2 teaspoons amchur (dried mango powder; available at most Indian grocery stores) 1 teaspoon garam masala (available at most Indian grocery stores) a few leaves of mustard or other greens (for ...

Expert cook Manisha Deshpande Kotian tries her hand at making Rava Idlis and the experiment proves extremely successful. She ...

The only thing better than a good recipe? When something's so easy to make that you don't even need one. Welcome to It's That Simple, a column where we talk you through the process of making the ...

Priyanka Naik grew up eating a ton of great and creative dishes, all cooked and developed by the number one chef in her family - her Mom! One of her favorite quick and easy lunchtime dishes she made ...

The dosa is a hugely versatile food. In India, it can be a light snack or a meal in itself. It can be made light and lacy or thick and substantial. It can take a simple five minutes to prepare or a ...

Cream pie, layer cake, chutney, piña coladas, porridge, curry, and more irresistible recipes starring coconut flakes and milk. This curry is intensely flavored with garam masala and ginger, cooled by ...

It wasn’t until she began researching recipes to include in her cookbook, “Pakistan,” that Maryam Jillani came across this dish of plump white fish, with each piece steamed in a packet under a blanket ...

Samosas are those much-beloved Indian fried or baked dumplings, with a savory filling such as peas and potatoes. Made completely from scratch, they can be time-consuming, so I recommend using wonton ...

A simple white chutney made from everyday ingredients is gaining attention for its potential role in supporting heart health. Rich in natural compounds, it may help manage cholesterol levels and blood ...

Nicholas McCaffrey began his tenure as Australia's Deputy High Commissioner to India in December 2023 He shared a photo enjoying South Indian dishes vada and idli with three types of chutneys He ...

Coconut shapes India’s cuisine and livelihoods long before it entered Union Budget 2026 policy focus. These 6 regional dishes reveal how deeply coconut anchors India’s everyday food culture. Fresh, ...