Classic Indian Recipes

Chetna Makan

The Hamlyn Classic Recipes series is a celebratory collection of some of the most admired chefs the world has to offer - noteworthy not only for their pioneering approach to food, but also for their dependable, uncomplicated and trustworthy recipes.


Chetna Makan is the queen of Indian home cooking. First introduced to us on The Great British Bake Off, Chetna has since authored several successful cookbooks, combining her inventive flavours with a love of simple Indian cooking. In this cookbook, she shares over 75 of her finest recipes, honouring the simplicity and freshness of Indian food.

Discover the art of achieving fresh and vibrant flavours through smooth, yet intricate techniques that define Indian cooking. These recipes are organized into five chapters:

Chapter 1: Meats & Poultry
Chettinad Chicken; Cardamom-flavoured Lamb Patties; Kashmiri Chicken Curry

Chapter 2: Fish
Amritsari Fish; Marathi Salmon Curry; Pickled Prawns

Chapter 3: Vegetables
Vegetable Biryani; Kashmiri Spinach; Okra from Jaipur

Chapter 4: Small Dishes & Accompaniments
Cucumber Yoghurt Salad; Indian Sweet Naan; Coriander Chutney

Chapter 5: Desserts
Ground Rice Pudding; Chilli Hot Chocolate; Semolina Biscuits

With stunning images to inspire your culinary journey, this masterful collection invites both novice and experienced cooks to explore the rich, traditional tapestry of Indian cuisine. From the secret to the best Dal papdi chaat to timeless dishes such as Spicy garlic-ginger chicken and Okra masala, this Indian cookbook will help you recreate a classic Indian feast at home.

Discover the joy of Indian cooking with Chetna Makan's Classic Indian Recipes.