Indian Comfort Food

Published: Nov 27, 2020 · Modified: Jun 1, 2021 by Alonna

Indian Comfort Food - A gathering of 8 recipes that represent the world of Indian-spiced comfort food. — The world Indian comfort food offers so many options but here are my 8 favorite recipes with the flavors of India. Give yourself and your loved ones a big food hug.

This year more than ever, we need to find comfort where we can. I have gathered eight of my recipes that give me comfort. They are a mix of more traditional Indian curries and International-Indo dishes that are satisfying and familiar but transformed by some Indian spices.

Some of my picks can be made in with just 10 minutes of prep (mango custard), and some, like my Goan beef curry, are a weekend cooking project. They all are as comforting as a big hug. If you haven’t given any of them a go yet, I encourage you to do that, and I would love to hear from you about how you make out.

Happy cooking!

~ Alonna

Oh, So Comforting

Air Fryer Turkey Burgers served in a bun with a slice of red onion, tomato, ketchup and and mayo

Juicy Air Fryer Turkey Burgers with Indian Masala

Infused with fresh herbs, spices, and aromatics, this simple air fryer turkey burger is packed with pizzaz. The ingredients all come together in a really special way, so say goodbye to dry, dull turkey burgers!

Turkey burgers served on a bun with spicy potato chips, tomato, coleslaw and special sauce.

Juicy Indian Spiced Turkey Burgers on the Grill or Stove

My Indian spiced turkey burgers are juicy, low-carb, and full of vibrant herbs and spices. Forget all those dry, flavorless turkey burgers you’ve had. They are so good!

The finished Curried Ground Turkey Shepherd’s Pie in a enameled cast-iron skillet with a sprinkle of chopped parsley

Healthy & Comforting Curried Ground Turkey Shepherd’s Pie

A family favorite, shepherd’s pie is made even better with a comforting curried ground turkey filling and a soulful, creamy mashed potato topping.

Indian Spaghetti Bolognese a bowl full of bolognese and a fork twirled full of perfectly coated pasta

Indian-Style Pasta ~ Spaghetti Bolognese

Soulful and endlessly comforting, Indian spaghetti bolognese will warm your nights. Make it with any ground meat or tofu of your choice and make it mild or spicy as you wish.

Mango fruit custard served in small jars garnished with chopped pistachios and saffron.

6-Ingredient Indian Mango Custard

Yummy all year round, mango fruit custard is both creamy and refreshing. Besides some chilling time, this is a quick, make-ahead, and light (healthy) dessert. What’s not to like?

Served up into two matching blue bowls garnished with a quick chili oil, a dusting of cilantro leaves and pretty roasted pieces of cauliflower.

Easy Curried Cauliflower Soup

Silky, warming, and oh so comforting, curried cauliflower soup is just the thing you need to make for dinner. Did I say healthy too? It is vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, and even keto!

Served up with fried curry leaves and some rice on the side.

Creamy Toor Dal in the Instant Pot (Parippu Curry)

Toor dal is a sunshiny bowl of happiness, and it can be yours in the Instant Pot or on the stove. It is a quick, healthy, and warming lentil soup.

Potato Masala (Curry) All dished up an garnished with fresh green chillies and cilantro.

Potato Masala (Curry)

This aromatic potato masala can be a pizza topping, a sandwich filling, a potato salad, or a memorable side dish. What can't you do with this curry?

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