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Ginger Cookies

  Ginger cookies are delicious, spicy, and aromatic treats that are perfect for any time of the year. They are often associated with the holiday season but can be enjoyed anytime you crave a flavorful and comforting cookie. Here's a basic recipe for making classic ginger cookies: Ingredients: 100g butter 100g sugar powder 160g all-purpose flour 10g milk powder 10g custard powder 20g ginger powder 10g cinnamon powder 2 drops Vanilla essence 1 egg 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 cup crystallized ginger, finely chopped (optional, for added ginger flavor) Additional granulated sugar for rolling the cookies Instructions: Preheat your oven to 175°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, custard powder, milk powder, ginger powder, and cinnamon powder. Mix them well. In a separate bowl, whisk together the butter, sugar, and vanilla essence until light and fluffy. Add the egg to the butter-sugar mixture and
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Masala Dosa

Masala dosa is a popular South Indian dish that consists of a thin, crispy dosa filled with a spiced potato mixture. Here's a basic overview of how masala dosa is prepared,




Here's a basic recipe for making Masala Dosa:

Ingredients:

For the Dosa Batter:


  • 2 cup regular rice

  • 1/2 cup urad dal (white gram lentils)

  • 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds

  • Salt to taste

  • Water for soaking and grinding


For Potato Filling (Masala):


  • 4-5 medium-sized potatoes, boiled and peeled

  • 1 tablespoon oil

  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds

  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

  • A pinch of hing

  • 1-2 green chilies, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger

  • 1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped

  • A few curry leaves

  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

  • Salt to taste

  • Chopped coriander leaves for garnishing


Instructions:

Dosa batter preparation:

  • Wash the rice, urad dal, and fenugreek seeds.
  • Soak them in water for about 4-6 hours or overnight.
  • Drain the water from each soaked ingredient.
  • In a blender, Grind the soaked urad dal, fenugreek seeds, and rice to a smooth batter.
  • Add water as needed while grinding.
  • Mix the batters together in a large bowl. Add salt and mix well.
  • Cover the bowl and let the batter ferment in a warm place for 8–12 hours or overnight.
  • The batter should double in volume and become slightly frothy.

Potato Filling (Masala) Preparation:

  • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  • Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
  • Add cumin seeds, hing, chopped green chilies, grated ginger, and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute.
  • Add finely chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
  • Add turmeric powder and salt. Mix well.
  • Add the boiled potatoes and potato cubes.
  • Gently mash the potatoes with the back of a spoon or a potato masher, mixing them with the spices.
  • Cook for a few minutes until the flavors are well combined.
  • Garnish with chopped coriander leaves. Remove from heat and set aside.

Making Masala Dosa:

  • Heat a dosa tava or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, lightly grease the tava with oil.
  • Take a ladleful of the fermented dosa batter and pour it onto the center of the tava.
  • Using the back of the ladle, gently spread the batter in a circular motion to form a thin dosa.
  • Drizzle a little oil around the edges of the dosa and cook until the bottom is golden and crispy.
  • Place a portion of the prepared potato masala in the center of the dosa.
  • Fold the dosa over the masala to form a half-moon shape, or roll it into a cylinder.
  • Cook for another minute or so until the dosa is crisp and golden on both sides.
  • Remove the masala dosa from the tava and serve hot with coconut chutney, sambar, and tomato chutney.
Enjoy your homemade masala dosa, a delicious South Indian treat!

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