Recreate Global Recipes in Your Kitchen With a Mixer Grinder 

There’s something oddly satisfying about trying out international recipes in your own kitchen, even if you’re not exactly sure how close you’re getting to the original. Whether it’s that creamy green pesto from Italy, the slightly tangy hummus that goes so well with pita bread, or those rich Thai curry pastes full of spice and colour, it’s safe to say that a lot of global flavours have kind of blended into Indian homes over the years. And while some of these dishes can look complicated when you first see the recipe, the truth is that many of them are actually quite doable, especially if you have one simple appliance most of us already own: Usha’s mixer grinder.

1. Mediterranean Flavours: Hummus, Baba Ganoush, And Falafel Mix In Mixer Grinder

Simply soak and boil the chickpeas until soft, toss them into your mixer grinder along with garlic, lemon juice, salt, sesame seeds (lightly roasted), and oil. Blend until smooth. You may need to stop and scrape the sides a few times, or add a little water to get the consistency right.

The same logic applies to Baba Ganoush, a smoky eggplant dip that starts with roasted brinjal. Once peeled, the soft pulp can be blended with garlic, lemon juice, sesame seeds, and a touch of oil to create a creamy, textured spread that works well with pita or toast.

For Falafel, a dry-ish mixture of soaked but uncooked chickpeas blended with herbs, garlic, cumin, and salt is used. You don’t need to grind it too finely, it should have a coarse texture. Your mixer grinder can handle this easily in short pulses.

2. Italian Sauces and Spreads Made In Mixer Grinder: Pesto, Tomato Base, And Cheese Blends

Italian cooking is often about making the most of simple, high-quality ingredients. The base of many Italian dishes, whether pasta, lasagna, or even sandwiches, is a good sauce.

The classic pesto sauce can be made using fresh basil leaves, garlic, oil, and some form of hard cheese. If pine nuts are not available (they tend to be expensive in India), you can use cashews, walnuts, or even almonds for a similar texture and mild flavour. Blend all the ingredients in your mixer grinder with a little oil until it turns into a smooth green paste.

Another staple is the basic tomato sauce, which you can prepare by sautéing onions and garlic, adding chopped tomatoes (fresh or canned), and blending it all together once cooled. You can also blend raw tomatoes with garlic and herbs and then cook the sauce down.

Creamy cheese blends used in spreads or pasta sauces can also be whipped up using processed cheese, a bit of milk, and herbs. You may not always get the exact flavour of imported cheese, but you will definitely arrive at something delicious and familiar.

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3. Thai Curry Pastes And Peanut Sauce Made Easy In Mixer Grinder

Thai food might seem complicated, but its foundations are very similar to Indian cooking, bold spices, fresh herbs, and rich pastes. Most Thai curries begin with a spice paste that is ground with ingredients like galangal (you can use ginger as a substitute), lemongrass (dried or fresh), garlic, green or red chilies, and shallots. You can adjust the ingredients to match what is locally available, and your mixer grinder is ideal for turning these into a smooth, aromatic base.

Thai peanut sauce, often used with satay or as a dipping sauce, is even simpler. All it needs is roasted peanuts, a bit of garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, and a small amount of jaggery or sugar. Add a splash of water or coconut milk while blending to get a creamy texture. This sauce can be made in minutes and stored in the fridge for a few days.

4. Mexican Salsas, Guacamole, And Bean Dips In Your Mixer Grinder

Mexican food has much in common with Indian cuisine in terms of spice, flavour, and colour. Salsa is one of the easiest things you can make in a mixer grinder. Blend together tomatoes, onions, garlic, green chilies, coriander, and a dash of lemon juice. It can be as smooth or as chunky as you like.

For a milder dip, try guacamole, simply mash or blend ripe avocado with chopped onions, garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Do note that avocados need to be just the right level of ripeness for a good guacamole.

Refried beans or bean dips can also be made easily by grinding cooked kidney beans or black beans with garlic, cumin, and oil. These spreads can be used for tacos, burritos, or even sandwiches.

5. Mixer Grinder Special Smoothies, Shakes, And Nut Butters

While not strictly “international meals,” many global diets include drinks and condiments that Indian households have recently started embracing, smoothies, health shakes, nut butters, and cold soups.

With a good quality mixer grinder, you can make smoothies using bananas, spinach, peanut butter, oats, or berries. Many of these ingredients are now easily available, especially in metro cities, and you can create different blends to suit your taste.

Making nut butter at home, like peanut butter or almond butter, is easier than you’d think. Roast the nuts lightly, cool them, and blend them patiently. It might take some time, and you’ll need to stop and stir the mixture a few times, but eventually, the oils will release, and you’ll be left with a creamy, spreadable butter.

Conclusion

Trying out international recipes in your Indian kitchen is not as difficult as it may seem. With a bit of patience, an open mind, and your mixer grinder, you can recreate a wide variety of global flavours right at home. Cooking is often about experimentation and comfort, so do not worry about following every recipe to the letter. Feel free to adapt, substitute, and improvise based on what you have.

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