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Urmila Ramakrishnan

Associate Director of Social Media

Urmila Ramakrishnan is Bon Appétit and Epicurious’s associate director of social media. When she’s not spending way too much time on TikTok or Instagram for research, she loves writing about easy, nostalgic recipes, lunch boxes, and food culture. Prior to joining BA and Epi, she was the food editor for KQED. She’s also written for The San Francisco Chronicle, The New York Times, Eater, Time Out New York, GOOD, Edible, and Delta SKY Magazine.

Recipes

Adai (Quick Lentil Dosas)

Savory from chile, ginger, and cumin, these adai are a filling breakfast to power you through the day.
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A High-Protein, Low-Carb Dosa Recipe to Fuel Your Mornings

Managing diabetes or just keeping your blood sugar in check? March’s Feel-Good Food Plan is here to start your day off right.
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The Best Splatter Screens to Keep Your Kitchen Clean

This tool is the key to mess-free frying.
Recipes

Palak Paneer

This classic palak paneer recipe keeps things simple with minimal ingredients but fries the paneer for a crispy texture to pair with the creamy spinach purée.
Editors' Picks

These Meal Kits Cure My Weeknight Curry and Laksa Cravings

Instead of spending hours standing over the stove, I can have curry laksa in 30 minutes.
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This Citrusy Twist on S’mores Is Like Lemon Meringue Pie Without All the Work

Skip the chocolate, grab the curd (or jam!).
Editors' Picks

I Never Go to the Grocery Store Without These Reusable Cotton Produce Bags

What good is a tote bag if it’s filled with single-use plastic bags?
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This Malaysian Curry Powder Was My Grandma’s Secret Weapon—And Now It’s Mine Too

Use it on meat, veg, and definitely popcorn.
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These Uttapam-Inspired Pancakes Are Tangy, Savory, and Satisfying

Savory breakfast lovers, come out to plaaay.
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This Lunch Bag Is So Cute That I Sometimes Wear It As a Purse

Who says you can’t have form AND function?