A simple mango and chickpea curry that takes minutes to make! We’re simmering juicy ripe mangoes and hearty little chickpeas in spiced creamy coconut milk! This Kerala inspired recipe is sweet, savory, and a little spicy. It’s my twist on mambazha pulissery. Traditionally, this south Indian dish is made with ground coconut and yogurt, but… Read More
Chickpea Sundal
A savory Tamilian snack made with chickpeas, grated coconut, mustard seeds, and curry leaves. I’m about to tell you a love story. I first met chickpea sundal at a cute little wine bar (called Indian Paradox) in San Francisco. I was there. It was there. I called for the sundal to come over to my… Read More
Instant Pot Black-Eyed Pea Chaat (Indian Bean Salad)
I have just the thing for you to take to your next potluck or bbq! Black-eyed pea chaat, also known as lobia chaat, is a tangy, sweet and spicy bean salad. If you’re unfamiliar with chaat, it’s an Indian snack that’s normally made with fried food (like aloo tikki or samosa). I’m sharing a healthier… Read More
Stuffed Aloo Tikki (Instant Pot)
I’m sharing a recipe for stuffed aloo tikki today! Crispy golden potato fritters filled with tangy spiced chana dal. I’m sharing the simplest and fastest way to make stuffed aloo tikki. You can cook potatoes and lentils together in an instant pot – in minutes! WHAT IS ALOO TIKKI? Aloo tikki is a really popular… Read More
Aloo Curry – Indian Potato Soup (Instant Pot and Stovetop)
There are many different types of potato curry, but I really think the recipe and method that I’m sharing with you today is the simplest. This aloo curry is made with very few ingredients: potatoes, water, spices. And yet somehow, it’s surprisingly flavorful and comforting. It’s actually kind of amazing how just a few spices… Read More
Instant Pot Everyday Dal
This recipe for everyday dal calls for a very short list of ingredients and takes very little effort to make. So what’s in this everyday dal? Just split lentils and water. A little salt and turmeric too. That’s it. I realize this “everyday dal” might sound bland… BUT, the key to making this dal flavorful… Read More
Instant Pot Khaman Dhokla
If you’ve never had khaman before, imagine a soft, spongy and savory chickpea flour cake steeped in a sweet and spicy infused oil and then topped with crispy fried green chilies and spices. Sounds fancy, I know. But it’s so very simple to make, especially using the instant pot method I’m sharing with you today.… Read More
