A North Indian Thali

About this course

Learners follow chef-led demonstrations before preparing a selection of vegan North Indian dishes at their cooking stations. The class covers the use of spices and aromatics, lentil daal, chickpea masala, a warm vegetable sambharo, crispy fried okra, rice and soft chapatis. Chapati-making includes mixing, kneading, rolling and cooking, while the sambharo develops stir-frying skills. Dishes are brought together as a thali and eaten at the chef’s table, with the option to pack the food to take home.

What you'll learn

• Identify and use commonly used spices and aromatics in different dishes
• Prepare lentil daal and chickpea masala
• Stir-fry vegetables for a warm, spiced sambharo
• Mix, knead, roll and cook soft chapatis
• Prepare crispy fried okra and fluffy rice
• Assemble a selection of dishes as a North Indian thali

Is this course right for you?

The course is listed as suitable for all levels and combines demonstrations with active cooking in pairs. Learners booking alone may be paired with another participant, so the format involves shared work at a cooking station rather than entirely individual preparation.

• Pair work is part of the class format
• Solo participants may be paired with another learner
• Active participation in the cooking class is expected

Before you go

• All ingredients, equipment and aprons are provided
• A digital recipe pack is provided
• The prepared food can be eaten at the chef’s table or packed to take home
• A complimentary glass of bubbles or a soft drink is provided on arrival
• Water is provided throughout