Exotic Vegetable Khichadi

East meets West with Teriyaki Fried Rice – an aromatic dish that brings a delightful twist to traditional fried rice by infusing it with the sweet and savoury notes of teriyaki sauce. The grains of rice dance around colourful veggies on the sizzling wok while getting a gentle coating of rich, glossy teriyaki sauce. A blend of soy, a hint of ginger, and a touch of sweetness in the sauce create a marriage of irresistibly delicious flavours. Born from a fusion of Japanese and Chinese culinary styles, this is a testament to the versatility and creativity in modern cooking.

The ultimate ‘ghar-ka-khana’, Dal Khichdi, is the king of comfort foods. It's like a warm hug from your grandmother, a simple yet nourishing meal that has the power to soothe your soul and please your palate. The wholesome combination of lentils and rice in a porridge-like consistency with a tempering tadka of ghee and spices is the taste of home. It may vary from region to region, so feel free to add your household’s personal touch to the recipe. Sometimes, you need a break from elaborate and fancy stuff, and homely food with a side of papad, pickle, and raita can be just what your taste buds are craving.

Don’t let the simplicity of this recipe deceive you, for magic abounds when mil baithe teen yaar - rice, garlic, and lemon. Each grain tells a tale of lip-smacking citrus and garlic delight. When the three decided to twist and shout in a sizzling pan, the evergreen favourite Lemon Garlic Rice was born. Pair it with grilled or roasted chicken to complement the savoury and juicy flavour, or with pan-seared fish or curry to enjoy the tanginess balancing the natural sweetness of seafood. It just as easily enhances the earthy notes of grilled and wok-tossed vegetables. And for a taste of home, scoop some chilled, creamy curd on top and eat with roasted papad.

Culinary fusion is a magical place to experiment and play. The Dal Vada Burger is a delightful marriage of traditional Indian flavours and the iconic burger. You swap the potato tikki with a crunchy chana dal tikki, lettuce gets replaced by iron-rich spinach, and mayonnaise gives way to good old dahi. You’ll feel guilt-free when you feed this finger-licking snack to all you know. Each bite will surprise you as the freshness of spinach meets the wholesome spiced dal tikki before meshing with a yoghurt spread. And, for your Anglacised guests, you can serve it up as ‘Lentil Fritters in a Bun’ for a good laugh. However, they’ll likely never want a regular burger again!