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5514 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
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Vegetarian Appetizers
Papadum
Crispy, spicy lentil wafers.
$2.49
Vegetable Samosa (2 Pieces)
Crisp pastry shell stuffed with mild, spiced potatoes and green peas.
$5.99
Batata Vada
Lightly spiced peas and potatoes.
$5.99
Mixed Pakora
Assortment of fresh vegetables dipped, battered and fried.
$5.99
Samosa Chaat
Samosa with chick peas, onions, yogurt, and tamarind sauce.
$6.99
Aloo Pakora
Thin-sliced potatoes battered and fried.
$5.99
Cheese Pakora
Homemade curd cheese battered in gram flour and fried.
$5.99
Aloo Chaat
Potatoes marinated with mint sauce, chick peas and fresh tomatoes.
$6.49
Vegetable Platter
Combination of vegetable samosa, batata Vada, pakora and papadum.
$6.99
Mirchi Pakora
Hot peppers battered and fried.
$5.99
Papdi Chaat
Crispy fried wafers marinated with yogurt mint and tamarind sauce.
$6.49
Non-Vegetarian Appetizers
Keema Samosa (2 Pieces)
Crisp pastry shell stuffed with ground lamb and aromatic spices.
$6.99
Chicken Pakora
Boneless chicken spiced, dipped in batter and fried.
$6.99
Chicken Chaat
Chicken marinated in spicy mint sauce.
$6.99
Fish Pakora
Boneless fish pieces dipped in batter and fried.
$6.99
Non-Vegetarian Platter
Combination of keema samosa, chicken pakora, fish pakora and papadum.
$7.99
Soups
Mulligatawny Soup
Lightly spiced lentil soup.
$5.99
Tomato Soup
Homestyle Tomato Soup
$5.99
Chicken Soup
With Indian spices.
$6.49
Tandoori Shan, with Rice
Tandoori Chicken
Chicken marinated in yogurt, ginger herbs and then roasted.
$19.99
Chicken Tikka
Boneless, marinated tender juicy chicken from the clay oven.
$16.99
Chicken Ginger Kebab
Marinated cubes of chicken dipped in ginger and cooked with aromatic herbs.
$16.99
Boti Kebab
Cubes of boneless lamb marinated in yogurt, ginger and cilantro.
$18.99
Seekh Kabab
Minced lamb meat blended with spices and herbs and molded onto skewers.
$18.99
Shrimp Tandoori
Jumbo marinated juicy shrimp prepared with special spices and cooked in a clay oven.
$18.99
Tandoori Mixed Grill
An assortment of the above items.
$18.99
Paneer Tikka
Cheese marinated in yogurt, spices, roasted with vegetables.
$16.99
Half Tanddori Chicken
Half chicken marinated in yogurt and traditional spices, then cooked in a tandoor oven. Served with rice.
$12.99
Malai Chicken Kabab
Juicy chicken pieces marinated in creamy malai sauce, grilled to perfection, served on a bed of sliced onions and bell peppers.
$17.99
Seafood Delicacies, with Rice
Fish Curry
Boneless fish cubes cooked in light spicy golden homemade sauce.
$15.99
Fish Masala
Boneless fish cubes cooked in cream sauce.
$16.99
Shrimp Vindaloo
Prawns in spicy hot gravy with potatoes.
$16.99
Saag Shrimp
Shrimp and garden chopped spinach cooked with butter and special spices.
$16.99
Shrimp Curry
Shrimp cooked in curry sauce.
$16.99
Tandoori Shrimp Masala
Tandoori shrimp sautéed with ginger and cooked with our special sauce.
$17.99
Karahi Shrimp
Shrimp cooked with bell peppers, onions and tomatoes.
$16.99
Lobster Masala
Lobster meat cooked with exotic spices.
$18.99
Chicken Delicacies, with Rice
Chicken Curry
Selected pieces of chicken cooked in a light spicy golden homemade sauce.
$14.99
Chicken Shahi Korma
Chicken simmered with delicious kashmiri herbs, cooked in cream.
$15.99
Chicken Saag
Boneless chicken cooked with fresh chopped spinach, herbs and ginger.
$14.99
Chicken Vindaloo
Chicken cooked south Indian style with hot spices and potatoes.
$14.99
Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken tikka cooked in creamy sauce.
$15.99
Chicken Makhani
Boneless tandoori chicken tossed in butter and cooked in creamy red sauce.
$15.99
Karahi Chicken
Chicken cooked with green peppers, onions and tomatoes.
$15.99
Methi Malai Chicken
Chicken cooked with fresh fenugreek leaves in classic creamy cashew sauce.
$15.99
Lamb Delicacies, with Rice
Lamb Curry
Selected pieces of lamb cooked with special herbs and spices in punjabi style.
$15.99
Lamb Shahi-Korma
Diced lamb simmered with kashmiri herbs, cooked in creamy red sauce.
$16.99
Lamb Vindaloo
Cubes of lamb cooked south Indian style with hot spices and potatoes.
$15.99
Keema Matar
Fine minced lamb and fresh garden peas cooked punjabi style with medium spices.
$15.99
Mughlai Kofta
Ground lamb meatballs cooked in creamy sauce.
$16.99
Lamb Saag
Lamb cooked with chopped spinach, herbs and ginger.
$16.99
Lamb Tikka Masala
Tandoori lamb cooked in creamy red sauce.
$16.99
Karahi Lamb
Lamb cubes cooked with green peppers, onions and tomatoes.
$16.99
Mughlai Kofta Saag
Ground lamb meatballs cooked with spinach.
$16.99
Goat Curry
Spicy and savory goat curry, a flavorful dish made with tender goat meat and aromatic spices.
$16.99
Veggie-Garden, with Rice
Aloo Matar
Vegan. Green peas cooked with potatoes in curry sauce.
$13.99
Aloo Palak
Vegan. Spinach and potatoes cooked with herbs and spices.
$13.99
Saag Paneer
A classic Indian vegetable dish with homemade cheese, spinach and mild spices.
$13.99
Matar Paneer
Fresh peas cooked with homemade curd cheese.
$13.99
Aloo Gobi
Vegan. Fresh cauliflower and cubes of potatoes sautéed with fresh herbs and spices.
$13.99
Channa Masala
Vegan. Chickpeas, fresh tomatoes cooked with tangy dry sauce punjabi style.
$13.99
Baingan Bharta
Roasted eggplant cooked tenderly with tomatoes in a special medium sauce.
$13.99
Saag Kofta
Deep fried vegetables and cheese balls cooked with spinach.
$13.99
Tadka Daal
Vegan. Seasoned lentils.
$12.99
Daal Makhani
Lentils cooked with butter and cream with special sauce.
$13.99
Bhindi Masala
Vegan. Moderately spiced okra with onions.
$13.99
Navratan Korma
Vegetables with homemade cheese in a mild cream sauce.
$14.99
Malai Kofta
Deep fried vegetables and cheese balls cooked in cream sauce.
$14.99
Shahi Paneer
Slices of homemade cheese cooked with cream sauce.
$14.99
Keema Gobi
Vegan. Minced cauliflower, peas and cubes of potatoes cooked with raisins and nuts, garnished with cilantro.
$14.99
Karahi Paneer
Slices of homemade cheese cooked with green peppers, onions, and tomatoes.
$14.99
Mushroom Matar
Vegan. Fresh peas cooked with mushrooms.
$14.99
Methi Malai Matar
Peas cooked with fresh fenugreek leaves in classic creamy cashew sauce.
$14.99
Rice Specialties, with Raita
Zeera Pulao Rice
Cumin seasoned basmati rice.
$4.99
Vegetable Biryani
Fresh vegetables delicately sautéed with basmati rice, nuts and raisins.
$12.99
Chicken Biryani
Tender pieces of chicken cooked with herbs, basmati rice, nuts and raisins.
$13.99
Lamb Biryani
Tender pieces of lamb cooked with herbs, basmati rice, nuts and raisins.
$15.99
Shrimp Biryani
Shrimp cooked with exotic herbs and simmered with basmati rice, nuts and raisins.
$16.99
Goat Biryani
Fragrant basmati rice cooked with tender goat pieces, aromatic spices, and herbs, garnished with fresh cilantro, served with a side of raita.
$16.99
Classic Indian Breads
Tandoori Roti
Indian whole wheat bread baked in tandoor.
$3.49
Puri
Soft, puffy and fluffy deep fried bread.
$2.99
Bhatura
Deep fried, fine flour bread.
$3.99
Naan
Indian fine flour bread, soft and puffy baked in tandoor.
$3.49
Paratha
Extra light layered unleavened bread.
$3.99
Aloo Paratha
Whole wheat unleavened bread filled with light spiced potatoes.
$4.99
Gobi Paratha
Unleavened bread filled with fresh cauliflower and spices.
$4.99
Keema Paratha
Unleavened bread filled with minced lamb and spices.
$4.99
Paneer Paratha
Naan stuffed with homemade cheese.
$4.99
Murg Naan
Naan stuffed with spiced bits of chicken.
$4.99
Kabuli Naan
Special naan stuffed with herbs, nuts and raisins.
$4.99
Garlic Naan
Naan with fresh minced garlic.
$4.99
Onion Kulcha
Fine flour bread stuffed with spicy onion.
$4.99
Mirchi Naan
Naan with minced hot green peppers.
$4.49
Side Orders
Mango Chutney
Fresh mangoes simmered with sugar, vinegar, and a blend of spices to create a sweet and tangy relish.
$1.49
Mixed Pickle
A tangy and spicy assortment of preserved vegetables including mango, carrot, and lemon, seasoned with traditional Indian spices.
$1.49
Onion Salad
Sliced onions and green peppers.
$3.99
Plain Homemade Yogurt
Homemade plain yogurt, crafted with whole milk, offering a smooth and creamy texture that complements any dish.
$3.99
Raita
Whipped yogurt with cucumbers and cilantro.
$4.99
Curry Sauce
A rich blend of spices, herbs, and typically includes onions, garlic, and tomatoes, simmered together to create a versatile sauce.
$5.99
Masala Sauce
A blend of spices, tomatoes, onions, and cream, simmered together to create a rich and aromatic masala sauce.
$6.99
Desserts
Gulab Jamun
Cottage cheese balls deep fried and dipped in honey syrup and rose water.
$4.99
Kheer / Rice Pudding
Made with special basmati rice and cooked in milk and sugar; served cold with nuts and pistachios.
$4.99
Kulfi
Nuts and pistachio ice cream.
$4.99
Mango Ice Cream
Alphonso mango mixed with delicious homemade ice cream.
$5.99
Special Dinners
Maharaja Dinner (Non-Vegetarian For 2)
Soup, tandoori chicken, seekh kebab, boti kebab, chicken tikka, choice of 2 chicken or lamb dishes, rice, naan and tea or coffee.
$45.99
Maharani Dinner (Vegetarian For 2)
Mulligatawny soup, vegetable samosa, vegetable pakora, papadum, choice of 2 vegetable dishes, rice, naan and tea or coffee.
$38.99
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Soft Drink
Selection of sodas including cola, diet cola, and lemon-lime.
$2.49
Milk
Fresh, cold, and creamy whole milk, perfectly refreshing and nutritious.
$2.49
Hot Tea Or Coffee
Hot tea or coffee. Choose between a warm, comforting cup of tea or a robust, aromatic coffee.
$2.99
Iced Tea
Chilled, Refreshing Brewed Tea, Perfectly Balanced for a Hot Day
$2.99
Mango Juice
Rich, smooth mango juice with a vibrant, natural sweetness.
$3.99
Mango Shake
Refreshing mango milkshake, perfectly blended for a creamy, tropical delight.
$5.49
Lassi (Sweet Or Salted)
Lassi - Traditional Indian yogurt-based drink, available in sweet or salted flavors.
$5.49
Masala Tea
Aromatic blend of black tea, spices, and herbs, offering a rich and spiced flavor.
$3.99
Mango Lassi
A creamy blend of ripe mangoes and yogurt, subtly sweetened and spiced for a refreshing drink.
$5.99
Cold Coffee Float
Chilled coffee blended with ice and topped with a generous scoop of ice cream, creating a refreshing and creamy beverage.
$5.99
Strawberry Shake
Fresh and creamy blend of ripe strawberries, served chilled with a delightful milk base.
$5.99
Strawberry Lassi
Creamy strawberry yogurt drink
$5.99
Oreo Shake
A refreshing blend of creamy ice cream and crushed Oreo cookies.
$5.99
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