Ingredients: 4 cups dashi (Japanese stock) or chicken or vegetable stock1/4 cup white or yellow miso paste2-3 green onions, thinly sliced4-5 oz of tofu or any other protein of your choice1/4 cup wakame seaweed (soaked in water for 5 minutes) Instructions: In a medium pot, bring the dashi or stock…
This is a popular condiment in Indian cuisine. There are many different types of chutneys that are popular in Indian cuisine, and the recipe can vary depending on the specific chutney you’re looking to make. Ingredients: 1 cup fresh mint leaves1 cup fresh cilantro leaves1/4 cup chopped onion1-2 green chilies1…
Lassi is a popular Indian yogurt-based drink that is typically served chilled. Ingredients: 1 cup plain yogurt1/2 cup milk1/4 cup sugar1/4 tsp ground cardamom (optional)A few saffron strands (optional)Ice cubes (optional) Instructions: In a blender, combine the yogurt, milk, sugar, cardamom (if using), and saffron strands (if using). Blend until…
Kofta is a popular Indian dish made with meat or vegetables that are shaped into balls and then fried or cooked in a gravy. Ingredients for Kofta: 1 lb ground beef or lamb1/2 cup grated onion2 cloves of garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon ginger paste2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro2 tablespoons chopped fresh…
Idli is a popular South Indian dish made from fermented black lentils and rice. Ingredients: 1 cup parboiled rice1 cup black lentils (urad dal)Salt, to taste Instructions: Wash the rice and lentils separately and soak them in water for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain the water from the…
Gulab Jamun is a popular Indian sweet made from deep-fried dough balls soaked in sugar syrup. Ingredients: 1 cup khoya or mawa (reduced milk solids)1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 tsp baking powder1/4 cup milk1 cup sugar1 cup water2-3 green cardamom pods2-3 saffron strands (optional)Ghee or oil, for deep frying Instructions: In…
