Journalism of Courage
If not a chef,then which other profession would you be in?
If not a chef,I would have definitely been working in the automobile industry. I am very passionate about bikes and that is where I would really be had it not been for cooking.
Apart from salt,which ingredient is the most important?
According to me,Pepper or Garlic are the most important ingredients in any dish apart from salt. They bring out the other flavours of the spices and condiments used in foods while retaining their own distinct sharp tastes at the same time.
Which method of cooking is the healthiest?
Steaming is the healthiest method of cooking. And the reason that I say so is because it retains all the natural tastes and ingredients of the food. All this without compromising on the taste.
Do you prefer Indian or continental food?
I prefer Continental food as it has less spices and fat contents. The same reason as to why I prefer steaming food. The more closer it is to the authentic taste without any additives,the better it is. Continental food provides that.
Do you think Puneites experiment with their food?
Yes,Puneites definitely experiment with their food. They look for innovative ways in which ingredients are used. This wasn’t the case about three to four years back,but now they are open to more cuisines. In fact,people also have a lot of knowledge about food now.
Which dish can most aptly be called the representative of Indian cuisine?
According to me,Dal Makhani or Tandoori Murgh are the best representatives of Indian cuisine. The simplicity of the dishes and the tastes and flavour are good representatives of our diverse Indian cuisine.
(As told to Rohan Swamy )
