dough, takes homemade pizza to a whole new and indulgent level. That’s better than takeout.

    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

    Chewy crust, spicy sauce, meatballs and plenty of melted cheese? Ummmm…. yes, please.

    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe
    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

    Pizza is always a winner in our house and cheesy meatballs are definitely comfort food around here, so we threw together a super easy, super cheesy meatball pizza. Make a big batch of meatballs and freeze in portions along with this fresh pizza dough recipe so you’ll have meatball pizzas ready to go when you want them.

    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe
    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

    You can use frozen meatballs to save on time but you will have to adjust points accordingly, I prefer to make my own and I added a little pizza flare to mine.

    How do you make Meatball Pizza?

    1. A pizza pan is rubbed with a little bit of oil. Pizza dough is spread into the pan, poked with a fork. Then spread prepared sauce over it.

    Spread pizza sauce over the dough

    2. The topping is assembled by cooking the meatballs in a hot pan.

    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe
    Meatballs 🙂

    3. Then pizza dough is topped with the cheddar cheese, meatballs, red and green bell pepper and a generous portion of mozzarella cheese.

    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe
    Meatball Pizza ready to go in the oven!!

    4. Then baked in the preheated oven until the cheese is golden and crust is cooked! Remove from the oven and cut into the wedges. ENJOY 🙂

    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe
    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

    Where is the best place to buy Pizza dough?

    1. Most markets have some sort of pizza dough that they sell.  You’ll probably be able to find the kind of pizza dough in the can (not my favorite), and some will offer it in a little plastic baggie (probably a better product and likely more fresh).
    2. I do have a tip for the best place to buy pizza dough.  Most pizza restaurants will likely be willing to sell you a ball of their pizza dough.  Just ask!  That’s going to be your best bet for good pizza dough!
    3.  You can also make your own. I have good recipe for Easy Pizza Dough.

    What are the best toppings for pizza?

    1. If you’re a meat lover, you’ll most likely enjoy some sort of meat lover’s pizza like this Meatball Pizza!  BBQ Chicken Pizza is my another favorite. 
    2. And my personal choice for pizza topping is Bell Peppers, Olives and Pineapple.  Chicken Chunks, Sausage are also popular pizza toppings ( but I don’t like it that much).
    3. Some people like to add olives, corn, goat cheese, spinach and more.  The possibilities are endless!

    It’s pretty likely that everyone in your family will enjoy this Meatball Pizza.  It’s a nice, quick and easy dinner for those nights that are crazy!

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    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

    Instead of ordering pizza tonight, try this perfectly pleasing meatball pizza recipe! Great for light dinner or go-with — so simple! So delish!
    Keyword 30 minutes meals, Baking, cheese, chicken mince, Dinner, meatball, Pizza, Quick and Easy
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 25 minutes
    Total Time 35 minutes
    Servings 4
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    For The Meatballs:

    • 500 gm chicken mince
    • 1 bread slice crust removed
    • 1/3 cup warm water
    • 1 large egg white lightly beaten
    • 1 tsp chopped garlic
    • 1 small garlic clove minced
    • 1 tsp onion powder
    • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
    • 1 tbsp fresh basil chopped
    • 1 tsp red pepper crushed
    • freshly ground black pepper to taste
    • salt to taste
    • oil for frying

    For the Meatball Pizza:

    • 1 pound homemade pizza dough for recipe click here
    • 12 meatballs halved and thawed
    • 1/4 cup pizza sauce
    • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
    • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
    • 1/4 cup cheddar cheese
    • 1 small green pepper chopped
    • 1 small red pepper chopped
    • few fresh basil optional
    • a pinch of crushed red pepper to add a extra kick
    • and/or other toppings of your choice

    Instructions

    To Make The Meatballs:

    • In a bowl, combine the bread and water. Let stand, turning the bread occasionally to thoroughly moisten it, for 10 minutes.
    • Squeeze the bread gently to remove most of the water.
    • Discard the water. Tear the bread into 1-inch chunks and toss them into a large bowl.
    • Add the chicken mince, ginger, garlic, onion powder, parsley, basil, egg white, red pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper to taste.
    • Mix thoroughly with moistened hands.
    • Shape the meat mixture into 12 mini balls.
    • Place the meatballs on the lined sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
    • Now heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat and cook meatballs for 6-8 minutes or until golden, flip and cover the pan fry additional 5 minutes to cook from inside(make sure not to over cooked).
    • Remove meatballs from the oil and drain on kitchen paper.
    • Let the meatballs cool slightly and then cut each one in half.
    • Set aside.

    To Prepare the Sauce:

    • In a small bowl, mix together the pizza sauce, mayonnaise, basil and a pinch of crushed red pepper. Set aside.

    To Assemble The Meatball Pizza:

    • Preheat the oven at 180 degre C or 425 F.
    • Drizzle a round pizza pan or a rectangular baking sheet with olive oil or non-stick spray.
    • On lightly floured surface, roll out pizza dough into a 12-inch circle, with a rolling pin.
    • Spread bases evenly with prepared pizza sauce. Scatter evenly with cheddar cheese.
    • Top with meatballs halves and pressing lightly into base. Scatter evenly with Mozzarella cheese.
    • Top with chopped green and red bell pepper.
    • Bake 25 minutes or until the crust is crisp and golden and the cheese is hot and bubbly.
    • Let pizza sit for a few minutes then cut into 4 slices.
    • Delicious Meatball Pizza is ready to serve.
    • ENJOY 🙂

    Notes

    Serve with salad mix.

    Some Useful Tips & Hints:

    1. For make-ahead meatballs, you can make the meatballs up to the end of step 1 and freeze them layered between baking paper in an airtight container. Store them for up to 2 months. Defrost in the fridge overnight and continue recipe from step 2.
    2. Chicken mince is easily available at major supermarkets or local butchers.
    3. Use a store-bought pizza base for quicker version.
    4. You can add your favorite herbs and spices for a spicy version.

    Want more Pizza Inspiration? 

    Here are some other pizza recipes on my blog:

    If you’re looking for more easy, family friendly dinner ideas, you might also enjoy my The Best and Easiest Spaghetti Meatballs Recipe or this Butter Chicken Pasta,  Homemade Lamb Burgers and Keema Macaroni are also fun recipes for the family!

    Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out and do take a few seconds to rate it! I would love to see your recreations so tag me on instagram @recipestable or Facebook (Recipestable) or on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.

  • The Best Stuffed Chicken Buns Recipe You Will Ever Make

    The Best Stuffed Chicken Buns Recipe You Will Ever Make

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    There’s nothing like Stuffed Chicken Buns: perfectly baked ,soft, warm buns stuffed with hot savory chicken filling. You’ll amaze your family and friends with my easy to make “stuffed chicken buns recipe”.

    Stuffed Chicken Buns

    Breads & Buns are one of my favorite things to make and with this Stuffed Chicken Buns recipe it’s really simple to make that you cannot go wrong with this and tastes delicious. They’re so easy to make, and the possibilities are endless! You can stuffed with ground beef, mutton, chicken, cheese or mushrooms for a healthier option. Even if you don’t eat meat, you can make a great-tasting veggie buns! Whatever it is you’re craving, you can satisfy it with it a stuffed bun!

    Stuffed Chicken Buns

    Why I like these Stuffed Chicken Buns?

    I love all breads but I have a special soft corner for stuffed buns and bread rolls. It makes for sumptuous snacks and the possibilities are endless. Stuffed buns are my favorite gateway to finish up leftovers and clear out the refrigerator. Though I did not use leftovers for this one since I had guests over but feel free to go where your imagination takes you.

    On the outside, these golden buns resemble ordinary dinner rolls. But one bite reveals the tasty filling inside! You know that saying: It’s not what is outside but its what is inside that counts? Yeah, well its kind of the case here. Only that the outside is just as good. Soft and fluffy Stuffed Chicken buns with the most unexpected surprise ever!
    Most scrumptious Cheesy Chicken filing!

    I just love it when something looks so innocent and unassuming and then when you bite into it! Hits you with an unexpected but most pleasant burst of flavor.

    Stuffed Chicken Buns Recipe
    Stuffed Chicken Buns Recipe

    Ingredients in Stuffed Chicken Buns Recipe?

    • For Dough:  flour, dry milk powder, sugar, yeast, salt, egg, oil, warm milk
    • Creamy Chicken Filling: boiled chicken shredded, butter, onion, plain flour, milk, Cheddar Cheese, black pepper, red pepper, salt , few coriander and mint leaves.
    • For Buns Topping: Egg white, sesame seeds for sprinkling, melted butter for brushing
    Stuffed Chicken Buns

    How to Bake Perfect Stuffed Chicken Buns every time!

    Stuffed Chicken Buns
    1. Dough: These stuffed buns are an easy bake with only a single rise needed for the dough. That makes it a comparatively quicker snack. When making anything with yeast, including these buns, let the dough rise to the point the recipe says it should, e.g., “Let the dough rise till it’s doubled in bulk.” Rising times are only a guide; there are so many variables in yeast baking (how you knead the dough; what kind of yeast you use) that it’s impossible to say that bread dough will ALWAYS double in bulk in a specific amount of time.
    2. Stuffing: They prepared a cheesy chicken filling and stuff into these soft buns and life will be so much simpler for you. You can fill up your buns with lots of different things. I like to add some mushrooms and olives to mine, but you can use any kind of vegetables, meat stuffing you prefer! Pizza sauce would be another great addition. Or throw in some fresh herbs. Oh, the possibilities are endless!
    3. Shaping: Shape them as per your liking and bake. For slightly smaller buns, divide the dough into 12 pieces instead of 10. Bake the buns for 12 to 15 minutes, instead of 15 to 18 minutes. And how about “slider buns” — about 3″ in diameter? Divide the dough into 24 pieces, and bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Proceed with the recipe as written.
    4. Alternative way of Shaping: What’s another easy way to shape buns, besides rolling them into balls and flattening? Gently deflate the dough, and form it into a smooth 8″ log. Slice the log as though you were slicing cinnamon buns. Gently pull each slice into a circle.
    5. Brushing: Brushing buns with melted butter will give them a soft, light golden crust. Brushing with an egg-white wash (1 egg white beaten with 1/4 cup water) will give them a shinier, darker crust. For seeded buns, brush with the egg wash; it’ll make the seeds adhere. And, feel free to add the extra yolk to the dough, reserving the white for the wash.
    stuffed chicken buns recipe
    stuffed chicken buns recipe

    And serve with your favorite dips and sauces.

    Stuffed Chicken Buns

    Double Up and Freeze a Batch:

    I highly recommended freezing a batch of these after they’ve cooled so you can pop them into the oven for a fast, warm breakfast or as side for dinner that will delight your fellow tablemates.

    Stuffed Chicken Buns

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    Other versions of this Stuffed Buns:

    I’ve shared some of the tastiest buns recipes out there for you to enjoy…check them out!

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  • Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    These easy Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites are a great way to serve pizza for appetizers…with a desi twist and its taste amazing. Do try it!

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    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    These easy Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites are a great way to serve pizza for appetizers…with a desi twist and its taste amazing. Do try it!
    Keyword 30 minutes meals, Baking, Iftar Recipes, kebab, kids friendly, Pizza, seekh kebab, snack
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 12 minutes
    Total Time 22 minutes
    Servings 12
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    • 1 ball of prepared Pizza Dough homemade or store bought, cut into twelve 2.5 inch circles
    • 12 leftover Seekh Kebabs
    • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
    • 2 tablespoons chopped green bell pepper
    • 1 cup Pizza Sauce
    • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese grated
    • 1/4 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese
    • Italian herb Seasoning for topping
    • 1 teaspoon oil for greasing

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 180 degree C.
    • Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray, butter or olive oil.
    • Cut each Seekh Kebab into four pieces and set aside.
    • Divide pizza dough into 12 equal portions and place one pizza circle into the bottom of each greased muffin cup, making sure that the edges do not curl in to block the opening of the “cups”.
    • Fill with 1 teaspoon of pizza sauce, then stuff with your seekh kebabs, cheddar cheese, green pepper and onion toppings.
    • Top with a generous pinch of shredded Mozzarella cheese, and a sprinkle of Italian seasonings.
    • Repeat with remaining pizza cups.
    • Bake 15-20 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and cheese is melted.
    • Remove from the oven and allow to rest about 3–5 minutes before serving.
    • Delicious Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites are ready to serve.
    • Serve immediately.

    Notes

    Serve with Chili Garlic Sauce along with some fresh salad. 
  • Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe (A Flavorful Desi Twist)

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe (A Flavorful Desi Twist)

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    Craving pizza but your taste buds is calling for some desi twist?

    Satisfy your cravings with these Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites that are ready in 30 minutes or less and featuring everyone’s favorite flavor combo: Pizza, Seekh Kebab and  cheesy goodness—are sure to be the talk of the party.

    A Flavorful Desi Twist - Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe
    A Flavorful Desi Twist – Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    You all know I love pizza, and I couldn’t go too long without experimenting different pizza toppings. (For you newbies, they happen to be one of my favorite finger food!) These days pizzas come with many desi variations like butter chicken, spicy tikka or seekh kebabs.

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites (A Flavorful Desi Twist)

    So, Today why not take the classic Italian and make them unabashedly Pakistani ?

    Creativity, especially when it comes to food has absolutely no limits. There are some flavor combinations that are so brilliant —like seekh kebabs, pizza sauce, and cheese. All three of these offer undeniable flavor on their own, but when paired together, the result is nothing less than perfect. So, I changed the shape of pizza and turned it everyone’s favorite pizza ingredients into these cute little “Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites”!

    The smokiness of seekh kebabs, the sharp flavor of cheddar, the cheesy goodness of Mozzarella and the zest of pizza sauce combine like they were always meant to be together. All this oh, so yummy !

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe
    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    Does your family love pizza as much as mine does?

    Then this weekend, try something new : “Seekh Kebab pizza Bites”! These adorable little pizza bites are yours to enjoy. And let me tell ya – they will easily disappear quickly!

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe
    These Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites make a fun and delicious way to serve everyone’s favorite pizza! 

    Ingredients in Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites?

    To make these seekh kebab pizza bites, you’ll need pizza dough, pizza sauce, leftover seekh kebabs, onion, green bell pepper, Cheddar & Mozzarella cheese and Italian seasoning.

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe
    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    How to make the Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites

    First I line up the muffin pan with homemade pizza dough and cut it into round circles (No need to be extremely accurate with the measurements).  I just wanted the pizza bites to be about the same size. Then I top it with the pizza sauce. I always keep a jar of homemade pizza sauce in my pantry to make these kinds of easy pizzas at a moment’s notice. Next is the cheese then the leftover seekh kebabs with onion and peppers then sprinkle herb seasoning and bake at 180 degree C for 10-15 minutes!

    These couldn’t be more simple.

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe
    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    Once they have cooked, I remove them from the oven and allow them to cool enough so that they can be safely eaten, about 5 minutes and serve.

    Voila!!!

    Make-Ahead Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    They also make a great make-ahead meal or snack!

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe
    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    How to Freeze Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites

    Once they have cooled completely, place them onto a sheet pan and allow them to flash freeze for about 30 minutes. Then, package them in freezer-safe zip top bags or containers for up to 2 weeks. To serve from frozen, just thaw overnight in the refrigerator and then reheat in the oven for about 10 minutes until heated throughout.

    Extra Bounce Tip:

    The fun thing is that they are completely customizable. And if you have kids around, or want to get friends involved in customizing their own, these are a great idea for a make-your-own-appetizer set up. Everyone will love tossing in their favorite toppings.

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe
    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    Definitely a fun twist on serving pizza.  And in my opinion, much cuter — which is of course the bigger issue. enjoy 🙂

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  • Crunchy Pickled Kachumber Salad Recipe

    Crunchy Pickled Kachumber Salad Recipe

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    Looking for something more adventurous than your usual Kachumber salad? Try this tasty Crunchy Pickled Kachumber Salad, a crunchy, squeaky pickle salad that would be amazing alongside a super fatty main dish, like this Chicken Biryani. But don’t worry, it’s not one briny mouthful, there are a lot of different textures going on between the crisp onions, crunchy pickles, red cabbage and juicy carrots.

    Crunchy Pickled Kachumber Salad Recipe
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    I like to experiment with creating no-cook dishes that can be easily thrown together at the last minute. I especially enjoy playing with the salads I’ve learned and putting a new spin on them, using whatever ingredients I have on hand to create something entirely new.

    This salad happened during one of my kitchen experiments. Things I really love in spring: 

    1. Super crisp, crunchy salads
    2. Juicy Colorful Veggies

    So clearly it make sense to combine these two faves into one, right?

    Crunchy Pickled Kachumber Salad

    I started with a simple family recipe for a Kachumbar salad. But for a change, I used the homemade pickled Cucumber, onion and baby carrots, vinegar, salt for this recipe. then tweaked the dressing and added some stuff I found in the fridge—red radishes and half a red cabbage. The result is a delightfully flavorful salad—cold, crunchy, pickled and easy to throw together at a moment’s notice. I call it my Crunchy Pickled Kachumber Salad.

    Crunchy Pickled Kachumber Salad Recipe
    Phot: Crunchy Pickled Kachumber Salad Recipe

    Some Useful Tips

    • If you like pickle vegetables, you’re going to love this salad. You can use store bought pickles or make your own by following my recipe.
    • Usually, we tend to favor pickles that are bright with acid and low on sugar; anything labeled “half-sour” usually fits the bill. If using sweeter pickles, add a bit more vinegar and black salt. And honestly, you can use whatever pickles you want in this recipe.
    • Organic cucumbers are smaller and thinner than non organic cucumbers.  They are smaller and slightly sweeter than the non-organic variety, and they have less seeds. Organic cucumbers are great for snacking. They have a wonderful mineral flavor to them. Unfortunately some grocery stores only carry Organic cucumbers seasonally, and some don’t carry them at all.
    • If you can’t find them, substitute Non-organic cucumbers—those are the long thin ones wrapped tightly in plastic. Avoid using regular fat cucumbers, as they are coated with wax and prone to bitterness.

    This is my favourite salad to serve with my Restaurant Style Lahori Mutton Karahi recipe. It just works so well with Tawa fish and the sweetness of the Apricot Chutney. I highly recommend serving this up with some extra Cucumber on the side. 

    Bismillah let’s get started. 

    Check it out Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe and printable version here!!

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  • Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe – Just Like the Restaurants Make It

    Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe – Just Like the Restaurants Make It

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    Who needs takeout when homemade tastes better and you’re in control of the ingredients. Next time when you crave Chinese food, instead of take-out, make this quick, easy and Incredibly delicious hot and sour noodles. Perfect comfort food and a a hearty meal, full of veggies, egg noodles and fried chicken, that’s ready in under 30 minutes!

    Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe
    Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe – Just Like the Restaurants Make It

    This Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe makes a bright and healthy dinner for a small family. There are layers and layers of flavors in these easy noodles that are ready in 30 minutes. Soy sauce, hot pepper sauce, vinegar, ginger- garlic, red chili and tomato sauce coat the noodles beautifully. They’re hot and sour with a very subtle heat from the ginger and hot pepper sauce. Fried Chicken, Onion, Capsicum add texture and crunch. Olives and tomato add bright color.
    I love the hot, spicy, salty, savory, garlicky and the slippery noodles. It’s all about the combination of textures and flavors — there’s tangy sauces, crispy fried Chicken, zesty vegetables, salty Egg noodles and chili flakes for heat.

    A bowl of hot and sour slurping goodness. _ Just Like the Restaurants Make It!

    These noodle bowls are a lightning fast dinner that the whole family is sure to enjoy. They are surprisingly easy to make from scratch, and you don’t need to worry about the questionable sodium ingredients that are listed in the store bought version.

    What makes hot and sour Noodles HOT?

    The heat in this hot and sour noodles comes from red pepper flakes and hot pepper sauce. The noodles has to be on the hotter side. The sourness comes from adding vinegar right at the end. If you add the vinegar in the beginning or towards the middle, the vinegar will evaporate during cooking. Which is why we add the vinegar right at the end.

    These noodles will be your new go-to. Take it to work for lunch, take it to cookouts, make it for your family dinner. Trust me – you’ll knock their socks off with this one.

    Bismillah let’s get started. 

    Ingredients in Hot and Sour Noodles?

    This Hot and Sour Noodles recipe is quick, requires few ingredients and is great for those days when you don’t have a lot of time to cook. The list of ingredients is so simple – red chilli flakes, ginger, garlic, onion, capsicum, tomato, chicken, soy sauce, hot pepper sauce, vinegar and egg noodles of course. These are things that are probably already in your pantry so its a quick and easy dinner to make which is ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for last minute dinners!

    How to make the Restaurant Style Hot and Sour Noodles (step by step instructions):

    However, in order to get the restaurant like taste and texture it needs to be cooked in a certain way and this step by step recipe of Hot and Sour noodles explains it with photos and detailed instructions. The tips and serving ideas given after directions will also help you avoid some common mistakes which can ruin the dish.

    Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe
    1. Prepare the ingredients (this is the most time-consuming part of the recipe, but then it goes very quickly):
    Chicken: Cut chicken breast into 1-inch cubes, mix with ginger garlic paste, egg white, Cornflour, soy sauce, chili sauce, vinegar, red pepper and salt to taste.  You can cook right away or leave to marinate for 30 minutes to blend flavors.
    Vegetables: Chopped ginger and garlic and cut onion, capsicum, and Tomato in ¼ inch cubes and keep aside.
    Hot and Sour Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk all the sauce ingredients, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup tomato ketchup, 2 tablespoon hot pepper Sauce, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon Vinegar, salt and Pepper to taste, chili flakes. Set aside.
    Egg Noodles: Cook the egg noodles in boiling water, add a little salt, cook for 5-7 minutes, then strain.
    2. Cook the Marinated Chicken: Now heat 4 tablespoon of olive oil in a wok or large frying pan, cook the marinated chicken over high heat for 2 minutes (no stirring), then on the other 4-5 minutes more, or until cooked through and golden brown. Take it from the oil. It‘s important not to overcook the chicken, otherwise, the coating will be slightly burned, cook it only until it changes its color to golden brown.
    3. Saute Ginger & Garlic: Add ginger garlic paste in remaining oil to the same pan, and saute for 30 seconds, until lightly browned. Then add 1/2 cup of water, hot pepper sauce, soy sauce and red chili flakes. Let it simmer for 2 minutes or until all water dries up.
    4. Stir Fry Vegetables: Add onion, capsicum, tomato and cook for 1-2 minutes, until lightly tender and browned, but still a little crunchy (they should not be completely cooked).
    5. Add Fried Chicken: Add the fried chicken pieces back to the pan, and the tomato ketchup and vinegar. Stir well.
    6. Add Noodles: Add the cooked noodles and toss everything together.
    7. Final Step: Transfer to into serving bowl. Top with olives and sprinkle some red flakes. Enjoy! 🙂

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  • Restaurant Style Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe

    Restaurant Style Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe

    This Restaurant Style Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe makes a bright and healthy dinner for a small family. There are layers and layers of flavors in these easy noodles that are ready in 30 minutes.

    Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe
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    Restaurant Style Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe

    This Restaurant Style Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe makes a bright and healthy dinner for a small family. There are layers and layers of flavors in these easy noodles that are ready in 30 minutes.
    Keyword 30 minutes meals, Chicken, chinese, Dinner, egg noodles, hot and sour, Noodles, Pasta, Quick and Easy
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 25 minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes
    Servings 2
    Author Bushra Waheed

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 packet Egg Noodles boiled
    • 1 medium onion cut into cubes
    • 1 large tomato de-seeded and cut into cubes
    • 1 green bell pepper shimla mirch, cut into cubes
    • 4 tablespoon Olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon chopped ginger
    • 1 teaspoon chopped garlic

    Ingredients for Marination:

    • 250 gm boneless chicken cut into cubes
    • 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
    • 1 egg white
    • 2 tablespoon Cornflour
    • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon Chili Sauce
    • 1 tablespoon Vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon red pepper crushed
    • salt to taste

    Ingredients For Sauce:

    • 1/2 cup water
    • 1/2 cup tomato ketchup
    • 2 tablespoon hot pepper Sauce
    • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon Vinegar
    • salt and Pepper to taste
    • chili flakes optional
    • black olives optional

    Instructions

    • Cut all vegetable into cubes and keey aside. Then cut the chicken into cubes and marinate with ginger garlic paste, egg white, Cornflour, soy sauce, chili sauce, vinegar, red pepper and salt. Mix well and keep aside.
      Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe
    • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook egg noodles for 5-7 minutes, until they reach desired consistency. Drain the noodles. Rinse in a bowl of cold water and drain again. Keep aside.
    • Heat 4 tbsp olive oil in wok or large frying pan over a medium to high heat.
    • Fry marinated chicken pieces for 8-10 minutes or until cook from inside and golden brown from outside.
    • Remove from the oil and keep aside.
    • Now saute chopped ginger garlic in the remaining oil for 30 seconds or until aromatic.
    • Add half cup of water, hot pepper sauce, soy sauce, and chili flakes. Let it simmer for 2 minutes or until all water dries up.
    • Add the onion and keep stirring on high flame. Season with salt and pepper.
    • Add capsicum and stir fry together for 1 minute then add tomato and turn the heat on high.
    • Add the tomato ketchup and vinegar, continue to stir fry for 1 minute.
    • Adjust the seasoning to taste and add fried chicken.
    • Toss in the noodles,breaking up the clumps as you drop them in and continue to stir fry for 30 seconds.
    • Pour in 2 tablespoons of water and let it steam up through the ingredients ,helping to cook the veg and to warm the noodles through.
    • Remove the pan from the heat.Sprinkle some chili flakes over it and top up with olives.
    • Serve up straight away to appreciate the kick. ENJOY!!
      Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe – Just Like the Restaurants Make It

    Notes

    1. To make non-sticky noodles, do not overcook them in step-2. Cook them until they are cooked but not mushy. Do not forget to pour cold water over noodles after cooking to remove excess starch.
    2. This is my absolute favorite ingredients combination, but feel free to use any vegetables or protein that you have on hand. Instead of chicken, you can use firm tofu to make it vegetarian. You can also use prawns or thinly sliced beef.
    3. As for the vegetables, don’t omit the crispy onion and capsicum. For variation, add baby corns, red and yellow capsicum, mushrooms or any other vegetables of your choice.
    4. You can use either green chilli sauce or hot pepper sauce sauce per your preference. Hot Pepper sauce sauce will help you get the typical restaurant color.
    5. Adjust quantity of hot sauce and soy sauce per your taste. Do not add more soy sauce as it tastes bitter and it will change the taste of noodles.
    6. All vegetables and noodles must be tossed over over high-flame to get restaurant like taste and texture.
    7. This dish is not very good after reheating because the noodles absorb the sauce and become mushy and the whole dish is just a little dry. If you want to make it ahead, store the sauce separately and combine only before serving.