Cashews symbolize prosperity and plenty and thrive in foods along the southwestern coast of India. Cashew nuts grow inside the hard, kidney shaped seeds that hangs from the bottom end of a cashew tree. Their creamy and nutty taste complement both curries and sweet dishes. They can be ground int...
Coconut powder is naturally sweet, has a nutty flavor and a crisp texture. Coconut powder is used in a variety of things including: salads, curries, chutneys and especially sweets. This is an excellent substitute when fresh coconut is not available.
Coconut powder is naturally sweet, has a nutty flavor and a crisp texture. Coconut powder is used in a variety of things including: salads, curries, chutneys and especially sweets. This is an excellent substitute when fresh coconut is not available.
Dalia is chana dal, husked, split and roasted. It is commonly used as a thickener with chutneys such as coriander chutney. They are extensively used in South Indian cooking from everything from condiments to curries. Putnala Pappu.
These sticky textured, dark brown ovals are called dates. Their rich, sugary flavor are eaten as a snack or chopped and added to bread fillings and chutneys. After being soaked until soft, dates can be added to stews, biryanis and curries.
Shredded coconut is naturally sweet, has a nutty flavor and a crisp texture. Coconut is used in a variety of foods including: salads, curries, chutneys and especially sweets. This is an excellent substitute for fresh coconut needed for kormas and is an attractive way to top any curry.
Golden raisins are stout and sweet. They are most often found in biryanis and vegetable curries. They are also used to sweeten rich meats, pulaos, yogurt salads, sweet pickles, chutneys and rice puddings. Also great for snacking!
Golden raisins are stout and sweet. They are most often found in biryanis and vegetable curries. They are also used to sweeten rich meats, pulaos, yogurt salads, sweet pickles, chutneys and rice puddings. Also great for snacking!
These bright green nuts are small and oval. Their sweet, rich taste is essential to many Indian dishes. Pistachios are important in sweet dishes. They are often found in kulfi (Indian ice cream), and barfi (Indian sweets). They also can be found in savory biryanis and sprinkled over meat curr...
