How Indian Cuisine Is Exploding In Australia

Indian cuisine is known for its distinct flavour, aroma and blends of spice. Not only Indians, but Australians too are fond of the rich taste and unique essence of Indian cuisine. You can visit an authentic Indian restaurant in Melbourne CBD to taste some tasty and wholesome Indian delicacies. Here are some of the most popular Indian dishes which are loved and relished by Australians. 

Most favourite Indian starters-

Chicken Tikka- With its smoky aroma and rich taste, chicken tikka pampers the taste buds of foodies in Australia. This dish is made with fresh and delicate boneless chicken which is marinated in yoghurt and flavourful Indian spices. After marinating, it is slow-cooked in a clay oven called ‘tandoor’. This cooking style induces a unique smoky flavour in the chicken. Finally, this dish is served with spicy mint chutney and some sliced onions to enhance its taste even more.  

Samosas-  After being one of the favourite Indian snacks, Samosas have also won many hearts overseas. This deep-fried snack is made by stuffing spiced boiled potatoes in a thin wrap made from flour. Besides potatoes, this dish can be filled with a variety of stuffing like mixed vegetables, cheese, paneer or meat. It tastes best when paired with sweet and sour tamarind chutney. Paneer Tikka- Like chicken tikka, this dish is also loved by many foodies other than Indians. The slow-cooked cottage cheese marinated in versatile aromatic spices turns into an irresistible starter. This dish tastes fantastic when paired with spicy chutney. So, the next time you visit an Indian restaurant in Melbourne CBD, do not miss out on tasting this savoury delicacy.

Most popular Indian main course dishes-

Butter chicken- 

Butter chicken is a delicious and creamy curry made from chicken, tomato, onion, cashew and some rich spices. This main course dish is mildly spiced and is one of the most loved chicken dishes in India and abroad. So, if you are a foodie who wants to taste some authentic Indian curries, then butter chicken should be the first on your list. 

Vegetable Korma-

This is a delicious alternative for veggie lovers who wish to taste authentic Indian curries. This curry is made with lots of mixed veggies and cooked with a rich gravy made from onions, tomato, garlic, and cashews and seasoned with some aromatic spices like cardamom, bay leaf and pepper. So, if you are a curry lover, you must taste this dish along with some butter-naan. 

Dal Makhani-

Dal Makhani is one more authentic Indian dish which is loved in India as well as in other countries. Along with being tasty, this dish is also a healthy one. It is made from whole black lentils, kidney beans, garlic, onion, and ginger, seasoned with spices and topped with generous amounts of ‘ghee’. The blend of taste and health makes this dish a perfect accompaniment with some steaming hot rice. 

Palak Paneer-

This dish is packed with delicious flavours and nutrition. It has a gravy made from fresh spinach, garlic and onion. Some fresh paneer is sautéed and mixed with this gravy. You can relish this gravy with some butter naan, pickle and fresh-cut salad or raita.

Malai Kofta-

This is yet another rich and creamy curry which is popular not just in India, but also in other countries. This curry features tasty potato fritters mixed with a creamy and rich gravy made from onions and cashews. This curry can be savoured along with butter naan, kulcha or roti. 

Uttapam-

Apart from north Indian cuisine, there are many south Indian restaurants in Melbourne CBD which offer scrumptious south Indian food to pamper the taste buds of foodies in Australia. Uttapam is one popular south Indian dish that can be a perfect main course as well as a breakfast option. Also, along with being tasty, it is packed with nutrition. It is a thick pancake made from soaked rice and lentils. This pancake is served with tasty coconut chutney and a flavourful ‘sambar’. 

Masala Dosa-

Dosa is a thin and crispy pancake made from soaked rice and lentils. Like Uttapam, this pancake is also served with chutney and sambar. In a masala dosa, the pancake is served with a stuffing made from potato and onions. This tasty and crispy ‘Masala Dosa’ is also one of the favourites among Indians and foodies from other countries. 

So, if you are looking for an authentic South Indian restaurant in Melbourne CBD to taste crispy and yummy Masala dosa, then Dosa Hut is here to serve you delectable south Indian specialities which are delicious and also healthy. 

Visit us now to taste some scrumptious south Indian delicacies.

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