Ola Jawala Cutlets
These quick Koli-style shrimp cutlets are perfect for a simple meal or a snack.
Snacks and Appetisers
Pea Pod Fritters
A quick recipe to turn often-overlooked pea pods into a delicious, crunchy snack.
Chana Khakhra
This dish is rooted in community, memory, and the vibrant spirit of Holi celebrations among the Bhils of Gujarat.
Odia Patrapoda
This prawn-based dish native to the tribal regions of Odisha employs the traditional technique of leaf-wrapped cooking, which not only imparts a rich, smoky flavour but is also an example of utilising a part of the plane…
Jolada Kadabu (Jowar Dumplings with Wild Edible Greens)
A healthy snack that can even double as a meal, the Jolada Kadabu is cherished in several Kannadiga households. It brings together the goodness of jowar with the unique flavours of wild greens.
Tila Bajra Hummus with Chilli Ghee
This Tila Bajra Hummus with Chilli Ghee is a delightful appetiser that is packed with nutrients, making it an excellent addition to any healthy kitchen.
Garadu Chaat
A popular street food from Indore enjoyed during winter, garadu chaat is a simple, fried snack that is seasoned with spices and often topped with Jeeravan, a local spice mix.
Mudali Rava Fry
Sumeet Kaur of Spudnik Farms documents the recipe of a simple rava fry, a specialty of the Kunbi community. The Kunbis use mudali for this preparation, a unique tuber they preserve and cultivate in the Western Ghats.
Anarse
Diwali is synonymous with snacks and sweets, called faral. Suhasini Ekbote, defying modern trends, continues to make Anarse – a fried, semi-sweet snack made with fermented rice flour and jaggery, preserving a traditional…