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 popular south Indian curry that is perfect for breakfast or even a special occasion and so delicious served with steaming idlis or pongal. This simple version using Aubergines is easy to cook for a midweek meal and perfect with […]
Comfort food is warming my senses and now more than ever, so while I crank up the heating ever so slightly and hear the rain lashing down the window pane I know nothing will cheer this rather glum day like […]
The coastal region of Andhra Pradesh is thriving with seafood. With the Bay of Bengal to the east, linking the Godavari and Krishna it’s no surprise that homes and restaurants include a variety of seafood specialties including fish, crabs and […]
‘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 […]
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 […]
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.
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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.
