Vishaka Rautela

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Loose Prawns

I woke up this morning and realised my blog Vishualfoodie completes 8 years. Started with a gusto only to have dwindled posting over the last few years. But with a guarantee that the recipes on the blog have been loved and made repeatedly not only by me but my many who follow it. Some of …

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Methi Malai Chicken

In my hunt for interesting Indian recipes I chanced about this chicken methi malai recipe on a FB group. Keyword search led me to many posts of members vouching for this recipe, and I knew I had to make it. The dish was rich and delicious with the kids giving a thumbs up to methi …

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Hyderabadi Shaadiwala Red Chicken

Since my move to Hyderabad, I have been reading about the various specialities that this city has to offer. I haven’t tasted this dish outside but the name kept attracting me and after much research zeroed in on this recipe. Adapting it to our tastes. My kids say this now is their top Indian gravy …

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Mushroom Garlic Cream Pasta

Everyone likes a delicious pasta. Here in India, a very small percentage of the varieties of pasta that are made abroad are reproduced. Am a fan of MasterChef and to see Also cook up such a variety is fascinating. It’s my dream to make my own pasta from scratch and to also attempt some of …

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Veg Burgers

When the client asks for veg sliders and I happily say yes, it’s time to research some recipes as I have never made the veg patty before I went through some really good burger recipes only to finally make one my Mom tried recently. My sister had raved about it. Made the patty using Ranveer …

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Tala Hua Ghosht

Hyderabad is famous for its Biryani but my pet peeve is that there is never enough meat in it. Most Biryanis I have tasted here are lots of flavoured rice and 4 pieces of meat. I have rarely seen a layered biryani with masala. Don’t get me wrong, I love this style of Biryani as …

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Eggless Chocochip Cookies

This is my first post after moving to a new city. Its been a while since I updated the blog and I kept saving this recipe for this very purpose. This recipe featured on Chef Vinesh’s instagram a while ago during lockdown. It was part of the recipe exchange with Chef Pooja Dhingra. When these …

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OMF Style Baingan Bhartha

I have been wanting to make this style of baingan bharta since Ameya Warty posted this a while ago. It was a recipe developed by him in true OMF style. OMF or Oh My Food Kitchen is his brand and I have tasted some of the most amazing dishes that have come out of its …

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Spicy Garlic Prawn Spaghetti

I love easy peasy recipes. Who doesn’t? I had prawns in the freezer and I wanted a quick one that would be good enough for the blog. Being a MasterChef Australia fan, I remembered one of the contestants Marion Grasby and how she loves to make quick fusion food. Chanced upon this recipe and Voila …

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Kung Pao Prawns with Hakka Noodles

When u lay hands on such massive prawns, u have to attempt something new. I still struggle with Chinese cuisine, but am getting the hang of gravies. Quite happy with the outcome. The Hakka noodles are made using Aziz’s recipe which he showcased in the Foodies Central live. 18-20 big sized prawnsOil12 minced garlic1″ ginger …

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