8 easy Indian recipes to try at home
[Photo: Foodess]
Do you find yourself going gaga over the thought of a warm fluffy naan, dunked in a creamy curry, and scooping it up in one graceful bite? If you are reaching for your Indian takeout menu and the phone, stop right there. Here are eight seriously easy Indian recipes you can make right at home with just a few pantry staples.
Fish Moilee or Keralan Fish Stew [Photo: At The Corner Of Happy & Harried]
Indian cuisine has a wealth of seafood recipes, which are sorely under-represented in restaurants abroad. And not all of them are red-coloured and fiery hot. Some can be mellow, rich in aromatics rather than hot spices. This fish moilee or Keralan fish stew is simple to make and teases your tastebuds with its depth of flavor. Pair it with rice or crusty breads or eat it on its own as a soup.
Get the recipe from: At The Corner Of Happy & Harried
Butter Chicken [Photo: Foodess]
This dish is a classic, a beloved international icon of Indian cuisine, and it’s really easy to pull off right in the comfort of your own kitchen! All it takes is a quick marinade for the chicken, gently caramelized onions, simple spices, tomatoes for acidity and finished with a liberal dose of cream to make the signature velvety sauce. This is one dish that is sure to please everyone at dinner.
Get the recipe from: Foodess
Chicken and Mushroom Korma [Photo: At The Corner Of Happy & Harried]
Feeling a little more adventurous but still want to remain in your comfort zone? Try korma. A korma is a rich, creamy, Indian curry which can be made with chicken, lamb or vegetables. Depending on which part of India the recipe is from and how rich you want your korma to be, you can use nuts, raisins, cream or even coconut milk to get the trademark creamy richness. This version has sauteed button mushrooms and tender chicken in a nutty coconut milk sauce.
Get the recipe from: At The Corner Of Happy & Harried
Slow-Cooker Chana Masala [Photo: Holy Cow Vegan]
It is surprisingly easy, not to mention immensely satisfying and interesting, to be on a vegetarian or vegan diet while enjoying Indian food. Chana, chickpeas, garbanzo beans - whatever you call it, this protein-rich legume has a nutty, buttery texture best suited for soaking up those rich flavors. Bonus: this dish can be made in your slow-cooker so you can come home to a hassle-free dinner!
Get the recipe from: Holy Cow Vegan
Tawa Pulao [Photo: Cook With Manali]
Spicy and full of vegetables, Tawa Pulao (an iconic street food from Mumbai) is a simple side dish to your main meal. It’s ready in minutes and a great way to use up leftover rice. It gets its name from how the street vendors use a tawa (a hot flat iron griddle) to toss the rice, vegetables and spices together but you can simply use a trusty skillet or saute pan here.
Get the recipe from: Cook With Manali
Homemade Instant Naan Bread [Photo: At The Corner Of Happy & Harried]
The humble naan just might have single-handedly transformed the Indian culinary scene. Reminiscent of a pita bread, but slightly chewier like a pizza base, this is the perfect vehicle for any sort of Indian curries and sauces. What if I told you there was a simple recipe to make fluffy naan breads in your own kitchen? And, you can make them with whole wheat flour while you’re at it.
Get the recipe from: At The Corner Of Happy & Harried
Tandoori Paneer Tikka [Photo: Lemon In Ginger]
These spiced and grilled paneer (Indian cottage cheese) and pepper skewers are so tasty, you won’t miss the meat. No tandoor oven required for this recipe, just a super hot oven or grill-top will do.
Get the recipe from: Lemon In Ginger
Rice Kheer [Photo: Fun Food And Frolic]
What’s an Indian meal without a sweet finish? Every culture has its version of rice pudding and Indian cuisine in no different. We call it kheer — it’s rich, warm and comforting.
Get the recipe from: Fun Food And Frolic
Anjana Devasahayam is a foodie, baker, recipe creator and blogger at her blog, At The Corner Of Happy & Harried. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter & Pinterest.
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