The sweet taste of a laddoo is believed to attract prosperity and abundance.
Election times in India are also Laddoo Times. Politics and laddoos have always gone together and laddoos really come into their own post chunavs.
A rustic spin on your favourite Palak Paneer.
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
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.
Edamame + truffle oil + basmati rice = an exquisite combo.
"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.
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.
Christian communities across different states of India have unique family recipes for home-cooked meals to celebrate Christmas,
Everyone must sample these tiny pan-fried idlis stuffed with onions or vegetables once before they die.
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.
Kashmiri cuisine is predominantly non-vegetarian, but also has some flavourful and unique vegetarian dishes.
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana do a different kind of rice-jaggery-coconut sweet for Ganesh Puja -- steamed balls that taste just as delightful.
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Chicken Ghee Roast goes well with neer dosas, steamed rice, dosas, appams, idiyappams, plain biryani or chapattis.
Andhra recipes for palate-pleasing pappu or dal.
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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.
This special biryani from north Kerala is known far and wide for its distinctive taste that comes from the use of a distinctive rice.
We ask chefs and home cooks for their rainy season specials.
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The simplest prasad you can offer Lord Ganesha.
Two special dishes to include in your Onam feast.
Step into the world of wholesome eating and try these delicious ragi recipes, where ancient grains meet modern flavours.
Ramanunni Nair's spicy chicken recipe can be served up with rice, rotis or Malabar parottas.
Enjoyed best during Raja, it's a unique dessert from Odisha.
A flavourful, very simple Maharashtrian meal that's easy to make.
'I always say you really cannot own a recipe.' 'In India, where, we have been cooking for thousands of years, how can you put a finger and say, 'This is mine'?'
Characterised by simple flavours and local ingredients, Manipuri cuisine is about fish, rice and green leafy vegetables.
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.
Chef Abinas Nayak uses rice and walnut in his recipe for Rice Coconut Laddoos to give this Indian sweet a special new taste.
Cook your meat simply and don't overdo the spices. A little extra ghee works miracles.
Tomato? Yup, tomato is the mainstay of this gorgeous halwa.
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.
Bajra or pearl millet is a wonderfully nutritious substitute to rice, and can be made into a tasty vegetable pulau.
This traditional pulao is a key part of any Bengali comfort meal.
