Tandoori Chicken

The real standout in this timeless recipe is the use of a masala-yogurt marinade that coats the chicken throughout the cooking process, making it exceedingly juicy and extra flavorful. You can marinate the chicken in the morning, then roast it for just 30 minutes (!) when you’re ready for dinner.

Vegetable Biryani

Vegetable biryani usually contains yogurt-coated, spiced vegetables that are then layered between rice and steamed all together. A saffron liquid is poured over, then the dish is topped with caramelized red onions. Spices such as cinnamon sticks, bay leaves, and cloves will complement the dish too, which we’ve included in the recipe – but you can also choose your own adventure and use up what you have on hand.

Saag Paneer

This robust curry is a staple in many Indian restaurants. With a manageable ingredient list, ours is easy to re-create at home. It’s the perfect vegetarian meal for a weeknight (you could even try and make it vegan using extra-firm tofu and canned coconut milk).

Chicken Tikka Masala

A classic Indian takeout dish, chicken tikka masala is not as difficult to make at home as you may think. Packed with flavor, the creamy, spiced sauce covers tender pieces of chicken, just waiting to be served with homemade naan and perfect basmati rice.

Papdi Chaat

Papdi chaat can take on many variations, but this particular version is a monster of a delight with two chutneys, tender potatoes and chickpeas, tangy yogurt, a medley of eye-catching red onions, pomegranate seeds, diced tomatoes, and finished with a generous snowing of crunchy noodles.