South Asian
Paneer Korma
This meatless dish is luxurious to eat.
Garam Masala
No Indian pantry is complete without a batch of homemade garam masala. This fragrant version combines mainstays like cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg with rosebuds, cumin, bay leaves, and more.
Sheer Korma (Vermicelli Eid Dessert)
Sheer korma is a traditional dessert of milk, nuts, and vermicelli that’s served on the morning of Eid in many Indian households.
Kala Channa (Black Chickpeas)
In many Indian households observing Ramadan, black chickpeas are eaten at sunset when the fast ends.
How to Make Crispy, Buttery Kulchas at Home—Without a Tandoor
Stuffed with chiles and garlic, these kulchas cook on the stovetop and turn crispy under the heat of the broiler.
It's Never Not Time for Theplas
This quintessential Gujarati flatbread is a road-trip staple, but it’s just as delicious devoured in your kitchen.
Chile-Garlic Kulcha
Kulcha is a type of lightly leavened flatbread from India that’s traditionally made in a tandoor oven. This kulcha recipe is adapted for a cast-iron skillet.
Sour Cream Thepla
Thepla is a quintessential Gujarati flatbread that goes with anything—mango lassi, a cup of chai, or achar for dipping.
It's a Sauce, It's a Stuffing: It's Spicy Paneer-Tomato Gravy
You could eat it simply with rice or flatbread, but even better? Spoon it into baked bell peppers or crispy cheese sandwiches.
These Chaat Masala Nuts and Cornflakes Are Dangerously Snackable
Small on prep and big on flavor, they’re the perfect little thing for your holiday snack table.
Chaat Masala Mixed Nuts With Cornflakes
These spiced nuts are tangy, spicy, and the perfect thing to nibble on during the holidays. With extra crunch from cornflakes and a determined kick from cayenne, these will keep you coming back for more.
59 Diwali Recipes for a Bright, Festive, and Sweet Holiday
Whether you're looking for the classics—such as gulab jamun, carrot halwa, and jalebi—or you're interested in finding some new dishes to add to your Diwali feast, these recipes will satisfy your sweet tooth and ensure you get something savory to eat, too.
Cheesy Samosa Puffs
In this fun and easy Diwali snack, spiced potatoes, cheddar, and cilantro are encased in pastry, then baked until crisp and golden brown.
Hariali Paneer Tikka (Green Paneer Skewers)
Paneer is marinated in a creamy herb and garlic yogurt marinade, then charred.
Chicken Yakhni Pulao
The essence of this pulao is the yakhni, which means meat stock or broth. Homemade chicken stock, bone-in chicken thighs, and an abundance of spices make this a flavorful and comforting one-pot meal.
Mango Shrikhand Panna Cotta Tart
The filling of this tart reminds of me of the hot Mumbai summers when Mum would make mango shrikhand for us, with the beautiful fragrance of floral cardamom and saffron and the warm notes of nutmeg. Mango and ginger are a great pairing, so the base of the gingersnap crust pairs well with the silky smooth shrikhand filling in the tart. I love this tart and my kids love it too. It is so easy to make that it has become a regular in our home. It is definitely a showstopper for a party as well! It is.…
Royyala Iguru (Stir-Fried Prawns)
The Nellore district in Andhra Pradesh is the epicenter of prawn cultivation in India. I am lucky enough to have family in Nellore and have spent many memorable childhood summers with ammama there. The prawns in Nellore make it to the kitchen literally minutes after they are caught, and really do taste like the sea. The trick to this recipe is to be patient and allow the onions to brown to a deep, caramelized sweetness. It never fails to amaze me that such a simple dish can be absolutely delicio.…
Cheese Fries Are Great, But Chana Masala Cheese Fries Are Even Better
This combination of crispy sweet potato fries, spicy chana masala chili, melty cheese, spicy green chutney, and cooling yogurt hits every note perfectly.
Chana Masala Cheese Fries
Spicy, tangy, oh-so-melty-and-ooey-gooey—these chana masala fries hit on all levels. This particular spin on chana masala leans toward vegetarian chili, with a heavy dose of tomatoes and a kick from both Kashmiri chili powder and a couple serrano chiles. Some of the chickpeas are mashed part way through cooking to achieve a thick, spoonable texture akin to Cincinnati-style chili (read: not chunky or watery). Quick tip: If you’re strapped for time, feel free to use store-bought sweet potato fries)…