This cuisine often uses a variety of spices and involves a technique called 'tempering' where spices are heated in oil or ghee to release their flavors.

1. It frequently incorporates lentils, vegetables, and rice as staples.
2. Dishes from this cuisine often include curries and various types of bread like naan and roti.
3. Yogurt and chutneys are common accompaniments.
4. A tandoor oven is traditionally used for cooking some of its dishes.