by Admin | Jun 22, 2020 | Entrées
Raitas are the salad component of an Indian meal. Their cool, refreshing character serves to contrast with the spiciness of many dishes. SERVES 4 TO 6 1 large navel orange 1ВЅ cups plain yogurt ВЅ teaspoon ground cumin Вј teaspoon salt Wash the orange and dry very...
by Admin | Jun 22, 2020 | Entrées
Lassi is the popular milkshake drink of India, made with buttermilk or yogurt and thinned with ice. It is served either sweetened, salted, or plain. Here is an interesting sweetened version that is made with orange juice and is served with crushed ice, Indian style....
by Admin | Jun 22, 2020 | Whole Grains, Rice, and Pasta
The contrast of sweet fruit and spicy rice is very appealing in this dish. I sometimes make a simple meal of this with plain yogurt alongside it, or accompany it with a saucy curry, such as Braised Curried Eggplant. SERVES 4 3 tablespoons oil 1 medium to large banana,...
by Admin | Jun 22, 2020 | Side Dishes
This classic vegetable dish does wonders with cauliflower. Pair it with another dish such as Cashew Nut Curry, or serve it alongside rice and some plain yogurt for a simple meal. SERVES 4 1 large head cauliflower 6 tablespoons Ghee or butter 1ВЅ teaspoons turmeric 1ВЅ...
by Admin | Jun 21, 2020 | Salads & Dressings
The cashews in this quick Sri Lanka-style curry become very tender, and the sauce is delicate enough not to overpower their subtle flavor. Raw cashews are the ones to use for this dish. SERVES 4 2 tablespoons oil 1 medium onion, diced ВЅ fresh redВ chileВ pepperimage,...
