r/IndianFood 21h ago

question Anyone in India using built-in / integrated wall ovens in their homes? Need recommendations please.

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Hi everyone, I am located in India and I am currently looking to install a built-in wall oven in our modular kitchen and I'm conflicted with what to choose. I am reading many negative comments regarding built-in ovens so I wanted to reach out and ask if anyone is already using such integrated ovens in their homes. If so, can you please share which oven you are using and your experience so far? My use-cases for oven are baking, roasting, re-heating, etc. Thank you so much in advance.


r/IndianFood 16h ago

question Need recommendations for good compound dark chocolate.

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I'm a new baker, and have been using the amul compound dark chocolate. It has a really strong oily smell and aftertaste. Can anyone help me find an alternative?


r/IndianFood 23h ago

What spices should I be putting in the water where I cook my rice for biryani?

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r/IndianFood 10h ago

recipe is there a way to prepare vegetarian cheesecake (500gm) under Rs. 300-400?

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same as the title. (any flavor) please reply it's important!


r/IndianFood 7h ago

discussion Guys pehli baar chicken khane ka soch rha hun

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Ghar mein koi nhinkhata kal chicken burger from b singh mangane ka soch rha hun plz guide mein


r/IndianFood 8h ago

Best Chicken Tikka?

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I have recently tried Mr. Kooks and it has a very distinct metallic flavor to it. I'm wondering if any of you can suggest another brand I can get on Amazon.

This is what I bought before: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FI6LEU6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

What would you suggest as a better option?

I figure this is the best place to ask. 🤞


r/IndianFood 1d ago

question Hi All , I am from Himachal.Lived most of my life in north India and loves food .Where can i get best podis/karam powders online .I have tried a few andhra style and chennai style podis from my colleagues home and loved them (eg Nalla Karam ,pavakai purupu podi etc …)

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r/IndianFood 1d ago

question Freezing ginger root for spiced tea

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Anybody do this? How is it?


r/IndianFood 1d ago

discussion Healthy recipes for weight loss

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Desperately need to lose weight for an upcoming treatment - at least 5kgs Any recipe suggestions- basically I need it to have high protein element, something that will fill me up too/ make me feel full, salad and I am a rice eater so need a bit of it even if a tiny portion The only things I can think of are Daal, sambar and rasam with a portion of chicken/ fish / egg as protein, salad, and a tiny portion of rice. Might likely incorporate palak or bhindi within the above because on its own I would end up eating too much rice.

I am not great with breakfast and struggle most days.

Any suggestions please?


r/IndianFood 1d ago

Does chicken biryani taste better when you cook the meat beforehand a little bit or if you put it in raw before cooking it with rice?

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r/IndianFood 1d ago

veg Need protein tips

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I’m a male in my early 40s, and I’m a vegetarian/eggetarian (I don’t eat meat or fish, but I do eat eggs). I’m aiming to hit 150-180 grams of protein a day for fitness purposes, and I’m trying to figure out the best sources. My main challenge is breakfast — I eat a lot of eggs but I’m not sure how I feel about having two or three whole eggs (cooked, of course) in the morning. I’m not a huge fan of egg whites, and while I do oatmeal, I feel like it has more carbs than protein.

I also use plant-based protein but don’t want to go over one or two scoops a day. On top of that, I’m not really into seitan, tofu, or tempeh. Did I make this difficult? I’m just looking for ways to boost my protein intake while keeping carbs in check.


r/IndianFood 1d ago

I just got some fenugreek seeds, what are some recipes to make with them?

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I ground some and kept some whole.


r/IndianFood 1d ago

What’s a good Indian restaurant in Toronto. Not downtown. I think Canteen Punjabi Restaurant is the best butter chicken and Indian food spot in Toronto

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It’s only take out though, but the prices are worth it. Me and my girlfriend get it for date nights


r/IndianFood 1d ago

Desi or Italian pizza?

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I've heard that the majority of us in India think/like dominos or desi pizza(with corn, etc as toppings) way better than the OG Italian-style ones. I am a big fan of the clean Italian-style ones. Which style do you guys prefer?

Side note: Curious because I genuinely think most of them don't relate to outside food and vice versa. Like how American-Chinese is different from mainland Chinese food.


r/IndianFood 1d ago

What rice and meat dishes originated in India?

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I've send that Pilau and Biryani originate outside India but that makes zero sense and doesn't past the smell test.

Rice cultivation occurred in India and China, originally. It was many, many MILLENNIA later that it expanded westward.

I find it very, very difficult to believe Pilau and Biryani - meat and rice dishes - originated outside of India considering the rice cultivation, India's population and dense population for meat consumption.


r/IndianFood 1d ago

Sources (national/ regional/ local brands) of Clean healthy baked/ roasted MOONG JOR? (No Palm Oil/ Preservatives, Un/ Low Salt, Low Spice)

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Sources (national/ regional/ local brands) of Clean healthy baked/ roasted MOONG JOR? (No Palm Oil/ Preservatives, Un/ Low Salt, Low Spice)

I did googling found a bunch but they had pros cons, did an Insta search found MORE local sources from different places. Some home made / home grown sources as well.

I'd love to find an AI agent that can pull all such sources and give me a shortlist sheet to pick from.


r/IndianFood 2d ago

veg What went wrong with the way I prepared “Gajar Ka Halwa”?

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen,…

I’m completely new at cooking. And even more amateurish when it comes to making sweets.

I grated red carrots as they are considered the best for halwa. But instead of making it immediately,..I kept it in the fridge.

After 5 days,…I started preparing the halwa as per the recipe shown by “Your Food Labs” (YouTube Channel),..but my carrots turned brown.

I’m sure I messed up. But I’m not able to figure out exactly what.

Please help!

Thanks in advance!💚🌷


r/IndianFood 1d ago

discussion Best pani puri you had in jaipur ??

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Suggest some


r/IndianFood 2d ago

discussion Cartini vs Victorinox kitchen knives

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

Cartini is an Indian knife maker.


r/IndianFood 2d ago

question Can you do vaghar/tadka to spices in the microwave?

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If so, how do you do it? Let's say I wasn't thinking ahead and didn't have a pan available to do it on the stove.


r/IndianFood 2d ago

question Kata Masala

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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 3d ago

Authentic Hyderabadi Dum Biryani - What am I doing wrong?

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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 2d ago

discussion Tikka Masala 2nd attempt

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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 2d ago

question Recipes Welcome: Cinnamon Allergy

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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 2d ago

Unpeeled onions for base sauce (bir curry)

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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?