Cooking Vegetarian: 2,600+ Recipes
A Hug in a Bowl: My Go-To Spinach Dal There are some recipes that feel like a secret weapon in the kitchen, and this Hearty Chana Dal with Spinach is definitely one of mine. It’s a beautiful fusion of North and South Indian flavors, creating a uniquely aromatic and...
Transport your kitchen to the heart of the Himalayas with this soul-warming Nepali classic, Aloo Bodi Tama! This isn’t just a soup; it’s a robust, hearty curry where ‘Aloo’ (potato), ‘Bodi’ (black-eyed peas), and ‘Tama’...
On a trip to Goa, I stumbled upon the incredible Highway Gomatak restaurant. It was there that the wonderful head chef, Shashikala Potnis, and her daughter-in-law, Sanjali, generously shared their family secrets with me. This Goan Black-Eyed Pea Curry, or *Alsande...
There’s a special kind of comfort found in a simple bowl of dal, and this North Indian Black-Eyed Pea Curry, known as Lobia Masala, is comfort in its purest form. Unlike heavier dals, this one is light yet deeply flavorful, with a vibrant green masala paste that...
A Taste of Kerala’s Comfort: Vegetable Ishtu Step into any kitchen in Kerala, and you’ll likely find a cherished family recipe for Vegetable Ishtu. This fragrant, creamy white stew, whose name is a charming local take on the English word...
Imagine stepping into a 230-year-old haveli in the heart of Hyderabad, where fading frescoes whisper tales of the past. This is the world of Vinita, a celebrated dress designer and a keeper of culinary traditions. Her family, part of the Marwari community—renowned...
Some recipes are more than just food; they’re a memory. This incredible mushroom curry takes me right back to a beautiful, modern home in Bangalore, where my friend Kaveri first made it for me. Her family hails from Coorg (Kodagu), a misty, mountainous region in...
Let’s transform the humble, earthy beetroot into something truly spectacular! This North Indian sabzi (a spiced vegetable dish) is a beautiful dance of flavors – the natural sweetness of the beets is perfectly balanced with tangy tomatoes, aromatic spices, and a...
Step into a world of deep, earthy flavors with this incredible Wild Mushroom Stew in a luscious Coconut Sauce, also known as Khumbi Ki Tarkari. This dish is a celebration of textures and aromas, where a medley of wild mushrooms is gently simmered in a fragrant,...
On a memorable trip to Delhi, my friends Juji and Viru insisted I join them on a small culinary pilgrimage to the Chinmaya Mission. They promised incredible food, and I was intrigued. Knowing its connection to the Guruvayur Temple in Kerala, I anticipated a beautiful...
Some recipes are more than just food; they’re a time machine. This Creamy Indian Cauliflower Soup is exactly that for me. With each spoonful, I’m transported back to my childhood, savoring the kind of comforting, subtly spiced soups served in the grand old...
If you’ve ever traveled through South India, you’ve likely encountered the magic of Rasam—a soul-soothing, peppery broth that’s equal parts spicy, sour, and utterly addictive. Traditionally a thin, fiery liquid served with rice or sipped as a...