Cardamom

Ayurvedic lifestyle counselor Aisha Bahrami created this delicious no-cook oatmeal by accident: “I put all my ingredients into a pot for breakfast, got a phone call, and totally forgot about it,” she says. ...read more

Warm, inviting Middle Eastern spices pair well with the earthy flavors of cold-weather root vegetables. Here the veggies are served with greens, but they could easily go on a bed of quinoa or brown basmati rice or get tucked into warmed pita bread for a heartier meal. Feel free ...read more

There’s a jewel-like sparkle to this light, exotic fruit salad. To learn how to supreme the oranges, visit vegetariantimes.com/video/how-to-supreme-citrus-fruit. ...read more

Blueberries and cherries, a couple of summertime favorites, complement each other in this quick seasonal dessert. ...read more

Stone fruits and balsamic glazes create winning combinations. Try halved apricots or nectarine wedges in place of the plums. Pitted cherries can also fill in sweetly for the blackberries. ...read more

More nutty and savory than sweet, these cookies make a lovely pairing with a cup of tea. For dessert, serve them with vanilla ice cream or a fruity sorbet. ...read more

This dairy-free dish can be served for brunch or dessert. As the pudding bakes, the coconut milk caramelizes and thickens like a luscious custard. ...read more

Sarah Bienaimé, who lives in Auvergne, France, loves experimenting with different colors and flavors for dal, a traditional Indian stew. Serve with basmati rice or naan. ...read more

Pistachios give this flavored kefir an extra-thick texture. The drink can also be made with 1 cup store-bought plain kefir. ...read more

Ras el hanout 
is to Moroccan cuisine what curry powder 
is to Indian cooking—a spice blend 
with countless variations that can be used to season many different dishes. When buying ras el hanout, look for blends that include more than just 
a handful of spices. Or make your own ...read more

Apples, pears, cranberries, and dried fruit are heaped into a prepared crust to create a bountiful holiday pie. ...read more

The oven does all the work in this recipe. As the quince bakes, it fills the kitchen with delicious aromas. ...read more

The VT staff will be talking about (and making) this recipe for years to come. The veganizing of a recipe traditionally rich in eggs and butter is an inspiration, and the easy, no-knead recipe is a stroke of genius. Celia's modifications to the original recipe work so well that ...read more

Once you’ve gotten the hang of roasting whole spices, it’s a snap to make your own version of this beloved Indian blend. ...read more

Kulfi is an Indian-style frozen dessert that’s similar to ice cream but doesn’t require an ice cream maker to prepare. This one’s flavored with mangoes, a traditional kulfi ingredient that also happens to be packed with vitamin C and beta-carotene. ...read more

The only nontraditional thing about this Indian dish is the frozen vegetables. To make it vegan, substitute light coconut milk for the evaporated milk or heavy cream. ...read more

Warm or chilled, these lightly spiced baked pears make a luscious low-fat dessert. If you don’t have ground cardamom on hand, try sprinkling the pear halves with nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, or allspice for a different flavor twist. ...read more

Dollop this condiment on top of spicy dishes to tame their heat. ...read more

A natural digestion enhancer, this light yogurt drink is flavored with soothing rose water and cardamom. ...read more

If you like chai, you’ll love this comforting cardamom-flavored dessert. ...read more

Double or triple this recipe to make gourmet gifts to share at holiday time. ...read more

This unusual rice salad gets its wonderful perfume from toasted coconut, cardamom and cloves. Brown basmati rice, a long-grain variety favored in Indian cuisine, adds a subtle aroma as well, but if it’s unavailable, you can substitute white basmati or even regular long-grain ...read more

A surprise ingredient—puréed baby food—gives this supermoist cake amazing flavor. Recipe by Fiona Kennedy. ...read more

Tasting is believing when it comes to this deceptively simple dessert. Orange-flower water is found in the specialty foods section of supermarkets or liquor stores. ...read more