Journey through the world’s most iconic spicy food recipes, from fiery Szechuan stir-fries to authentic Mexican moles. We provide cultural context and traditional spice pairings, ensuring your international dishes remain authentic while hitting your preferred heat targets on the Scoville scale.
There are few dishes in the global culinary canon that evoke a sense of home quite like Creamy Tomato Basil Soup. It is the comfort food that transcends generations. It is the remedy for a rainy Tuesday, the cure for the common cold, and the undisputed champion of lunch when paired with a buttery, crispy …
There are few appetizers as universally beloved as the chicken wing. They are the undisputed kings of game days, potlucks, and Friday night comfort food feasts. But among the vast pantheon of wing flavors—from scorching Buffalo to smoky BBQ—one stands out for its perfect balance of sweet, savory, and aromatic punch: Honey Garlic Chicken Wings. …
If you think tofu is bland, boring, or has a weird texture, prepare to have your mind changed forever. This Sticky Sesame Tofu Stir-Fry is a game-changer. We’re talking about golden, crispy cubes of tofu that are crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside, all coated in a glossy, sweet, savory, and irresistibly …
This post may contain affiliate links. There are few dishes as comforting as a bowl of homemade Punjabi Kadhi Pakora. It’s the kind of dish that wraps you up in warmth and nostalgia. At its core, kadhi is a spiced yogurt-based curry thickened with gram flour (besan) and paired with crispy pakoras that soak up …
This post may contain affiliate links. Soothing to look at and refreshing to eat, this vibrant spinach raita includes spinach two ways (pureed & chopped) and comes together in about 20 minutes. You need a fresh spinach bunch, plain yogurt, few basic aromatics and a handful of spices to make this green beauty! It pairs …
This post may contain affiliate links. Meethi Doodh Seviyan, literally translating to sweet vermicelli milk pudding is an indian dessert made with super thin, roasted wheat noodles (seviyan), whole milk, ghee and sweetened with sugar(or in my case, condensed milk) and fragrant with green cardamom and rose water. Rich, creamy, customizable and delicately flavored, this …
This post may contain affiliate links. This cottage cheese chilli toast is a little twist on simple indian street-style snack. Crispy edges, spicy topping, ooey, gooey melty cheese, it’s quick to make, hearty and has a unmistakable kick from fresh green chilies. 15-Minute Cottage Cheese Chilli Toast 115 Chilli toast isn’t too common in Delhi, …
This post may contain affiliate links. Golden, crispy, and irresistibly tasty, sabudana vada (or sabudana tikki, as we call them too) is a much-loved Indian tea time snack made from sago pearls, potatoes, and roasted peanuts. In this recipe, I share both the traditional deep-fried method with that classic crunch and an easy air-fried version that’s lighter …
This post may contain affiliate links. This quick chicken jalfrezi gets ready in about 30-35 minutes and is perfect for when you’re craving a hot and spicy Indian dish that tastes like takeout. No marination, no grinding spices, this recipe comes together in just one pan, is packed with flavor, and works well with either …
This post may contain affiliate links. Your search for the perfectly crispy & flaky punjabi samosa recipe ends here! Make these golden, street-style aloo samosas stuffed with an onion & garlic free spiced potato filling that packs just the right punch! I’ve shared plenty of tips, my learnings from rigorous recipe testing, and detailed step-by-step …
This post may contain affiliate links. This rich, restaurant-style lamb korma features tender lamb simmered with cashew paste, yogurt and aromatic spices. It is creamy, mildly spiced, and an indulgent dish. The recipe is simple & straightforward to follow.Just marinate the lamb, then slow-cook it to perfection. Serve with naan or cumin rice. Restaurant-Style Lamb …
This post may contain affiliate links. Curd rice is a south indian comfort dish made with soft cooked white rice, curd (yogurt) and a tempering of spices and curry leaves. In this millets curd rice recipe, I swap out white rice with sama chawal (white barnyard millet) to make it a delicious dish suitable for …
This post may contain affiliate links. If you’re on the edge as far as spinach goes, this palak patta chaat may convert you! Crispy, gram flour battered spinach leaves are topped with spiced yogurt, a medley of tangy and sweet chutneys and chaat spices making it absolutely drool worthy! It’s crunchy, tangy,and gently spiced, so …
This post may contain affiliate links. Moist, delicately grainy and soft texture make this rose kalakand a hit at the festive table! With a lovely pink hue and balmy aroma of rose & fresh pounded green cardamom in every bite, this easy recipe comes together using 4 main ingredients and about 20-30 minutes active cooking …
This post may contain affiliate links. Inspired by the popular Indian appetizer hara bhara kebabs, these bite sized hara bhara pinwheels make for a fun and flavorful indian fusion snack. Buttery puff pastry sheets are filled with a spiced green vegetable mixture of spinach, peas, green chickpeas, paneer and potatoes. The puff pastry is rolled …
This post may contain affiliate links. These no-bake pistachio cheesecake cups are rich, nutty, and irresistibly creamy. Each cup begins with a layer of crushed chocolate cookies, and is topped with a smooth blend of white chocolate and pistachio cream cheese infused with green cardamom and a hint of rose. The texture is silky and …
