Chetna Makan recipes

Enjoy this mild, creamy and aromatic chicken curry. Top with flaked almonds and serve alongside naan and rice. It’s guaranteed to become a family favourite

Mark Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, with these cookies. The icing reflects the art of rangoli – geometric designs thought to invite luck and prosperity

Make this punchy peanut lime salad as a sharing platter. Whether you enjoy it on its own or with sides, this is something you’ll be making again and again

Whip up this speedy chicken curry, using simple techniques and staple storecupboard spices. It takes less than 10 mins to prepare – ideal for a midweek meal.

Try our spicy chicken and chickpea curry for a dish that packs in punchy flavour but doesn't require lots of effort. It's great to freeze for busy days

Make pakoras with paneer and a little coriander chutney in the centre to add extra flavour. They're crispy on the outside and super-soft in the middle

Fan of a cheese sandwich? This paneer and cheddar version is one you must try. The caramelised onion, mustard and cumin seeds add another layer of flavour

Make this lovely Indian dessert with chapatti flour, cashews and walnuts. Decorate them with a little edible gold leaf to make them extra special, if you like

Enjoy these flatbread as part on an Indian feast. Puri is fried dough that puffs up once submerged in hot oil. Here they're flavoured with carom seeds

Try this simple Indian side featuring boondi – small deep-fried chickpea flour balls – in yogurt with mint and cumin

Try this vegan dish of potatoes cooked in tomato masala. It's simple to make, but with tomatoes cooked in spices and curry leaves, it's packed with flavour