The Chutney Life: 100 Easy-To-Make Indian-Inspired Recipes

An inspiring Indian American cookbook from a popular social media influencer and home cook. On her blog, The Chutney Life , Palak Patel breaks down the intricacies of Indian cooking into accessible recipes for all home cooks. From the importance of a good tadka— a means through which whole spices are tempered in oil to increase their flavor profile—to countless easy hacks such as upgrading a classic can of Campbell's Tomato Soup with a little ginger, garlic, and coriander, these recipes are fresh, inventive, and irresistible. With Patel's signature snacks—spreading lasan ni chutney (a spicy spread made by pounding together fresh garlic cloves and chili powder in a mortar and pestle) inside of a quesadilla or adding just a touch of cumin and coriander powder to cream of cauliflower soup—you'll never get bored or see the same old stuff. The 100 easy-to-make recipes in this cookbook not only celebrate the Indian food Patel grew up eating but also the loving hands that made that food. Filled with anecdotes, love notes to Patel's favorite kitchen tools, and many time-saving tips, Patel's recipes find inspiration in resourcefulness. Busy moms and curious cooks alike will find new, exciting flavors here, inspired by souvenirs of Patel's travels, makeovers of classics, and Indian remakes of favorites, including: Coconut Shrimp Po' Boys with Panang Curry Remoulade; Crispy Barbecue Chicken Keema Tacos; Masala Pot Pies covered in beautiful delicious golden puff pastry; and secret recipes for Patel's unbeatable chutneys. By embracing the magic that happens when flavors transcend continents and cultures, The Chutney Life finds the perfect balance in Indian-American cooking. Includes Color Images *These recipes are fan favorites from The Chutney Life blog. INTRODUCTION BREAKFAST & BRUNCH Baked French Toast with Whipped Raspberry-Rose Yogurt Chilaquiles Verdes with Esquites Breakfast Naan Pizza Turkish Eggs Zucchini Dangela Mini Curried Egg Salad Sandwiches* Asparagus & Pepper Jack Rosti with Tarragon-Garlic Aioli Banana–Cardamom Crumb Muffins Cornflakes Chevdo Overnight Mango Chia Pudding Sunrise Citrus Smoothie Tahini, Coffee & Chikoo Shake SOUPS Coconut Curry Noodle Soup Chana Masala Minestrone Vegetarian Zuppa Toscana with Lentils Upgraded Campbell’s Tomato Soup with Chile Cheese Croutons Too Good to Be True Corn Soup Miso Noodle Soup Fiery Pinto Bean Soup* SALADS Smashed Potato Salad with Green Goddess Dressing Kale & Quinoa Salad with Roasted Cauliflower, Apples & Curry Vinaigrette Cold Noodle Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing Chopped Kachumber Salad with Spiced Sourdough Croutons Arugula & Spiced Lentil Salad with Balsamic-Tahini Dressing & Chili Naan Crisps SUNDAY FUNDAY Barbecue Paneer Pizzas Spiced Turkey Burgers with Tandoori Onions & Cilantro Jalapeño Sauce* Taco “Salad” with Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Paneer & Amul Cheese Spring Rolls Spicy Watermelon Margs EASY-ISH DINNERS Sandwich Night Samosa Grilled Cheese Avocado Thecha Sandwich Veggie Hummus Sandwich Cauliflower Toasties with Whipped Goat Cheese Shiitake Mushroom Cheesesteaks with Sriracha Aioli & Pickled Veggies* Hangover Spaghetti Masala Pot Pies Buttery Bowties & Matar Spaghetti Squash Masala One-Pan Cheesy Pav Bhaji Quinoa Black Bean Crunch Wrap Quesadillas Tawa Pulao with Kidney Beans Crispy Gochujang-Glazed Sweet Potato Tacos WEEKEND PROJECTS Vegetable Enchiladas with Poblano Cream Sauce* Spinach-Artichoke Lasagna Roll-Ups Mom’s Falafel Lamb Kheema–Stuffed Peppers Chicken Makhni Paneer Makhni Kofta Subs PATEL FAMILY RECIPES Bataka Poha Chili Onion Uttapam with Coconut Cilantro Chutney Bharela Ringan & Bataka MIL’s Sev Ussal Masoor Dal Pudla Classic Paratha Kala Chana Nu Shaak Mom’s Dal Fry & Jeera Rice* Chaat CHAAT & PAKORA PARTY Kasturi Onion Bhajiya Pineapple Mojitos Cilantro Chutney Yogurt Chutney Spicy Garlic Chutney Tamarind Date Chutney NON-VEG Panko-Crusted Halibut with Jammy Harissa Tomatoes One-Pan Salmon & Spinach Masala Shrimp Scampi Coconut Shrimp Po’ Boys with Panang Curry Remoulade Chicken Pita Wraps with Tomato Onion Salad & Tzatziki Crispy Barbecue Chicken Kheema Tacos with Avocado-Orange Salsa Sweet & Spicy Turkey Meatballs with Noodles Korean-Inspired Baked Wings Chandani’s Chicken Tortilla Soup CBLT & Curry Aioli Orechiette with Spicy Sausage Kheema & Kale Lamb Chops with Chimichurri Couscous & Garlicky Yogurt Sauce SNACKS & DRINKS Herbed Ricotta Crostini Dip* Hot & Cheesy Corn Dip Queso Blanco Dip Hoagie Dip Barbecue Chicken Dip Hummus, Two Ways Cilantro Jalapeño Hummus Harissa Hummus Tandoori Onion Tart Achari-Stuffed Mushrooms Poblano Nachos with Chorizo Mom’s Masala Cashews Rosé Sangria Surprise Gin-ger & Tonic CHUTNEYS & CONDIMENTS Cilantro Jalapeño Sauce* Apple Butter Chutney Chipotle Aioli Coconut Cilantro Chutney Aioli, Three Ways Curry Aioli Tarragon Aioli Sriracha Aioli Chimichurri Tzatziki Classic Raita Chaat Onions Garlicky Yogurt Sauce Lasanyu Marchu Athela Marcha ACKNOWLEDGMENTS Index of Searchable Terms