# Recipes This is a curated collection of 76 recipes I've been testing and refining over time. From traditional Indian dishes to Western classics and creative fusion creations, each recipe includes detailed instructions and insights into ingredients and techniques. ![[00 - Meta/Attachments/Recipes/recipes-cover-butter-chicken.jpg]] ## Food ### Indian Cuisine - [[Alu Phulkopir Dalna]] Bengali potato and cauliflower curry with mild spices. - [[Bengali-style Yogurt Chicken Curry]] Bengali chicken curry with yogurt-based marinade and aromatic spices. - [[Bhapaa Aloo]] Steamed potatoes in mustard paste, a delicate Bengali preparation. - [[Bhuna Mushroom]] Dry-roasted mushroom curry with onions and spices. - [[Chingri Macher Malaikari]] A rich Bengali curry made with prawns in a creamy coconut milk sauce, flavored with whole spices. - [[Coconut Milk Fish Curry]] Delicate fish curry in creamy coconut milk sauce. - [[Dal Makhani]] Rich and creamy North Indian comfort food featuring slow-cooked black lentils with butter, cream, and aromatic spices. - [[Dum Aloo Lakhnavi]] Baby potatoes in rich Lucknowi-style gravy with aromatic spices. - [[Ghiya Chana Dal]] Bottle gourd with split chickpeas, a light and nutritious Indian dish. - [[Ghiya ke Kofte]] Bottle gourd dumplings in spiced gravy. - [[Ghiya Malaiwala]] Bottle gourd in creamy sauce with mild spices. - [[Goan Prawns Curry]] Goan-style prawn curry with coconut, tamarind, and bold spices. - [[Kerala Prawn Curry]] South Indian prawn curry with coconut milk and curry leaves. - [[Khao Soi]] Northern Thai coconut curry noodle soup with crispy noodles. - [[Kosha Mangsho]] A rich Bengali-style slow-cooked mutton curry known for its dark brown color and intense flavors. - [[Lucknowi Mutton Biryani]] Fragrant layered rice dish with tender mutton and aromatic spices from Lucknow. - [[Malabari Prawn Curry]] Malabar coast prawn curry with rich, spiced coconut gravy. - [[Murgh Barra]] Grilled chicken tikka marinated in yogurt and spices. - [[Mutton Masala Curry]] Hearty mutton curry with robust spice blend and rich gravy. - [[Mutton Rogan Josh]] Classic Kashmiri mutton curry with aromatic spices and deep red color. - [[Panthar Mangsher Jhol]] Traditional Bengali goat curry with light, flavorful gravy. - [[Punjabi Lemon Chicken]] Tangy Punjabi chicken with lemon and aromatic spices. - [[Sambhar]] South Indian lentil and vegetable stew with tamarind and aromatic spices. - [[Slow Cooked Chicken Curry]] Tender chicken curry slow-cooked for deep flavor development. - [[Vegetable Pulao]] Fragrant rice dish with mixed vegetables and whole spices. ### Western & European - [[Blue Cheese Crusted Filet Mignon with Port Wine Sauce]] Upscale steak with tangy blue cheese crust and rich port wine reduction. - [[Chicken with Rosemary Garlic Pan Sauce]] Pan-seared chicken with aromatic rosemary and garlic sauce. - [[Lasagna Bolognese]] A classic Italian lasagna made with homemade pasta, rich Bolognese sauce, and creamy béchamel. - [[Pasta alla Gricia]] A four-ingredient Roman pasta with crisp guanciale, Pecorino Romano and black pepper. - [[Spaghetti & Meatballs]] Classic Italian-American comfort food with pasta and savory meatballs in tomato sauce. ### Soups & Stews - [[Broccoli Soup]] Creamy, comforting broccoli soup with herbs. - [[Chunky Vegetable Soup]] Hearty vegetable soup with a variety of fresh vegetables. - [[Instant Pot Minestrone Soup]] Italian vegetable soup with pasta and beans, made quickly in Instant Pot. - [[Pumpkin Soup]] Smooth, creamy pumpkin soup with warming spices. - [[Rich & Creamy Plant-Based West African-Inspired Peanut Stew]] Hearty vegan stew with peanut butter, sweet potatoes, and warming spices. ### Seafood - [[Baked Fish Fillets]] Simple, healthy baked fish with herbs and lemon. - [[Grilled Salmon]] Perfectly grilled salmon with crispy skin and tender flesh. - [[Spanish Garlic Prawns]] Juicy Spanish garlic prawns sautéed in chilli-infused olive oil, finished with lemon, paprika and parsley. A classic Spanish tapas dish ready in 10 minutes. ### Breakfast, Sandwiches & Light Meals - [[Chicken Bacon Sandwich]] Hearty sandwich with grilled chicken and crispy bacon. - [[Fluffy French Toast]] Classic breakfast with egg-soaked bread, golden and fluffy. - [[Juicy Lucy Burger]] American-style burger with cheese stuffed inside the patty. - [[Morning Meatloaf]] Savory breakfast meatloaf with eggs and vegetables. - [[Pan Fried Bread]] Quick fried bread perfect for breakfast or snacks. - [[Salami & Cheese Sandwich]] Classic deli sandwich with salami and cheese. - [[Smoked Cheddar Grilled Cheese Sandwich]] Elevated grilled cheese with smoky cheddar. - [[Ultimate Dry-Aged Cheeseburger]] Fallow-inspired burger with a dry-aged patty, potato brioche bun, Champagne-braised onions, maple-confit bacon and miso brown-butter sauce. ### Caribbean & Latin American - [[Jerk Chicken]] Authentic Jamaican jerk chicken with Scotch bonnet peppers, allspice, and fresh thyme — smoky, sweet, and fiery. A true Caribbean barbecue tradition. ### Sides, Salads & Accompaniments - [[Chicken Velouté]] One of the five French mother sauces, this velvety chicken velouté uses chicken stock and roux for a smooth, versatile base sauce perfect for countless dishes. - [[Crunchy Pear Salsa]] Fresh salsa with pears, jalapeños, and cilantro. - [[Quinoa Fried Rice with Fried Eggs]] Healthy twist on fried rice using quinoa and topped with fried eggs. - [[Quinoa Pilaf with Shiitake Mushrooms]] Earthy quinoa pilaf with umami-rich shiitake mushrooms. ## Drinks ### Coffee & Hot Beverages - [[Café Latte]] Classic espresso with steamed milk and light foam. - [[Cold Brew Coffee]] Smooth, less acidic coffee steeped in cold water for 12-24 hours. - [[Creamy Hot Cocoa]] Rich, warming chocolate drink with milk and cocoa. - [[French Press Coffee]] Rich, full-bodied coffee brewed with French press method. - [[Iced Latte]] Refreshing cold espresso drink with milk over ice. ### Cocktails & Alcoholic Beverages - [[Classic Daiquiri]] Simple Cuban cocktail with rum, lime juice, and sugar. - [[Classic Mojito]] Refreshing Cuban cocktail with rum, mint, lime, and soda water. - [[Dirty Martini]] Classic gin martini with olive brine for savory twist. - [[Frozen Margarita]] Slushy tequila cocktail with lime and triple sec. - [[Gold Rush Cocktail]] Bourbon-based cocktail with honey and lemon. - [[John Collins Highball]] Refreshing gin cocktail with lemon juice and soda water. - [[Kamikaze]] Citrus vodka shot with lime juice and triple sec. - [[Long Island Iced Tea]] Potent mixed drink with multiple spirits and cola. - [[Lynchburg Lemonade]] Jack Daniel's whiskey with lemonade and citrus. - [[Mimosa]] Classic brunch cocktail with champagne and orange juice. - [[Old-Fashioned Cocktail]] Timeless whiskey cocktail with bitters, sugar, and citrus twist. - [[Oriental Ale]] Beer-based cocktail with Asian-inspired flavors. - [[Red Wine Sangria]] Spanish fruit punch with red wine, brandy, and fresh fruit. ### Smoothies, Juices & Non-Alcoholic Beverages - [[Banana Oats Smoothie with Walnuts]] Nutritious breakfast smoothie with banana, oats, and walnuts. - [[Cucumber Mint Lemon Juice]] Refreshing, hydrating juice with cooling cucumber and mint. - [[Musk Melon Ginger Juice]] Sweet melon juice with zingy ginger kick. - [[Pear Ginger Shooters]] Concentrated pear and ginger shots for quick energy. - [[Spicy Citrus Beet Juice]] Vibrant beet juice with citrus and spicy notes. - [[Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie]] Creamy strawberry smoothie with oats for sustained energy. - [[Super Sinus Juice]] Immune-boosting juice blend to clear sinuses.