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    54 Gluten Free Indian Recipes

    Published: July 22, 2022 · Modified: July 22, 2022 by Uma Raghupathi · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · Leave a Comment

    Collections of Indian gluten free recipes.

    Gluten-free Indian recipes are not as uncommon as you think, yet they are pretty hard to spot because they are not called as-such.

    That's why I gathered some fantastic gluten-free dishes from India that you'll love.

    A box is filled with gluten free indian recipes. this recipe

    I've got you covered whether you're looking for breakfast, sides, entrees, or desserts. Plus, as always, all of these recipes are vegan too!

    In Indian cooking, finding gluten-free recipes is easy. Most recipes use naturally gluten-free ingredients such as rice, lentils, beans, and vegetables.

    Recipes with wheat and barley are the ones that need tweaking to make them gluten-free, and I have some of those recipes too. Check them out!

    Jump to:
    • What is gluten?
    • Are Indian spices gluten-free?
    • Expert tips
    • FAQ
    • Breakfast
    • Main dish
    • Rice recipes
    • Appetizers and snacks
    • Desserts
    • You might also like
    • Conclusion

    What is gluten?

    Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. It gives bread its chewy texture and pizza dough its stretchy consistency.

    For people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, eating gluten can cause serious health issues.

    And that's why I created this easy list of gluten-free recipes as a quick reference for you when you need it.

    It is also common for people with malfunctioning thyroid (like me!) to avoid gluten to support metabolism.

    So, if you are looking for strictly gluten-free recipes, check the ingredients list before cooking.

    Are Indian spices gluten-free?

    One big relief is that Indian spices are, by default, gluten-free. That garam masala powder sitting in your pantry is naturally gluten-free, and so is that turmeric, coriander, and cumin powder.

    All you need to do is check the ingredients list on the spice packets to ensure they don't have any wheat flour or maltodextrin added.

    And Hing or asafoetida is gluten-free only if you use or buy compounded asafoetida. So just check the ingredients list or make your own hing powder at home to be sure it's gluten-free.

    Most curry powders and spice blends are naturally gluten-free as well.

    Expert tips

    Here are a few tips to help you cook gluten-free Indian food:

    • Instead of wheat flour (atta), use almond flour, chickpea flour (besan), or coconut flour, quinoa flour, jowar flour, and ragi flour.
    • All natural forms of rice, such as white and brown rice, are naturally gluten-free.
    • Avoid using Asafoetida(hing) or use the gluten-free version.
    • Replace wheat-based semolina (sooji/rava) with gluten-free options like millet, quinoa flakes, or tapioca pearls.
    • Use Gluten-free oats instead of regular oats.
    • To thicken gravies, use arrowroot powder, potato starch, or almond meal instead of all-purpose flour (maida) or cornstarch.

    FAQ

    Is Suji gluten-free?

    No, regular suji or rava contains wheat flour and is not gluten-free. You can use Gluten-free oats instead.

    Does Maggi have gluten?

    Yes, Maggi has high Gluten content from wheat flour used for preparing the noodles.

    Is Sabudana gluten-free?

    Yes, Sabudana is Gluten-free as it is made from tapioca pearls.

    Breakfast

    Besan Chilla

    Besan Cheela is a savory pancakes made from gram flour (besan) mixed with onion, tomato, cumin, and various spices.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 14 votes
    Calories :250
    head shot of three besan chilla placed on the plate.

    Gluten Free Chapati

    This gluten-free chapati is made with homemade quinoa flour. It's just as delicious as the traditional wheat roti without gluten.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 1 vote
    Calories :218
    A tawa is filled with gluten free chapatis.

    Idli Batter Recipe (Soft Idli Recipe)

    Soft and fluffy idlis dunked in onion sambar or a side of chutney can be too good to pass. Known not only for how nutritious and delicious it is but also for how easy it is to prepare when you pay attention to certain details.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 4 votes
    Calories :220
    fermented idli batter is on the table.

    Vegetable Poha Recipe

    Vegetable Poha is a quick breakfast or snack food made of beaten rice or flattened rice from the Indian cuisines. 
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 15 votes
    Calories :113
    A plate of vegetable poha is on the wooden board and a spoon is inserted.

    Poha Dosa Recipe (Soft and Easy)

    If you have tried and failed to get a soft and tender dosa texture, you are in for a treat today with the new Poha Dosa.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 11 votes
    Calories :146
    three dosas on a plate along with chutney

    Quinoa Upma

    Make this Indian quinoa recipe to start your day with a bright and vibrant breakfast that you can prepare in less than 15 minutes.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 9 votes
    Calories :307
    A bowl of quinoa and topped with cashew nuts

    Instant Pot Khichdi

    Learn how to make Masala Khichdi using an Instant Pot with the help of short video and detailed step by step directions. This nutritious one-pot dish is a combination of rice and lentils, vegetables and some powerful spices.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 10 votes
    Calories :243
    A bowl of instant pot khichdi is on the table with spoon inserted.

    Neer Dosa | The Best 3 Ways Of Neer Dosa

    Unlike other South Indian dosa recipes, this neer dosa does not require any lentils and needs only three main ingredients: rice, water, and salt. This is the version I have shared in this recipe and in my video.
    Check out this recipe
    4.91 from 10 votes
    Calories :92
    A plate of neer dosa is on the table

    Jowar Upma

    This recipe for Jowar Upma is a healthy whole grain Upma prepared with mixed vegetables that you should try today!
    Check out this recipe
    4.50 from 2 votes
    Calories :108
    A plate is filled with sorghum upma placed on the table

    Ragi Malt Recipe

    Ragi Malt or ragi porridge is a drink made using Ragi Flour (Finger Millet flour). It's one of the healthy drinks and packed with nutrition and taste.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 8 votes
    Calories :176
    A glass of ragi malt is on the table

    Akki Roti Recipe

    All it is is a crispy rice dosa with a healthy serving of garden fresh vegetables. It is really up to you to make it crispy or soft & chewy, but you definitely get the goodness from carrot, ginger and dill leaves in a breakfast recipe.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 10 votes
    Calories :387
    Cast iron tawa is with akki roti

    Barnyard Millet Dosa And Idli

    Millet idli and dosa is one of the nutritious breakfast! The batter you prepare for this can be used for dosa as well as idli’s...the two most popular south Indian breakfast.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 14 votes
    Calories :298
    Millet idli placed on big plate with, dosa

    Proso Millet Upma - Instant Pot & Stove Top

    Millets Upma is my twist on a classic Indian. Millets cooked to tender perfection in a simple tomato-onion broth and a supporting vegetable makes this dish a simple breakfast option you should try today.
    Check out this recipe
    4.94 from 16 votes
    Calories :158
    A bowl of food on a plate, with Millet and Upma

    Cucumber dosa

    Here’s a dosa you can try as soon as you see fresh crunchy cucumbers at the local grocer. A dosa with cucumber flavor!
    5 from 1 vote
    Calories :234
    A plate of cucumber dosas on the table along with chutney by the side

    Green Gram Dosa

    Green Gram Dosa is a small variation of a popular recipe: Pesarattu dosa. Typically the batter for this dosa is made just from moong dal and other spices, but I have added a little rice to make it more crispy and tasty.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 10 votes
    Calories :147
    A plate of food on a table, with Dosa

    Brown Rice Idli (Instant Pot)

    Learn to make soft brown rice idli batter and idli. This idly is fermented and steamed in Instant Pot(pressure cooker)
    Check out this recipe
    4.86 from 7 votes
    Calories :138
    A close up of a batter, with Brown and Idli

    Main dish

    Lauki Chana Dal Instant Pot

    An Instant pot curry with Lauki and chana dal (Bengal gram lentil) brings complementing flavors along with a few spices to create a mouth-watering dish that is sure to please.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 13 votes
    Calories :187
    A bowl of lauki chana dal is on the table.

    Dal Tadka Instant Pot

    Dal fry or dal tadka is typically made using Toor dal (Yellow lentils), but you can always substitute that with other options like Masoor Dal or Moong dal.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 10 votes
    Calories :95
    A bowl of dal tadka is on the white table.

    Sweet Corn Curry

    The curry is a mixture of tomato and onion and the creaminess comes from coconut milk.
    Check out this recipe
    4.80 from 10 votes
    Calories :102
    A bowl of food, with Curry

    Zucchini Curry Indian

    This is an easy, vegan, one pan Indian style zucchini curry. And it is a coconut milk-based gravy and flavored with Indian spices.
    Check out this recipe
    4.90 from 38 votes
    Calories :248
    A pan of zucchini curry on a table and topped with cilantro

    Palak Corn

    Palak corn is a simple yet delicious and creamy dish that combines the sweetness of the corn kernels with smooth spinach puree.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 10 votes
    Calories :139
    A bowl of spinach corn curry is on the table with a spoon.

    Instant Pot Chickpea Curry

    This Instant Pot coconut chickpea curry is easy to make and is packed with protein and flavor.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 2 votes
    Calories :339
    A bowl of chickpea curry with spinach is on the table.

    Instant Pot Cauliflower Curry

    If you're looking for an easy and delicious vegan curry recipe, then you've gotta try this Instant pot cauliflower curry! It's sure to become a new favorite in your house.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 10 votes
    Calories :222
    A bowl of instant pot cauliflower curry is on the table.

    Cabbage Curry

    This Indian Cabbage Curry is a combination of creamy coconut milk, tender green cabbage, and fresh herbs creating a dish that is both rich and flavorful.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 18 votes
    Calories :181
    A copper bowl is with cabbage curry and chapati on side.

    Methi Matar Malai

    This recipe for rich and creamy Methi Matar Malai will help you prepare the dish better than any restaurant! It's made with fresh fenugreek leaves, green peas, cashews, and Indian spices.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 1 vote
    Calories :134
    methi matar malai curry is served on the copper bowl and placed on the white table

    Phool Makhana Curry

    A simmering, spicy and sumptuous curry prepared with these fox nuts is something you cannot afford to miss in Indian cuisine.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 8 votes
    Calories :156
    a bowl of lotus seed curry is on the table.

    Black Bean Curry

    Here’s a recipe for a perfect black bean curry simmered in coconut milk and spices that will make your dinner  time an enjoyable one! This dish turned out so delicious that my family craved for more in the entire week.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 11 votes
    Calories :163
    A bowl of black bean curry is on the table

    Instant Pot Black Eyed Peas Curry

    Black-eyed peas curry made with tomato onion base and spices. This is also known as lobia masala.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 11 votes
    Calories :95
    A bowl of curry and rice on a table

    How To Make Avial

    Avial is a thick mixture of vegetables and coconut, seasoned with coconut oil and curry leaves.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 8 votes
    Calories :119
    A bowl of aviyal curry is on the table

    Lemon Quinoa Indian Style (Instant Pot)

    With simple ingredients, Lemon Quinoa would be one of the easiest quinoa recipes you'll ever try.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 13 votes
    Calories :228
    A bowl is with lemon quinoa and topped with cilantro.

    Pineapple Fried Quinoa

    Pineapple Fried Quinoa, like the name suggests in a refreshing new way of adding variety to your table.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 4 votes
    Calories :319
    A plate of pineapple fried quinoa is on the table.

    Rice recipes

    Lemon Rice Instant Pot

    This Instant Pot lemon rice recipe can be made in just 30 minutes, making it the perfect meal for busy families.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 10 votes
    Calories :367
    Close up of lemon rice which is on the plate with a spoon.

    Instant Pot Tomato Rice

    Instant pot tomato rice is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or any time you need a quick, nutritious, and tasty meal.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 12 votes
    Calories :183
    Bowl of instant pot tomato rice is on the table.

    Instant Pot Vegetable Rice

    Instant Pot Vegetable rice or Vegetable Pulao is an easy one-pot rice dish mixed with a variety of vegetables and flavored with aromatic spices. I am sharing an easy way to cook this delicacy in less than 30 minutes.
    Check out this recipe
    4.23 from 9 votes
    Calories :292
    A bowl of food on a table, with Rice

    Instant Pot Ven Pongal

    In South India, Pongal is as common breakfast as cereal - although much more filling and nutritious if you count the servings of protein you get in a small plate of Pongal. 
    Check out this recipe
    4.81 from 21 votes
    Calories :260
    A bowl of instant pongal and coconut chutney is on the table.

    Palak Rice - Instant Pot & Stovetop

    Spinach rice is a simple, vegan, and one-pot meal. Perfect for kid's lunch boxes.
    Check out this recipe
    4.92 from 24 votes
    Calories :235
    A bowl of rice along with lemon

    Instant Pot Matar Pulao

    Cilantro Peas Rice(Matar Pulao) is a very simple and flavorful dish. A few flavorful spices in a cilantro, coconut and green chili base make a powerful combination that is bursting with flavor.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 4 votes
    Calories :315
    A bowl of food on a plate, with Pea and Rice

    Jeera Rice Instant Pot

    Jeera rice is one of the oldest recipes for flavored Indian rice. It is nothing but fluffy rice steam cooked with cumin and other spices.
    Check out this recipe
    4.50 from 4 votes
    Calories :226
    A plate of food on a table, with Rice and Cumin

    Green Moong Rice - Instant Pot

    Easy and vegan one-pot green gram rice is perfect for busy weekdays.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 2 votes
    Calories :306
    A bowl of rice on a plate, with curd

    Indian Garlic Rice

    Delicious garlic rice recipe that is near and dear to me when I am faced with a time crunch. I am a huge fan of sauteed garlic and this recipe has plenty of flavors along with sauteed garlic that makes it special.
    5 from 1 vote
    Calories :193
    A bowl of food on a table, with garlic rice

    Appetizers and snacks

    Kala Chana Chaat

    Kala chana chaat is perfect for all occasions, particularly as an evening or a great party snack.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 14 votes
    Calories :182
    A bowl of kala chana chaat is on the white surface with napkin.

    Watermelon Chaat

    This watermelon chaat is an easy no-cook, with no oil, and 100% vegan recipe.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 7 votes
    Calories :68
    A bowl if watermelon chaat is on the table.

    Matar Chaat (Instant Pot)

    With the perfect packaging of heat and protein in one savory combination, Matar Chaat is perfect for all seasons of the year.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 6 votes
    Calories :256
    A bowl of food on a table, with Chaat and Pea

    Masala Peanuts

    This Masala Peanuts recipe is along the lines of masala groundnut from popular brands like "Haldiram" that you can prepare at home to please adults and kids alike.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 8 votes
    Calories :304
    A bowl of masala peanuts are on the table.

    Onion Pakora Air Fryer

    Onion Pakodas are a good snack for a cold wintery day and best tasting when they are served hot.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 12 votes
    Calories :276
    A plate is with air fried onion pakoras.

    Urad Dal Bonda

    Urad dal Bonda is a snack and made with split black gram and few spices.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 2 votes
    Calories :255
    A plate with urad dal bonda on the table

    Masala Vada Recipe

    Masala Vada is a very simple snack recipe, yet tastes heavenly when done right. It can be a standalone snack or a part of a multi-course meal but sure to be a showstopper.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 8 votes
    Calories :166
    A white tray is filled with masala vadas and bowl of sauce

    Sabudana Vada Recipe - Javvarisi Vadai

    Sabudana Vada is a very popular Indian snack made with tapioca pearls (sago), boiled potatoes, and peanuts. With flavorful ingredients, this deep-fried (or pan-fried) dish can be great as a tea time snack or as finger food in your next family event.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 10 votes
    Calories :51
    Sabudana Vada placed on the white paper along with chilies

    Desserts

    Sabudana Kheer

    Sabudana Kheer is one of India’s popular recipe and is usually prepared as a dessert during festivals. Here is my vegan version of that recipe and made in Instant Pot.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 8 votes
    Calories :393
    A cup of  Kheer and Pudding

    Badam Burfi - Instant Pot

    Instant Pot Almond Katli is an easy, creamy and decadent dessert that you can prepare in less than 15 minutes! 
    Check out this recipe
    4.67 from 18 votes
    Calories :173.3
    Almond burfi on a plate

    Moong Dal Ladoo

    Moong laddu is a dessert specially made during Navaratri, Ashtami, and Diwali as a prasad. In India, many desserts are made using ghee, which is not vegan. But my recipe of moong dal ladoo is vegan and gluten-free.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 12 votes
    Calories :304
    Moong laddus are placed in a sliver plate

    Badam ladoo - Almond Balls Recipe

    It is super easy to prepare this delicious, vegan, and gluten-free badam ladoo with almond flour. I prepared this badam ladoo in two different versions. One sweetened with sugar and one with jaggery.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 2 votes
    Calories :254
    bowl of sweets

    Aamras Recipe (Mango Rasayana)

    This mango dessert is popularly known as ‘Aamras’. It is made with Mango pulp or shredded mangoes, coconut milk, and jaggery.
    Check out this recipe
    5 from 11 votes
    Calories :218
    A bowl of aamras is placed on the plate along with pooris.

    Sweet Peanut Balls - Peanut Jaggery Ladoo Recipe

    Sweet Peanut balls is an easy and healthy snack that you can munch on anytime. If you are going to dig into a snack between meals, you might as well make it a healthy choice.  
    Check out this recipe
    4.63 from 8 votes
    Calories :36
    Close up of a plate of peanut balls

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    Conclusion

    That's a good start for a list of delicious Gluten-free Indian recipes! Needless to say, they are all tried and tested recipes by readers like you and in my kitchen. I have several more Indian gluten-free recipes that can easily be on this list.

    If you are a culinary explorer, there are over 100 + gluten-free dishes to try on my website. Check them all out!

    And don't forget to let me know how they turned out in the comments below. Happy cooking!

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