Comforting Indian dishes that are cooked and cherished in homes across India — simple, soulful recipes you might not find on a restaurant menu but that define everyday Indian cooking.

Sambar is a classic South Indian lentil and vegetable stew known for its comforting depth and perfectly balanced texture. Creamy toor dal forms the base,… READ MORE

Rajma Masala, or Red Kidney Beans in an Onion-Tomato sauce, is a classic Northern Indian dish. It is the Punjabi version of an old staple… READ MORE

Amritsari Chole is another recipe, in a series, that stars Chickpeas. As part of my research related to recipes, I speak with expert cooks among my family and friends.… READ MORE

If you’ve browsed recipes on PureCurry.com, you noticed that I already have at least a couple of recipes with chickpeas as the star ingredient. My wife… READ MORE

Chana Madra is a traditional chickpea curry from Himachal Pradesh made with yogurt and a fragrant blend of freshly ground spices. Enriched with cashews and… READ MORE

Black Chickpeas Curry (Kala Chana) is another healthy, vegetarian dish high in fiber and protein. If you like chickpeas (“Chana Masala”), you’ll enjoy this curry,… READ MORE