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    Home » Indian Recipes » 20+ Instant Pot Indian Recipes – Indian Curries, Indian Rice dishes & Indian Desserts

    20+ Instant Pot Indian Recipes – Indian Curries, Indian Rice dishes & Indian Desserts

    Published: Dec 30, 2020 · Modified: Jan 14, 2021 | This post may contain affiliate links·

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    A collection of the best Indian recipes that can be made easily in your Instant Pot!

    A collage of popular Instant Pot Indian Recipes

    Indian cooking can be made so much easier and convenient when the Instant Pot takes over! In over 5 years of cooking in the Instant Pot, I’ve started to default to making most of my regular Indian recipes in the Instant Pot, I rarely use the stovetop for most of my Indian cooking.

    If you are new here, and you love Indian cuisine, check out my collection of Indian Recipes – from classic dishes such as Butter Chicken, restaurant-quality appetizers such as Paneer Tikka, regional specialties such as Appams (string hoppers), and much more!  Here is a handy guide to Indian Spices that will help you stock up on essentials for Indian cooking.

    My Instant Pot recipes are low on effort and easy to make –  whether you are a beginner or an experienced cook, these recipes are tried and tested and perfect to add to your weekly meal plan. From chicken curries to vegan recipes, classic biryanis to Indian desserts, there’s something for everyone here. Recipes have been categorized into four categories, for easy navigation:

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    • Indian Curries you can make in your Instant Pot
    • Indian Breads
    • Indian Rice Recipes
    • Indian Desserts

    Indian Curries you can make in your Instant Pot

    Instant Pot Chicken Curry

    We make this chicken curry so often, it's become a firm family favorite! Delicious and juicy chicken in a rich, aromatic curry made with cashews, tomatoes, and yogurt.

    Instant Pot Chicken Curry
    This Instant Pot Chicken Curry recipe is a family favorite! Delicious and juicy chicken in a rich, aromatic curry, made quick and easy.
    Check out this recipe
    Chicken curry served in a bowl

    Paneer Tikka Masala

    You can make this delicious Paneer Tikka Masala in under 35 minutes in your Instant Pot using my shortcut recipe. A secret hack that I love is to use almond meal for the sauce. Read on to know more....

    Paneer Tikka Masala Recipe
    Paneer tikka masala is a classic restaurant-quality dish. This deliciously creamy and decadent curry is all kinds of irresistible! Make it in the Instant Pot with this quick and easy recipe.
    Check out this recipe
    bowl with paneer curry garnished with chopped cilantro

    Saag Paneer

    Saag Paneer is a delicious, earthy dish made with cubes of paneer simmered in a spinach-based sauce. This is a lightened-up version that uses cream just as a garnish. In fact, you can skip the cream altogether!

    Saag Paneer Recipe
    Saag paneer is traditionally made with cubes of paneer cooked in a sauce made of green leafy veggies. A delicious, comforting, vegetarian curry that is better than the restaurant version!
    Check out this recipe
    Close up view of saag paneer in a bowl

    Saag paneer in a bowl with a fork

    Chickpea Coconut Curry

    Our kids love this chickpea coconut curry! A hearty stew-like curry made with dried chickpeas, coconut milk and spinach, we love it served over rice.

    Chickpea Coconut Curry
    Easy Vegan Instant Pot Chickpea Coconut Curry recipe is a delicious meal that the entire family will love!
    Check out this recipe
    Chickpea coconut curry served in a small bowl

    Chicken Tikka Masala

    Chicken Tikka Masala can be made effortlessly in the Instant Pot! This delicious curry is super-rich, creamy, and full of flavor. Serve it with naan or basmati rice.

    Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala
    Chicken Tikka Masala made effortlessly in the Instant Pot! This delicious curry is super-rich, creamy and full of flavor.
    Check out this recipe
    Chicken Tikka Masala In a bowl with rice
    Chicken Tikka Masala In a bowl with rice

    Goan Prawn Curry

    This Goan Prawn Curry is made with prawns cooked in a classic Goan coconut-based curry. A simple authentic shrimp curry made with classic Indian spices.

    Shrimp Curry Recipe
    Shrimp curry or Goan Prawn Curry is an authentic recipe from the coastal state of Goa in India. Shrimp is simmered in a curry made with coconut, green chilies, curry leaves, and spices. Here's how you make Prawn Coconut Curry in an Instant Pot or on the stovetop.
    Check out this recipe
    a pot of shrimp cooked in a curry

    Spinach and Potato Curry

    This vegetable curry is a great way to get all those veggies packed into one curry - a one-pot recipe that makes use of spinach, pumpkin, carrots, and potatoes. Vegan and gluten-free!

    Instant Pot Spinach and Potato Curry
    Quick and easy vegan and gluten-free Instant Pot curry curry that has the goodness of spinach, pumpkin, carrots and potatoes. It comes together easily in the Instant Pot, but could also be adapted for the stove top.
    Check out this recipe
    Instant Pot Potato, Pumpkin and Spinach Curry

    Lamb Bhuna

    Lamb Bhuna is a classic lamb curry, traditionally made by slow-cooking lamb in a spiced gravy. The Instant Pot version of this recipe can be in under an hour.

    Instant Pot Lamb Bhuna
    Lamb bhuna is a delicious lamb curry that is made by cooking lamb in a gravy made of onions, tomatoes and spices. Tastes best when served with naan or rice.
    Check out this recipe
    Spoon holding lamb curry over a bowl

    Instant Pot Pork Vindaloo

    Delicious Goan-style Pork Vindaloo curry is so easy to make in the Instant Pot! This hearty traditional recipe is passed on from the Portuguese during their rule in Goa. You will love the rich and complex flavors of this classic curry.

    Instant Pot Pork Vindaloo
    Pork vindaloo - Juicy and succulent pork is simmered in a delicious curry that is full of flavor. A classic Goan curry that is surprisingly super easy to make in the pressure cooker!
    Check out this recipe
    CLose-up of pork vindaloo

    Mughlai Lamb Curry

    This delectable lamb curry is inspired from the royal kitchens of the Mughals. Make it with minimal effort in the Instant Pot.

    Instant Pot Mughlai Lamb Curry
    Mughlai lamb curry is a delicious lamb curry that originates from the royal kitchens of India
    Check out this recipe
    Instant Pot Mughlai Lamb Curry

    Cauliflower Curry

    Vegan and gluten-free, Instant Pot cauliflower curry is a quick, easy, yet wholesome recipe, made in under 30 minutes. Full of flavor, and high on nutrition! We love it served over rice or couscous.

    Aloo Gobi Matar Curry | Cauliflower Curry | Gobi Curry
    Aloo Gobi Matar aka Gobi Curry or Cauliflower Curry is a delicious vegan curry recipe made in under30 minutes. Full of flavor, this cauliflower curry pairs best with rice or your choice of grains.
    Check out this recipe
    Cauliflower curry in a bowl

    Instant Pot Egg Curry

    Instant Pot Egg curry is just what you need for a quick meal fix for lunch or dinner. Egg curry is made in under 30 mins, paired with rice or bread, for the perfect family meal.

    Egg Curry Recipe
    Egg curry can be made with basic pantry ingredients! Instant Pot egg curry is made in under 30 mins, paired with rice, it is perfect for a quick family meal
    Check out this recipe
    A bowl of egg curry and rice on a plate

    Indian Breads

    Instant Pot Naan Bread

    Naan is a breeze to make at home! Soft, pillowy in texture, naan is the perfect bread for butter chicken, chicken korma or just about any curry! Use the Instant Pot to proof the dough, and cut your proofing time in nearly half!

    Instant Pot Naan Bread
    Indian restaurant-style naan bread made quick and easy with dough proofed in the Instant Pot + Tips to make that perfect naan at home!
    Check out this recipe
    Naan bread stacked on a kitchen towel
    Naan bread stacked on a kitchen towel

    Pav Bread

    Light, airy, egg-free bread rolls that go with the super-popular Pav Bhaji (mashed vegetable stew). These bread rolls can be proofed easily in the Instant Pot and then baked in the oven.

    Pav bread
    Pav is an Indian bread made with very basic ingredients! Follow this easy recipe for the softest, pillowy pavs
    Check out this recipe

    Indian Rice Recipes

    Instant Pot Chicken Biryani

    Delicious and aromatic long-grained Basmati rice is layered with succulent chicken, browned onions, and cooked together in the Instant Pot. This is a dish that is fit for a feast!

    Chicken Dum Biryani Recipe
    Hyderabadao Chicken Dum Biryani is made by layering fragrant rice with chicken that is cooked in spices and aromatics. Make it at home with this easy-to-follow recipe.
    Check out this recipe
    side view of chicken biryani

    Instant Pot Shrimp Biryani

    Instant Pot Shrimp biryani is a delicious biryani made with long-grained aromatic basmati rice layered with prawns and cooked together. This restaurant-quality dish can be made easily in the Instant Pot!

    Instant Pot Shrimp Biryani
    Shrimp or prawn biryani is a delicious biryani made by cooking aromatic basmati rice with prawns or shrimp and spices. This restaurant-quality dish can be made easily in the Instant Pot!
    Check out this recipe
    Shrimp and rice with coriander and raisins on a white plate

    Indian Desserts

    Instant Pot Kheer

    Kheer is a classic Indian rice pudding infused with cardamom and saffron. This luxurious dessert can be made in the Instant Pot, with just 5 ingredients.

    Instant Pot Kheer
    Instant Pot Kheer is a classic Indian rice pudding infused with cardamom and saffron. This is an easy, no-fuss recipe for rich, creamy, and delicious Instant Pot Rice Pudding!
    Check out this recipe
    close up of a bowl of rice kheer with saffron and nut garnish

    Diwali Dessert Jars

    This layered Diwali dessert-in-a-jar has three layers of pure indulgence – dulce de leche (made in the Instant Pot), gajar halwa (made in the Instant Pot) and phirni (stovetop)! It is the perfect indulgent Diwali dessert.

    Diwali Dessert Jars
    This layered dessert-in-a-jar has three layers of pure indulgence! It makes for the perfect Diwali treat or hostess gift
    Check out this recipe
    Carrot halwa, dulce de leche and phirni layered in a jar
    Carrot halwa, dulce de leche and phirni layered in a jar

    Gajar Halwa

    Gajar halwa is an aromatic fudgy-pudding made with carrots, ghee, and milk solids. Decadent, fudgy, and utterly delicious, this Instant Pot Gajar Halwa is an easy way to make this Indian dessert!

    Instant Pot Gajar Halwa
    Gajar halwa is a cardamom-scented carrot pudding traditionally made during winter in India. Decadent, fudgy and utterly delicious, this Instant Pot Gajar Halwa is an easy way to make this much-loved Indian dessert!
    Check out this recipe
    Instant pot Gajar Halwa with a spoon

    Mango Cheesecake

    The smoothest, most decadent mango cheesecake made with fresh mango puree and the best part? There's no added cream! Garnished with sliced fresh mangoes.

    Mango Cheesecake
    The smoothest, silkiest mango cheesecake made with fresh mango puree and no added cream! Garnished with fresh mangoes.
    Check out this recipe
    Mango cheesecake with mango slices on top on a cake stand
    Mango cheesecake with mango slices on top on a cake stand

    If you liked this round-up, do comment below! If you make any of these recipes, please post a pic on INSTAGRAM -tagging @carameltintedlife and follow along on FACEBOOK and PINTEREST

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