If asked about accompaniments that you simply need in your kitchen, most young Indians would talk about Mint Chutney, Mango Chutney, Tomato Ketchup, Schezwan Chutney, and the like. Mint and Mango Chutney are fine, but what about Schezwan Chutney? Chinese dishes have a lot of Sauces- we know about Soya Sauce, Chilli Sauce, Sweet and Sour Sauce, Black Bean Sauce and the like, but Schezwan ‘Chutney’ seems relatively new. This ‘Indianized’ version of Schezwan Sauce has become so popular in the last few years, that you can now find it in many urban Indian kitchens....
Mango, considered the ‘king’ of fruits, is available only in the summers. Yet, we relish this seasonal wonder throughout the year, in the form of mango pickles, murabba, and sweet pickles. Did you know that pickles, as we know them, were not an Indian invention? They came to us through international merchants years ago. Initially, they were used to preserve perishable fruits to be had throughout the year....
Indians are well accustomed to the famous “imli ki chutney.” It is an integral part of our cuisine and serves sweet and tangy taste to various dishes. When it comes to a burst of flavor, there are many different types of chutneys made in India. One of the most loved chutneys, Tamarind Date Chutney is mainly made with the pulp of tamarind and date. It is a step further from the regular imli ki chutney as it is extremely rich in taste and nutrients....
Rice crackers are considered one of the very famous Indian snacks/appetizers. They are mostly eaten with Indian meals because they add a crunch and spice to the whole meal. Made with simple ingredients like rice flour, oil, and spices, they prove to be very light and healthy. Apart from that, they also have a traditional significance....
In the winter season as the temperature goes down, the cravings to eat tasty food go up. Yes, it's everyone's problem and not just yours. Confused why this happens? As our body slows down in a colder environment, it demands more food....
In those glass jars, we preserve much more than just pickles. We preserve a history of recipes, a tradition that people follow and a culture that people embrace. Pickles and chutneys are a small but inseparable part of our meals. They have an audacious taste and can make any mundane meal delicious....
