Rachel Gurjar
Former Associate Food Editor
Rachel Gurjar is a Mumbai-born recipe developer, food writer, and former associate food editor at Bon Appétit. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, she has worked as a restaurant cook (ABC Kitchen, Public Soho), private chef, caterer, food stylist, and photographer. Her recipes and stories draw inspiration from the diverse regional cuisines she grew up eating in India, as well as the many cultures and neighborhoods that have shaped her cooking since moving to New York. Her work has appeared in Bon Appétit, Epicurious, Serious Eats, Food52, The Kitchn, and TODAY Food. Rachel is based in Brooklyn and is currently at work on her first cookbook, East to East.
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Dahi Bhalla With Tamarind Chutney
Golden lentil dumplings dunked in creamy yogurt and topped with chaat masala.
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Berbere Kabocha With Brown Butter Peanuts and Lime
Spoon this roasted, spiced squash on a swoosh of yogurt and you’ve got dinner.
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Lemony White Bean Soup
Plump white beans create a luscious broth combined with lemon zest, onion, garlic, and celery. A stealthy knob of butter adds just enough richness.
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Cajun Shrimp Fried Rice
This Cajun shrimp fried rice is a quick and easy delight, packed with vibrant vegetables including a blend of bell pepper, onion, and garlic.
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Ginger-Garlic Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry
Level up your weeknight dinner game with this fragrant, veggie-packed stir-fry.
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Spiced Beef Taco Bowls
Ideal for weekend meal prep or a speedy weeknight dinner, these ground beef taco bowls keep things simple while being both versatile and delicious.
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Skillet Chicken Thighs and Peaches
Frozen peaches make this one-pan chicken dinner a breeze to throw together; you’ll want bread or potatoes on the side to sop up all the luscious sauce.
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Broccolini and Walnut Pesto Pasta
Anchovies add umami richness and broccolini brings freshness to this 30-minute weeknight meal.
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Baked Mushroom-Rice Porridge
Use this hands-off mushroom congee as a completely customizable canvas for all your cozy winter dreams.
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Chile-Cheese Cookies
Not to be confused with a cracker, these are soft, buttery cookies balanced by the right amount of salty cheese and gentle chile heat.
Cooking
For Instant Gravy, Use a Curry Block
It’s flavorful, vegetarian-friendly, and ready in a flash.
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Upside-Down Cornbread
Experience the joy of warm, cheesy cornbread with caramelly bursts of corn kernels.
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Golden Chicken With Mustard and Shallots
These skillet chicken breasts stay juicy and tender, thanks to a sunny cream sauce we’d bathe in if we could.
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Cranberry-Orange Chutney
Whether spooned over cheese, layered in a sandwich, or blended into a smoothie, this flavorful sauce is a guaranteed hit any time of the year.
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Stuffing-Crusted Fish
Flaky fish with a buttery, crispy stuffing crust and a fresh salad makes for a delicious meal using holiday pantry staples—all under 30 minutes.
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Roasted Delicata Squash With Crispy Onions
Top caramelized delicata squash with juicy pomegranate seeds and spiced crispy onions for an easy holiday-worthy side.
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The Easiest Glazed Carrots
Carrots need not be boring. These are sweet and sticky, with a hint of orange and ginger.
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Blueberry Fool With Toasted Coconut
This laid-back dessert is creamy, tangy, crunchy, jammy—basically all the good things.
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Fiery Red Curry Chicken Salad
Tossing rotisserie chicken in spicy red curry makes for a quick and flavor-packed dish you can serve and eat all kinds of ways.
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Jammy Cumin Plums and Feta Salad
Summer’s undersung stone fruit gets the red carpet treatment with a spice-infused simmer, chunks of briny feta, and charred bread for soaking up all the juices.