COOKING TIPS

Making Soft Chapatis

To get really soft chapatis, add 2 tsp of milk, 1 tsp of oil, 1/4 tsp of salt, 2-3 cups of flour to 3/4 glass of water. When you're done kneading the dough and it is smooth, with 1 tsp of oil, run it all over the surface of the ball of dough. Set aside for half an hour before using.

Too much salt?
How to save a curry that got too salty!
If your curry is saltier than you like, don't throw it out. Peel and cut a large potato in half and add it to your curry. It will absorb the extra salt!

Keep homemade pastes fresh for longer
If you prepare ginger, garlic and fresh chilli pastes at home, add a tablespoon of hot cooking oil to them and mix well. This ensures a longer life. Refrigerate and use as required.

Removing turmeric stains
To remove turmeric stains on your clothes , wash them immedeately in cool water and soap. Dry in the sun and the stain will fade to a very pale pink. Repeat and the stain will be gone!