Marinara sauce is a simple Italian tomato-based sauce made primarily from tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and herbs such as basil and oregano. It is typically light, fresh-tasting and quick to prepare compared with long-simmered meat sauces. Marinara sauce has a smooth or slightly chunky texture with a fresh flavor of…
Milagu pongal (pepper pongal) is a traditional South Indian savory dish made from rice, split yellow moong dhal, black peppercorns, cumin seeds, ghee and curry leaves. It is especially popular in Tamil Nadu, and is often prepared as a comforting breakfast or during festivals and temple offerings. Milagu pongal has…
Gulab jamun is a classic, melt-in-mouth sweet that’s hugely popular across India and South Asia. It is known for its soft texture and rich, sugary flavor. Gulab jamoon is usually served warm or at room temperature, and is commonly enjoyed during festivals, weddings and celebrations. Gulab jamun consists of small,…
Paneer bhurji sandwich is a flavorful Indian sandwich made with PANEER BHURJI stuffed between slices of bread. The filling is prepared by crumbling paneer and sauteeing it with onions, tomatoes, green chillies and aromatic spices such as chilly powder, cumin powder, coriander powder and garam masala. Paneer bhurji sandwich is…
Coconut rice is a fragrant and mildly spiced rice dish made by mixing cooked rice with freshly ground coconut, tempered spices and curry leaves. It is popular in South Indian cuisine, especially in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala. Coconut rice has a soft texture with a subtle sweetness from the…
Chapathi is a traditional unleavened flatbread widely eaten in India and across South Asia. It is usually made from whole wheat flour (atta), water and a little salt, then rolled into thin circles and cooked on a hot flat griddle called a tawa. It is soft and thin with a…
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…
Tawa pulao is a popular Indian street food dish, especially famous in Mumbai. It’s a quick, spicy rice preparation made on a large flat griddle (called a tawa), the same one used by street vendors for dishes like pav bhaji. It is typically served hot, garnished with fresh coriander, onions…