Breaks and Bites

  Hey friends, I'm Yasmeen - housewife, mother and explorer! This platform serves as a diary for some of the exciting activities I come across. Specially things that'll be interesting, useful and fun to share with my friends! Whether you need some...

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Looking for a quick and flavour-packed dinner? This easy Chicken Jalfrezi recipe comes together in minutes using simple ingredients you probably already have at home. It’s the perfect weeknight curry - fresh, vibrant, and delicious.

Restaurant-Style Chicken Jalfrezi at Home (Quick & Delicious)

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Easy Beef Tikka Doner Kebab Recipe (Viral Turkish-Style Kebab)

I’m usually not someone who jumps on every trending or viral recipe, but this one looked too fun and delicious to ignore so I finally gave it a try last week. Of course, I had to add my own Pakistani spin to it, so I created a beef tikka version of the viral Doner Kebab recipe that everyone seems obsessed with right now. And honestly? It was totally worth it. The best part is how effortless it…

Easy Beef Tikka Doner Kebab Recipe (Viral Turkish-Style Kebab)

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Hearty Chicken Manchurian - Authentic and Easy Desi Chinese

Even though Chicken Manchurian is considered a “Chinese dish” in Pakistan, I’ve always had my doubts about its true authenticity. Let’s be real, this is proudly Desi Chinese, and we love it just the way it is. You can take a Pakistani out of Pakistan, but you can’t take away their love for bold flavours, comfort food, and nostalgic favourites. There are moments when we deeply miss the flavours we…

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Make juicy, flavour-packed Dum Kabab at home with this easy chicken or beef recipe. Perfect for kabab karahi too! Simple ingredients, step-by-step method, rich masala.

Easy Dum Kabab - Chicken/Beef Kabab Karahi

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Make Borani Banjan, a traditional Afghan eggplant and yogurt dish that’s healthy, hearty, and always a hit at gatherings.

Borani Banjan – The Authentic Afghan Eggplant Dish Everyone Falls in Love With

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A wholesome khichdi recipe packed with warmth, flavor, and simplicity. The timeless rice and lentil dish you’ll love any day.

Khichdi - A Simple & Quick Comfort Food

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Craving something comforting but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen? This one pot yakhni pulao is your go-to! Made with simple ingredients, aromatic spices, and packed with flavor – it’s the perfect weekday meal that tastes like a weekend treat. 🙌 Whether you're a beginner or just short on time, this recipe is foolproof and oh-so-satisfying! Serve it with raita, salad, or just as is — it's a full meal in one pot! 👩‍🍳 Try it out and let me know how it turns out in the comments! Tag someone who needs to try this ASAP! #YakhniPulao #OnePotMeals #DesiFoodLove #QuickRecipes #ComfortInEveryBite

One Pot Yakhni Pulao - An easy pilaf recipe

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Crispy Crinkle Cake

GET: Pan Bowl Whisk Spoons Butter knife SET: Butter (salted) 225gms Phyllo sheets 1 box Oil spray (optional) For Custard Mixture: Eggs 2 large Sugar 200gms (1 cup) Vanilla extract 1.5 tsp Cinnamon powder 1 tsp Milk 150 ml (1 cup) For Sugar syrup: Sugar 200gms (1 cup) Water 200ml (1.25cups) Cardamoms 2-3 (optional) Rose water 1 tbsp (optional) For Garnishing: Crushed nuts of…

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Flavorful French Toasts with tips

GET: A pan Bowl for mixing Teaspoon Beater Toaster (optional) SET: Bread 3-4 (preferably brioche) Egg 1 Sugar 3 tsp Cinnamon powder 1/4th tsp Milk 200ml Vanilla essence 1/2 tsp Butter for frying Choice of berries (optional) Whipped cream (optional) Golden/Maple syrup GO: 1. In a mixing bowl, crack an egg, add sugar, cinnamon powder and mix 2. Introduce milk to the bowl and…

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Bazaar Wali Dahi Phulkiyan

GET: Big Bowls Spoons Wok for frying Potato Masher Strainer Hand Mixer (optional) SET: For Phulki Batter: Gram flour (besan) 2 cups Baking soda 1/4 tsp Cumin seeds 1/2 tsp Salt 1/2 tsp or to taste Water (warm) as required For Yoghurt Mixture Yoghurt 1 kg (thick Greek) Sugar 2/3rd cup or as required Cumin seeds (roasted and crushed) 1/2 tsp Chat Masala powder 1/2 tsp Cream/milk…

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Bakery Style Chicken Patties (one pot mixture recipe)

Easy peasy one pot recipe for Bakery Style Chicken Patties. Hack to make multiple patties at once inside (in the video)

GET: Pan Spoons/ Tongs (for cooking/mixing) (more…)

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Parmesan Crumbed (Air) Fried Fish

Parmesan Crumbed (Air) Fried Fish

We aren’t an avid fish eaters so whenever fish finds its way to our home along with the groceries, I try to make sure that it’s good enough to consume. Last week, I asked HI to bring some fish from the super market so that I can fix a quick dinner, he asked me which fish to bring and I told him “Any”. Like literally, I had nothing in my mind. Anyways, he brought Hoki and I was glad. I decided to…

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Authentic Karachi-Street Style Bun Kababs

Authentic Karachi-Street Style Bun Kababs

The last time I had Bun Kabab from ‘thela‘ (mobile cart) was 2 years ago, we were on a brief trip to Karachi, I was 7 months pregnant with Jucy Yusi and despite of clear instructions from midwife to eat only healthy food, I went ahead with consuming it coz how can you not have bun kabab when you are in Karachi? (I had to face the consequence after wards in the form of diarrhea but that’s another…

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7 WAYS YOU CAN HELP THE CAUSE OF *it who should not be named* Now that the matter has gone towards ceasefire but it’s evident that it’s just a tactic to throw dust in world’s eyes and is not helping at all. Remember, our goal is to get the victimized free from the oppression and illegal occupation. Keep doing your bit, every single step counts and earns you rewards. Don't feel guilty that you aren't able to do much, Allah ta'ala has chosen the place you are at and you can only do certain things that are possible within your capacity. Some of those are shared in this post (swipe to see what are they) And most importantly, In the process of educating and keeping yourself updated, don't get carried away too much. I fell a victim to the same and all I felt was sad, low, down, anxious, depressed, helpless and hopeless. Remember, this all is happening according to Allah ta'ala's divine plan. One can't even blink an eye if Allah ta'ala doesn't wills. This situation is a trial for us all in so many different ways. Allah ta'ala puts everyone to test. Some are tested with blessings and some are tested with hardships. All we need to do is choose the right side and do whatever we can within our limits and leave the rest to Him, for he is the al-baseer, as-samee and al-aleem. May Allah help the oppressed and may we get to see free Blessed land soon inshaa Allah. Some useful accounts that are doing their best to bring out the correct information @subhi.taha has some very precise videos related to the issue @bdsnationalcommittee to stay updated with their latest BDS (Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions) campaigns @shehzeen.r has shared a fundraiser and has initiated a BDS campaign with @bdsinaustralia to #boycottHP. Do sign it, it takes a total of 30 seconds to do that. @maryamishtiaq sharing amazing information about #dropTheBrands and also the brands that are benefiting the oppressed. @storyofstyle doing her best to share the same @meera_adnan is on ground there and doing a fundraiser @eye.on.palestine for authentic news (at Wellington, New Zealand) https://www.instagram.com/p/CPKt_yQhm2_/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Now that the matter has come to the point of ceasefire but remember this is not the final destination. Our goal is to see #freePalestine, to take steps to end the illegal occupation , to put a full stop to settlers’ colonialism. To end apartheid!! The woman speaking in first video is a Jew and she is taking a stand for Palestinians because she can feel their pain But still if you think that Why should We stand for Palestine issue? Here are some reasons: 1. Humanity is at stake - Innocent lives including children who have just come in this cruel world are being bombed just to satisfy the hunger of man to occupy more land. If you are not moved by the situation than what will implore you to raise your voice? 2. Al Quds is a sacred place for the Muslims all around the world. It's the first Qibla and the third holiest site as mentioned in the Holy Quran and Hadith.  (Please check photos 2,3 and 4 in the carousel) 3. Allah ta'ala directed Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) to Al Aqsa where he led the group of Prophets in congregation before he was raised to sky on the night of Isra and Mairaj. 4. The land has seen many prophets in various times including Hazrat Ibrahim (Abraham), Hazrat Lut, Hazrat Yaqub (Jacob), Hazrat Yusuf (Joseph) to name a few.   5. Our fellow Muslims are suffering as a result of settlers colonialism, they are unable to breath freely in their own homeland. (Please check photo 5 in the carousel for Hadith) We should feel the pain they must be going through, they are protecting our blessed and sacred site with everything they possess. They need us to help them out.  They deserve it, not only changing our DPs on social media in the colors of Palestinian flag but help that can actually make a difference, no matter how small. I’ll be sharing how we can do that in next post inshaa Allah @thespiceofadulting has done a detailed post on the difference of Al aqsa mosque and the dome of rock that are located inside bait al maqdis. Check it out to clear the confusion. #mashionpk #hellopakistan #tribunedit #yasikhan #breaksandbites #freefalasteen #savepalestine #savesheikhjarrah #sheikhjarrah #endapartheid #alaqsamosque (at Beehive (New Zealand)) https://www.instagram.com/p/CPIY7hhBZj0/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Helping the Cause of Palestine - WHY, HOW, WHAT?

Helping the Cause of Palestine – WHY, HOW, WHAT?

We chose to be part of the protest that was held in favor of Palestine at the Beehive last wednesday. As I stood there listening to the speeches I felt blessed, privileged enough for the choice I had. The option that I can to come out of my home, hold a placard and support the cause is rare in this world. (more…)

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Yesterday, we chose to be part of the protest that was held in favor of Palestine at the Beehive. As I stood there listening to the speeches I felt blessed, privileged enough for the choice I had. The option that I can to come out of my home, hold a placard and support the cause. The liberty that I can roam freely, practice my belief with freedom while living in a non-Muslim state felt precious. The fact that I have equal rights as anyone else inhabiting this land felt valuable. There are people in the world who can't even think about doing the same even while they are living in their own homeland, they aren't safe in their own homes, they live in this constant fear of death looming over their heads all the time, they are losing their loved ones with every passing day. One cannot imagine how they must be feeling, its incomprehensible. This feeling of preciousness, liberation, power to choose, privilege comes with a responsibility. The responsibility to choose right, to support the victimized, to lend a hand to people in need, to raise voice for the oppressed. We will be asked questions about all the blessings we are enjoying in this life on the day of judgement, what would we say then? Pick your option wisely, choose the right side, use your voice judiciously, start using your influence intelligently. Don't just keep sitting as if nothing is happening. Take a stand and do something in your capacity, within your bounds. Your stance matters. Your voice is impactful. Don't underestimate it, don’t waste it. Use your privilege for the greater cause. #savepalestine #savesheikhjarrah #freepalestine #freefalasteen #peacefulprotest #muslimummah (at Beehive (New Zealand)) https://www.instagram.com/p/CPFmLDmheq2/?utm_medium=tumblr