vegetarian – The Pinch of Masala

Bharli Vangi – Maharashtra’s Beloved Stuffed Brinjal Recipe

Puspa / December 16, 2025

Discover Bharli Vangi – Maharashtra’s classic stuffed brinjal curry. This beloved comfort food features baby eggplants filled with a spicy coconut-peanut-goda masala, simmered to tender perfection. Learn about its roots in Pune, Kolhapur and the Konkan coast, get a step-by-step traditional recipe (plus a dry-style twist), and find tips for the softest eggplants and most flavorful stuffing. Serve Bharli Vangi with jowar bhakri, rice, varan or papad for an authentic festive meal.

Lunch & Dinner

Chhatu Besara – Odisha’s Earthy Mustard Mushroom Curry Recipe

Puspa / November 17, 2025

Chhatu Besara is an earthy Odia curry of mushrooms simmered in a pungent mustard paste, often enjoyed in the monsoon season. Learn how to make this traditional vegetarian dish with simple ingredients and spices.

Singhada Chaat: A Nostalgic Navratri Fasting Snack

Festival Food

Singhada Chaat Recipe: A Nostalgic Navratri Fasting Snack

Puspa / November 7, 2025

Singhada Chaat is a flavorful, fasting-friendly Navratri snack made with water chestnut flour (singhara atta), boiled potatoes, and aromatic spices. This heartfelt recipe blends family nostalgia with step-by-step instructions, tips, and devotional context. Serve it with yogurt, pomegranate, or traditional vrat sides for a unique gluten-free twist on chaat that honors Indian fasting traditions.

Dessert

Makhana Kheer | Navratri Special Foxnut Pudding Recipe

Puspa / October 5, 2025

Navratri special makhana kheer – a creamy foxnut (lotus seed) pudding slow-cooked with milk, sugar, and aromatic saffron. Garnished with almonds and raisins, this traditional dessert is pure festive comfort.

Lunch & Dinner, Street Foods

Homestyle Chhole Kulcha Recipe

Puspa / August 2, 2025

Soft oven-warmed kulchas paired with mildly spiced chickpea curry (chhole) – a comforting North Indian family favorite that’s easy to make with pantry staples.

Snacks, Street Foods

Delhi-Style Ram Ladoo Chaat (Moong Dal Pakodi Chaat) Recipe

Puspa / July 2, 2025

Crispy moong dal fritters topped with chutney and radish, Ram Ladoo is Delhi’s favorite street-style winter snack.

Story

From Quick Weeknight Dinners to Festive Sweets – 12 Indian Recipes You Must Try

Puspa / June 29, 2025

From quick weekday dinners to nostalgic festive sweets, this handpicked collection brings together the best Indian recipes from The Pinch of Masala. Explore easy meals, regional favorites, and summer drinks that are simple, flavorful, and made with love—perfect for today’s busy food lovers!

Lunch & Dinner

Homestyle Dal Makhani – A Nostalgic North Indian Comfort Food Recipe

Puspa / May 31, 2025

A warm, creamy North Indian Dal Makhani recipe perfect for cozy family dinners. Slow-cooked whole black lentils and rajma simmered in butter, cream, and spices, served with soft naan or aromatic jeera rice.

Breakfast

South Indian Vegetable Uthappam – A Homestyle Breakfast Story & Recipe

Puspa / May 30, 2025

A warm, nostalgic story and detailed recipe for traditional South Indian Vegetable Uthappam – a thick dosa-like pancake topped with onions, tomatoes, carrots, and capsicum. Learn how to make this homestyle breakfast favorite using regular dosa batter, with serving suggestions like coconut chutney and sambar.

Lunch & Dinner

Fusion Lemon Rice With Garlic and Green Peas Recipe

Puspa / May 1, 2025

“Fusion Lemon Rice combines classic Indian flavors with garlic and sweet green peas, creating a tangy, aromatic, and wholesome meal perfect for lunch boxes or sunny afternoons.”