Rice, mung dal, milk, ghee and aromatic spices are the backbone of this creamy savoury Pongal that will melt in your mouth and make your morning or afternoon.
Kodava food or cooking from Kodagu/Coorg in Karnataka is unique for reflecting its forest ecology, martial culture and agriculture, starkly different from the typical rice-and-coconut heavy coastal cuisines of South India.
On the eve of Saraswati Puja, devotees traditionally prepare a yellow-coloured prasad for the Goddess of Knowledge. The offering can vary from Kolkata's Bhoger Khichuri to Motichoor Ladoos -- each region having their own sacred bhog, but always something yellow, the goddess' fave rang.
Himachali cuisine is simple and hearty. It's seasonal and robust too, being deeply-rooted in mountain life and shaped by cold climate and slow-cooking traditions.
Let's venture to deeper Tamil Nadu and sample two dishes that showcase the famous Chettinad cuisine -- a chicken curry and a rice pudding.
Leafy greens are an essential part of Indian cooking, showing up in everyday meals as well as in unique regional specialities.
Divya Nair suggests five versatile ways to put your dosa batter to good use.
A traditional pahadi preparation, it uses a Garhwali spice called jakhiya, also called wild mustard or dog mustard, that gives a special kick.
The biryani, happily, was the very definition of simple. light-textured, with a subtle tomato-ey twang, it reminded me a lot of a North Indian pulao. The flavour whack came from the sweet-sour Khatta Baingan simmered in a gravy of tamarind, jaggery, fried mustard seeds, and spices, served with it.
All of India gets ready for the mid-winter harvest festival, turning out laddoos, Pongal, Puran Poli and other endless delights.
A rustic spin on your favourite Palak Paneer.
Election times in India are also Laddoo Times. Politics and laddoos have always gone together and laddoos really come into their own post chunavs.
Adrika Anand delves into the world of Bohri food to learn how to make the mutton-in-porridge Khichada and the nut-based mutton curry.
Christian communities across different states of India have unique family recipes for home-cooked meals to celebrate Christmas,
India has protected the interest of domestic farmers and MSMEs by not extending any duty concessions on products across several sectors, including agricultural items such as dairy, as well as chocolates, gold, silver, jewellery, footwear, and sports goods, under the trade pact with Oman.
Kadhis made from yoghurt have many avatars all over India. It takes on countless forms. Creamy and thick in the north with the addition of besan and malai-wallah dahi. Coconut-rich in the south or the thinner Mor Korumbu. Much sweeter in the west.
From festive breakfasts to iconic fish preparations, Parsi cuisine is a beautiful blend of sweet, sour and spicy traditions that have been passed down for generations. Explore the flavours, stories and culinary personalities behind each recipe which balances comfort, nostalgia and celebration in every bite
"If you are eliminating rice, oil, nuts or any food items which give you good nutrients, it becomes very difficult to manage the other nutrients which were supposed to come from that food item," explains Dr Rajeshwari Panda.
rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani, a nutrionist and weight loss expert with nearly three decades of experience, offers personalised recommendations to improve your overall health and wellbeing.
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Kashmiri cuisine is predominantly non-vegetarian, but also has some flavourful and unique vegetarian dishes.
Election results may be shifting the political landscape in Bihar. But the state's culinary legacy stands firm. As the new government prepares to take charge, let's look at the timeless flavours and a few recipes that define Bihar.
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana do a different kind of rice-jaggery-coconut sweet for Ganesh Puja -- steamed balls that taste just as delightful.
Step into the world of wholesome eating and try these delicious ragi recipes, where ancient grains meet modern flavours.
The sweet taste of a laddoo is believed to attract prosperity and abundance.
Edamame + truffle oil + basmati rice = an exquisite combo.
Andhra recipes for palate-pleasing pappu or dal.
We ask chefs and home cooks for their rainy season specials.
This special biryani from north Kerala is known far and wide for its distinctive taste that comes from the use of a distinctive rice.
Two special dishes to include in your Onam feast.
Enjoyed best during Raja, it's a unique dessert from Odisha.
Characterised by simple flavours and local ingredients, Manipuri cuisine is about fish, rice and green leafy vegetables.
Everyone must sample these tiny pan-fried idlis stuffed with onions or vegetables once before they die.
rediffGURU Niharikka Budhwani offers advice on how to correct lifestyle disorders with the right diet and nutrition.
The Congress party has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's handling of GST reforms, calling them inadequate and demanding an apology for the tax imposed on essential items. They argue that the reforms are merely a 'band-aid' solution and that the government should address the states' demand for extended compensation.
Chicken Ghee Roast goes well with neer dosas, steamed rice, dosas, appams, idiyappams, plain biryani or chapattis.
Dosa is often tastiest when made using a dal-rice batter and frying it crispy in plenty of ghee. That's not to say that dosas made without heavy amounts of rice and ghee can't taste rather yum too and make for nutritious light breakfasts.
If you ask any young parent what they dread the most about planning their child's birthday, there'd be only one answer: Planning and buying return gifts, notes Divya Nair.
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