Weekend dinners often call for special and flavorful dishes in Indian cuisine. Here are seven popular Indian dishes that are perfect for a weekend dinner:
 

Coastal regions of India offer delicious fish curries prepared with various spices and coconut milk. It's typically served with steamed rice or appam (rice pancakes).
 

Biryani is a fragrant and flavorful rice dish made with aromatic spices, basmati rice, chicken, lamb, or vegetables. It's often garnished with fried onions and served with raita.
 

Tandoori chicken is marinated in a mixture of yoghurt and spices and then roasted in a tandoor. It's known for its smoky flavour and is often served with naan and mint chutney.
 

Mutton curry is a flavorful and aromatic dish made with tender pieces of goat or lamb cooked in a rich onion and tomato gravy. It pairs well with rice or Indian bread.
 

Butter chicken, aka Murgh Makhani, is a creamy and rich tomato-based curry with tender chicken pieces. It's usually served with naan or rice and is a favourite among many.
 

A popular Kashmiri dish, Rogan Josh is a fragrant and spicy curry made with tender pieces of meat, usually lamb or goat. It's best enjoyed with naan or steamed rice.