Channa Ki Dal:
Made from split chickpeas cooked with aromatic spices, onions, tomatoes, and finished with a flavorful tempering (tarka). It has a slightly nutty taste and a thick, satisfying texture, making it a popular everyday meal served with rice or flatbreads.

Ingredients:
Chana Dal (split chickpeas), cooking oil, Onion, Ginger-garlic paste, Tomato, Green chili, Cumin seeds, Turmeric powder, Red chili powder, Coriander powder, Garam masala, Salt, Water, Garlic, Dried red chilies, Asafoetida.

Agra ka baingan bharwa (Aubergine curry):

Tender aubergines cooked in a spiced gravy. The aubergines are gently simmered with chickpeas in a sauce of onions, tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic spices such as garam masala, turmeric, and chilli powder. A touch of coconut milk adds creaminess, while subtle sweetness balances the heat, resulting in a hearty, mildly spiced curry with a smooth and comforting texture.

Ingredients:
Aubergine, chickpeas, onion, tomato, tomato puree, garlic, sugar, salt, vegetable oil, garam masala, coconut milk, chilli powder, turmeric powder.

Tehri Rice:
One-pot rice dish made by cooking basmati rice with vegetables like peas, carrots, potatoes and aromatic spices. It is mildly spiced, comforting, and often prepared as a quick, wholesome meal, especially in households where a simple yet flavorful dish is preferred.

Ingredients:
Basmati rice, potatoes, green peas, carrot, onion, green chili, ginger and garlic paste, cumin seeds, bay leaf, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, oil, salt, water