The practice of langar was started by Guru Nanak in the 15th century to try to eliminate the caste system, where people of any religion, caste, …
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Samosa – Crunchy Restaurant Style
I spent my childhood in Southall and back then, it had three Indian cinemas – The Dominion, The Century and The Liberty. We lived in …
Pakora
Crispy gluten free vegetarian fritters A Pakora is the snack you are most likely to be offered when you turn up at a Punjabi family …
Aloo Mattar Anda
Potatoes and peas with eggs (optional) cooked in spices What can you make with a few potatoes and some frozen peas? Yes – you have …
Aloo Gobi
Potatoes and Cauliflower cooked in spices Aloo Gobi is one of my favourite vegetarian dishes. The version which we make at home is a distant …
Tarka Dal
Toor Lentils with tempered spices Tarka Dal is a very popular dish at Dhaba’s (fast food stops) in the Punjab as the Dal can be …
Kala Chana Aloo
Black Chickpeas and Potatoes in a thick gravy Kala Chana is choc full of flavour and nutrition – it’s a legume loaded with nutrients such as protein, fibre …
Masara di Dal
Split red lentils cooked in a light tadka Masara di Dal or Masoor dal as some of you may know it is a beautiful and …
Aloo Phallian
Lightly Spiced Green Beans and Potatoes My eldest daughter who is now in her 30’s, suddenly decided to become a vegetarian when she turned 14. …
Mooli Aloo da Paratha
Roti stuffed with white radish and potato filling Sunday Brunch is usually Paratha in my home. There are many varieties but Aloo and Mooli Aloo …