Sagu is a simple, yet delicious South Indian curry made mainly with potatoes, onions and aromatic spices. It is a soft, mildly spiced curry. It is especially popular in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu cuisine and is commonly served with poori, chapathi, dosa or set dosa. Sagu is a staple breakfast…
Bombay chutney is a simple, mildly spiced South Indian side dish made primarily from gram flour (besan), tomatoes, green chillies and tampered spices. Despite the name “chutney”, it has a soft, gravy-like consistency rather than the thick texture usually associated with chutneys. Bombay chutney is also called as besan chutney…
Boondi raita is a simple, refreshing Indian side dish made by combining creamy yogurt with tiny, crispy fried gram flour balls called boondi. It’s especially popular as a cooling accompaniment to spicy meals. It pairs perfectly with biryani, pulao, paratha or any rich, spicy curry, helping balance the heat and…
Mutton brain roast-often called as “brain fry” in South Indian kitchens-is a rich, soft-textured dish made from goat brain cooked with spices until lightly crisp on the outside and creamy inside. It is especially popular in Tamil Nadu style cuisine for it’s bold flavor and unique texture. Mutton brain roast…
Paneer tawa roast is a flavorful Indian dish where soft cubes of paneer are cooked on a flat griddle (tawa) with a spicy, aromatic masala. It is known for its rich, slightly smoky taste and vibrant color. This dish has a balance of heat, tanginess and mild creaminess. Butter or…
Prawn pepper masala is a bold, spicy South Indian seafood dish known for its deep black pepper heat and aromatic flavors. It’s especially popular in the coastal regions of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The texture is usually dry, with the masala clinging to the prawns, making it perfect as a…
Potato roast is a simple yet flavorful dish made by cooking potatoes with spices until they turn crisp on the outside and soft inside. It’s especially popular in South Indian cuisine. This dish has a rich, spicy, and slightly smoky taste with a satisfying texture contrast. Potato roast is made…
Aloo chole, also known as aloo channa is a hearty and flavourful North Indian dish made with potatoes (aloo) and chickpeas (chole). The potatoes and chickpeas are cooked in a spiced, slightly tangy gravy. It is commonly enjoyed with fluffy bhature (deep-fried bread), soft roti, naan or steamed rice. Aloo…
Vendakkai thokku is a flavorful South Indian condiment made primarily from okra (ladies finger), known as vendakkai in Tamil. It’s a thick, spicy and slightly-tangy preparation that sits somewhere between a pickle and a curry. It’s a great way to enjoy okra without the sliminess. Vendakkai thokku has a thick…
Milagai killi potta sambar is a simple, homestyle South Indian sambar known for its bold, slightly spicy flavour. “Milagai killi potta” literally means “chillies that are torn and added” (instead of grinding or using powder). In this dish, dried red chillies or green chillies are hand-torn and cooked directly in…