Cooking Class - Indian Spice trip

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What You’ll Do

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If you’ve ever wondered where to get the best Indian spices in Brooklyn, then wonder no more. Join us for our Indian Spice Tour. During this class we’ll walk to nearby Bangladeshi and Pakistani stores along Coney Island, McDonald and Church Avenues. After shopping for our ingredients, with me (Mukti) as your guide, we will return to my kitchen to prepare a wonderful meal for us to enjoy as we relax and talk about our adventure.

After we cook our meal, we'll sit down and eat together, and savor the dinner as well as the spices. You'll know so much better about the qualities, quantities, and various attributes of the spices that you now can use in your own cooking. And feel happy and comfortable about it. Throughout history, spices hold an important value in Indian cuisine. It is one of the most wonderful groups of ingredients ever given to any cooks. Anyone can use spices to cook any kind of dish, but not everyone knows how to use it to its fullest potential. Walking down the spice aisle, there a lot of powdered spices from all types of brand ranging from expensive to cheap. We might assume that maybe the one that costs the most is the best. However, the best powdered spices are the ones that we grind ourselves. In our Indian Spice Tour, we will be visiting Bangladeshi and Pakistani stores near my kitchen where you will learn how to pick out the best spices for a good price.

In this spice tour with me, I will teach you everything you need to know about spices, and you will then become a spice expert. After our spice trip and knowing more about spices, we will go back to my kitchen where everything you just learn will be put to use. We will begin with grinding spices into powdered form, and from there you will be able to smell the differences between store- bought and homemade spices. Then we will proceed to cook a few dishes using the spices you just ground, because freshly-ground spices bring the most flavor out of each dish. At the end of my class, we will sit down and enjoy the food we just made.

After this spice tour and cooking class, not only will you know how to cook Indian food, but you will also realize that grinding the spices at home makes every dishes more flavorful and that it is also cost-efficient.

Your Menu

Chicken Tikka Masala
Chana dal (yellow lentil) with coconut and ginger infused with cumin and coriander
Aloo gobi (Cauliflower, peas, potatoes curry)
Vegetable Pulao (Fluffy Basmati rice with onion,carrots, peas and cashews and raisin)

Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.

Details

Minimum Guests 3
Maximum Guests 8
Event Duration 3 hours
Labels Adult, Indian

Meet your chef

Chef Mukti

32 reviews

Chef Mukti grew up in India, learning the art of cooking from her mother, aunts, and grandmothers. Chef Mukti moved to the U.S. in 1986 to work as a biologist and retired in 2006 to pursue her dream to bring the flavors and benefits of Indian cooking to all New Yorkers. Chef Mukti’s impressive Indian cooking classes focus on healthy eating and authentic and modern Indian techniques with adjustments for American kitchens.

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Minimum Guests 3
Maximum Guests 8
Event Duration 3 hours
Labels Adult, Indian

Reviews

Reviews guests left for other experiences with Chef Mukti

Wendy

23 Feb 2020

I attended Chef Mukti's class with my partner, Andrew, and cooking with her was an incredible experience! It was our first cooking class ever, and Mukti taught us how to make *five* amazing vegan Indian dishes from scratch. Mukti not only walked us through each cooking step, but she also taught us some really helpful tips and tricks about cooking in general, including how to handle cookware properly and how to incorporate different kinds of spices — and the benefits of them as well. To top it all off, the food itself is to-die-for. Mukti's cooking class is definitely worth it and we both highly recommend it to anyone.

Charles

06 Feb 2020

Mukti was kind, patient, and professional. She really made us feel at ease and confident during the lesson.

Anthony

28 Jan 2020

This class was the best. We will defintely be back for more. You will have a great time!

Greg

04 Jan 2020

It was a wonderful experience working with Chef Mukti. We learned a lot about Indian spices and how to work with them. It was an incredibly valuable and worthwhile experience.

Machah

03 Jan 2020

I have attended a few cooking classes and I must say the this is the best culinary experience thus far; Mukti not only teaches you how to cook Indian foods, but also teaches you what and how to use the tools of the kitchen; she explains the proper cooking tools and methods to use in order to obtain the desired results. Her method of instructing is one where you are made to feel relax and comfortable. I will return to take another class from Mukti. Thank you, Muki!

Muffie

07 Dec 2019

Chef Mukti was absolutely fabulous. A charming person and an exceptional cook. Her instructions and demonstrations were clear and very interesting. I learned a lot about the techniques of cooking Indian food. Lots of information and great cooking tips. We all got to both cook and watch (and, of course, eat the exceptionally delicious food we had prepared). We learned how to make about seven different dishes, including 3 vegetable dishes, chicken, bread, mango lassi...as well as masala, which is the basis for almost all of the dishes. Chef Mukti told us where to buy and how to choose the best ingredients, and provided recipes for everything. It was exactly the learning experience I had hoped for...and above all, it was really fun! Kudos and thanks to Chef Mukti!!!

amanda

21 Nov 2019

Mukti's cooking class was a wonderful experience and worth every penny! I was looking for a fun and memorable way to surprise my friend (who LOVES Indian food, and food in general) for her birthday and she and her husband and I had an amazing afternoon, learning far more than we anticipated. The skills Mukti teaches are not only relevant to the recipes she is teaching but will influence how you cook everything for the rest of your life. I was so impressed, she was so kind and welcoming and patient, and we had a bonding experience that we will keep in our hearts forever. I can also honestly say, Mukti has ruined any chance that I will ever crave store-bought frozen Indian again. The meal we made and shared at the end of class was one of the best I've ever eaten - the spices! I can't wait to share my new cooking skills with my friends and family. Thank you, Mukti!

Shivam

05 Nov 2019

Absolutely a great and wonderful experience! We did the vegan Indian cooking class and learned so much about cooking, including the basics. The food was amazing - and we were the ones who made it! I highly recommend this for anyone looking to learn more about Indian cooking.

Sonja

14 Oct 2019

Chef Mukti's class was wonderful! Mukti is so knowledgeable about all elements of cooking, and we really felt like we left her home with everything we need to vastly improve our home cooking! We are so looking forward to recreating her delicious recipes! Thank you Mukti!

Piyush

18 Sep 2019

Chef mukti is awesome fantastic she is having a deep knowledge about Indian cooking n really enjoyed n I am happy n glad for getting knowledge from her cooking class thanku chef mukti

Rebecca

03 Sep 2019

Mukti was an incredible host who welcomed my boyfriend, myself, and another couple into her home for an amazing three hour experience. She greeted us, told us about her history and how she became a cooking instructor, and then brought us into the kitchen to begin the experience. We booked the vegan and gluten free class, and learned how to make pakora, coriander chutney, Aloo gobi matar rasha, chana masala, vegetable pulao, and eggplant masala. Mukti was patient, met us at our level, gave us clear and direct instructions, and recipes to take home with us! We could not have asked for a better evening.

Ruvan

17 Jun 2019

My girlfriend and I attended cooking class with Chef Mukti and we had a great experience. We cook quite a bit of food, but we learned a lot about the fundamentals of cooking Indian cuisine from her. She taught us about the essential spices, how to prepare them for cooking and how to integrate in to each recipe we made during the class. I would strongly recommend taking this class and any of the classes she offers.

Katie

15 Jun 2019

Chef Mukti and this class are excellent. Her knowledge, warmth and enthusiasm are clear from start to finish. She created a great atmosphere in the group. Every dish was clearly explained, with lots of chances to smell, taste, and try the steps. There are tips that will change the way I cook starting today. The food was delicious - with fresh spices and layers of flavor. And the variety of dishes we made from start to finish was amazing - saag paneer, pilaf, aloo gobi, chicken tikka masala, onion pakora with chutney. Highly recommended.

Brandi

18 May 2019

Very tasty food. Chef Mukti was very informative. Enjoyed the expert.

Randy

25 Mar 2019

Highly recommend! I scheduled a gluten free and vegan Indian cooking class with Chef Mukti for my girlfriend's birthday. My girlfriend is gluten free and dairy free. Chef Mukti had to reschedule our class for a different day with a different menu that wasn't necessarily gluten or dairy free. Chef Mukti made sure to have options for my girlfriend so that she didn't miss out on anything. The food was unbelievably delicious. Mukti was extremely informative during the entire cooking process. We were with a family of seven that we didn't know. Mukti made the atmosphere comfortable and we had a blast. She also made sure everyone was involved constantly. It was so much fun and the food was so good. We don't live in NYC but if we did I'm sure we'd do another cooking class with the chef. I never leave reviews for anything online but I felt like I needed to for this. Great experience, and after the dinner Mukti sends you an incredibly detailed recipe of everything so you can cook it again.

Josh

11 Mar 2019

Mukti's kitchen was the perfect setting for learning how to cook Indian dishes. She considers every little detail, starting with how to source and prepare your spices all the way to scraping the flavor off the pan to include in your dish. Highly recommend!

Marina

02 Dec 2018

What an AMAZING experience we had this evening cooking with Mukti!! She was a great teacher, very welcoming and obviously has a passion for cooking. Most of all the dishes we made with her guidance were all delicious!!

Michael

02 Dec 2018

Very professional and informative. Amazing style of cooking.

Nicholas

04 Nov 2018

Chef Mukti ran a wonderful and engaging class which was really effective in giving familiarity with ingredients and fundamental techniques. You will definitely learn by doing and it is hard to imagine a better cooking class experience.

Karen

15 Sep 2018

What a great night! My husband gifted me this cooking class for my birthday and what a treat! I didn’t know what to expect going into this class, and I must say I was pleasantly surprised. The class was personal, comfortable, and fun. I loved the homemade approach and the fact that we were hands on. I learned so many new cooking tips and techniques. The food was amazing. And our teacher was excellent. I will be back for more classes. This is a great gift for someone or something fun to do if you want a change of pace.

ian

23 Jul 2018

Our class with Chef Mukti was an amazing experience. My girlfriend and I attended the class to celebrate our two year anniversary and it was a perfect way to celebrate. The food was way better than going to a fancy restaurant and we were able to add more recipes to our weekly routine. In fact we made two of the dishes the next day!

Evy

31 May 2018

Chef Mukti creates delicious and visually stunning dishes! With her cooking, Chef Mukti strives to introduce you to excellent Indian cuisine. She is very passionate about teaching -- I especially enjoyed learning her special samosa-creating technique.

Reviews Chef Mukti received outside of Cozymeal

Janet

26 Jun 2018

Lovely lady, amazing food, She had great cooking directions and lots of little tips. The food tasted so different than Indian food in restaurants, so we’re excited to cook more on our own. She’s very sweet.

JingLin

20 Jun 2018

Mukti shared with us her passion for creating delectable gourmet Indian dishes from scratch and was very methodical about explaining each step of the process.

Salathiel

20 Mar 2018

Fun, informative and delicious.

Evelyn

08 Mar 2018

Mukti’s class is informative. Fun and delicious! Can’t wait for the next one. Thank you Mukti!

Leah

13 Jan 2018

Mukti’s cooking class was a fun way for me and my friends to get together and share a new experience. The food was delicious, Mukti was super welcoming, and afterward we were able to walk to a cute nearby bar for after dinner drinks. Highly recommend for people who are interested in authentic, off-the-beaten-path experiences.

Sara

12 Nov 2017

Awesome cooking class! Highly recommend for beginners and experts alike! This woman is amazing! Best chicken tikka masala ever.

Ritesh

08 Nov 2017

Mukti is a wonderful culinary instructor who brings her kitchen to life during her class. We enjoyed learning about various spices and how to effectively incorporate into dishes. The class was interactive, engaging and rewarding. Will certainly take more classes with Mukti in the future.

Brett

01 Nov 2017

Would definitely go back for another cooking lesson.