Author(s): The Australian Women's Weekly

Regional

Indian food is one of the world's most exotic and enticing cuisines.Characterised by the use of spices, herbs, pulses and an abundance of vegetables, the food of this intensely colourful and vibrant culture is a sensual overload. Whip up samosas, pakoras and bhajis to snack on, cook up a korma, balti, tikka masala or rogan josh for the family, impress your guests with an Indian-inspired tray bake or roast, and make easy sides such as Indian breads, rice, chutneys and pickles, as well as delicious Indian sweets and desserts.