Indian Ingredients in English

Using cumin seeds in tempering

• adds aroma and flavor to dishes

• makes the dish spicy

• increases cooking time

• reduces the nutritional value

Fenugreek leaves

• Methi

• Coriander

• Basil

• Thyme

Indian gooseberry

• Amla

• Gooseberry

• Bilberry

• Blackcurrant

Cumin seeds

• Jeera

• Turmeric

• Coriander

• Fennel

Flattened rice

• Poha

• Basmati

• Jasmine

• Sona Masoori

Substituting ghee with oil

• improves the nutritional value of food

• changes the taste and texture of food

• makes food more aromatic

• reduces cooking time

Cottage cheese

• Ricotta

• Paneer

• Feta

• Mascarpone

Split pigeon peas

• chickpeas

• dal

• lentils

• black beans

Bengal gram flour

• Chickpea flour

• Besan

• Rice flour

• Wheat flour

Mixing besan in pakoras

• bind vegetables and gives crispiness

• makes them soggy

• adds sweetness

• increases cooking time