Bechamel Sauce (Cheesy White Sauce)By Meg's KitchenIf there is a quick, delicious, easy to whip up sauce recipe, it’s Bechamel sauce. It may be intimidating for some to try and get it right but follow this recipe to the T and you will never fail. Well, that’s what I always do – share only fool proof recipes, and this is one that is absolutely creamy, cheesy and yumm. Your kids are going to love for you it.
Chocolate GanacheBy Meg's KitchenSharing the Oh So Famous, absolutely delicious, decadent and silky, shiny Chocolate Ganache! Before the recipe let me share a somewhat of a Culinary Folklore.The word ‘ganache’, as they believe, was coined in the 1920s by a famous French Chef Georges Auguste Escoffier. The story goes that one day an apprentice accidentally poured hot cream into a bowl of chocolate pieces and the chef in anger, shouted at him ‘ganache’. Ganache in French is meant to name a person of low intelligence, here used to probably exclaim ‘fool!!’. However it turned out to be one of the most versatile and widely used ingredient in the confectionary world and loved by all. And that’s where the name ‘ganache’ comes from if we were to believe!Ganache essentially is a mix of chocolate and cream in certain proportions (depending on the use of it). It can beautifully transform into a glaze, icing, frosting, chocolate sauce for desserts/puddings or ice creams, chocolate fondue, hot and cold drinks, mousse, chocolates – the uses are endless. It’s become an integral part of the Chocolate World!I shall be covering the basic ganache recipe for Dark, Milk and White Chocolate that can be used to dress cakes, cupcakes in the form of an icing or frosting.
Instant Raw Mango PickleBy Meg's KitchenSome recipes have a special place in your heart! This is one such recipe, simply since it reminds me of my childhood. Raw mango pickle was an absolute necessary condiment along with ALL meals in the mango season. My mom used to get home tons of raw mango (read 50 kg plus) and prepare jars of various mango pickles to consume through the year as well gift to near and dear ones. Raw mango pickle, a favourite of mine, was taken for granted by me, now is a delicacy which I have to wait for to receive from Delhi (I am based in Mumbai and my parents live in Delhi).I was fortunate enough to have my mom pay us a visit for a couple of days last May and I decided to learn her secret recipe of the quickest, yummiest and easiest mango pickle you’ll ever taste. And so I did!! Ever since have been making a jar for home every week and it vanishes in no time (most of it into my tummy!). The wonderful part of this recipe is that it’s fresh, quick, easy with no preservatives and can be had almost immediately – Yes, no waiting unlike most pickles!Hey did I mention it has 2 versions – 1 sweet for sweet mango pickle lovers and another spicy and tangy for those like me who almost worship chillies!! Few readily available ingredients and literally 5 minutes cook time and it’s ready.If these aren’t reasons enough for you to be tempted to try out the recipe, here are some health benefits of eating raw mango:
  1. Rich source of vitamin A and C.
  2. Keeps the body cool in summer, prevents heat strokes.
  3. Aids in digestion hence the drinks like aam panna in summer.
  4. Maintains the electrolyte balance in the body, considered good for blood pressure and
    heart.
  5. Boosts your immune system and helps you fight against common flu and other diseases.
  6. Has astringent properties and antioxidants, both do wonders for your skin.
15 Minute Dhokla RecipeBy Meg's KitchenThis is the quickest, easiest snack recipe that you can make, also it’s delicious and nutritious!! Dhokla traditionally is made with a long-fermented batter usually overnight. But for me it’s always a last-minute decision to make when hunger strikes!! So I have this go-to recipe of mine which barely uses any ingredients and is ready in 15 minutes. Let’s get started.