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thread of delicious indian food that are not curry !! for your perusal <3
thread of delicious indian food that are not curry !! for your perusal <3
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1. rasam
it's usually a tamarind broth that's cooked with various spices such as pepper, cumin, asafoetida, dry chillis and so on !! it's usually spicy, sour and sometimes even sweet :D it's so good when eaten with rice
1. rasam
it's usually a tamarind broth that's cooked with various spices such as pepper, cumin, asafoetida, dry chillis and so on !! it's usually spicy, sour and sometimes even sweet :D it's so good when eaten with rice
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2. idly and sambar !!
idlis are made of rice flour and are very squishy in texture and sambar is cooked with lentils and again, is sweetened with jaggery or spiced according to taste. it's SO YUM
2. idly and sambar !!
idlis are made of rice flour and are very squishy in texture and sambar is cooked with lentils and again, is sweetened with jaggery or spiced according to taste. it's SO YUM
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3. rasmalai
they're made from softened cottage cheese called paneer and are dunked into sweetened badam (almond) flavored milk and is usually garnished w cardamom, saffron and and nuts !!
3. rasmalai
they're made from softened cottage cheese called paneer and are dunked into sweetened badam (almond) flavored milk and is usually garnished w cardamom, saffron and and nuts !!
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4. chaats !!
these are a speciality from the north !! they have many many types but they're usually a tangy thickened broth poured over peas, or chickpeas, or even samosas and sometimes even eaten with curd <3 they're kinda spicy and really yum !
4. chaats !!
these are a speciality from the north !! they have many many types but they're usually a tangy thickened broth poured over peas, or chickpeas, or even samosas and sometimes even eaten with curd <3 they're kinda spicy and really yum !
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5. biryani
biryani is like the richer foods of india, you eat it during festivals, important occasions and times when there are celebrations :D rice is slow cooked with SO many spices, choice of meat and sometimes even over coal for that smoky flavor. 10/10 must try
5. biryani
biryani is like the richer foods of india, you eat it during festivals, important occasions and times when there are celebrations :D rice is slow cooked with SO many spices, choice of meat and sometimes even over coal for that smoky flavor. 10/10 must try
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6. poori & channa (chole battura)
ah, typical breakfast. pooris or batturas are evened out doughs that are fried and they get poofed up in the oil and is eaten with channa (chickpeas) masala !!
6. poori & channa (chole battura)
ah, typical breakfast. pooris or batturas are evened out doughs that are fried and they get poofed up in the oil and is eaten with channa (chickpeas) masala !!
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7. dhoklas
gujarati dish !! i've eaten it only a few times but it tastes like heaven <3 it's fermented batter with chickpeas and is served with accompaniments like chutneys and it's so POOFY
7. dhoklas
gujarati dish !! i've eaten it only a few times but it tastes like heaven <3 it's fermented batter with chickpeas and is served with accompaniments like chutneys and it's so POOFY
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8. jigarthanda
no, you won't get this anywhere in the world, ma'am. speciality and almost a brand of madurai, tamil nadu !! it's a sweet milk drink, made with almond gum, and syrup <3 god when i tell u i miss it so much
8. jigarthanda
no, you won't get this anywhere in the world, ma'am. speciality and almost a brand of madurai, tamil nadu !! it's a sweet milk drink, made with almond gum, and syrup <3 god when i tell u i miss it so much
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9. gulab jamun
staple indian dessert ! the jamuns are fried balls of dough that are golden brown in color, and are dunked into rose flavored sugar syrup and garnished with cardamom <3 it's like everyone's favorite
9. gulab jamun
staple indian dessert ! the jamuns are fried balls of dough that are golden brown in color, and are dunked into rose flavored sugar syrup and garnished with cardamom <3 it's like everyone's favorite
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10. masala dosa
breakfast again ! dosas are flat pancakes made out of rice flour and this masala dosa is stuffed with a potato masala which you have to eat together !! the dosa is very crispy and is sometimes buttered or even rubbed with ghee for taste <3
10. masala dosa
breakfast again ! dosas are flat pancakes made out of rice flour and this masala dosa is stuffed with a potato masala which you have to eat together !! the dosa is very crispy and is sometimes buttered or even rubbed with ghee for taste <3
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11. appam
appam is a speciality of kerala, india ! these are similar to dosas but are made aromatic with coconut milk and jaggery ! they're usually served with a coconut poriyal in kerala, but can be eaten with chicken masala, and even be sweetened <3
11. appam
appam is a speciality of kerala, india ! these are similar to dosas but are made aromatic with coconut milk and jaggery ! they're usually served with a coconut poriyal in kerala, but can be eaten with chicken masala, and even be sweetened <3
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12. bisibelebath
speciality of karnataka ! these are richer versions of sambar rice with more thicker sambar, more lentils, vegetables, ghee and extra love <3 it's a bit sour and spicy and if you come down to bangalore, definitely try this one out !!
12. bisibelebath
speciality of karnataka ! these are richer versions of sambar rice with more thicker sambar, more lentils, vegetables, ghee and extra love <3 it's a bit sour and spicy and if you come down to bangalore, definitely try this one out !!
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13. kaju katli
their diamond shape makes them so recognizable !! they're rich and heavy and mostly made of kaju (cashew) and it's just so good to binge eat T___T
13. kaju katli
their diamond shape makes them so recognizable !! they're rich and heavy and mostly made of kaju (cashew) and it's just so good to binge eat T___T
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14. pongal
speciality of tamil nadu! it's usually cooked during harvest festival in january but can be eaten anytime !! first picture is the savoury version, second is the sweet version and third is the milky, sweet version <3 (third one is my fave)
14. pongal
speciality of tamil nadu! it's usually cooked during harvest festival in january but can be eaten anytime !! first picture is the savoury version, second is the sweet version and third is the milky, sweet version <3 (third one is my fave)
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15. jalebi
another fan favorite indian sweet ! jalebis are crispy and usually are made by deep frying maida flour, adding that distinctive orange color and dunking them into sugar syrup and is usually garnished with cardamom, and fine sugar <3
15. jalebi
another fan favorite indian sweet ! jalebis are crispy and usually are made by deep frying maida flour, adding that distinctive orange color and dunking them into sugar syrup and is usually garnished with cardamom, and fine sugar <3
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16. tandoori recipes
okay so. tandoori cookery is a indian method of cooking over a charcoal fire in a tandoor, a cylindrical clay oven. the dishes that are made this way are low in fat and taste very delicious bc the masala gets cooked so well and even char amazingly.
16. tandoori recipes
okay so. tandoori cookery is a indian method of cooking over a charcoal fire in a tandoor, a cylindrical clay oven. the dishes that are made this way are low in fat and taste very delicious bc the masala gets cooked so well and even char amazingly.
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17. pulihora / puliyogare
originating from andhra but is eaten all over the south! it's tamarind flavored rice, cooked with mustard, garlic, and sometimes even jaggery and boondi which gives it a sour yet spicy taste !! it's such a comfort food and so tasty
17. pulihora / puliyogare
originating from andhra but is eaten all over the south! it's tamarind flavored rice, cooked with mustard, garlic, and sometimes even jaggery and boondi which gives it a sour yet spicy taste !! it's such a comfort food and so tasty
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18. butter chicken + naan
the one and only. naan is flatbread made of maida and slow cooked in tandoori or over pan and butter chicken is a super rich accompaniment that has smoked chicken, along with lots of butter, aromatic spices, its own color and spiciness !
18. butter chicken + naan
the one and only. naan is flatbread made of maida and slow cooked in tandoori or over pan and butter chicken is a super rich accompaniment that has smoked chicken, along with lots of butter, aromatic spices, its own color and spiciness !
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19. palak paneer
palak paneer is made of spinach and hence, the green color. it's staple to eat with chapathi (wheat flatbreads) and rotis, it tastes a bit bitter but with all the other spices, you won't even feel it! sometimes fresh cream is also added for richness <3
19. palak paneer
palak paneer is made of spinach and hence, the green color. it's staple to eat with chapathi (wheat flatbreads) and rotis, it tastes a bit bitter but with all the other spices, you won't even feel it! sometimes fresh cream is also added for richness <3
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20. payasam / kheer
payasam is a staple final course in meals, and it's made of condensed milk, vermicelli, ghee, cardamom, almonds, dry fruits, cashews, and sometimes even tapioca pearls <3 it's super rich and diabetes inducing hehe but super nice to finish meals w !!
20. payasam / kheer
payasam is a staple final course in meals, and it's made of condensed milk, vermicelli, ghee, cardamom, almonds, dry fruits, cashews, and sometimes even tapioca pearls <3 it's super rich and diabetes inducing hehe but super nice to finish meals w !!
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21. kulfi
and to finish my thread, here's the south asian version of an ice cream! kulfis are made of heavy cream, milk, saffron, almonds, pistachios and more altered to fit tastes !! they're so SO SO SO YUM
21. kulfi
and to finish my thread, here's the south asian version of an ice cream! kulfis are made of heavy cream, milk, saffron, almonds, pistachios and more altered to fit tastes !! they're so SO SO SO YUM
i've decided to add more dishes to this thread !
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22. vawksa rep
mizo dish which is smoked pork prepared with mushrooms, spinach, and pork in oyster sauce and ginger-garlic paste! it's super nice for a rainy day and cold days <3
22. vawksa rep
mizo dish which is smoked pork prepared with mushrooms, spinach, and pork in oyster sauce and ginger-garlic paste! it's super nice for a rainy day and cold days <3
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23. singju
manipuri speciality! made with unique ingredients such as lotus stem, unripe papaya, beans and banana flower, non vegetarians and vegetarians alike love it !
23. singju
manipuri speciality! made with unique ingredients such as lotus stem, unripe papaya, beans and banana flower, non vegetarians and vegetarians alike love it !
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24. masoor tenga
masoor tenga (meaning sour fish) is served all over assam - from a home-cooked lunch to a festive feast! it is made with very little spices but a lot of lime and ridge gourd, best enjoyed with steamed rice <3
24. masoor tenga
masoor tenga (meaning sour fish) is served all over assam - from a home-cooked lunch to a festive feast! it is made with very little spices but a lot of lime and ridge gourd, best enjoyed with steamed rice <3
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25. gundruk and sinki
gundruk and sinki is a vegetarian appetizer from sikkim made with leaves of spinach, radish and cauliflower, the dish is also made into soups and pickle !!
25. gundruk and sinki
gundruk and sinki is a vegetarian appetizer from sikkim made with leaves of spinach, radish and cauliflower, the dish is also made into soups and pickle !!
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26. jadoh
jadoh is meghalaya's signature dish! it is red rice, cooked with generous amounts of pork meat. sometimes, it is also cooked with chicken or fish. a mix of green chillies, onions, ginger, turmeric, black pepper and bay leaves is also added <3
26. jadoh
jadoh is meghalaya's signature dish! it is red rice, cooked with generous amounts of pork meat. sometimes, it is also cooked with chicken or fish. a mix of green chillies, onions, ginger, turmeric, black pepper and bay leaves is also added <3
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27. samosa
y'all know what it is
samosas are stuffed, triangle shaped dough that are deep fried !! the stuffing can vary with everyone's taste but is usually made with potato masala, but non-veg versions of it also exist. served w chutneys !!
27. samosa
y'all know what it is
samosas are stuffed, triangle shaped dough that are deep fried !! the stuffing can vary with everyone's taste but is usually made with potato masala, but non-veg versions of it also exist. served w chutneys !!
okay !! ending the thread at #27 :D i know i may have missed a lot of foods but go ahead and add more to the thread <3 we love to see desi solidarity
OKAY IM NOT ENDING THE THREAD BUT FUCK THE NUMBERS . ME AND HOMIES STOPPED CARING ABT NUMBERS
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speciality food from darjeeling !! thukpa in first picture, aloo dum in second, sel roti eaten during dasai <3
speciality food from darjeeling !! thukpa in first picture, aloo dum in second, sel roti eaten during dasai <3
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carrot (gajar) halwa
it's a carrot based dessert and it's made from condensed milk, ghee, nuts and that deep orange color is so appetizing !! they usually serve this at weddings with ice creams and it's so good <3
carrot (gajar) halwa
it's a carrot based dessert and it's made from condensed milk, ghee, nuts and that deep orange color is so appetizing !! they usually serve this at weddings with ice creams and it's so good <3
