Dal Tadka | Lentil Curry

If you love Dhaba style cooking, I can guarantee that an authentic dal tadka is on the your list. This simple and quick recipe is sure to win hearts! For this recipe, I am using Toor Dal and Masoor Dal. You can also add moong dal if you like. This version of my recipe also …

Vegetarian Curries

Aloo Gobhi Matar

This quick recipe is ready in 20 minutes and can be enjoyed year round! This all time favorite is enjoys by kids as much as our elders. No ginger, garlic or onion required. Serve with chapati’s and enjoy!

Tawa Baingan | Masala Baingan | Baby Eggplant Curry

Eggplant is such a unique vegetable. You can enjoy it roasted, pan seared, deep fried, sauteed, and in a curry. This recipe uses baby eggplants which cook fairly quickly. We will cook eggplant separately and the sauce/gravy separately to ensure that those wonderful baby eggplant’s stay intact. Add it to your lunch or dinner menu...

Shahi Paneer in Creamy Gravy | White Curry Paneer

If you like to enjoy food like royalty, this paneer curry recipe is for you! The silky texture of the creamy sauce is simply mind blowing and it’s so easy to make as well. This effortless dish is a must try for all the foodies out there. Try this curry with some Matar Pulao or...

Hara Chana Curry | Fresh Green Chickpea Curry

The hara chana also known as green chickpeas are nutrition packed and are also a better choice compared you the canned garbanzo beans. As one would assume, the darker the green color the sweeter they are. Out here in California, I can easily find these in any Indian store whereas in India it is more...

Rajma Masala | Kidney beans curry

Rajma aka kidney beans is a north indian speciality. Everyone loves the famous duo – Rajma and chawal (Kidney bean curry and rice). My husband’s all time favorite curry. If you are a Rajma fan, you must give this curry a try. This recipe is as authentic as it gets!

Bharwa Bhindi | Stuffed Okra | Easy and Quick Recipe

When Bhindi aka Okra is in season, one has to try it! There are so many recipes that you can try with Okra like Crispy Okra Fry or Onion Okra subzi or Okra Coconut curry.. my favorite of all is Stuffed Okra! It is super easy to make, virtually effortless, cooks in 10 mins and...

Matar Paneer | Paneer and Peas Curry

This curry is so close to my heart that I make this atleast once per week. Simple and quick weekday lunch/dinner and goes well with Rice or Roti. Try this recipe out and let me know what you think!

Palak Paneer

If you are looking for a perfect balance between healthy and amazingly delicious food, this Palak Paneer recipe is just what you need! Ready to eat in 30 minutes, this silky palak puree cooked with creamy paneer is the perfect weekday lunch or dinner. Serve with Roti or Naan for the perfect meal!

Non-Vegetarian Curries

Kadai Chicken Curry | Restaurant Style Recipe

If you love spicy foods, this is the perfect curry for your palette! Kadai chicken is a widely popular north indian dish that many enjoy with rice or naan. This simple recipe will surely give you the restaurant style taste! Tag #recipesbyappy to let me know how it turns out.

Chicken Korma | Yoghurt Chicken Curry

This easy to make chicken korma recipes is enjoyed by all my friends. This creamy korma is made of greek yoghurt and onions. You can make a healthier version of this by skipping the cashews and heavy cream.

Butter Chicken | Chicken Makhani | Murgh Malai

Butter chicken, also known as Chicken Makhani gets its name because of the key ingredient  – Makkhan (Butter). Looking at the ingredients one may think that it is your usual onion-tomato based curry but many home chefs face the challenge to preserve that buttery flavor throughout the cooking process. This restaurant style butter chicken recipe...

Saag Chicken | Palak Chicken | Spinach Chicken Curry

Another one of the healthy fiber and protein packed curry. This Saag chicken goes exceptionally well with garlic naan, roti or some veg pulao. Easy to make and digest, this curry is also keto friendly and protein packed!

Reshami Murgh | Creamy Chicken Curry

Ever have those days where you just want to eat something different compared to your regular go-to curries? Well wonder no more. This easy and quick chicken curry is sure to hit the spot with super buttery texture of the chicken along with mildly spiced creamy curry. Go on and try this out! do let...

Traditional Chilli Chicken | Dhaba Style

Picture a long drive in rain, you spot this amazing dhaba and order their chilli chicken curry. Nommm!! This dish is inspired by one of my trips to a random dhaba and I have tried many variations of this recipe to really nail down the flavors. Give this a try and let me know what...

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Dal Tadka | Lentil Curry

If you love Dhaba style cooking, I can guarantee that an authentic dal tadka is on the your list. This simple and quick recipe is sure to win hearts! For this recipe, I am using Toor Dal and Masoor Dal. You can also add moong dal if you like. This version of my recipe also...