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10 Amazing Superbowl Appetizers

31 | 01 | 2014
By Soni Sinha

Superbowl is round the corner and if you’re still lost for menu ideas,I’ve got the perfect solution.My 10 Appetizer round-up has something for everyone and will surely get your guests raving.All these recipes are easy and packed with so much flavor.And if that isn’t enough, these recipes are also healthy so you don’t feel guilty when indulging.

Without further ado here’s my Top 10 for Super Bowl!Scroll down for the links!Enjoy!

10 Amazing Superbowl Appetizers from Soni's Food

  1. Tandoori Gobhi (Cauliflower)
  2. Tofu Buffalo Bites
  3. Honey Cumin Boneless Chicken Wings
  4. Indian Spiced Chicken Meatballs
  5. Chorizo and Spicy Sweet Potato Tapas
  6. Spiced Sweet Potato Bites with Kale and Goat’s Cheese
  7. Cabbage Stuffed Mushrooms
  8. Indian Tofu Vegetable Patties
  9. Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps
  10. Quinoa Potato Cakes

 

 

 

Spicy Mac and Cheese Patties with Curried Mayonnaise for #KraftyCooking

08 | 01 | 2014
By Soni Sinha

This post is part of a case study for “Google Plus for Brand Awareness”.All opinions are my own.

I’m excited to participate in this case study involving some well known faces on Google Plus who came up with this concept.The idea is to show brands how they can have a wider appeal by using Google plus to promote their products.For this purpose, we were asked to come up with a recipe using Kraft ‘Mac and Cheese’ or ‘Cracker Barrel Cheese’.I had a pack of Kraft Mac and Cheese and decided to go ahead and do something with it.

Spicy Mac and Cheese Patties

If you’ve been reading my blog you know how much I love appetizers.And this time was no different.My mind went straight to create an appetizer but a spicy hot version.I used Jalapeños and some Cayenne for that kick and I have to tell you that this is not for the faint hearted.Its spicy,its hot and its addictive.

Kraft Mac and Cheese

The patties are crispy on the outside and moist on the inside.Since they’re not particularly low cal I’ve made them smaller for portion control.I serve them on a bed of lettuce with some curried mayonnaise that balances the heat and also adds a smooth sweet element to the appetizer.The combo tastes delicious and comes together pretty quickly.Serve it for your game night and see it disappear in no time!

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Spicy Mac and Cheese Patties with Curried Mayonnaise for #KraftyCooking

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Ingredients
  

For the Patties

  • Cooked Mac and Cheese-2 cups
  • Plain Bread Crumbs-1/4 cup or more plus more for coating
  • Egg-1
  • Jalapeños-2 seeded and chopped
  • Cayenne- 1/8 tsp
  • Salt-to taste
  • Oil-2 tbsp to pan fry

Curried Mayonnaise

  • Mayonnaise-3/4 cup
  • Curry Powder-1 tbsp
  • Honey-2 tbsp
  • Salt-to taste
  • Pepper-1/4 tsp

Instructions
 

  • Mix the patty ingredients in a bowl.If needed add some more bread crumbs.Shape to form small round patties using your hands.
  • Take some bread crumbs in a platter and coat the patties on both sides.
  • In a non stick pan heat oil and add the patties.Cook on medium until golden on both sides.

Curried Mayonnaise

  • Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.Check seasonings.
  • Arrange patties on a platter along with the mayonnaise.Serve hot.

 

 

 

 

Crepes with Strawberry Mascarpone Cream #SundaySupper #Healthy

03 | 03 | 2013
By Soni Sinha

If you ever stepped into my kitchen on a weekend, you’d find me making these gorgeous Crepes for breakfast for my kids!Its their most favorite breakfast of all time and they really look forward to it on the weekends.And why not!Nothing says it better than a soft delicate Crepe filled with a luscious creamy filling and vibrant Red Strawberries peeking out from the edges!

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Crepes are easily available in stores everywhere, but why would you buy something that’s so easy to make at home and I personally prefer the home-made texture better than store bought ones!I just whisk all the ingredients and let it sit in the fridge for a few minutes before the process begins.Growing up I never had a Crepe but instantly fell in love with it in this quaint little French restaurant in London.Since then I’ve been making Crepes, but mostly with a savory Mushroom filling!But that’s for another time 🙂 I started making the sweet fillings after my kids were born, and they’ve always enjoyed it with a LOT of drizzle of Chocolate Sauce 🙂

strawberry mascarpone crepe

My filling here is a healthy mix of the creamy Mascarpone and Greek Yoghurt whisked together with some Honey!You can add any fruits of your choice and it tastes absolutely delicious!The perfect breakfast or dessert for any day or night 🙂

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Crepes with Strawberry Mascarpone Cream

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Ingredients
  

For the Crepe-Makes about 8

  • All Purpose Flour-1 Cup
  • Eggs-2
  • Milk- 1/2 cup
  • Water- 1/2 cup or a bit more
  • Salt-1/4 tsp
  • Sugar-1 tbsp
  • Butter-2 tbsp melted and cooled

For the Filling

  • Mascarpone Cheese-3/4 cup
  • Greek Yoghurt-1/2 Cup
  • Honey-2-3 tbsp
  • Strawberries-3/4 cup sliced

Instructions
 

  • Mix the flour and salt in a bowl.Keep aside.
  • In a mixing bowl mix all the liquid ingredients and add the sugar,flour salt mixture.Whisk until well combined.If you feel the batter is too thick add a little more milk just to get a pourable consistency.
  • Heat some butter or oil in a pan.
  • Pour 1/4 cup of the batter into the pan and tilt the pan in a circular motion so its spreads evenly.
  • Look for small bubbles underneath and a lovely golden color.
  • Flip the Crepe and cook on the other side too.
  • Mix the filling ingredients.
  • Place about 2-3 tbsp of the filing on the inside of a Crepe and roll in any shape you prefer.Drizzle some Chocolate sauce all over!

My Crepes are my entry for our #SundaySupper theme Cheese,Cakes and Cheesecake!Our host is the lovely Angie of Big Bear’s Wife!Please scroll down to see some amazing recipes in each category!

Cheese –
Cakes –
& Cheesecakes

 

Join the #SundaySupper conversation on twitter each Sunday. We tweet throughout the day and share recipes from all over the world. This week we will be sharing our love of Cheese, Cakes AND Cheesecakes!  Our weekly chat starts at 7:00 pm EST!
Follow the #SundaySupper hash tag and remember to include it in your tweets to join in the chat.Check out our #SundaySupper Pinterest board for more fabulous recipes and food photos.
Join us Around the Family Table this Sunday at 7PM Eastern Time and share your favorite Cheese, Cake and Cheesecake Recipes with us!

 

Tofu Buffalo Bites for Superbowl! #SundaySupper

03 | 02 | 2013
By Soni Sinha

Superbowl is a great opportunity to get together and enjoy some fun foods with friends and family!Although I’ve never seen any of the games and have no clue as to how its played, I surely enjoy snacking and having a great time,while the die hard fans are glued to the TV!My appetizer today is a great option for anyone looking for a healthier alternative to the traditional Buffalo wings.My Tofu Buffalo Bites couldn’t be easier and are great for any occasion.

tofu buffalo bites

I’d initially thought of using just the Buffalo Wing Sauce, but realized it was overly tangy and quite hot!Solution?Adding some sweet honey!Honey gives a nice glaze to the sauce and makes it stick to the Tofu giving it lots of flavor.A healthy appetizer that’s easy, delicious and you can swap the honey for agave or any liquid sweetener for your Vegan guests!

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Tofu Buffalo Bites

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Ingredients
  

For the Tofu

  • Extra Firm Tofu-1 15 Oz pack
  • Salt-1/4 tsp
  • Pepper-1/2 tsp
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil-2 tbsp

For the sauce

  • Franks Buffalo Wing Sauce-1/4 cup
  • Canola Oil-2 tbsp
  • Honey -3 tbsp Vegans can use Agave-adjust accordingly

Instructions
 

  • Squeeze the liquid from the tofu by pressing between your hands.Cut into rectangles.
  • In a skillet heat EVOO and add the Tofu pieces along with salt and pepper.
  • Brown on both sides.
  • In a saucepan heat the sauce ingredients and bring to a boil.
  • Add the Tofu pieces and mix evenly, very gently.
  • Arrange Tofu pieces in a platter and pour the remaining sauce all over.
  • Serve with your favorite dressing.

Our friend Jen from Juanita’s Cocina is hosting our Superbowl #Sunday Supper and wait till you see the Menu!If you’re looking for some last minute inspiration you’ve come to the right place 🙂

#SundaySupper Super Bowl Appetizers & Snacks:

#SundaySupper Super Bowl Main Dishes:

#SundaySupper Super Bowl Desserts:

#SundaySupper Super Bowl Tablescape:  10 Tips For A Winning Superbowl Buffet Table fromAn Appealing Plan

Join the #SundaySupper conversation on Twitter today to talk all about our Super Bowl Recipes!  We’ll tweet throughout the day and share recipes from all over the world.  Our weekly chat starts at 7:00 pm ET and you do not want to miss out on the fun.  Follow the #SundaySupper hashtag, and remember to include it in your tweets to join in the chat.  Check out our #SundaySupper Pinterest board for more fabulous recipes and food photos!

 

Honey Cumin Boneless Chicken Wings with Greek Yoghurt Dip #CookedInTranslation

23 | 01 | 2013
By Soni Sinha

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With Superbowl in sight, our Cooked in Translation team has chosen the perfect dish to try out this time!The theme of Cooked in Translation is to create your own adaptation of a recipe and that’s what makes this so exciting!!The recipe for today is CHICKEN WINGS chosen by our host Azlin Bloor of LinsFood!I’ve used Chicken Tenders or Goujons here because the hubby doesn’t like Chicken Wings with bones.I’m sure there are many people out there who prefer boneless wings like my husband does and why not, its more meaty and tastes absolutely delicious.

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These make for the perfect little bites to enjoy while watching your favorite game and they couldn’t be easier, since they’re made in a skillet!The sauce is a sweet and spicy combination of honey and Sriracha with some toasted Cumin that gives it so much flavor and the lovely color.Talking about Sriracha, I have to admit I’m addicted to it and add it to everything I cook these days!But wait till you try this recipe, it all comes together on the stovetop and I serve these with a simple Greek Yoghurt Dip spiked with cayenne and cumin!Its hot, its sweet,its just perfect for any game night!

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Honey Cumin Boneless Chicken Wings with Greek Yoghurt Dip

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Ingredients
  

  • Chicken Tenders/Goujons-1 lb apprx 8 pcs cubed
  • Garlic Powder-1 tsp
  • Salt- 1 tsp
  • Pepper-1 tsp
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil-2 tbsp

For the Sauce

  • Honey-1/4 cup
  • Sriracha-1/8 cup
  • Toasted Cumin-1 tbsp
  • Unsalted Butter-2 tsp

Greek Yoghurt Dip

  • Greek Yoghurt-1 cup
  • Cayenne-1/2 tsp
  • Toasted Cumin Powder-1 tsp
  • Salt-1/2 tsp

Instructions
 

  • Cut the Chicken into cubes or small pieces.
  • In a skillet, heat the oilve oil and add the chicken pieces with the garlic powder, salt and pepper.Saute unitl cooked through.

Sauce

  • Dry roast some about 2 tbsp of cumin seeds in a pan.Once it changes color and is all crispy transfer into a pestle and mortar or spice grinder and powder it.
  • In a saucepan mix all the sauce ingredients and gently bring to a boil and reduce on low heat.Once the sauce starts to thicken add the cooked chicken wings and mix it all together.
  • Arrange on a platter.Pour the remaining sauce all over.

Greek Yoghurt Dip

  • Mix 1/2 cup of Greek Yoghurt along with a some salt, 1/2 tsp of cayenne and 1/2 tsp of the toasted cumin powder.Serve alongside the chicken wings with some sliced carrots and celery!

See all other yummy interpretations that my friends have come up with!!You can also add your own version of Chicken Wings!