Curry: Recipes from Indian Home Kitchens

Biographical Note:

Maunika Gowardhan is an Indian chef and author. Born and raised in Mumbai, India, she is now based in the UK. Her work has been featured in a number of media publications including Olive Magazine, BBC Food, Sunday Times and Telegraph.

A New York Times Best Book of 2025'I would pretty much cook anything @cookinacurry told me to.' - Mindy Kaling

Curry takes you on a culinary journey through the diverse and delicious world of regional Indian curries.

Full of insights into the origins and the variety that make these curries truly special, Curry is a definitive guide to eating your way across India's incredible flavours. Thanks to their own crops, culture and traditions, each Indian state has distinct differences in the curries they create. From the aromas of the Himalayan region in the North to the fiery tastes of the South, the recipes in Curry bring the essence of each region into your kitchen.

Discover the Kolhapuri Kaala Lamb Sukka, spiced masala lamb, or the humble but delicious Lucknowi Aloo Matar, a potato and green peas curry. You will even learn how to improve the basics of your Indian cookery, including how to much paneer from scratch and how to make ghee.

Whether you are cooking curry for the first time or are an experienced cook keen to discover new and exciting recipe ideas, Curry brings you all the tastes of India with authenticity, ease and passion. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that unifies the flavours of India in the comfort of your own kitchen.