by Admin | Jun 23, 2020 | Salads & Dressings
Chutneys are a type of Indian condiment or relish. They are concentrated in flavor and spicy, and so just a small spoonful on your plate is all that’s needed to add piquancy to your meal. This is my favorite chutney. It has an intense flavor both sweet and...
by Admin | Jun 23, 2020 | Bread
Once cooked, these flaky breads must be served immediately, which means that you’ll be at the stove while everyone else is seated at the table. It actually isn’t too troublesome because Puris take only a few minutes to cook, and if you are well organized...
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,...
