Indian Recipes

Explore authentic Indian cuisine without having to go to India! Learn from Vah chef, Sanjay Thumma how to make a delicious fish moilee Kerala-style in this cooking tutorial. Surprise your dinner table with something new with this recipe for Indian fish moilee!

Anuja and Hetal from Show Me The Curry show how to roast Sooji. Sooji is otherwise known as semolina which is purified wheat used for making pasta. Semolina is known as Sooji in India and is used in many many dishes as a grain and sometimes as a meat substitute. Some recipes l ...more

Here is a great recipe for tandoori chicken that you can make at home. Follow along in this cooking how-to video as the Test Kitchen Chefs show you how to cook Indian style tandoori chicken. All you need is soaked skewers, chicken breasts, tandoori masala spice, and yogurt. Co ...more

Spend some time in the kitchen with your kids and teach them how to cook. In this how to video two girls show kids how to make an Indian style curry chicken. This is a great recipe that only requires 5 ingredients. Curry chicken ingredients: Chicken tenders, butter, honey, mu ...more

This recipe for potatoes in a creamy yogurt sauce is just perfect for those times when you haven’t had a chance to get to the grocery store for fresh vegetables. The hardest part out of the entire recipe is boiling the potatoes. With the red of the tomatoes in the gravy and th ...more

Watch this how to video as Manjula prepares a classic Indian dessert. Today she shows you how to make kheer, or Indian style rice pudding. For this kheer recipe you will need: ¼ cup rice small grain 4 cups whole milk ¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar 6 strand of saffron Pinch of ...more

Watch this how to video as Manjula shows you how to cook up a corn veggie soup. This Indian style recipe makes a great healthy and vegetarian dish. Ingredients for the corn veggie soup: 2 1/4 cups corn 1 medium tomato About 1 cup finely chopped cabbage 8 to 10 string beans 1 ...more

This how-to video shows you how to cook sweet paneer burfi. This Indian dessert can be served with tea, coffee or any meal. For this paneer recipe you will need: Paneer with 1/2 gallon or 8 cups of milk 2 slices of white bread 3/4 cup sugar 6 green cardamoms coarsely grounded ...more

A popular Indian snack, samosas are tasty stuffed pastries. In this vegetarian samosa recipe, the filling is a heavenly blend of potatoes, peas, onions, and spices.

Does your recipe call for ghee, or clarified butter? Watch how easy it is to make this healthy alternative to traditional butter.

Looking for a fish that'll knock your socks off? This spicy Balti fried fish recipe is popular in seaside towns in India.

Ultra-versatile chapati is usually eaten with cooked dal or vegetable dishes. Watch how to make this delicious round wheat bread. Indian Bread Recipe - How to Make Chapati Video. Ultra-versatile chapati is usually eaten with cooked dal or vegetable dishes. Watch how to make th ...more

Watch as Manjula shows you how to prepare Indian roti or flat bread. It can be made several different ways, but our host will show you how to make it with whole wheat flour. For this recipe you will need: 1/2 cup whole wheat flour Pinch of Salt 1/4 Cup and 1 tablespoon of luk ...more

Watch this how to video and have our host Manjula show you how to make this popular Indian bread. For this nann recipe you will need: 2 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon active dry yeast 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon sugar Pinch of baking soda 2 tablespoons oil 21/2 tablespoons ...more

Watch as our host Manjula demonstrates how to make palak paneer. This is a cheese and spinach dish that is popular in India. For this recipe you will need: 1 10oz chopped frozen spinach 1/3 lb paneer 2 medium tomatoes puree 1 teaspoon chopped ginger 1-tablespoon oil 2-table s ...more

If you have ever wanted to learn how to cook Indian food, then this is the video for you. Watch as our host Manjula demonstrates how to prepare gulab jamun, a popular Indian dessert. For this recipe you will need: 1-Cup nonfat milk powder ¼ Cup all purpose flour 3-Tablespoon ...more

Watch as Manjula shows you how to make Bengali rasgulla. This is a delicate cheese dessert that will impress all your friends. For this recipe you will need: 4 cups milk 2 tablespoon lemon juice 11/2 cup sugar 41/2 cups water

Watch as Manjula shows you how to make besan puda dosa, a light snack for anytime of the day. For this recipe you will need: 1-cup besan or gram flour 1/4 cup rice flour 1 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup water 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon chopped green chilies 1 cup shredded zuc ...more

Watch as Manjula shows you how to prepare a delicious Indian dish. In this video she makes sooji halva, a cream of wheat dessert that is offered to gods and goddesses before prayers. For this heavenly recipe you will need: 1/2cup sooji (rava, cream of wheat) 1/4 cup unsalted ...more

Watch as Manjula prepares Indian vegetable pakora, its greats as a snack or appetizer. For this recipe you will need: 1 1/2cup basen (gram flour) 1/2 cup rice flour 1 tablespoon coarsely ground coriander powder 1 teaspoon cumin seed 2 tablespoon chopped green chilly 2 tablesp ...more

Watch as Manjula show you how to prepare puri, a puffed Indian flat bread. For this recipe you will need: 1 cup whole wheat flour 1/2 cup water 1/2teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon oil Canola Oil to fry

Watch as Manjula prepares Indian pakora. This bread makes a delicious appetizer or finger food. For this recipe you will need: 4 firm white bread 1 cup gram flour (besan) 1 tablespoon rice flour 1 teaspoon salt Pinch of asafetida (hing) 1 teaspoon cumin seed 2 finely chopped ...more

Watch as Manjula prepares a delicious Indian side dish. This spicy potato recipe serves four. You will need: 3 medium red potatoes 2 tablespoons oil 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed 1 teaspoon crushed coriander seed 1 teaspoon crushed funned seed 8 to 10 fenugreek seeds 1 teaspoon ging ...more

Learn to cook this kadhi pakoras recipe with Manjula. You'll need yogurt, flour (besan), water, ghee or clear butter, asafetida (hing), fenugreek seeds (mathi), cumin seeds, turmeric, red chilies, bay leaves, red chili powder, and salt for the kadhi. For the pajoras you will n ...more

Lamb is perfect for Indian cooking. Its flavor stands up well against spices like curry and chili. This easy lamb curry recipe will show you how to make a fruity curry lamb using 4 lamb chump chops. Make lamb curry with lime and mango. Click through to watch this video on vide ...more

For all the pickle-lovers out there….this one is for you!! This ‘pickled jalapenos’ recipe is quick to make and can spruce up any meal. You will forget about those other "Nacho Style" peppers. Try adding a couple of pieces to sandwiches or rolls to get that extra kick! Make In ...more

Spinach and carrots Pullav/Palif/Pulao is an Indian recipe that is just spruced up rice. Serve with any kind of raita and you'll be hooked for life.

Falooda is delicious rose flavored milk (served with ice cream) which can be a refreshing drink or a unique dessert idea. Falooda is made with basil seeds, known as Tukmaria, which are great for digestion after a heavy meal. Try this recipe for a truly wonderful Indian concoct ...more

Bhel Puri is one variety of Indian "street food" known as "Chaat". With a nice balance of flavors, including savory, sweet and spicy, Bhel Puri is a perfect snack or appetizer idea. Try this recipe -- it's sure to please!

Tamarind Chutney is an Indian sauce with just the perfect blend of sweet and sour flavors. It is widely used in chaats and as a condiment for various appetizers such a samosas and pakoras. Try this simple recipe.

Hetal and Anuja show you how to make this super simple Indian dessert - Kulfi. A little like ice cream, Kulfi has it's own unique flavor. Try this make ahead recipe the next time you are having a party -- it's a crowd pleaser!

Chef Sanjay shows you how to make biryani masala in his first 2008 video. The great thing about this recipe is that you can make a lot at once and save it to use as you need. He gives a good breakdown of how to use this Indian food base.

Don't buy cranberry sauce out of the can for Thanksgiving dinner. Instead, make a better, homemade version with this recipe from Chef Sanjay of VahChef. Even if it's not Thanksgiving, this Indian-flavored cranberry chutney will go great with your next poultry dish or as a sauc ...more

Semiya paysam is a special occassion dessert made from vermicelli/semiya. Chef Sanjay shows you how to make this Indian dessert. If you've never made Indian sweets before, this is a great basic recipe to start with.

Chef Sanjay shows you how to make rava dosa (an Indian bread) which is a quick version of the dosa recipe. It's made with rava/sooji/semolina so it's easier to make and doesn't need to be kept overnight.

Aloo pyaj sabji is a flavorful Indian family recipe. This potato and onion dish is seasoned with green chilis, curry leaves, coriander, and tumeric. An exciting addition to your dinner table.

Start your Indian meal in style with this traditional chutney. Follow Indian home cooking expert Manju Malhi for a no fuss, classic mango condiment. Relish our Mango Chutney recipe. Make mango chutney. Click through to watch this video on videojug.com

Roti is a whole wheat flat bread that comes from Indina. This is a very quick and simple recipe to follow. Whole wheat flour and water then finish it off by cooking it first in a skillet and then on the open flame on your stove.

This recipe for kosambri or shredded carrot Salad most probably originated in the southern parts of India but has been adapted all over. The natural sweetness of carrots mixed in with the tanginess of the lemon juice makes kosambri one of the tastiest ways to eat raw carrots. ...more

Chicken fingers are an all-American snack. Usually they're breaded and deep fried, then dipped into ketchup or ranch. But if you're craving a more exotic dish for dinner tonight, then try out this Indian twist on classic chicken fingers. Take a gander at the video to learn ho ...more

This video shows how to make an Indian dish called Butter Chicken Curry. The video gives the complete recipe. Besides the chicken you will need some butter, lemon juice, fresh chopped tomato, yogurt and spices. Sprinkle the chicken with salt, garlic ginger paste and lemon juic ...more

Cooking cauliflower with potatoes is easy and delicious. Learn how Indian spices and vegetables can make a great recipe! Part 1 of 6 - How to Cook cauliflower with potatoes. Cook cauliflower with potatoes - Part 2 of 6. Click through to watch this video on expertvillage.com Co ...more

Cook traditional Indian cucumber Raita with this video recipe. Learn how to make Indian dishes in this free video series. Part 1 of 5 - How to Make cucumber raita. Make cucumber raita - Part 2 of 5. Click through to watch this video on expertvillage.com Make cucumber raita - P ...more

Now give us a good reason why the grown-ups should be left out when the kids eat that yummy Mac ‘n’ Cheese! Here is a recipe for ‘Desi’ Mac (macaroni and cheese), as the name suggests, is full of flavor and other goodies that you will be proud to eat as well as serve your fami ...more

Do away with the boring breakfast of toast and cereals and jazz up with some spice and flavor. This quick and easy suji upma recipe is traditionally served for breakfast but then there is no rule that you can’t enjoy it any other time of the day. Don't be intimidate by the ing ...more

Keema (aka kheema or qeema) is a flavorful minced meat (beef or lamb) dish said to have originated in Persia but extremely popular in the Indian sub-continent. Other meats such as mutton, chicken or turkey can also be used in this recipe. Watch this how-to video to try this de ...more

Many regions in India have their own style of cooking kadhi, a yogurt based curry (or soup). Punjabi kadhi is easily recognizable because it has pakodas, fried dumplings made of chickpea flour. Punjabi Kadhi can be enjoyed with plain white rice or chapati. Try this tangy and d ...more

Aloo gobi masala is a flavorful Indian vegetarian dish made with potatoes, cauliflower and many spices. Watch this how-to video and try this recipe. Enjoy your creation with chappati, paratha or rice and daal. It’s delicious! Ingredients: Cauliflower - 1 medium, cut to bite s ...more

Malai Kofta is a well recognized Indian curry dish which is traditionally very rich. Try this recipe for a healthier version that you can enjoy at home without all the guilt. The koftas (dumplings) are baked, not fried. It is still very flavorful and very delicious! Watch this ...more

This style of chicken biryani is called the ‘Pakki-Biryani’, where the chicken and the rice are cooked separately and then combined in the final step. There are a lot of different ways of making biryani and here is one simple, easy and yet incredibly delicious recipe that is j ...more

Watch this how to video and learn how to make Indian spicy potatoes and cauliflower. Our host shows you how to make this popular dish that is more commonly known as aloo gobi. Its to for putting in sandwiches. For this recipe you will need: 2 cups of cut cauliflower 2 medium ...more

Watch this how to video and learn how to cook Indian food. Our host Manjula shows you how to prepare a melody of vegetables that is also known as navratan korma. For this recipe you will need: 1 cup chopped cauliflower 1/2 cup green peas 1/4 cup sliced carrot 1/2 cup chopped ...more

Watch this how to video as Manjula shows you how to prepare a popular Indian dish, pulav. Its is more commonly known as vegetable rice and it can be served as main or side dish. For this recipe you will need: 1 cup basmati rice 2 cups water 3 tablespoons of oil 1 teaspoon cum ...more

Watch as Manjula prepares a popular Indian side dish. Dhokla can be made several different ways, here we see how to make it with semolina flour. For this recipe you will need: 1 cup sooji (semolina flour) 1 cup yogurt 1/2 teaspoon salt Pinch of turmeric 1 green chilly finely ...more

Watch as Manjula prepares for you a delicous spicy puffed pastry, or khasta kachori. For this recipe you will need: 1 cup all purpose flour(mada or plain flour) 1/2 cup of cold water 2 tablespoons oil 1/4 teaspoon of salt 1/4 cup yellow moong dal 1 teaspoon coarsely grinds fu ...more

Manju Malhi's quick and easy Indian style chicken curry, demonstrated in this how-to video, is perfect when you're in a hurry. Time efficient without sacrificing the flavor. You will need olive oil, a medium onion, a chicken fillet, cloves of garlic, green chili, salt, turmeri ...more

If you love eating Chicken Tandoori in your favorite Indian restaurant, then this recipe is for you. Learn how to make Tandoori-Style Chicken at home. Tandoori refers to the super-hot clay oven used to cook a lot of Indian bread and meat. You probably do not have a tandoori ov ...more

This dish is a popular one of the streets of India. It's a great dish that is easy to eat and can take one bite to devour. This tutorial will focus on one part of the dish, the pani in the panu puri dish. Enjoy! Recipe: Prep Time: 30 min Cook Time: - Makes: 8 cups Ingredient ...more

Chutney is always at hit when eating Indian food. It goes with practically anything. Use it as a naan dip, a samosa sauce, or anything else. You can really put chutneys on anything! See how to make this coconut-ginger chutney recipe. Ranveer Brar blends green chile peppers, f ...more

This video teaches us how to make Dry Spicy Okra Recipe (Sukhi Bhindi). It is an Indian vegetarian dish and is taught to us by Karishma P. The ingredients are clearly shown and explained. They are 2 pounds of fresh okra (not frozen), 2 medium onions, half a lemon, cumin, turme ...more