Cooking Aids

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With the essential Indian cooking aids, you can bring the authentic flavors of India to your kitchen in Europe. Staples like jaggery, tamarind, and edible gum (Goond) are key to traditional Indian sweets, curries, and snacks, offering rich taste and texture. 

Himalayan pink salt, black salt, and rock salt provide perfect seasoning, while kewra and rose water add fragrant aromas to biryanis and desserts. Must-have ingredients like coconut milk and asafoetida (hing) are indispensable in South and North Indian cuisines, ensuring you can effortlessly recreate India's authentic taste.

Dookan provides Indian cooking aids at affordable prices, with discounts of at least 12% for Dookan12Club members. Shipping is fast and reliable to over 20 European countries, with most orders arriving within 2-4 business days. Shipping starts at €4.99, with free delivery for orders over €39. Trusted carriers like PPL, DHL, and Slovak Parcel Service ensure your order reaches you promptly and securely.

Top Indian Cooking Aids You Need In Your Kitchen in Europe 

Dookan provides cooking aids from brands like Tirupati, TRS, Aekshea, Pansari, and Fortune, offering essentials such as jaggery, spices, oils, and salts to ensure authentic Indian flavors in your cooking in Europe. 

Category

Brand

Product

Size/Weight

Jaggery and Sweeteners

Tirupati

Jaggery Gur (White)

1kg

500g

Jaggery Powder

1kg

500g

Jaggery Cubes

1kg

500g

TRS

Jaggery Goor

450g

Aekshea

Indian Punjabi Pesi Goor

1kg

Tamarind

Tirupati

Tamarind Whole

200g

Pansari

Tamarind Whole

4 x 200g

2 x 200g

200g

Edible Gum and Goond

Pansari

Edible Gum / Goond Kathira

100g

Oils

Lakshmi

Groundnut Oil

1L

Fortune

Groundnut Oil 

2 x 1L

1L

Mustard Oil

2 x 500ml

500ml

Sunflower Oil

1L

Rose and Kewra Water

Key Brand

Rose Water

200ml

Kewra Water

200ml

TRS

Rose Water

190ml

Kewra Water

190ml

Salt

TRS

Pink Himalayan Salt

800g

Annam

Rock Salt

500g

Himalayan Crystal Salt Diamond

500g

Heera

Safed Namak / Rock Salt / White Salt

100g

Tata

Vacuum Evaporated Iodised Salt

1kg

TRS

Kala Namak / Rock Salt / Black Salt

100g

Sauces

Chings Secret

Dark Soya Sauce

750g

2 x 200g

200g

Custard and Falooda Mixes

Laziza

Jelly Crystals (Mango, Banana)

85g

Sheer Kurma Mix

160g

Rabdi Falooda Mix

200g

Custard Powder (Pineapple, Strawberry, Pistachio)

300g

Kheer Mix (Almond and Saffron)

155g

Strawberry Falooda Mix

195g

Pista Falooda Mix

200g

Jelly Falooda Mix

235g

Kesar Falooda Mix

200g

Coconut Milk

TRS

Coconut Milk

400ml

Aroy-D

Coconut Milk

400ml

Baking Ingredients

Tropic

Baking Soda / Bicarbonate of Soda / Papad Khar

100g

Heera

Baking Powder Pouch

100g

LG

Asafoetida / Hing Powder

100g

50g

Food Colors

TRS

Green Food Colour

25g

Egg Yellow Food Colour

500g

Deep Orange Food Colour

500g

Miscellaneous

Umami

Ajinomoto / Monosodium Glutamate

200g

Eno

Fruit Salt (Regular, Lemon)

100g

TRS

Fried Onions

400g

How To Use Indian Cooking Aids For Effortless Meals?

Here are some tips and recipes for using Indian cooking aids to create effortless meals, both Indian and European:

Indian Recipes

  1. Tamarind Rice (Puliyodharai)
  2. Jaggery and Rice Pudding (Gud Ki Kheer)
  3. Sambar with Tamarind
    • Ingredients: Tamarind paste, lentils, vegetables (carrots, drumsticks), sambar powder, curry leaves.
    • Recipe: Boil lentils with vegetables, add tamarind paste, sambar powder, and temper with mustard seeds and curry leaves.
    • Recipe Link: Sambar Recipe
  4. Spicy Tamarind Chutney
    • Ingredients: Tamarind paste, jaggery, cumin seeds, chili powder, salt.
    • Recipe: Mix tamarind paste, jaggery, and spices in water. Simmer until thickened.
    • Recipe Link: Tamarind Chutney Recipe

European Recipes

  1. Tamarind Glazed Chicken
    • Ingredients: Tamarind paste, honey, soy sauce, garlic, chicken breasts.
    • Recipe: Mix tamarind paste, honey, soy sauce, and garlic. Marinate chicken, then grill or roast until cooked.
    • Recipe Link: Tamarind Glazed Chicken Recipe
  2. Jaggery Glazed Carrots
    • Ingredients: Carrots, jaggery, butter, cumin seeds.
    • Recipe: Melt butter, add jaggery, and cumin. Toss with cooked carrots for a sweet-spicy glaze.
    • Recipe Link: Jaggery Glazed Carrots Recipe
  3. Tamarind BBQ Sauce
    • Ingredients: Tamarind paste, ketchup, brown sugar, garlic, chili flakes.
    • Recipe: Mix ingredients and simmer until thickened. Use as a glaze or dip for grilled meats or vegetables.
    • Recipe Link: Tamarind BBQ Sauce Recipe
  4. Baked Chicken with Jaggery Marinade
    • Ingredients: Jaggery, mustard, garlic, chicken thighs, olive oil.
    • Recipe: Marinate chicken in a mixture of jaggery, mustard, garlic, and olive oil. Bake until crispy.
    • Recipe Link: Jaggery Chicken Recipe

Health Benefits of Indian Cooking Aids

  • Tamarind: Rich in antioxidants, tamarind helps in digestion, supports heart health, and is a good source of magnesium and potassium, which regulate blood pressure.
  • Jaggery: A natural sweetener loaded with iron, jaggery improves digestion, detoxifies the liver, and boosts immunity by helping the body fight infections.
  • Edible Gum (Gond): Often used in winter recipes, edible gum is known to strengthen bones, improve stamina, and enhance energy levels. It's commonly used in energy-rich snacks.
  • Hing (Asafoetida): Known for its digestive benefits, hing helps reduce bloating, gas, and indigestion. It is also an anti-inflammatory agent and boosts respiratory health.
  • Rose Water and Kewra Water: Used in desserts and drinks, both are known for their calming properties, improving digestion, and providing hydration to the body.
  • Coconut Milk: A rich source of healthy fats, coconut milk boosts metabolism, strengthens immunity, and supports cardiovascular health.

How To Properly Store Indian Cooking Aids For Maximum Freshness

  • Always store cooking aids in airtight containers to prevent exposure to moisture and air, which can cause spoilage and reduce flavor.
  • Keep items in a cool, dry area, away from direct sunlight. Excess heat or humidity can negatively affect the shelf life of many cooking aids.
  • Some items, like ghee, jaggery, and coconut milk, can last longer when stored in the refrigerator, especially after opening. It helps prevent them from going rancid or losing freshness.
  • Label containers with the date of purchase or opening. This will help track how long they’ve been stored and prevent the use of expired products.
  • Use clean, dry utensils when handling cooking aids to avoid introducing moisture or bacteria, which can cause early spoilage.
  • Regularly check stored cooking aids for expiration dates or signs of spoilage, like discoloration, off-smells, or mold.

How To Make Your Indian Cooking Aids At Home

  • Garam Masala: To make your own garam masala, dry roast whole spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cumin, coriander, and cloves. Once fragrant, grind them into a fine powder and store in an airtight container for future use.
  • Tamarind Paste: Soak tamarind in warm water for about 15-20 minutes. Once softened, strain the pulp through a sieve to remove seeds and fiber. Store the thick paste in the fridge for adding tangy flavor to curries and chutneys.
  • Ghee: To make ghee at home, melt unsalted butter in a pan over low heat. Simmer until the milk solids separate and turn golden brown. Strain the liquid through a fine sieve and store the clarified ghee in a jar. Ghee can last for months and adds richness to both Indian and European dishes.
  • Ginger-Garlic Paste: Peel and blend equal parts ginger and garlic with a little oil until smooth. This paste is a foundational ingredient for curries and marinades and can be stored in the fridge for a couple of weeks or frozen for longer use.
  • Spice Mixes: You can create spice blends such as chaat masala or curry powder by mixing roasted ground spices like cumin, coriander, black salt, and dried mango powder. Tailor these blends to your taste and store them for quick meal prep.

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