Indian premium menu
Sure, here a premium Indian catering menu involves offering a rich and diverse selection of dishes that represent the culinary heritage of the region. Here’s a sample menu that includes appetizers, main courses, sides, bread, and desserts:
Appetizers (Starters)
Tandoori Chicken
Succulent chicken marinated in yogurt, spices, and cooked in a tandoor (clay oven).
Seekh Kebab
Minced lamb or chicken seasoned with spices, molded onto skewers, and grilled to perfection.
Paneer Tikka
Soft cubes of paneer (Indian cottage cheese) marinated in yogurt and spices, grilled until charred.
Aloo Tikki
Spiced mashed potato patties, shallow-fried until golden brown, served with tamarind chutney and yogurt.
Samosas
Crispy pastries filled with spiced potatoes, peas, and sometimes minced meat, served with mint chutney.
Main Courses
Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)
Tandoori chicken cooked in a creamy tomato-based sauce with butter and spices.
Rogan Josh
Tender lamb cooked in a rich gravy of yogurt, tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices.
Palak Paneer
Soft paneer cubes simmered in a spinach gravy with spices and cream.
Dal Makhani
Creamy black lentils simmered overnight with tomatoes, butter, and cream.
Chicken Biryani
Fragrant basmati rice cooked with marinated chicken, spices, saffron, and caramelized onions.
Bread
Naan
Soft and fluffy leavened bread baked in the tandoor, brushed with ghee or butter.
Garlic Naan
Naan bread topped with minced garlic and fresh cilantro, baked until golden.
Sides
Raita
Refreshing yogurt-based side dish with grated cucumber, carrots, and mint.
Papad
Thin, crisp discs made from lentil or chickpea flour, served as an appetizer or with main courses.
Desserts
Gulab Jamun
Deep-fried milk dumplings soaked in a cardamom and rose-scented sugar syrup.
Kheer
Creamy rice pudding made with milk, rice, sugar, and flavored with cardamom, saffron, and nuts.
Beverages
Lassi
Refreshing yogurt-based drink, either sweet or salty, blended with fruit or spices.
Masala Chai
Spiced Indian tea brewed with a blend of aromatic spices and milk.
Extras
Customization:
Ability to adjust spice levels and cater to dietary preferences (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free).
Live Cooking Stations:
Option to include live tandoor stations for freshly baked naan and kebabs.
Service
Professional Staff:
Trained servers to ensure a seamless dining experience.
Elegant Presentation:
Buffet setup with traditional Indian décor elements and tableware.
This menu is designed to offer a luxurious and authentic North Indian dining experience, highlighting the region’s rich flavors and culinary traditions. Adjustments can be made based on specific preferences and requirements to create a bespoke catering experience.