India, Oct. 23 -- Overcooking is a common problem when preparing vegetables. You want to cook them well without turning them into a soggy, limp mess. Otherwise, a plate of vibrant veggies can become unappetising, even with the best of seasonings or a flavourful curry. This means you need to get the basics right, from choosing the right cooking method to knowing when to take them off the heat.

We asked a culinary expert for tips to make cooking vegetables easier. Most cooking advice often focuses on advanced techniques; the basics can get overlooked. Chef Ranveer Singh, a chef specialising in Indian and tandoor cuisine, shared simple tips to help you cook vegetables to the right texture without overdoing them.

He said, "It's not necessar...