Looking for the best vegan Indian recipes? You're in the right place. This collection of 130+ dishes covers everything - hearty lentil curries, crispy street food snacks, fluffy flatbreads, and indulgent desserts - all naturally plant-based and bursting with authentic flavor.
The best part? You won't need any meat substitutes. Indian cuisine is one of the most naturally vegan-friendly and dairy-free in the world, with centuries of tradition built around legumes, vegetables, and bold spices.
Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just getting started, these recipes are quick to prepare, deeply satisfying, and guaranteed to become weeknight staples.
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Essential Tips for Indian Cooking
Indian cooking can feel intimidating at first - the spice combinations, the layering of flavors, the unfamiliar ingredients. But once you have a few fundamentals in place, it comes together quickly and naturally.
Here's how to set yourself up for success.
Stock These 5 Core Spices
You don't need a cabinet full of exotic ingredients to cook incredible Indian food. These five spices are the foundation of most everyday Indian meals:
- Coriander Powder - earthy, citrusy, essential
- Red Chili Powder - heat and depth
- Turmeric Powder - color, warmth, and anti-inflammatory goodness
- Garam Masala - the aromatic finishing spice (make your own)
- Cumin Seeds - nutty, toasty base for tempering
- Asafoetida (Hing) - optional but transformative
For a full pantry guide, check out the Indian Spices post.
Prep These Ingredients in Advance
A little weekend prep goes a long way in Indian cooking. These basics can be made ahead, refrigerated, and used throughout the week:
- Ginger Paste - freeze in ice cube trays for easy portioning
- Garlic Paste - stores well refrigerated for 1-2 weeks
- Green Chili - keep whole in the fridge or slice and freeze
- Curry Leaves - freeze fresh for best flavor
Pro tip: Make a batch of Bhuna Masala - a rich, slow-cooked curry base and use it all week to pull together quick curries in minutes. It's a genuine game-changer for everyday Indian cooking.
How to Veganize Indian Recipes
Many Indian dishes are already 100% vegan. Others are vegetarian but use dairy - ghee, yogurt, cream, or paneer. Here's how to swap those out without losing any of the flavor:
| Ingredient | Vegan Substitute |
|---|---|
| Ghee (clarified butter) | Vegan butter or any plant-based oil |
| Yogurt / Curd | Any plain plant-based yogurt |
| Milk | Oat milk, almond milk, or coconut milk |
| Paneer | Firm tofu - it absorbs curry beautifully |
| Cream | Full-fat coconut milk or blended cashew cream |
Once you know these swaps, almost every Indian recipe on the internet becomes fair game.
Main Dishes: Lentils & Beans
Lentils and beans are the backbone of Indian home cooking - protein-rich, deeply flavorful, and endlessly versatile. These are the dishes that show up on dinner tables across India every single day.
Maa Ki Dal | Kali Dal | Black Gram Dal
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Maa Ki Dal | Kali Dal | Black Gram Dal
Maa ki Dal or Kali Dal recipe (black gram or kali urad dal): This delicious and creamy Punjabi lentil dish is made with whole black gram (sabut urad dal), onions, tomatoes, and aromatic Indian spices.
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Easy Chana Masala
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Easy Chana Masala | Chickpeas Masala
Chana Masala recipe: Enjoy this delicious, flavorsome, hearty Indian meal made with protein-packed chickpeas, simmered in aromatic onion-tomato sauce. Serve this vegetarian chickpeas masala curry with steamed Basmati rice, or naan.
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Dal Makhani - Better than Restaurant
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Recipe for Dal Makhani - Better than Restaurant!
Recipe for Dal Makhani: Enjoy this classic Indian Dal right in the comfort of your home. Made with black lentils, aromatic Indian spices, this recipe is easy and way better than any takeout!
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Lobia | Black Eyed Peas Curry
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Lobia | Lobia Dal | Black Eyed Peas Curry
Lobia is a nutritious and delicious, popular Indian curry made with black eyed peas, simmered in an onion, tomato base sauce, and some aromatic Indian spices. Enjoy this vegan and gluten free lobia dal over steamed white rice or some naan.
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Chana Dal Recipe
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Chana Dal Recipe
Make tasty Chana Dal easily in a pressure cooker. Cook split chickpeas with ginger, garlic, onion, tomato, and aromatic spices for a cozy soup. It's vegan and gluten-free!
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Lauki Chana Dal Sabji
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Lauki Chana Dal Sabji
Lauki Chana Dal is a delicious North Indian curry made with bottle gourd, chickpea lentils, tomatoes, chilies, and spices. It's flavorful, tangy, and slightly spicy.
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Methi Chole | Fenugreek Chana Masala
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Methi Chole [Fenugreek Chana Masala]
Methi Chole – Try this twist on the popular Chole (chana) Masala recipe! Perfect for packing into lunch boxes or enjoying at home.
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Lehsuni Moong Dal | Garlicky Yellow Lentils
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Lehsuni Moong Dal | Garlicky Yellow Lentils
Enjoy the delightful and flavorful Lehsuni Moong Dal—a light and tasty dish bursting with the richness of garlic. This quick and easy-to-make yellow lentil curry is nutritious and perfect for busy weekdays. It's a vegan and gluten-free recipe.
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Sprouts Curry
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Sprouts Curry (Moong Sprouts Sabzi)
A high-protein sprouted moong dal curry made in the Instant Pot or on the stovetop. Mung bean sprouts simmer in a flavorful onion-tomato sauce with ginger, garlic, and aromatic spices, a quick, satisfying main that pairs perfectly with roti, paratha, or rice.
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Kala Chana Masala | Black Chickpeas Curry
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Kala Chana Masala ( Black chickpeas curry)
Kala chana masala or black chickpeas curry, is a popular dish from North Indian cuisine. Black chickpeas are simmered in an onion, tomato base sauce and some aromatic Indian spices. Enjoy this flavorful, excellent protein rich curry over steamed white rice or some naan. This recipe is VEGAN, GLUTEN-FREE
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Aloo Wadiyan | Amritsari Aloo Wadiyan
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Aloo Wadiyan | Amritsari Aloo Wadiyan
Savor the flavors of homemade Aloo Wadiyan – a delightful Punjabi dish featuring sun-dried lentil dumplings and potatoes. Perfect with rice or chapati!
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Langar Wali Dal | Amritsari Dal
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Langar Wali Dal | Amritsari Dal
Indulging in the heartwarming flavors of homemade Langar Wali Dal today! This Punjabi delight, rich with whole black urad dal and chana dal, is a soulful flavors.
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Rajma Masala | Rajma Chawal
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Rajma Chawal | Rajma Masala | Rajma Recipe
This homestyle Rajma Recipe is like a warm hug in a bowl, with its comforting blend of aromatic spices and creamy kidney beans. Each spoonful is a cozy embrace of flavor, perfect for nourishing the soul on a chilly evening.
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Soya Granules Aloo Matar
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Nutritious Soya Granules Aloo Matar (TVP Potato Peas Curry)
Soya Granules Aloo Matar: A flavorful and protein-packed Indian dish combining soya granules, potatoes, and green peas in a fragrant blend of spices.
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Sindhi Moong Dal Tadka
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Sindhi Moong Dal Tadka | Wholesome and Nutritious
Sindhi Moong Dal Tadka is a delicious and nutritious dish made from split yellow lentils (moong dal) and is tempered with aromatic spices. It's a popular Sindhi dish and is typically served with steamed white rice and jeera aloo.
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Wholesome Green Moong Dal | Mung Bean Curry
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Wholesome Green Moong dal [Mung Bean Curry]
Delight your taste buds with a hearty bowl of homemade Moong Bean Dal, a nutritious Indian lentil soup bursting with flavor! Try this Moong Bean Dal recipe for a comforting meal that's vegetarian, healthy, and delicious. Perfect with rice or naan!
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Broccoli Palak Dal | Spinach Dal
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Healthy Broccoli Palak Dal [Spinach Dal Indian Recipe]
Broccoli Palak Dal is a wholesome and flavorful dish that combines lentils, broccoli, and spinach for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
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Nav Dhan Dal
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Nav Dhan Dal
Nav Dhan dal is a creamy, and flavorful dal made with a combination of nine different beans and lentils and aromatic Indian spices!
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Easy Instant Pot Spinach Dal
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Easy Instant Pot Spinach Dal
Instant Pot Spinach dal is a creamy, flavorful, and nutritious Indian dish that combines tender, cooked lentils with fresh spinach leaves and aromatic spices.
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Nav Dhan Masala Dosa | No Rice Dosa
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Nav Dhan Masala Dosa | No rice Dosa
Nav Dhan Masala Dosa [no-rice dosa], is a savory crepe made with a combination of quinoa, 9 beans mix and lentils. Dosa is stuffed with hot and spicy, lip-smacking Red Chutney Aloo Masala (potato stuffing).
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Sindhi Sai Bhaji
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Sindhi Sai Bhaji Recipe
The Sindhi Sai Bhaji Recipe is a flavorful, high-protein Sindhi dal dish made with a unique blend of green leafy vegetables, and dal, all cooked together with aromatic spices to create a delicious one-pot meal.
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Sindhi Tidali Dal | Three Lentil Dal
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Sindhi Tidali Dal
Sindhi Tidali Dal (Tridaali dal) - This dal is creamy, and flavorful made with a combination of three lentils, tomatoes, and ginger, and tempered with aromatic garlic. Simple, yet scrumptious, this Tidali dal makes a perfect meal for busy weeknights.
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Udupi Sambar
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Udupi Sambar
Lightly spiced, sweet and tangy, aromatic Udupi sambar, made with split pigeon peas, vegetables and freshly made sambar masala which adds a ton of flavor to this dish.
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Mixed Sprouts Curry
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Mixed Sprouts Curry
Mixed sprouts curry is a wholesome Indian curry made with sprouted lentils, beans, nuts, and seeds, simmered in a lightly spiced onion-tomato gravy. Naturally vegan and gluten-free, ready in 30 minutes.
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Simple Varan Bhaat | Maharashtrian Dal
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Simple Varan Bhaat [Maharashtrian Varan Recipe]
Delicious Varan Bhaat recipe, a comforting Maharashtrian meal made effortlessly! Try this simple dal (lentil) recipe for a wholesome meal tonight.
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Main Dishes: Curries
From smoky roasted eggplant to vibrant cauliflower stir-fries, these vegetable curries are anything but boring.
Baingan Chokha Recipe
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Baingan Chokha Recipe
Baingan ka Chokha, or simply Baingan Chokha as it's known in Bihar, is a flavorful dish made from fire-roasted mashed eggplant. It is traditionally served with Litti or sattu ka paratha. This dish is low in fat, gluten-free, and vegan.
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Aloo Gobi Matar | Potato Cauliflower Peas
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Aloo Gobi Matar [Spiced Potato Cauliflower Peas]
Aloo Gobi Matar is a simple stir fry of potatoes, cauliflower, and peas, flavored with aromatic Indian spices. This low-fat recipe is ready in 20 minutes! Tasty, healthy, and vegan!
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Hariyali Baingan Bharta | Roasted Eggplant Dip
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Hariyali Baingan Bharta | Roasted Eggplant Dip
Hariyali Baingan Bharta, is a smoky and flavorful roasted eggplant dip infused with aromatic green garlic and spices. Perfect accompaniment for dipping with naan or enjoy as a side dish.
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Gajar Matar Ki Sabji | Carrot and Peas Stir Fry
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Gajar Matar Ki Sabji | Quick Carrot and Green Peas Stir Fry
Gajar Matar Ki Sabji! This classic North Indian dish blends sweet carrots and tender green peas, creating a vibrant and flavorful medley of seasonal goodness.
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Soya Granules Gobi Matar
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Soya Granules Gobi Matar Recipe Using Homemade Bhuna Masala
Enjoy the rich flavors of Soya Granules Gobi Matar Recipe, where tender cauliflower and protein-packed soya granules come together in a delightful blend of Homemade Bhuna Masala. This quick and easy dish offers a comforting and nutritious twist to a classic favorite, perfect for a satisfying meal!
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Baingan Bharta | Roasted Eggplant Mash
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Baingan Bharta - Roasted Eggplant Mash
Baingan Bharta Recipe! Indulge in the smoky goodness of roasted eggplant Indian recipe combined with aromatic spices, in this flavorful vegan dish.
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Gobi Keema Matar | Cauliflower Mince Peas Curry
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Gobi Keema Matar | Cauliflower Mince Peas Curry
Try this mouthwatering Gobi Keema Matar, a vegetarian delight that brings together minced cauliflower, green peas, and aromatic spices. Perfect for meatless days!
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Zucchini Kofta Curry
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Amazing Zucchini Kofta Curry [Indian Zucchini Dumplings]
Delicious Zucchini Kofta Curry! Try this flavorful Indian-inspired dish made with crispy zucchini dumplings in a rich onion-tomato-based curry sauce. Perfect for a comforting dinner!
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Baingan Methi | Eggplant Fenugreek Curry
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Baingan Methi Recipe[Indian Eggplant Fenugreek Leaves Curry]
Baingan Methi is a flavorful Indian dish made with eggplants (baingan) and fresh fenugreek leaves (methi). This simple Indian eggplant curry is easy to prepare. It is served as a side dish with roti or rice.
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Aloo Bhindi | Potatoes and Okra Stir Fry
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Aloo Bhindi | Indian Potatoes Okra Stir Fry
Delicious homemade aloo bhindi - a flavorful North Indian dish made with potatoes and okra. Try this easy recipe for a comforting meal!
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Lauki Kofta | Bottle Gourd Dumplings Curry
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Lauki Kofta Curry | Bottle gourd Dumplings Curry
Lauki kofta curry is a popular dish from North India. Kofta's are made with bottle gourd and immersed in flavorful onion-tomato sauce. Enjoy this kofta curry with Indian bread roti, or paratha.
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Sindhi Methi Aloo
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Sindhi Methi Aloo
Sindhi methi aloo is a delicious and healthy preparation of potato and fresh methi leaves cooked together. A perfect midweek meal, simple and delicious, perfect with roti, paratha, or naan.
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Indian Broccoli Curry
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Indian Broccoli Recipe | Broccoli Curry
Indian Broccoli Recipe | Broccoli Curry is made with fresh broccoli, and 20 minutes of active cooking time.
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Baingan Tamatar Ki Sabzi
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Baingan Tamatar Ki Sabzi
Baingan tamatar ki sabzi – Air-fried or broiled eggplant is cooked in delicious tomato sauce seasoned with Indian spices.
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Sindhi Kadhi | Vegan Vegetable Curry
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Sindhi Kadhi | Vegan Curry with Vegetables
Sindhi Kadhi: A tangy, spicy, and flavorful vegetarian curry made with a variety of vegetables and gram flour (besan), and is served with rice.
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Gobi Matar Masala | Cauliflower and Peas
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Gobi Matar Masala [Indian Spiced Cauliflower & Peas]
Gobi Matar Masala -Cauliflower and peas cooked with onion, tomatoes & aromatic spices. This low-fat recipe is ready in 30 minutes! A great meat-free option for a meatless meal. Tasty, healthy, and vegan!
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Methi Aur Mooli Ki Sabzi | Fenugreek and Radish
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Methi Aur Mooli Ki Sabzi / Fenugreek And Radish Curry - Instant Pot, Stove
Methi Aur Mooli Ki Sabzi is a mildly flavored Daikon radish and greens stir fry, typically a North Indian dish. A very healthy and a easy preparation of greens using some basic Indian spices!!
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Ragda Pattice | Mumbai Street Style Chaat
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Ragda Pattice Recipe | Mumbai Street Style Chaat
Ragda Pattice recipe: A delightful fusion of crispy potato patties and spicy yellow peas curry, this dish encapsulates the vibrant flavors of Indian street food. Topped with tangy chutneys and aromatic spices, it's a perfect balance of textures and tastes that promises to tantalize your taste buds.
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Gawar Aloo Ki Sabji | Cluster Beans Curry
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Instant Pot Cluster Beans / Gawar Aloo Ki Sabji
Gawar Aloo ki Sabji, a quick and easy recipe from Indian cuisine. Gawar or cluster beans is low in calories and highly nutritious. This Gawar Aloo ki subji is made with cluster beans, potatoes and some Indian spices. This vegan, nut-free Gawar Aloo ki subji can be made in under 20 minutes!!
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Sarson Ka Saag
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Sarson Ka Saag - Recipe Video
Make this classic Indian dish Sarson Ka Saag in an Instant Pot or pressure cooker in no time! Enjoy Sarson ka saag makki ki roti, with a dollop of ghee!
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Lauki Ki Sabzi | Bottle Gourd Curry
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Lauki ki sabzi
Lauki ki Sabji, also known as Bottle Gourd Curry, is a popular and nutritious Indian vegetable dish. This dish is easy to prepare and can be customized to your liking by adding other vegetables or spices.
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Quick Mushroom Sabzi
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Quick Mushroom Sabzi Using Homemade Bhuna Masala | Indian Mushroom Recipes
Easy 10-minute Mushroom Sabzi | Indian Mushroom Recipe: The combination of garden-fresh mushrooms and the aromatic Homemade Bhuna Masala is a celebration of flavors that will leave you craving more.
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Pav Bhaji | Mumbai Street Style
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The Best Pav Bhaji Recipe | Mumbai Street Style Pav Bhaji
Mumbai street-style pav bhaji recipe! Made with a medley of mashed vegetables, aromatic spices, and served with soft pav bread rolls, this iconic street food will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Mumbai. Perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal any time of the day!
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Shalgam Ka Bharta | Indian Mashed Turnip
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Shalgam Ka Bharta [Indian Mashed Turnip Recipe]
Indulge in the rich flavors of Shalgam ka Bharta, a classic Indian recipe that transforms turnips into a deliciously spiced delight. Whether paired with warm rotis or fluffy rice, this vegetarian dish is a true comfort food gem!
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Batata Bhaji | Maharashtrian Potato Curry
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Easy Batata Bhaji [Maharashtrian Batatyachi Bhaji]
Batata Bhaji, a classic Maharashtrian dish, is a comforting and flavorful potato curry. Made with a medley of spices, mustard seeds, and green chilies, it's a versatile vegetarian dish enjoyed as a side or with bread in Indian cuisine.
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Maharashtrian Pithla
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Maharashtrian Pithla Recipe
Pithla – a simple, tasty, and versatile dish that is prepared quickly and easily, making it a perfect choice for weeknight dinners.
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Instant Pot Aloo Gobi
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Instant Pot Aloo Gobi | Pressure Cooker Potato Cauliflower Curry
Instant Pot Aloo Gobi – A classic Indian dish made with potatoes, cauliflower, and simple spices in the instant pot. This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and cooked to perfection in an Instant Pot (Pressure Cooker) in no time.
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Spinach Zucchini Stir Fry
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Spinach Zucchini Stir Fry | Indian Zucchini Recipe
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Kacche Kele Ki Sabji | Raw Banana Curry
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Kacche Kele Ki Sabji | Raw Banana Curry | Plantain Recipes
Kache Kele Ki Sabji is a simple and delicious Indian dish made with raw bananas or plantains. This vegan Plantain Curry with North Indian flare is a spicy, flavorful, delicious meal ready in just 30 minutes.
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Easy Potato Curry | Aloo Ki Sabji
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Easy Potato Curry [Aloo Ki Sabji]
Delicious and aromatic homemade Indian Potato Curry (Aloo Sabji) - a comforting vegetarian dish bursting with flavor! Explore this easy curries with potato recipe for a taste of India's rich culinary heritage. Perfect for Meatless Monday!
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Kale Sarson Ka Saag
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Kale Sarson Ka Saag
Kale Sarson Ka Saag is a healthy variation of the traditional dish that incorporates kale in addition to mustard greens. This variation offers a unique flavor and a boost of additional nutrients, making it a healthy and tasty alternative.
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Chili Tofu | Indo-Chinese Style
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Chili Tofu (Indo-Chinese Style)
Crispy tofu and crunchy bell peppers tossed in a bold, glossy sauce that's hot, sweet, and sour, just like your favorite Indian-Chinese restaurant, made at home in 30 minutes.
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Bathua Saag
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Bathua Saag
Discover the goodness of homemade Bathua Saag with this family recipe! Made with fresh bathua and mixed leafy greens, it's a flavorful and nutritious winter delight. Pair it with doda, a Sindhi flatbread, for a perfect meal!
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Side Dishes
The perfect Indian meal is built around sides. These dishes bring color, texture, and balance to any plate.
Aloo Suva | Indian Dill Potatoes
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Aloo Suva | Indian Fried Dill Potatoes
Aloo Suva (Dill) is a delicious and healthy preparation of potato and fresh dill leaves cooked together. A quick and easy recipe that comes together in under 30 minutes!
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Aloo Bhujia Sabzi | Potato Stir Fry
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Aloo Bhujia Sabzi | Potato Stir Fry
Aloo Bhujia: A simple potato stir fry made with mustard oil and seasoned with cumin seeds, and turmeric. This Aloo Bhujia is a popular dish from Indian states of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh!
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Hare Matar Ki Sukhi Sabji | Green Peas Stir Fry
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Easy Hare Matar Ki Sukhi Sabji [Peas Recipe Indian]
North Indian Hare Matar Ki Sukhi Sabji is a delightful dry curry made with green peas, and sautéed with aromatic spices like cumin, turmeric, and coriander.
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Raw Banana Fry
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Raw Banana Fry | Easy Banana Fry Recipe
Enjoy the perfect blend of spices in this crispy Raw Banana Fry recipe – a delightful side dish bursting with flavor and texture. Quick, easy, and sure to be a favorite for banana lovers!
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Baked Sweet Sour Karela | Khatta Meetha Bitter Gourd
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Baked Sweet Sour Bitter Gourd | Khatta Meetha Karela
Crispy Baked Sweet Sour Karela – A delightful and healthy twist on bitter gourds! These baked slices are perfectly balanced with sweet and tangy flavors.
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Zucchini Stir Fry - Ready in 10 Minutes
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Quick & Flavorful Zucchini Stir Fry – Ready in 10 Minutes
Looking for a healthy and delicious side dish? This Zucchini Stir Fry is a perfect choice! Made with fresh zucchini, and a blend of aromatic spices, this recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and ready in under 10 minutes. It's a great addition to your weeknight meals or a filling for wraps and sandwiches.
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Crispy Arbi Tuk | Smashed Taro Root
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Crispy Arbi Tuk | Smashed Taro Root
Arbi Tuk: These smashed Taro Roots are a tasty side dish or snack! They're crispy, golden on the outside, soft, melt-in-mouth inside, and packed with aromatic Indian flavor.
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Bharwa Bhindi | Stuffed Okra
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Bharwa Bhindi | Stuffed Okra
Bharwa Bhindi, or stuffed okra, is a delicious Indian dish that combines the earthy flavors of okra with a bold, spiced stuffing. This simple yet flavorful recipe is a perfect way to enjoy okra in a whole new way, packed with aromatic spices and crispy textures.
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Jeera Aloo | Cumin Potatoes
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Jeera Aloo
Jeera Aloo is a popular vegetarian dish from India, made by frying potatoes, and seasoning them with cumin seeds and spices. It is a simple and flavorful dish that is often served as a side with roti or rice.
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Quick Bhindi Fry | Okra Stir Fry
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Quick Bhindi Fry | Indian Okra Stir Fry
Delight your taste buds with homemade Bhindi Fry, a crispy and flavorful Indian dish! Perfect for Sunday brunch or dinner.
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Tariyal Vangan | Sindhi Fried Eggplant
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Tariyal Vangan - Crispy Sindhi Fried Eggplant
Tariyal Vangan is a crispy, boldly spiced Sindhi fried eggplant that comes together in just 15 minutes with a handful of pantry spices. It's the easiest way to turn a humble vegetable into an irresistible side dish that pairs beautifully with dal, rice, or flatbread.
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Air Fryer Frozen Okra
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Air Fryer Frozen Okra
Frozen okra is easy to make in the air fryer. With a few simple ingredients, you can make perfectly crispy, non-slimy okra in no time.
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10-Minute Air Fryer Broccoli
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10-Minute Air Fryer Broccoli | Indian Broccoli Recipe
Deliciously crispy Air Fryer Broccoli - Indian Broccoli Recipe. Try this healthy and flavorful recipe for a guilt-free snack or side dish!
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Baked Bhindi Fry | Oven-Baked Okra
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Baked Bhindi Fry ( Okra Fry )
Baked Bhindi Fry is a delicious, hands down one of the best ways to cook okra. This spicy, crunchy dish is made with just one simple vegetable - okra and a few Indian spices.
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Air Fryer Eggplant | Baingan Fry
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Air Fryer Eggplant / Baingan Fry
Air Fryer eggplant is one of the best air fryer recipe I have tried thus far. This healthy air fryer recipes, fried eggplant is the best ways to cook eggplant.
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Rice & Grains
Soya Chunks Pulao
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Soya Chunks Pulao (Easy, Protein-Rich One Pot Meal)
A hearty, protein-packed pulao made with soya chunks, fragrant basmati rice, whole spices, and herbs-perfect for a quick and satisfying Indian meal.
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Sindhi Methi Pulao
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Sindhi Methi Pulao Recipe | Easy One-Pot Fenugreek Rice
Quick, and wholesome, this Sindhi Methi Pulao is a flavorful one-pot rice dish made with fresh fenugreek leaves, tangy tomatoes, and aromatic spices.
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Broccoli Brown Rice Khichdi
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Broccoli Brown Rice Khichdi Recipe
Broccoli Brown Rice Khichdi Recipe – a flavorful twist to the traditional comfort food! Packed with nutty brown basmati rice, vibrant broccoli, and a blend of aromatic spices, this one-pot wonder is both nutritious and delicious.
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Turmeric Rice | Indian Yellow Rice
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Turmeric Rice Recipe | Indian Yellow Rice
Enjoy a flavorful and easy-to-make dish, this Turmeric Rice Recipe combines aromatic spices like cloves and cinnamon with the vibrant hue and subtle warmth of turmeric, creating a deliciously fragrant side dish. With its simple preparation and rich flavors, this recipe promises to elevate any meal with minimal effort.
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Instant Quinoa Mysore Masala Dosa
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Instant Quinoa Mysore Masala Dosa (With Red Chutney)
Instant Quinoa Mysore Masala Dosa is a nutritious twist on the classic South Indian crepe, replacing traditional rice with protein-packed quinoa. This gluten-free delicacy offers a healthy and delicious option to enjoy with your favorite chutneys and fillings.
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Kathiyawadi Khichdi | Gujarati Masala Khichdi
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Kathiyawadi Khichdi | Gujarati Masala Khichdi Recipe
Kathiyawadi Khichdi - Gujarati Masala khichdi is made with rice, lentils, and a flavorful tadka to create a comforting one-pot meal.
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Dalia Khichdi | Savory Broken Wheat Porridge
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Easy Dalia Khichdi [Indian Savory Porridge With Broken Wheat]
Dalia Khichdi, delicious, healthy dish made with cracked wheat, lentils & few aromatic Indian spices. This easy one-pot meal is packed with nutrients, and will keep you full for a long time!
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Quinoa Moong Dal Khichdi (Healthy One-Pot Porridge)
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Breads
Indian flatbreads deserve their own category and their own table.
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Zucchini Paratha
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Khasta Methi Paratha Recipe | Winter Special Recipe
Savor the warmth of winter with this delightful Methi Paratha recipe! Made with whole wheat flour, fresh fenugreek leaves, and aromatic spices, these khasta (flaky) parathas are a perfect blend of taste and health.
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Jowar Bhakri / Sorghum Flour Flatbread
Jowar Bhakri is an Indian flatbread made from sorghum flour. It is quite filling and is traditionally served with some subzi/curry or dal/lentils.
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Microgreens Fenugreek Flatbread / Methi Thepla
Microgreens Methi Thepla is healthy, and a delicious Indian flatbread made with microgreens fenugreek, a combination of whole wheat flour and chickpea flour, and some spices.
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Bedmi Puri (Crispy Urad Dal Poori)
Bedmi Puri Recipe – A coarse paste of urad dal, also known as pithi, is mixed into the dough to make puris. This dish is also referred to as urad dal puri.
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Makki Ki Roti
Makki ki roti is a unleavened, gluten-free bread popular in the Northern parts of India. This roti is made with maize flour [cornmeal] and cooked on a tawa [griddle] with some ghee [clarified butter].
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Sorghum Flour Flatbread / Sindhi Jowar Jo Dodo
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Lauki Paratha (Bottle Gourd Flatbread)
Lauki parathas are made by combining grated bottle gourd with whole wheat flour, ground spices, and herbs. They are delicious, full of flavor, and a great way to incorporate bottle gourd into your meals. They can be enjoyed on their own or served with chutney or yogurt on the side.
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Rajgira Poori | Amaranth Puri | Vrat Ki Puri
Rajgira Poori recipe, a delightful gluten-free flatbread made from amaranth flour, ideal for fasting(vrat) meals. Crispy and aromatic, it pairs wonderfully with Vrat Wale Aloo Ki Sabji for a satisfying and flavorful experience.
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Palak Paratha [Spinach Flatbread]
Palak paratha is a healthy and delicious Indian flatbread made with spinach and whole wheat flour. Perfect for breakfast or a kid’s lunch box.
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Mango Puri [Aam Ki Poori]
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Tofu Palak Paratha [Tofu Spinach Flatbread]
This delicious Indian flatbread is made with tofu and spinach. and whole wheat flour. These unleavened flatbreads are wholesome and perfect as wraps or on theirs.
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Khasta Poori / Puri
Khasta Poori is a crisp, flaky, puffed bread, popular in Northern India. This poori makes a great accompaniment to many Indian dishes.
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Multigrain Methi Thepla
Multigrain Methi Thepla is a healthy and delicious Indian flatbread made with the goodness of fresh fenugreek leaves and multigrain flour. Perfect for breakfast or lunch box! Stays good for a week, and freezes well!
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Salads, Chutneys, & Condiments
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Indian Chickpea Salad
This Chickpea Salad is loaded with crisp, cool cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, protein-packed chickpeas, and fresh herbs. Dressed with simple refreshing, tangy lemon juice, and aromatic Indian spices.
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Apple Cranberry Chutney
Spice up your holiday spread with this homemade Apple Cranberry Chutney! Bursting with the perfect blend of sweet apples, tart cranberries, and warm spices. This versatile condiment is a must-have for holiday feasts!
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Moong Sprouts Salad Recipe
Try this vibrant, high-protein moong sprouts salad featuring mung and moth bean sprouts, colorful bell peppers, tangerines, and a zesty lemon dressing, ready in 20 minutes with no cooking required!
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Khamang Kakdi [Maharashtrian Cucumber Salad]
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Coconut Chutney Recipe [Coconut Chutney Dosa]
Coconut Chutney – perfect condiment or a dip served with South Indian dishes such as Instant Rava idli, Dosa, Uttapam, Medu vada, or as a side with the meals. This coconut chutney is easy to make, and in under 10 minutes, you can make this amazing chutney. This chutney is vegan and gluten-free.
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TOMATO CHOKHA
Tomato Chokha or Bharata is a simple, zestful, smoky relish, made with fire-roasted tomatoes, fresh herbs, and mustard oil.
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Appetizers & Snacks
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Methi Pakora Recipe | Methi Bhajiya | Methi Pakoda
Methi Pakora (Methi Bhajiya) is a flavorful and crispy Indian snack made with fresh fenugreek leaves, chickpea flour, and spices, perfect for tea time or a party appetizer.
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No Fry Sabudana Vada
Try this delectable, no fry sabudana vada recipe with the same flavors and crispiness. Enjoy these low-fat, guilt-free sabudana vada with some cilantro chutney and a cup of chai! This recipe is vegan and gluten-free.
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Air Fryer Pani Puri
Pani Puri is a round, ball-shaped, hollow puri, filled with spicy, flavorful potato and black chickpeas mixture, filled with flavor bursting, lip-smacking, spicy, tangy mint-cilantro pani (water). Traditionally, puri for pani puri is deep fried. Here, I am sharing a no fry recipe for making these puri using air fryer. Enjoy this popular street food at home with my healthier, guilt-free homemade air fry pani puri. This recipe is vegan.
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Instant Oats Dhokla
Try this quick and easy Instant Oats Dhokla recipe for a healthy and delicious snack! Made with oats, semolina, yogurt, and simple spices, this steamed savory treat is ready in just 30 minutes.
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No Fry Buff Vada [Farali Pattice]
Try this delicious, no fry buff vada [farali pattice] recipe with the same flavors and crispiness. Enjoy these low-fat, guilt-free buff vada with some cilantro chutney and a cup of chai!
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SPICY TOFU STIR FRY
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Poha Chivda | Chivda Recipe 2 Ways | Namkeen Snack
Try this delicious Roasted Poha Chivda, a crispy and flavorful Indian snack perfect for tea time! Enjoy the crunchy goodness with a blend of spices.
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Namak Para [Nimki]
Namak para is a savory Indian tea-time snack that is crispy, flaky, and delicious. Made with simple pantry ingredients, and a few aromatic spices.
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Air Fryer Chickpeas (5 Different Flavors)
Crispy Air Fryer Chickpeas in just 15 minutes! Simply toss the chickpeas with seasonings, pop them in an air fryer, and enjoy a healthy snack!
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No Fry Methi Mathri (Air Fryer & Oven Baked)
Crispy, flaky no fry methi mathri made in the air fryer or oven for a healthier twist on the classic Punjabi snack. Packed with fenugreek flavor and made with fraction of oil, this crunchy tea-time favorite is perfect for festivals or everyday snacking.
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Air Fryer Chakli [Murukku]
This Air fryer chakli (murukku) is delicious, and low-fat. It is healthier than the traditional deep-fried chakli. Try these low-fat chakli without compromising on its taste. Munch on these healthy bites any time of the day. This recipe is vegan and nut-free.
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Easy Whole Wheat Shakarpara Recipe (Shakarpali)
Enjoy these homemade Whole Wheat Shakarpara this Diwali. A perfect balance of sweetness and texture, this recipe is a must-try!
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Breakfast Options
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Sindhi Makhni Moong Dal - Instant Pot & Stovetop
Sindhi Makhni Moong Dal recipe: This hearty and nutritious dish is known for its creamy texture, tangy flavors, and aromatic spices.
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Kaddu Ki Sabzi | Indian Pumpkin Stir Fry
Savor the flavors of North India with this delectable Kaddu Ki Sabzi! A perfect blend of sweet and savory, this pumpkin curry is sure to warm your soul.
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Aloo ki Sabji | Satvik Aloo Tamatar Ki Sabji
Aloo ki Sabji or Aloo Tamatar Ki Sabji is easy to make and is a mildly spiced dish. It is made with potatoes, tomatoes, a few spices, and herbs. This is a satvik recipe made without onion and garlic.
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High Protein Lentil Dosa: Dal Dosa (No Rice Version)
Mixed Dal Dosa, is a high protein Indian savory crepe made with a combination of lentils, with no rice added. This protein dosa recipe is healthy, gluten-free, diabetic-friendly, and can be made vegan.
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Upma Recipe: How to make Upma
Upma: A Versatile and Flavorful Indian Breakfast Dish easy and quick to prepare. This savory Indian dish is packed with flavors and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.
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Tiffin Sambar / Restaurant Style Sambar
Tiffin sambar is a quick and easy restaurant-style sambar, perfect accompaniment to idli, dosa, or vada.
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Dal For Sindhi Dal Pakwan
Dal Pakwan is a classic breakfast dish from Sindhi, Indian cuisine. Chana dal is served with Pakwan (crispy fried bread), drizzled with tamarind chutney, green chutney and chopped onions.
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Quinoa Idli Recipe (without rice)
Quinoa idli recipe is a nutritious alternative to traditional idli, made without rice by blending soaked quinoa with lentils and fermenting the batter before steaming into soft, fluffy cakes, perfect for a wholesome breakfast or snack.
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Aloo Masala | Masala for Masala Dosa | Potato Masala
Masala for masala dosa, also known as aloo masala, is a spiced potato filling used in South Indian cuisine. It's made with mashed potatoes seasoned with a blend of spices such as mustard seeds, turmeric, cumin, and curry leaves.
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Poha Recipe
Poha is one of the most loved Indian breakfast recipes. Simple, easy, mildly spiced, and healthy poha recipe. Makes a perfect breakfast or a light lunch.
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Mathura Ke Dubki Wale Aloo
Mathura Ke Dubki Wale Aloo is a popular dish from Mathura, India, the birthplace of Lord Krishna. This simple, amazing potato curry is prepared with mashed boiled potatoes, aromatic Indian spices, and some fresh herbs. This dish is a no-onion, no-garlic, no-tomato recipe. Enjoy this Mathura Ke Dubki Wale Aloo with some Khasta poori or Kachori!
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Rava/ Sooji /Semolina Idli
Rava Idli - a quick and easy, popular Indian breakfast recipe. These idli or steamed cake are made with semolina and are served with some Sambar (lentils curry) and some Cranberry coconut chutney. These are instant idli and require no grinding or fermentation.
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Oats Poha | Oats Poha Recipe
Oats Poha recipe is a simple and easy dish made with heart healthy oats, colorful veggies, and aromatic spices. It's a delicious and healthy twist on a classic Indian dish, poha recipe!
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Bread Upma - Savory Bread Saute
Bread Upma or Savory Bread Saute is a quick and easy Indian breakfast or snack recipe. Bread upma is made using bread, a twist to a classic umpa recipe.
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Delicious Desserts
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Til Ke Ladoo With Jaggery
Soft Til Ke Laddu, made from sesame seeds (til), jaggery, and ghee, is a traditional Indian treat that’s not only full of flavor but also packed with nutrients. These laddus are incredibly soft, easy to make, and perfect for festivals like Makar Sankranti or as a snack.
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Easy Badam Burfi Recipe (with Almond Flour)
Easy Badam Burfi or Badam Barfi (Almond Fudge) is made with store-bought almond flour. In less than 20 minutes you can make this delicious Indian sweet with just a handful of ingredients!
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Tahiri (Sindhi Sweet Rice)
Tahiri is an aromatic Sindhi sweet rice prepared with jaggery, fennel seeds, green cardamom, and saffron. This easy recipe works in the Instant Pot, pressure cooker, or stovetop, and is traditionally served with Sindhi Sai Bhaji on festive occasions.
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A Note on These Recipes
Every recipe in this collection is naturally vegan and dairy-free. Most dinner recipes are also gluten-free. They're built on real Indian flavors -not shortcuts, not fusion gimmicks - the same dishes cooked in homes and roadside dhabas across India for generations.
Whether you're vegan by choice, dairy-free by necessity, or simply curious about plant-based Indian food, these recipes will not disappoint.
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