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Oil-Free Paneer Tikka in Air Fryer
The late afternoon sun filtered gently through Dadi’s kitchen window, casting a golden glow on the marinated paneer cubes.“Arre Chotu, Chutki! Aaj tumhare liye ek khaas cheez ban rahi hai – Oil-Free Paneer Tikka!” Dadi announced, her eyes twinkling behind her specs. Chutki peeked over the counter, “Dadi, tikka without oil? Kaise banega?”Dadi chuckled, “Bas dekhte jao… aur seekh lo. Air fryer mein sab kuch possible hai.” Coopie, the ever-curious golden retriever, sat by the door, tail wagging slowly, nose catching the tempting aroma of the spices. Chotu carefully helped Dadi thread the marinated paneer and veggies onto skewers, sneaking in questions about each spice. As the air fryer hummed…
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Bajra-Methi Pakoras (Air-Fried)
Garam Pakore aur Baarish ki Khushboo It had rained all morning. The kind of rain that made the whole house smell like mitti and memories. “Dadi! Baarish ho rahi hai!” Chotu and Choti shouted from the verandah, their noses pressed to the glass. Dadi, wrapped in her soft cotton shawl, was already one step ahead. “Baarish aur kuch garam garam pakore na ho? Hain Coopie?” she said, giving the golden fluffball a pat. But unlike the old days, Dadi had her ways. No oil, no mess. Just her trusty air fryer and a big bowl of bajra, fresh methi leaves, and warm masalas. Soon, the kitchen was filled with the…
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Beetroot Hummus Toasts – A Colourful, Healthy Snack
A Sunday Afternoon in Dadi’s KitchenThe winter sun streamed lazily through the window as Dadi placed a bright pink bowl on the table.“Dadi, yeh pink ice cream hai kya?” Chutki asked, her eyes widening. “Arre nahin, yeh toh hummus hai… beetroot hummus!” Dadi laughed, scooping the creamy mixture onto slices of warm toasted bread. Chotu leaned in for a sniff, while Coopie wagged his tail hopefully, clearly approving of the bright creation. The toasts were topped with crunchy cucumber slices and juicy cherry tomatoes, looking like little pieces of art on a plate. As they took their first bite, Chotu declared, “Dadi, yeh toh sandwich bhi haraata hai!” and Coopie…
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A Sweet Evening in Dadi’s KitchenThe golden glow of the evening sun spilled into the kitchen as Dadi mashed ripe bananas in a big brass bowl. “Bas thoda sa patience, Chotu… abhi tayyar ho jayenge!” she chuckled, as Chutki peeked curiously over the counter. Coopie, of course, had already stationed himself right under the table, hoping for a little treat to roll his way. The smell of cocoa and roasted ragi filled the air, and within minutes, Dadi rolled little chocolatey balls, dusted them lightly, and placed them in a shiny plate. The first bite was enough to make everyone’s eyes light up — soft, rich, and perfectly sweet without…
