Welcome to Untold Recipes by Nosheen!
I'm Nosheen, a Pakistani food blogger, recipe developer, and food photographer sharing authentic Pakistani recipes from my kitchen on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Here, you'll find authentic Pakistani recipes inspired by my childhood. It's all here! Slow-cooked Mughal wonders like Roast Leg of Goat(Raan), regional delicacies like Sarson ka Saag (Mustard Greens), and street food favorites like mutton or lamb karahi gosht. My goal is to make all the recipes approachable for cooks of all levels.
A Little Bit About Me
My passion for cooking began at age 10, mastering everything from the perfect paratha, to making the best basmati rice, and even baking my first cake. Growing up in Pakistan immersed me in a rich culinary tradition where food is an essential part of the culture. Luckily, I learned the art of Pakistani cooking through generations of family wisdom!
It wasn't until my move to the United States that I truly understood the importance of this culinary wisdom. Landing in Tucson, Arizona when I was just 26 years old, as a newlywed. I found myself yearning for the familiar tastes of home, so I began recreating and documenting the dishes of my childhood, one recipe at a time.
From recreating my favorite Pakistani recipes...
Life eventually brought us to the charming coastal town of Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Here, over 100 miles from the nearest Pakistani restaurant, what started as a way to satisfy personal cravings evolved into something more meaningful – a desire to preserve and share my culinary heritage.
To sharing them with you...
In 2020, I decided to create this space to document authentic Pakistani recipes for all aspiring home cooks. I strive to make all the recipes approachable for cooks of every level.
Even if you are new to Pakistani and South Asian cuisine, you can easily make these recipes at home and learn a little bit about my culture on the way!
What you'll find on Untold Recipes by Nosheen
- Ancient recipes that are a vital part of Pakistani Cuisine - Detailed step-by-step instructions, process shots, tips, recipe variations, and substitutions are provided to help make these recipes accessible for everyone.
- Authentic family recipes perfect for a weeknight Pakistani meal – Quick and easy recipes with fresh seasonal ingredients come together effortlessly for delicious and healthy weeknight meals.
- Recipes that replicate the taste of food from Pakistan’s many famous street foods, bakeries, and restaurants - Reminiscent recipes tested to perfection that will take you on a culinary journey through Pakistan. For some, this will be a trip back in time to their birthplace; for others, it will connect to a parents' or spouse's past; and for foodies and culinary enthusiasts, it will be a food tour from the comfort of their homes.
More about Nosheen
Just like untold stories can take us on adventures and transport us to different places, untold recipes transport us to distant lands and cultures. Untold Recipes by Nosheen is a narration of all the chapters of my life, as told through my recipes.
A great recipe for beginners to try is the Easy Chicken Tikka Boti Recipe. Somewhat similar to tandoori chicken, minus the yogurt, the recipe uses simple ingredients, is easy to cook, and makes for a delicious weeknight dinner.
A favorite recipe that I always suggest people should try is Mutton Yakhni Pulao (Rice Pilaf). This recipe will introduce you to essential South Asian cooking techniques and the use of whole spices as aromatics.
In addition to a wide array of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free recipes on the blog, substitutions and variations are provided where possible to allow for dietary restrictions.
My Top Recipes
Featured In
- Eat Shop Waste Not Podcast - Learning to Use More Spices
- In My Kitchen with Paula Podcast - A Journey To Pakistan
- Allrecipes - How Allrecipes Allstar Nosheen Babar Celebrates Her Pakistani Heritage
- Allrecipes - Ultimate Allstar Showdown: Runner-up
- Apple News - Family Traditions Meet Modern Techniques
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