Rasam is my Amma's go-to solution for all ailments, be they a cold, cough, fever or a headache.
Paneer can be had Indian-style with Chinese sauces and turn out delicious.
Kerala buttermilk is a soothing summer drink.
Cook up a batch of this healthy, low-calorie soup and serve it with crusty bread or chicken sandwiches.
This paneer in a thick, silky, yoghurt-based gravy is food blogger Sangita Agrawal's favourite dish.
You can enjoy Nadiya Sarguroh's take on Mutton Biryani with Raita or salad to balance all the masala and spice.
Like a kulcha or a baida roti, this Turkish street food is made from maida and may have a variety of stuffings.
Low in calories, this is a speedy midweek meal for two.
Enjoy this weekend meal that's good for two.
Make this dish really special by serving it with sweet or fiery mango pickle and rice or pulav.
Sangita Agrawal's paneer bhurji is a quick-fix dinner with hot rotis.
All-purpose recipe -- great for tiffins or for starters. Crispy and fun.
A spectacular pasta dish ideal for a Friday night in.
Twice-fried plantains make a great base for any kind of topping, especially something with avocado in it.
The Turkish version of smoky Baba Ghanoush can be lavishly spread on pita or had in sandwiches with grilled vegetables and halloumi.
Delicious street food onto your dinner table.
Cauliflower and blue cheese is a match made in culinary heaven.
A simple recipe made without onion and garlic.
Everyone must sample these tiny pan-fried idlis stuffed with onions or vegetables once before they die.
Two unique Indian snacks that can be munched with drinks.
In Bengali 'jhal' means spicy and 'muri' means puffed rice.
A steaming bowl of soup that's bursting with flavours.
It's a perfect curry when served hot, topped with a dollop of butter, with rotis.
Crunchy papaya salad tastes much more awesome than you could imagine.
This deep-fried potato recipe will sort out your monsoon cravings.
Bottle gourd is far more tasty than you realise especially when had in steamed dumplings along with Dahi Kadhi.
The weekend offers the perfect opportunity to spoil yourself with a plate of hot samosas.
Get ready to rustle up a banquet for your sibling on Raksha Bandhan.
Enjoy this healthy dal with steamed rice, jeera rice, naans or tandoori rotis.
Something to keep your insides warm in winter.
These Kerala-style accompaniments will add a pop of colour and an authentic touch to your Onam spread.
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Sarson Ka Saag is packed with super leafy veggies and is an ideal winter food. When served with Makke Ki Roti, it is sure to be a winner.
An Irish soup designed for the Indian palate.
Spiralised zucchini, if lightly cooked so it remains crisp, when combined with pasta is a great match.
This versatile lentil salad can be a whole meal by itself or an accompaniment to a light evening repast.
A healthy meal for either breakfast or lunch or sometime in between.
Coconut cream and pasta -- an interesting must-try combo.
Dr Dinesh Jain shares some valuable tips.
