Sardine Kudampuli Curry
This recipe from sustainable seafood initiative InSeason Fish celebrates the bold flavours of sardine, paired with kudampuli—or Malabar tamarind—reflecting Kerala’s vibrant coastal traditions.
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Bommi’s Crab Pepper Fry
Seasoned by the Sea is a coastal community cookbook published by Uyir Pathipagam (2025). Bommi’s family is widely known as crab-sellers in the Thazhankuppam region of Tamil Nadu. Her crab dish, involving simple ingredien…
Chutagi, A Hearty Ladakhi Stew
Dechen Chuskit shares her recipe for chutagi, a brothy dish from Ladakh featuring round wheat dumplings and meat, which she learnt from her parents.
Patla Macher Jhol
This Bengali recipe from sustainable seafood initiative InSeason Fish highlights the bold, meaty flavours of the tonguesole fish,abundantly available in December along both coasts of India.
Ariputtu
Puttu, a widely popular dish consumed across Kerala is said to have been a Portuguese import according to Sarala Thomas Palivathukkal. While modern conveniences may have changed the preparation style over the years, putt…
Daggertooth Pike Conger Curry
This recipe for a Maharashtrian curry from sustainable seafood initiative 'InSeason Fish’ highlights the unique texture and delicate flavours of the daggertooth pike conger,or the pike eel,abundantly available in Decembe…
Khageena
Mehvash Arslan and her mother Shahina’s love for khageena,a simple, Sunday breakfast egg staple,evokes memories of shared meals and family time, while reminding them of their heritage.
Paati’s Kaimanam: Morkozhambu
Grandmothers are exceptional at everything, except passing on their heirloom recipes in a way 20-something-year-olds understand, Samyuktha, a contributor for 'Memories On A Plate’, shares. Featured here is her Paati’s Mo…
Dal Fara
Despite its lack of mainstream recognition, dal fara is a beloved comfort food, especially during Karva Chauth. For Ankita, it is also a reminder of home.