Side items and condiments add a burst of flavor to any meal, enhancing the main dishes with their unique tastes and textures.
In the Hare Krishna tradition, these accompaniments are prepared with care and devotion, maintaining the principles of sattvic cooking, excluding onion and garlic. This page provides a variety of side dishes and condiments to complement your meals.
Using This Page
When preparing a meal, choose a variety of side dishes and condiments to enhance your main courses. Whether you’re serving sabjis, dals, or rice dishes, these accompaniments provide a satisfying and versatile option. Experiment with different combinations to create a diverse and enjoyable dining experience.
Chutneys / Spreads
- Coriander Mint Chutney: A refreshing and tangy chutney made with fresh coriander and mint leaves, yogurt, lemon juice, and spices.
- Tamarind Chutney: Sweet and tangy chutney made from tamarind pulp, often served with snacks.
- Coconut Chutney: A classic South Indian chutney made with grated coconut, green chilies, and spices.
- Tomato Chutney: A savory chutney made with ripe tomatoes, spices, and herbs.
- Peanut Chutney: A creamy and flavorful chutney made with roasted peanuts, spices, and tamarind.
- Apple Butter Spread: A Hare Krishna version of Apple Butter, having the taste of warm autumn spice.
Pickles
- Mango Pickle: Spicy and tangy pickle made from raw mangoes, a popular condiment.
- Lemon Pickle: A zesty pickle made from lemons, perfect for adding a burst of flavor.
- Mixed Vegetable Pickle: A variety of vegetables pickled with spices, ideal for adding to meals.
- Amla Pickle: A tangy and spicy pickle made from Indian gooseberries, rich in vitamin C.
- Carrot Pickle: A crunchy and tangy pickle made with fresh carrots and spices.
Raitas
- Hare Krishna Yogurt Recipe: Learn how to make your own yogurt so you can make a variety of Hare Krishna preparations, like Raitas, Curries, Kadhi, and more.
- Cucumber Raita: A cooling raita made with yogurt and grated cucumber, seasoned with spices.
- Cucumber Tomato Raita: Hare Krishna Cucumber Tomato Raita is a refreshing and juicy side dish.
- Cucumber Carrot Raita: Hare Krishna Cucumber Carrot Raita is a refreshing and crunchy side dish.
- Mint Raita: Yogurt mixed with fresh mint leaves and spices, a refreshing side dish.
- Boondi Raita: Yogurt mixed with crispy boondi, a delightful and crunchy accompaniment.
- Pineapple Raita: A sweet and tangy raita made with yogurt and pineapple pieces.
- Tomato Raita: A simple and fresh raita made with yogurt and chopped tomatoes.
- Beetroot Raita: Hare Krishna Beetroot Raita is a vibrant and nutritious side dish.
Salads
- Fresh Vegetable Salad: A mix of fresh vegetables, lightly seasoned with lemon juice and spices.
- Fruit Salad: A combination of seasonal fruits, perfect for a light and healthy snack.
- Sprout Salad: Nutritious sprouts mixed with vegetables and spices, a healthy and crunchy option.
- Carrot & Beetroot Salad: A vibrant salad made with grated carrots and beetroot, seasoned with lemon juice.
- Cabbage Salad: A refreshing salad made with shredded cabbage, carrots, and a tangy dressing.
- Coleslaw: A tangy slaw made from cabbage, carrots, and a tangy vegan coleslaw base.
Salad Dressing
- Radha-Krishna Divine Dressing: A rich and creamy, full-bodied salad dressing with impeccable flavor and an unforgettable taste. This dressing is also sometimes referred to as “Hare Krishna Sauce” as it works well in flavoring tofu and paneer, can be used as a stand-alone pasta sauce, or vegetable dip.
- Hare Krishna Almond Dressing: This is perhaps the most famous Hare Krishna dressing known to both devotees and non-devotees alike. This dressing is made all the time at Hare Krishna Temples, Food For Life programs, and during festivals etc.
Sauces
- Hare Krishna Creamy Jalapeno Sauce: A savory sauce that adds a delightful layer of taste to quesadillas, Indian flatbreads, wraps, salads, veggies and more. Created in the Harmony Collective’s Temple Kitchen in Ypsilanti, Michigan.
- Hare Krishna Basil Pesto: An incredibly tasty pesto which does not use parmesian cheese or pine nuts and is completely vegan. This pesto was forged in the temple kitchen at the Harmony Collective by Chandra-Vadana Chaitanya das, from an abundance of fresh organically grown basil from the green houses at Goloka Prema Dhama in Maybee, Michigan. It was this fresh basil grown by Ekanthi das that brought this pesto to be offered to their lordships Gaura Nithai. This is Michigan’s first and only Hare Krishna goshola and farm community.
- Hare Krishna Ketchup: A tasty and flavorful condiment made without onions and garlic, perfect for enhancing a variety of dishes.
- Hare Krishna Vegan Mayonnaise: A delicious, creamy, and versatile condiment used as a base for many other condiments.
Miscellaneous Condiments
- Chaas Recipe: A savory and cooling drink made with buttermilk, water, and spices, aiding digestion. This recipe is a different variation of our yogurt based spiced buttermilk recipe.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk: Used in various sweets and drinks, providing a sweet and creamy base.
Spice Blends
- Chaat Masala: A tangy and spicy Indian spice blend, perfect for enhancing fruits, salads, drinks, and snacks.
- Garam Masala: A versatile and flavorful warm spice blend, perfect for enhancing curries, rice dishes, soups, and sweets.
- Sambhar Masala: A flavorful spice mixture, perfect for enhancing sambhar, curries, soups, and snacks.
- Kitchen King Masala: A fragrant and versatile spice blend used to enhance many Punjabi curries and vegetable preparations.
- Chai Masala Powder: A delectable spice blend that adds that authentic Indian chai taste to every cup of Hare Krishna chai.