Chapter 6 – Basic Indian Recipes
Introduction
In this chapter, you will learn some simple and essential Indian recipes that form the base of daily meals. These recipes are beginner-friendly and help you practice cooking techniques learned in previous chapters.
1️⃣ Plain Rice
Ingredients: Rice, Water, Salt (optional)
Method:
- Wash rice properly.
- Add 1 cup rice and 2 cups water in a pan or cooker.
- Cook until rice becomes soft.
- Serve hot.
2️⃣ Basic Dal (Lentils)
Ingredients: Toor Dal, Turmeric, Salt, Water, Oil, Cumin
Method:
- Wash dal and pressure cook with turmeric and water.
- Heat oil, add cumin for tempering.
- Mix cooked dal and add salt.
- Simmer for 5 minutes and serve.
3️⃣ Chapati (Roti)
Ingredients: Wheat flour, Water
Method:
- Knead soft dough.
- Roll into round shape.
- Cook on hot tawa until both sides are done.
4️⃣ Simple Vegetable Sabzi
Ingredients: Seasonal vegetables, Oil, Salt, Turmeric, Cumin
Method:
- Heat oil and add cumin.
- Add chopped vegetables.
- Add salt and turmeric.
- Cook until vegetables are soft.
5️⃣ Tea Preparation
Ingredients: Water, Milk, Tea leaves, Sugar
Method:
- Boil water and add tea leaves.
- Add milk and sugar.
- Boil for 2-3 minutes and strain.
Quick Self-Check Questions
- What is the water ratio for cooking rice?
- What is tempering in dal?
- Why should dough be soft for chapati?
- Name two ingredients used in vegetable sabzi.
