Maharaja Indian Cuisine
FOR OVER 25 YEARS CHEF RASHPAL SANDHU HAS PREPARED THE FINEST INDIAN CUISINE IN ALBUQUERQUE. FOUND HIMSELF IN A BUSTLING KITCHEN IN THE CITY, A WORLD AWAY FROM HIS HUMBLE BEGINNINGS FROM PUNJAB. ARMED WITH RECIPES AND A RELENTLESS PASSION FOR PERFECTION, HE SET OUT TO CONQUER AMERICAN PALATES WITH THE RICHNESS OF INDIAN CUISINE. HE IS DELIGHTED TO BE SERVING YOU HERE.
Menu
Appetizers
Samosa
Popular deep fried Indian snack that consists of a crispy, triangular pastry filled with a savory mixture of potatoes, and peas served with tamarind chutney, mint chutney. These sweet, tangy, and spicy sauces complement the savory flavors of the samosa
Vegetable Pakore
Assorted vegetables in a spiced chickpea flour batter. They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a flavorful blend of spices. vegetables such as onions, potatoes, spinach and cauliflower
Shrimp Pakore
Delicately spiced and batter-fried shrimp The shrimp is coated in a spiced chickpea flour batter and deep-fried until crispy and golden brown. Shrimp pakoras are flavorful, crunchy, and make for a tasty appetizer or snack
Chicken Pakore
Juicy chicken fritters popular variation of the traditional pakora, where bite-sized pieces of chicken are coated in a spiced batter and deep-fried until crispy and golden brown. Chicken pakoras are flavorful, crunchy, and make for a delicious appetizer or snack
Paneer Pakore
Made with slices of homemade paneer coated in a spiced chickpea flour batter and deep-fried until crispy and golden brown
Fish Sticks
Fried Alaskan Fish
Tandoori Chicken Wings
Flavorful appetizer, These wings are marinated in a mixture of yogurt, lemon. juice, and a blend of Indian spices such as cumin, coriander, and garam masala.They are then put in the tandoor till they are tender and have a delicious smoky flavor.
Soups
Mulligatawny Soup
Flavorful soup is made with a chunk of chicken or vegetable broth, lentils, and often features a variety of vegetables such as carrots, celery, and onions
Madras Soup
Cream of tomato with grated coconut
Dal Soup
Lentil soup garnished with cilantro. comforting soup is made primarily with lentils, which are simmered until they are soft and creamy.
Naan Breads
Naan bread is a type of leavened flatbread that is commonly found in Indian and South Asian cuisine. It is typically made with flour, water, yeast, salt, and sometimes yogurt or milk. The dough is rolled out and then baked in a tandoor (clay oven) until it puffs up and becomes golden brown
Spicy Naan
Spicy variation of traditional naan bread that is made with red chili peppers
Naan
Whole wheat puffy bread deep fried in refined vegetable oil
Roti
An unleavened whole wheat bread
Garlic Naan
Traditional Naan bread, subtly flavored with select garlic
Paratha
Whole wheat bread leavened with melted butter
Aloo Paratha
Bread stuffed with potatoes, green peas and spices
Onion Kulcha
Delicious bread stuffed with spicy minced onions
Paneer Naan
A heavenly stuffing of homemade cheese and spices
Bullet Naan
Naan Stuffed with Serrano peppers
Bread Basket
Combination of freshly baked breads, Aloo Paratha, Onion kulcha, Garlic Naan
Kashmiri Naan
Baked leavened bread with pistachios, cherries and raisins
Keema Naan
White bread stuffed with spiced ground lamb, tempered with herbs and spices
Biryani
Biryani is traditionally cooked in layers, with the rice and meat or vegetables cooked separately before being layered together and cooked further. It is served with raita (yogurt sauce)
Vegetable Biryani
Chicken Biryani
Lamb Biryani
Shrimp Biryani
Goat Biryani
Fish Biryani
(Market Price)
Tandoori
Tandoori Chicken
Marinated in a mixture of yogurt and spices and cooked in a tandoor oven. The marinade typically includes ingredients such as yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper, giving the chicken its signature red color and bold flavor
Chicken Tikka Kebab
Tender chunks of boneless chicken kebabs seasoned & marinated with heavenly spices
Rashmi Chicken
Known for its rich and creamy marinade, which gives the chicken a luscious and velvety texture. cooked to perfection on skewers
Lamb Sheekh Kebab
Minced lamb mixed with fresh herbs, onions and bell peppers and grilled over charcoal
Lamb Boti Kebab
Tender chunks of lamb marinated in yogurt spices and charcoal grilled
Tandoori Shrimp
Tandoori shrimp is a popular Indian dish made with marinated shrimp that is grilled or roasted in a tandoor oven
Tandoori Fish
Fresh Salmon lightly marinated, skewered and cooked masterfully over charcoal (Market Price)
Lamb Chops
Lamb chops marinated with ginger, herbs and freshly ground spices
Chicken Entrees
ALL ENTREES COME WITH RICE
Butter Chicken
Made with tender pieces of dark meat chicken cooked in a rich and creamy tomato-based sauce
Chicken Curry
Traditional curry sauce made with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, spices and condiments
Chicken Saag
Classic Indian dish made with grinded spinach, cooked with roasted cumin, garlic and spices with a touch of cream
Chicken Korma
Chicken korma has a mild and creamy flavor profile, making it a popular choice for those who prefer milder curries. It goes good with rice or Indian bread such as naan or roti
Chicken Vindaloo
Known for its fiery and tangy flavor profile, as it is made with a blend of hot spices such as red chilies, vinegar, garlic, and ginger
Chicken Tikka Masala
A delicious preparation of tandoori white meat chicken cooked in an exquisite creamy tomato sauce, delicately flavored with smoked Fenugreek leaves. A specialty of the house
Chili Chicken
Boneless chicken sauteed with red, green bell peppers onions with green chilies
Chicken Jalfrezi
Known for its bold and spicy flavors. made with marinated pieces of chicken cooked with a variety of vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes, along with a blend of spices
Chicken Kadai
Diced bell peppers, onion and tomatoes sauteed with curry spices
Chicken 65
Made with bite-sized pieces of chicken that is marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and then deep-fried until crispy
Chicken Dal
Delicious and hearty dish that combines tender pieces of chicken with yellow lentils (dal) in a flavorful and aromatic sauce
Lamb Entrees
Lamb Dal
Deliciously spiced lamb cooked in a creamy black lentils
Lamb Curry
Tender pieces of lamb cooked in a flavorful sauce made with a blend of spices, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and ginger
Lamb Saag
Classic Indian pureed spinach cooked with roasted cumin, garlic and spices with a touch of cream
Lamb Korma
An aromatic mild curry with ground almonds, cashews and cream
Lamb Vindaloo
Known for its bold flavors and fiery heat, thanks to the use of a variety of spices and vinegar in the marinade and sauce
Lamb Kadai
Boneless chicken sauteed with red, green bell peppers onions with green chilies
Lamb Jalfrezi
Curry made with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, special spices and diced bell peppers
Keema Mutter
Ground lamb with green peas and indian spices
Goat Entrees
Goat Curry
Traditional curry sauce made with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, spices and condiments
Goat Saag
Classic Indian pureed spinach cooked with roasted cumin, garlic and spices. Touch of cream
Goat Korma
An aromatic mild curry with ground almonds, cashews and cream
Goat Vindaloo
Hot and zesty curry sauce with potatoes, hot and spicy
Goat Dal (Black Lentils)
Deliciously spiced goat cooked in a creamy black lentils
Goat Kadai
Diced bell peppers, onion and tomatoes sautéed with curry spices
Goat Tikka Masala
A delicious preparation of chicken cooked in an exquisite creamy tomato sauce, delicately flavored with smoked Fenugreek leaves. A specialty of the house
Goat (With Bone)
A delicious preparation of your meat choice - Kadai, Vindaloo or Curry
Goat Jalfrezi
Curry made with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger and special spices with diced bell peppers
Fish & Shrimp Entrees
Fish Curry
Fish Saag
Fish Korma
Fish Vindaloo
Fish Kadai
Fish Tikka Masala
Fish Jalfrezi
Shrimp Curry
Shrimp Saag
Shrimp Korma
Shrimp Vindaloo
Shrimp Kadai
Shrimp Tikka Masala
Shrimp Jalfrezi
Vegetarian Entrees
Gobi Manchurian
Aloo Mutter
Dal Makhni
Saag
Malai Kofta
Punjabi Kadhi Pakora
Mutter Paneer
Veg Tikka Masala
Mushroom Makhni Masala
Paneer Makhni Masala
Navratan Korma
Chilli Paneer
Vegan Entrees
Yellow Tadka Dal
Channa Masala
Kadai Mix Veg
Baigan Bharta
Aloo Gobi
Condiments
Khashmiri Raita
Whipped yogurt with bits of potato, tomato & cucumber
Mixed Pickle
Mango, lime and chilies pickled with Indian herbs and hot spices
Aam Ki Chutney
Sweet mango chutney
Papadum
Extra Basmati Rice
Dinner For 2
Non - Veg Dinner For 2
Shrimp Pakore, Chicken Tikka Masala, Lamb Vindaloo (Spicy), Rice, Naan, Dessert (Rice Pudding) (Chef Recommendations)
Veg Dinner For 2
Veg. Pakore, Saag Paneer, Navratan Korma, Rice, Naan, and Dessert (Rice Pudding) (Chef Recommendations)
Soft Drinks
Soft Drinks
Drinks From India
Juices
Lassi
Traditional yogurt-based drink served cold as a refreshing beverage
Hot Masala Chai
Iced Masala Chai
Maharaja Drinks
Iced Tea
Desserts
Pista Kulfi
Homemade Indian pistachio ice cream
Mango Kulfi
Homemade Indian pistachio ice cream with mango
Shahi Rasmalai
Rich and creamy Indian dessert made from paneer
Gulab Jamun
Traditional sweet balls dipped in honey syrup with coconut
Badamee Kheer
Creamy and rich Indian dessert made with almonds, milk, sugar
Dessert Combo
A combination of hot gulab jamun and cold kheer
Mango Fruit Custard
Mango custard topped with fruit garnished with almonds
Tiramsu
Cake made with eggs, coffee, cocoa, ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese and heavy cream
Classic Cheesecake
Maharaja Kulfi
Homemade ice cream with crushed pineapple and cardamom
Buffet
Lunch Buffet Coupon W/ Bev