Indian Recipes

Explore the best of Indian cooking with these top-rated recipes for curries, tandoori chicken, chutneys, and more flavorful faves.

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Indian Recipes

Keema Aloo (Ground Beef and Potatoes)

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If you want to try something a little different, I guarantee you will love this meal. It is by far my favorite Indian recipe. Inspired by my mom, who still makes this for me to this day.
By The Meatetarian
Quick Bread

Roti Canai/Paratha (Indian Pancake)

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4
Breakfast, lunch, tea time, and dinner - this popular Indian pancake is available for a meal or snack. As kids we ate it sprinkled with sugar. It's typically served with curry and sambal if you choose to spice it up.
By Suhara
Indian Recipes

Black Chana with Potato

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2
Classic Indian Kala Chana recipe. A bit tart, but very wholesome. Great source of protein for a vegans. Can be served with either chapati/roti or basmati rice.
By hgadhia
Cucumber Salad

Tomato Cucumber Kachumbar

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11
Kachumbar is an Indian-style salad that is served on top of curry. Fresh herbs and lemon add a tangy crunch that lightens even the most intense gravies.
By Gina Milanese
Indian Recipes

Red Split Lentils (Masoor Dal)

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13
Indian-inspired lentils the whole family will love and babies, too. Once the dal and rice are at the desired consistency, it's ready to eat or freeze. Make sure mixture is completely cool before freezing. I use freezer ice trays and small individual glass bowls with lids.
By katie
Chutney

Coconut Chutney

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6
Indian coconut chutney to be served with dosa and idli (steamed rice and lentil cakes).
By CARTHA
Indian Recipes

Tamarind Sauce Fish Curry

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6
Indian-style tangy fish curry. This is famous Chepala Pulusu from Andhra.
By Sushama
Indian Recipes

Kashmiri Lamb

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38
This recipe has been with me for over 30 years; it was given to me by a Kashmiri guy I shared a house with when I was 17. This is his mum's family recipe. Kashmir's cuisine combines the area's fruits and nuts with the ingredients and the cooking style of the Moghuls. This rich stew makes a marvelous main dish. Serve it with hot steamed rice or crusty breads. This is lovely!
By The Gnome
Indian Recipes

Indian Chicken Curry (Murgh Kari)

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This is a really good recipe for spicy Indian chicken curry. It's pretty easy to make and tastes really good!
By Ayshren
Indian Recipes

Easy Garam Masala

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This is a quick Garam Masala (Indian spice) mix. Garam Masala is better when made with whole spices that have been roasted and ground, but this is a quick and easy substitute that's pretty good.
By KitchenBarbarian
Flat Bread

Naan

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1928
This recipe makes the best naan I have tasted outside of an Indian restaurant. I can't make enough of it for my family. I serve it with shish kabobs, but I think they would eat it plain.
By Bob Cody
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Appetizers and Snacks

Air Fryer Pakoras

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2
All the things you love about pakoras but without the guilt by air frying instead of deep frying. Don't forget the yogurt dipping sauce!
By Soup Loving Nicole

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Chef John's Chicken Tikka Masala

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I probably get more requests for Indian food than any other ethnic cuisine, so I was very excited to be posting this recipe for chicken tikka masala; until I found out it's actually a British recipe. This is usually done with heavy cream, but I like to use coconut milk instead; the subtle sweetness it provides works beautifully with the spices in the dish. Serve with steamed rice.

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Indian Chicken Curry II

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This is an adaptation of yellow chicken curry from India. The aromas and flavors are a delight to the senses! It is best served with fresh Naan bread and Jasmine or Basmati rice.
By Amanda Fetters
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Vegetable Soup

Mulligatawny Soup I

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1385
The name Mulligatawny means 'pepper water', and curry is the particular ingredient that gives this incredible soup such a delicious flavor...so I'm told. This old recipe was given to me long ago.
By L. Peter
Indian Recipes

Easy Indian Butter Chicken

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875
This is a recipe I have perfected over the years and passed onto many others. The sauce is perfect when creamy and not too thick or too thin. The level of salt and spices can be suited to your taste. Garam and tandoori masala can be found in the ethnic aisle of your grocery store.
By mn
Quick Bread

Indian Chapati Bread

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159
A simple but delicious recipe for Indian flatbread. Serve with Indian curry, main dishes, or even use to make sandwich wraps. Enjoy!
By INSHA87
Indian Recipes

Red Lentil Curry

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This is a rich and hearty lentil curry, great as a main meal rather than as a side dish like the more traditional Indian dhal. Don't let the ingredient list faze you, this really is an easy dish to make. This dish is great served with basmati rice.
By Emma Maher
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Indian Recipes

Curry Stand Chicken Tikka Masala Sauce

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1523
A classic curry-stand recipe. This is not haute cuisine; this is the kind of nuclear-orange tikka masala that you crave when you stumble out of a pub at 2 a.m. I make vast quantities of the sauce at one time, and it freezes very well. I also added much more cayenne pepper than 1 teaspoon, but I give out the recipe like this for people who don't like heat.
By Chris Bellers
Indian Recipes

Chicken Tikka Masala

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This is an easy recipe for Chicken Tikka Masala--chicken marinated in yogurt and spices and then served in a tomato cream sauce. Serve with rice or warm pita bread.
By Yakuta
Rice Side Dishes

Indian Style Basmati Rice

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228
This is a savory Indian style rice dish flavored with whole spices and fried onions. Soaking the basmati rice before cooking makes all the difference. Serve with your favorite Indian curry or dal (lentils). Make sure you warn people not to bite into the whole spices!
By DHANO923
Indian Recipes

Chicken Makhani (Indian Butter Chicken)

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955
Chicken Makhani is one of my favorite Indian dishes. It is a full flavored dish that complements the chicken well. It can be made as mild or spicy as you wish by adjusting the cayenne. Serve with basmati rice and naan bread.
By MITCHMAN21
Indian Recipes

Slow Cooker Butter Chicken

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473
Indian food is one of my favorites, so when my friend made this slow cooker version for my family we were head over heels! I don't think I've had a Butter Chicken that I've liked more. It's wonderful to put into the slow cooker in the morning and come home to the warm Indian spice smell....LOVE IT! Serve with basmati rice and warm naan bread.
By The Meal Planner
Sauces

Basic Curry Sauce

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This is a very versatile Indian curry sauce that can be served as a main course with meats and/or vegetables or as a sauce for dipping or to spice up veggie side dishes. It's great over baked potatoes.
By Lom
Indian Recipes

Authentic Saag Paneer

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94
Saag paneer is a classic Indian dish of cooked spinach studded with cubes of fried paneer cheese. Thickened with cream or coconut milk, it's a hearty and filling vegetarian meal.
By Allrecipes
Indian Recipes

Chana Masala (Savory Indian Chick Peas)

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146
Indian food is not just curried sauces. It's not too exotic either. Unless 'exotic' is code for 'yummy and full of flavor.' This dish features a healthy mixture of chickpeas, tomatoes, onion, and spices. Both carnivores and vegetarians will enjoy this meal. My kids love it. Leave out the green chile if the kiddies will be eating. Serve over basmati or jasmine rice and enjoy. Namaste y'all!
By latinmama
Indian Recipes

Haldi Ka Doodh (Hot Turmeric Milk)

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72
A great home remedy beverage for cough, congestion, colds and skin problems. This winter replace your usual hot cocoa with an invigorating cup of wellness. Bonus points for jammies and slippers. Turmeric can stain clothing and counter tops, so wear an apron; proceed with caution.
By kaymende
Greens Side Dishes

Indian Saag

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Indian saag is a curry of cooked mustard or similar 'bitter' greens (kale, collards, turnip greens), and spinach or similar mild greens (chard, bok choy, beet greens). Any combination of greens works! Use more spices and peppers for hot saag, or less for mild.
By VALONE
Indian Recipes

Vegetarian Korma

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This is an easy and exotic Indian dish. It's rich, creamy, mildly spiced, and extremely flavorful. Serve with naan and rice.
By YAKUTA
Indian Recipes

Chai Tea Latte

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25
This is really similar to the brand Oregon® Chai. Simply delicious either hot or iced! This will save you more money than buying the chai. In India, each family has their own way of making it, so you should experiment to find your favorite blend.
By greatbaker12
Indian Recipes

Spicy Vegan Potato Curry

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813
Abundant spices make this better than any restaurant curry I've tasted. :)
By MeganLee
Appetizers and Snacks

Baked Onion Bhajis

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1
A healthier alternative to the deep-fried onion bhajis you find in Indian restaurants. These are baked and exceedingly tasty. They are sweet, tender and very Moorish. Serve hot as an appetizer or starter.
By honeyandspice
Pastry Appetizers

Beef Samosas

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182
Beef and potatoes are the main ingredients folded inside these wonderful deep fried samosas. Chicken livers may be substituted for beef, if you choose. My friend from Bangladesh gave me this savory, spicy recipe. You just can't buy better in the shops.
By sassyangelkiwi Donna-Maree Aus
Quick Bread

Two-Ingredient Naan

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15
While not a true naan bread, this sure works in a pinch!
By Kim
Indian Recipes

Chicken Saag

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62
Classic Indian dish made with chicken and spinach. Serve with basmati rice.
By Joe Ortiz
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Indian Recipes

Authentic Chicken Tikka Masala

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181
This authentic chicken tikka masala dish follows an old family recipe.
By Allrecipes
Indian Recipes

Indian Chicken Tikka Masala

Rating: Unrated
15
This Indian chicken tikka masala is an easy but flavorful version of everyone's favorite mild-medium curry! Serve with naan bread and mango chutney. Garnish with additional cilantro leaves.
By Keri
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