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कुकिंग बेसिक रेसिपी - हिन्दी में पढ़ें (Cooking Basics recipes in Hindi)
કુકિંગ બેસિક રેસિપિસ - ગુજરાતી માં વાંચો (Cooking Basics recipes in Gujarati)

Basic Indian Cooking Recipes, Basic Cooking Recipes

Indian Basic Cooking Recipes, Basic Cooking Recipes. Learn how to cook Indian chutney recipes, how to cook rice, how to make curd, how to make basic Indian gravies. Learn how to make rotis, basic parathas. 

Indian basic rotis, paratha recipes

There are some essential basic Indian rotis and parathas you must know. First is the easy homemade basic roti recipe to follow. Then we move to basic homemade paratha recipe. The other healthier basic Indian breads you must know are bajra roti, jowar roti and basic ragi roti recipe.

Then there is the basic butter naan recipe without tandoor. Kids love the basic puri recipe. 

Punjabi's love their kulcha and if you want it healthier then try the whole wheat kulcha recipe.

Indian basic Chutney recipes

There are lots of Indian basic Chutney recipes to master. All easy to make. Start with the green chutney recipe which goes with all snacks. South Indians love coconut chutney which goes well with Idlis and dosa.

Khajur Imli ki chutney is a must to go with chaats. An essential accompaniment to most chaats, this chutney can be stored refrigerated for upto a month and deep frozen for more than 6 months.

The dry garlic chutney is a must addition to vada pav. To go with pakodas and bhajias we suggest this super garlic chutney recipe.

Indian basic dal, kadhi recipes

We show you how to make some basic Indian dal recipes. Start with some basic dal recipes like toovar dal recipe, basic urad dal recipe, masoor dal recipe.
 
Indian basic curd recipes
 
Learn Indian basic curd recipes. Make homemade curds using cows milk or low fat curds as a base for raitas or to have with your lunch or dinner. Use the curds to make some basic raitas like palak raita, onion raita, banana raita which are important side dishes to any Indian meals.
 
Indian basic gravies
 
Indian basic gravies are required to make a good array of Indian dishes. Basic makahani gravy which is restaurant style. North Indian basic white gravy can be used to make koftas.
 
Learn how to make fried onions to add to kadhis and salads.  

Enjoy our Indian Basic Cooking Recipes below.

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Power Beverage, Pear Apple and Pineapple Juice
Recipe# 6200
11 Jan 12
 
220
calories
per
small glass
 by Tarla Dalal
One sniff of this aromatic juice is enough to set the senses in overdrive. Made out of a variety of fruits, it is the perfect way to make your day! The soluble fibre found in pears and apples (mainly in the skin) together with the rich supply of natural sugars in grapes and natural healing enzy ....
Power Packed Cereal ( Fun Food For Children)
Recipe# 1860
12 Aug 14
 
303
calories
per
servings
 by Tarla Dalal
Anything homemade is definitely more satisfying – and nutritious – compared to store-bought foods. So, why not make your breakfast cereal at home? Kids love cereals because they are crunchy, sweet and contain loads of dry fruits and nuts too. With sunflower seeds, sesame seeds and lots of nuts apart ....
Power Poha, Healthy Kabuli Chana Poha
Recipe# 1854
03 Feb 20
  This recipe has an associated video
199
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
power poha recipe | healthy kabuli chana poha | protein poha | protein rich breakfast | with 16 amazing images. Power poha is a protein rich b ....
Pressure Cooker Chocolate Cake
Recipe# 31229
28 Mar 16
 
 
by renuka.nichkaode
If u do not have margarine, you can use unsalted butter for the same. This is a simple and full-proof recipe to get a perfect chocolate sponge cake. Must try this pressure cooker cake its yummy.
Pressure Cooker Oondhiya
Recipe# 4337
16 May 13
 
567
calories
per
serving
 
by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
A classic Gujarati recipe, of vegetables and fenugreek dumplings cooked in an aromatic blend of spices. This version is an easy and healthy way to make oondhiya.
Pressure Cooker Vegetable Biryani
Recipe# 7553
23 Feb 23
  This recipe has an associated video
283
calories
per
serving
 
by Tarla Dalal
pressure cooker veg biryani recipe | veg biryani in cooker | instant pot veg biryani | with 45 amazing images. Traditionally the biryani recipes are prepared in big aluminium pot by layering the rice and biryani grav ....
Protein Cup Cakes
Recipe# 33089
10 Jun 15
 
110
calories
per
cupcake
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Protein cup cakes, kids love attractive looking food – this variation of the traditional gujarati snack uses mixed flour and bottle gourd batter baked in muffin moulds. A yummy and protein rich treat that aids in their growth and development.
Protein Cup Cakes, Protein Rich Recipe
Recipe# 33258
12 Mar 09
 
110
calories
per
cup cake
 by Tarla Dalal
Protein cup cakes, one need to have short and frequent meals while pregnant to provide a constant source of energy and nutrients, these protein cup cakes are just right to do so. Add peanuts if you wish to increase the protein content further.
Pudina Chaas, Mint Chaas Recipe
Recipe# 758
31 Jul 20
  This recipe has an associated video
59
calories
per
glass
 
by Tarla Dalal
pudina chaas recipe | cool mint buttermilk drink | healthy mint chaas | South Indian style pudina chaas | with 14 amazing images. pudina chaas is a refreshing
Pudina Kulchas, Healthy Kulcha Made with Yeast On Tava
Recipe# 22403
26 Nov 07
 
61
calories
per
kulcha
 by Tarla Dalal
Frankly, a kulcha is not a mere accompaniment… it is a delicacy in its own right! here, I have used whole wheat flour and soya flour instead of plain flour to make the khulchas. Khulchas are thick and they fluff up like phulkas. Don't forget… they taste best when hot! Traditionally, they are s ....
Pudina Lassi, Mint Lassi, Indian Yogurt Mint Drink
Recipe# 6481
21 Apr 22
 
154
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
pudina lassi recipe | mint lassi | Indian yogurt mint drink | mint sweet lassi | with 12 amazing images. pudina lassi recipe | mint lassi
Pudina Puri, Pudina Masala Puri
Recipe# 1985
10 Nov 20
  This recipe has an associated video
70
calories
per
puri
 
by Tarla Dalal
pudina puri recipe | pudina puri | mint leaves puri | pudina poori | with amazing 17 images. pudina puri is a quick and easy puri variation which tastes heavenly ....
Pumpkin Kootu ( Pressure Cooker )
Recipe# 33371
16 Feb 11
 
173
calories
per
serving
 
by Tarla Dalal
Pumpkin kootu, a ballet of vegetables and dal, this healthy combination cooked along with a coconut paste. Go for any choice of veggies such as white pumpkin, cabbage etc. You can top with tempering of oil, mustard seeds and curry leaves to give a refreshing feel to the kootu.
Pumpkin Kootu (pressure Cooker Recipe)
Recipe# 32480
12 Mar 09
 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
A ballet of vegetables and dal, this healthy combination cooked along with a coconut paste. Go for any choice of veggies such as white pumpkin, cabbage etc. You can top with tempering of oil, mustard seeds and curry leaves to give a refreshing feel to the kootu. Whistles: 2 high
Pumpkin Kootu Curry, Pumpkin and Kala Vatana Subzi
Recipe# 32830
16 May 11
 
152
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
Kootu is a popular way of preparing veggies in Tamil Nadu. In fact, on special occasions, a dry subzi and a kootu must be served compulsorily as part of the meal. Kootu is a semi-solid curry of veggies and pulses or beans, enriched with a paste of coconut and spices, and tempered traditionally ....
Pumpkin Kootu, Pumpkin and Yellow Moong Dal Sabzi, Curry
Recipe# 32913
20 Aug 13
 
177
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
This is a gravy-like dish made using pumpkins and dal. Other vegetables like chow-chow, snake-gourd, cabbage, carrots etc can also be cooked this way. Normally, a traditional South Indian meal will definitely include one dry curry and one kootu. A good ac ....
Pumpkin Raita, Creamy Pumpkin Raita
Recipe# 40791
15 Mar 21
 
116
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
pumpkin raita recipe | yellow pumpkin raita | creamy pumpkin raita | Indian style pumpkin raita | with 17 amazing images. pumpkin raita recipe |
Pumpkin Soup, Low Calorie Soup
Recipe# 32987
11 Nov 21
  This recipe has an associated video
34
calories
per
serving
 
by Tarla Dalal
pumpkin soup | kaddu ka soup | bhopla soup | Indian pumpkin soup | low calorie pumpkin soup | with 15 amazing images. This Indian pumpkin soup ....
Punjabi Garam Masala
Recipe# 1448
25 Mar 20
  This recipe has an associated video
0
calories
per
cup
 by Tarla Dalal
Punjabi garam masala powder recipe | North Indian garam masala recipe | garam masala for sabzis | with 20 amazing images. Punjabi garam masala powder is a must-have item, which you ought to ....
Punjabi Missi Roti, How To Make Punjabi Missi Roti
Recipe# 228
18 May 22
 
143
calories
per
roti
 by Tarla Dalal
Punjabi missi roti recipe | Punjabi missi paratha | how to make Punjabi style missi roti | missi roti Punjabi breakfast | with 20 amazing images. Punjabi missi roti reci ....
Punjabi Rabri Or How To Make Punjabi Rabdi
Recipe# 36355
17 Jul 12
 
960
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Rabdi, which is basically a thickened milk and sugar mixture, is one of the most versatile bases used to prepare loads of punjabi desserts. When prepared in large quantities, rabdi can take some time to cook though it is worth all the effort. Rabdi can be eaten hot of chilled. Using full ....
Puris ( How To Make Pooris )
Recipe# 4394
21 Aug 21
  This recipe has an associated video
101
calories
per
puri
 
by Tarla Dalal
poori | puri | plain puri | whole wheat puri | soft poori | with 14 amazing images poori is unleavened deep fried Indian Bread. Simple ....
Pyajo, Chana Dal Vada Topped with Coconut Curry
Recipe# 2434
30 Sep 18
 
513
calories
per
serving
 by Tarla Dalal
Pyajo is a delicious snack, with a wonderful blend of flavours and textures. Crispy chana dal vadas are topped with a mildly-flavoured coconut curry and peppy chutneys, and finally garnished in an innovative way with crushed potato wafers and coriander. The coconut milk is thickened with besan ....
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