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Untold Recipes by Nosheen

My Story

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.

A white kitchen with Nosheen Babar telling her story in a blue shirt assembling corn masala chaat in a blue dish.

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!

A white kitchen counter with 2 small silver trays filled with pistachios and rose petals and a small bowl filled with yellow halwa.

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

What is the meaning behind your blog name?

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.

As a newcomer to Pakistani Cuisine, what recipe would you suggest I try first?

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.

I want a deep dive into Pakistani Cuisine; what recipe do you recommend?

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.

Are there any recipes on the blog for people with dietary restrictions?

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

Freshly cooked besan ki roti is plated and served with yogurt, onions and limes.

Missi Roti (Besan Ki Roti)

Best Mutton Biryani

Best Mutton Biryani

Nihari topped with ginger, chopped green chilies and cilantro microgreens.

Nihari (Pakistani Beef Shank Stew)

Freshly cooked karahi gosht in a black skillet resting on a greay napkin with naan next to it.

Kahari Gosht (With Beef)

Brown parchment with cooked chicken tikka boti on skewers with green chutney, onions and micro greens.

Easy Chicken Tikka Boti Recipe

A white platter with kulfi (pakistani ice cream) topped with pistachios and rose petals, with a glass jug filled with rose milk and rice noodles.

Quick Kulfi Recipe (Pakistani Ice Cream)

Easy Milk Barfi recipe

Easy Milk Barfi Recipe

A bowl full of mulligatawny soup garnished with rice and shredded chicken rests on a white napkin.

Mulligatawny Chicken Soup (Pakistani)

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    Here, you'll find authentic Pakistani recipes inspired by my childhood—a curated space to explore nostalgic recipes for all aspiring home cooks. It's all here, from slow-cooked Mughal wonders to regional delicacies and street food favorites. I aim to make all the recipes approachable for beginner, intermediate, and advanced cooks alike.

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    Spring Recipes

    • Pakistani style zucchini curry with naan.
      Pakistani Zucchini (Courgette) Curry
    • Chicken malai tikka skewers accompanied with red onions and lemon wedges are resting in a platter lined with brown paper.
      Chicken Malai Tikka
    • An air fryer asparagus recipe is plated in a blue plate that is resting on a greay napkin with gold cutlery.
      Air Fryer Asparagus Recipe
    • Thai chicken salad with mango is being served in a neutral colored bowl.
      Thai Chicken Salad With Mango
    • Raw mango chutney is plated in a bowl resting on a silver tray on top of a dark gray napkin.
      Raw Mango Chutney Recipe (No-Cook)
    • Sweet and spicy watermelon snack in abowl.
      Watermelon Chaat Recipe

    Popular Recipes

    • Nihari topped with ginger, chopped green chilies and cilantro microgreens.
      Nihari (Pakistani Beef Shank Stew)
    • Mutton birayni is plated in a dark metal tray and served with raita and kachumber.
      Mutton Biryani Recipe
    • roast leg of goat {raan}
      Roast Leg Of Goat (Raan)
    • Cooked bihari kabab are plated and garnished with green chilies, sliced white onions and lemon slices.
      Bihari Kabab
    • Beef karahi gosht recipe.
      Beef Karahi Gosht Recipe
    • Brown parchment with cooked chicken tikka boti on skewers with green chutney, onions and micro greens.
      Easy Chicken Tikka Boti Recipe

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