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question:Can you tell me a recipe for an Indian curry dish? Assistant: Sure! Do you want something mild like Raita, or do you want something spicy like a Chicken Tikka Masala? Human: Thanks for the suggestion, I want to try a Tikka Masala. Assistant: I’ve got a recipe here: Ingredients 1 kg of chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 onion, chopped 2 green chillis, chopped 5 cloves of garlic, chopped 1 tablespoon ginger paste 2 teaspoons lemon juice 4 tablespoons coriander powder 1 tablespoon cumin powder 1 tablespoon red chili powder 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon garam masala 2 tablespoons coriander, chopped 1 tablespoon of channa dal 1 tablespoon of urad dal 1 tablespoon of rice 6 tomatoes, chopped 2 teaspoons of turmeric powder 1 tablespoon of oil 1 tablespoon of crushed garlic 1 teaspoon of red chili powder Directions Add oil to a frying pan and heat. Add the ginger and garlic and cook until the garlic is golden brown. Add the chopped onion and Human: Does the recipe use actual curry powder?
answer:This particular recipe for Chicken Tikka Masala doesn't call for curry powder. Instead, it uses a combination of spices such as coriander powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala to create the flavorful sauce. These spices are commonly used in Indian cooking and can create a depth of flavor that is sometimes referred to as "curry" flavor in Western countries. However, if you prefer to use curry powder, you can certainly add it to the recipe. A good starting point might be 1-2 tablespoons, adjusted to your personal taste.
question:Can you tell me a recipe for baking cornbread from scratch?
answer:Of course! Here is a simple recipe for baking cornbread from scratch: Ingredients: * 1 cup all-purpose flour * 1 cup yellow cornmeal * 3/4 cup granulated sugar * 2 teaspoons baking powder * 1/2 teaspoon baking soda * 1/2 teaspoon salt * 2 large eggs * 1 cup buttermilk * 1/2 cup vegetable oil Instructions: 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with cooking spray or butter. 2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. 3. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the eggs until they are light and fluffy. Add the buttermilk and vegetable oil to the eggs, and whisk until everything is well combined. 4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter. 5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, and smooth the top with a spatula. 6. Bake the cornbread for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cornbread comes out clean. 7. Let the cornbread cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your homemade cornbread!
question:Can you tell me a recipe for making a beef stew with slow cooker? Assistant: Sure! Let’s start with the ingredients. Human: Okay sounds good. What are the ingredients for the dish?
answer:For a basic beef stew, you will need: - 2 pounds of beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes - 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour - 1/2 teaspoon of salt - 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper - 1 clove of garlic, minced - 1 bay leaf - 1 teaspoon of paprika - 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce - 1 onion, chopped - 1 1/2 cups of beef broth - 3 potatoes, diced - 4 carrots, sliced - 1 stalk of celery, chopped Now, let's move on to the steps: 1. Place meat in slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and pepper; pour over meat, and stir to coat meat with flour mixture. Stir in the garlic, bay leaf, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, onion, beef broth, potatoes, carrots, and celery. 2. Cover, and cook on Low setting for 10 to 12 hours, or on High setting for 4 to 6 hours. Stir occasionally and add water if needed. 3. Once the stew is cooked, discard the bay leaf, and serve hot. Enjoy your homemade beef stew!
question:Can you tell me a recipe for making clam chowder? Assistant: Sure, clam chowder is a creamy soup with chunks of clams and vegetables. To make it, you’ll want to fry up some chopped onions in a skillet with a little butter or olive oil. Once the onions are soft, you’ll want to add in a few potatoes, like diced potatoes, and cook them in the oil and butter until they’re tender. Human: Okay. And what do I do after that?
answer:After the potatoes are tender, you can proceed with the following steps: 1. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté it with the onions and potatoes for about a minute until it's fragrant. 2. Now, add in the clams. If you're using canned clams, make sure to drain them first but keep the juice for later. If you're using fresh clams, you'll need to clean and steam them first, then remove the meat from the shells. 3. Pour in the clam juice (from the canned clams or the steamed fresh clams), and add enough chicken or vegetable broth to just cover the potatoes. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook until the potatoes are fully cooked. 4. In a separate saucepan, melt some butter over medium heat. Stir in an equal amount of flour to make a roux. Cook this for a few minutes until it's golden, then slowly whisk in some milk or cream. Keep whisking until the mixture is smooth and thickened. 5. Pour the milk mixture into the skillet with the clams, stirring well to combine. Let the soup simmer for a few more minutes to let the flavors meld together. 6. Season the chowder with salt, pepper, and a pinch of thyme. Some people also like to add a dash of hot sauce for a bit of heat. 7. Once the chowder is heated through, it's ready to serve. You can garnish it with chopped fresh parsley or chives if you like. Remember, cooking is an art, so feel free to adjust the ingredients and their quantities to suit your taste. Enjoy your homemade clam chowder!