The practice of langar was started by Guru Nanak in the 15th century to try to eliminate the caste system, where people of any religion, caste, …
Recipes
Samosa – Crunchy Restaurant Style
I spent my childhood in Southall and back then, it had three Indian cinemas – The Dominion, The Century and The Liberty. We lived in …
Jeera Rice
Rice cooked with cumin & onions Jeera Rice is cooked at least twice a week in my home as five out of seven of our …
Keema Mattar
Minced lamb and peas cooked in spices Keema Mattar is such a beautiful dish – the combination of the spicy lamb mince and the sweetness …
Pakora
Crispy gluten-free vegetarian fritters A Pakora is the snack you are most likely to be offered when you turn up at a Punjabi family home …
PunjaBee Halloumi wraps
Stir fried vegetables and halloumi served with a spicy mayo in a wrap or pitta I was introduced to Halloumi when my daughter and son …
Spicy Lamb Rogan Josh
Lamb cooked in a beautiful ginger & tomato sauce This particular lamb dish (Rogan Josh) has a Kashmiri origin. It can be made with lamb …
Mango Kheer
Mango flavoured Indian rice pudding My mum loved Kheer and always made it when there was a special occasion as a ‘Sagan or Shagun’ – …
Achari Gobi Masala
Cauliflower & Potatoes cooked in a spicy gravy Achari Gobi Masala is the alternative to Aloo Gobi as the cauliflower florets are cut into small …
Missi Dalwali Roti
Roti made with dal and a concoction of spices and ingredients Missi roti is cooked often in many indian homes. Made using left over dal …