Yesterday, my neighbor brought in a casserole with her signature Prawn Malai Curry. As I was licking my fingers after a great meal, I noticed that my husband was frowning at his plate. He had hated the dish that I had absolutely loved!
What you must understand is that my husband and I hail from the southern part of India. The spices, herbs, and condiments that we routinely use are distinct from the ones used in other parts of the country. Was the Prawn Malai Curry an Indian dish? Well, it hails from Bengal, and Bengali food is definitely Indian. But at the same time, it is alien food for many Indians!
