Dal is a Hindi word that refers to an Indian dish made with dry lentils, or legumes. It is sometimes spelt as Dhal or Daal. In India, Dal is a staple and consumed almost daily by most households in India. Dal is not consumed on its own in India, rather it’s eaten with rice or…
Most people love the humble potato. Despite it being a vegetable that is starchy and filled with carbohydrates, prepared the right way, this vegetable is very nutritious. It is high in fiber, low in sodium, cholesterol free, has a good amount of vitamin C, B6 and high in many other nutrients, including a small amount…
If you have never eaten a savoury crepe then you are missing out big time. The most delicious of all crepes is the south Indian Dosa. Dosa is a fermented savoury pancake/crepe made of rice and lentils in the south of Indian. There are many different variations and kinds of dosas. The batter can be…
Lassi is traditional Indian drink made with yogurt or buttermilk. It can be made sweet or savoury. In the summer months in India this is a sort after drink. Savoury lassi is generally made with buttermilk, salt and spices. Sweet lassi, is made with fruit, yogurt and sweeteners such as jaggery and honey. Most restaurants…
Paneer or Indian cottage cheese is one of the most common types of cheese used in India to make many different kinds of dishes. Cows milk or buffalos milk is first heated, a food containing acid such as lemon juice is then poured into the hot milk to separate the curd from the whey. The…