Mint Chutney and Dum

Buzzword : “Pakwan” in Hindi means a cooked meal.

Quick Dip: Mint Chutney

Ingredients:
2 1/2 cups curds, 1 cup mint leaves, 3 nos. Chilies
1/4 cup water, salt

Method:
a. Combine all ingredients, except the curds, and grind to a
very fine paste.
b. Add salt to the curds and beat until it becomes smooth. Add the ground paste and beat again to mix all ingredients. Use it as dip or salad dressing.

Buzzword: DUM
“Dum” describes a process whereby the material is cooked between two gentle fires, one above and one below. Usually, the one below is a wood fire and is drawn, should the heat be excessive. The one above is live charcoal, extensively used for making Biryani or Hyderabadi Dishes.