Mushroom chukka is a spicy South Indian dry-style mushroom dish, especially popular in Tamil Nadu cuisine. Mushrooms are sauteed with onions, curry leaves, ginger, garlic and a blend of aromatic spices until the mixture becomes thick, flavorful and lightly roasted. Traditionally, chukka is made with mutton (goat meat) or chicken.…
Madurai muttai mass is a famous, spicy street-style egg dish from Tamil Nadu. It consists of boiled eggs that are roughly chopped or mashed on a hot iron tawa and tossed in arich, aromatic gravy made of shallots, tomatoes, ginger garlic paste and traditional South Indian spices. Madurai muttai mass…
Paneer bhurji is a popular North Indian dish made by scrambling fresh paneer (Indian cottage cheese) with onions, tomatoes, green chillies and aromatic spices. It is similar in texture to scrambled eggs but completely vegetarian. Paneer bhurji has a soft, moist texture and a mildly spicy savory flavor. Paneer bhurji…
Chettinad chicken curry is a bold and aromatic South Indian dish known for its deep layers of spice and rich flavor. Originating from the Chettinad region in Tamil Nadu, this curry is famous for its freshly roasted spice blend, which typically includes black pepper, fennel seeds, cumin, coriander, dry red…
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…