Going out for a big feast of Indian food is always a treat. But you can also recreate those bold, comforting flavors at home with my recipes. Using just a few simple techniques and the right spices, your favorite Indian dishes are within reach, even in your own kitchen.

Samosa Sweet Potato or Dal Curry

Sweet potato samosas arranged on a grey plate
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Crispy samosas filled with two flavorful options: spiced sweet potato and peas, or a rich, savory dal curry. Get the recipes.

Chicken Madras Curry

Quick and easy chicken madras in a copper serving dish
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A richly flavored Indian curry ready in about 30 minutes for curry lovers in a hurry. Make it mild or spicy. Get the recipe.

Tomato Chutney

Indian tomato chutney in a bowl garnished with cilantro
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Taking just minutes to make, Indian spices transform fresh tomatoes into a rich, flavorful side dish. Get the recipe.


Mashed Indian Eggplant (Baingan Bharta)

A round copper bowl with handles filled with mashed Indian eggplant and cilantro
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Mashed eggplant simmers with garlic, onions, ginger, Indian spices, and chopped tomatoes. Serve it as a vegetarian main or as an appetizer with naan bread. Get the recipe.

Chicken Tikka Masala

An Indian chicken curry in a traditional bowl
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A popular curry made the traditional way. With yogurt and spice marinated chicken simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Get the recipe.

Naan Bread

Browned naan bread garnished with cilantro
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Soft, pillowy homemade naan, perfect for mopping up every last bit of curry and chutney. Get the recipe.

Curry Vegetable Basmati Rice

An oval dish of yellow rice and vegetables
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Vegetables and basmati rice cook together with Indian spices, making a perfect pairing for meat dishes. Get the recipe.

Easy Indian Spice Blend

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An easy Indian spice blend made with pantry staples to bring authentic flavor to any Indian dish. Get the recipe.

Indian Spiced Peas

A bowl of peas and vegetables
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Peas, red pepper, and onion simmer with garlic, ginger, and warm spices to create a vibrant, curry like dish. Ready in about 10 minutes. Get the recipe.

Tomato and Cucumber Raita

Chopped tomatoes and cucumber in a yogurt raita
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A refreshing, palate cooling yogurt with cucumber, tomato, cumin, and fresh cilantro. Get the recipe.