Amazing Red Lentil and Tomato Soup by John Spottiswood

I never thought I would have a red lentil soup that could match the Turkish red lentil soup that I have been served in Turkish restaurants and that I've learned to make. So I had low expectations for this Indian spiced version. It completely destroyed my expectations and was absolutely delicious. It was great last night, and I had…

Rajma (Kidney Bean Curry) with Spinach by Chitra Agrawal

Rajma is a North Indian curry of kidney beans cooked with onions, tomatoes and spices. "Rajma chawal" which just means rajma and rice is the most popular way to eat this curry, kind of like the Indian version of rice and beans. I liken rajma also to chili since it's cooked in a spicy tomato gravy. Usually, it's not made with spinach…

Onion Fritters (Kanda Bhajji) by Padma Priya Manikam

This is a light snack that can be an appetizer and eaten during tea-break especially during a rainy day!

Pulao Rice by Navaneetham Krishnan

A bond between spices, the magical blend of flavors and the angelic combination of fragrant basmati rice is simply amazing

Lemon Cashew Nut Rice by Navaneetham Krishnan

Ghee and curry leaves scented rice with cashew nuts and coconut.

Dhal/Lentil And Radish Gravy by Navaneetham Krishnan

Dhal with radish, spices and milk levels up the spicy, tangy and creamy flavors.

Cabbage Stir Fried with Kadalai Paruppu/Chana Dal And Cumin Seeds by Navaneetham Krishnan

Unless you enjoy pairing this dish with something else, it's lovely with rice and other sides.

Rice with bell pepper and peanuts by Mary Shaldibina

Very tasty and fast cooking

MaNgO KuLFi by Sangeeta Shah

A very very delicious delight,specially to satisfying the mango madness...even loved by the people who don"t like mangoes...:)

ChOkHa by Sangeeta Shah

Chokha is a side dish,served with Litti ,the main ingredient is brinjal....little bit spicy semi liquid gravy dish.Some times it is made only with potatoes,but i made it with brinjal...:)

Gujarati Dal by Mihir Shah

This is comfort food my mom has made for as long as I've been around. She's been able to hook my kids on it; Dal is a healthy way to get protein into their diet. I serve it with some rice and yogurt. It also holds its flavor really well as a leftover snack.

Black-Eyed Peas with Cumin by Mihir Shah

I had a craving for Black-Eyed peas this week so threw this together on the fly. It worked out really well. The chilli gives a kick but the small amount of spices keeps the flavor simple. Served over rice.

Ney Sambar (Ghee Dhal Curry) by Navaneetham Krishnan

Enriching and irressible fragrance of ghee which makes this curry even more delectable.

Urulaikilangu Poriyal (Potato Stir Fry) by Navaneetham Krishnan

A dose of spices, chillies and aromatic curry and coriander leaves; yummylicious.

Apple-Pomegranate Smoothie by spicyvegrecipes