Delicious Vegan Indian Recipes to Spice Up Your Meals! Dive into a world of flavor with these 10 must-try dishes
Namaste, food lovers! Are you looking to explore the colourful and flavourful world of Indian
cuisine, but want to keep it plant-based? Then you've come to the right place! Gone are the days when vegan Indian food meant just plain dal and roti.
Today, we're diving into 10 incredibly delicious vegan Indian recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. Get ready to discover the magic of spices, the richness of lentils, and the versatility of vegetables, all without a drop of dairy or any animal product.
Let's get cooking!
North Indian dishes: Chana Masala, Aloo Gobi, Vegetable Biryani
First up is the humble, but undeniably delicious, Chana Masala! This North Indian favourite is made with chickpeas in a spicy tomato-based gravy. The key to a great Chana Masala is allowing the ingredients to meld together, resulting in a flavour explosion.
Serve it with fluffy bhaturas or jeera rice for a super complete meal. Second, we have Aloo Gobi, this is a comforting dish made with potatoes and cauliflower, cooked with turmeric and ginger and other warm spices. Third, is vegetable biryani, a rich and aromatic rice dish with mixed veggies.
South Indian recipes: sambar, korma, aloo methi
Next on our list is a South Indian staple – Sambar! This lentil-based vegetable stew is tangy, savoury, and packed with nutrients. Every South Indian household has its own treasured Sambar recipe, and the variations are endless.
Think of it as the Indian version of a hearty vegetable soup, to be had with rice. The fourth recipe is vegetable korma, cooked in creamy coconut milk, cashew nuts, and various vegetables. Aloo Methi is fifth. It consists of potatoes with aromatic fenugreek leaves.
Its flavour is earthy with a bit of bitter hit from the methi, which balances the richness from potatoes.
Vegan Dal Makhani & Smoky Baingan Bharta recipes
Moving on, we have Dal Makhani, a slow-cooked lentil dish made with black lentils and kidney beans, simmered in a creamy tomato-based sauce. Yes, we are making it completely vegan. The traditional recipe calls for cream and butter, but this vegan version uses cashew cream.
It tastes exactly as rich and authentic as the original, without any animal products. Seventh, we have Baingan Bharta. It consists of mashed eggplants smoked over an open fire before being cooked with traditional Indian spices, tomatoes and onions.
Spinach kofta curry, bindi masala, and rajma are flavorful Indian dishes
Our next recipe is the Palak Kofta curry. Kofta are small balls made with spinach, potatoes, and spices. These are then deep-fried or air-fried until golden brown. The koftas are then simmered in a rich and creamy tomato-based gravy.
Eighth, Bindi Masala is a spicy dry vegtable dish made from okra with caramelized onions, ginger, garlic, and garam masala spices. Next is Rajma, or kidney bean curry, which is a simple curry staple. It is made with red kidney beans and aromatic spices and served with rice.
You cannot go wrong with this comfort and delicious curry.
Vegan Gajar ka Halwa: Sweet, vegan twist on classic Indian dessert
Craving something sweet? Don't worry, we've got you covered, too! Ninth on the list is Vegan Gajar ka Halwa. This classic Indian dessert is made with grated carrots, ghee, sugar, and cardamom. This vegan variant calls for ghee to be replaced with coconut oil.
It’s made by slowly cooking the carrots in the oil until they soften. Then, they are simmered with sugar and cardamom until the mixture thickens and the flavours meld together. It’s the perfect dish to end your flavorful vegan meal! Nothing beats a warm bowl of gajar ka halwa in the winter time!
Refreshing Masala Chaas recipe with yogurt, spices, and herbs
Finally, to end our vegan recipe journey we have a refreshing glass of Masala Chaas, a spiced buttermilk drink that is perfect for cooling down after a spicy meal. You can make it with coconut yogurt or almond yogurt, just be sure to whisk the yogurt before adding any other ingredients.
The traditional recipe involves blending plain yogurt with water, ginger, green chilies, cumin powder, asafetida, salt and a handful of coriander leaves. This simple drink is naturally refreshing, delicious and helps with digestion.
Don’t forget to garnish with mint leaves and a sprinkle of cumin powder to make it look extra fancy!
Experiment with spices and techniques to find your perfect flavor
Remember to adjust the spices according to your taste and preference. Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients and techniques until you find the perfect flavor combination that you enjoy the most. Have fun in the kitchen as your prepare these recipes!
10 delicious vegan Indian recipes to try now, diverse and satisfying
So, there you have it – 10 delicious vegan Indian recipes that you need to try right now! These dishes prove that vegan Indian cuisine is anything but boring. It is rich, flavorful, diverse, and completely satisfying.
From hearty curries to comforting snacks and sweet treats, there's something for everyone to enjoy. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure filled with the incredible flavors of India, all while staying true to your vegan lifestyle!
Happy cooking, and bon appétit!
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