Another flatbread or tortilla staple like roti, parathas can be served plain or stuffed with things like potatoes (aloo), paneer or grated veggies. Some popular stuffings include cauliflower and radish.…

Okra with sautéed onions, tomatoes, and Indian spices! Side dish for: 4-5 people. Prep Time: 20 minutes. Cook Time: 30 minutes. Note: pay attention to whether recipe asks for seeds, powder, or leaves –…

The dish that everyone non-Indian knows about! Made of paneer and a creamy spinach gravy, this is hearty, healthy, and flavorful. Eat it with some makki ki roti to feel…

Paneer is Indian cottage cheese! You can make it fresh with milk and eat it by itself or sauteé it or add it in gravy. Serves: 4 people. Cook Time: 10…

Pulao is a classic one-pot meal. Great for any weather... all you need with it is some yogurt! It's super flavorful, packed with veggies, and feels like a warm hug.…

Roti (or chapati) is a staple in the Desi household and it's like a tortilla or flatbread in other cultures. Since it's relatively quick and second nature for most of…

Leafy greens are highly nutritious and adding spices can make them taste amazing! We can also add potatoes to this dish to volumize it, but it would take longer for…

Mushroom Malai is my mom’s spin on methi muttar malai, a creamy garlicy herby dish that is a wonderful indulgence. You can add other vegetables to this mix, but she…

Boondi Raita is a quick way to spice and crunch up your every day yogurt! Boondi is a deep fried Indian snack made of gram flour in the shape and…

Green Chutney is a cilantro-based savory condiment served with all kind of Indian foods, and you can even use it as sandwich spread! This chutney is most commonly served with…