Watch this episode for an introduction to Indian cooking through a description of the basic spices needed and Anupy Singla's own personal background. We will look at a masala dabba, the way Indians store and disperse spices; the spice blends that are used most frequently; and why learning which spices go with which flavoring is key to getting Indian food right. We will showcase how to make Eggplant and Potatoes, Raita Yogurt, and a Kachumber Salad. Pantry Basics: Organizing and storing your spices.

Watch this episode for an introduction to Indian cooking through a description of the basic spices needed and Anupy Singla's own personal background. We will look at a masala dabba, the way Indians store and disperse spices; the spice blends that are used most frequently; and why learning which spices go with which flavoring is key to getting Indian food right. We will showcase how to make Eggplant and Potatoes, Raita Yogurt, and a Kachumber Salad. Pantry Basics: Organizing and storing your spices.

Anupy Singla breaks down one of the biggest misnomers about Indian cooking in the West - the word curry. In America it has come to mean a spice blend; but, to Indians it refers to the consistency of a dish and essentially means gravy. Authentic Indian cooking does not use curry powder, but whole basic spices and spice blends. We will make a traditional Punjabi Chicken Curry, which is a two-part process including marinating and cooking. We will also discuss an easy homemade achaar, or Indian pickle, and a smooth Mango Lassi drink.

Anupy Singla breaks down one of the biggest misnomers about Indian cooking in the West - the word curry. In America it has come to mean a spice blend; but, to Indians it refers to the consistency of a dish and essentially means gravy. Authentic Indian cooking does not use curry powder, but whole basic spices and spice blends. We will make a traditional Punjabi Chicken Curry, which is a two-part process including marinating and cooking. We will also discuss an easy homemade achaar, or Indian pickle, and a smooth Mango Lassi drink.