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Thin Karhi Sauce with Sprouted Mung Beans SABAT MOONG KARHI

Ingredients 3 tbsp. (1.5 oz / 42g) chickpea flour, sifted before measuring 1.5 cups (12 fl oz / 355ml) water or panir whey 2 cups (16 oz / 454g) plain yogurt, whisked until smooth 1 tsp. (0.2 oz / 5g) salt 1 tsp. (0.1 oz / 4g) sugar 0.5 tsp. (0.05 oz / 1.5g) turmeric...

A smiling woman holding a rustic ceramic bowl filled with steaming, creamy Pakora Karhi (North Indian yogurt curry with chickpea dumplings), garnished with dried red chilies and curry leaves in a warm kitchen setting.

Creamy Karhi Sauce with Chickpea Flour Dumplings PAKORA KARHI

Ingredients 0.66 cups (2.1 oz / 60g) sifted chickpea flour (sift before measuring) 0.25 tsp (0.05 oz / 1.5g) salt 0.125 tsp (0.02 oz / 0.5g) cayenne pepper or paprika 0.125 tsp (0.02 oz / 0.5g) yellow asafetida powder (hing) 0.5 tsp (0.08 oz / 2g) dried pomegranate...

Close-up of a woman in an apron proudly holding a ceramic bowl filled with an inviting South Indian Simla Mirch Karhi. The dish showcases vibrant red, yellow, and green sautéed bell peppers simmering in a rich, golden, creamy yogurt and chickpea flour sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro, whole spices, and a dollop of butter in a rustic kitchen setting.

Sautéed Bell Peppers in Karhi Sauce SIMLA MIRCH KARHI

Essential Ingredients Karhi Sauce Base: 3 tbsp. (1.5 oz / 45g) split urad or moong dal, without skins (soaked in water for 2 hours) 0.25 cups (0.9 oz / 25g) sifted chickpea flour (measure after sifting) 0.5 tsp. (0.1 oz / 2g) turmeric powder 1 tsp. (0.2 oz / 5g) salt...

Smiling woman in a kitchen holding a steaming bowl of vegetable soup topped with greens.

Pleasingly Bitter Vegetable Stew SHUKTA

Ingredients Fresh Ginger Root: 0.5 oz (14 g), scraped and coarsely chopped Black Mustard Seeds: 2 tsp (0.2 oz / 6 g) Vegetable Stock or Water: 2.5 cups (20 fl oz / 600 ml) Cumin Seeds: 2 tsp (0.1 oz / 4 g) Fennel Seeds: 0.5 tsp (0.05 oz / 1.5 g) Ghee or Vegetable Oil:...

A smiling Indian woman holding a bowl of authentic Baigan Aloo Charchari (char-flavored spiced eggplant and potatoes) in a rustic kitchen.

Char-Flavored Spiced Eggplant and Potatoes BAIGAN ALOO CHARCHARI

Ingredients Fat: 6 tbsp (90 ml) ghee, OR a mix of 2 tbsp (30 ml) peanut oil and 4 tbsp (60 ml) melted butter. Whole Spices: 1 tsp (5 ml) black mustard seeds. Aromatics: 1 tbsp (15 ml) shredded fresh ginger; 2–3 hot green chilies (cored and slivered). The "Hing": 0.25...

A smiling woman presenting a bowl of authentic Spiced Creamed Spinach MALAI SAK, with other dishes like flatbread and rice visible on a wooden table.

Spiced Creamed Spinach MALAI SAK

Ingredients for Spiced Creamed Spinach MALAI SAK To ensure absolute precision in your cooking, I have included both volume and weight measurements for this Spiced Creamed Spinach MALAI SAK. Cayenne pepper: 0.125 tsp. (0.02 oz / 0.5g) Ground coriander: 0.5 tbsp. (0.1...

A woman in a rustic kitchen holding a bowl of authentic Baigan Sak, featuring vibrant sautéed spinach and crispy fried eggplant cubes garnished with fresh green and red chilies.

Curried Greens and Eggplant BAIGAN SAK

Ingredients for Authentic Baigan Sak 4 tbsp (60 ml) peanut oil plus 2 tbsp (30 ml) mustard oil (or 6 tbsp/90 ml vegetable oil) 8–10 oz (230–285 g) small eggplant, cut into 0.75-inch (2 cm) cubes 0.5 tsp (2 ml) garam masala 0.5 tsp (2 ml) turmeric 1–2 whole green...

Woman holding a rustic clay bowl of Aloo Dum, featuring golden deep-fried baby potatoes in a creamy seasoned yogurt broth garnished with fresh coriander.

Authentic Aloo Dum Recipe (Restaurant-Style Potato Curry)

Welcome back to my kitchen! Today, we're mastering a dish that's pure elegance and comfort: my signature Aloo Dum. This isn't just any potato curry; it's a celebration of the 'Dum' slow-cooking technique, which seals in flavor to create something truly magical....

Woman holding a plate featuring golden-brown Baked Tortilla Wraps filled with savory tempeh strips, green peppers, and creamy peanut butter sauce.

Crispy Baked Tortilla Wraps with Peanut Tempeh

If you are looking for a lunch that hits the sweet spot between nutritious and comforting, you have to try these Baked Tortilla Wraps. They have quickly become my go-to solution for busy afternoons when I crave something savory but don't want to spend hours in the...