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If India has a national dish, it is khichdi: soothing rice and lentils cooked into one golden pot. Start with our Khichdi recipe, then browse 137 more Indian classics, from everyday cooking to festive specialities.

The Most Famous Indian Dishes

  1. Khichdi

    Discover Khichdi, one of India's most comforting and wholesome dishes! This gentle one-pot of rice and lentils is simmered together until soft and creamy, then warmed through with …

  2. Masala Dosa

    Discover Masala Dosa, one of India's most iconic dishes! This crisp, golden pancake is made from a fermented batter of rice and lentils and wrapped around a fragrant, lightly …

  3. Idli

    Discover Idli, one of South India's most cherished breakfast classics! These pillowy, steamed rice cakes are made from a gently fermented batter of rice and lentils, giving them …

  4. Kulfi

    Cool, creamy and gently perfumed with spice, Kulfi is India's answer to ice cream — and arguably its richer, more luxurious cousin. Denser than the everyday scoop and slow to melt, …

  5. Pani Puri

    Discover Pani Puri, the irresistible street-food snack of India! These tiny, crisp hollow shells are filled with a spiced potato mixture and topped with cooling coriander water, …

  6. Biryani

    Discover Biryani, one of India's most celebrated dishes and a favourite enjoyed the world over! This hearty rice dish layers fragrant basmati rice with a fragrant blend of spices, …

  7. Modak

    Meet Modak, one of India's most cherished sweets and a true festive treat. These delicate, pleated dumplings are made from soft rice flour and filled with a fragrant mixture of …

  8. Vada Pav

    Bring the buzz of a Mumbai street corner straight into your kitchen with Vada Pav, India's beloved answer to the burger. A spiced potato fritter is tucked into a soft bread roll …

  9. Naan

    Discover naan, the soft, pillowy flatbread that sits at the heart of so many Indian meals. With its tender, fluffy crumb and gently charred surface, it is the perfect partner for …

  10. Tandoori Chicken

    Meet Tandoori Chicken, one of India's most iconic dishes and a true showstopper at any table. Juicy chicken is steeped in a tangy yoghurt marinade laced with warming spices, then …

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National Dish India: Patra (Recipe)

Meet Patra, a wonderfully fragrant snack from western India that turns humble taro leaves into something rather special. Each leaf …

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National Dish India: Nihari (Recipe)

Discover Nihari, a magnificent slow-cooked dish that ranks among the great treasures of India’s table. Once prepared as a …

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What is the national dish of India?

India has no single official national dish, but khichdi is the one most often given that title — soothing rice and lentils cooked into one golden pot. A step-by-step recipe is on this page, alongside 137 more authentic Indian recipes.

What food is India famous for?

Beyond khichdi, India is famous for dishes like Masala Dosa, Idli and Kulfi. This page collects 138 authentic Indian recipes, from everyday classics to festive specialities.