Winter Special:  5 Indian Dishes That Taste Better The Next Day

By Aparna Dutta

November 15th, 2023

Indian cuisine is enhanced by rich, flavourful ingredients. We nearly have too many options because there are so many various kinds of food. There is something for every taste from the country's northern to its southern parts.  They taste amazing, no doubt about it, but did you know that some foods actually get better the next day?

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Pav Bhaji

In this savoury dish toasted patty or buns are served with a flavourful mixture of spicy mixed vegetables. When you eat it the following day, you'll discover that it tastes much better. It's because the butter and masalas have enough time to get thoroughly absorbed.

Rajma Chawal

If you've been a true lover of rajma chawal, you've probably observed that it becomes better over time. This results from giving the masalas ample time to seep into the broth. Save a portion of your next batch of rajma for the following day to see for yourself.

Kadhi

One of the most well-liked foods in India is kadhi. It comes in a variety of forms, but all of them share the usage of besan and curd. Most people agree that the flavour of kadhi improves with time. It happens because the curd intensifies in sourness, adding to the dish's flavour. 

Sarson Da Saag

A popular delicacy in Punjabi homes is sarson da saag. Made with spinach, mustard leaves, and a plethora of spices, it tastes amazing. You've probably heard your elders say that homemade food gets even more flavorful over time. And this cannot be disputed in the slightest! 

Chicken Curry

A plate of chicken curry is the perfect comfort dish. In a delicious curry, the chicken must be marinated generously which gives the curry its flavour. The leftover chicken curry always tastes better because the chicken becomes more tender and the curry has a rich flavour in it.