Weeknight

Recipes

Keema matar that stays savoury instead of swimming in oil

Good keema matar needs enough fat to fry the masala, not a slick on every spoon. Brown the mince, reduce the tomato properly, then add peas late so they stay sweet and green.

Hassan Raza · 22 Oct 2026

Recipes

Masoor dal for a weeknight: make the tadka the last five minutes

Red lentils cook quickly enough for a weeknight. Simmer them simply, mash only as much as you like, then let a fresh onion or cumin-garlic tadka provide the final aroma.

Hassan Raza · 6 Oct 2026

Recipes

Chicken tikka in a home oven: chase char without drying the meat

Oven chicken tikka needs an assertive yoghurt marinade, high heat and enough space around each piece. Finish under the grill for colour instead of overbaking for dryness.

Hassan Raza · 3 Oct 2026