A dosa is a thin pancake or crepe created in India and made from a fermented batter. A dash of salt, rice, black gram is put together to create this savory dish that’s been around for centuries. It looks similar to the French delicacy but its main ingredients differ: it contains lentils instead of cheese …
Dosas are a staple dish in South Indian cuisine, originating from the ancient city of Ujjain. The food has been around for centuries and is still popular today with locals as well as travelers looking to experience some authentic culture on their trip abroad. Dosas can be made sweet or savory; both have an appearance …
The traditional breakfast from the Indian subcontinent is incomplete without a mouth-watering paratha. Traditionally, it can be made with ghee but just about any type of cooking oil will do. Some people even bake them in ovens for health reasons and there are plenty of side dishes to go along – curd, fried egg, omelet, …
A noodle sandwich is a fusion recipe and it’s super fun to make. This kid’s favorite dish, which they love carrying around in their school lunch box, has been flying off the shelves among friends alike because of how simple yet exciting this meal looks! It takes an ordinary grilled cheese sandwich up to about …
Kuzhi Paniyaram is a South Indian dish made by steaming batter using a mould. It can be sweet or spicy depending on the ingredients used and how it’s cooked, so Paddu tastes different in each region of India (Kannada: ಪಡ್ಡು). Sometimes called “guliyappa” if served with jaggery syrup and sometimes referred to as “paniyaram,” these …
Hyderabadi mutton dum biryani is a dish that has been around for centuries in Hyderabad. It was originally cooked by the Nizams of Hyderabad and it’s distinctly different from other variations because people believe originated with them. Nowadays, this popular recipe consists of basmati rice mixed together with mutton and yogurt along with many spices …
Onions are one of the basic items available in Indian houses. One of my favorite dishes is fried onions because they have such a unique flavor you won’t find anywhere else! It’s easy enough to make at home too: just slice up your desired amount of peeled fresh yellow or white onion (I prefer brown), …
In parts of the world, tapioca root is used to make edible starch for foods. Used in starchy dishes and desserts in many cultures such as India, Indonesia, and Africa; it’s even a staple food item among some Native American tribes! Typically white or brown with round pearls that are small enough to fit on …
A cookie is a type of food that’s been around for centuries. They come in all shapes and sizes, but they always contain flour mix with sugar or some type of other sweeteners like honey to flavor them up! Some popular additions might be raisins or chocolate chips depending on your preferences.
The most popular version of upma is made with whole or refined ground semolina out of durum wheat. Sometimes a wide range of vegetables may be added to the dish, and it can also be garnished with beans (raw or sprouted) cashew nuts and peanuts for variety. The Indian name ‘upma’ means “cooked in water” …
