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Elevate your dinner routine with a meal that feels indulgent but comes together with minimal effort
If you’re looking for a dessert that bridges the gap between a light, spongy cake and a rich, decadent pudding, this cake is your answer
Season the steak with salt and pepper, then pan-sear for about two minutes on each side. Put the seared steaks in a pressure cooker, add one cup of water, then pressure cook for 20 minutes
Once cooked, garnish with chopped and whole California walnuts, then drizzle some sugar syrup all over the kunafa. Serve with Arabic coffee
Fluff up the rice and serve it alongside the mutton on a platter. Sprinkle with raisins, garnish with boiled eggs and fried onions and enjoy your meal!
Whether served at a massive family gathering, a festive celebration or simply as a weekend indulgence, biryani has a unique way of bringing people together around the dining table
There is nothing quite like a warm, comforting bowl of daal to soothe the soul after a long day
Bring the vibrant, aromatic flavours of the Arabian Gulf straight to your kitchen with this classic Emirati Machboos
Once the rice is soft and fluffy, transfer it to a large plate and sprinkle with toasted raisins, cashew nuts and fresh coriander. Serve and enjoy!
A classic appetiser that balances tender calamari rings with a light, golden, seasoned coating and a unique, chunky dipping sauce
Craving nyama choma and you don’t want to light a whole grill and charcoal? Let's take you through how you can whip it up at home in your kitchen
If you love the rich, comforting depth of a classic Moussaka or the bold, spiced profiles of Middle Eastern and South Asian cuisine, this dish is bound to become a new favourite
In a frying pan over medium heat, add the oil and deep-fat fry the fish until brown and crispy. Serve with a side of sautéed spinach and ugali
This Midnight Obsidian Dome dessert balances a dramatic, ultra-glossy exterior with the deep, comforting richness of dark chocolate and black cocoa
Cover with the remaining cheesecake filling, smooth the top, cover with the extra Oreo mixture, and freeze for 4 to 6 hours, or until it is firm enough to unmould cleanly
A 10-minute brownie? Let me show you how to make the most delicious double chocolate walnut brownie. Pair it with some chocolate fudge sauce and you'll love life!
Marinate the fish in the above ingredients, then shallow fry until golden brown on both sides. Keep the marinade; do not discard it. We will mix it with the liquid to cook the rice
Layer the boiled pasta in a casserole dish or baking tray and pour the white sauce over it. Preheat the oven to 180°C and bake for 45 minutes
Sprinkle with some extra curry leaves as a garnish, and enjoy with your favourite naan bread, chapati or mahambri
Add the garlic and ginger paste and continue to saute for about 3–4 minutes. Then add the diced tomatoes, cayenne pepper, turmeric, lime juice, salt and pepper to taste
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