Crab & corn cakes with chilli dipping sauce

Throw out the takeaway menu and make these easy snacks at home

Naan dippers with fresh mint & coriander raita

The perfect start to an Indian buffet, this refreshing dip is sure to have your guests digging in – ideal for New Year’s Day

Chicory & orange salad with ginger dressing

A fresh and light salad that makes a great accompaniment to an Indian-style buffet, perfect for New Year or a celebration

Spicy fish cakes with mango dipping sauce

These Indian-flavoured salmon and haddock breaded patties can be made in batches and frozen

Spice-rubbed chicken with pomegranate salad

Apply a light touch to your Indian meal with a sweet pomegranate and mint dressing instead of heavy curry sauce

Cardamom lamb hotpot

Indian spices merge with a traditional potato-topped lamb casserole to create this batch-friendly bake

Potato and pea samosas

Healthy little pastry pockets of potato and peas flavoured with Indian spices, samosas are ideal for afternoon tea, canapés or a buffet

Speedy ginger ice cream with chilli-chocolate sauce

Cool and lightly spiced this ice cream makes the perfect end to an Indian-themed supper

Tandoori roast chicken

Serve this Indian spiced bird with rice, potatoes and vegetables for an alternative roast dinner

Yogurt & spice crusted roast potatoes

A superhealthy side dish which goes especially well with Indian mains

Avocado salad

Try serving this superhealthy salad with crisp za’atar bread for a Middle Eastern feast

The Ultimate Makeover: Chicken tikka masala

You’ll love Angela Nilsen’s version of this classic Indian favourite – it tastes authentic but is far lighter and healthier