Curate list of Indian main course dishes perfect for a New Year 2026 celebration

Kokila Chokkanathan
🌿 Vegetarian Main Course Dishes

1. Paneer butter Masala

  • Creamy tomato-based gravy with soft cubes of paneer.
  • Rich and festive, pairs beautifully with naan, roti, or jeera rice.
2. Malai Kofta

  • Deep-fried vegetable and paneer balls in a luxurious cream sauce.
  • Perfect for a celebratory menu and loved by all ages.
3. Veg Biryani

  • Aromatic basmati rice cooked with vegetables and fragrant spices.
  • Serve with raita and salad for a wholesome festive main.
4. Navratan Korma

  • Mixed vegetables and fruits in a rich, mildly spiced gravy.
  • “Navratan” means nine gems — a symbol of abundance and prosperity for the New Year.
5. Chana Masala

  • Spicy chickpea curry, hearty and protein-rich.
  • Works well with rice or indian breads like puri or bhature.
🍗 Non-Vegetarian Main Course Dishes

1. butter Chicken

  • Classic North indian dish with tender chicken in a creamy tomato sauce.
  • Festive and universally loved.
2. Rogan Josh

  • Aromatic Kashmiri lamb curry with rich spices.
  • Best paired with steamed rice or roomali roti.
3. fish Curry (Goan or bengali style)

  • Coconut-based Goan fish curry or mustard-flavored bengali fish curry.
  • Festive, light, and perfect with steamed rice.
4. chicken Biryani

  • Layered rice with marinated chicken and aromatic spices.
  • Accompanied by raita and salad, it’s a New Year centerpiece.
5. Prawn Masala

  • Spicy and tangy prawn curry, great for coastal-inspired celebrations.
  • Pairs well with appam, rice, or naan.
🥘 Festive Touches

  • Accompaniments: Serve with naan, paratha, or jeera rice.
  • Sides: Add raita, pickle, or kachumber salad for freshness.
  • Presentation: Garnish with fresh coriander, fried onions, or saffron strands for a celebratory look.
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