INDIAN DESI COOKING COURSE - RESTAURANT STYLE COURSE

Desi Cooking Course for Beginners

Created bySidra Subhan

Last updated 7/2025

Urdu

What you'll learn

Learn essential cooking skills, kitchen tools usage, and basic ingredient knowledge in Urdu/Hindi.
Master daily Pakistani meals like daal, sabzi, chawal, and roti step by step.
Understand spices, measurements, and cooking techniques used in desi households.
Gain confidence to cook healthy, tasty, and budget-friendly home meals independently.

Course content

5 sections • 24 lectures • 1h 36m total length

Perfect Wheat Dough5:46
In Pakistani or Indian dishes, making perfect wheat dough is an art and a game-changer. Making perfect dough means your roti or chapati will be perfect too.
By the end of this lecture, you will be able to make soft, smooth wheat dough, knead it to the right texture, and prepare it perfectly for roti or chapati.
Perfect Roti Chapati5:39
After completing this lecture, you will be able to roll evenly shaped rotis and cook them to soft, puffed perfection using proper heat and technique.
Perfect Boiled Rice3:24
In this lecture, you will learn to cook boiled rice that is soft, fluffy, and non-sticky. You will understand the right water ratio, cooking time, and draining method for perfect results every time.
Perfect Boil Spaghetti3:45
In this lecture, you will learn how to boil spaghetti to the perfect texture, neither too soft nor undercooked. You’ll understand how much water to use, when to add salt or oil, and how to check doneness without breaking the pasta. By the end, you’ll be able to confidently boil spaghetti that’s ready for any desi or continental recipe.
Perfect Boil Macaroni2:47
Boiling macaroni may seem simple, but achieving the ideal texture makes all the difference. You’ll learn how to prevent stickiness, avoid overcooking, and get macaroni that’s soft yet firm. After completing this lesson, you’ll be able to boil macaroni perfectly every time, ready for creamy, cheesy, or desi-style recipes.
Easy Vegetable Soup3:56
You’ll discover how to make a quick and healthy vegetable soup using basic ingredients. This lesson will teach you the right balance of flavors, proper vegetable cutting, and cooking techniques to preserve nutrients. By the end, you’ll be able to prepare a light, comforting soup that’s perfect for any season.
Basic's Test

Chef's Knife Skills2:48
Learn how to handle a kitchen knife safely and effectively. You’ll be able to cut, chop, and slice vegetables and herbs with precision, improving both speed and presentation in your cooking.
Daal Types4:24
You’ll explore the most commonly used lentils in desi cooking. After this lesson, you’ll be able to recognize different daal types, understand their uses, and cook them with confidence.
Masala Types4:02
Get to know the heart of desi flavor, masalas! You’ll learn the names, uses, and aroma profiles of common spices, and how to combine them for rich, balanced taste in your dishes.
Master Class's Test

Chicken Karhai2:27
You’ll learn how to make authentic, flavorful Chicken Karhai using the right balance of spices and cooking techniques that result in a thick, rich, restaurant-style gravy.
Perfect Kaleji4:14
You’ll discover how to clean, prepare, and cook chicken liver without any smell or bitterness, creating a delicious, soft kaleji dish that even non-liver lovers can enjoy.
Chicken Biryani6:01
You’ll master the steps of layering, spicing, and cooking biryani so the rice is fluffy, the chicken is tender, and every bite bursts with aroma and authentic flavor.
KFC Chicken Wings7:42
Learn how to recreate crispy, juicy KFC-style wings at home. You’ll be able to marinate, coat, and fry chicken wings with a perfect golden crunch and spicy kick.
Schezwan Soup4:10
You’ll be able to make a hot and spicy Schezwan soup loaded with flavor and veggies. This lesson teaches the ideal consistency, spice level, and seasoning balance.
Chicken Fajita4:28
Explore Tex-Mex cooking as you prepare juicy, spiced chicken strips with sautéed veggies. You’ll learn how to season and cook fajita filling perfect for wraps or rice bowls.
Chicken Chowmein4:25
You’ll gain the skills to stir-fry noodles with chicken and vegetables in a savory sauce, making a complete meal that’s colorful, tasty, and just like your favorite restaurant.
Chicken Hakka Noodles3:49
Understand the difference between Hakka-style noodles and regular chowmein. You’ll learn to balance soy sauce, spices, and texture for an Indo-Chinese classic.
Chicken Macaroni3:56
You’ll be able to cook creamy, flavorful chicken macaroni that’s both quick and satisfying. This lesson covers sauce consistency, seasoning, and perfect pasta texture.
Main Course's Test

Chicken Shawarma Wrap4:03
You’ll be able to make juicy chicken shawarma with creamy sauce and fresh veggies, all wrapped in soft flatbread, perfect for lunch, dinner, or a quick snack.
Chana Chaat3:22
You’ll learn to create a flavorful, tangy chana chaat using chickpeas, spices, and chutneys. It’s the ultimate street-style snack made simple for your home kitchen.
Fruit Chaat2:43
You’ll be able to prepare a delicious blend of seasonal fruits tossed in the perfect mix of chaat masala, sugar, and lemon juice, sweet, tangy, and full of refreshing flavor.
Russian Salad2:28
You’ll master the art of making creamy Russian salad with boiled veggies, fruits, and mayonnaise, a chilled and colorful side dish that pairs well with desi or continental meals.
Side Course's Test

Requirements

1. No prior cooking experience needed, this course is perfect for complete beginners.
2. A basic kitchen setup with stove, pots, pans, and common utensils.
3. Access to everyday ingredients used in Pakistani/Indian cooking.
4. Willingness to learn and try new recipes with step-by-step guidance.

Description

This course is your complete guide to learning Pakistani, Indian, and international cooking, designed specifically for beginners. Whether you are a student, a newlywed, living abroad, or someone who wants to learn cooking from scratch, this course will help you build confidence in the kitchen with simple, step-by-step video lessons and an easy test.

You’ll begin with the basics, such as kneading perfect wheat dough, making soft roti, boiling rice, pasta, and preparing simple soups. Then, you’ll explore knife skills, different types of lentils (daals), and the essential masalas used in everyday desi cooking.

As you move into the main course section, you’ll learn to cook popular dishes like Chicken Karhai, Biryani, KFC-style Wings, Schezwan Soup, Fajita, Chowmein, and more. The side course section features quick recipes, including Chicken Shawarma Wrap, Chana Chaat, Fruit Chaat, and Russian Salad, perfect for snacks and light meals in the evening.

Finally, you’ll learn to make delicious desserts such as Lab-e-Shireen and Khoya Kheer to complete your meal.

By the end of the course, you'll be able to cook full meals confidently, understand flavor combinations, and proudly serve homemade food to your family and friends. No prior experience needed, just your passion to learn!

Who this course is for:

Complete beginners who want to learn Pakistani/Indian home cooking from scratch.
Students, housewives, or working professionals living alone or abroad.
Anyone who struggles with daily cooking and wants easy, step-by-step guidance in Urdu/Hindi.
People who want to cook healthy, tasty meals at home without relying on takeout or family help.

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Basics6 lectures • 25min

Master Class3 lectures • 11min

Main Course9 lectures • 41min

Side Course4 lectures • 13min

Dessert2 lectures • 6min

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