Kunal Kapur
15 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
Malabar (Kerala) Parota – Layered Flaky Flatbread
A traditional Kerala‑style layered paratha made with refined flour, milk and plenty of oil. The dough is kneaded, rested, stretched and folded to create delicate flaky layers that are crisp on the outside and soft inside. Serve hot with curry, stew or pickle. Also known as parota.
Punjabi Rajma Chawal (Kidney Bean Curry with Rice)
A classic Punjabi comfort dish of tender red kidney beans simmered in a richly spiced tomato gravy, served over fluffy basmati rice. Made with a mother's love and traditional spices, this recipe delivers authentic flavor without any modern twists.
Lauki Kofta Curry
A rich, creamy Indian bottle‑gourd (lauki) kofta curry featuring soft, spiced koftas made with paneer and roasted gram flour, simmered in a buttery tomato‑onion gravy flavored with whole spices, kasoori methi and finished with cream and fresh coriander.
Thatte Idli with Odi Masala
Soft, fluffy Thatte Idli – a Bangalore street‑food specialty – steamed in shallow plates and served with spicy Odi masala (roasted dal and spice powder). The batter is fermented naturally for 12‑14 hours for maximum fluffiness and health benefits.
Onion Tomato Chutney Recipe for Idli Dosa Upma
A tangy, hot and aromatic Indian chutney made with tomatoes, onions, black gram, spices and tamarind. It can be served warm or chilled and stores well for several days.
Naan, Garlic Naan, Butter Naan
Learn how to make soft, fluffy Indian naan, aromatic garlic naan, and layered butter naan at home without a tandoor. This step‑by‑step recipe uses a simple dough base and a hot cast‑iron skillet or griddle, finishing with butter, nigella seeds, coriander and garlic for authentic flavor and beautiful puff.
Pink Sauce Pasta
A vibrant Indian‑Italian fusion pasta where creamy white cheese sauce meets tangy tomato red sauce, finished with a hint of ketchup for a sweet‑spicy pink hue. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that feels restaurant‑style.
Mumbai Spl Pao Bhaji
A classic Maharashtrian street‑food favorite, Mumbai Special Pav Bhaji is a buttery, spiced vegetable mash served with toasted butter‑infused pav. This recipe follows Chef Kunal Kapur’s method, including the signature masala, optional beetroot for natural colour, and the final sizzling buttered pav.
Dhokla
A fluffy, spongy Gujarati dhokla made with gram flour, curd (chaas), and a tangy‑sweet‑spicy tempering. The recipe follows Chef Kunal Kapur’s tips for perfect rise, colour and texture, and includes step‑by‑step instructions for batter preparation, steaming, and the final tadka.
Chili Garlic Spaghetti
A spicy, buttery, and cheesy desi‑style chilli garlic pasta made with spaghetti, garlic, green chillies, Kashmiri red chilli powder, milk and cheese. The sauce is prepared first, then the pasta is boiled al dente and tossed in the sauce for a rich, flavorful dish that fuses Indian flavors with classic Italian pasta.
Masala Kurkure Pasta Namkeen
A quick Indian‑style snack where boiled pasta is fried until crisp and tossed in a tangy, aromatic masala. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or a spicy bite‑size treat.
Gajar Ka Halwa banane ka tarika
A classic Indian sweet made with grated carrots, sugar, ghee, milk, khoya, and aromatic cardamom, finished with toasted nuts. This recipe from YouTube chef Kunal Kapur shows how to achieve a rich, glossy halwa with just six core ingredients.
स्मोकी खुशबू वाली भुने हुए टमाटर की स्वादिष्ट चटनी
A smoky, tangy roasted tomato chutney made by charring tomatoes, green chilies, onions and garlic over an open flame, then blending with mustard oil, lemon juice, roasted cumin and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect as a condiment for kebabs, dal, roti or any Indian starter.
Indian Style White Sauce Spaghetti Pasta
A quick and easy Indian‑style creamy pasta made with a velvety white sauce, garlic butter roux, and melted cheese. Perfect for a comforting dinner or snack, this recipe keeps the garlic pale, the roux white, and the pasta al dente, then finishes with a splash of pasta water for a silky texture.
Kurkure Bhindi
A healthy, oil‑free Indian snack of crunchy okra coated with besan and aromatic spices, cooked quickly in an air fryer. Perfect for guilt‑free munching.