Balushahi, also known as Badusha in South India, is a traditional Indian sweet made with a leavened dough that is deep fried and soaked in sugar syrup. The sweet has a lightly crisp outer layer with a soft, slightly flaky center. It is flavored with cardamom and saffron, which give it its characteristic aroma and...
Dahi ke Sholay is a popular North Indian street snack made with spiced hung curd (greek yogurt) stuffed in bread and fried until crisp. You might also see it spelled Dahi ke Sholey, especially in Delhi stalls. The filling is creamy, tangy, lightly spiced and pairs so well with the crunchy bread exterior. You can shape...
Paneer Angara is a restaurant-style curry made with soft paneer cubes cooked in a creamy onion-tomato-cashew gravy. The flavors are mild and balanced with a touch of warmth from fragrant spices. The curry is finished with a charcoal smoke infusion that gives it a unique depth and restaurant-like flavor. Cashews make the gravy smooth, while...
Everyday Indian cooking often relies on one simple trick which is the right masala blend. This homemade Sabji Masala gives that signature North Indian aroma and warmth to everyday vegetable dishes. It is a balanced spice mix that works beautifully in both dry and gravy-based sabzis. The flavors are gentle yet deep, making it ideal...
Glistening diyas, sparkling fairy lights, sweets and snacks that glitter the eyes and soul, and joy all around – this is the Diwali festival in India. Popular under the sobriquet ‘festival of lights,’ Diwali in 2025, falls on October 20. Since the festivities also mean the most delicious Diwali Sweets, both sweet and savory, I...
Paneer Butter Masala is one of the most loved paneer curries, both in restaurants and Indian homes. I’ve been making this recipe for years, refining it until it became a family favorite. This restaurant-style curry is creamy, lightly spiced, and always a hit. With my step-by-step photos and video, you’ll see how easy it is...
Besan Ladoo (also referred to as Besan ke Laddu) is a traditional as well as a popular North Indian sweet made by slow-roasting gram flour (besan) in ghee until golden and aromatic, then mixing it with powdered sugar, cardamom, and chopped nuts before shaping it into round, melt-in-the-mouth balls. Rich, nutty and fragrant, these laddus...
Makki Ki Roti is a rustic, traditional Punjabi flatbread made from cornmeal/maize flour (makki ka atta), kneaded into a soft dough and patted or rolled into rounds. Cooked on a hot tawa or tandoor, it develops a golden, slightly crispy exterior with a tender, earthy bite. Traditionally paired with Sarson ka Saag and a dollop...
Panjiri is a traditional Punjabi sweet dish made with roasted whole wheat flour (atta), ghee, and a mix of nuts, lightly sweetened with sugar. Commonly prepared during winter and postnatal care, Panjiri is known for its energy-boosting properties and wholesome ingredients, making it a comforting and nourishing treat enjoyed with a spoonful of warmth in...
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When in North India, one of the uber essential chaat snacks that you cannot miss trying is the Papdi Chaat. It is a popular North Indian street food snack filled with a variety of mouth-watering textures and flavors. Papri Chaat, as a whole, is literally a party for your palate as it includes chickpeas, potatoes,...
The much-loved snack, Bread Pakora, are savory, deep fried bread fritters from the North Indian cuisine, especially Punjabi cuisine. Also spelled as Bread Pakoda, these are made with a spiced batter of gram flour or besan, spices and salt. These are either stuffed with a mashed potato stuffing or made without any stuffing. Here, I...
Milk Dalia, also known as Sweet Dalia, is a comforting and nutritious Indian Wheat Porridge made with broken wheat or cracked wheat (dalia), milk and sugar. This wholesome dish is lightly flavored with cardamom and often enriched with nuts and dried fruits, making it a delicious and energizing breakfast or dessert. Cooked until creamy, this...
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