The world’s most-loved Indian culinary export gets a mod makeover. The result? An easy, fresh butter chicken recipe with (almost) no washing up.

“Invest in a good-quality curry paste” – Shannon Bennett. Coconut fish noodle soup

The flavours in this dish are heightened if prepared the night before.

Comforting, warming, and even medicinal, curries are what winter meals are made of. Yes, sparkling wine works well with spicy foods, too, but it’s important not to push the chilli too far or you’ll risk wiping out the drink altogether. This snapper with native spiced broth is begging for a glass of fine Chandon Blanc de Blancs, which features Fuji apple, nectarine and ripe Meyer lemon notes to bounce off the native pepperberry and lemon myrtle-laced curry.

“While Indian-inspired, this curried tray bake uses potatoes that originate from Peru and cauliflower that was first cultivated in Cyprus, making this an early fusion dish.” – Matt Preston

We served this vegetarian curry with rice and hoppers – bowl-shaped Sri Lankan crepes made with rice flour and coconut milk. Buy them from good Sri Lankan takeaway restaurants, or use parathas (Indian flatbreads) or extra basmati rice, says O Tama. Recipe by O Tama Carey, from Lankan Filling Station.

It couldn’t be easier, two steps and you’re done.

This salad boasts exotic flavours and spices that’ll have everyone asking for the recipe. Indian spiced-cauliflower with carrot and coconut salad

This curry is a specialty of northern Thailand, says Grasby. The sour tamarind, rich Indian-style curry paste and hit of ginger at the end give the dish its distinct character.

This recipe makes the perfect addition to any Sri Lankan feast. Recipe by O Tama Carey, from Lankan Filling Station.

Matt Moran brings a lighter, fresher spin on classic Indian flavours.

These Indian-spiced pizzas are perfect for a night on the couch.

Take your summer barbecue on a trip to India with these spiced skewers.

There’s so many flavours combinations in this bite-sized sensation, you’ll be reaching for a second before the first is finished!

Usually reserved for special occasions, this dish is traditionally served with boiled eggs, so it works well with the turmeric boiled egg curry (also available onilne), says O Tama. Recipe by O Tama Carey, from Lankan Filling Station.