Easy Indian Recipes for the Home Cook

Going out for a feast of Indian food is such a wonderful treat. But, if you want to stay home, you can also create some of your favorite Indian dishes with spectacular results! But how, you may ask? Well, may I present to you my Easy Indian Recipes for the Home Cook.

Samosa – Sweet Potato or Dal Curry

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

Chicken Madras Curry

A richly flavored Indian curry ready in about 30 minutes—perfect for curry lovers in a hurry. Make it mild or spicy. Get the recipe.

Tomato Chutney

Taking just minutes to make, Indian spices transform fresh tomatoes into a rich, flavorful side dish. Get the recipe.

Mashed Indian Eggplant (Baingan Bharta)

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

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

Naan Bread

Soft, pillowy homemade naan—perfect for mopping up every last bit of curry and chutney. Get the recipe.

Curry Vegetable Basmati Rice

Vegetables and basmati rice cook together with Indian spices, making a perfect pairing for meat dishes. Get the recipe.

Easy Indian Spice Blend

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

Indian Spiced Peas

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

A refreshing, palate-cooling yogurt with cucumber, tomato, cumin, and fresh cilantro. Get the recipe.