An authentic Bengali meat dish and one of my favourites. In India it is cooked with mutton though I have swapped lamb for it; marinated in a yoghurt mix, tossed in spices and cooked until the meat is moist & […]
A hearty north Indian dish with a creamy gravy; this potato curry is perfect with some kulchas (local Indian bread) or Naans. Spiced and flavoured with chilli, garlic and fennel. The key to making this most definitely has to be the base […]
UK curry lovers can’t seem to get enough of Chicken Tikka Masala; the one thing that gets the appetite going for most Indians undoubtedly has to be ‘Butter Chicken’ or Murgh Makhani. Most Mughlai and Punjabi restaurants will serve you […]
Growing up in Indian coastal region always meant we could guarantee the produce was fresh, very much local and seasonal. Seafood has been part of the staple diet for those living in cities across Maharashtra, Bengal also regions of Southern […]
The Land of Princes as Rajasthan is known is renowned for an amazing array of Indian dishes on offer. The landscape and climate of this region has a huge influence on the availability of ingredients. Also dishes that will last […]
Tikkas are little bites of meat or vegetables soaking in marinade, cooked in a tandoor with spices. Basted with melted butter while cooking the pieces get their charred edges giving it the rustic feel & sense of traditional charcoal cooking […]
My craving for a hearty rice pudding a few weeks back led to this gorgeous dish! Rice puddings are a very common snack/ dessert in Indian communities. My mum would cook us Indian rice pudding regularly with spices and toasted […]
Biryani eating in Hyderabad and Delhi is like no other place with some of the finest plates and the most delectable flavours. Awadhi community has their own unique take on biryani too. More than anything the variety of biryanis in […]
If tadka dal is anything to go by Bengali Cholar Dal takes it a notch higher. Traditionally eaten during celebrations and one of the first times I sampled some was at a Bengali puja (prayer). Most people would agree that […]
Curry takes you on a culinary journey through the diverse and delicious world of regional Indian curries. Full of insights into the origins and the variety that make these curries truly special, Curry is a definitive guide to eating your way across India’s incredible flavours.
