Indian Food Explained by Cook Like An Aunty
You don't have to be an aunty to make delicious Indian food.
Cook Like An Aunty shares the history, cultural significance, and recipes of your favorite Indian dishes. It specifically focuses on how American born desis, spouses, and friends experience Indian food in North American.
Whether you are cooking to impress your in-laws, connect your children with your Indian heritage, or cure homesickness, you will learn to cook like an aunty.
Podcasting since 2023 • 14 episodes
Indian Food Explained by Cook Like An Aunty
Latest Episodes
Why does Indian cuisine only use one type of cheese, paneer?
Is paneer the only cheese used in Indian cuisine? Listen to this episode to discover why many people don't know about the other types of cheeses in India! Also, we'll talk about a brief history of cheese and paneer.Join the Cook Like An ...
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What is hing and why is it so popular in Indian cuisine?
What is hing (asafoetida/asafetida)? Why is hing so popular in Indian cuisine but not others?We explore the answers to all of these questions in this episode and talk about how to include hing in your Indian recipes. Listen to the episo...
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Atta and Maida: All about Indian Breads
What is the difference between roti and chapati? What about naan and kulcha? How are paratha and parotta different?We explore the answers to all of these questions in this episode and talk about other breads from the Indian subcontinent...
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What is Indian fine dining and a brief history of Indian restaurants in North America
After a recent visit to the fine dining restaurant Indienne Chicago, I looked into the history of Indian restaurants in North America. Also, I give a review of my experience eating at Indienne Chicago.See photos of the dishes:
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