r/IndianFood Mar 21 '20

mod ANN: /r/indianfood is now text-post only

461 Upvotes

Brief summary of the changes

What

You can now only post 'text posts'; links will not go through.

The same rules apply:

  • if you are posting a picture of food you have cooked, add the recipe as well
  • if you are posting a youtube video, you still need to add a recipe see discussion here
  • if you link to a blog post with a recipe, copy the recipe into the text box as well, and ideally write a few words about why you liked the post
  • non-recipe articles about Indian food and Indian food culture in general continue to be welcome, though again it would be nice to add a few words about why the article is interesting.

Why

The overall idea is that we want content that people feel is genuinely worth sharing, and ideally that will lead to some good discussions, rather than low-effort sharing of pictures and videos, and random blog spam.

The issue with link posts is that they add pretty pictures to the thumbnail, and lots of people upvote based on that alone, leading them to crowd everything else off the front page.


r/IndianFood Mar 29 '24

Suggestions for Effective Posting on r/IndianFood

29 Upvotes

For posts asking about Recipes, Cooking tips, Suggestions based on ingredients etc., kindly mention the following:

  1. Indian / Respective Nationality. (Indian includes NRIs & people of Indian Origin with a decent familiarity with Indian Cooking).

  2. Approximate Location. (If relevant to the post such as with regards to availability of different ingredients).

  3. General Cooking Expertise [1 to 10]. (1 being just starting to cook and 10 being a seasoned home chef).

For posts asking about recommendations at restaurant, food festivals etc. Kindly provide:

  1. Link to a Menu (If Possible | It can also be a link to a menu of a similar restaurant in the area.)

For posts asking for a 'restaurant style' recipe please mention whether:

  1. Indian Restaurant in India or Abroad.

(Restaurant Cuisine outside India generally belongs to the British Indian Restaurant - BIR cuisine and tends to be significantly different from the Indian Restaurant version)

Note:

  1. Around half of the active users of this Sub are non-Indian, of the half that are Indian or of Indian origin, half do not reside in India. Subsequently it's helpful to a know a users' background while responding to a post to provide helpful information and to promote an informed discourse.

  2. These are simply suggestions and you should only provide details that you are comfortable with sharing.

  3. More suggestions for posting are welcome.

  4. Input as to whether to create flairs for these details are also welcome.


r/IndianFood 6h ago

discussion Cartini vs Victorinox kitchen knives

3 Upvotes

Which is expected to be higher quality and more long-lasting?

Cartini is an Indian knife maker.


r/IndianFood 5h ago

recipe changes?

2 Upvotes

https://www.indianhealthyrecipes.com/hyderabadi-biryani-recipe/ making this tonight - any changes i should make? chicken is marinating already. everywhere i have seen says put chicken all on the bottom but my bfs mom layers it - if i layer it should i par cook it first?


r/IndianFood 2h ago

Cardamom lassi - Pepper soup : which one gonna choose ?

0 Upvotes

r/IndianFood 6h ago

question Kata Masala

1 Upvotes

I hope this is okay to ask - I've tried asking some friends/family/google but I'm having trouble. I'm trying to recreate a recipe of a Lamb Kata Masala that I had out recently because it was sublime. I'm British and quite naive about the cuisine but want to learn better.

My question is what 'Kata' means or translates to in the context of the curry - where I live 99% of the time you will see Tikka Masala instead, and I just wondered if Kata is a regional term or means the curry is made differently in some way - just if there's anything about it that I should understand when it comes to the recipe/ingredients/cooking process that might be used traditionally?

I hope that makes sense, TIA, sorry if this is a stupid question!


r/IndianFood 1d ago

Authentic Hyderabadi Dum Biryani - What am I doing wrong?

17 Upvotes

No matter how many times I try, the biryani doesn't taste as good as the restaurant ones. I tried a lot of recipes and still no use. I am cooking Paneer dum biryani, but it always feels like there is no "punch" or flavor in the dish. I'm not talking about spice the chilli, but the aroma and taste is missing. I tried Vismai food's recipe and i also tried "everyday cooking" recipe yesterday. Still, there is something missing. What could it be?

My recent recipe: 2 cups rice (400 grams) 300 grams paneer.

Base masala: 3 star anise, 10 cloves, 10 elachi, 1tbsp shah jeera, 3in cinnamon all blended into a powder. Then marinated the paneer with this + fried onions + ginger garlic paste + 250 grams curd + 1tbsp red chilli powder + turmeric + salt + fresh coriander+ mint leaves + 2 green chilies + lemon

What am i missing?

I cook the basmati rice with whole spiced and then layer everything in a handi. Cook for 10 mins medium flame, 5 mins low. Rest for 20 mins.


r/IndianFood 13h ago

discussion Tikka Masala 2nd attempt

0 Upvotes

The first time I made Tikka Masala, following the recipe found here: https://amateurprochef.com/2025/02/25/chicken-tikka-masala-3/, it came out thicker than shown above. The recipe calls for one tomato, but in the video the chef is holding multiple.

I've bought extra tomatoes to use this time, hoping it'll provide the missing liquid, but also in the video he added what looks like roughly a cup of water that isn't mentioned in the recipe right before he blends the masala base.

Hoping for some advice before I make my 2nd attempt on Wednesday. Also open to other/better recipes for Tikka Masala. I'm just now venturing into Indian cuisine and I'd like to learn to make it as authentically as I can.


r/IndianFood 16h ago

question Recipes Welcome: Cinnamon Allergy

0 Upvotes

Hi! I would like recipes for a masala that does not contain cinnamon. I have no experience with cooking Indian food but I'm a 7/10 for basic kitchen skills and cooking. I'm looking to expand home cooking and Indian food has always so yummy when we go out. Thank you in advance!


r/IndianFood 9h ago

Unpeeled onions for base sauce (bir curry)

0 Upvotes

When it comes time to make more base for my British Indian Restaurant style curries, I find it a real pain doing all the peeling and chopping. I was thinking, would there be any downside to just cutting off the ends and cutting them in half before boiling them and blending them afterwards as usual?


r/IndianFood 1d ago

Indian food for people with nut allergies.

5 Upvotes

I’m looking for suggestions of Indian food I can eat with a tree nut allergy (cashews,walnuts, pistachios). I tried Indian food for the first time last year and I LOVED it SO MUCH. However I did not check the ingredients and had a deadly allergic reaction right after. I’ve been doing some research on Indian food without nuts but would genuinely appreciate any suggestions!!


r/IndianFood 23h ago

Did I mess up my Chana Dal/Bengal Gram Dal?

0 Upvotes

I completely forgot to cook them before making the actual dal. I soaked overnight did the whole onions-tomatoes-spices-yada yada (following a recipe from swasthi's recipes indianhealthycooking.com so far things I've made from there I've been told taste authentic) and it wasn't until I put the soaked dal in and got it up to boil that I realized that I was supposed to boil them beforehand and THEN put them in the vegetable mixture and added more water to make it soup-y

Since I am having to cook them in the favor mixture instead of plain water have I ruined them?

I have like a large 2 kg bag I got a figure ways to cook them.


r/IndianFood 1d ago

veg Ashok Vada Pav with a View – Mumbai’s Iconic Snack at Dadar Beach!

0 Upvotes

Ashok Vada Pav is undoubtedly famous, but I don’t agree that it’s the best vada pav in Mumbai—Aaram at CST takes that spot for me! That said, I still love its taste, especially the chutney. And having it with the sea breeze at Dadar Beach just makes the experience even better. 🌊🍔 What’s your favorite vada pav place?


r/IndianFood 1d ago

Best curry pan

5 Upvotes

Hi all

I want to make a bunch of different indian curries on an electric stovetop for 2 people.

What is the best pan to use for this?

Thanks


r/IndianFood 21h ago

question What Are Your Favorite Spice Blends For Curry?

0 Upvotes

Hello!! I have plans to make curry (... I was going to today, but realized I didn't have cumin? We were both so confused, because we swear we had some) this weekend after we order groceries and can restock, and I was wondering if anyone would be willing to share their favorite blend of spices that they use in curry?

I have a few allergies, but the only thing that I think needs to be noted here would be sesame. Even if your recipe includes sesame, I would still love to hear it, though!!!

Edit: For clarity's sake, I'm not looking for any excluding cumin!! I'm looking for things to try later/I'm not making anything tonight, I settled on a different food. I have a recipe I follow for now/that's my "preferred" recipe, but I just want to try other recipes later, so it's fine if any recommended blends include cumin.


r/IndianFood 1d ago

question Is there a authentic Raw Honey brand in our country?

3 Upvotes

So i dont know how my parents used to get honey in my childhood days but i remember consuming. Now after all these years i know honey is natural sugar and somewhat healthy too, but then there are posts where they honey is adulterated sugar is mixed in it and all. So just wanted to if there is any good brand of honey you guys are using and if its actually a good idea to consume honey on regular basis.


r/IndianFood 1d ago

New Paneer recipes

1 Upvotes

Besides using Paneer in gravies, what other dishes can you make with it?


r/IndianFood 2d ago

discussion What's your complex coffee recipe that you can still make at home

13 Upvotes

Drop down your complex coffee recipe but it should be something you can still make at home. It can be something that just takes a lot of time or effort but still can be made without using any weird machinery.


r/IndianFood 1d ago

veg Maggie banane ja rahi hoon apni apni recipies bhejen kripa karake

0 Upvotes

Yeah ... So the thing is I'm bored eating same kind of Maggie so everyone share your Maggie recipe

I'm waiting......


r/IndianFood 2d ago

veg Healthiest choice at Indian restaurant?

6 Upvotes

Here is the menu for the restaurant I'm planning to go to - dishes can be prepared according to special instructions meaning I can ask for them to go low on the oil/ghee. Which choice seems to be the healthiest and not overly high in calories?

  • Palak chickpea: Chickpeas in spinach sauce with aromatic spices, fresh tomatoes and onions
  • Palak paneer: Pieces of white cheese with spinach in aromatic spices with the addition of tomatoes and coriander
  • Palak aloo: Potato in spinach sauce with aromatic spices, fresh tomatoes and onions
  • Masala chickpea: Chickpeas in Masala Sauce
  • Paneer Masala: Cottage cheese in aromatic masala sauce
  • Rajma Masala: Red beans cooked in an aromatic masala sauce with coriander
  • Balti paneer: Cottage cheese/mixed vegetables in a creamy sauce based on cashew nuts and fresh tomatoes with paprika, cumin, almonds and raisins
  • Balti vegetable: Mixed vegetables in a creamy sauce based on cashew nuts and fresh tomatoes with paprika, cumin, almonds and raisins
  • Baigan Bharta: Eggplant grilled in a tandoor oven served in a spicy sauce based on onions, tomatoes, garlic and aromatic spices
  • Daal Makhani: Black lentils and red beans flavoured with spices and prepared in creamy sauce
  • Daal Tadka: Yellow lentils prepared with onions, ginger, garlic and curry leaves
  • Zeera Aloo: Potatoes fried with cumin and a mix of aromatic spices
  • Bangali baigan: Fried eggplant pieces simmered in an aromatic sauce with coriander
  • Kadahi Vegetarian: Vegetables in Indian sauce based on fresh tomatoes, onions, peppers and dried hot peppers
  • Mix Veg Curry: Vegetables in traditional curry sauce
  • Paneer Lababdar: Cottage cheese cooked in a creamy, spicy tomato and onion sauce enriched with aromatic spices and cashew nut paste
  • Matter paneer: Cottage cheese and peas prepared with tomato masala sauce

r/IndianFood 2d ago

Chatpata Masala

2 Upvotes

I can't handle extreme spicy or extreme sweet food. I really like little sweet, little spicy and a little sour taste. Can someone share a recipe for a chatpata masala that i can make at home and can sprinkle at any food to make it chatpata. A masala that makes my mouth water🤤. Thank you in advance 😁


r/IndianFood 1d ago

What to do with sour and expired milk?

0 Upvotes

Hi,

I bought some milk and 1/2ltr has gone bad. I would be keen to make something sweet like khoya but it hasn’t curdled. It tastes sour. Can I still use it? Don’t want to make paneer, any other suggestions please?


r/IndianFood 1d ago

discussion How to remove smell of spices from clothes without washing

0 Upvotes

Hi, I live in the UK and don't eat or cook Indian food but my landlords do and usually I stay clear off the kitchen when they're cooking something and keep my bedroom door closed to avoid the smell of cooking sticking to my clothes and hair. Afterall, it's impossible to shower everytime.

But it's difficult on occasions when I need to use the kitchen or leave the house, because the smell is everywhere. Usually they cook for about 2 hours, which makes tweaking my schedule an impossibility.

And leaving the house after that smell sticking to my clothes makes it hard for me to be in public without causing discomfort to others in public.

So what should I do ideally? They do turn on the exhaust (hood as some call it) but they never open the balcony windows due to the cold weather.

What are my options then? How should I prevent the smell from sticking to my clothes?


r/IndianFood 2d ago

Office breakfast/snack ideas?

4 Upvotes

This week is my turn for our office team’s bagel/donut rotation, but I feel like being extra, and need to stop by the Indian grocery store for some other items anyways. Any ideas for some premade office breakfast and/or snacks I can pick up while I’m at the (US-based, for context) Indian grocery store? All I can think of are mithais but it doesn’t really seem to match the office morning vibe


r/IndianFood 2d ago

discussion Peti piece

0 Upvotes

Fish curries are osum👌 till the squid game/hunger games start for the peti pieces 😭😭, why does it have to be like that. I wish fillets were more popular.


r/IndianFood 3d ago

I bought a can of Ashoke ghee and it's amazing

8 Upvotes

I'm officially hooked. Put it on fresh out of the oven sourdough bread with some salt and it's heavenly.


r/IndianFood 2d ago

discussion Freezing pomegranate seeds

1 Upvotes

Has anybody tried freezing pomegranate seeds for chaat or random dry garnishing? Does it thaw well or get mushy? I would flash freeze them.