Monsoon Special Snack-Time Recipes

Monsoon Special -snack time recipes

Monsoons for some reasons have its own special space in India. It is the time of the year when people love to experiment with snacking recipes for their families and friends. Bhajiyas and pakodas paired with masala chai have been the all-time favorite. Chef Gaurav as created and recommended some new recipes to savour this rainy season.

This rainy season, Chef Gaurav Chadha, In-house Chef, Dr. Oetker India Pvt. Ltd. has crafted some innovative recipes to help you create delectable restaurant style snacking recipes at home. 

Monsoon Special Snack-Time Recipes

Macaroni with Creamy Corn and Nachos

2 Servings

Macaroni with Creamy Corn and Nachos-Monsoon special snack time recipes

Ingredients:

1 tbsp Olive Oil

3 Garlic Cloves (Chopped)

1 Onion (small. Chopped)

50 g Corns Salt

1 tsp Black Pepper Powder

100 ml Hot Pasta Stock

60 g Dr. Oetker FunFoods Mayonnaise Veg

(4 Tbsp) 120 g Macaroni (Boiled)

20 – 25 g Nachos

 (8-10 pcs., Jalapeno flavour)

50 g Cheese (Processed, grated)

  • Heat oil in a nonstick pan (low flame) add garlic, onion and cook for 30 seconds or until onion, gets caramelize. Add corn and sauté for 1 minute. Season it with salt and pepper.
  • Add pasta stock to above vegetables and stir. Take the pan away from flame, add mayonnaise and stir well. Bring it back to flame and let it simmer for 1 minute or until sauce thickens.
  • Add pasta to above sauce and toss well.
  • For Assembling- Place nachos around the plate, add above pasta in the middle and sprinkle cheese on top. Serve.

Level: Beginner

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes

Cooking Time: 15 Minutes

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Tex-Mex Calzone

Tex Mex Calzone- Monsoon Special Snack-time recipes

4 Servings

Ingredients:

Dough:

350 g Maida (White Flour)

5 g Dried Yeast (1tsp.)

5 g Salt (1tsp.)

2 1/2 g Sugar (1/2tsp.)

150 ml Water

15 ml Olive Oil

Tex-Mex Filling:

70 g Onions (1 small, chopped)

70 g Tomatoes (1 small, chopped)

70 g Red Bell Peppers (1 small, chopped)

70 g Yellow Bell Peppers (1 small, chopped)

70 g Green Bell Peppers (1 small,chopped)

10 g Green Chillies (2-3, chopped)

60 g Dr. Oetker FunFoods Salsa (4 tbsp.)

60 g mozzarella Cheese (grated)

15 ml Vegetable Oil (1 tbsp.)

  • Preheat oven to 180°C.
  • For the filling: Saute onions, tomatoes and capsicums in oil for 3-4 minutes or until vegetables are crisp and soft from inside.
  • In a bowl sift maida, add yeast, salt, sugar and water. Knead with hands to make dough.
  • Place the dough on the working surface then briefly knead it while gradually adding oil until soft dough is formed.
  • Cover the dough with a thin kitchen cloth and leave for 45 minutes or until it doubles in size.
  • Remove from heat and add in a bowl. Stir in salsa and green chillies.
  • Make four balls of equal size from the dough and roll out in approx. 8 inch diameter spread to make the calzone crust.
  • Spread the filling in the center and sprinkle cheese on the filling. Fold top of the calzone crust into a half-moon shape and seal the edges by crimping them with a fork.
  • Place the calzones on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until base of the calzone is slightly brown in colour. Serve hot.

Level: Average

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes

Cooking Time: 90 Minutes

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Savoury  Pancakes                                                                     

Servings: 2

Savoury pancakes- Monsoon special snack time recipes

Ingredients:

1 medium Carrot, grated

1 medium Onion, sliced

4-5 Coriander Leaves, chopped

100 g Rice, boiled

1 medium Potato, boiled and grated

2 tbsp Refined Flour

1 tsp Red Chilli Powder

50 g (3 tbsp) Dr. Oetker FunFoods Veg Mayonnaise Original

Salt

Black Pepper Powder

30 ml Water

2 tsp Refined Vegetable Oil

Chopped spring onion for plating

Directions:

  1. In a bowl add carrot, onion, coriander leaves, rice, potato, refined flour, red chilli powder, mayonnaise, salt, black pepper powder and water. Mix well until smooth mixture is formed.
  2. Heat oil in a non-stick pan (medium flame). Spread 2 tbsp of above mixture and cook from both sides till golden brown. Repeat with remaining batter and serve hot.

Level: Beginner

Preparation time: 10 Minutes

Cooking Time: 10 Minutes

HAPPY SNACKING!

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Unveiling the 20 second Wonder

Unveiling of 20 second wonder- Wonderchef

I was invited to experience the power packed performer at Wonderchef’s Outlet

The consumer is evolving and so here is a company which has taken initiatives to march ahead of the new-age technology and shape consumer preferences. With its innovative collection of Die-cast pans, woks and dosa-tawas, Wonderchef is clearly the most innovative Cookware and Appliances brand.

The latest Health technology of Cold-Press Juicing has been popularized in India by Wonderchef before any other Appliance brand set its eyes on the Indian Market. Automatic Bread Makers to bake breads at home is another innovation in Home Cooking. Last but not the least, is the master stroke, in Nutrition and Wellness- Wonderchef Nutri-blend, the Masterstroke in Healthy Blending and Grinding.

Unveiling the 20 second wonder from Wonderchef

The all-purpose Blender and Grinder extracts every drop of immunity-enhancing antioxidants, pain relieving omega 3s, proteins, vitamins and minerals from your food and delivers it in the most digestible form. Drink your immunity dose and prevent lifestyle diseases to cause discomfort to your body.

Stay fit by getting the most out of the food you consume.

Wonderchef Nutri-blend gives you nutrient-rich and easily absorbable food which is essential for your body.

  • 400W super-fast motor blends and grinds in seconds
  • comes with 2 interchangeable jars (Long jar -500ml and short jar- 300ml) and 2 separate blades (Grinding blade and blending blade) apt for grinding the hardest spices like garam masala, cumin seeds, etc.
  • Steady and safe to use with non-skid rubber footing
  • All parts are detachable and easy to clean (additional lid and seasoning cap provided)
  • Reliable Wonderchef warranty.

With this you also get a recipe book ‘Look Good! Feel Good’ by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor and nutritionist Swati Thoda

About Wonderchef Home Appliances

Wonderchef Kitchenware as a company was born out of the ‘love of cooking’. Driven by passion of making Kitchen the centre of wellness and goodness in homes, it was created by 2 enthusiasts, Mr. Ravi Saxena and Chef Sanjeev Kapoor in 2009. They believed in kitchen being the ‘heart of our home’, as it inspires us every day to create lasting memories with the food we cook for our loved ones. Therefore, the entire range of Wonderchef Cookware and Appliances is a perfect blend of health, taste and convenience that inspires us to ‘cook with pride’.

Read more about Chef Sanjeev Kapoor here

The products are used in millions of homes in India where healthy and convenient cooking is a part of lifestyle. These premium cookware and appliances are a pleasure to use, are innovative, have attractive colors and designs, and adhere to uncompromising standards of quality. This product constantly endeavors to create modern solutions for today’s woman, making it the ‘most loved kitchenware Company’ in India.

Among their products is also the original designer stone-finish cookware. Wonderchef Granite Forged Individual Pans are crafted from pure grade aluminum. They offer a perfect combination of quality, looks and great price for you to indulge in the art of cooking the traditional way.

Under this range you get –

Dosa Tawa from Wonderchef
Granite Dosa Tawa from Wonderchef
  • Wok with lid – 2 sizes and a multi-pan
  • Casserole with lid – 3 sizes
  • Dosa Tawa – 3 sizes
  • Grill Pan (non-induction)

A forged pan is made by forming a sheet of metal into the desired shape. Thus the metal has continuity and can be thinner and lighter while still retaining its strength.

  • 3.5mm extra thick rim and bottom for strength
  • 5-layer non-stick coating, free from PFOA
  • Pure grade aluminum for faster cooking
  • Reliable Wonderchef warranty.
  • Meta Tuff Healthy Non-stick

Metatuff, a proprietary coating from Wonderchef, is a unique non-stick coating that enables you to cook with no or low oil. It is the secret of healthy living. This coating is free from PFOA, heavy metals and harmful chemicals. It is eco-friendly and due to its high thermal stability, it guarantees absolute food safety. Metatuff is formulated to have high abrasion resistance which enables the durability and longevity of your non-stick pans. It is sturdy and contains ferromagnetic particles that get heated quickly, transferring heat to the food more efficiently thus saving precious fuel.

All these and a collection of over 350+ products are available at all the leading retail outlets as well as e-commerce portals. You can also buy it online here

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Planning your off Road Forest Adventure: Here is Your Checklist

Planning your off road adventure- here is a checklist

Off-roading can bring you fun, excitement, and just a little bit of danger. But when you have an itch to head out and hit the trails, it’s not as simple as taking a hard right turn into the open country. You’ve got to plan your trip and prepare, after all, a lot can happen out there. If you’re planning on taking the rig out on its first off-road adventure, be sure to check out this list of tip and tricks and gain a little bit of trail wisdom.

If this is your first rodeo, we should dispel a common misconception right out of the gate: off-roading is not really off-road. It’s not on paved roads, no, but it’s not a matter of heading out into the forest with no destination in mind either. What you’ll want to find are permitted off-road trails in your area where you can follow a worn path, but also have fun and test your vehicle’s limits along the way. The National Parks Service maintains quite a few paths and that’s a good place to start your search.

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We like to think of off-roading like backpacking, except in this case, the backpack is your vehicle. There are plenty of odds and ends you won’t want to be without. Flashlights, and even road flares can sure come in handy, even when you don’t plan on needing them. After all, you never plan on getting a flat, but you wouldn’t want to go off-roading without a spare tire, jack, and tire iron.

But some things won’t fit in your backpack, or your vehicle – in particular: a buddy. It’s always best to go out in a group if you can, and avoid long treks on your lonesome. Not only is it more fun but if you break down out in the wilderness, the assurance that a good friend is right there with you is better insurance than a trunk full of tools and spare parts. You can always take classes to ensure you drive your best on the trails, but no amount of know-how can replace a little bit of back-up.

Pre Designated trails will help prevent you from running hood first into a log, or ending up in a river. That said, they’re no cakewalk either. It’s important to drive fully alert and at the top of your ability. Even still, moderate to severe damages to your vehicle, especially in the front end, are always in the realm of possibilities. Your factory bumper likely won’t be of much help – which is why you’ll notice many off-roaders have elected to add an aftermarket bumper specifically suited to off-roading.

Another piece of protection a lot of trailheads go for is a set of nerf bars or running boards. These easily installed steps line the side of your truck or SUV and serve a dual purpose. For one thing, they help you and your passengers climb into your vehicle, and they bring the added bonus of knocking rocks and other debris out-of-the-way while off-roading. Whenever you’re off-roading, pebbles, stones, and other paint-scratching scraps are being constantly tossed up by your spinning tires. Dents, dings, and even cracked windows are no stranger to the trails, which is why a set of side steps can really come in handy.

Another popular name for off-roading is “mudding”, and if you venture out in wet conditions you’ll see why. Plenty of people live for getting a good afternoon of mudslinging in, and this is definitely not the time to try to keep your ride clean. In fact, driving back into town with a mud-covered beast is a badge of honor in some circles.

But we’ve found even the muddiest of mudders like to keep their interiors clean if they can which can be a difficult feat, especially if you need to get out and give your pal a push at any point. This is where rubberized all-weather floor mats really come in handy. The deep walls and thick construction of these mats can hold plenty of dirt and mud. Plus just like your vehicle’s exterior, you can just hose these off in your driveway when you get home.

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Off-roading, like camping or backpacking, is one of those activities where you might feel like you could never bring too much. And yet, you’ll always feel like you’re forgetting something important. So in addition to the above mentioned items, we’ve prepared a checklist of helpful tools that you’ll always be glad you brought when the time to use them presents itself.

Check-list: – Water (one gallon per person per day)

– Food and trail rations (Twice the amount you think you’ll need)

– Extra Gasoline (Jerry cans)

– First aid kit

– Full Sized Spare Tire

– Jack and Tire Iron

– Basic Tool Box

– Hand Sanitizer

– Flashlight

– Flares

– Sun screen

– Extra clothes

– Rain jacket

– Maps

– Trash bags

– Bug spray

– Sunglasses

– Jumper cables

– Duct tape

– Utility knife

– Air pump and pressure gauge

– Rags

– Super glue

– Paper towels

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Jake McKenzie is a writer with AutoAccessoriesGarage. In addition to writing about cars, trucks, and the automotive world.

You may like to read Staying Safe On Your Next Cross Country Road Trip

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Airport Car Parking to Keep the Vehicle Secured When You Fly

For the holiday makers and business travelers, one of the first things is to travel to the airport in their own car. If you are one among them, it is important to find a secure place to park the car when flying off to some other place. Parking your car securely in the airport will offer you a great peace of mind. When it comes to Airport car parking, you will need advanced booking as things may turn bad and there may be lots of hassles. You have a lot of options in-car parking forwarded by the car parking companies. Companies can take your car to a safe and secure place. Choose a company which is near to the airport so that it will take less transfer time.

Airport car parking

Airport Car Parking to Control the Schedule

 When you are using public modes of transportation such as the taxi service or willing to take a lift from someone else, you are actually relying on the third-party. Public transportation may be unreliable at times as the train; bus or taxi you have booked may not turn up, leaving you at the risk of missing your flight. Then, airlines are reluctant when it comes to refunding missed flights. Such hassles can be easily avoided when you take up Airport car parking as you are having complete control over your schedule. You are to choose when to leave the space, plan the journey, etc. There is complete peace of mind with the car parking at the airport.

 No Need to Look for On Street Parking at The Last Minute

 You need to always make sure that you have enough space in the airport to park your car. This way, you need not gamble with the on-street parking and look for suitable space for the car when you are in a rush to board the flight. It is better to choose managed car parking service. But, you must also check out the security arrangements so that there is no damage to the vehicle.

 Parking Spaces are Well Protected

 When it comes to the airport parking spaces, they are all fabulously guarded and well protected from intruders. The best part is that airports have cameras and surveillance system operating all 24 hours and 365 days. The price for parking depends on the size of the vehicle and for how long you need the services for. The airport car parking will ensure that your car is well protected even in your absence.

 A Complete Peace of Mind with Airport Car Parking

 It offers peace of mind when you know that your precious belongings and prized possessions are taken utmost care. By using Airport car parking facility, you may tick off one of the crucial items from the list. You will safeguard your vehicle from the burglars and thieves in this way. So, there is no need for you to leave the car at the drive. You may stay away from your home for as long as you want and stay rest assured that your precious possession is being taken care of very well.

Airport Car Parking

A good planning is needed when you opt to park your car securely in the airport. For Airport car parking, you must choose a reliable company. In this way, you need to get an airport parking professional services and competitive rates on your parking needs. So just carry out a good research before you reach the airport and find out the several options available to park your vehicle in a safe way; enjoy your journey being assured that your car is in safe hands.

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