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Simran’s mom makes an absolutely killer biryani with mouthwatering layers of fluffy basmati rice and perfectly spiced meat or vegetables. A dish like that is a labor of love, requiring lots of pots ...

Rice is staple for most of us. It is healthy, wholesome and can be paired with dal, sabzi, curry and more. Besides, it is versatile to the core. From simple steamed rice to pulao and biryani - we ...

Versatile, wholesome and healthy, rice is one staple ingredient that is eaten in almost every household on a daily basis. It can be cooked as mains like biryani, pulao, khichdi or can also be eaten ...

Kaju Pulao, or Cashew Nut Pulao, is a simple yet rich rice dish known for its aromatic flavors and nutty crunch. This pulao is an excellent choice for special occasions, festive meals, or when you ...

When Madhur Jaffrey first published her cookbook, “An Invitation to Indian Cooking,” in 1973, Americans had a hard time finding Indian staples like garam masala and basmati rice in local supermarkets, ...

Twenty years ago, we learnt to associate basmati with aristocracy. My father was of the view that it came from bade shahers (bigger cities) like Delhi or Kolkata, and he could have been right.