Every great curry or biryani deserves the perfect accompaniment. This is my collection of homemade Indian condiments. The flavour-boosters that make a meal complete. From the essential ginger and garlic paste that forms the base of almost every dish I make, to tangy chutneys, cooling raitas, fiery achaar, and fresh relishes. These are the finishing touches that bring Indian cooking to life. Simple to make at home, and so much better than anything from a jar.
Growing up in a Durban Indian household, there was always a container of ginger and garlic paste in the fridge. My mum made it in bulk and it went into almost every pot. It elevates every dish and it far better than anything you’ll find…