Chicken Tikka (Spicy Version)
Making chicken tikka is easy. Just cut up the chicken, coat with the spice and yoghurt mix then refrigerate for a few hours (ideally 24) before grilling. The same Tikka...
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Base Free Indian Dishes
A collection of Indian curries and dishes made from scratch without the need for pre-made base gravy
Chicken Tikka & Tikka Masala Paste
This Tikka paste is a great time saver when making curries like Tikka Masala or marinating meat such as Chicken Tikka or Lamb Tikka. A newer version of this page...
How to build a tandoor oven at home
Ever wanted your own Indian Tandoor at home? Then now is the time to build one with my simple and inexpensive guide. For full build details please see my How...
How to make your own Paneer
Paneer is a fresh, unsalted white cheese suitable for vegetarians. Paneer is a very popular ingredient for curries. NOTE: Lemon juice will make softer, creamier paneer, vinegar will give you...
Pan Seared Paneer
Paneer is a fresh cheese common in India. It is an unaged, non-melting soft cheese made by curdling milk with an acid, such as lemon juice. Its acid-set form, before...
Korma (made from scratch)
A deliciously mild and creamy textured dish made with coconut, almond, cream and spice. In a hurry and have base gravy prepared? Why not try our identical Korma (made with...
Biryani (made from scratch)
Popular and known for its spicy taste, fragrant rice, and delicate meat This recipe can be made in advanced by cooking the rice and meat then refrigerating them and then...
Vindaloo (made from scratch)
A deliciously flavoured hot dish made with garlic, ginger, spices and vinegar In a hurry and have base gravy prepared? Why not try our identical Vindaloo (made with Base Gravy) version
Madras – Version 1 (made from scratch)
Madras curry is said to originate from the south of India, and gets its name from the city known as Madras when English merchants arrived there in 1640 (now Chennai)....
Chasni (made from scratch)
A mild dish similar to Korma and Tikka Masala. This dish is traditionally served very red but this is for appearance only. you can omit the colouring completely or substitute...
How to cook perfect Basmati every time
Looking to make Pilau Rice? Check out my recipe at https://thecurrykid.co.uk/recipe/pilau-rice/ As strange as it sounds it’s one of the most common questions I’m asked. Just how do you cook...
Tikka Masala (made from scratch)
This deliciously mild and creamy textured Tikka Masala dish is made with coconut, cream and my amazingly useful tikka masala paste A newer version of this page exists at https://thecurrykid.co.uk/?s=tikka%20masala
Balti (made from scratch)
Balti sauce is based on garlic and onions, with turmeric and garam masala, among other spices. A medium hot and slightly sour dish If you have Base Gravy already made save...
Pre-Cooked Chicken
Want perfectly cooked and succulent chicken in your meals then try this simple trick used by all the restaurants and takeaways to guarantee quick and tasty meals.
Onion Bhaji, Bhajji, Bhajiya or bajji (made from scratch)
Cook these crispy onion bhajis as a snack with riata or alongside a homemade Indian curry
Pilau Rice (made from scratch)
Pilau rice is the perfect accompaniment for an Indian main. It’s quick, easy to make and great for soaking up curry sauces
Chapati (roti, safati, shabaati, phulka, roshi)
One of many types of flat bread very popular in India and made of 4 really simple ingredients: wheat flour, salt, oil and water
Curry Base (Indian Base Gravy)
The Indian restaurant curry base or base gravy is one of the main ingredients used by most British Indian Restaurant (BIR) chefs and it allows them to create most curries...
Pre-Cooked Dhal
Dhal is added to curry dishes such as Dhansak and any dish you like in place of meat. This time saving method ensures you’ll always have some on hand.
Onion Masala
Indian onion masala is a flavor packed paste made up of onion, garlic and spices.
Rice Pudding / Punjabi Style Rice Kheer
This creamy and aromatic Indian rice pudding is made with the most basic ingredients gaining its delicate flavours from cardamom and almonds.
Chana Saag Masala (aka channay, chole masala, chole or chholay)
A fail-safe recipe for a restaurant style chickpea curry
Gajar Halwa Mithai | Carrot Fudge | Pudding
Gajar Halwa uses the natural sweetness of carrots to create a delicacy that’s moist and sweet on the tongue. Butter ghee and sugar are all essential ingredients. Finish with a...