Re: short cuts in the desi kitchen
I've used the dried pre-fried onions that come in a packet. But that was only when I was really lazy. Then I found out that they have preservatives in them, along with other additives, to increase shelf life. I've also seen people use the ginger and garlic pastes that come in a jar. Same thing. Then I thought about it, why cook food with something thats been sitting on the store shelf for God knows how long? and if you are only cooking for 2 most of the time, those ready made pastes sit in your fridge for a very very long time. I switched to fresh everything and it makes a huge difference, taste-wise etc.