Crispy Chakli (Rice Flour Murukku)
Crunchy spiral chakli made the instant way with rice flour, gram flour, butter, cumin and sesame. A classic Diwali snack that keeps for two weeks.
By Diet
Gluten-Free
Gluten-free recipes that are naturally free of wheat, not substitutes: Indian curries and dals, chutneys, rice dishes, roasted vegetables and simple sweets. Always check packaged ingredients like asafoetida and spice blends for hidden gluten.
Kaju Katli (Cashew Fudge)
Smooth, melt-in-the-mouth cashew fudge diamonds made with just cashews, sugar, water and a touch of cardamom. Naturally gluten-free and perfect for Diwali gift boxes.
Aloo Gobi (Potato and Cauliflower)
Golden potatoes and cauliflower cooked with turmeric, cumin, ginger and spices until tender with crispy edges. Vegan, gluten-free and easy.
Dal Tadka (Everyday Yellow Dal)
Comforting yellow lentils finished with a sizzling tempering of ghee, cumin, garlic and dried chilli. Simple, cheap and ready in about 45 minutes.
Chana Masala
Tangy, deeply spiced Punjabi chickpea curry made with canned chickpeas in about 45 minutes. Vegan and gluten-free.
Oven Tandoori Chicken
Juicy, smoky tandoori chicken marinated in spiced yogurt and roasted in a hot oven until charred. No tandoor needed.
Dal Makhani
Creamy, buttery Punjabi black lentils and kidney beans simmered with tomato, ginger and garlic. Made easier with a pressure cooker or Instant Pot.
Palak Paneer
Soft paneer cubes in a smooth, bright green spinach sauce with ginger, garlic, cumin and a touch of cream. Ready in about 40 minutes.
Easy Chicken Biryani
Fragrant layered chicken biryani with saffron basmati rice, spiced yogurt chicken, crispy fried onions and mint, steamed in one pot.
Chicken Tikka Masala
Smoky broiled chicken tikka in a bold, creamy onion and tomato masala sauce. The curry house classic, made at home without a tandoor.