Varan Bhaat (Maharashtrian Dal Rice)
Simple, soothing Maharashtrian toor dal with turmeric and asafoetida, served over steamed rice with ghee and lemon. Ready in about 35 minutes.
Recipe Collection
Maharashtrian
Recipes from Maharashtra in western India: thecha, pitla, varan bhaat and more everyday home cooking, with notes on where to find ingredients outside India.
Pitla (Maharashtrian Gram Flour Curry)
Thick, creamy Maharashtrian gram flour curry with mustard seeds, curry leaves, onion and garlic. A 20-minute pantry dinner, naturally vegan and gluten-free.
Green Chilli Thecha (Maharashtrian Chutney)
Fiery, rustic Maharashtrian chutney of blistered green chillies and garlic pounded with roasted peanuts and coriander. Ready in 15 minutes.