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…
Maravalli kilangu is the Tamil name for tapioca (cassava root), a common South Indian root vegetable. It is a starchy vegetable widely grown in tropical regions. It looks like a long, thick root with brown rough skin and a white or slightly yellow flesh. Maravalli kilangu has a mild, slightly…
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…
Mirchi ka salan is a traditional Hyderabadi curry known for its rich, bold and well-balanced flavours. This dish is made using large green chillies cooked in a thick, aromatic gravy. Despite using green chillies, the dish is usually not overwhelmingly hot, as less spicier chilly varieties are often used. Mirchi…
Cauliflower poriyal is a simple, flavourful South Indian stir-fry dish made with cauliflower and basic spices. It is especially popular in Tamil Nadu homes and is usually served as a side dish with rice, sambar or rasam. Cauliflower florets are lightly cooked and sauteed with onions, tomatoes, and few other…
Spicy butter garlic chicken is a rich and flavourful chicken dish made by cooking tender pieces of chicken in a buttery garlic sauce with bold spices. This dish combines the creamy taste of melted butter with the strong aroma of sauteed garlic and the heat of chillies. Spicy butter garlic…
Tartar sauce is a creamy, tangy condiment commonly served with seafood dishes. It is typically made from a base of mayonnaise mixed with chopped pickle or relish, lemon juice and herbs such as parsley or dill. Tartar sauce has a smooth and creamy texture, with small crunchy bits from the…
Paneer butter masala is a rich, creamy North Indian curry made with PANEER(Indian cottage cheese). It is popular for its smooth texture and vibrant orange-red color. It is often associated with Punjabi cuisine, and commonly served in restaurants across India. Paneer butter masala is made by simmering soft cubes of…