Chef Arun Kapil's 13 tips for mastering the barbecue

If you're one of the many people who feels too intimidated to pick up the tongs and get grilling, look no further.

Arun's sizzling chilli crisp noodles: Today

Seriously Sound East Indian 'tangra' skewers by Arun Kapil brought to you by Seriously Sound Food Co.

Arun Kapil's aloo tikki chole chaat: Today

This is a brilliant and quirky dish to have as a snack at drinks parties and get-togethers or to repeat a few times and sate the most hearty of hungers. A typical dish from the street food wallahs of Delhi, North India, I most recently bought (a couple!) whilst wandering around the Manek Chowk district one night in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, to the north west of India. It's a bowl of potato cakes, spicy gravy and crunchy bits. 'Aloo tikki' potato cakes in a spicy, tomatoey 'chole' chickpea gravy with a whole array of 'chaat' sprinkles to freshen, brighten and garnish …

Arun Kapil's filo 'keema' pie: Today

Minced lamb, peas, potatoes & spice with Gujarati style greens

Arun's 'no fuss' upside-down pineapple cake

A really simple recipe guaranteed to win the hearts of all dessert lovers. I add a little spice for interest, serve with ice-cream and pouring cream for indulgence and green herbs for a zingy freshness. Yum!

Arun Kapil's slow roast beef shin "Madras"

Arun's creamy Bombay potato soup with herbs: Today

This is a lovely and very simple way to make an intriguing potato soup; the addition of the mild, fragrant spices really adds that extra special 'comfort' factor. A simple, must try quick supper, I like to serve it with garlic naan – enjoy!

Arun Kapil's creamy roast chicken curry: Today

South Indian spicing, lemon pilau rice & mango riata. Everyone loves a roast chicken, well certainly most and this is a really simple but totally tasty way to tickle your roast bird. This dish packs a real flavour punch, is naturally delicious and brilliant for all occasions.

Arun Kapil's mango kulfi & 'Garam Palmier' wafers

Dad bought me my first kulfi 'cone' from a street-vendor in Connaught Circus, Delhi, back in the late '70's. Bang; hooked. The Palmier wafers are a spiced-up version of a classic, enjoy!

Arun's Nihari lamb shoulder & baked potato: Today

A wonderfully simple meal perfect for a family spread, celebration or Sunday treat with minimal cooking and all the deliciously vibrant flavour.