Walk into any serious Indian kitchen and you’ll probably find at least one mortar and pestle. Maybe it’s a heavy …
Tempering in Indian Cooking: The Science, History, and Flavor Behind Tadka
You hear it before you smell it. That unmistakable crackling sound—mustard seeds popping in hot oil, curry leaves sizzling, cumin …
More Than a Plate: Why India Serves Food on Leaves
Walk into a wedding feast in Kerala, a temple in Odisha, or a street food stall in Bengal, and you …
Crispy, Hot, Monsoon Favorites: The Ultimate Rainy Day Snacks Guide from Hema Subramanian
Let’s be honest—when the rain starts pouring and those first drops hit your window, your brain immediately goes to one …
Navaratri Naivedyam Recipes: A Day-by-Day Guide from My Kitchen
Vanakkam! Navaratri has always been one of my favorite times of the year, a season that fills my heart with …
Traditional Indian Village Recipes: Flavors of Our Forgotten Kitchens
There’s something magical about food cooked in Indian villages. The smoky flavor of woodfire, the fragrance of freshly ground spices, …
High-Protein Indian Vegetarian Recipes: Delicious Meals to Fuel Your Day
If you’ve ever heard someone say, “But vegetarians don’t get enough protein,” it’s time to bust that myth. Indian vegetarian …
Indian Meal Prep Ideas: Cook Smart, Eat Better
Hema SubramanianUpdated on Leave a Comment on Indian Meal Prep Ideas: Cook Smart, Eat Better4 min readI don’t have the typical 9-to-5 office rush—my kitchen is my workspace. But I know so many of you juggle …
15 Chutneys, Pickles & Podis to Serve with Dosa and Idli
Ask anyone who grew up eating South Indian breakfasts, and they’ll tell you: dosa and idli are only as good …
9 Delicious Dosa Varieties You Can Easily Make at Home
If you think dosa is just the classic thin, crispy version served with chutney and sambar—you’re missing out. Dosa has …