Welcome to My Kitchen

I started cooking 20 years ago, and every day has been a new experience. You might not believe it but i was a person who could not fry an egg...but 20 years on..i feel i can take on any challenge.

I'm constantly trying out new recipes and looking for innovative ways to improvise my dishes and make it more easier. The easier the cooking gets and the less time it takes the more time for me to relax with my loved one.
But easy and quick does not mean compromise on taste or the way a dish is presented. I take great pride in decorating my dishes as i am a firm believer of ' The first impression counts'.

I decided to start this blog to help others like me discover that cooking a feast does not require slogging for hours in the kitchen all it requires is the right ingredients, tools and a creative mind and voila! you will have your family and guests begging for second helpings....

My inspiration for cooking has always been my husband...he loves his food..and like the saying goes 'A way to a man's heart is through his stomach'..i can confidently say it's true and it works wonders for a happy relationship...but he is also my best critic and competition.

I've got two little girls both who love to eat, and my eldest always enjoys helping me in the kitchen. I will try to post more kid friendly recipes that can be fun to eat and make together.

Hope you enjoy this blog and find it useful...please do feel free to leave any feedback or comments...remember there's always room for improvement!!!

Thursday 23 June 2011

Casserole Styled Beef with Asparagus & Mushroom



Ingredients:


1 tbsp oil
400-500g lean steak beef, cut into strips
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp ginger/garlic paste
1 tsp dark soy sauce
1 tsp light soy sauce
1 tsp dry red chilli flakes
1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
1 tsp Worcester sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
3 large onions, sliced
8-10 asparagus sticks, chopped
8-10 chestnut mushrooms, chopped
3-4 tbsp water
Salt & Freshly crushed pepper for seasoning.


Method:


1. Marinate the beef with olive oil, soy sauces, Worcester sauce, ginger/garlic paste, garlic powder, chilli flakes, sweet chilli sauce and season with salt & pepper. Leave aside for 1-2 hours.


2. Pre heat the oven at 230 deg. In a pan heat the oil, fry the piece of beef. Turn occasionally, care not to burn. Once the beef turns dark brown, add the onions. Mix well.


3. Add the asparagus and mushrooms. Check for seasoning. Add the water.Cook for 4-5 mins


4. Transfer the beef mixture into a oven proof dish. Reduce the oven to 180deg, cook the beef for 20-30 mins, until very tender. Season if required.


Tips:


 You could add red wine to make a more rich and textured sauce.

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