Idli
How to Make Idli: To prepare this popular South Indian recipe, wash the rice and urad dal separately until the water runs clean and add the fenugreek seeds. Soak in...
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Cuisine: Indian Recipes
When it comes to the mixture of herbs and spices, the Indians are experts in this culinary art. Whether you prefer chicken, lamb or beef dishes, these Indian recipes will be sure to delight your taste buds.
South Indian Crepes (Masala Dosa)
How to Make Dosa Batter: Soak the rice and urad dal in separate bowls for 4-6 hours. Process the rice and urad dal mixture in a food processor until it...
Puttu Kadala
How to Make the Puttu: Put the rice flour and salt in a mixing bowl. Sprinkle in the water a little at a time and mix well. The mix should...
Luchi & Alur Dom
How to Make Luchi & Alur Dom: Boil the potatoes for 10 mins so they are half done. Soak all the spices (red chili, turmeric, cumin, ginger) in water. Now heat...
Bisi Bele Bath (Karnataka-style Bisi Bele Bath)
Prepping and Cooking Dal-Rice: Wash or rinse the dal and rice separately. Then soak for 20 minutes. This step is optional. In the meantime, prep the rest of the ingredients...
Vada Pav
How to Make the Garlic Chutney: Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a pan ona medium heat. Then add the garlic cloves and fry for 1-2 minutes until they turn...
Momos
How to Make the Dough for Covering the Momos: In a bowl, nix, the maida, salt, and oil. Then add a little water to make a smooth pliable dough. Cover...
Akuri on Toast (Parsi-style Scrambled Egg)
How to Make Akuri: Break all the eggs into a mixing bowl, add the salt and a pinch of red chili powder/flakes and whisk. Heat up a pan, pour 1...
Rava Upma
How to Make Rava Upma: In a wide pan, dry-roast the rava (semolina) until a nice aroma arises and it turns light brown in color. Transfer it to a plate...
Medu Vada
How to Make Medu Vada: To begin making the traditional South Indian medu vada, first soak the dal for about 2 hours. Using a strainer, strain all the excess water...
Chole Bhatura
How to Make Bhatura: First, in a large bowl put 2 cups maida, 2 tbsp rava, 1 tsp sugar, ¼ tsp baking soda, 1 tsp sugar, ½ tsp salt, and...
Traditional Potato and Pea Samosas
How to Make the Samosa Dough: Sift the flour, ajwain seeds, baking powder, and salt into a large bowl, and make a well in the center. Rub the oil into...