Ever wondered why dal tastes richer at restaurants, paneer always stays soft, and biryani smells like pure temptation? The truth is, chefs aren't hiding magic. They just use a few simple tricks that ...

Ivy Manning is a Portland, Oregon-based award-winning food writer and author of 10 cookbooks. She is a regular recipe tester and editor for Eater as well as for restaurants and appliance brands.

Few dishes capture the heart of Indian comfort food quite like a piping hot bowl of dal tadka. Simple, satisfying, and packed with flavour, this dish has been a staple in homes and roadside eateries ...

Lucknowi Dal Falaknuma is a lesser-known dal variation of the City of Lucknow, which chef Ranveer Brar learnt from his ustaad (master). It is a high-protein dal preparation that uses moong, urad, and ...