Top 10 North Indian Vegetarian Dishes Every Food Lover Should Try in Melbourne
North Indian food is well-known for its rich flavour, warm spices, gravies, cream, butter, and ghee. North Indian Vegetarian dishes are delicious and soul-satisfying featuring paneer, seasonal vegetables, lentils cooked in rich spices. At Jai Ho Indian Restaurant in Hoppers Crossing, the vegetarian menu includes all the North Indian dishes, prepared with traditional recipes and ingredients. Here are top 10 North Indian dishes worth ordering.
Paneer Butter Masala
Soft paneer cut in cubes immersed in a tomato and cashew puree, blended with fresh cream. This is one of the most famous and favourite dishes of almost every North Indian.
Palak Paneer
Paneer cubes cooked in spinach gravy with fresh cream in it. The dish combines the earthy of spinach with the richness of paneer, making it popular favourite food of North Indians.
Dal Makhani
Black lentils and kidney beans, slow-cooked in a creamy blend of butter and cream. Dal Makhani is a best North Indian dish enjoyed at every party, festivals and weddings.
Malai Kofta
Deep-fried potato and cheese dumplings served in a rich, creamy gravy. Malai Kofta is a festive, dish often served at celebrations, special occasions and at every festival evening.
Kadhai Paneer
Paneer sauteed with onion, capsicum, and a tomato masala puree, garnished with fresh coriander. This dish has a slightly drier, compared to creamier paneer curries and enjoyed with either tandoori roti or butter naan.
Masaledaar Aloo Gobi
Cauliflower and potatoes cooked with coriander, cumin, ginger, tomatoes, and a blend of North Indian spices. A dry-style dish, commonly served alongside curries and bread.
Punjabi Channa Masala
Boiled Chickpeas slow-cooked in a thick, tangy masala with cumin and turmeric. This North Indian dish is protein-rich and pairs well with rice or naan.
Matar Malai Methi
Green peas cooked in a creamy cashew and cottage cheese gravy, flavoured with fenugreek leaves and mint.
Bhindi Masala
Okra stir-fried with onions, and tomatoes. Considered a home-style North Indian dish, it requires careful cooking to keep the okra from becoming soft or slimy.
Vegetable Korma
Seasonal vegetables cooked in a creamy cashew gravy. A flavourful option for people who prefer dish that is mild in spice but rich in flavour.
Some Tips for North Indian Dishes
- Paneer Butter Masala and Malai Kofta pair well with butter naan or garlic naan.
- Bhindi Masala and Masaledaar Aloo Gobi taste best with laccha parantha or tandoori butter roti.
- Channa Masala and Dal Makhani taste amazing with basmati rice or jeera rice.
Where to Try These Dishes
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Jai Ho Indian Restaurant is located at 8/428 Old Geelong Road, Hoppers Crossing, VIC. The restaurant offers dine-in, takeaway, and delivery across Werribee, Hoppers Crossing, Laverton, Truganina, Tarneit, Point Cook, Seabrook, and Williams Landing.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 5:00 pm to 11:30 pm. Saturday and Sunday, 12:00 pm to 11:30 pm.
Order online or reserve a table at Jai Ho Hoppers Crossing to try this delicious North Indian vegetarian food.