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South Indian Brinjal Curry

Bright, fragrant and easy to make, this South Indian brinjal curry pairs mustard seeds and curry leaf aroma with a sharp green chili-ginger paste for a comforting side dish. Serve it warm with rice or roti for a simple weeknight meal.

Crispy Bitter Gourd Kichadi

Crispy fried bitter gourd tossed in a cool, tangy curd sauce with a fragrant mustard and curry leaf tempering—an Indian side that balances heat and bitterness with creamy tang.

Soya Paneer in Coconut-Fennel Gravy

A light, comforting curry that pairs tender paneer with protein-rich soya chunks in a creamy coconut and fennel sauce. Quick to make and fragrant with warm spices, it makes a great weeknight supper with rice or rotis.

Punjabi Mixed Lentil Dal (Five-Dal Curry)

A hearty Punjabi dal made from five different lentils, simmered until meltingly soft and finished with a fragrant spiced butter. Serve it with roti or steamed rice for a comforting, protein-rich meal.

Vegetable Moong Dal Curry

A light, nourishing curry of moong dal and mixed vegetables that comes together quickly and pairs perfectly with roti or steamed rice.

Beetroot Pachadi with Crispy Okra

A vibrant South Indian pachadi that pairs sweet, earthy beetroot with crisp fried okra and a creamy coconut-curd sauce. Bright spices and a tempering of mustard and curry leaves give it an irresistible homey flavor.

Creamy Palak Paneer

Bright spinach and golden paneer simmer in a mildly spiced, creamy sauce for a comforting weeknight meal. This simple palak paneer keeps the spinach vibrant and the flavors fresh.

Olan (Vishu Special)

A gentle Kerala curry of cowpeas and winter melon simmered in coconut milk, Olan is fragrant, lightly spiced, and perfect as a cooling side for a festive meal or everyday rice.

Vishu Kani: How to Arrange a Traditional Vishukani

Arrange a simple, beautiful Vishukani the night before Vishu and welcome the new year with an auspicious first sight. This friendly guide walks you through the items to gather and the gentle ritual of viewing and sharing the vishukaineetam.

Kerala-Style Cabbage Thoran

A fragrant, dry cabbage stir-fry from Kerala with coconut, curry leaves and a bright tempering. Quick to make and perfect alongside rice and sambar for an everyday meal.