Every Year, on November 19th, International Men’s Day is celebrated world-wide, to honour the achievements, contributions, and the resilience of men across the globe. While almost every one acknowledges how important it is to talk about mental health, gender equality, and the struggles that men face in various societies, there is another aspect of masculinity that is sometimes overlooked, the role of men in the kitchen
Sumeet Cookware not only recognizes but appreciate them as well, we ask you to not just celebrate the strength and courage of men, but also their nurturing side, the part of them that blends tradition and innovation with every meal they create.
A Changing Narrative
In many traditional cultures, cooking has been perceived as a task primarily for women, while men are relegated to roles such as occasional helpers or spectators. Now the time is changing, as gender norms have evolved and society has become more inclusive, we are witnessing a rise in men taking an active role in the kitchen. From fathers preparing meals for their children to chefs defining the new cuisines, men are proving that cooking is an art, not a gendered activity.
International Men’s Day provides an opportunity to recognize this shift. It is not just about the external success men achieve in their careers, communities, or physical well-being. It is also about the domestic realm, the moments when men step into their homes and create something meaningful, whether it is a heaty curry, a quick snack, or a perfectly cooked dosa.
As an old saying says “The way to a man’s heart is through the stomach” we have got 3 recipes that just a bite of any recipe will be more than enough to show them how much you appreciated as you will cook it with an addition of your love.
1. Dhaba-Style Chicken Curry
Ingredients
· Chicken
· Onions
· Tomatoes
· Ginger-Garlic Paste
· Spices – Chilli Powder, Turmeric, Garam Masala
· Oil
· Salt
· Coriander
Method:
· Heat oil in Sumeet Deep Kadhai, add onions and saute until golden brown
· Add ginger-garlic paste and cook until aromatic
· Add tomatoes, red chilli powder, turmeric, and salt. Cook till the oil separates.
· Add chicken and mix well. Cover and cook on medium heat until tender.
· Sprinkle some garam masala and lastly garnish with coriander
Serve it with hot with Bread of their choice like Naan, Rotis etc.
2. Paneer Butter Masala
Ingredients –
· Paneer
· Onions
· Tomatoes
· Butter
· Ginger-garlic paste
· Chili powder
· Fresh Cream
· Salt
Method:
· Heat butter and oil in Sumeet Non-Stick Pan.
· Add onions and sauté until golden. Then add ginger-garlic paste.
· Put the tomato puree, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the mixture thickens and oil separates.
· Add paneer cubes, and fresh cream. Stir gently and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Vegetable Pulao
Ingredients:
· Basmati Rice
· Carrot
· Peas
· Potato
· Onion
· Ghee
· Whole Spices (bay leaf, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom)
· Salt
· Water
Method:
· Heat ghee in your Sumeet Aluminum Tope. Add whole spices and saute for a few seconds.
· Add onions and cook till light golden.
· Stir in vegetables and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
· Add soaked rice, salt, and water. Cover and cook until the rice is fluffy and aromatic.
Celebrating Men, Celebrating Cooking
This International Men's Day, let’s take a moment to appreciate the men who cook – the ones who add flavor to our lives in more ways than one. Whether it's a father making breakfast for his family, a partner preparing dinner after a long day, or a chef revolutionizing the culinary world, men are shaping the future of cooking, and that deserves recognition.
At Sumeet Cookware, we’re proud to stand by those men. Because cooking is more than just food – it is about love, strength, creativity, and the bond we share with those around us. So, here’s to the men who cook – today, we celebrate you.
Happy International Men's Day!