punjabi

recipes from the Punjab

carrot halwa

One of the most popular desserts in our family, gajar ka halwa is a rich north Indian dessert with grated carrots, milk, sugar and nuts.

carrot raita

Gajar ka raita is a refreshing accompaniment made with yoghurt, carrots, green chillies, and a few spices

channa masala

Dishes of spiced chickpeas can be found across all of India. This is the Punjabi chole, or channa masala.

This simple, wholesome and hearty dal recipe is one of our favourite ways to eat lentils. Chana palak masala is chickpeas with spinach, cooked in a tomato masala and is a great family dish for weeknight eating.

cornmeal roti

The famous Punjabi maize flour bread, or makki di roti. They are made from an unleavened dough made from cornmeal and cooked on a griddle.

dal makhani

This is a dish that showcases the taste and style of the Punjab. A smooth texture, delicate flavour layers and a hint of spice and smokiness makes this dish of lentils and red kidney beans a global favourite.

green paneer tikka

Paneer pudina tikka is a great starter or finger food for parties. The secret to this recipe is to use the best paneer you can get or make it yourself. The marinade is fresh, aromatic and has quite a chilli hit. Simple to make with great results.

palak paneer

This palak paneer is the classic Punjabi dish of spinach studded with cubes of fried paneer cheese. It is hotter than the usually bland restaurant versions.

paneer

Paneer is a fresh white cheese with a crumbly texture. It is made by curdling milk with vinegar. It features extensively in North Indian cuisine.

paneer with peas

Matar paneer is a popular Punjabi dish. It highlights the paneer, with a spicy tomato sauce and bursts of flavour from the just-cooked peas.

spinach saag

A common Punjabi dish, typically served in winter. Palak ka saag is a lightly spiced puree of spinach.

tanduri chicken

The classic North Indian dish. Tandoori chicken is not hot, but has a gentle and subtle spice background. Part of the flavour comes from the slightly charred outside of the chicken. This recipe suits barbecue cooking.