Indian Souring Agents

Indian dishes balance many flavors in a single recipe. Indian food can be characterized as hot, sour, savory, sweet, salty, and spicy. In Indian cuisine, many things are used to impart sour flavor to a dish including: Wet Ingredients Tamarind Paste Lemon Juice Lime Juice Yogurt Vinegar Tomatoes Dry Ingredients Amchur Powder (Dried Green Tomatoes)

Basic Techniques of Indian Cooking

Indian cooking really isn’t that complicated, and it’s incredibly forgiving to the beginning Indian chef because the use of spices makes every dish delicious. That said, there are several techniques it’s helpful to familiarize yourself with as you begin to explore this adventurous and rewarding cuisine. Tadka or Baghar: Tempering The process of tempering involves…