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Sura Indian Bistro

Indian · Philadelphia

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CHANA MASALA

Chickpeas simmered in an onion and tomato gravy.

Vegetarian Entree$18

BUTTER CHICKEN

Tandoori free-range halal chicken simmered in a rich tomato, cashew, and cream sauce.

Chef's Specials$24

MALAI KOFTA

Indian croquettes made of house-made paneer and potato, simmered in a spicy tomato curry

Vegetarian Entree$20

MUTTON SHUKA

Tender halal goat slow-cooked with curry leaves and house-blended spices, semi-dry and flavorful.

Chef's Specials$28

LAMB SHANK

Grass-fed halal lamb shank slow-cooked in a saffron-infused gravy until tender, rich, and flavorful.

Chef's Specials$30

SAAG — Aloo

Slow-cooked spinach blended with ginger, garlic, and ground spices for a wholesome, earthy curry.

Curry$20

Indian — food to try

4 on this menu

Butter chicken✓ On the menu · $24
Tandoori chicken in a tomato-cream sauce — the gateway curry.
Chana masala✓ On the menu · $18
Chickpeas in a spiced tomato-onion gravy; the vegetarian benchmark.
Garlic naan✓ On the menu · $5
From a tandoor if they have one — blistered, chewy, and hot.
Here it's “PLAIN NAAN”.
Biryani✓ On the menu · $20
Layered rice and meat, steamed together. A meal on its own.
Here it's “VEGETABLE BIRYANI”.

MULLIGATAWNY SOUPV · GfCreamy lentil soup blended with freshly ground spices.$10.00
INDIAN KACHUMBER SALADV · GfFresh cucumber, chickpeas, onions, and tomatoes drizzled with olive oil.$10.00
TIKKA SALADGfLettuce, tomato, and cucumber.
TIKKA SALAD — PaneerGf$15.00
TIKKA SALAD — ChickenGf$17.00
TIKKA SALAD — ShrimpGf$19.00

Appetizers

VEGETABLE SAMOSAVFlaky pastry pockets stuffed with spiced potatoes, peas, and herbs. Served with mint and tamarind chutneys.$10.00
VEGETABLE PAKORAV · GfGolden veggie fritters, delicately spiced and fried crisp. Served with mint and tamarind chutneys.$12.00
CHICKEN 65GfFree-range halal chicken marinated in bold spices, yogurt, and curry leaves, fried crisp and served with onions and chillies.$15.00
TANDOORI CHICKEN WINGSGfFree-range halal chicken wings marinated in yogurt and tandoori spices, roasted in the clay oven for smoky, juicy flavor.$15.00
LAMB CHOPS (2 pcs)GfGrass-fed halal lamb chops marinated in yogurt, herbs, and spices, char-grilled in the tandoor for smoky, succulent flavor.$18.00

Chaat

SAMOSACrushed crispy samosas topped with yogurt, tamarind chutney, chickpeas, and chaat masala. A flavorful, textured treat.$15.00
SPINACHCrispy spinach, chickpeas, pomegranate, and sweet yogurt topped with tangy chutneys. A zesty, flavor-packed bite.$15.00
TIKKICrispy potato tikkis with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and spices. A perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and crunch.$15.00

Tandoor / Grill

PANEER TIKKAHouse-made paneer marinated in ginger, garlic and yogurt with a freshly ground spice blend.$18.00
TANDOORI GOBIRoasted cauliflower marinated in ginger, garlic and yogurt with a freshly ground spice blend.$16.00
CHICKEN TIKKAFree-range halal chicken breast marinated in yogurt, ginger, garlic, and spices, roasted in the tandoor to smoky perfection.$20.00
TANDOORI CHICKENHalf free-range halal chicken marinated in yogurt, ginger, garlic, and spices, char-grilled in the tandoor.$20.00
GALOUTI KEBABSTender minced grass-fed halal lamb patties, delicately seasoned with herbs and spices, grilled to perfection.$24.00
PAHAADI JHINGAGrilled tiger prawn marinated in ginger, garlic, yogurt and freshly ground spice blend.$25.00
TANDOORI SALMONGrilled salmon marinated in ginger, garlic and yogurt with a freshly ground spice blend.$25.00
LAMB CHOPS (4 pcs)GFGrass-fed halal lamb chops marinated in yogurt, herbs, and spices, char-grilled in the tandoor for smoky, succulent flavor.$34.00
LAMB SHEEKH KEBABSGrass-fed halal lamb minced with herbs and spices, skewered and roasted in the tandoor.$24.00
MIXED PLATTERAn assortment of tandoori favorites — paneer, chicken, and lamb seekh kebab — grilled to perfection for a flavorful tasting experience.$30.00

Vegetarian Entree

DAAL MAKHNIRich lentils slowly cooked with spices and cream.$18.00
DAAL TADKASmoky lentils tempered in a spicy tomato gravy and topped with traditional tadka. (Spice infused oil)$18.00
BINDI MASALASemi-dry dish featuring okra, onion, tomato and fragrant spices.$18.00
CHANA MASALAChickpeas simmered in an onion and tomato gravy.$18.00
VEGETABLE JALFREZIV · GfIndo-Chinese vegetable stir-fry seasoned with freshly ground spices.$18.00
BAINGAN BHARTAV · GfSmoked eggplant and green peas sauteed in an onion and tomato gravy.$18.00
ALOO GOBIV · GfPotato and cauliflower combined with aromatics.$18.00
MALAI KOFTAIndian croquettes made of house-made paneer and potato, simmered in a spicy tomato curry$20.00

Chef's Specials

BUTTER CHICKENTandoori free-range halal chicken simmered in a rich tomato, cashew, and cream sauce.$24.00
MUTTON SHUKATender halal goat slow-cooked with curry leaves and house-blended spices, semi-dry and flavorful.$28.00
LAMB SHANKGrass-fed halal lamb shank slow-cooked in a saffron-infused gravy until tender, rich, and flavorful.$30.00
TANDOORI POMFRET FISHWhole pomfret fish marinated with yogurt, Kashmiri chili, and spices, roasted in the tandoor for smoky coastal flavor.$30.00

Curry

TIKKA MASALA — PaneerA rich and aromatic curry simmered in tomato, cream, and freshly roasted spices.$22.00
TIKKA MASALA — ChickenA rich and aromatic curry simmered in tomato, cream, and freshly roasted spices.$24.00
TIKKA MASALA — LambA rich and aromatic curry simmered in tomato, cream, and freshly roasted spices.$26.00
TIKKA MASALA — GoatA rich and aromatic curry simmered in tomato, cream, and freshly roasted spices.$26.00
TIKKA MASALA — SalmonA rich and aromatic curry simmered in tomato, cream, and freshly roasted spices.$26.00
TIKKA MASALA — ShrimpA rich and aromatic curry simmered in tomato, cream, and freshly roasted spices.$28.00
KORMA — VegetableA royal Mughlai delicacy with a velvety cashew-cream sauce, subtly spiced with saffron and cardamom.$20.00
KORMA — PaneerA royal Mughlai delicacy with a velvety cashew-cream sauce, subtly spiced with saffron and cardamom.$22.00
KORMA — ChickenA royal Mughlai delicacy with a velvety cashew-cream sauce, subtly spiced with saffron and cardamom.$24.00
KORMA — LambA royal Mughlai delicacy with a velvety cashew-cream sauce, subtly spiced with saffron and cardamom.$26.00
KORMA — GoatA royal Mughlai delicacy with a velvety cashew-cream sauce, subtly spiced with saffron and cardamom.$26.00
SAAG — AlooSlow-cooked spinach blended with ginger, garlic, and ground spices for a wholesome, earthy curry.$20.00
SAAG — ChanaSlow-cooked spinach blended with ginger, garlic, and ground spices for a wholesome, earthy curry.$21.00
SAAG — PaneerSlow-cooked spinach blended with ginger, garlic, and ground spices for a wholesome, earthy curry.$22.00
SAAG — ChickenSlow-cooked spinach blended with ginger, garlic, and ground spices for a wholesome, earthy curry.$24.00
SAAG — LambSlow-cooked spinach blended with ginger, garlic, and ground spices for a wholesome, earthy curry.$26.00
SAAG — GoatSlow-cooked spinach blended with ginger, garlic, and ground spices for a wholesome, earthy curry.$26.00
VINDALOO — PaneerA fiery Goan specialty made with potato, vinegar, chili, and a bold spice blend, offering a tangy, robust flavor.$22.00
VINDALOO — ChickenA fiery Goan specialty made with potato, vinegar, chili, and a bold spice blend, offering a tangy, robust flavor.$24.00
VINDALOO — LambA fiery Goan specialty made with potato, vinegar, chili, and a bold spice blend, offering a tangy, robust flavor.$26.00
MADRAS — PaneerA South Indian–inspired curry infused with roasted coconut, curry leaves, and mustard seeds. Rich and aromatic.$22.00
MADRAS — ChickenA South Indian–inspired curry infused with roasted coconut, curry leaves, and mustard seeds. Rich and aromatic.$24.00
MADRAS — GoatA South Indian–inspired curry infused with roasted coconut, curry leaves, and mustard seeds. Rich and aromatic.$26.00
MADRAS — LambA South Indian–inspired curry infused with roasted coconut, curry leaves, and mustard seeds. Rich and aromatic.$26.00
MALABAR — VegetableFrom Kerala’s spice coast – a coconut-based curry with curry leaves, mustard seeds, and aromatic spices.$20.00
MALABAR — PaneerFrom Kerala’s spice coast – a coconut-based curry with curry leaves, mustard seeds, and aromatic spices.$22.00
MALABAR — ChickenFrom Kerala’s spice coast – a coconut-based curry with curry leaves, mustard seeds, and aromatic spices.$24.00
MALABAR — GoatFrom Kerala’s spice coast – a coconut-based curry with curry leaves, mustard seeds, and aromatic spices.$26.00
MALABAR — LambFrom Kerala’s spice coast – a coconut-based curry with curry leaves, mustard seeds, and aromatic spices.$26.00
MALABAR — ShrimpFrom Kerala’s spice coast – a coconut-based curry with curry leaves, mustard seeds, and aromatic spices.$28.00

Biryani

VEGETABLE BIRYANIA traditional rice dish slowly steamed with freshly ground spices.$20.00
CHICKEN BIRYANIA traditional rice dish slowly steamed with freshly ground spices.$26.00
GOAT BIRYANIA traditional rice dish slowly steamed with freshly ground spices.$28.00
LAMB BIRYANIA traditional rice dish slowly steamed with freshly ground spices.$28.00
SHRIMP BIRYANIA traditional rice dish slowly steamed with freshly ground spices.$30.00

Add Ons

Raita$4.00
Mango Chutney$4.00
Onion Chutney$4.00
Seasonal Pickle$4.00
Plain Yogurt$4.00
Steamed Seasonal Vegetables$4.00
Papadam$4.00
Onions & Green Chili$4.00
Side Salad$4.00

Bread

PLAIN NAANSoft, traditional tandoor bread.$5.00
BUTTER NAANFluffy naan brushed with butter.$7.00
GARLIC NAANNaan topped with fresh garlic.$7.00
BULLET NAANSpicy naan with green chili & herbs.$8.00
PESHWARI NAANStuffed with dried fruit, nuts, and coconut.$8.00
ROTIWhole wheat flatbread baked in the tandoor.$5.00
ALOO KULCHAStuffed with spiced mashed potatoes.$9.00
ONION KULCHAFilled with seasoned onion mix.$8.00
PANEER KULCHAStuffed with spiced cottage cheese.$9.00
LACCHA PARATHAFlaky whole wheat flatbread baked in the tandoor.$8.00
MALABAR PARATHAFlaky, multi-layered flatbread.$8.00
ASSORTED BREAD BASKETChef's selection of assorted breads.$18.00

Desserts

KHEERCreamy rice pudding simmered with milk, sugar, and cardamom.$10.00
GULAB JAMUNSoft milk dumplings soaked in saffron-rose syrup.$10.00
RASMALAICottage cheese patties in sweet cardamom milk, topped with pistachios.$10.00
GAJAR HALWAGrated carrots slow-cooked with milk, ghee, and nuts.$10.00

Drinks

MASALA CHAIHot/Cold$5.00
BRU COFFEE$5.00
SODACola, Sprite, Ginger Ale.$5.00
MANGO LASSIRefreshing yogurt-based mango drink blended with cardamom and a hint of sweetness.$8.00