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, …
Coconut milk rice is a dish that can be served as either an appetizer or main course. The name of this dish comes from the white coconut water and brown rice which are soaked in it for hours, making for a light but incredibly flavorful meal perfect to serve on its own or with some …
Karwa Chauth is one of the most cherished festivals in India, celebrated by married women who observe a day‑long fast for the well‑being and longevity of their husbands. The fast is unique — women refrain from food and water from sunrise until moonrise. While the ritual is demanding, tradition allows certain foods before and after …
One of the most versatile dishes in India, stuffed peppers are a hearty meal that can be cooked by both traditional methods and modern techniques. Beginning with bell peppers filled with potatoes, onions, meat, or vegetables like cauliflower. Chopped cilantro is added to provide flavor while salt adds additional seasoning before adding some lemon juice …
Payasam is a type of pudding made by boiling milk, sugar, and rice. It has many variations including substituting the rice with one or more ingredients such as bulgur wheat, millet, tapioca vermicelli sweet corn. Desiccated coconut cardamom raisins saffron cashews pistachios almonds are all common additions to this traditional Indian dish served for breakfast …
Paneer is the heart of Indian vegetarian cuisine, but Paneer Lachedar is a dish that truly elevates it. The word lachedar means “layered,” and this recipe is all about building flavors step by step — onions, tomatoes, yogurt, cashews, cream, and spices, each adding depth and richness.
Mirchi ka salan is a curry dish of Hyderabadi cuisine. It can be served with biryani as an accompaniment, or on its own if you want to spice up your meal! The recipe requires green chilli peppers and peanuts, which are boiled in water for 5 minutes before being fried together until the garlic turns …
This dish is so popular in India that it’s been, at times, difficult for outsiders to distinguish Indian from non-Indian restaurants. The most famous of these dishes is Pav bhaji and this recipe has spread across the world with people who have tasted its rich flavorings craving more on a regular basis. Pav Bhaji can …
Pongal or Huggi is a popular South Indian rice dish that has roots in Tamil, Telugu and Kannada. Pongali which means “bubbled up” refers to the modern day pongal whereas huggi- derived from the old kannad word for this dish meaning “bubbled up”, ballooned”-refers to an ancient form of this dish with whole grains instead …
Tomato soup is a delicious and refreshing take on the classic tomato sauce. It can be served warm or cold, and comes in many different styles such as smooth or chunky! You might even find some recipes that include chunks of veggies like carrots, bell peppers, onions; meatballs; rice noodles; other herbs & spices. Tomato …
