Our word of the day is Samosa [suh mow suh] Samosas are pyramid shaped dumplings, filled with a combination of spiced potatoes, onion, peas, lentils, or ground meat, and deep-fried until crisp and brown. This is a popular appetizer, often […]

Our word of the day is Saag [sag] Saag is any leaf-based Indian dish, although most often spinach, as in saag paneer (cheese with spinach) and vegetable saag. What is your favorite kind of saag?

Our word of the day is Roti [row dee] Roti is a round, unleavened flatbread made from wholemeal flour, also known as chapati. Try a side of Roti in place of naan for your next meal for something a little […]

Our word of the day is Raita [ry tuh] Raita is a condiment often used to cool the palate, raita is a yogurt-based sauce, most often paired with cucumber, coriander, mint, or carrot. Try adding a side of raita the […]

Our word of the day is Papadum/Papad [pa puh duhm] Papadum are thin, crisp wafers made from lentil or chickpea flour, fried or cooked with dry heat. They are typically served at the beginning of a meal, with chutney or […]

Our word of the day is Paratha [puh rah duh] Paratha is an Indian and Pakistani unleavened flatbread consisting of layers of cooked dough held together by a brush of ghee or hot oil.

Our word of the day is Paneer [pah near] Paneer is a non-melting fresh cheese made by curdling heated milk with lemon juice until the cheese curds are separated from the whey. It is then compressed until solid and cubed […]

Our word of the day is Pakora [puh koar uh] Pakora is an Indian-style fritter of potato, onion, cauliflower, spinach, or paneer, dipped in chickpea batter, deep fried, and served as an appetizer.

Our word of the day is Naan [nahn] Naan is a pita-like flatbread, leavened and baked in a tandoori oven. It is often triangular in shape and brushed with butter, with crispy spots where bubbles form in the hot clay […]