Indian Food Guide: Bring the Heart of India to Your Kitchen! Master Curries, Biryani, and Sweets with the Right Tools

Indian cuisine is a celebration of bold spices, rich textures, and unforgettable flavors. Whether it’s a fragrant biryani, a flavorful curry, or a sweet treat like gulab jamun, each dish tells a story. The key to capturing these authentic flavors lies in the right tools.

From pressure cookers to spice grinders, these essential tools will help you recreate traditional Indian dishes with ease and authenticity. Let’s dive into the must-have equipment for bringing true Indian flavors to your kitchen.

1. Butter Chicken

Perfectly cooked, tender chicken in a rich, creamy tomato sauce with just the right amount of smoky flavor—that’s the magic of cooking with a tandoor oven. The intense heat seals in the spices, giving the chicken that perfect char while keeping it juicy and full of flavor.

If you want butter chicken that tastes just like it’s from your favorite restaurant, the tandoor oven is the key. It adds that signature smoky depth, while keeping the chicken incredibly tender. Paired with the velvety sauce, it’s a dish that’s both comforting and packed with flavor. Ready to elevate your butter chicken game?

Equipment: Tandoor Oven

• Golden Tandoor GT-5000 12″ Opening Charcoal Tandoor Oven

The Golden Tandoor GT-5000 12″ Opening Charcoal Tandoor Oven delivers authentic tandoori flavors with traditional charcoal heat. Its 12-inch opening ensures easy access for cooking tandoori chicken, naan, and kebabs. Durable and efficient, it provides consistent, high-quality results, ideal for commercial kitchens.

• Omcan CE-IN-3232 32″ Stainless Steel Clay Gas Tandoor Oven

The Omcan CE-IN-3232 32″ Stainless Steel Clay Gas Tandoor Oven combines traditional clay cooking with gas efficiency, delivering authentic tandoori flavors. Its spacious design is perfect for cooking large batches of chicken, naan, and kebabs, while the durable stainless steel construction ensures reliable, high-quality results for commercial kitchens.

2. Biryani

Biryani isn't just food—it’s a full-on flavor experience. The tender meat, the warm spices, the aroma that hits before the first bite… but none of it lands without perfectly cooked rice. That’s where a commercial rice cooker works its magic.

It gives you those light, fluffy, perfectly separate grains every single time—no clumps, no stress. Just the kind of rice that soaks up all that rich flavor and ties the whole dish together.

If you want biryani that makes everyone ask for the recipe, let the rice cooker do its thing. It’s the secret to getting it just right.

Equipment: Rice Cooker

• Omcan CE-CN-0060-E 64 Cups Commercial Electric Rice Cooker 
• The Omcan CE-CN-0060-E Rice Cooker is perfect for large batches of biryani, with a 64-cup capacity that delivers consistently fluffy, separate grains. Reliable and easy to use, it takes the guesswork out of cooking rice, letting you focus on perfecting your biryani.

• Town RM-55N-R 55 Cups Commercial Natural Gas Rice Cooker

  The Town RM-55N-R 55 Cups Commercial Natural Gas Rice Cooker is perfect for large batches of biryani, delivering fluffy, separate grains with gas efficiency. Built for high-volume cooking, it ensures consistent, reliable results, letting you focus on perfecting your dishes.

  

   

3. Samosas

Crispy, golden, and filled with a deliciously spiced potato and pea mix—samosas are the snack everyone craves. The secret to that perfect crunch? The fryer. It turns the outer shell into a crispy masterpiece, while keeping the inside tender and packed with flavor.

For samosas that taste like they’re from your favorite street vendor, the fryer is the game-changer. It locks in all the savory goodness with a golden, irresistible crunch. Pair them with tangy chutney or cool yogurt, and you’ve got a snack that hits all the right notes.

Ready to wow your taste buds? The fryer’s got you covered with the perfect crunch and flavor-packed filling!

Equipment: Fryers

• Imperial IFS-50-OP 50 Lb Floor Open Pot Natural Gas Fryer 

  The Imperial IFS-50-OP 50 Lb Floor Open Pot Natural Gas Fryer is perfect for frying crispy samosas in large batches. Its efficient gas operation ensures quick, consistent frying for that perfect crunch and tender filling every time. Ideal for high-volume kitchens.

• Imperial IFS-40-E 40 Lb Electric Floor Fryer – 1Ph, 240V

  The Imperial IFS-40-E 40 Lb Electric Floor Fryer is perfect for frying crispy samosas in medium to large batches. Its precise electric control ensures quick, even frying, giving your samosas that perfect golden crunch and tender filling every time. Ideal for kitchens seeking reliable, energy-efficient performance.

4. Bhature

Fluffy, airy, and perfectly puffed—bhature are the ultimate comfort food, especially with a side of spicy chole. The secret to that soft, cloud-like texture? The twin arm mixer. It kneads the dough just right, giving it the perfect stretch and elasticity for bhature that puff up beautifully.

If you want bhature that taste like they’re straight from your favorite dhaba, the twin arm mixer is the key. It takes the effort out of kneading while delivering soft, pillowy results every time.

Ready to level up your bhature game? Let the twin arm mixer do the work—and enjoy perfectly puffed, melt-in-your-mouth bhature every time.

Equipment: Twin Arm Mixer

• Italiana I-TWIN55 85 Qt Twin Arm Mixer

  The Italiana I-TWIN55 85 Qt Twin Arm Mixer is perfect for preparing soft, elastic dough for bhature in large batches. Its twin arm motion mimics traditional hand-kneading, ensuring the dough is smooth, airy, and ready to puff perfectly. Ideal for high-volume kitchens looking for consistency, efficiency, and authentic texture every time.

  

   

   

5. Kheer (Rice Pudding)

Creamy, rich, and delicately flavored with cardamom—kheer is the kind of dessert that brings pure comfort in every spoonful. The secret to that perfectly slow-cooked texture? The induction cooker. It offers precise temperature control, allowing the milk to simmer gently without sticking or burning.

For kheer that’s silky, fragrant, and full of that slow-cooked depth, the induction cooker is a game-changer. It takes the stress out of constant stirring and helps you get consistent, delicious results every time.

Ready to bring that homemade magic back to your kitchen? Let the induction cooker do the work, and enjoy every spoonful of creamy, nostalgic goodness.

Equipment: Induction Cooker

• Eurodib CI3500 Countertop Induction Cooker / Range – 240V, 3500W

  The Eurodib CI3500 Countertop Induction Cooker is perfect for making kheer with precision. Its 3500W power and temperature control ensure gentle simmering without burning, making it ideal for kitchens that need reliable, consistent results for effortless desserts.

• Vollrath 59310 Mirage Cadet G1 Countertop Induction Cooker / Range – 120V, 1400W

  The Vollrath 59310 Mirage Cadet G1 Countertop Induction Cooker is perfect for making kheer with ease. Its 1400W power and precise temperature control ensure gentle simmering, preventing burning. Ideal for smaller kitchens, it delivers consistent, creamy results every time, making kheer effortless.

  

6. Dhokla

Soft, fluffy, and perfectly spongy—dhokla is the kind of snack that hits the spot every time. The secret to that light, airy texture? The countertop convection steamer. It ensures even, gentle steaming, giving the batter the perfect rise without drying it out.

If you want dhokla that’s tender, flavorful, and has that melt-in-your-mouth quality, the convection steamer is the key. It takes the guesswork out of steaming, delivering consistent, perfect results every time.

Ready to elevate your dhokla game? Let the convection steamer do the work, and enjoy every bite of this deliciously soft treat.

Equipment: Convection Steamer

• Crown EPXN-5 5 Pan Electric Countertop Convection Steamer – 3Ph, 208V

  The Crown EPXN-5 5 Pan Electric Countertop Convection Steamer is perfect for steaming soft, fluffy dhokla in large batches. With its precise, even heat distribution, it ensures the batter rises perfectly without drying out. Ideal for high-demand kitchens, it delivers consistent, melt-in-your-mouth results every time, making dhokla effortless to prepare.

• Vulcan C24EA3-PLUS 3 Pan Electric Countertop Convection Steamer – 3Ph, 208V

  The Vulcan C24EA3-PLUS 3 Pan Electric Countertop Convection Steamer is perfect for steaming light, fluffy dhokla in smaller batches. Its even heat distribution ensures the batter rises beautifully without drying out. Ideal for kitchens with moderate demand, it delivers consistent, melt-in-your-mouth results every time, making dhokla preparation effortless.

7. Lamb Rogan Josh

Tender, juicy, and packed with rich spices—Lamb Rogan Josh is the kind of dish that’s impossible to resist. The secret to that melt-in-your-mouth goodness? The stock pot range. It lets the lamb simmer low and slow, soaking up all the aromatic flavors while staying perfectly moist.

For Rogan Josh that’s bursting with flavor and tenderness, the stock pot range is a game-changer. It takes all the guesswork out of cooking, ensuring every bite is full of that perfect, melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Ready to wow your taste buds? Let the stock pot range do its thing, and savor every bite of this deliciously spiced dish.

Equipment: Stock Pot Range

• EFI RCTSP-18-1N Natural Gas Single Burner Stock Pot Range

  The EFI RCTSP-18-1N Natural Gas Single Burner Stock Pot Range is ideal for simmering Lamb Rogan Josh. Its powerful burner ensures even heat, allowing the lamb to cook slowly and absorb all the spices for tender, flavorful results every time. Perfect for high-performance kitchens.

   

   

• Atosa ATSP-18-1-LP 18″ Propane Gas Single Burner Stock Pot Range

  The Atosa ATSP-18-1-LP Propane Gas Single Burner Stock Pot Range is perfect for slow-cooking Lamb Rogan Josh. Its powerful burner ensures even heat, making the lamb tender and flavorful with every use. Ideal for high-performance kitchens, it simplifies cooking rich, slow-cooked dishes.

  

8. Pani Puri

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor—pani puri is the kind of snack that hits all the right spots. The secret to those perfect puris? The countertop electric fryer. It gives each puri that ideal crunch on the outside while keeping it light and airy inside.

If you want pani puri that’s crispy, fresh, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, the electric fryer is a game-changer. No more worrying about uneven frying—it gives you consistent, perfect puris every time.

Craving that irresistible crunch? Let the fryer work its magic, and enjoy every bite of this street-food classic, now made even better!

Equipment: Countertop Electric Fryer

• Star Max 514LL 10 Lb Single Pot Countertop Electric Fryer

  The Star Max 514LL is your go-to fryer for perfectly crispy pani puri. Compact yet powerful, it delivers even heat for that golden crunch every time. Whether you're serving snacks at speed or chasing that street-style flavor, this fryer keeps things quick, consistent, and delicious.

   

   

• Rosko RO-FCE-16-1 30 Lb Single Pot Countertop Electric Fryer – 3Ph, 208V

  The Rosko RO-FCE-16-1 is built for frying large batches of crispy pani puri with ease. With powerful, even heating, it delivers that perfect golden crunch every time. Ideal for busy kitchens, this fryer keeps the flavors bold and the puri consistently light and crisp—just like your favorite street-side vendor.