Naan is one of the most favorite Indian breads that goes well with Indian curries. You will find it on the menu of most Indian restaurants across the world. While it is generally made in a tandoor (traditional clay oven), this recipe shows you how to make it easily in your own kitchen oven. Naan … Read more
Loaded with an array of vegetables, flavored with cilantro and spiced with a few everyday Indian spices, this is something that you should definitely try for your weekday meal. It is lightly spiced and nutritious, is ready in no time and needs only a few basic pantry ingredients. Cilantro adds a great flavor and color … Read more
Using saffron in any recipe gives a gorgeous yellowish-orange tinge that makes the recipes even more appealing. This rice pulao recipe has saffron as one of its main ingredients. Cooked in ghee, it is spiced with cinnamon and cloves, which give it an exceptional flavor. The crispy fried onions add some crunch and sweetness to … Read more
A medley of vegetables cooked in a spicy masala, then mixed with long-grain rice, refreshing cilantro and mint, saffron-infused milk and topped with caramelized onions, this biryani is definitely worth all the effort. Vegetables and rice are first cooked separately and then dum-cooked together, to get beautifully flavored rice that will surely cast its magic … Read more
Biryani originated during the Mughal era in India and has been ever so popular since then. In fact, every region in India developed a distinct way of preparing it. One of the most popular biryani destinations is Hyderabad (the land of the Nizam monarchy), which is famous for its dum style of cooking in a … Read more
A spicy curry bursting with the flavors from coconut milk is my weakness. No matter which cuisine it belongs to, the mere look of the curry makes me a happy person. But I lean a little more toward this recipe that is admired at home: fish pieces dunked into a spicy and creamy tomato and … Read more
Eggs are a rich source of protein, easy to cook and, most important, taste delicious. So, if you are someone who is fond of eggs, then this dish will be a treat for your taste buds. Boiled eggs dropped into an appetizing tomato and onion masala flavored with aromatic spices, this is a must-try for … Read more
A stew prepared with yogurt, aromatic whole spices and spice powders, this lamb dish offers authentic Indian flavors. It is a much milder curry as compared to others. Korma is a name that originated in the Mughal era; in local usage, it means “to combine everything together smoothly.” Korma has been used in a number … Read more
A hearty curry prepared with a blend of wholesome spices is all you need for an exceptional meal. And what can be better than this chicken kofta curry for such meals, where beautifully flavored minced chicken meatballs are dipped into a rich tomato- and onion-based curry. Whenever we had guests at home for a party, … Read more
Khichdi has always been a comfort food in Indian homes. Traditionally, it is a combination of lentils and rice that is lightly flavored with ghee, cumin seeds, turmeric and salt. Now, how about trying a masala version of this khichdi? This one is tastier and healthier! Just the addition of some vegetables and a few … Read more
