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Kanda Bhaji | Onion Bhaji

Kanda bhaji are crisp and crunchy fried fritters made mainly with onions and gram flour. A popular street food snack from maharashtra.

August 19, 2026
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Kachumber Salad Recipe (Zesty Indian Salad)

Kachumber Salad is made with chopped tomatoes, cucumbers and onions mixed with simple seasonings. It is fresh, crisp and quick to prepare. You can add lemon juice, chaat masala or herbs for extra flavor. Serve it as a side with everyday Indian meals.

August 19, 2026
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Jeera Rasam (Pepper Cumin Rasam)

Called Jeera Rasam (or Jeera Milagu Rasam in Tamil) and Pepper Cumin Rasam in English; this is a spicy, tangy and robust appetizer made from tamarind, black pepper and cumin. It can be enjoyed as a drink or served with a side of steamed rice.

August 19, 2026
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Jeera Aloo (Potatoes with Cumin)

Jeera Aloo is a classic North Indian side dish made with boiled potato cubes sautéed in oil or ghee with cumin seeds, spices, herbs and a touch of lemon juice. This gluten-free and vegan recipe gets ready in under 30 minutes and pairs well with roti, chapati, paratha or poori.

August 19, 2026
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How To Make Curd or Dahi (Indian Yogurt)

Curd, also known as dahi in Hindi, is a fermented milk product made by adding a small amount of yogurt starter to warm milk and allowing it to ferment. It has been prepared traditionally in Indian homes for thousands of years.

August 19, 2026
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How to Make Butter (White Butter)

This homemade butter recipe shows how to make butter using cream. The cream is churned until white butter separates, then rinsed and pressed to remove buttermilk. The method uses simple ingredients and no additives. You can also use this process to make cultured butter.

August 19, 2026
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Homemade White Sauce Recipe (Béchamel Sauce)

White Sauce also known as Béchamel Sauce is a popular base for many recipes in French and European cuisines. It is basically prepared with a roux of butter and flour to which milk and other flavorings are added later.

August 19, 2026
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Homemade Refried Beans

Refried Beans is a well-known dish made in Mexican and Latin American countries. It is made with beans like pinto beans, black beans or kidney beans. Refried beans is either served as a part of the main course or added a stuffing in a tortilla or taco. Refried beans can also be served as a dip with

August 19, 2026
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Guacamole Recipe (Simple & Homemade)

This Guacamole recipe is made with ripe avocados, onions, tomatoes, green chilies and lemon juice. The ingredients are mashed together to make a creamy, fresh dip. It takes only 5 minutes to prepare and uses simple pantry ingredients. Serve with tacos, nachos, tortillas or make avocado toast.

August 19, 2026
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Gongura Pachadi Recipe (Andhra Style)

Gongura Pachadi is a spicy, tangy and flavorful chutney from Andhra cuisine, prepared using sorrel leaves (gongura/ambadi), red chillies, curry leaves, fenugreek seeds, mustard seeds, oil and a few ground spices. The leaves are sautéed and blended with roasted spices to create a bold, sour, earthy a

August 19, 2026
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Gobi Matar | Gobhi Matar ki Sabji

Gobi Matar (also called Gobhi Matar ki Sabji) is a homestyle North Indian sabzi made with cauliflower and green peas cooked in a lightly spiced onion-tomato masala with ginger, garlic and aromatic spices. It is flavorful, comforting and pairs well with roti, paratha or a simple dal-rice meal.

August 19, 2026