A complete set of essential spices is one of the cornerstones of a well-stocked pantry. In my kitchen, I keep basic and Lebanese-specific spices. What is spice? Spices are intensely flavored dried ...

Dudhi na Thepla are a Gujarati flatbread made with grated bottle gourd, whole wheat flour and basic spices. Plain thepla are a staple in Gujarati cuisine and are much loved due to their versatility.

Aloo Tikki – Indian mashed potato patties that are tawa pan-fried until crispy outside and fluffy in the middle. I flavour them simply with green chillies, ginger and few basic spices. Perfect for ...