Indian
Indian was the first ethnic cuisine to reach British shores as many people came to the UK from the subcontinent. Several decades on, it's still as popular as ever, from kormas to karahis!
Serves 2Spinach and Egg Kari with Fresh Tomato and Red Onion Chutney
An authentic ready-made curry sauce gives this recipe plenty of Bengali flavour, while the spinach and eggs make it nutritionally excellent. Vegetarians and meat-eaters alike will love this spicy yet low-fat curry.
Serves 2 (or double for 4; treble for 6)Spiced Chicken Madras
Grinding spices takes time, which is why Delia was delighted to find a ready-mixed curry powder that tastes really authentic. And, unlike many curries, this one contains half-fat crème fraiche so it's relatively low in fat too!
Serves 2Madras Eggs and Spinach with Tomato Cachumber
Delia discovered a wonderful Madras sauce that makes easy work of this lovely vegetarian curry, accompanied by a type of chutney that's one of Delia's favourites! Use peas or leeks instead of spinach, if you prefer.
Serves 6Spiced Lamb Curry with Chickpeas, Green Coconut Sambal and Tomato-and-Red-Onion Pickle
There is, I have to admit, some work involved in this one, but I absolutely promise the depth and flavour of fresh coconut is really worth that bit of extra time.
Serves 4Marinated Chicken Kebabs with Whole Spices
A healthy, lower-fat option for a barbecue, these kebabs are given extra appeal by the wonderful coriander chutney, a real taste of the East.
Serves 2Spiced Chicken
This is one of the first recipes I did for London's Evening Standard, approximately 30 years ago – it has stood the test of time wonderfully and has even improved with the addition of the crème fraîche.
Serves 4Spiced Pilau Rice with Nuts
I've always loved the fragrant flavour of spiced pilau rice, and could easily eat it just on its own, adding nuts to give it some crunch. However, it's also an excellent accompaniment to any spiced or curried dish, such as Marinated Chicken Kebabs wi
Serves 4-6Spiced Pilau Rice
The amount given here will be enough for 6 people with a curry comprising several dishes, but if it's to be served with just one dish, the pilau will serve four. For what's commonly known as pilau rice, you simply follow this recipe, omitting the her
Makes three 500 ml capacity jarsMango Chutney
Serve this lovely chunky mango chutney - which is simplicity itself to make - with cold meats, leftover turkey or anything spicy.
Makes 4 medium glassesKela Lassi (Banana Lassi)
Lassi is an Indian yoghurt drink and this recipe - perfect for drivers at parties - is the creation of a wonderful cook, Pami Dhanani, who has introduced a subtle Indian tone.
