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!!!

Sunday, 5 July 2020

Beef Stroganoff

A simple classic perfect for a family meal.. juicy tender strips of beef infused with the creamy sauce.. can be eaten with pasta, rice or spaghetti depending on ones preference.



Ingredients:

1/2 kg sirloin steak cut into strips
1 tbsp butter
1 tsp olive oil 
1-2 chopped garlic 
4-5 large chestnut mushrooms, chopped
3 medium onions, sliced.
1 cup milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tsp Dijon mustard 
1 tbsp Philadelphia cheese 
1 tsp Paprika powder
Freshly crushed Pepper powder
1 tsp Garlic powder
1 tbsp dried mixed herbs
Freshly chopped parsley 
1 tsp Worcester sauce


Method:

1. Marinate the beef with Worcester sauce, garlic powder and salt. Keep for 30 mins.

2. In a skillet pan, heat the butter and add olive oil to avoid the butter from burning. Fry the beef until golden on both sides for few mins. Remove and keep aside.

3. In the same pan add chopped garlic, once they start to leave an aroma add the onions and fry until lightly golden. 

4. Add the mushrooms and once they soften add the beef.  Pour in the milk. Once it comes to a boil add paprika, season with salt and pepper.

5. Stir in the cream, Dijon mustard and cream cheese. Mix in the dried herbs. 

6. Cook on a low flame until beef is tender. If you feel it’s drying a little add water accordingly.  If your sauce is thin then add a spoonful of flour if needed to thicken. I have not used flour in my recipe.

7. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.