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2064 Plain flour, maida, all purpose flourRecipes | Recipes using plain flour, maida, all purpose flour | Indian maida Recipes |
2064 Plain flour, maida, all purpose flourRecipes | Recipes using plain flour, maida, all purpose flour | Indian maida Recipes. A simple ingredient that is there in every kitchen across the world and is so taken for granted, but has the potential to create innumerable special dishes. Yes, it is plain flour which is called maida or all purpose flour. From delicacies like cakes and pastries to croquettes and ghugras, from everyday dishes like quick-fix dosas to exotic rotis, plain flour (maida) is so versatile that the jar is opened almost every day!
Bhatura, How To Make Bhatura, Punjabi Bhatura Recipe
It has a mellow, bland flavour, which makes it suitable for many dishes. Dough made of plain flour (maida) is much softer and pliable compared to whole grain dough, which makes it ideal to make wraps and rolls that can burgeon with fillings! Given below are a sample of our Maida Recipe Collection.
Plain Flour is used in Indian dishes from Baked Vada Pav and Maida Dosas, to Aloowali Roti and Aloo Cheese Croquettes, from Aloo Kulcha to Moong Dal Kachori, this article introduces you to a range of dishes made with plain flour (maida). Each is just an example from a category, and you can find many more options in each category like snacks, rotis, pies and cakes on our website.
Maida Dosa
Plain Flour (maida) for Indian Snack Recipes
Plain flour is used in many popular Indian snack recipes. The dough for Indian snacks is made for moong dal kachori, Matar ki kachori and pyaz ki kachori.
Moong Dal Kachori
Local 'halwaais' frying mouthwatering samosas in huge kadhai is a common sight in nearly any part of India. Golden brown and crispy on the outside and soft and spicy on the inside Punjabi Samosas taste as good as they look from the usage of maida.
Plain flour used in Indian Desserts
Plain flour used in Indian Desserts. Ever wonder why the desserts seem to taste that good! Try from homemade jalebi, gulab jamun to kala jamun.
Jalebi, Recipe For Jalebi, Homemade Jalebi
Plain flour used in Indian Breakfast
Plain flour is used to make the classic Indian breakfast recipes. Enjoy the ever popular Punjabi paneer paratha with a bowl of low fat curds.
The Aloo ki Puri is great to have for breakfast or tea-time . Don’t forget to add a little ghee to the plain flour potato dough because it gives a good texture and rich flavour to it.
Visit a Sindhi family on a Sunday morning, and you are likely to be greeted by the aroma of Dal Pakwan being prepared for breakfast! Pakwan is a delicious snack, which is often served with dal to make a sumptuous Breakfast . The dal here is a simple preparation of chana dal perked up with green chillies, cumin seeds and spice powders; while the pakwan is a deep-fried puri like snack made with a plain flour dough.
Mysore Bonda, South Indian Snack
Try Mysore Bonda with a steaming cup of South Indian Filter Coffee.
Indian Breads made using plain flour
The famous chole bhature recipe has the bhatura made from plain flour. This masala bhatura is a variation of this popular bread that uses a potato filling to add softness to the Bhatura and a blend of other ingredients to flavour them. Moreover the potatoes prevent the Bhatura from turning rubbery and chewy.
Try the Punjabi Soft Flaky Lachha Paratha recipe which goes with any sabzi. Other popular recipes are the Mughlai roti and palak paratha.
Lachha Paratha, Punjabi Soft Flaky Lachha Paratha
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Plain Flour, Maida for Cakes
Who cannot forget Plain flour usage in our large collection of Eggless Cakes from Eggless Semolina and Coconut Cake, Eggless Vanilla Sponge Cake, Rich Chocolate Sponge Cake Using Eggs to Cupcakes like Red Velvet Cupcake
Eggless Vanilla Sponge Cake
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Plain Four, Maida for Breakfast
Breakfast gets way more tasty with plain flour recipes. Some nice tasty Apple and Buckwheat Pancakes with some yummy Homemade Cinnamon Rolls Recipe, Eggless which kids love. Even Veg Puff are great to serve. Try Mysore Bonda with a steaming cup of South Indian Filter Coffee.
Veg Puff
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Health Benefits of plain flour, maida, all purpose flour
Maida (plain flour) which is refined carb not suitable for healthy lifestyle. Maida consumption in any food should be totally avoided or use in very small quantities as any consumption of this will cause a larger spike in blood sugar levels which is not good for diabetics, heart patients. The development of prediabetes comes from uncontrolled eating sugar and refined food products for many years and the classic symptom is if you have excess belly fat. This leads to diabetes and further onwards to heart attack, high blood pressure, strokes, impotence and kidney damage. Read is maida good for you to understand fully.
Enjoy our 2064 Plain flour, maida, all purpose flourRecipes | Recipes using plain flour, maida, all purpose flour | Indian maida Recipes below.
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02 July, 2016
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05 July, 2016
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Whole wheat flour covers, layered with bananas and orange marmalade, are deep-fried to make these irresistible Banana Folders. … More..
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12 July, 2016
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The hariyali roti is so flavourful and aromatic that you cannot say, “no,” even if your tummy is … More..
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12 July, 2016
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20 July, 2016
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26 July, 2016
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29 July, 2016
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30 July, 2016
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04 August, 2016
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06 August, 2016
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Stuffed pasta-cannelloni topped with yummy tomato sauce and low calorie white sauce! Cannelloni is made from plain flour, … More..
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06 August, 2016
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08 August, 2016
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09 August, 2016
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09 August, 2016
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09 August, 2016
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Recipe# 2936
09 August, 2016
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Melt-in-the-mouth buttery biscuits made of a unique blend of plain flour and cornflour are sandwiched with tongue-tickling raspberry … More..
Recipe# 1168
12 August, 2016
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The Crepes Suzette is a citrusy French dessert, which adds a gourmet touch to your meal. Here, buttery … More..
Recipe# 1157
17 August, 2016
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Recipe# 2450
26 August, 2016
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Everybody loves Bourbon Biscuits – the sugar, crispy treats that are packed with lusciously creamy and buttery chocolate … More..
Recipe# 1167
26 August, 2016
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An eye-catching rich, dark chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream makes a great party dessert . More..
calories per serving
Orange raisin muffins, the combination of fruits and the dry fruits is truly mind-blowing. The orange rind and … More..
calories per serving
The Pink Pot Rice is a cheesy one-dish meal that is sure to catch your fancy with its … More..
calories per serving
Surprise your family by preparing these delicious naans right at home using everyday ingredients. You don’t even need … More..
calories per serving
Aloo and Green Peas Stuffed Tarts | Aloo Matar Tarts | Potato and Pea Savory Tarts | Vegetable … More..
calories per serving
Herby, cheesy tortellini dunked in a peppy mixed vegetables Schezwan sauce, this is a treat to remember forever! … More..
calories per serving
When you are in the mood to have something exotic for breakfast, try the French Style Baked Pancakes … More..
calories per serving
This is a unique muffin with a fabulous, exotic flavour! A batter of plain dough is enhanced with … More..
calories per serving
Appetizingly good looks, mind-blowing taste and the yummiest of textures – these Pizza Twists have all that it … More..
calories per serving
Muffins are a handy snack, which can be had for breakfast on a hurried morning or even carried … More..
calories per serving
basic sponge cake using eggs recipe | vanilla sponge cake without oven | pressure cooker basic vanilla sponge … More..
calories per serving
The Cheese Soufflé is a savoury treat, which you will devour with delight! A combination of eggs, cheese … More..
calories per serving
Whole wheat flour covers, layered with bananas and orange marmalade, are deep-fried to make these irresistible Banana Folders. … More..
calories per serving
The hariyali roti is so flavourful and aromatic that you cannot say, “no,” even if your tummy is … More..
calories per serving
A perfectly delightful starter to serve at parties, Tostadas Stuffed with Refried Beans and Sour Cream offers the … More..
calories per serving
Pretzels are a special type of baked bread product, in which the dough is twisted into an attractive … More..
calories per serving
Nothing to beat the kick of serving homemade biscuits with tea, especially if it is a choice as … More..
calories per serving
Age no bar, place no bar, Sweet Buns are one of the first things you think of buying … More..
calories per serving
Pinwheels are a part of every child’s fantasies! Its unique spiral shape, with alternating colours, makes it very … More..
calories per serving
Here, a superlatively tasty mix of sweet corn, zucchini and capsicum in white sauce adorns crispy savoury tarts. … More..
calories per serving
Stuffed pasta-cannelloni topped with yummy tomato sauce and low calorie white sauce! Cannelloni is made from plain flour, … More..
calories per serving
More..
calories per serving
These soft and chewy cookies taste as delicious as they look, and thanks to the goodness of dates, … More..
calories per serving
This nourishing aromatic broth is good for those days when you feel least inclined to cook up a … More..
calories per serving
Very often we impress our guests with this robust italian pasta dish baked in tomato sauce and cheese. … More..
calories per serving
Hariyali Samosa | Vatana Samosa | Green Peas Samosa | Crafting Delicious Vatana Samosas: A Delightful TwistThis recipe brings … More..
calories per serving
Melt-in-the-mouth buttery biscuits made of a unique blend of plain flour and cornflour are sandwiched with tongue-tickling raspberry … More..
calories per serving
The Crepes Suzette is a citrusy French dessert, which adds a gourmet touch to your meal. Here, buttery … More..
calories per serving
Here is a fruity-nutty dessert in the form of an exciting pizza! In this innovative creation, a base … More..
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