Pulaos are usually referred to rice dishes that are cooked in a flavorful broth with the addition of meat, vegetables or nuts and whole spices. A simple version of it, like this Matar Pulao recipe, is best served with a rich curry or a heavy lentil dish. When hosting a dinner party, I usually make...
Diwali Recipes
Paneer Pulao
This Paneer Pulao recipe is what I often rely on when I need a quick, nutritious and tasty meal that the whole family will enjoy. Serve it with some Raita or a Salad on the side. It's the week after March break - which just means that energy levels of us parents coming back from...
Aloo Palak: Sauteed Spinach with Potatoes
This quick and easy recipe for Aloo Palak, which simply translates to potatoes and spinach, is the perfect accompaniment to any meal. I often rely on recipes like these for days when I'm flying by the seat of my pants! My day started with me jumping out of bed realizing that I would be late...
Indian Cooking 101: Chutneys (Cilantro Chutney)
In my quest to dismiss the myth that Indian cooking is not for the faint-hearted and to help spread my knowledge on some simple and traditional Indian food recipes, like this Green Chutney or Cilantro Chutney, I have started this series called Indian Cooking 101. To make it more interactive and as helpful as I can...
Indian Cooking 101: Know your Spice (Jeera Aloo)
In my quest to dismiss the myth that Indian cooking is not for the faint-hearted and to help spread my knowledge on some simple and traditional Indian food recipes, like this Jeera Aloo, I have started this series called Indian Cooking 101. To make it more interactive and as helpful as I can for my...
Crispy Minty Potato Samosas
You can make this Minty Potato Samosas recipe in big batches on a weekend when you have the time and freeze them. Then, as and when required, fry the samosas up and serve hot with some Green Chutney or ketchup on the side! They taste great at room temperature as well, so you can definitely...