Roti, in general, refers to an Indian flatbread cooked on an iron griddle (tava). Makki di roti (lit. “roti made from corn”) refers to a special roti where cornmeal is used instead of the usual wheat flour. It is a…
Bhatoora is a light and airy Indian fried bread, and it is generally eaten with a chickpea curry or cholle. Ingredients 5 cups (650 g / 1.4 lb) wheat flour 1 tsp salt ½ tsp active dry yeast OR 1…
Tandoori masala is a mixture of spices specifically for use with a tandoor, or clay oven, in traditional Pakistani and Indian Punjabi cooking. The specific spices vary somewhat from one region to another, but typically include fenugreek, cinnamon, cumin, coriander,…
Chicken tikka is a chicken dish originating in the Punjab region of the Indian Subcontinent made by baking chicken which has been marinated in spices and yoghurt. It should not be confused with Chicken Tikka Masala (of which it is…
Lassi are yogurt-based beverages in either sweet or salted flavors. The most common flavors include mango, rose water, and plain sugar-sweetened lassi. Ingredients 4 cups (1 L) yogurt 3 cups (750 ml) cold water Fresh green chile peppers (quantity according…
Aloo gobi (or gobhi) is a South Asian dish popular in both India and Pakistan. Aloo means potato and Gobi means cauliflower. This dish has a prominent role in the movie Bend It Like Beckham, and it can be prepared…