Pande Grocers

Yes. We carry a wide range of gluten-free flours specifically for those with celiac disease or dietary preferences. These include ragi (finger millet) flour, jowar (sorghum) flour, bajra (pearl millet) flour, buckwheat flour (kuttu ka atta), water chestnut flour (singhare ka atta), rice flour, and besan (chickpea flour). They are located in our flours and grains aisle. Look for brands like 24 Letter Mantra, Natureland Organics, and local milled options.

Yes, we have fresh curry leaves (kadi patta) every single day. They are sold by the bunch in our fresh produce section. To store them at home: remove any yellow or wet leaves, wrap them in a paper towel, place inside a ziplock bag, and refrigerate. They will stay fresh for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze them (just pull out a few sprigs as needed—they cook perfectly from frozen).

Yes. We have a dedicated halal meat freezer section. We carry halal chicken (whole, thighs, breasts, drumsticks, and curry cut), halal goat meat (curry cut, very popular for biryanis and curries), halal lamb chops, and halal whole lamb (special order for Eid or large gatherings). We also carry frozen halal beef options. All meat is clearly labeled. We do not sell pork products of any kind.

We sell frozen samosas (both vegetable and paneer) that you can bake or fry at home. For ready-to-eat, we have a selection of canned chole, canned rajma, instant dosa mix, and instant idli mix. On weekends (Friday through Sunday), we often have fresh jalebi and fresh samosas from a local supplier. Call ahead to check availability. For large orders of fresh samosas (50+), please give us 48 hours' notice.

Toor dal (also called arhar dal) is a yellow, slightly thick lentil with an earthy flavor. It is the primary lentil used for sambar (South Indian) and dal tadka (North Indian). It takes longer to cook (requires pressure cooking). Masoor dal (red lentil) is a small, orange-red lentil that cooks very quickly (15-20 minutes) and becomes soft and almost creamy. It is milder and used for quick, everyday dals. We carry both, as well as split and whole varieties.

Yes. We have a full Ayurvedic and wellness section. You will find Himalaya Triphala (tablets and powder), Dabur Pudin Hara (for gas and acidity), Dabur Chyawanprash (immunity), and Patanjali Divya products for various ailments. We also carry Isabgol (psyllium husk – for fiber and digestion), ajwain (carom seeds – for stomach pain), and saunf (fennel seeds – for after-meal digestion).

You need idli rava (creamy semolina) and urad dal (skinned, split black gram). Soak the urad dal for 4 hours and the idli rava for 2 hours separately. Grind the urad dal into a smooth, fluffy batter (add water slowly). Mix with the soaked idli rava. Add salt. Ferment overnight (8-12 hours) in a warm place. Then steam in idli molds. We also sell pre-made idli batter in the refrigerated section if you want to skip the process.

Yes, we offer free local delivery for orders above a certain minimum. Our delivery area includes most of Sterling Heights, Troy, Warren, Clinton Township, Utica, and Shelby Township. For smaller orders, there is a delivery fee. You can place delivery orders through our website or by phone. We typically deliver within 2-4 hours during business hours. For same-day delivery, please order before 2 PM.

Yes. We carry pav bhaji masala from multiple brands including MDH, Everest, Badshah, and Shan. They are located in our spice aisle, typically on the bottom or middle shelf with other specialty blends like chole masala, sambar masala, and tandoori masala. If you cannot find it, ask any staff member. We also carry the pav bhaji spice mix in bulk (unbranded, by the ounce) from our bulk spice bins—this is a more economical option if you cook pav bhaji frequently.

Yes. Our frozen aloo paratha, gobi paratha, methi paratha, and plain lachha paratha are all vegan (made with vegetable oil, not ghee or butter). The paneer paratha contains dairy (paneer is cheese). Check the ingredients label on the back of each package. Our most popular vegan brand is "Ashoka" and "Deep" (read labels, as recipes vary). We also carry frozen naan that is often vegan (check for milk or yogurt).