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.
The people of Bihar, usually cook food in mustard oil that adds pungency. They enjoy cooking and eating, tasty and healthy food using seasonal ingredients with aromatic local spices. Garlic, ginger and green chillies play a special role.
These are the 10 best-rated curries in the world, according to TasteAtlas, a platform known for ranking traditional foods across the globe.
Yes, Punjabi cuisine is definitely much more than just Dal Makhni and Paneer Butter Masala!
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.
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.
The sweet taste of a laddoo is believed to attract prosperity and abundance.
Leafy greens are an essential part of Indian cooking, showing up in everyday meals as well as in unique regional specialities.
Asha Bhosle, the legendary playback singer, had a lifelong passion for cooking, which she considered a stress reliever and a way to connect with loved ones.
Jain food is light on the stomach and uses no potatoes, onions or garlic. Try these green banana specials. And a mango custard.
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.
Let's venture to deeper Tamil Nadu and sample two dishes that showcase the famous Chettinad cuisine -- a chicken curry and a rice pudding.
Divya Nair suggests five versatile ways to put your dosa batter to good use.
TasteAtlas, the online global food guide, has just released its list of top stews. Many Indian dishes make it to this compilation.
Everyone must sample these tiny pan-fried idlis stuffed with onions or vegetables once before they die.
Election times in India are also Laddoo Times. Politics and laddoos have always gone together and laddoos really come into their own post chunavs.
All of India gets ready for the mid-winter harvest festival, turning out laddoos, Pongal, Puran Poli and other endless delights.
Edamame + truffle oil + basmati rice = an exquisite combo.
A traditional pahadi preparation, it uses a Garhwali spice called jakhiya, also called wild mustard or dog mustard, that gives a special kick.
Chicken Ghee Roast goes well with neer dosas, steamed rice, dosas, appams, idiyappams, plain biryani or chapattis.
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
"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.
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.
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.
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana do a different kind of rice-jaggery-coconut sweet for Ganesh Puja -- steamed balls that taste just as delightful.
The simplest prasad you can offer Lord Ganesha.
Ramanunni Nair's spicy chicken recipe can be served up with rice, rotis or Malabar parottas.
Andhra recipes for palate-pleasing pappu or dal.
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.
rediffGURU Niharikka Budhwani offers advice on how to correct lifestyle disorders with the right diet and nutrition.
This special biryani from north Kerala is known far and wide for its distinctive taste that comes from the use of a distinctive rice.
Kashmiri cuisine is predominantly non-vegetarian, but also has some flavourful and unique vegetarian dishes.
A flavourful, very simple Maharashtrian meal that's easy to make.
We ask chefs and home cooks for their rainy season specials.
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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.
