Dahi Vadas are lentil dumplings topped with a spicy savory yogurt and tamarind chutney. These are great as a side dish for a formal dinner or served as a chaat. Dahi vadad are made using wash urad dal or moong dal or with a combination of both dals using different proportions of dal.

Dhokla is a popular dish in the state of Gujrat. Dhokla is a great appetizer.

Kadhi is a very popular dish throughout India. Kadhi is a blend of yogurt and besan (gram flour) with besan pakoras. Kadhi is served with plain white rice.

This perfect treat for summer is made with a delicious combination of mangoes, yogurt and a touch of mint.

This recipe consists of potatoes combined with a creamy yogurt gravy. Tastes great with puris.

Indian meals are not complete unless the meal includes a yogurt dish such as a raita. This is a colorful raita and can bright up any meal.

Vegetable pulav has a mix of vegetables and spices. This is a great dish for get-togethers, especially for lunch. If you are not in the mood to prepare a big meal, use vegetable pulav as a one-dish meal with yogurt, pickle, papadam or chutney.

Yogurt chutney is great paired with dosas and pudas. It is a great and less time-consuming variation from the more commonly used chutneys, such as coconut chutney.