Red garlic chutney is popularly known as Lasun (garlic in Hindi) chutney or Teekhi Lal (spicy red in Hindi) chutney. It is a condiment that brings out the flavors of the accompanying spice mixtures of Indian chaat recipes. You may not see this recipe in many Indian households that do […]
Chutneys, Dips & Sauces
Spicy Green Chutney
Indian street food and chutneys cannot be separated from each other. Whether we are having a simple Mumbai sandwich or a plate of chaat, this herb-infused green chili paste popularly known as spicy green chutney (hari-mirch chutney in Hindi) is an essential spread we can’t do without. As the title […]
Sweet Tamarind Chutney
Street foods in India often have hot, tangy, and sweet flavors which we commonly refer to as chatpata flavor. This unique taste comes from the various chutneys such as spicy green chutney, red chili-garlic chutney, and sweet tamarind chutney used both as a dressing as well as a drizzle on […]
Chipotle Dressing
Chipotle dressing is a simple finger-licking Mexican recipe with generic ingredients from your pantry and chipotle chilies. These chilies are nothing but smoke dried jalapeño chilis from Mexico. I prefer using chipotle peppers in adobo sauce available in the canned goods section of grocery aisles. Adobo sauce gives the recipe […]
Cilantro Yogurt Dip
Cilantro Yogurt dip is a refreshing herb infused yogurt dip that pairs beautifully with fried or baked appetizers. The unique flavor of cilantro bursts into your mouth with every bite and the yogurt is especially soothing when you’re (over) indulging in spicy hors d’oeuvres. Let’s get to blending… WHAT YOU […]
Beet Purée
Beet purée is a silky smooth sauce made with beets, butter and a hint of onion and garlic. If you enjoy plating food, this purple color sauce should be on your list for your next food art and a finger-licking experience. This butter beaten, exquisitely flavorful beet sauce will compliment […]
Coconut Cilantro Chutney
Coconut cilantro chutney / Thengai kothamalli chutney (Tamil) is a staple side dish for various breakfast and snack-time menus. In a South Indian household, it is an easy go-to recipe since all ingredients are usually available in our pantries at all times. Making this with a little cilantro is our […]