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Goan Fish Curry

White fish cubes simmered in a Goan curry of blended spices, tamarind, tomato and coconut milk, served with basmati rice.

Indiancurries, Main35 minServes 4325 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: rice

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, raita, mango chutney, dal

HB-7117 · Hand-built original

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Goan Pea Curry

A Goan-style pea curry of black-eyed peas simmered in a tomato and coconut sauce with coriander, turmeric and Kashmiri chilli.

IndianMain course4-6 servings153 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: black-eyed peas

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, raita, mango chutney, dal

HB-13888 · Hand-built original

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Goan Prawn Curry

Prawns poached in a coconut curry with tamarind and curry leaves — ready in minutes.

IndianMain course30 minServes 4256 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: prawns

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, cucumber salad

HB-5630 · Hand-built original

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Goan-Style Dal Curry

Red lentils simmered with turmeric and tomatoes, finished with a tempering of mustard and cumin seeds, onion, curry leaves, ginger and garlic.

IndianMain courseserves 4-588 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: lentils

Pairs well with: Basmati Rice, Naan

HB-7118 · Hand-built original

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Goat Curry

Slow-cooked goat on the bone in a homestyle curry sauce, eaten with the hands and plenty of bread.

IndianMain course2 hr 20 minServes 4304 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticRenal

Main ingredient: goat

Pairs well with: rice and peas, roti, coleslaw

HB-5627 · Hand-built original

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Gol guppas

Crisp Indian shells filled with spiced potato and chickpeas and herb-spiced water, served with a chopped salad.

IndianLight meals & snacks1 hrServes 4119 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: chickpeas

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, raita, mango chutney, dal

HB-3507 · Hand-built original

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Golden coconut chicken curry

Chicken thigh slices simmer with broccoli in a turmeric-gold coconut cream sauce scented with star anise, cinnamon and garam masala, served over rice with coriander and crispy shallots.

Asian, IndianMains30 minServes 4473 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-7124 · Hand-built original

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Green Cilantro Chutney

A bright green cilantro chutney blended with green chilies, chana dal, ginger, chaat masala and lime, balanced with a little sugar and salt.

IndianSauceAbout 14 oz24 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: cilantro

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, raita, mango chutney, dal

HB-13915 · Hand-built original

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Green Lamb Curry

Cubes of lamb shoulder braise in the oven in a blended cilantro, ginger, green chilli and turmeric sauce, finished with coconut milk.

IndianMain courseserves 3-4239 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: lamb

Pairs well with: Basmati Rice, Naan

HB-7149 · Hand-built original

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Grilled Malai Broccoli

Creamy, cardamom-spiced cheese marinade clings to broccoli florets that grill up tender with charred edges, finished with sharp lime-pickled onion.

Indian4 servings125 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: medium red onion

HB-17155 · Hand-built original

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Gulab jamun with pistachio ice cream

Soft paneer and milk powder dough balls fried slowly until golden, soaked for hours in saffron and rose syrup and served warm with pistachio ice cream.

IndianDesserts3 hrMakes 18 gulab jamuns116 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: paneer

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, raita, mango chutney, dal

HB-13963 · Hand-built original

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Gunpowder Masala (Miligai Podi)

A coarse, nutty South Indian spice blend of toasted dals, coriander, chilies and sesame, ground with asafoetida and turmeric and finished with curry leaves.

IndianSeasoningAbout 1 1/4 cups486 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: spice blend

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, raita, mango chutney, dal

HB-13966 · Hand-built original

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Home cooked chicken biriyani

Chicken thighs marinated in yoghurt and curry spices, layered under part-cooked basmati with caramelised onions, mint and dried fruit to steam into a biriyani.

IndianMain course1 hr 30 minServes 677 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-14045 · Hand-built original

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Homemade Yogurt

A two-ingredient yogurt made by heating milk, cooling it and culturing it with live yogurt until set.

IndianSide1/2 gallon/1.9 litersVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeLow-Sodium

Main ingredient: whole milk

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, raita, mango chutney, dal

HB-14077 · Hand-built original

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How to cook brown rice

Brown rice boiled in plenty of water like pasta, drained thoroughly and rested so the grains finish steaming, with a baked alternative using boiling water.

Asian, Indian, WesternRice, Side31 minServes 31327 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: rice

HB-7301 · Hand-built original

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Hyderabadi Lamb Biryani

Layered lamb and saffron rice sealed and steamed — the centrepiece of the table.

IndianMain course1 hr 30 minServes 6559 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: lamb

Pairs well with: raita, mirchi ka salan, salad

HB-5649 · Hand-built original

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Indian Almond Curry Lamb

Boneless lamb cubes coated in almonds and warm spices bake over green lentils in a covered Dutch oven. A cilantro-flecked tomato sauce poured over the top becomes the curry's sauce as it cooks.

IndianMain courseserves 2148 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: lamb

Pairs well with: Basmati Rice, Naan

HB-7322 · Hand-built original

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Indian Black Eyed Pea Curry

Black-eyed peas pressure-cooked with turmeric, then simmered in a tomato curry tempered with cumin, mustard and fenugreek seeds, ginger and garam masala.

IndianMain course45 min6 servings119 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: black-eyed peas

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, raita, mango chutney, dal

HB-14139 · Hand-built original

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Indian Butter Chicken Curry

Chicken marinated overnight in yogurt and spices is baked on skewers, then folded into a creamy tomato sauce built on butter and whole spices. Maple syrup and dried fenugreek leaves finish the sauce before the cream goes in.

IndianMain course4–6 servings734 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: Basmati Rice, Naan

HB-7323 · Hand-built original

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Indian fish curry

Fish fillets poach gently in a coconut milk curry that starts with whole spices fried in oil and a blended onion, ginger and garlic puree. Curry leaves, garam masala and lemon juice finish the sauce.

IndianMain course1 hrServes 4-677 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: fish

Pairs well with: Basmati Rice, Naan

HB-7324 · Hand-built original

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Indian Salad

An Indian chopped salad of cucumber, tomato, red onion and pomegranate with lime and green chillies.

IndianSalad30 minServes 6–82 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: cucumber

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, raita, mango chutney, dal

HB-4027 · Hand-built original

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Indian-Style Hot Dogs

Grilled hot dogs in toasted buns loaded with tamarind and cilantro chutneys, pickled jalapeños, chaat masala and crunchy sev under a squeeze of lemon.

IndianMain courseServes 434 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: hot dogs

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, raita, mango chutney, dal

HB-14141 · Hand-built original

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Indian/Parsi Eggplant Pickle

A fiery, sweet-sour eggplant pickle simmered in oil with whole spices, garlic, ginger and chillies until the oil rises, then bottled for the fridge.

IndianSideabout 2 quarts/1.9 L449 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: eggplant

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, raita, mango chutney, dal

HB-14143 · Hand-built original

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Jackfruit Curry

Green jackfruit simmered in a freshly ground spice paste with tomatoes, turmeric and garam masala. The onions cook low and slow to a deep golden brown before the paste and tomatoes go in.

IndianMain course48 minServes 269 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: jackfruit

Pairs well with: Basmati Rice, Naan

HB-7343 · Hand-built original

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Jackfruit Curry with Lemon Rice

Young jackfruit simmered with onions, tomatoes and warm spices after a turmeric boil, served with lemon rice tossed with mustard seeds, dals, curry leaves and lemon juice.

IndianMain course1 hr 30 minServes 4–6776 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: potato

Pairs well with: sour cream, green beans, coleslaw, grilled steak, roast chicken

HB-14210 · Hand-built original

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Jackfruit Korma

A mild, creamy vegan korma of tinned jackfruit and spinach in a ground almond sauce with ginger, garlic and warm spices, finished with sizzling curry leaves and mustard seeds.

IndianMain course1 hr 30 minServes 4235 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: rice

HB-14211 · Hand-built original

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Jalebi

Jalebi: crisp, coiled spirals of fermented-tasting urad dal and flour batter, fried at 350°F and soaked in cardamom and saffron syrup with lemon and rose water. Toasted pistachios go over the top.

IndianMakes 25–30303 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: pistachios

HB-18418 · Hand-built original

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Jaljeera

Cumin leads this tangy Indian lemonade, with mint, coriander and black salt pulling the lime in a salty, cooling direction.

IndianDrink5 minServes 255 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: lime

Pairs well with: samosas, pakoras, grilled corn

HB-18731 · Hand-built original

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Jeera Rice

Basmati rice glossed with ghee and toasted cumin seeds — the quiet partner to every curry.

IndianSide dish25 minServes 4342 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: rice

Pairs well with: any curry, dal, raita

HB-5654 · Hand-built original

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Kachori chaat

Crisp fried pea-filled pastries opened at the centre and piled with yoghurt, chutneys, onion and crunchy sev.

IndianLight meals & snacks1 hr 30 minMakes 10 kachoris30 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: flour

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, raita, mango chutney, dal

HB-14248 · Hand-built original

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Kala Channa (Black Chickpeas)

Black chickpeas simmered until creamy inside, then folded into a deeply browned onion, ginger and tomato sauce. A dark, glossy, warmly spiced dish for breaking a fast or for supper.

IndianServes 4642 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: chickpeas

HB-18057 · Hand-built original

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Kashmiri biryani

Mutton marinated in yoghurt and spices, cooked under a layer of saffron rice with dried fruit, walnuts and mint.

IndianMain course14 hrServes 6–813 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: mutton

Pairs well with: raita, green salad, naan, lentil dahl

HB-4956 · Hand-built original

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Kashmiri Lamb Rogan Josh

Kashmiri lamb curry: slow-braised shoulder in a deep red tomato and yogurt sauce.

IndianMain course21 minServes 4390 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticRenal

Main ingredient: lamb

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, raita

HB-5625 · Hand-built original

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Keema hotpot

A vegetarian keema of spiced mince, tomatoes and carrots thickened with a cornflour and milk mixture and peas, baked under a layer of sliced potatoes dotted with butter until golden.

IndianMain course2 hr 30 minServes 6529 kcalEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: rapeseed

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, raita, mango chutney, dal

HB-7390 · Hand-built original

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Keema Matar

Spiced lamb mince with peas — dry, rich and made for scooping with bread.

IndianMain course40 minServes 4441 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: lamb mince

Pairs well with: roti, naan, onion salad

HB-5646 · Hand-built original

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Keema with peas

A lamb keema in which the mince is marinated in a garlic and ginger paste, simmered with blended tomatoes, potato and whole spices, and finished with peas, garam masala, lime juice and coriander.

IndianMain course3 hrServes 473 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: lamb

Pairs well with: mint sauce, roasted potatoes, couscous, ratatouille, tzatziki

HB-7391 · Hand-built original

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Kerala Fish Curry

Coconut fish curry from Kerala with tamarind tang and curry leaves, traditionally soured and served with rice.

IndianMain course35 minServes 4459 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: fish

Pairs well with: basmati rice, appam or bread, greens

HB-5631 · Hand-built original

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Kerala king prawn and coconut curry

A Kerala curry of tiger prawns marinated briefly in lemon juice, simmered in a coconut cream sauce built on grated onion, turmeric, cardamom, chilli, cinnamon, garlic, ginger and coriander.

IndianMain course1 hrServes 4112 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: prawns

Pairs well with: Basmati Rice, Naan

HB-7393 · Hand-built original

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