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.
A simple chicken curry served with rice that is hearty, delicious and just what I call comfort food. It ticks all the boxes with warming spices, ginger and a rich gravy that coats the chicken pieces. There are so many […]
A really simple rice based recipe that is a brilliant accompaniment to an Indian meal. Saffron lends a lovely colour and flavour to this pulao along with the whole spices I have used. Use good quality saffron while cooking. […]
This is the one dish that I absolutely love. Well you probably think I say that about a lot of the recipes I feature on my website. But if your memories of eating Kheema Pav were anything like mine you […]
A traditional curry hailing from the north of India; malai koftas are vegetarian koftas or croquettes made with spiced potato and paneer (Indian cottage cheese) steeped in a tomato curry. It’s a favourite at family dinners; an absolute crowd pleaser […]
Phulkopir Aloo Dalna a classic Bengali recipe thats light, full of flavor and ideal when your craving a curry in the summer. Cauliflower is a staple in most Indian curries and delicious when combined with spices. The whole spices fried […]
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 […]
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.
