Mediterranean spiced Lamb with yellow rice

For the Lamb chops here’s the recipe ~

Lamb chops – 1 pack from Costco usually has 8 pieces
Crushed garlic – 2 tbsp
Parsley chopped – 1/2 cup
Black pepper – 1 tbsp
Paprika – 1 tbsp
Sumac – 1 tbsp
Oregano – 1 tbsp
Olive oil – 2 tbsp
Turmeric – 1 tsp
Lemon sliced – 1
Cumin – 1/2 tsp
Chilli powder – 1 tbsp

Mix all the above ingredients and make a smooth paste , apply this to the lamb chops and marinate for at least 30 mins or overnight . 

Marination is the key !!!
Preheat the oven to 350 F and cook the meat for 30 mins do not leave it the oven as the meat tends to dry up also before serving let the lamb sit
at room temperature for at least 10 mins , it will taste yummier  

Serve with some mediterranean rice and Persian salad 

Pumpkin loaf ! 🍁

 💕 Have a safe and happy thanksgiving 🍂🍁  !!

Pumpkin loaf recipe is a take on delicious Miss Brown's awesome Chai spiced pumpkin loaf.

This is an extremely moist cake so soft and truly delicious , my staple has always been banana cake but now this pumpkin loaf is a strong contender and a must try during winter 😊

I am adding the link to the recipe that I used Njoy !

Here's the link 

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/chai-spiced-pumpkin-loaf-9512308 

Tuna fish pickle

What U need :

Tuna fresh fish - 2 lbs

Turmeric - 1 tbsp

Chilly powder - 2 tbsp for marinade and 2 for later

Salt as needed

Asafetida - 1 tsp

Fenugreek powder - 1 tsp

Paprika - 2 tbsp

Curry leaves - 1-2 twigs 

Ginger - 2 tbsp finely chopped 

Garlic - 2 tbsp finely chopped 

Coconut oil - for garnish 

Olive oil - 1 cup

Vinegar - 1/2 cup

  

• Chop the fresh fish into small pieces marinate it with salt , turmeric , and chilly powder let this sit for at least 30 minutes 
• Heat a heavy bottom pan with EVOO once hot fry the marinated fish make sure it is fried well with no moisture left in the fish , drain the fried fish and let it cool 
• Heat a separate pan add EVOO then add the finely chopped ginger and garlic along with the curry leaves saute till it is fried well 
• Add the dry spices into the ginger garlic mix ( turmeric, paprika , chilly powder, asafetida , fenugreek powder )
• Once the above ingredients are cooked well add the fried fish and gently coat the spice mix together make sure the flame is low 
• Lastly add vinegar and salt , vinegar will make the mix more of liquid consistency keep cooking till the oil separates out then add coconut oil 
• Once cooled down move this into a glass container it always taste better the next day Njoy !😊

Carne asada chicken tacos with Pico de Gallo

What U need :

Chicken - 2 Lbs boneless meat
Onion pwd - 1 teaspoon
Cumin - 1 teaspoon
Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
Taco seasoning - 1 tablespoon
Red pepper flakes - 1 teaspoon
Paprika or chilli pwd - 1 tablespoon

Dehydrated onion - 1 teaspoon
EVOO - as needed to cook
Goat cheese - garnish
Cilantro and lemon - garnish

Pico de Gallo - chopped tomatoes , red onions, jalapeños , cilantro , lemon juice and salt

• Marinate the meat with the dry rub and keep aside for more than 4 hours or overnight. Do not add salt as taco seasoning as enough salt 
• Heat a pan with oil and shallow fry the marinated meat this will take 8- 10 mins
• Let this cool and shred it and add more spice and oil and recook the meat this can also be cooked by BBQ method will have more of a smoky flavor to the meat
• Heat up a tortilla add a little mayo or greek yogurt as a base to hold the meat add the cooked chicken carne asada top with some goat cheese a, cilantro and pico de gallo  NJoy !!

Garbanzo beans ( Chole ) and Naan OR brown rice

1. What you need :
2. 
   
3. 1 Red onion chopped fine 
4. 1 cup boiled Chickpeas aka Garbanzo beans (Chana) 
5. I used the canned one drain the water and rinse thoroughly 
6. 1 medium Tomato chopped
7. 1 tablespoon Ginger garlic paste
8. 1 tsp Cumin seeds
9. 1 tsp Turmeric powder
10. 2 tsp Red chilli powder
11. 1 tsp Chole garam masala 
12. Salt to taste 
13. Water as needed 
14. Juice of one lemon for garnish 
15. Cilantro leaves chopped
16. EVOO - 2 tablespoonfull

1. Heat oil in medium deep sized pan add the cumin seeds then add diced onion and cook until translucent.
2. Once the onion begins to sauté , add the ginger garlic paste and fry for a few seconds.
3. Once the above mixture is sautéed well add the potatoes.
4. Add the remaining spices (red chili, chole garam masala , and salt). Cook the spices until aromatic and then add the water.
5. Stir in the tomato and cook until the water and tomato juices begin to dry.
6. Add the chickpeas and stir to incorporate the spices to the chickpeas. 
7. Simmer for 5 to 8 minutes on medium heat.
8. Once the beans have cooked squeeze the lemon juice and give everything one big stir.
9. Garnish with Cilantro leaves serve with  Naan or Brown rice and Njoy !!