

A simple, satisfying snack made by combining boiled, deboned fish with mashed potatoes and a handful of spices, then coating each roll in beaten egg and breadcrumbs before frying.

These Bengali lamb cutlets bring together minced lamb, soaked bread, green chillies, mint and garam masala into small, firm patties that fry up golden and crisp in ghee.

Crisp phyllo apple strudel with toasted breadcrumbs, cinnamon, nuts, and raisins, baked as two golden pastries for easy slicing and serving.

A baked macaroni and cheese made with a simple white sauce, grated cheese and a breadcrumb topping that turns golden in the oven.

A baked dish that layers sautéed mushrooms and blanched capsicum under a paneer and egg mixture seasoned with mustard, salt and black pepper.

Fried croquettes often feel like a weekend project, but this spinach version is genuinely manageable on a weeknight once you know the method.

Cauliflower simmered with fresh garlic until tender then combined with feta cheese, egg, breadcrumbs and a touch of crushed red pepper and pan-fried until crispy.

A healthier twist on classic funeral potatoes, made with fresh potatoes, olive oil, onion, garlic, milk, and sharp cheddar cheese then baked topped with breadcrumbs.

Thin pork loin chops are coated in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs, then pan-fried until perfectly crisp on the outside while staying juicy inside.

Baking brinjals in a thick, herb-laced tomato and capsicum sauce is one of those methods that does a lot of the work for you.

This is a make-ahead vegetarian main course that holds up beautifully when baked in advance and reheated.

This vegetarian burger holds together beautifully without falling apart mid-bite, thanks to the starchy sweet potato base and double coating of egg and breadcrumbs.

Tilapia filets coated with seasoned breadcrumbs and baked with seasoned fingerling potatoes then served with a creamy horseradish sauce and lemon wedges.

The panch phoron spice blend adds a sharp, smoky warmth to the batter that most store-bought fish fingers never come close to.

Small brinjals split into quarters and stuffed with a roasted coconut and spice paste, then simmered till tender.

Chicken Farcha is a beloved Parsi fried chicken recipe that marinates tender chicken pieces in a bold spice paste before coating them in breadcrumbs and egg.

This baked spaghetti dish combines tender pasta with a creamy spinach sauce and plenty of melted cheese.

These parmesan-crusted halibut fillets are sophisticated but easy, elegant but accessible (and my kids love them!).