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 Tadka Dal, I have started this series called Indian Cooking 101. To make it more interactive and as helpful as I can for my readers,...
Recipes: Beans/Lentils
Palak Dal in an Instant Pot: Lentils with Spinach
Palak Dal is one of those Dal recipes that is a family favourite. I love serving this with some plain Basmati rice and a quick chopped salad on the side. If you have a few extra minutes to spare, then some Jeera Aoo on the side would be amazing. Want to fancy it up more?...
Instant Pot Chole (Chickpea Curry)
This recipe for my Instant Pot Chole (Chickpeas Curry), is one that I often serve at my dinner parties. It's quick, simple enough to put together in a matter of minutes and absolutely, lip-smackingly delicious. To this day, almost 17 years since we first met, Hubby Dear still relishes my Chana Masala with as much...
Vegan Shami Kebabs - A Simple Indian Thanksgiving Menu
Thanksgiving is always one of my favourite days of the year. For me, it's the perfect excuse to fill your home with the people you love and spend the day eating good, comfort food - like these vegan Shami Kebabs! This year, Thanksgiving will look so very different from what we're actually used to. But...
Dahi Vada (Dahi Bhalla): Fried Dumplings in Yogurt Sauce
Dahi Vada or Dahi Bhalla, for those who don't know, is sort of a snacky dish of fried lentil dumplings topped with cool creamy yogurt, a dollop of tangy tamarind chutney, and a sprinkle of mixed spices. It's an absolute delight to the senses and a party in your mouth! This recipe for Dahi Vadas,...
Instant Pot Dal Makhani
Dal Makhani is definitely one of my favourite recipes to entertain with - since it is easy enough to make in bulk and is always a crowd-pleaser. The thick, warm and creamy texture of this Instant Pot Dal Makhani is everything I crave for any time of the year, and if you can believe it,...
