Traditional Indian Food Curry Recipes

No matter where we are, we all crave Indian food because it’s so delicious. Let’s discuss different Indian curry dishes. They are not only full of taste and flavours but also connect us  to our culture despite the distance, and there is much more to learn about them.

Let’s explore two famous Indian curry recipes: Chicken Tikka Masala and Chana Masala. We will find out what ingredients make these dishes tasty, how they are used and what makes it enjoyable.

Let’s begin!

Understanding the core of Indian curries: The word ‘curry’ originated from the tamil word ‘Kari’ which means gravy filled with spices and herbs. It’s a combination of flavours and spices formulated in a manner that feels hearty. Indian curries are a blend of different cooking styles, designed specifically for you to have an unforgettable dining experience. 

Variety of Indian curry recipes: Indian dishes are diverse across various regions, with different local ingredients, cooking styles and cultural significance that make each of these special and leave you wanting it more. People in South India make spicy curries that heat up your mouth making spice lovers more fond of it. In the North, they have creamy and flavoury curry infused with onion and tomato based gravy. No matter if you like creamy or spicy curry, Indian cuisine has curry for everyone around the globe. 

Key ingredients and ground spices: The formulated mixture of herbs and ground spices is created to boost the flavour and beauty of the dish. Savoury spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric, cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon, each of which gives the curry nuance and sophistication. A garam masala crafted with spices to impart a scent and a hint of warmth.

Popular Indian Curry Recipes

Chicken Tikka Masala: It is a taste of cream and butter filled with marinated small chunks of chicken in tomato and garlic based sauce.

Paneer Butter Masala: Paneer cubes marinated in grilled yogurt and served in a powerful tomato based gravy with garlic and ginger make up this hearty dish.

Palak Paneer: It is cooked with pieces of paneer in fresh and creamy spinach sauce which is brightly and vibrantly green.

Rogan Josh: Chunks of lamb are simmered in gravy seasoned with Kashmiri chilli powder, yoghurt, and a blend of fragrant spices like cinnamon, cardamom and cloves.

Chana Masala: Ingredients like chickpeas, onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger and a blend of spices are used to cook this satisfying and fulfilling dish.

Let’s dive into the steps to cook Chicken Tikka Masala.

1. Marinate the chicken in a bowl combined with plain yoghurt, finely chopped garlic, shredded ginger and spices, then cover it for 10 – 15 minutes.
2. Grill marinated chicken in the vegetable oil for about 3 minutes to brown it on each side finely.
3. Mix a tomato puree with spices and saute the onions in butter on the same pan for around 3 minutes and mix it well with tomato puree to make a powerful base.
4. Add the cream in the tomato base and allow it to stir then get the browned chicken in the cream, mix it well and wait for another 8 -10 minutes. 
5. Add coriander on the top, and it’s ready to eat.

Steps to cook Chana Masala

1. Start with chopped onions, allow them to soften and then add chopped garlic, ginger and green chilli and stir all these together until the fragrance forms. 
2. Add salt, red chilli powder, ground turmeric, ground cumin, ground coriander and garam masala, stir them to prevent burning, add a splash of water if required.
3. Then add tomato puree and cook it for 5-7 minutes. 
4. Add cooked chickpeas in fragrant and spicy gravy, and leave it covered for 5 minutes. 
5. Finally, add some fresh coriander leaves to improve the dish’s appearance.

Each regional variation of Indian curry recipes reflects the region’s diverse culinary heritage; in essence, sharing a curry signifies warmth, hospitality, and a connection to tradition. Relish these delectable Indian dishes from Crown Indian Cuisine today!