accompaniments

The things that accompany a meal. The pickles and chutneys you make and serve show how much you appreciate your guests or family. These are the difference between having a curry and having a special Indian meal.

Fresh, home-made accompaniments are rewarding and easy to make. Your guests will love you for these.

green apple raita

The coolness of the yoghurt, with the sweetness of the fruit, makes this apple raita, or hare seb ki raita, the perfect accompaniment for hot food

beetroot raita

A south Indian beetroot raita, or pachadi. This is a vibrant coloured dish, with fresh crunchy beetroot, cooling yoghurt and a hint of spice.

carrot raita

This carrot raita is another simple, easy, and refreshing accompaniment made with yoghurt, carrots, green chillies, and a few spices. Gajar ka raita is from the Punjabi cuisine.

cucumber raita

The coolness of the cucumber and yoghurt, with a touch of sweetness, makes this kheere ka raita the perfect accompaniment for hot food

tomato, cucumber and onion salad

Fresh and slightly acidic, kachumber is a chopped salad featuring tomato, cucumber and onion. It is one of the most common accompaniments to an Indian meal.