Indian food glossary

Written By Ben Francis

A

Aloo / Alu — Potato

B

Baingan — Aubergine / Eggplant
Bhindi — Okra / Lady’s finger

C

Capsicum — Bell pepper
Chai — Tea
Chana / Channa — Chickpeas

D

Dahi — Yoghurt
Dal / Daal — Lentils

G

Gobi — Cauliflower
Gosht — Meat

J

Jeera — Cumin

M

Machli — Fish
Masala — Spice mix / spiced
Matar — Peas
Methi — Fenugreek leaves
Murgh — Chicken

P

Paneer — Indian cottage cheese
Palak — Spinach
Paani — Water
Pudina — Mint

R

Rajma — Kidney beans

S

Saag — Leafy greens, often spinach or mustard greens
Tandoori — Cooked in a tandoor oven
Thali — Assorted meal platter

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