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Bisi bele baath is a mixture of rice and lentils that forms the staple of many an Indian table. It is rich in traditional Indian spices and is simply delicious with tandoori chicken or all by itself.

As you would expect in such a diverse and ancient land, there are thousands of rice-based recipes. Nearly every family will have its own distinctive favorite. This recipe is an example that any diner will enjoy.

Paratha is one of the delicious Indian flat breads. The difference with other types of breads comes because paratha is brushed with melted butter or ghee and folded over then cooked on the skillet with more butter resulting in flaky, delicate bread.

Paneer kebabs are always welcomed as this cheese-like neutral flavor goes well with everything. You can use chicken or lamb, or just stab some vegetable,as suggested in this recipe, and get ready for a delicious meal.

Saag paneer is a type of paneer and spinach curry, very easy to prepare.The addition of other Indian spices and spinach gives a slightly different flavor to palak paneer.

Cottage cheese is known the world over. It is among the most basic of English or American foods and an ordinary component of a meal in France or Greece. But the Indian version, known as paneer, is just a little bit different. Similar to ricotta, it adds not just dairy but a delightful hint of tang to any dish. Making your own paneer, the Indian version of cottage cheese, can be a challenge, but a fun one at that.

A more acidic yogurt makes a better kadhi, you don't need to use the freshest yogurt to make kadhi. Often, in India, rests of morning yogurt are stored together until there is enough to make this drink.

Using all of the ingredients for simple chutney, plus some extras. These make for an even spicier chutney, but one that is also tangier and sweeter, with additional body.