With our busy lives to cope up, we all barely have the time to give our hair the needed care and nourishment. Most of the times, we also forget that food is an integral part of that excellent long and silky hair growth you have always dreamt of. Here are some of the top foods for hair growth-

 

1. Spinach-

Spinach is one of the best foods for hair growth as it is rich in nutrients like Vitamin A, Vitamin C, folate and much more. Vitamin A helps is nourishing the scalp by letting the glands promote sebum. Hair loss is mainly caused due to the lack of these nutrients.

2. Fatty fish-

Fatty fish is also one of the best foods for hair growth, especially salmon, herring and mackerel. The presence of Omega 3 fatty acid helps in providing increased hair density. Fatty fish is also a great source of nutrients for hair growth like Vitamin D3, Vitamin B, proteins and much more.

3. Sweet peppers-

Sweet Peppers are also one of the best foods for hair growth as it is rich in Vitamin C. Vitamin C promotes the strengthening of hair strands and is also rich in antioxidants. Sweet peppers are also an excellent source of Vitamin A which helps in nourishing the hair.

4. Oysters-

Oysters are also one of the best foods for hair growth due to its high zinc content. Zinc helps in hair growth and repair.  Oysters are much safer when compared to taking zinc supplements.

5. Eggs-

Eggs are also one of the best foods for hair growth as it is rich in protein and biotin. They are also rich in zinc and selenium. Biotin is a nutrient essential for producing keratin which smoothes hair.

 

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Biriyani is always a hearty dish that is enjoyed by children and adults alike, and Mutton Biriyani is the classic biriyani fancied by all. Imagine the layers of mutton and masala in the rice to give you the perfect ‘Dum’! Here is a recipe for the most sought-after Mutton biriyani of the year-

 

1. The Marination for the Mutton biriyani–

 

• Mix curd, ginger-garlic paste, raw papaya paste, chilli powder, salt, lemon juice and garam masala as the marinating paste.
• Marinate the mutton and leave it for at least 3 hours.

 

     2) Prepare the fried onions for the Mutton biriyani-

 

• Heat oil in a pan and add a few pieces of sliced onion; fry until brown.
• Remove them from the pan and place them separately; these fried onion slices are called ‘Barista’.

 

     3) The Mutton for the Mutton biriyani- 

 

• Heat ghee in a deep bottomed pan and add the remaining sliced onions, green chillies and stir well until onions are golden brown.
• Add ginger and garlic paste and stir well.
• Add the marinated mutton and let it cook for 7-8 minutes.
• Add masalas like Coriander, Cumin Powder and Red chilli powder; mix well.
• Pour in 3 cups of water, mix and bring it to boil; let the mutton cook in low heat.
• Further add in tomatoes, salt, Garam Masala and coriander leaves.
• Let it cook for 15 minutes; the texture of the gravy should be thick.

 

     4) The Rice for the Mutton biriyani- 

 

• Boil water and add in long basmati rice along with spices- Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves, Black Peppercorn, Cumin, Star Anise, Bay leaf and Salt.

 

5) The Saffron-milk for the Mutton biriyani-

 

• Add saffron strands, kewra essence and rose water in 1/4th cup of warm milk.

 

6) Time to Layer the Mutton biriyani- 

 

• In a deep vessel, heat ghee and spread the melted ghee throughout the bottom and sides by rotating the pan.
• Add a layer of rice, meat, fried onion slices, ghee, and sprinkle saffron water.
• Continue the layering and make sure the top layer is of rice.
• Garnish with chopped onion, green chillies, mint and coriander.
• Cover the biriyani with aluminium foil or dough and close lid, let the biriyani cook in this ‘dum’ for a few minutes without burning the bottom.

 

Serve hot and experience heaven in the form of this aromatic ‘Mutton Biriyani’.

 

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‘Chicken Mulligatawny’ is a soup based dish derived from the Indian origin and the word ‘Mulligatawny’ literally means ‘pepper water’. This dish is mostly an interpretation of curry with some chicken pieces and is cooked in various forms. The dish was common in British India as well as England since those times.

Here is the recipe for Chicken Mulligatawny to touch your soul-

 

Ingredients for Chicken Mulligatawny-

 

Canola oil, chopped onions, celery, garlic, diced apples, curry powder, cumin, coriander, ginger, chicken broth, tender chicken breasts, coconut milk, lemon juice, salt, pepper, sliced almonds

 

Directions to prepare Chicken Mulligatawny-

 

• Heat oil in a Dutch oven and add onions, garlic and celery; stir until soft.
• Add apples, curry powder, cumin, coriander, and ginger; cook until apples get soft.
• Add broth and then rice, and bring it to a boil.
• Reduce to a simmer and add chicken; cook until chicken and rice get tender.
• Add coconut milk and stir continuously and thoroughly.
• Remove from heat and season it with lemon juice, salt and pepper.
• Garnish with almonds.

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Pasta is a dish which is vibrant, flavourful and light, and does not compromise on the health factor. There is no person who doesn’t skip the idea of having pasta dishes for a brunch plan or a dinner idea. Be it for your child’s tiffin, or for a lovely dinner date, pasta is always a saviour and is a dish which can be easily experimented.

 

Here are top 5 pasta dishes for that much awaited Sunday brunch-

 

1. Sicilian Spicy Pasta-

This is the perfect recipe for a quick healthy and cheesy pasta dish and is also a perfect dish for all the spice lovers. All you need is to throw in some broccoli, parmesan cheese, garlic, and some red chilli. This is one of the easiest of pasta dishes and is a must-have for all the gym lovers.

   2) Wheat pasta in Mushroom sauce-

                       The mushroom sauce is a sauce which has to be nailed to perfection and you can also add in some chicken chunks into this mind-blowing pasta dish. This recipe works really well with whole wheat flour and is a must try for all the pasta lovers. Wheat Pasta in mushroom sauce is also one of the most delicious pasta dishes.

 

                  3) Spaghetti Alio Olio Peperoncino-

                      Give it 20 minutes time and you can gobble upon this amazing pasta recipe. This is also one of the most delicious and easy pasta dishes and all you have to do is some simple tossing. The 3 major ingredients are garlic, chillies, and olive oil.

 

                   4) Cheesy baked pasta-

                        Are you a cheese lover? Then here is one of the best pasta dishes for all the cheese lovers in town! Add in some chicken chunks along with other ingredients, top it with some cheese, bake it to perfection and your good to go.

 

                   5) Pasta Con Pomodoro E Basilico-

                        This can be suggested as one of the pasta dishes that make the benchmark of Italian cooking. Add your pasta to an amazing tomato sauce base with lots of garlic and olive oil. Serve it hot and you will find yourself craving for more.

 

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Salads are the healthiest and refreshing option when you crave for a healthy life. Although to kickstart a healthy life, it may seem difficult initially to get into the habit of eating healthy, especially eating salads. Here are some of the top 5 easy salad recipes for a healthy you-

 

 

• Tomato- peach salad-

  

 

          If you are a sweet tooth, this is definitely one of the easy salad recipes you can nail. Toss in some diced tomatoes and peach along with some red onion slices. Drizzle it with cider vinegar and olive oil, along with some sugar, salt and pepper seasoning.

 

2) Creole Green Beans-

    Beans can be easily used as one of the easy salad recipes for a healthy you. Blanch some green beans along with some red onion slices. Drizzle it with creole mustard, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt and pepper.

 

3) Caesar Salad-

   Caesar salad is also one of the most delicious easy salad recipes. Prepare a puree with garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper and egg yolk, by slowly adding a bit of olive oil while blending. Drizzle this puree over lettuce, onions and tomatoes, and if needed, some chicken chunks.

 

4)  Hearty Tuna Salad-

    Here is one of the healthiest easy salad recipes for the gym lovers. Mix in some oil- canned tuna with your favourite veggies like pickled mushrooms, beans, celery, and olives. Drizzle it in with some mustard, lemon juice, salt and pepper; toss in some cherry tomatoes if needed.

 

5) Chicken Mango Salad-

    Again one of the yummiest easy salad recipes for both chicken and sweet lovers. Toss in some diced chicken and mango with some lemon juice, ginger and olive oil. Serve it chilled!

 

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