Basics of the Indian kitchen -- The treasures of the Indian pantry -- Chapati, poori, naan, and other fresh hot breads -- Sweet-scented basmati: the fabled pilafs and biryanis -- Chaat: tantalizing small plates and snacks -- Pakora, pappadam, and other starters -- Idli, dosa, and other casual fare -- Tongue teasers: chutneys and pickles -- Cool yogurt, refreshing raitas, and kachumbers -- Fresh paneer: cheese panache -- Bountiful blossoms: the vegetable kingdom -- Everyday meat and poultry specialties -- Seafood paradise -- The tastes of Tandoor: Indian barbecue -- Dal, rasam, and mulligatawny soups -- Chill chasers: bean and lentil sambars and stews -- A sweet note: desserts -- Thirst quenchers: cold and hot drinks -- Indian breath mints.
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