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Indian Cuisine Recipes

Venerable Vada

In a land with so many cultures living side by side, you would expect India’s desserts to be equally varied. Even the venerated vada or vadai – a type of fritter or donut – shows this spread of ideas. read more..

The Hundred Languages of Indian Cuisine

India is an ancient land full of rich, vibrant cultures blended together. The same could justifiably be said of its cuisine. Indian food is as diverse as the gods of that exotic land and each speaks in a different voice. read more..

Terrific Tandoori

Mention Tandoori and everyone immediately thinks of Tandoori Chicken. All well and good, but there is a little more to the story than that. A ‘tandoor’ is a round, clay oven that gives the recipe its name. They have been used in Northern India for centuries. Reaching a temperature of as much as 900F/480C they can effectively sear the outside while the inside remains tender and juicy. So, how exactly is that done? Read on… read more..

Superb Spices of India

Like the cuisine of many cultures, it is the spices in Indian food that make its dishes distinctive. Italian and Mexican food is instantly recognizable. So it is with Indian food, and the native spices are a major factor. read more..

Roti Done Right

Naan is the most well known traditional Indian bread to Westerners. But roti is a delicious alternative that can complement your Indian cuisine. read more..