Main dishes

Authentic Indian Main Dish Spice Kits

Discover our Indian main dish spice kits, a selection of the great classics of Indian cuisine. Each kit contains every spice blend measured out precisely, along with a detailed recipe for cooking complete, flavourful dishes in 30 to 45 minutes. From the famous Butter Chicken to the traditional Dal and the festive Biryani, our kits let you put authentic meals for 2 to 4 people on the table.

The essentials of Indian cuisine

Indian cuisine is full of main dishes rich in flavour and tradition. Every region of India has developed its own specialities, reflecting the country's cultural and climatic diversity. Our kits let you discover the most iconic dishes — the ones eaten every day in India as well as those served on the great festive occasions.

Our main dish kits

Butter Chicken

The Butter Chicken, or Murgh Makhani, is probably the most famous Indian dish in the world. Created in Delhi in the 1950s, this velvety dish combines chicken marinated in tandoori spices, simmered in a creamy tomato and butter sauce. The heat of Kashmiri red chilli is beautifully softened by the delicacy of cardamom. A perfect balance of richness and refinement that wins over every palate.

Dal (Spiced Lentils)

The Dal is the vegetarian dish par excellence of Indian cuisine. These lentils simmered with spices are eaten every day across India. Comforting, nutritious and inexpensive, dal comes in many varieties depending on the region and the type of lentil used. Served with rice or Indian bread, it makes a complete, balanced meal rich in plant-based protein.

Biryani

The Biryani is our absolute best-seller! This dish of rice scented with spices, layered with meat or vegetables, is the symbol of festive meals in India. Every grain of rice is coated in a complex blend of spices including saffron, cardamom, cinnamon and cloves. Biryani takes a little more preparation time, but the spectacular result is well worth it. Nobody can resist it!

Why choose our main dish kits?

• Mihika's authentic recipes: Originally from Mumbai, Mihika shares the traditional recipes she cooks every day
• Everything is pre-measured: The spices are weighed out precisely following the traditional recipe — no more hunting down 15 different spices
• Spices selected at source: Imported directly from India, with no middlemen
• Detailed step-by-step instructions: Even beginners get their Indian dishes right first time
• A complete meal for 2-4 people: Perfect for dinner with family or friends
• Packed to order: Maximum freshness guaranteed, hand-packed in Wittisheim

How to use our main dish kits?

Each kit turns the preparation of a complex Indian dish into a simple, enjoyable experience:

1. Prepare your fresh ingredients: The full list is provided on the recipe card (meat, vegetables, cream, butter depending on the dish)
2. Follow the numbered sachets: Each sachet corresponds to a specific step in the recipe
3. Cook step by step: The instructions are clear and detailed, with tips to get it right every time
4. Enjoy: Serve your authentic Indian main dish with basmati rice, naan bread or our spiced rice kit

Preparation time: 30 to 45 minutes on average (90 minutes for the Biryani, which needs slow cooking). A time investment richly rewarded by the result!

Serving suggestions

For a complete Indian meal, serve your main dishes with:

• Plain basmati rice or our spiced rice kit: Perfect for soaking up the velvety sauces
• Indian bread: Cheese naan, chapati or roti for mopping up
• Raita: Mint and cucumber yoghurt to cool things down
• Chutney: Mango, coriander or mint for contrasting bursts of flavour

Taking it further

Once you have mastered our main dish kits, you can:

• Buy our loose spices to recreate your favourite dishes whenever you like
• Join our Indian cooking workshops in Wittisheim to deepen your technique
• Discover new recipes - we regularly expand our catalogue

Quality and sustainability commitment

Our main dish kits are hand-packed to order in Wittisheim, Alsace. We import our spices directly from smallholder Indian producers, in line with fair trade principles. Our packaging is biodegradable and has a low environmental impact.

Delivery

Fast delivery throughout France, DOM/TOM and Europe, with Colissimo, Mondial Relay and Chronopost. Order prepared within 24 to 48 hours. See the Delivery and shipping page for more information.