Beginner Friendly Indian Recipes
Cooking for one person can get pretty annoying, especially if you’re someone who hates leftovers like me. These are some of my favorite Indian recipes that are optimised for one, so you don’t have to miss home food.
Main Dishes
Hyderabadi Paneer Dum Biryani
Learn to make restaurant-style paneer dum biryani at home. Easy sealed-pot method, bold spices, and tender paneer makes this a foolproof vegetarian recipe that tastes even better the next day!
Easy Stuffed Paneer Paratha Recipe
My Gujarati mother-in-law’s easy paneer paratha that’s soft, crispy & stuffed with green garlic. Step-by-step recipe with beginner tips to get it right the first time
Crispy Dosa Recipe At Home (The Complete Guide)
his super simple, beginner friendly dosa batter recipe is straight from my mom and gets you those lacy edges with crackling with your tear off a piece without a restaurant or a special griddle. With the right dosa batter recipe and a few simple techniques, you can make a crispy dosa on your regular nonstick pan that rivals any hotel-style of restaurant-style dosa.
Easy Tomato Dal Recipe (Ready in 30 Minutes)
This tomato dal recipe is as simple as it gets & packs comfort food into every bite. No pressure cooker, just a few ingredients and makes for a great first recipe for every beginner Indian cook to try out in their kitchen. If there’s one recipe that every South Indian household sees on repeat, it’s
Easy Achari Paneer Kati Rolls
If you’re looking for an easy recipe with paneer that doesn’t involve standing over a pot of curry, then these achari paneer kati rolls are it!
Healthy Baked Chicken 65
All the crispy, spicy goodness of Chicken 65 made in the oven, not a deep fryer. A bold marinade, crispy coating and a spicy sauce that ties it all together.
Indian Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe for Two
The best easy chicken tikka masala recipe for two. Creamy, smoky, restaurant-style Indian curry made with pantry spices in just one pan.
Bread Omelette Sandwich for One
If you’re looking for a low effort dinner recipe for one, this bread omelette recipe is it. It’s an Indian street food sandwich that’s uses staple ingredients.
Indian Butter Chicken Recipe for Two
Whip up this authentic & easy Indian butter chicken recipe for two with simple spices. This curry is perfect for a cozy date night or to eat alone!
Easy Indian Palak Paneer Recipe for Two
Learn how to make palak paneer at home! This easy palak paneer recipe is straightforward North Indian dish made with Indian cottage cheese & spinach.
Easy Tomato Dal Recipe (Ready in 30 Minutes)
This tomato dal recipe is as simple as it gets & packs comfort food into every bite. No pressure cooker, just a few ingredients and makes for a great first recipe for every beginner Indian cook to try out in their kitchen. If there’s one recipe that every South Indian household sees on repeat, it’s
Easy Dal Makhani (Black Lentil Recipe)
There’s nothing more comforting than a warm bowl of dal makhani and rice. This restaurant-style dal makhani recipe is not only rich & creamy but also incredibly easy to make for beginners. This black lentil recipe is made entirely in the Instant Pot, with no need for hours of simmering on the stove.
Easy Paneer Curry Recipe for One
If you’re on the hunt for a simple, beginner-friendly paneer curry recipe that’s both easy and satisfying, this one’s for you! This paneer bhurji that makes exactly one serving has layers of spices, is creamy & hits all the right notes that reminds me of home food.
Super Easy Egg Kati Roll
These 15-minute Egg Kati Rolls are great source of protein and a welcome addition to healthy weeknight cooking. Wrap a roti with a spicy omelette with mint chutney and quick pickled onions.
Mom’s Egg Burji
Technically, this South Indian style Egg Burji makes 1-2 servings depending on your appetite
Spicy Indian Ground Chicken Burgers
Looking for a ground chicken recipe to add to your weekly rotation? These spicy chicken burgers inspired by the Indian seekh kebab is high protein & yummy.
Indian Oven Baked Tilapia
This Spicy Indian Oven-Baked Tilapia is quick to prep, easy to cook and loaded with flavor! It’s great for healthy weeknight dinner, meal prep or to pair with a pasta.
Basic Recipes
Roti Recipe for One Person
If you’re an absolute beginner looking to learn how to make roti, you’re in the right place. I’ll guide you through each step, ensuring you make a soft, delicious and round roti. This roti recipe makes exactly 2 rotis and can easily be scaled up if needed.
Indian Snacks
Protein Packed Black-Eyed Peas Chaat
Looking for a healthy chaat? You have to try this protein packed chaat made with black-eyed peas, tangy toppings and vegetables!
Indian Masala Corn Chaat (theatre style)
Indian Masala Corn Chaat that resembles the street corn sold in Indian movie theaters.
Non-Indian Main Dishes for One
I’m working on adding more Indian recipes for one! In the meantime, I also have been optimized to make for one person 🙂
Halal Cart Chicken over Rice (for One)
Make your own halal cart style chicken over rice platter in the comfort of your home!
Easy Baked Ziti – Pasta for One
The ULTIMATE single serving comfort food for your next dinner! This easy pasta recipe comes together in one pot & takes only five minutes of actual work.
Chili Garlic Peanut Noodles
If you’re looking for an extremely simple meal for those days when even chopping an onion seems like too much, these spicy, garlicky peanut sauce noodles are for you. It’s a quick, pantry staple dish that you can easily modify based on what you have at home!
Healthy Thai Peanut Noodles
These Healthy Cold Peanut Noodles are perfect for a hot summer day when you don’t feel like turning on the stove. We toss hokkien stir fry noodles with loads of veggies and a creamy peanut sauce.
Chai, Matcha & More!
Authentic Chai for One
Whether you’re in the mood for a hot cup of chai or iced chai latte, this will hit the spot.
Gingerbread Chai
This creamy, dreamy cup of gingerbread chai brings authentic Indian chai with nostalgic gingerbread spices and sweetened with molasses.
Authentic Pumpkin Chai Latte for One Person
The BEST creamy, pumpkin spice chai latte you will ever have. It’s made with the authentic Indian chai techniques & topped with a decadent pumpkin cream.
Fall Maple Matcha Latte
Looking for a fall matcha drink? Try making this cold-whisked maple matcha latte at home. It’s all the cozy fall flavors without the jitters.
Dessert
Single Serve Apple Crisp in the Microwave
The only thing better than a single serve dessert is one that doesn’t require an oven or a stove. This single serving microwave apple crisp is perfect for a quick no bake fall dessert when you’re short on time. It’s also perfect for small apartments and dorm rooms!
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I buy Indian spices?
You can buy Indian spices near you at a local Indian grocery store like Patel Brothers or Amazon! If you’re using Amazon, I recommend searching “Swad {name of spice}” or “Lamxi {name of spice}”.