# Chetna Makan on 5 ingredient Indian, Bake Off and the best Indian restaurants

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Podcast: [Good Food](https://stenobird.com/podcast/good-food-543685)
Published: 2026-05-19T05:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

This week, food writer and youtuber Chetna Makan joins Samuel Goldsmith to talk about her mission to simplify Indian home cooking. In her new book, 5 Ingredient Indian she has set herself the challenge of creating delicious, authentic India recipes with just 5 ingredients. From comforting dals and stuffed parathas to family curries and cardamom cakes, she explains why making Indian food more accessible has always been at the centre of her cooking. The pair also chat about growing up in India, moving to the UK, the culture shock of scheduling dinner plans, and how Bake Off unexpectedly launched Chetna’s food career. Expect stories about leftovers, entertaining, regional Indian food and most importantly Greggs chicken bakes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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