Put a bit of spice into your next dinner party with this collection of Indian starter recipes inspired by the flavours and methods of Indian cooking. Many of these delicious starters would be the perfect start to a dinner party, or would work equally well as sides and sharing plates for a 'takeaway' at home.

Bhajis remain ever popular in restaurants and takeaways, but they are also incredibly simple to make at home; Alfred Prasad’s easy onion bhaji recipe is an aromatic classic, while Marcello Tulley’s salumi ‘nduja bhaji recipe puts an innovative spin on the popular fritter and can be made in just half an hour.

For an Indian take on a traditional seafood starter, Alyn Williams’ Tandoori scallops are full of flavour, while juicy king prawns are the stars of Prasad’s stunning kalonji jhinga recipe.