Chakka kuru Thoran
Sridevi’s recipe for chakka kuru and murungakai thoran—highlighting jackfruit seeds and drumsticks—emerges from a monsoon tradition in Kerala.
Biran
A hearty one-pot meal that brings together fish roe, chana dal, and Gobindobhog rice.
Modachya Methichi Usal
This twist on a traditional Maharashtrian recipe balances the bitterness of methi with coconut flakes and jaggery.
Love as Cake
This chocolate cake with mango-white chocolate frosting and cherry-rose compote is inspired by monsoon fruit, 90s nostalgia, and a love song that felt too good to be true.
Nga Atoiba Thongba / Meitei Fish Curry
A Manipuri dish often made to mark milestones, Nga Atoiba Thongba is a delicately spiced, herb-laced fish curry that carries the comforting aroma of home and celebration.
Karonda and Green Chilli Pickle
This sharp and vibrant pickle aptly captures the fleeting flavours of early monsoon.
Ras Waali Bhindi
Rooted in seasonal, home-style cooking, this dish from Bihar highlights bhindi that is simmered in mustard oil and spices.
Goa-Style Barracuda Steaks
In this curry-based recipe from coastal Goa, crisp-fried barracuda steaks are simmered in a vindaloo masala rich in tamarind and spices.
Tendli Masale Bhat
A seasonal rice-based dish made with tender tendli, this Maharashtrian recipe brings together spices, fresh coconut, and everyday pantry staples to make a comforting and flavourful meal.
Mahua Barfi
The inherently sweet, floral notes of dried mahua flowers take centre stage in this nourishing barfi.
Mahua Puri
Rooted in the forested heartlands of central India, this recipe celebrates the subtle sweetness and earthy depth of an ingredient often forgotten—mahua.