I’m Maunika and I’m an Indian chef and food writer. Raised in Mumbai, my food influences stem from traditional home cooking, creating authentic and delicious Indian dishes full of flavour and spice.
This warming, authentic curry is brimming with goodness from the southern Indian coastal region. The BART Malabar Masala includes tamarind, chilli and coconut which brings together all the goodness of 12 spices in one simple blend. Delicious served with parathas […]
‘Do Pyaza’ meaning double onions is a term used for this north Indian curry. Slow cooking the onions in a Murgh do Pyaza is key as its goes a lovely caramel colour and gives the curry a deep rich flavour […]
Winters are for comfort food and Rajma chawal is a favourite for many of us. Spiced kidney bean curry with ginger, chilli and cumin, this hearty curry is served with plain rice, pickled salad, and green chillies. Traditionally the curry […]
It’s not often that mushrooms are the main ingredient in Indian curries. With this malai (creamy) gravy, button mushrooms are the star ingredient working so well in a cashew based curry. The spice powder freshly ground and blended is akin […]
A hearty Lamb curry hailing from the Parsi community is definitely in order for this cold winter weather! This gosht ma Kari is a family favourite and one that often cook on weekends. Traditionally mutton would be used although I […]
I love aubergines and with Indian cuisine there are so many ways to cook this wonderful veg. My local shop stocks a variety of them including baby aubergines which are perfect for frying, grilling, stuffing and cooking some gorgeous […]
My debut book, Indian Kitchen is filled with regional Indian curries. With recipes to fit into your lifestyle whether you’re short of time and want a quick meal, or have friends and family coming over and want to cook a feast. This book has it all including family recipes, spice blends and cookery tips.
I love Maunika's cooking. Her food is a joy - she makes incredible Indian food really achievable at home.
Jamie Oliver
With a variety of spices in the Indian cooking repertoire it can be tricky to decide where to begin. What are the must have spices in the kitchen and how to get the most out of them? This spice guide gives you an insight to what Indian kitchens and regional communities stock up. Also simple hints, tips and tricks on how to use each spice along with a suggested list of recipes for the spices.
Maunika’s Indian Recipe’s App is a guide to cooking delicious Indian curries, filled with over 400 recipes. From quick mid week meals, weekend brunch ideas, curries for family & friends. Get access to lots of recipes that have been developed exclusively for the App, along with top restaurants, places to visit including my favourite markets, resorts and street food stalls, and upcoming cookery events.
