Chakli
Made from a dough of rice flour, urad dal, and spices, including sesame seeds and cumin, these spiral-shaped treats are deep-fried until crispy. With their crunchy texture and savory flavor, Chaklis are perfect for snacking …
Made from a dough of rice flour, urad dal, and spices, including sesame seeds and cumin, these spiral-shaped treats are deep-fried until crispy. With their crunchy texture and savory flavor, Chaklis are perfect for snacking …
Tomato Gojju is a South Indian dish featuring tomatoes and onions simmered in a seasoning mix of whole spices resulting in a blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. Use a tomato variety that has …
Pongal is a classic South Indian dish that brings together lentils and rice in a creamy, comforting dish that is as quick to make as it is delicious to eat. Traditionally, it’s slow-cooked to develop …
Cracked wheat is twice cooked and sweetened with a jaggery syrup. This traditional side dish is a hearty bowl of comfort accompanied by hot, tangy, spicy Kadhi in Rajasthan.
Akki roti is unique to Karnataka. It is a crunchy, hand shaped roti made with rice flour, onions, herbs, and spicy green chillies. It is easy to make once you understand the technique to making …
This is a lentil rich crepe made with four types lentils and rice. Adai also includes spices like red chillies and methi seeds and has bold flavors that don’t need a lot of complicated side …
This is a pancake style dosae made with rice and lentils. The batter does not require fermentation but it resembles a fluffy pancake with the addition of poha, or avalakki. It gets its name from …
This is a recipe for a typical Dosae, a fermented rice and lentil crepe from south India. This recipe includes instructions to make the batter and the dosae themselves. This is a dish that generates …
Idli is a fluffy steamed cake made with fermented lentils and rice. It is a vehicle for side dishes such as coconut chutney, sambar, and potato neer palya. Although it is popular in the southern …
This pulao is loaded with vegetables and a favorite comfort food in our kitchen. It is made with green beans, peas, carrots, and potatoes. Serve a side of raita, alongside a hearty main dish like …