For millions of followers, Ministry of Curry is a trusted food blog and culinary destination where authentic Indian recipes meet modern kitchen convenience. Whether you're new to Indian cuisine or a seasoned cook, Ministry of Curry offers tried-and-tested recipes, step-by-step instructions, and expert tips to help you bring the bold flavors of India into your kitchen with confidence.
Founded by Archana Mundhe, Ministry of Curry is your go-to resource that blends traditional Indian recipes with modern cooking techniques to help you easily cook delicious, approachable, and time-tested Indian and global recipes.
Get to Know Our Founder: Read Archana's Story
Our Mission
To demystify Indian cooking and inspire home cooks to create authentic, flavor-packed meals with confidence. We believe Indian food doesn't have to be complicated. By sharing tried-and-tested recipes, detailed instructions, and expert tips, we strive to make this rich and vibrant cuisine accessible to kitchens everywhere.
What You'll Find on Ministry of Curry
- Authentic Indian Recipes: From curries, dals, and biryanis to snacks, street food, and desserts.
- Modern Cooking Methods: Instant Pot, Air Fryer, and Stovetop Recipes for Busy Lifestyles.
- Fusion Foods: Creative twists on traditional dishes to suit global palates while staying true to Indian flavors.
- Easy Weeknight Meals: Quick and Easy, family-friendly recipes.
- Festive Foods: Traditional recipes for Indian festivals like Diwali, Holi, and Ganesh Chaturthi, along with Indian-inspired dishes perfect for Christmas and Thanksgiving.
- Vegetarian, Vegan & Gluten-Free Options - A wide selection of delicious, inclusive vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free recipes to meet your dietary needs.
Why Millions Trust and Follow Ministry of Curry
- Trusted Recipes That Work - Every recipe is tried and tested multiple times in Archana's kitchen to ensure it's foolproof.
- Modern + Traditional - While we modernize techniques and make them easily accessible for today's cooks, our flavors remain authentic, drawing from time-honored Indian traditions.
- Simple Ingredients, Authentic Taste - No long lists or hard-to-find ingredients here! Most of the recipes come together with the ingredients you already stock in your Indian kitchen.
- Global Recognition - Ministry of Curry has been featured in top publications and media, including The Kitchn, CNN, NPR, and Buzzfeed.
- A Real Family Kitchen - Every dish is family-approved-loved by Archana's husband and two sons, and now by home cooks around the world.
- Engaged Global Community - With millions of readers and home cooks, our recipes are shared, reviewed, and recreated in kitchens all over the world.
Meet Team Ministry of Curry
Archana
I'm Archana, the founder of Ministry of Curry. I grew up in a Maharashtrian home near Mumbai, and today I'm cooking (and constantly taste-testing!) in Northern New Jersey with my husband and two sons. My mission is simple: make Indian cooking feel modern, doable, and joyful for every home cook.
On MOC, I share precise, approachable recipes - Instant Pot and stovetop, plus the spice tips and shortcuts I actually use in my kitchen. I also wrote The Essential Indian Instant Pot Cookbook, born from the same belief that great food should be comforting, flavorful, and totally achievable on a busy day.
Shital
Shital is our trailblazing Brand & Content Director and a non-stop idea engine. She pairs sharp creative direction with a sixth sense for what's next in food and culture. She keeps the brand ahead of the curve by forecasting trends and spotting global flavors and techniques before they go mainstream. Shital turns those insights into vibrant storytelling and visuals that help MOC deliver unique recipes to your kitchen.
Whether she's shaping our visual narrative, brainstorming bold recipe concepts, or guiding the team through the latest culinary trends, Shital's curiosity and eye for detail make every project pop. With clear vision, impeccable taste, and an editor's eye - and a knack for connecting ideas - she turns everyday meals into exciting culinary adventures.
Karyn
Karyn is our Video Editor & Social Media Manager and the behind-the-scenes storyteller at Ministry of Curry. She turns Archana's test-kitchen moments into videos you can't wait to cook from. Her edits, color-corrects, captions, and music keep our Social Media calendars on track.
A true Indian-food superfan, Karyn loves Puran Poli, Uttapam, and even a bold Masala Karela Fry. Around the studio, she's earned "honorary Indian" status. She pairs that love of flavor with crisp, upbeat edits that make every reel feel approachable, fun, and totally cookable.
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