Maharaja Indian Cuisine Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Maharaja Indian Cuisine, a culinary gem nestled in Albuquerque, NM, where authentic Indian flavors come to life. Our menu boasts a rich selection of dishes, catering to both vegetarians and meat lovers alike. Delight in our vegan entrees like Aloo Gobi and Channa Masala, each bursting with spices that evoke the essence of Indian kitchens.
For meat enthusiasts, our Lamb Kadai and Keema Mutter promise tender pieces enveloped in aromatic sauces that balance richness with spice. Don’t miss our freshly baked naan breads, including Kashmiri Naan with its delightful sweet twist.
The ambiance reflects our commitment to a memorable dining experience, matched only by our dedicated staff. Join us for a buffet that allows you to explore various dishes and flavors, all while enjoying a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Maharaja Indian Cuisine awaits you!
Tandoori Temptations
Tandoori Shrimp
Tandoori shrimp is a popular Indian dish made with marinated shrimp that is grilled or roasted in a tandoor oven.
Lamb Chops
Lamb chops marinated with ginger, herbs and freshly ground spices.
Lamb Boti Kebab
Tender chunks of lamb marinated in yogurt, spices and charcoal grilled.
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.
Rashmi Chicken
Known for its rich and creamy marinade, which gives the chicken a luscious and velvety texture. Cooked to perfection on skewers.
Chicken Tikka Kebab
Tender chunks of boneless chicken kebabs seasoned & marinated with heavenly spices.
Lamb Seekh Kebab
Minced lamb mixed with fresh herbs, onions and bell peppers and grilled over charcoal.
Pista Kulfi
Homemade Indian pistachio ice cream.
Tiramasu
Cake made with eggs, coffee, cocoa, ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese and heavy cream.
Mango Fruit Custard
Mango custard topped with fruit garnished with almonds.
Maharaja Kulfi
Homemade ice cream with crushed pineapple and cardamom.
Gulab Jamun
Traditional sweet balls dipped in honey syrup with coconut.
Classic Cheesecake
Shahi Rasmalai
Rich and creamy Indian dessert made from paneer, soaked in sweetened, thickened milk with saffron.
Dessert Combo
A combination of hot gulab jamun and cold kheer.
Badami Kheer
Creamy and rich Indian dessert made with almonds, milk, sugar, and fragrant spices like cardamom and saffron.
Mango Kulfi
Homemade Indian pistachio ice cream with mango.
Desserts
Biryani
Shrimp Biryani
Vegetable Biryani
Lamb Biryani
Goat Biryani
Chicken Biryani
Kadai Mixed Veg
Gluten free, vegan. Assorted vegetables cooked with a blend of traditional spices in kadai (wok-like skillet).
Yellow Tadka Dal
Gluten free, vegan. Yellow lentils simmered overnight with herbs and spices.
Aloo Gobi
Gluten free, vegan. Fresh cauliflower and potato sauteed in spices.
Channa Masala
Gluten free, vegan. Cooked garbanzo beans sauteed with flavorful spices.
Baigan Bharta
Gluten free, vegan. A puree of baked eggplant sauteed with onions, garden peas and tomatoes.
Vegan Entrees
Chicken Entrees
Chicken Saag
Classic Indian dish made with grinded spinach, cooked with roasted cumin, garlic and spices with a touch of cream.
Chicken Kadai
Diced bell peppers, onion and tomatoes sauteed with curry spices.
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 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 Dal
Delicious and hearty dish that combines tender pieces of chicken with yellow lentils (dal) in a flavorful and aromatic sauce.
Chili Chicken
Boneless chicken sauteed with red, green bell peppers onions with green chilies.
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.
Butter Chicken
Made with tender pieces of dark meat chicken cooked in a rich and creamy tomato-based sauce.
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 Curry
Traditional curry sauce made with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, spices and condiments.
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.
Mixed Pickle
Mango, lime and chilies pickled with Indian herbs and hot spices.
Aam Ki Chutney
Sweet mango chutney.
Kashmiri Raita
Whipped yogurt with bits of potato, tomato & cucumber. Delicately spiced.
Condiments
Fish & Shrimp Entrees
Shrimp Saag
Classic Indian pureed spinach cooked with roasted cumin, garlic and spices with a touch of cream.
Shrimp Vindaloo
Hot and zesty curry sauce with potatoes, hot and spicy.
Shrimp Korma
An aromatic mild curry with ground almonds, cashews and cream.
Shrimp Kadai
Diced bell peppers, onion and tomatoes sauteed with curry spices.
Shrimp Jalfrezi
Curry made with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger and special spices with diced bell peppers.
Shrimp Tikka Masala
A delicious preparation of shrimp cooked in an exquisite creamy tomato sauce.
Shrimp Curry
Traditional curry sauce made with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, spices & condiments.
Goat Kadai
Diced bell peppers, onion and tomatoes sauteed with curry spices.
Goat Dal (Black Lentils)
Deliciously spiced goat cooked in a creamy black lentils.
Goat Korma
An aromatic mild curry with ground almonds, cashews and cream.
Goat Saag
Classic Indian pureed spinach cooked with roasted cumin, garlic and spices. Touch of cream.
Goat Vindaloo
Hot and zesty curry sauce with potatoes, hot and spicy.
Goat Curry
Traditional curry sauce made with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, spices and condiments.
Goat Jalfrezi
Curry made with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger and special spices with diced bell peppers.
Goat (With Bone)
A delicious preparation of your meat choice - kadai, vindaloo or curry.
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 Entrees
Naan Breads
Keema Naan
White bread stuffed with spiced ground lamb, tempered with herbs and spices.
Garlic Naan
Traditional naan bread, subtly flavored with select garlic.
Paratha
Whole wheat bread leavened with melted butter.
Kashmiri Naan
Baked leavened bread with pistachios, cherries and raisins.
Roti
An unleavened whole wheat bread.
Bullet Naan
Spicy. Naan stuffed with serrano peppers.
Naan
Whole wheat puffy bread deep-fried in refined vegetable oil.
Onion Kulcha
Delicious bread stuffed with spicy minced onions.
Spicy Naan
Spicy. Spicy variation of traditional naan bread that is made with red chili peppers.
Aloo Paratha
Bread stuffed with potatoes, green peas and spices.
Bread Basket
Combination of freshly baked breads, aloo paratha, onion kulcha, garlic naan.
Paneer Naan
A heavenly stuffing of homemade cheese and spices.
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.
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.
Fish Sticks
Fried Alaskan fish.
Vegetable Pakora
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.
Paneer Pakora
Made with slices of homemade paneer coated in a spiced chickpea flour batter and deep-fried until crispy and golden brown.
Chicken Pakora
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.
Shrimp Pakora
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.
Tempting Appetizers
Hearty Soups
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.
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.
Aloo Mutter
Vegetarian. Potatoes and peas cooked with touch of curry sauce.
Mutter Paneer
Vegetarian. Homemade cheese and garden peas cooked in a creamy curry sauce.
Mushroom Makhani Masala
Vegetarian. Curried mushroom with nuts and garden peas flavored in buttery tomato sauce.
Chili Paneer
Vegetarian. Homemade cheese with chilies, onions and tomatoes. Sauteed in a touch of spicy butter sauce.
Dal Makhani
Vegetarian. Black lentils simmered overnight with herbs and spices & then tempered with butter.
Paneer Makhani Masala
Vegetarian. Homemade cheese cooked in a spicy tomato sauce with a touch of cream. Divine buttery taste.
Saag
Vegetarian. (Your choice of paneer, aloo or chana) Classic Indian pureed spinach with garlic and cream.
Navratan Korma
Vegetarian. A blend of 9 fresh garden vegetables, nuts and raisins in an aromatic cream sauce.
Punjabi Kadhi Pakora
Vegetarian.
Veg Tikka Masala
Vegetarian. Made with a combination of mixed vegetables cooked in a creamy tikka masala sauce.
Malai Kofta
Vegetarian. Cheese and vegetable dumplings simmered in a cream.
Gobi Manchurian
Vegetarian. Cauliflower sauteed with onions and bell peppers with the touch of ketchup.
Vegetarian Entrees
Chef Recommendations
Non-Veg Dinner For 2
Shrimp pakora, chicken tikka masala, lamb vindaloo(spicy), rice, naan, dessert (rice pudding).
Veg Dinner For 2
Vegetarian. Veg. Pakora, saag paneer, navratan korma, rice, naan, and dessert (rice pudding).
Milk
Soft Drinks
Lassi
Traditional yogurt-based drink from the Indian subcontinent. Lassi can be sweet or savory, and is often served cold as a refreshing beverage.
Juices
Rooh Afza
Indian style milkshake, Your choice with milk, water or sprite.
Iced Masala Chai
A traditional Indian tea served over ice.
Perrier Water
Limca
Limca is a popular lemon and lime-flavored carbonated soft drink from India.
Chocolate Milk
Herbal Hot Tea
Hot Masala Chai
Chai is a popular Indian drink made with black tea, milk, spices, and sweeteners.
Thumps Up
Indian version of Coke.
Beverages
Lamb Entrees
Lamb Kadai
Boneless chicken sauteed with red, green bell peppers onions with green chilies.
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.
Keema Mutter
Ground lamb with green peas and Indian spices.
Lamb Dal
Deliciously spiced lamb cooked in a creamy black lentils.
Lamb Saag
Classic Indian pureed spinach cooked with roasted cumin, garlic and spices with a touch of cream.
Lamb Jalfrezi
Curry made with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, special spices and diced bell peppers.
Lamb Korma
An aromatic mild curry with ground almonds, cashews and cream.
Lamb Curry
Tender pieces of lamb cooked in a flavorful sauce made with a blend of spices, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and ginger.