41 Indian Recipes You Can Make at Home

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41 Indian Recipes You Can Make at Home1/41 Butter Chicken Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Intermediate Total Time 50 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is my version of butter chicken, a classic curry dish beloved around the world. The yogurt marinade tenderizes the chicken and imparts flavor, but the star of the show is the aromatic, creamy tomato gravy. Dried fenugreek is optional, but if you can find it, it adds a special nuance to this famous dish. Warm naan bread on the side is perfect for mopping up all

the luxurious sauce

the luxurious sauce. —April Preisler, Auburn, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 497 calories, 35g fat (16g saturated fat), 159mg cholesterol, 1146mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 32g protein. Chicken tikka masala may get more attention, but I think butter chicken is the original classic. It has a similar yet distinct sauce that makes it shine. The chicken becomes ultra-tender after a brief rest in a garam masala-spiked yogurt marinade. Then, the sauce is made by sautéing thin slices of onions in a generous amount of ghee until they are caramelized, creating a deep, nutty flavor. It is the

ultimate comfort food, especially when paired with garlic naan

ultimate comfort food, especially when paired with garlic naan. 2/41 Chicken Samosas Test Kitchen Approved KRISTINA VANNI FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 40 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This chicken samosa recipe is best served with a yogurt dipping sauce or chutney (like coriander and mint, tamarind or sweet mango). —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 samosa: 325 calories, 21g fat (2g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 240mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. The dough and filling for these crunchy, satisfying chicken samosas

can be made ahead of time, so you can assemble them quickly before your guests arrive. We like to prepare a variety of dipping sauces, including mint chutney and a cilantro yogurt sauce. 3/41 Malai Kofta TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Intermediate Total Time 55 min Servings 20 kofta (4 cups gravy) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Learn how to make malai kofta! This popular Indian recipe consists of delicious potato and cheese balls in a velvety tomato-based curry sauce. The air fryer lightens up the traditionally deep-fried dumplings, while the pressure cooker makes putting together the curry

sauce effortless

sauce effortless. —Soniya Saluja, The Belly Rules the Mind Nutrition Facts: 4 kofta with about 3/4 cup gravy: 442 calories, 26g fat (13g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 386mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 4g fiber), 16g protein. Malai kofta is like a dynamic duo, with tender paneer and potatoes teaming up to create dumplings cloaked in a tomato-based sauce. While you’d typically see kofta deep-fried in most Indian kitchens, I love how this recipe makes smart use of an air fryer and a pressure cooker. Our malai kofta’s memorable, melt-in-your-mouth texture will surely have you coming back for seconds. 4/41

First browning the onion, ginger and garlic really makes the sauce amazing

Chickpea and Potato Curry 6 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Chickpea and Potato Curry Recipe photo by Emily Davis for Taste of Home Skill Level Intermediate Total Time 6 hours 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I make chana masala, the classic Indian chickpea curry, in my slow cooker. First browning the onion, ginger and garlic really makes the sauce amazing. —Anjana Devasahayam, San Antonio, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups chickpea mixture: 240 calories, 6g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 767mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 9g fiber), 8g protein. This chickpea

Chicken tikka skewers make an easy and delectable party food

and potato curry is similar to chana masala, a classic Indian curry starring chickpeas in a rich tomato sauce. This version uses pantry staples and a slow cooker to develop an incredible depth of flavor. 5/41 Chicken Tikka Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 40 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Chicken tikka skewers make an easy and delectable party food. Though this recipe is mild, you can dial up the spice by increasing the amount of chili powder. —Aleni Salcedo, East Elmhurst, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 skewer: 163

Don’t have skewers?

calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 378mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein. If you need a flavorful recipe that’s also a breeze to make, these oven-baked chicken tikka skewers are it. They are great for dinner but also make an impressive hand-held appetizer for your next get-together. Don’t have skewers? Cook the chicken on a sheet pan instead. Not a fan of chicken? No problem—swap in lamb, beef or paneer. 6/41 Garam Masala 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 15 min Servings 12 servings

India is home to countless spice combinations,

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you’re looking for an easy and authentic garam masala recipe, I’ve got you covered. This spice blend—typically made with about 10 different ingredients—comes together in just a few minutes. It is sure to bring out the best aromas and flavors in your Indian-inspired dishes. —Anvita Mistry, Erlangen, Germany Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 30 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 4mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. There’s something magical about homemade spice blends, especially one as iconic as garam masala. India is home to countless spice combinations,

but garam masala stands out as a staple

but garam masala stands out as a staple. Made with warm, smoky spices like cumin, cardamom, cinnamon and peppercorns, this blend infuses Indian cooking with intense, unforgettable flavor. It’s great for dishes like butter chicken, cauliflower tikka masala or biryani. 7/41 Golden Milk 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Turmeric Tea Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 15 min Servings 1 tea Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Turmeric doesn’t provide just a soothing, peppery flavor to a cup of tea. It also has many health benefits as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory

ingredient

ingredient. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 tea: 74 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 58mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. One of our favorite ways to enjoy turmeric—and its health benefits—is in a creamy, sweet, hot beverage. You can make this with dairy or nondairy milk and control the sweetness level by adding more or less honey. 8/41 Tandoori Chicken 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 35 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A

hand-mixed spice rub makes ordinary chicken worthy of a special occasion

hand-mixed spice rub makes ordinary chicken worthy of a special occasion. Plus, it takes a while to marinate, so you can do other things while the spicy yogurt sauce works its magic. —Dena Leigh, Oldsmar, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 310 calories, 20g fat (7g saturated fat), 96mg cholesterol, 548mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein. The spiced yogurt marinade in this recipe transforms chicken thighs into a restaurant-worthy entree. Serve the chicken with naan or chapati and plenty of basmati rice. 9/41 Chapati 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chapati Breads Recipe photo by Taste of Home

My daughter and I prepare this Indian flatbread frequently

Skill Level Beginner Total Time 25 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My daughter and I prepare this Indian flatbread frequently. It is so fun to make and goes well with any spiced dish. We use the extras to make sandwich wraps. —Joyce McCarthy, Sussex, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 flatbread: 113 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 237mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat. Mixing all-purpose and whole wheat flour helps chapati achieve a satisfying, chewy texture—making them the perfect accompaniment to dishes like

dal or curry

dal or curry. Double the recipe so you can use the chapati for sandwich wraps the next day. 10/41 Chicken Korma 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved AUDREY ROMPON FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 45 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Chicken korma is a spiced Indian dish. It’s not spicy-hot, but it’s very flavorful from ingredients like cloves and ginger. Serve it with rice to soak in all the sauce. —Jemima Madhavan, Lincoln, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 313 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 665mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate

(5g sugars, 4g fiber), 27g protein

(5g sugars, 4g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1-1/2 starch. We love any ideas that switch up typical chicken breast recipes. This rich, deeply flavorful curry transforms the basic white meat into a showstopping dinner that’s perfect over rice. To up the heat, add a teaspoon of red pepper flakes or make your own curry powder using Kashmiri chili powder—it’s typically hotter than the mild chili powders found in U.S. grocery stores. 11/41 Curry Lentil Soup 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 35