Ghee or clarified butter is a cornerstone of Indian cooking and a traditional part of the diet. It’s incredibly versatile—perfect for sautéing, pan-frying, and even deep-frying—thanks to its higher smoke point than most vegetable oils. Beyond cooking, a simple dollop of ghee added to your Daal before serving elevates the dish’s rich flavor. Making ghee […]
Potatoes are a favorite in every cuisine. There are at least a hundred different Indian recipes for preparing potatoes, from simply roasted potatoes to stuffed potato curry. Jeera Aloo is a classic North Indian dish that goes well with Puris and Kachoris. It is a delicious, tangy dish, easy to prepare, without any onion or […]
I grew up enjoying Paratha almost every day, often packing them for lunch at school with a vegetable and a side of mango pickle. My mom would make them with whole wheat flour and use very little oil, a contrast to the Punjabi Parathas fried with a generous amount of oil and served with a […]
An Indian meal is not complete without a yogurt dish or plain yogurt. Yogurt is a great accompaniment to the spicy curries and serves as a palate soother. It completes the meal by providing protein and probiotics. Raita is basically yogurt or buttermilk mixed with a combination of fruits, nuts, vegetables, grains, herbs and seasonings. […]
An Indian meal is not complete without a yogurt dish or plain yogurt. Yogurt is a great accompaniment to spicy curries and serves as a palate soother. It completes the meal by providing protein and probiotics. Raita is basically yogurt or buttermilk mixed with a combination of fruits, nuts, vegetables, grains, herbs and seasonings. Most […]
An Indian meal is never quite complete without a yogurt dish or plain yogurt on the side. Yogurt is the perfect accompaniment to spicy curries, soothing the palate while adding protein and probiotics. Raita is a versatile yogurt-based dish with various ingredients, including fruits, nuts, vegetables, grains, herbs, and seasonings. Some popular Raitas include Cucumber […]
Gulab Jamun is one of the most popular Indian desserts. It is a rose flavored, reddish-brown dumpling which is fried and then dipped in syrup. Gulab means rose, which is the flavor used in making this dessert and Jamun is a purple berry that Gulab Jamuns resemble. Gulab Jamun is traditionally made with ‘khoa’ which […]
Samosas are one of the most popular Indian snacks. They are so much fun to make and even more fun to eat! The best tasting Samosas are made with rolling out a flaky pastry, stuffing it with a savory filling and frying on a low to medium heat so that the pastry becomes crispy. The […]
Garbanzo beans, also known as Chhole, have gained popularity in Indian restaurants and homes alike. Palak Chhole is a delicious way to enjoy spinach, which takes on a creamy texture without the need for much cream. This is a delicious vegan alternative to Palak Paneer. The combination of spinach and beans served with rice or […]
There are many ways to prepare bell peppers. Stuffing them works quite well since they are able to hold together during the cooking and make a great presentation at the table. My mom stuffed the whole pepper to keep the filling from spilling out during pan frying, cutting them in pieces before serving. I cut […]
