Few-Philosopher-4742 OP t1_j8ipptp wrote on February 14, 2023 at 4:36 PM

Reply to comment by jbcg in Did Udupi (Indian restaurant off rt 9 shrewsbury) permanently close or relocate? by Few-Philosopher-4742

I would be really interested in trying this and I’m a good cook but I’ve just always read that Indian food is extremely difficult to make. That and the list of ingredients I need when I look up recipes for Chole/ Chana masala or daal makes it seem really expensive. Where do you get your recipes?

Do you know if they sell premade dosa batter at any of the markets? That might be an easier (and cheaper) place to start?

jbcg t1_j8irztg wrote on February 14, 2023 at 4:51 PM

Re: difficulty, imo, a lot of recipes are time-consuming, but not technique-heavy. A good food processor is key. Definitely don't be intimidated.

The initial spice purchasing shouldn't be too bad if you go to an Indian market and buy in bulk, same w/ dry lentils, chickpeas, even a big block of paneer to freeze. We hunt down recipes on the internet and make adjustments based on spice/flavor preference. This recipe for saag paneer for example.

Re: dosa, I draw the line at Indian breads, mostly to keep carbs down. I looked up a recipe though and yowza, that's quite the affair and commitment, even for an experienced baker! Good luck w/ that one :)