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    15 Classic Indian Vegetarian Recipes That Never Fail to Impress!

    By Rachna Published: Jul 3, 2025 Leave a Comment

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    Some recipes just never go out of style. Whether you are cooking for guests or just want a comforting home-cooked meal, these Indian classics always hit the mark. They are flavorful, satisfying and made with everyday ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.

    Chana Masala or Chickpea Curry

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    This hearty chickpea curry is bold, tangy and full of flavor. It’s perfect with rice or puri and always manages to please just about everyone at the table.

    Get the recipe: Chana Masala

    Naan

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    Soft, pillowy and slightly charred, nothing beats homemade naan fresh from the pan or oven. It is perfect for scooping up curry or slathering with butter.

    Get the recipe: Naan

    Yogurt Lassi

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    Cool, creamy and a little sweet (or salty), lassi is the go-to drink for pairing with spicy food. Blend it up in minutes and sip away.

    Get the recipe: Yogurt Lassi

    Vegetable Pulao

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    Fragrant basmati rice with sautéed veggies and whole spices, pulao is simple but so satisfying. It works as a main or a side, and it always looks like you put in more effort than you did.

    Get the recipe: Vegetable Pulao

    Yellow Dal Tadka

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    Comfort in a bowl. This dal is gently spiced, finished with a sizzling garlic tempering and made for pouring over rice or scooping with roti.

    Get the recipe: Yellow Dal Tadka

    Crispy Kurkuri Bhindi or Okra

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    Thin-sliced okra tossed with chickpea flour, spices and crisped to perfection. It’s crunchy, addictive and makes a great side or even a tea-time snack.

    Get the recipe: Crispy Kurkuri Bhindi

    Onion Bhaji or Pakoda

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    Crispy, golden onion fritters that are perfect with a hot cup of chai. Serve them with chutney and watch them disappear fast.

    Get the recipe: Onion Bhaji

    Palak Paneer

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    A creamy spinach curry with soft cubes of paneer is palak paneer. It is comforting, packed with flavor and a great way to sneak in greens without trying too hard.

    Get the recipe: Palak Paneer

    Rajma Curry

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    Slow-cooked kidney beans in a rich tomato-onion gravy. Rajma is the kind of dish that is made for cozy weekend lunches, especially with steamed rice.

    Get the recipe: Rajma Curry

    Indian Pickled Onions

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    These quick-pickled onions are tangy, crunchy and just what you need to brighten up any meal. Plus, they are incredibly easy to make ahead.

    Get the recipe: Indian Pickled Onions

    Baingan Bharta

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    Smoky roasted eggplant mashed with onions, tomatoes and spices is delicious. This North Indian dish is bold, earthy and packed with flavor.

    Get the recipe: Baingan Bharta

    Aloo Tamatar or Potato Curry

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    Potatoes in a simple tomato-based curry that’s light, tangy and great with roti or puri. It’s a homestyle dish that never disappoints.

    Get the recipe: Aloo Tamatar

    Idli Recipe

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    Soft, fluffy steamed rice cakes that are a South Indian breakfast staple. Serve with coconut chutney and sambar for the full experience.

    Get the recipe: Idli

    Jeera Aloo or Cumin Potatoes

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    Boiled potatoes tossed in ghee with cumin and a few spices is easy, fast and packed with flavor. Perfect for a quick side or light lunch.

    Get the recipe: Jeera Aloo

    Dal Khichdi

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    Simple, nourishing and pure comfort. This one-pot dish of rice and lentils is gentle on the stomach and always hits the spot.

    Get the recipe: Dal Khichdi

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