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Indian steamed dishes have a separate fan base. Enjoyed by fitness enthusiasts and foodies likewise, the delicacies like idli and dhokla can be served as starters or a part of the main course. However, the list does not end here. There are countless steamed recipes that grace the Indian food scene.
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If you are an experimental cook, Usha’s steam oven will come in handy and help you prepare more such delights at home. With three cooking levels and 39 pre-set menus, it is a modern kitchen appliance that will save time and effort. Use to prepare a variety of steamed Indian dishes.
Patra
Patra is a Gujarati dish usually prepared in monsoon. The colocasia leaves are coated with a spiced gram flour paste, folded, and steamed. You can complete the last process in Usha’s steam oven. Once cooked, you can also grill or bake the rolls in the same appliance; thus, preventing you from the hassle of soiling multiple dishes while preparing the snack.
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Khaman Kakdi
For those who don’t know, khaman kakdi is a cucumber cake prepared across Maharashtra. A smooth batter of rice flour, cucumber, and jaggery is prepared and steamed in the oven to solidify it. Using a modern appliance will also ensure you achieve a perfect fluffy texture without overpowering the freshness of cucumbers.
Sandesh
One of the most famous sweets from Bengal is sandesh. From Dura Puja to Diwali, this one delicacy graces the festive spread like no other. To prepare it, light and spongy chhena is steamed and later flavoured with cardamom and saffron. The moment you bite it, the ingredient will melt your behind leaving behind the sweetness, nuttiness, and aroma of saffron.
Panki
Panki is a Gujarati dish that resembles pancakes. A lacy batter comprising soaked rice is prepared and left aside to ferment. To prepare the cake, banana leaves are used as they infuse the recipe with a distinct aroma and subtle sweetness. If you use a steam oven to cook it, the appliance will lock in the moisture and prevent the drying of ingredients. Serve it later with yoghurt dip or chutney of your choice.
Fish Paturi
Have you ever tried fish paturi? If not, you have missed out on a delicious Bengali creation. The fillets or pieces of fish are marinated in a paste of sesame and mustard seeds. The meat is then wrapped in a banana leaf and steamed until the ingredients are cooked to perfection. It is enjoyed with steamed rice. Hence, you can use Usha’s steam oven for both preparations.
Rava Kesari
Rava kesari is a dish that can be prepared in a steam oven without any hassle. Boasting sweetness and silky texture, it is one of the most popular desserts served with North and South Indian meals, with preparation slightly different. Combine roasted semolina, ghee, milk, and water in a baking dish and slide it in the steam oven. In the end, garnish rava kesari with saffron and nuts.
