Shikanji Ka Masala/ Lemonade Masala is a special masala used to prepare an Indian Lemonade also known as Shikanji.
Shikanji is one of the most loved drink in summers in India. With its coolant properties and abundance of vitamin c, this drink is must have for summers.
Salad with Garlic Vinaigrette. This salad is a mix of cucumber, tomato , radish,onion & lettuce leaves with mix of garlicky vinaigrette.
Our salads are mostly simple as it is just an accompaniment to the mail meal. We mostly use cucumbers , radish, tomato , onion, lettuce and whatever seasonal produce available in the market. Though the vinaigrette changes from time to time depending on the meal.
Phutane Ki Chutney/Roasted Chana Chutney , a quick dry chutney make using roasted chana. This chutney is served as a side with daal & Chawal. 
Whenever I go to my inlaws place, my sweet ma in law introduces me to new taste and cuisine of vidharba muslim family. She is very fond of cooking and tells the fascinating tales of her childhood and later life. Her father owned three villages. And the house was always filled with guest. And when guests are there, there is always food.
Masoor Kheema Biryani is a one pot meal usually served during the haldi ceremony rituals of muslim marriage in Gujarat. This one pot meal is served with matta – a yogurt based side.
Now I don’t know how this tradition of serving Masoor Kheema Pulao has started in haldi ceremonies back home. Or is it still served. It’s been about 15 years , I have attended any wedding. Me being an introvert though hated attending any ceremonies. But this pulao would be the attraction to attend the long ceremonies
