RecepieplanningIndian cooking for real weeks
Layered spices, flexible vegetarian nights. 17 indian recipes ready to browse below.
About this cuisine
Indian cuisine ranges from quick tadka dals to richer curries. For meal planning, the win is repeating spices and aromatics across the week so grocery lists stay short while dinners still feel distinct.
Weeknight tip: Cook a pot of lentils early in the week and turn leftovers into wraps, bowls, or rice plates.
Where you'll find it
- India
- Nepal
- Sri Lanka
- diaspora kitchens
Pantry staples
- Turmeric
- Cumin
- Mustard seeds
- Ghee or oil
- Lentils
- Basmati
From this kitchen
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MediumChickpea and Sweet Potato Curry
A cozy, warmly spiced curry where tender sweet potato and chickpeas simmer in a coconut-tomato base until rich and thick. It's entirely plant-based, freezes well, and gets better as the spices settle in overnight.
MediumCoconut Curry Soup
Red lentils and carrots simmer in a fragrant curry-spiced coconut broth until soft and creamy, then get a final handful of spinach folded in at the end. It's a warming, one-pot vegan soup that's naturally thick without any cream.
MediumButter Chicken
Tender marinated chicken simmered in a rich, buttery tomato sauce rounded out with cream and warm garam masala. This restaurant favorite is easier to make at home than it looks, and the sauce only gets better with a few extra minutes to simmer.
MediumChana Masala
A hearty, tangy chickpea curry simmered with onion, tomato, and warm spices until thick and comforting. It's a pantry-friendly weeknight staple that tastes like it simmered all day, and it only gets better the next day.
MediumPalak Paneer
Silky pureed spinach studded with golden-fried paneer cubes, gently spiced with cumin and garlic and finished with a touch of cream. It's a comforting, mild curry that's ready in well under 30 minutes.
EasyMasala Egg Breakfast Scramble
Fluffy scrambled eggs cooked with sizzling cumin seeds, onion, tomato, and green chili for a bright, spiced start to the day. Serve with toast or a warm paratha to soak up the juices.
MediumIndian Jeera Rice Side
Fragrant basmati rice tempered with whole cumin seeds, bay leaf, and warm whole spices in ghee. A simple, aromatic side that pairs beautifully with any curry or dal.
HardSoft Idli Sambar Breakfast
Pillowy steamed rice-and-lentil cakes served with a tangy, vegetable-packed lentil sambar. A light yet filling South Indian breakfast that is naturally vegan and gluten-free.
EasySavory Chickpea Flour Chilla Breakfast
Thin, savory pancakes made from chickpea flour batter loaded with onion, tomato, and fresh herbs. Naturally vegan and protein-rich, they cook in minutes and make a satisfying, gluten-free breakfast.
HardMix Vegetable Curry
A colorful medley of seasonal vegetables simmered in an onion-tomato masala with warm ground spices. Wholesome and naturally vegan, it makes a comforting dinner with rice or roti.
MediumBhindi Masala
Tender okra stir-fried with onions, tomatoes, and aromatic spices until lightly caramelized and no longer sticky. A beloved dry vegetable dish that pairs beautifully with roti and dal.
EasyCreamy Cucumber Raita Side
A cooling yogurt side studded with grated cucumber, roasted cumin, and fresh herbs. It balances spicy curries and biryanis with its refreshing tang.
MediumMasala Dosa Breakfast
Crisp, golden rice-and-lentil crepes filled with spiced potato masala and served with coconut chutney. A South Indian breakfast classic with a shatteringly crisp shell and soft, fragrant filling.
MediumDal Tadka Lunch Bowl
Comforting yellow lentils simmered until creamy, finished with a sizzling ghee tadka of cumin, garlic, and dried chilies. Served in bowls over steamed rice with a wedge of lemon.
MediumMalai Kulfi Dessert
Rich, slow-cooked milk fudge frozen into dense, creamy kulfi with cardamom and pistachios. Unlike airy ice cream, kulfi melts slowly on the tongue with deep caramelized milk flavor.
MediumPalak Paneer Dinner
Velvety spinach curry with cubes of soft paneer in a spiced tomato-ginger base. A beloved North Indian dinner that pairs perfectly with warm naan or basmati rice.
MediumAloo Pakora Side
Crispy chickpea-battered potato fritters spiced with ajwain and green chili. A classic Indian side or tea-time snack with tamarind chutney for dipping.
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