Indian cuisine, known for its bold flavours and vibrant colours, has spread its wings across the globe.
From the spicy curries of North India to the tangy sambar of the South, Indian food is a culinary treasure. Its popularity can be seen in the countless restaurants and take-out spots that have sprouted worldwide, serving up traditional and fusion dishes.
When it comes to food, pairing flavours is an art. The right combination can elevate a dish, making it a memorable experience.
And with Indian cuisine, there's so much to explore. The diverse flavours and textures offer endless possibilities for creative pairings that not only tantalise the taste buds but also harmonise the dining experience.
Below are some of the best food combinations in Indian cuisine that you can try.
Curry and naan bread
Curry is a key part of Indian food. The rich silky flavour in a creamy curry sauce makes everything taste better.
One of the most popular curry-based Indian dishes is the chicken curry. The perfect blend of puréed nuts, cream and yoghurt, along with the toasted spices, gives it a distinctive taste.
It is best eaten with naan as the starchy components of the naan complement the curry perfectly.
A typical naan is made of white flour along with yoghurt and yeast to make the soft elastic dough. There are several variations of naan that you can try with your curry.
Rasam and rice
Rasam holds a special place in the category of comforting food especially in the winter season. It warms the heart and strengthens the immune system, just like soups and stews.
If you are feeling under the weather, shifting the palate to rasam and rice is the best decision. There are a wide range of rasam recipes that can be tried.
Dosa and filter coffee
With dosa, there cannot be anything but a classic cup of hot filter coffee. A dosa meal is considered to be healthy and wholesome. Usually eaten for breakfast, a plate of dosa along with chutney, is made to go with hot filter coffee.
Veg or non-veg breyani with raita
Breyani is a celebration of everything great about Indian cuisine – fluffy rice, addictive curry flavours, vibrant colours, and powerful aromas.
From chicken breyani to veg breyani, there are so many variations available. It is our favourite meat or vegetable buried under delicately spiced and fluffy rice.
It is made in a pot over low heat so that the rice absorbs the flavours of the curry. You can pair breyani with raita, a yoghurt-based dish that is salty, sweet and savoury.
The cooling effect of yoghurt, coriander and mint can tone down the heat from the spices of breyani.