House of Kajaana

House of Kajaana makes frozen Indian vegetarian meals built from whole, plant-based ingredients, including Cauliflower Tikka Masala, Coconut Malabar Curry and Roasted Butternut Saag, each paired with a basmati rice. The name plays on the Hindi words for "eat up" and "treasure," a nod to the founder's family habit of stocking the freezer with home-cooked dishes. The meals are made in Los Angeles, heat in a few minutes, and the company is women- and minority-owned.

• Where are the meals made?

  They are produced in Los Angeles and made entirely in the U.S.

• Are the meals organic?

  They are not certified organic. All products are Non-GMO Project Verified, and the brand plans to move toward organic sourcing.

• Do the meals contain nuts?

  The Roasted Butternut Saag is nut-free. The Cauliflower Tikka Masala and Coconut Malabar Curry contain coconut, a tree nut. Some ingredients come from a facility that handles peanuts and tree nuts.

• Are the meals dairy-free?

  Yes, though some ingredients are made in a facility that processes milk.

• Are the meals gluten-free?

  All ingredients are gluten-free, but the meals are not certified, and some ingredients come from a facility that processes wheat.

• Are the meals vegan?

  Yes, they contain no animal products or by-products. They are not yet certified vegan.

• Do you use meat alternatives?

  No. The meals are fully vegetarian and made with whole ingredients, with no cell-based, soy-based or other fake meat products.

• How do I store and prepare the meals?

  Keep them frozen and heat from frozen. The trays work in the microwave (about five minutes, stirring partway) or in a 375-degree oven covered with foil.