If like us, you often get a craving for Indian cuisine, then you’re in luck. You don’t have to go to a restaurant or order takeout to get the delicious flavors you’ve been craving.
Fragrant sauces, warm spices, and vibrant colors are what you’ll get when you create any one of these 19 best meals from Indian cuisine. They’re surprisingly easy to make and budget-friendly, so let’s get cooking.
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Indian Cauliflower Curry
Serve this dish for your next Meatless Monday! It’s vegetarian and vegan-friendly and would be delicious with plain white rice or even mashed potatoes. Add a bright green vegetable for a healthy meal.
Lamb Vindaloo
If you love the flavor of lamb, give this recipe a try! It’s full of authentic flavors of British-style vindaloo curry. The recipe includes photos so you can easily follow along.
Butter Chicken
The flavors of butter chicken are irresistible. This recipe only takes 30 minutes and would be wonderful served with steamed rice and naan bread!
Matar Paneer
This is a hearty and delicious dish to enjoy when you’re looking for a vegetarian-friendly dish. Serve it with basmati rice and naan for a comforting meal!
Goan Fish
Use a firm white fish in this curry – haddock, cod, or pollock are excellent options. It takes just 20 minutes to cook and is a deliciously comforting meal!
Palak Paneer
Paneer is a traditional type of cottage cheese that’s a staple in Indian cooking. In this dish, it’s paired with spinach and is simmered in a gravy made with tomatoes and onions. Serve it alongside rice or with warm naan bread.
Indian Chicken Curry
This traditional style of curry is actually quite easy to make. It’s ready to serve in just 30 minutes and would be wonderful served with rice and a green vegetable.
Dal (Indian Lentil Curry)
High in protein and big in flavor, dal is both vegetarian and vegan-friendly. It’s also a comforting dish that is often served with fluffy basmati rice.
Chicken Biryani
Some biryanis can be quite involved to make but this dish is really easy! The chicken is marinated in a blend of curry, cinnamon, and yogurt, and is then cooked in a pan along with the rice and the remaining ingredients.
Chickpea Curry
With a couple of cans of chickpeas and some warm spices, you’ll have a delicious stew that’s high in protein and vegan-friendly. Enjoy it with fluffy white rice for a hearty meal!
Tandoori Chicken
This flavorful dish is made with chicken legs, Greek yogurt, and a wonderful assortment of spices. The chicken can be cooked on the grill or in the oven, and is ready to enjoy in under an hour!
Malai Kofta
These vegetarian balls are a great dish to enjoy on Meatless Monday! They’re served in a delicious curry sauce and would be wonderful with crusty rolls or warm naan.
Chicken Madras
If you love the kick of spicier food, this is the recipe for you. The chicken is very flavorful and would be perfect with warm naan bread and fluffy white rice.
Kadai Chicken
This spicy chicken dish is easy to make and the recipe includes step-by-step photos to help you along. Serve it with warm roti for a delicious weeknight meal.
Indian Beef Kabob
Serve these tender beef kabobs at your next casual gathering! The meat is marinated overnight for the best flavor and is then grilled until tender and juicy.
Aloo Chaat
You’ll love the flavors of this addictive snack food! It’s a combination of sweet, sour, and spicy, and goes great with a cold glass of beer.
Okra Masala
If you’re unsure of okra because of its slimy texture, give this recipe a try! It’s a well-seasoned dry curry that would go well with rice or roti and is ready to enjoy in about 40 minutes.
Prawn Malai Curry
This dish has a long list of ingredients but is ready to enjoy in just 40 minutes! Serve it on a bed of fluffy rice with a tender green vegetable.
Lamb Bhuna
Rich and succulent, this authentic lamb curry is slow-cooked until tender. Serve it at your next get-together with fluffy rice, warm naan, and a crisp salad!
Best Indian Cauliflower Curry Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger minced
- 2 tablespoons yellow curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 can diced tomatoes about 14oz
- 1 can coconut milk about 14oz, use lighter version for less fat
- 1 head of cauliflower cut into florets
- salt and pepper to taste, optional
- steamed basmati rice naan, and cilantro, optional for serving
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium low heat. Add the onions and sauté until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and ginger cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add curry powder, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon and diced tomatoes. Combine them completely.
- Add the coconut milk, bring to boil and let simmer for a few minutes.
- Pour mixture into a blender and blend until well pureed and smooth.
- Return the mixture to the pot. Add cauliflower and simmer for about 20 minutes until cauliflower is tender.
- Taste and add salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve warm with cilantro over basmati rice or naan.
Notes
- The thickness of your curry soup is up to you. Add more coconut milk or water to thin it if you prefer.
- If you like chunky curry texture, you can skip the blending process.
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