Potatoes are a very staple ingredient in Indian cuisine. Many of our curries have potatoes in them, for both vegetarian and non-veg items. But have you ever had a sandwich or appetizer where the star of the dish is the potato? This is where Aloo Tikki Patties come in. Aloo means “potato.” Aloo Tikki Patties … Continue reading Aloo Tikki Patties (Crispy Spiced Potato Patties)
There are so many different snack and appetizer dishes in Indian cuisine that utilize fresh vegetables and legumes. Vada or fried dumplings are a type of snack food that is very common in our cuisine. They are delicious when eaten with different chutneys like Tamarind, Garlic, or Mint. You will find a different version of … Continue reading Cannellini Bean Vada (Spiced Bean Dumplings)
Pakora are Indian versions of a fried fritter. They are usually made with vegetables and dipped in a batter seasoned with different Indian spices. The best part is that you can pretty much use any type of vegetable when making pakoras and they will taste good! One of my favorite pakoras are with Spinach and … Continue reading Spinach & Onion Pakora
Snacks are a big part of Indian cuisine. Growing up in a very traditional Indian home, tea and snacks was a big deal when it came to guests coming to our home. My mom would prep days in advance for our guest to arrive and not only cook a really big dinner for them, but … Continue reading Spaghetti Sev (Spicy Fried Gram Noodles)
Sometimes all I want for lunch is a tasty sandwich, bag of chips and a cold drink. There is just something so satisfying about this simple meal; no fuss, no mess, a perfect traveling companion! In India, there are so many different street vendors serving up various types of amazing, portable street foods. You want … Continue reading Bombay Frankie Sandwich
