The Times of India

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla explains why only 3 Indian foods were approved by NASA for space

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla brought a piece of his culture to the International Space Station by ensuring that three authentic Indian dishes were certified through rigorous testing for the mission. Although he couldn't enjoy them himself, his international crew savored these culinary delights. After returning to Earth, Shukla's craving for the salty and spicy flavors inspired future developments in Indian space cuisine for the Gaganyaan program.