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Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala

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Chicken tikka masala is considered to be a British national dish. It’s made up of bite-sized chicken tikka served in a creamy spiced tomato gravy. This slow cooker version is both simple to make and delicious! This flavorful slow cooker chicken tikka masala is the perfect lazy meal recipe! You just dump everything into a… Read More

Gluten free Indo-Chinese Chilli Chicken (paleo, keto)

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Chilli chicken is a very popular Indo-Chinese dish and after taking just one bite, you’ll understand why. Think: crispy cubes of fried chicken coated in a slightly sweet and spicy sauce! My recipe is gluten-free and paleo friendly – a dish that everyone can enjoy! This recipe for chilli chicken is my gluten-free take on… Read More

Instant Pot Mushroom Do Pyaza

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This Mushroom Do Pyaza is a delicious “dry curry” that calls for mushrooms (of course) and caramelized onions. The name of this dish “mushroom do pyaza” actually translates to mushrooms with double the onions! I love how easy it is to make this Indian style mushroom dish in the Instant Pot! Why Do Pyaza? Do… Read More

Instant Pot Arbi (Taro Root)

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Taro root, also known as “arbi,” is one of my favorite vegetables, probably because it reminds me so much of a potato. In this recipe, Taro root “coins” are cooked in a delicious, spiced gravy. This recipe for arbi is kind of like an Indian version of scalloped potatoes – only, it’s more delicious than… Read More

Instant Pot Spinach Dal

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These creamy spiced lentils are so easy to make and call for only a handful of ingredients! This really is the perfect anytime meal: it’s comforting enough to eat in cool weather and light enough to enjoy in warm weather. Dal Palak, also known as spinach dal, is my go-to lazy dinner. This super simple… Read More

Spicy Chicken Liver Fry

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If you are a fan of Indian food and chicken livers, you are going to LOVE this spicy chicken liver fry. And honestly, even if you’re not a huge fan of chicken livers, you’re still going to really like this dish. It’s spicy and flavorful and a great way to enjoy eating chicken livers! A… Read More

Instant Pot Dill Lentil Soup (Suva Dal)

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Fresh dill leaves add a tangy, refreshing flavor to this dill lentil soup! This is the perfect summer-time dal! It’s bright and fresh and light! You can serve this on a warm day with a side of crusty bread (gluten-free for me, please!) and call it a meal. Fresh dill leaves give this dal life!… Read More

Instant Pot Indian Tomato and Corn Soup

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This tomato and fresh corn soup makes for a perfect light meal or side dish! This instant pot Indian spiced tomato and corn soup is absolutely delicious and oh so simple to make! The recipe calls for yogurt which adds a refreshing bright and tangy flavor to the soup. It’s also texture heaven: creamy tomato… Read More

Instant Pot Kala Chana (Brown Chickpea Curry)

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Kala chana or brown chickpea curry is a flavorful north Indian dish that’s so easy to make in an instant pot! This is a simple Punjabi vegetarian dish that goes perfectly with rice or roti. It calls for kala chana also known as black chickpeas – though I call them brown chickpeas because that’s what… Read More

Paleo Paneer (dairy-free, keto, gluten-free)

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It’s hard to believe these creamy melt-in-your-mouth “cheese” cubes are dairy free. This cashew cheese paleo paneer is a tasty option for those of you who love Indian food but can’t tolerate dairy. I’m so excited about finally sharing this recipe for paleo paneer on my blog! It’s a recipe I came up with around… Read More

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