11 Instagram-Worthy Indian Food Trends to Try

Food on social platforms lives by color, texture, and an easy story you can recreate at home. That’s why Indian cooks and cafés are remixing classic flavors into visually striking dishes that look great on a phone screen and taste even better. I updated the original idea to eleven trends so this list matches editorial rules and still gives you a tight, practical guide to photogenic Indian eats. Each entry explains what makes the dish eye-catching, how to pull it together in a North American kitchen, and simple photography tips so your reels and posts stand out.

1. Korean-Indian Maggi Mashups

Maggi—India’s comfort noodle—keeps getting bold makeovers. One popular route borrows Korean chile paste, using gochujang or a gochujang-chili oil blend for glossy red strands that look dramatic on camera. Topped with sesame seeds, spring onions, a fried egg, and melted processed cheese, the dish delivers both color and texture. For North American cooks, swap instant masala packets for plain instant noodles and season with a mix of gochujang, soy, garlic, and a pinch of sugar. Add shredded cheddar or processed cheese for the signature stretch that reels love.