Punjabi dishes explained
Paneer karahi: the peppery wok curry explained
Paneer karahi is a tomato, pepper and ginger curry cooked in a wok-like pot. See how it is made, how it differs from paneer butter masala and what to eat it with.
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Punjabi dishes explained
Saag paneer: what it is, how it is made and how to eat it
Saag paneer is a Punjabi curry of spinach and fresh cheese. Learn the ingredients, texture, spice level, how it is made and what to eat it with.
Punjabi dishes explained
Easy recipe of butter chicken: a weeknight version at home
An easy recipe of butter chicken for home: marinate, sear and simmer in a tomato, butter and cream sauce in about an hour, with swaps and fixes.
Punjabi dishes explained
Butter chicken vs tikka masala: how the two curries differ
Butter chicken vs tikka masala explained: sauce base, spice level, creaminess, origin and when to pick each curry, plus what is known about 5911 Dhaba.