"Bengal"

Thekua or Thekariis is a biscuit like sweet made across regions of Bihar, UP, Madhya Pradesh and West Bengal. It is also known as Khajuria in many other parts of the …

Ezhukari Kootu or Thiruvadirai kootu is prepared in Tamil Nadu during the auspicious celebration of Thirvathirai, a festival celebrated in praise of Lord Shiva for creating this universe approximately 130 …

A number of delectable cuisines of the various regions together constitute the great Indian cuisine. One such flavourful, high-energy cuisine of India is the Bhojpuri cuisine – the style of …

India is a country known for the beauty of its diversity. With people, following different tradition and culture in the different states, our country boasts in offering an abundant variety …

Odappalu is a crispy and crunchy dish made with rice flour. Typically made during festival times they are ideal for breakfast or as an evening snack. Ingredients: Rice Flour – …

Foxtail Millet (Thinai) is a nutritional grain high in calories, protein rich and low-fat. It has a good amount of essential nutritients like calcium, potassium, magnesium and iron. It is …

Drumsticks are a popular South Indian vegetable typically used in the preparation of Sambar. Scientifically known as Moringa Oleifera , they are rich in Iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C. …

Okra (also known as Bhindi or Ladies Finger) is a nutritious vegetable. It is low in calories, has a high dietary fiber content and rich in potassium, vitamin B, C, …

Gothsu is a very similar to Sambar but not frequently made like a Sambar in most homes. Ideal as a side dish for idli, dosa or pongal. Ingredients: Sundakkai – …

This is a delicious and simple South Indian kootu made with 3 different vegetables – Yellow Pumpkin, White Pumpkin and Bottle Gourd. Typically kootu is made using only one vegetable. …

Parwal is a popular East Indian vegetable especially in Bengal and Assam. This is a delicious, simple and easy to make side dish for chapatis or rotis. Ingredients: Parval (Potol …

A dish from the Mughlai cuisine where minced meatballs are made from a mixture of bengal gram, mango pulp and spices. Best served with rotis, rice, pulao or chapatis. Ingredients: …

Punjabi Malai Palak is a delicious and easy to make side dish for roti, naan or pulao. Spinach is a healthy leafy vegetable rich in nutrients especially fiber, vitamin K, …

Gotsu is a popular side dish served with Pongal. This variation is made with slightly ripened mangoes and can be served with dosas, rotis or rice items. Ingredients: Mangoes – …

A delicious and classic South Indian puli kuzhambu (sambar) made with kovakkai (ivy gourd). Perfect with hot rice or even as a side dish to idli or dosa. Ingredients: Kovakkkai …

Mor Kuzhambu is a very popular South Indian dish typically served with hot rice. This is a variation made with baby potatoes and is equally tasty as the original one. …

Samai (or Little Millet) is rich in fiber, Vitamin B, minerals, protein and iron. This upma made with Samai arisi is not only healthy but it is also delicious and …

A simple and easy to make quick lunch or dinner. Best served with appalam, potato chips or papads. Ingredients: Kovakkai (Tindora) – 5 to 6, tender ones, finely sliced or …

Vadai (or Vada) is a popular South Indian deep fried teatime/evening snack served with a choice of chutney. They are also served as part of a meal as starter snack. …

Mor Kuzhambu is a very popular South Indian dish especially in Tamil Nadu and parts of Kerala with numerous local variations.  This variation is one of the most commonly made …

Sambar is a popular South Indian dish made with various vegetables. This one using small brinjals is a popular variety and is typically served with hot rice and side dish of …