Nan Khatai

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Nan Khatai These soft cookies are similar to the European dutch shortbread cookies. I flavored them with Rose and Cardamon. Very easy and fun to make.  Makes 12 Ingredients 1 cup all purpose flour 1/2 cup confectioners sugar 1/2 cup unsalted butter (salted is fine but omit the pinch of salt) 1/2 tsp. double-acting baking […]

Bahman Mahino Meal

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 Bahman mahino is the month (June) when some religious parsis do not eat meat. Fish is allowed for a wholesome diet with vegetables. Recipes: Dry Bhindi (Okra) ~ Vaghareli Khichri ~ ParsiCuisine.com Author of Parsi Cuisine Cookbooks. Rita has created Indian and Parsi food recipes that work in USA and globally.

80 Biryanis around the world

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Best Biriyani Around the world and its OriginBiryani was originated in Iran (Persia) and it was brought to South Asia by Iranian travelers and merchants. Local variants of this dish are popular not only in South Asia but also in Arabia and within various South Asian communities in Western countries. The spices and condiments used […]

Chicken Cutlets Parsi Style

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Recipe by Rita Jamshed Kapadia Makes 18 approx based on the size Ingredients 1 lb ground chicken mince 4 Cups boiled and mashed potatoes 1/2 cup fresh, washed, finely chopped coriander leaves 1/4 cup fresh, washed, finely chopped mint leaves 2 Onions finely chopped 4 Green peppers finely chopped 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste 1 tsp turmeric […]

Mother’s Day

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Happy Mother’s Day

Besan Ladoo

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For any occasion, whether it is Diwali, Rakhsa Bhandhan (Raki Time) or  Parsi mithu monu. These besan ladoo are so easy to make. I used to make them at 7 years of age playing with my friend. 

Lagan nu bhonu in Seattle

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Achar (Godiwala’s), Rotli, Sarya, Chicken Farcha, Patra ni machi, Sali Boti, Pulao daar and Lagan nu Istew. Lagan nu custard for Dessert.

Khaman na ladoo for Pug Ladoo ceremony

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  Khaman na ladoo These are made for a baby’s “pag ladoo ceremony“. This is when a baby starts standing. Recipe Ingredients For Rice covering which stays longer. (Alternatively you can use homemade mawa as the cover of the ladoo. See mawa recipe.)1/2 Cup Rice flour2 tbsp All purpose flour2 tbsp butter3/4 cup water Ingredients […]

A Parsi Story: Sugar in the Milk

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I would like to take you on a journey into the culture, and nuances of the Parsi Cuisine of India. I would like to present to you the famous Story of Parsi immigration (into India) and their welcome with “Sugar in the Milk”. One of the oldest stories of Sugar and Milk in Parsis (Parsi / […]

Pistachio Saffron Milk

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Pistachio Saffron Milk
This holiday season, elevate your celebrations with the luxurious Pistachio Saffron Milk. A delightful blend of creamy milk, sweet cardamom, real saffron, and nutty pistachios, this festive beverage is as beautiful as it is delicious. Simple to prepare and packed with holiday flavors, it’s a beverage that brings elegance and warmth to your table.

Vividh Vani Recipe: Toad in a hole

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Toad in a hole trsnlated from the Vividh Vani Cookbook

Christmas Plum Cake

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Rita’s Christmas Cake

Diwali Recipes

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Diwali Recipes

Milk Penda

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Penda Sweets are those delicacies that make a definite appearance in every Indian festival and function, be it Diwali, a housewarming party or a wedding function. And doodh penda is one of the most common sweets at these occasions. Yet, most people prefer to order them from sweet shops rather than preparing them at home. […]

Jardalu Chicken

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1/2 lb Chicken thighs cut into small bite size pieces2 Onions finely sliced3 tsps ginger garlic paste1/4 tsp caraway seeds1/2 tsp Mace / JaventriSalt to taste2 tbsp Canola Oil10 Jardalu (dried apricots) soaked in hot water for 15 minutes7 Jujubee – Chinese Date, Fructus Jujubae, 大枣) Marinate chicken in ginger garlic paste. Keep for 1 […]