Spicy North Indian Dishes You Must Try For Dinner

By Garima Johar

February 3, 2025

North Indian cuisine is known for its aromatic blend of spices, making the dishes utterly savoury. If you need some ideas for spicy dinner, here are some North Indian dishes you must try.

Dal Makhani

Dal Makhani is too a rich, slow-cooked lentil dish. Topped with cream, dal makhani is super indulgent.

Paneer Masala

Paneer butter masala features paneercubes in a tomato-based gravy and a blend of herbs and spices.

Pindi Chole

The authentic North Indian chickpeas made with a blend of spices can be enjoyed with naan or bhature.

Sarson Ka Saag

Sarson ka saag is a rich green and nutritious dish that is usually enjoyed with makki ki roti.

Lauki Kofta

Lauki fritters and simmered in a rich, spicy gravy can be enjoyed with roti or rice.

Butter Chicken

There’s nothing better than chicken simmered in a tomato-based gravy infused with butter and spices.