I’ve rounded up the best Vegetarian Indian Recipes from some of the most talented food bloggers out there. From curry to korma, soup, and naan bread to Indian Instant Pot recipes, desserts, and more.
You may have gathered by now that I am a HUGE Indian food fan. Indian cuisine is so full of deep, complex, satisfying flavors paired with pops of vibrant color and makes for a most enriching cuisine to dive into. I so hope you find a bit of inspiration, fun, and at least a few new favorite dishes as you explore this round-up of fab Indian food! Enjoy.
100 Indian Vegetarian Recipes
Zucchini Curry
This zucchini curry is light, flavorful, and easy to make, with tender zucchini cooked in a warmly spiced sauce. A simple vegetarian curry that pairs well with rice, flatbread, or grains. Naturally vegan and gluten-free.
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Vegetable Korma Recipe
This one-pan vegetable korma simmers potato and mixed vegetables in coconut milk with ground cashews, yogurt, curry powder, garam masala, coriander, and cardamom. It's vegan and gluten-free as written. Serve it over basmati rice or quinoa.
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Spicy Coconut Red Lentil Dal (Instant Pot + Stovetop)
Cozy up with this quick, easy, & tasty one pot spicy coconut red lentil dahl that is made with red lentils, coconut milk, tomatoes, garlic, onion and the perfect blend of Indian spices. It makes a most delicious gluten-free, vegan dish served alongside some basmati rice or naan bread! You can make this easy dal in the Instant Pot pressure cooker or on the stovetop!
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Aubergine Curry
A super creamy Aubergine Curry packed with perfectly balanced flavors and a touch of spice. This filling and comforting eggplant curry is certain to satisfy your comfort food cravings! Vegan and gluten-free.
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Mint Cilantro Chutney (Coriander Chutney)
An Indian-inspired Mint Cilantro Chutney with a fresh, subtle heat from serrano and a touch of tang from lemon. This well-balanced coriander chutney works well with a variety of dishes. Naturally vegan, oil-free and gluten-free.
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Vegan Biryani (Gluten-Free)
This super easy and delicious Vegan Biryani is bursting with Indian-inspired flavors. It can be made on the stovetop or the Instant Pot! Naturally gluten-free.
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Besan Chilla
Make an easy besan chilla recipe with chickpea flour, spices, and veggies for a quick vegan and gluten-free savory pancake!
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Easy But Authentic Chana Masala (Chole) – Chickpea Curry – Urban Farmie
This easy chana masala is authentic and vibrant with a huge hit of fresh spices. It’s super forgiving and a perfect way to kick start Indian cooking!
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MARWARI DUM ALOO – PANTRY STAPLE BABY POTATO CURRY
Step by step recipe and video of marwari dum aloo-pantry staple baby potatoes which is without onion garlic and easy and quick to make.
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Baigan Ka Bharta(Roasted Eggplant Cooked in Indian Style) – food-trails
Roasted and Smoked mashed Eggplant cooked in Onion , Tomato and Green Chilli masala.
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Spicy Kale and Potato Curry (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
A super flavorful, easy and healthy gluten-free & vegan Spicy Kale and Potato Curry! This Indian side dish, also know as aloo kale, is sure to make your taste buds happy!
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Instant Pot Palak Paneer – Best Palak Paneer Recipe – Cooking Carnival
Instant Pot Palak Paneer – Indian Cottage Cheese in Smooth, luscious, Delicious, Creamy Spinach Gravy. Palak Paneer is one of the most loved North Indian…
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Saag Aloo | Vegan Spinach And Potato Curry – My Cooking Journey
Saag Aloo | Vegan Spinach And Potato Curry – Asian, Curry, Indian, Lunch Box Recipes, Restaurant Style, Side dishes, Subzi, Vegan Saag Aloo
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Creamy Cauliflower Curry (Vegan) – Fun FOOD Frolic
Kali Mirch Gobi is a simple vegetarian side dish of cauliflower sautéed in cream and black pepper masala. Kali Mirch Gobi is…
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Paneer Burji (Scrambled Paneer) – Hooked on Heat
Paneer Burji is a classic Indian recipe for spiced crumbled paneer garnished with fresh herbs.
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Aloo Matar – Potato and Peas Curry – InstantPot – Profusion Curry
Aloo Matar is potato and green peas curry is Indian Homestyle Recipe made in the Instant Pot or stovetop. This quick and easy recipe is vegan and gluten free.
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Rajma pulao – Everyday Nourishing Foods
A simple and healthy one-pot rice dish with Rajma (kidney beans) and veggies made in a pressure cooker.
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Easy Baked Vegan Gluten-Free Samosas
These super easy, healthy and delicious baked vegetable samosas are filled with peas, potatoes, the perfect blend of spices and wrapped in a crunchy, chewy tapioca flour pastry dough. This Indian dish is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, and nut-free!
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Cilantro/ Coriander/ Dhaniya Chutney – The Twin Cooking Project by Sheenam & Muskaan
Real Indian Cilantro/ Coriander/ Dhaniya Chutney that is spicy, tangy and slightly sweet, made in under five minutes! Perfect to serve with snacks/ appetisers.
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Kidney Bean Curry
Creamy red kidney bean curry served over rice. This curry is made with cheap pantry ingredients, and it’s ready in under 30 minutes!
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Tofu Butter Masala Recipe – Simple Sumptuous Cooking
Tofu butter masala is nothing but vegan version of paneer butter masala. My vegan version features Tofu simmered in a gravy. Tofu Butter Masala Recipe.
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Aloo-Gobi (Spicy Cauliflower Potato Curry)
Aloo Gobi is a classic Indian dish of potatoes and cauliflower. Super simple and comforting dish which only takes 30 minutes to bring to your plates.
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Mixed Vegetable Raita – Seasoned Yogurt
Simple, aromatic and delicious mixed vegetable raita (seasoned yogurt) recipe to complement and cool palate with favorite spicy Indian delicacies.
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Shahi Paneer | How To Make Shahi Paneer
Step-by-step recipe with pictures to make Shahi paneer. Restaurant style shahi paneer recipe. Paneer main course recipes. North Indian paneer recipes.
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Sweet Potato Curry with Chickpeas + Pumpkin (Instant Pot + Stovetop)
This utterly delicious, healthy and creamy Sweet Potato Curry with Chickpeas and Pumpkin is truly a delight for the soul! With coconut milk and the perfect blend of Indian spices, you’ll find yourself in curry heaven with this rich vegan curry dish for the Instant Pot (or stovetop!).
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Vegetable Pakora (Gluten free & Vegan) (Video) –
Vegetable Pakora – fritters made with gram flour coated assorted vegetables deep fried to perfection. Best tea time snack to enjoy with masala chai.
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Idli Recipe, How to make Idli Batter (Fool Proof Method) | Dassana’s Recipes
Idli recipe with video and step by step photos. This is a tried and tested method to make soft and fluffy idlis at home.
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Masala Chai – Indian Spiced Tea
I’m going back to basics with my easy masala chai recipe. Masala chai is a milky Indian tea which is flavoured with sugar and spice!
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Dum Aloo
This easy Instant Pot Punjabi Dum Aloo recipe is perfect for families who want to savor this lovely dish without spending hours in the kitchen.
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Gluten-Free Naan
A thick, and chewy Gluten-Free Naan Bread recipe made buckwheat flour, with a fluffy interior, using only 9 ingredients to make, and with an absolutely divine flavor and texture. This gluten-free naan makes the perfect accompaniment to your favorite Indian dishes or all on their own! With a vegan and dairy-free option!
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Sweet and Sour Pumpkin Curry – Khatta Meetha Kaddu
Sweet and sour Pumpkin Curry or Khatta Meetha Kaddu – delicious, healthy, vegan easy preparation that requires common hosehold spices and seasonings.
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Coconut Chickpea Curry (Vegan) – MOON and spoon and yum
A super creamy, healthy, easy, filling and delicious Coconut Chickpea Curry that takes less than 30 minutes to make. This flavorful Indian dish is vegan, gluten-free, and makes amazing leftovers perfect for lunch or dinner! With garden greens and lighter notes, this flavorful curry makes a wonderful Spring or Summer meal.
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Instant Pot Vegetable Korma
Restaurant-style Creamy Vegetable Korma made in the Instant Pot, made with a perfect blend of vegetables & creamy coconut based sauce. Vegan & gluten free!
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Easy Bombay Aloo (Bombay Potatoes)
Bombay Aloo (or Bombay potatoes) is a simple and delicious Indian side dish for a curry. The easy recipe is ready in just 30 minutes.
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Green Moong Dal Halwa
This wonderfully fragrant & rich dessert makes a perfect ending to any Indian meal.
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Vegetable Tikka Masala | Aimee Mars
Vegetable Tikka Masala, because chicken doesn’t have to have all the fun! This is a healthy and vegan take on a traditional Indian dish.
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Palak Rice (Instant Pot Spinach Pulao) – Spice Up The Curry
A perfectly delicious and easy palak rice recipe! You’ll fall in love with the mild flavors. I have shared stovetop and Instant pot spinach pulao methods.
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Split Pea Coconut Curry ( Vegan, Healthy, Kid Friendly) – Allergyummy
This Split Pea Coconut Curry Soup is a great vegan comfort meal, that is healthy and anti-inflammatory in the same time. It’s easy to make, very inexpensive and can be customized with different toppings that the whole family loves.
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Kadhai Mushroom – food-trails
Kadhai Mushroom – Kadhai Mushrooms a popular North Indian, semi-dry spicy dish of mushrooms and bell peppers cooked in onion-tomato masala flavoured with a special spice blend-Kadhai Masala.
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Aloo Methi Tamatar Sabzi, How to make Alu Methi ki Sabzi- Lunch Box Recipe
Aloo Methi Tamatar Sabzi | How to make Alu Methi ki Sabzi – Lunch Box Recipe | Aloo Methi Sabzi – No Onion No Garlic | Indian stir fry wi…
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Instant Pot Black Eyed Peas Curry – Cooking Carnival
This Instant Pot Black-Eyed Peas curry is the yummiest Indian side dish. They’re easy, delicious, V+GF, perfect for weeknight meal and is freezer friendly.
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Fermented Buckwheat + Yellow Split Pea (Matar Dal) Dosa Recipe – MOON and spoon and yum
A super easy, nutritious and flavorful dosa recipe made with yellow split peas and buckwheat flour for a fun twist! These Indian dosas are fermented for added flavor and gut healing powers. Gluten-free & vegan.
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Keema Lentils
These spicy & flavourful Indian style Keema Lentils are ridiculously easy to make. Cook in a pan for a speedy dinner or use a slow cooker for a more leisurely approach.
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Cauliflower Tikka Masala | This That More – Instant Pot
Cauliflower Tikka Masala gives a twist to the authentic Indian curries by adding air-fried cauliflower tikkas in creamy/ butter curry.
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South Indian Lemon Rice
South Indian Lemon rice, as the name suggests is rice mixed with lemon. It have a nice tangy flavor.The peanuts gives a crunch in every bite.
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Easy No Soak Instant Pot Rajma Chawal Recipe | TheBellyRulesTheMind
Instant Pot Rajma Chawal is a delicious meal your whole family will love. The Instant Pot makes preparing this hearty vegetarian recipe easy enough for a busy night. Leftovers store well and make perfect nutritious lunches to fuel your family’s day.
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Baked Vegetable Pakora Recipe
These easy vegetable pakoras combine vegetables and spices into tasty Indian fritters. Vegan and gluten-free. They’re baked so only 39 calories each!
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Chilli Paneer – Hooked on Heat
This Chilli Paneer recipe is a perfect blend of spice and all that’s nice, and a quick run-to option on cold dreary days when the heart wants some warmth!
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Easy Creamy Chickpea Curry – Chana Masala (vegan & wfpb) – Ve Eat Cook Bake
Vegan chickpea curry is super easy to prepare quickly. It is one of the recipes that are full of taste, but are still on your table for dinner in no time. This Indian curry with chickpeas, garam masala, tomatoes and coconut milk becomes an indescribable taste experience, whether for dinner or lunch.…
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Dal Makhani (Creamy Black Lentils) – Hooked on Heat
The thick, warm and creamy texture of this Dal Makhani is everything I crave for any time of the year.
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Indian Crispy Onion Fritters – What A Girl Eats
Onion fritters with cilantro mint dipping sauce are a delicious appetizer. Indian spices give the fritters beautiful color and taste. Get the recipe here!
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Instant Pot Paneer Biryani
Instant Pot Paneer Biryani / Paneer Pulao – is a brightly flavored rice and paneer cheese dish. This recipe for Instant Pot paneer pulao gives you restaurant quality and taste in your own home for a fraction of the time and cost. Your family will love this hearty vegetarian dish for any meal.
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Vegetable Sambar Recipe – Instantpot – Profusion Curry
Pressure cooker Sambar is lentil and vegetable stew with sultry Indian spices. This Indian dal recipe is ideal for wholesome weeknight dinner.
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Indian-Spiced Vegan Warm Pumpkin Salad – Very Vegan Val
Cashews, cocounuts, ginger, and Indian spices come together in a warm pumpkin salad. Perfect for a beautiful Autumnal side!
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Delicious Indian Vegan Mushroom Mutter (Peas and Mushroom Curry) – Cass Clay Cooking
Indian Vegan Mushroom Mutter is a healthy, dairy-free take on a restaurant favorite. This dish is fairly easy to make and very tasty! Indian family approved
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Vegan Richa’s Indian Kitchen Masala Lentils
Vegan Richa’s Indian Kitchen Masala Lentils, Review and Giveaway – Win a Copy of this book filled with delicious vegan Indian recipes!
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Easy Vegan Chickpea Curry
This is the easiest Vegan Chickpea Curry you’ll ever make! It calls for pantry staples and it takes 30 minutes on the stove.
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Spicy Garlic Chutney — Tasting Page
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Indian-Spiced Spinach (Saag)
Indian-Spiced Spinach (Saag) is a gluten-free side dish that can be made vegan, vegetarian, or with chicken, Layered with Indian flavours but simple to prepare, you can make this spicy spinach dish in about 30 minutes.
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Indian Root Vegetable Curry – From A Chef’s Kitchen
Indian Root Vegetable Curry is hearty and humble but over-the-top with flavor and packed with veg! It’s the perfect down-to-earth dinner anytime!
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Sweet Corn Curry Recipe – Simple Sumptuous Cooking
The sweet corn curry is a mixture of tomato and onion and the creaminess comes from coconut milk. Sweet Corn Curry Recipe.
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Vegan Tikka Masala {Soy Curls} | My Darling Vegan
Aan Indian-spiced masala sauce stewed with marinated soy curls and served over cilantro rice for a delicious vegan and gluten-free meal.
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Carrot Halwa Trifle (Vegan, Gluten and Soy-Free) – Veggiecurean
Carrot Halwa Trifle is a modern take on a traditional Indian dessert. Make this easy carrot halwa trifle ahead of time to impress your friends and family. – Veggiecurean Carrot Halwa Trifle is a modern take on traditional Indian dessert. Make this easy vegan, gluten and soy-free carrot halwa trifle …
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Mushroom korma with chickpeas
A rich and comforting mushroom korma with chickpeas, made from scratch and every bit as good as your favourite Indian takeaway.
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Classic Savory Indian Chickpea Flour Pancakes Recipe
These very thin chickpea flour pancakes are a traditional Indian breakfast that can also be enjoyed as a snack or side. Vegan, gluten-free,
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SIMPLE GINGER DAL – Wholehearted Eats
If you don’t have potato try adding cubed roasted yam, butternut squash, or cauliflower.
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Cooling Kitchari + End of Summer Notes
After sharing about my experience with eating at the relay, I got a request to share the kitchari that I made and ate during the race. As I’ve told more than a few people, it is a vari…
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Creamy Savory Cardamom Rice Recipe | VEEG
Cool calm and collected Creamy Savory Coconut Cardamom Rice is my playful way of suggesting that this dish certainly has its act together!
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Easy Sugar-Free Mango Chutney Recipe (Vegan)
This sugar-free mango chutney is naturally sweet, tangy, slightly spicy and so easy to make! Made with fresh ingredients and fragrant spices, it’s the perfect Indian dipping sauce or vegan appetizer. Serve with fresh cornbread, naan or on a nut cheese platter!
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Gluten-Free Stuffed Flatbread Paratha with Cauliflower-Potato Filling, Video
Delicious oil-free, vegan, Candida diet friendly and gluten-free stuffed flatbread paratha with potato-cauliflower filling. With tutorial video!
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Gobhi matar methi | Indian cauliflower recipe | Gobhi ki sabzi recipe
Gobhi matar methi ki sabzi is a tasty Indian style cauliflower recipe. This vegan and gluten-free dish is made with peas, fenugreek leaves & cauliflower.
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Chickpea and Halloumi Curry (Easy 15 Minute Dinner) – Hint of Healthy
This easy, healthy and tasty chickpea and halloumi curry is perfect for quick and easy weeknight dinners. A great vegetarian curry recipe.
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INSTANT POT EASY GUJARATI CHANA DAAL (STEP BY STEP + VIDEO RECIPE)
Step by step recipe and video of Gujarati chana daal recipe which is made in an Instant pot, easy and quick.
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Navratan Korma Video Recipe | TheBellyRulesTheMind
Navratan Korma is a delicious mixed vegetable curry dish loaded with veggies, nuts and fruits. This recipe for Instant Pot Navratan Korma creates an awesome curry loaded with layers of flavors in a creamy curry your family will love.
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Alu Chana (Chickpeas & Potato Curry) – Hooked on Heat
The first time I had Hubby Dear over at my place for dinner, I hate to admit it, but he was one of those, “I’m in the neighbourhood and I think it’ll be awesome if I drop by for some…
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Chana Dal Masala – Hooked on Heat
Chana Dal is definitely one of my personal favourites, and trust me when I say this – no matter how tired you may be, the mere 10 minutes you’ll spend in prepping for this meal is truly worth it all the way.
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Instantpot Rajma Masala – Kidney Beans Curry Recipe – Profusion Curry
Rajma Masala – Indian Kidney beans curry. Make restaurant quality delicious wholesome curry at home using Instantpot or Stove top pressure cooker. Vegan and gluten free recipe.
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Indian Kheer Rice Pudding Authentic and Vegan Friendly – Cass Clay Cooking
Indian Kheer rice pudding is an authentic recipe that is vegan friendly, easy to make, delicious, and restaurant quality.
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Sauteed Indian Cabbage with Carrot & Peas (V+GF)
Sauteed Indian Cabbage with Carrot & Peas (V+GF) is a quick, bursting with flavors & easy recipe made using garam masala.
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Red Lentil Curry (Masoor Dal) – Instant Pot & Stovetop – Piping Pot Curry
Quick & easy Red Lentil Curry (Masoor Dal) made in the instant pot & stovetop. This healthy & budget friendly vegan dal can be made in less than 30 minutes!
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Vegetarian Rogan Josh with Black Lentils & Aubergine – Littlesugarsnaps
This vegetarian rogan josh curry is packed with wholesome ingredients – it’s healthy comfort food for chilly days. Satisfy that curry craving.
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Roasted Indian Cauliflower Bowl – Bowls Are The New Plates
Roasted Indian Spiced Cauliflower and Chickpeas are served with quinoa and an Indian Curry Sauce to create this gluten free & vegan Indian Cauliflower bowl!
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Beetroot Sabzi | Chukandar Sabzi
Beetroot sabzi is grated beetroots cooked in a slightly spicy onion-tomato masala. A fresh, healthy and vibrant vegetable dish that tastes divine with naan or steamed rice.
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Dal Tadka (Yellow Indian Lentils) – GypsyPlate
Dal, a staple in every Indian household. There are countless varieties. This is one of the most popular, it is always found in any Indian restaurant.
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Mushroom Bhaji
Mushroom bhaji is a flavourful Indian dish made with very simple ingredients.
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Carrot and Cauliflower Pickle – Vegan Indian condiment
Carrot Cauliflower Pickle is an Indian condiment served with food. Flavorful and extremely delicious this Cauliflower Carrot Pickle is flavor packed!
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Potato Curry Recipe
This is a simple, tasty, and foolproof Potato Curry recipe. Made with coconut milk, this dish is filling, creamy, and suitable for vegans.
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Paneer Makhani (Paneer Butter Masala + Video) –
Paneer Makhani is a rich, creamy, delicious curry where paneer is cooked in makhani sauce and spices. One of the easy paneer gravy recipes to make at home.
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Best Pilau Rice
This quick vegetable pilau rice recipe is the perfect standalone dish or accompaniment to curries. Vegan, gluten-free, and ready in under 30 minutes!
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Slow Cooker Potato & Chickpea Tikka Masala | The Recipe Well
Potato and Chickpea Tikka Masala is the ultimate vegan comfort food. This vegan tikka masala is an easy, healthy meal that you’ll want to make again!
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Chana Palak – Cass Clay Cooking
Chana palak (Indian chickpeas and spinach) is deliious and packed full of greens. This dish is creamy and almost hard to tell you’re eating spinach.
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Coconut Cauliflower Curry
This flavorful and creamy cauliflower coconut curry is easy to make with pantry staples. This vegan coconut cauliflower curry is my family’s favorite dinner recipe. Here I’m sharing stepwise instructions on how to make this delicious curry.
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Such a fabulous collection of delicious vegetarian recipes!! Thank you so much for including my recipes in the collection!!
My pleasure! Thank you!
Great collection, can’t wait to try them all.
Thank you so much for including me in this amazing roundup my friend! These are fantastic and I can’t wait to try some of them!
My pleasure! Thank you for contributing! 🙂