Samosas are the perfect chaat, or Indian snack food. These tetrahedral pastry pockets are made with a variety of stuffings, both vegetarian and with meat.
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Samosas
Sambar
(Indian spicy lentil stew)
Sambar is a stew from southern India of with yellow lentils (toor dal) simmered with tamarind-flavored water and a special blend of spices called sambar powder.
Saag
(Indian, Pakistani spiced spinach)
Saag, or palak, dishes are spiced purees of spinach or other greens. They often contain other ingredients like potatoes, cheese, chicken or chickpeas.
Moong Dal
(Indian simmered mung beans)
This is a basic recipe for a simple, simmered dal. It will work substituting a variety of lentils and split peas for the moong dal.
Medu Vada
(South Indian deep-fried lentil fritters)
For a simple and satisfying South Indian treat, try making your own medu vada, delighful lentil dough fritters.
Matar Paneer
(Indian curried peas and cheese)
Matar paneer is a simple yet tasty vegetarian dish from the northern part of India around New Delhi and the Punjab.
Masala Chai
(Indian spiced tea)
Indian masala chai, often known simply as chai in the English-speaking world, should be spicy, milky and strong.
Malai Kofta
(Indian veggie dumplings in curry sauce)
Here is a rich, creamy vegetarian dish that you won’t believe is meat-free. Malai kofta comes from northern Indian cuisine and is a great option for special occasions.
Lassi
(Indian yogurt drink)
Lassi is a cooling yogurt beverage originally from the northern part of India. Traditionally lassi is unsweetened and has a pinch of salt and some spices mixed in.
Kerala Fish Curry
(Indian fish in a tangy coconut curry)
Kerala curry is a famous fish curry from the southern Indian state of Kerala. It is traditionally served in a shallow clay dish called a chatty, or manchatti.