India’s relationship with food has always been emotional, experimental, and, at times, delightfully unpredictable. Google’s Year in Search 2025 proves exactly that. From traditional festival treats to trendy cocktails and even a British classic, Indians spent the year looking up recipes that span cultures, moods, and seasons. The top searches reveal a country craving comfort, nostalgia, fun, and a whole lot of flavour—sometimes all at once.
Top 10 Most-Googled Food Recipes in India in 2025
Idli The classic Idli took the crown this year, reminding everyone why it remains India’s favourite breakfast. Soft, steamed and gut-friendly, this South Indian dish became a go-to search for home cooks wanting consistent results, whether using a traditional stone-ground batter or instant mixes. Its versatility with chutneys and sambar only added to its popularity.
Pornstar Martini A surprising second place, Pornstar Martini clearly made its way from upscale bars to Indian home parties. The vodka-and-passionfruit cocktail, usually served with a splash of bubbly, captivated curious mixology enthusiasts eager to recreate its sweet-tart, tropical vibe
Festival season once again turned Google into a virtual cooking school, as Indians looked up the intricacies of mastering the delicate rice-flour shell and coconut-jaggery filling of this Ganesh Chaturthi must-have. The traditional steamed version (Ukadiche Modak) saw the most traction.
Thekua This rustic snack from Bihar and Jharkhand found nationwide love. Crispy, jaggery-rich and deeply connected to Chhath Puja, Thekua’s popularity surged as people searched for authentic recipes and for ways to recreate the flavours of home
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