prawns cooked with onion and capsicums in homemade tomato chili sauce.GF
Gluten Free. Calamari cooked with onion and capsicums in homemade tomato chili sauce.GF
Fish cooked in hot sweet mango sauce.
King prawn cooked in mild, light, creamy gravy with plenty of herbs and spices to add depth to this dish. The main ingredient is yoghurt or coconut milk, which
Medium. Marinated in a blend of spices and yoghurt and cooked in the tandoor. In Australia, we call it BBQ fish and but it’s much more than that.
Hot. The Portuguese in Goa invented this dish, it is notorious for being hot and spicy.
Fish cooked in hot sweet mango sauce.
Hot. Prawn cooked with onion, tomato sauce, coconut cream, tamarind and red chillies.
Hot. Marinated prawn cooked with onions, capsicum, tomatoes and green chillies.
Medium. Fish stir fried in a spice blend of dried chillies, black peppercorns, cumin seeds, turmeric, ginger, mustard seeds, onions and tamarind.
Simple yet fish curry in coconut milk.
Medium.
Vegetarian. Cauliflower cooked with cashew nut, garlic, ginger, onion and coriander leaves creating a thick creamy sauce.
Plant base chicken cooked into chefs special tomato base sauce with onion and capsicum.(med)
Vegetarian. Vegetarian and mild. Yellow lentils cooked with baby spinach.
Vegetarian. Cottage cheese prepared in a thick gravy made up of cream, tomatoes and Indian spices.
Vegetarian. Vegetarian and mild. Cubes of cottage cheese prepared in the tomato butter sauce.
Plant base chicken cooked with onion and capsicum in tomato base sauce.(hot)
Vegetarian.
Vegan roti made from wholemeal flour.
Stir fried potatoes & cauliflower cooked with sauteed onion & garlic.
Vegetarian. Vegetarian and mild. Spiced potatoes with spinach or smoked eggplant curry.
Vegetarian. Vegetarian and mild. Combination of onions, selected spices, yoghurt, tamarind and chaat masala.
Vegetarian. Vegetarian and mild. Lentil stew, one of the most basic and dishes to accompany many different meals or as a meal on its own.
Plant base chicken cooked in our chef special butter chicken sauce.
Vegetarian. Vegetarian and mild. Cottage cheese stir fried with capsicum, onion and tantalizing Chinese sauce.
Delicately smoked Zucchini which is then fried & cooked in onion & tomato sauce.(VEGAN)
Plant base chicken cooked in our mild creamy (coconut) korma sauce..
Vegetarian. Vegetarian and mild. Dish in the Punjab region made from mustard greens and spices.
Vegetarian. Vegetarian and mild. Mushrooms and peas prepared in a medium strength sauce.
Vegetarian. Chickpeas cooked with onion, garlic, ginger and spices. Served slightly spicy.
Vegetarian. Vegetarian and mild. Cottage cheese cooked with spinach and garnished with ginger.
Lentil stew, basic popular dish to accompany many different meal .
Vegetarian. Mixed vegetables are cooked with ground spices and then simmered in tomato gravy.
Vegetarian. Vegetable dumplings in a creamy sauce.
Vegetarian. Potato dishes from the region of Kashmir and small potatoes are first deep fried then cooked slowly at low flame in gravy with spices.
One curry, rice, salad, pappadum and lassi or you can choose any soft drink.
Plant base chicken cooked in our mild creamy (coconut) korma sauce..
4pc veg samosa ,4 pc onion zucchini pakora,4pc Tandoori Chicken Tikka
Vegan roti made from wholemeal flour.
Lamb chops marinated low fat hung curd and mixture of spices.
Plant base chicken cooked with onion and capsicum in tomato base sauce.(hot)
Chicken marinated in low fat yoghurt saffron and spices and roasted in tandoor.
(New) Delicately smoked zucchini which is then fried & cooked in onion & tomato sauce.(vegan)
Plant base chicken cooked in our chef special butter chicken sauce.
Plant base chicken cooked into chefs special tomato base sauce with onion and capsicum.(med)
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Coconut flavored rice.
Plant base chicken cooked with onion and capsicum in tomato base sauce.(hot)
Four pieces.
Plant base chicken cooked in our mild creamy (coconut) korma sauce..
Crispy Mushroom marinated and coated with chickpea batter.(GF)
Coconut flavored rice.
Vegan
Salad with lemon and chat masala dressing.
Crispy onion fitter marinated and coated with chickpea batter.GF
Two pieces. Pastry encasing mildly with spiced potatoes, onion and peas.
Chickpeas, onion, tomato, cucumber with chat masala and lemon dressing.
Plant base chicken cooked into chefs special tomato base sauce with onion and capsicum.(med)
Vegan roti made from wholemeal flour.
Diced tomato, onion, cucumber and coriander mixed with lemon juice.
Crispy onion fitter marinated and coated with chickpea batter.(GF & VEGAN)
Plant base chicken cooked in our chef special butter chicken sauce.
Kulfi is a popular frozen dairy dessert from the indian subcontinent. it is often described as "traditional indian ice cream" mango, pista, pistachio, and paan flavour a kulfi made from paan (betel leaves) and milk.
Vegan
Vegetarian. A lightly battered fish marinated in Indian spices and gram flour chickpea. It’s crunchy and light to eat.
Two pieces. Pastry encasing mildly with spiced potatoes, onion and peas.
Onion, zucchini fitter marinated and coated with chickpeas batter.(GF & Vegan)
Four pieces.
4pc veg samosa ,4 pc onion zucchini pakora,4pc Tandoori Chicken Tikka
Vegetarian. King prawns tossed in a spiced masala and coated with chickpea batter.
Cottage cheese or boneless chicken coated and marinated with spiced chickpea batter to get the crispy texture.
Crispy mushroom marinated and coated with chickpea batter.(GF)
Mincemeat from the leg of lamb marinated with kabab masala.
Boneless chicken marinated in the mixture of the hung curd, mixed pickle spices and grilled in tandoor.
Crispy onion fitter marinated and coated with chickpea batter. (GF)
Puffed rice, sev mixed with potatoes, onions, chat masala, tamarind chutney garnished with mint chutney, green chillies and coriander.
Chicken marinated in low fat yoghurt saffron and spices and roasted in tandoor.
Crispy onion fitter marinated and coated with chickpea batter. (GF & Vegan)
Pastry served with spiced low fat yoghurt garnished with red onions and coriander.
Puffy puri shells filled with mashed potatoes or chickpeas, a spiced mixture dunked in a pot of water with crushed sev and herbs.
Undoubtedly tandoori chicken is the king of tikkas in the tandoor repertoire. Marinated chicken pieces cooked in tandoor.
King prawns marinated with lemon and herb and then cooked in a clay oven.
Mushroom marinated with lemon, herb mixture and then roasted in tandoor.
Lamb chops marinated low fat hung curd and mixture of spices.
Cottage cheese marinated with lemon, herb mixture and then roasted in tandoor.
The mildest curry on the menu beef cooked in a creamy spiced and coconut milk sauce.
Mild lamb curries slow cooked in a creamy spiced and coconut milk sauce.
Hot. The Portuguese in Goa invented this dish, it is notorious for being hot and spicy.
Medium. Beef pieces coated in thick fragrant spicy gravy are one of the dishes that will make you crave more.
Medium. Lamb slowly cooked with vegetables in gravy.
Hot. Lamb cooked with onions, tomato sauce, coconut cream, tamarind and red chillies.
Mild. Spiced lamb cooked in creamed spinach.
Medium. A classic Kashmiri lamb dish cooked in onion, tomatoes and cardamom sauce.
Hot. Bite size pieces of beef cooked in a south Indian style with a hot and spicy sauce.
Medium. Tender lamb pieces cooked with onions, tomatoes and capsicum with a hint of mint.
Medium. Tender mouthfuls of beef roasted in a clay oven with tomato, onion, five spices and mixed pickles.
Medium. Goat cooked with peppers and tomatoes.
Mild.
Mild. A Parsi inspired lamb dish cooked with several types of dhal, spinach, tomatoes and aromatic spices. A little tart and spiced.
Medium. A classic Kashmiri dish of beef slowly cooked in onion and tomato sauce.
Mild. Lamb cooked with garam masala, spinach and coconut.
Hot. The Portuguese in Goa invented this dish and it is notorious for being hot and spicy.
Mild. Chicken cooked in spinach based gravy.
Pieces of tandoori chicken, mildly spiced, cooked in butter and tomato based sauce.
Medium. Prepared is made with low fat yoghurt and an ideal choice for those who are health conscious.
The mildest curry dish on the menu pieces of boneless chicken prepared in a creamy sauce garnished with coriander and almonds.
Mild. A Parsi inspired chicken dish cooked with spinach and lentils.
Medium. Do Pyaza is a Middle Eastern dish from Afghan cuisine. It is prepared with a large number of onions, both cooked in spices, curry and as a garnish.
Chicken pieces in a combination of aromatic spices and herbs in a cream blanched almond sauce.
Chicken cooked in hot and sweet mango sauce.
Medium. Chicken stewed in an onion, tomato based sauce, with garlic and ginger.
Medium. Boneless chicken cooked in a spicy gravy then finished with a fry up of chunky onions, peppers, tomatoes and garam masala.
Medium. Chili chicken is a popular Indo Chinese dish of chicken, fried chicken is cooked in the combination of green peppers and onions.
Medium. Combination of chicken tikka with vegetables and hint of mustard.
Hot. The Portuguese in Goa invented this dish and it is notorious for being hot and spicy.
Medium. The British classic chicken tikka masala. Essentially chunks of tandoori chicken cut up. Served with a spiced tomato cream sauce.
Hot. Chicken cooked with onion, tomato sauce, coconut cream, tamarind and red chillies.
Tomato, cucumber and onion salsa with yoghurt. Served with almost every Indian dish as a contrast to a hot and spicy dish.
Red onion rings sprinkled with chat masala.
Salad with lemon and chat masala dressing.
Diced tomato, onion, cucumber and coriander mixed with lemon juice.
Chickpeas, onion, tomato, cucumber with chat masala and lemon dressing.
Naan bread stuffed with a fruit and nut mixture.
Tandoori bread layered and filled with butter.
Wholemeal layered bread with fresh mint.
Spice mix mashed potatoes stuffed in paratha.
A flat bread with minced garlic and stuffed with cheese.
Tandoori bread with garlic and butter.
Indian naan bread stuffed with ground lamb meat.
A flat bread with minced garlic and stuffed with cheese.
Spice mix mashed potatoes stuffed in paratha.
The menu at The Spice Yard in Altona offers a diverse and exciting range of dishes, blending the rich flavors of Indian cuisine with options catering to various dietary preferences. The restaurant's seafood offerings are a standout, featuring Chili Prawn, Chili Calamari, and the tropical Mango Prawn. For those who enjoy a flavorful, creamy experience, the Prawn Korma and Tikka Masala provide excellent choices.
Vegetarian and vegan options shine with dishes like Cashew Gobi (V), Vegan Kadai Chicken, and Palak Dha (V), all bursting with aromatic spices and textures. The Shahi Paneer (V) and Paneer Butter Masala (V) are particularly popular, offering indulgent flavors for those seeking a rich vegetarian meal. For vegan diners, Vegan Chicken Jalfrezi and Mushroom Bahji are must-tries, served alongside sides like Coconut Rice.
The kids' menu ensures the younger diners are catered for with fun and familiar options such as Fries Peri Peri, Kids Chicken Tikka, and the hearty Kids Thali. Additionally, the special section features unique dishes like the Vegan Chicken Korma and the delicious Entree Plater, perfect for sampling multiple starters at once.
For rice lovers, the menu offers a range of fragrant biryanis including Chicken Biryani, Beef Biryani, and the hearty Goat Biryani. There are also Coconut Rice and Saffron Rice to complement any main dish, along with Kashmiri Pulao and Vegetable Pulao.
In addition to the mains, The Spice Yard serves a selection of vibrant entrées like Veg Samosa and Onion and Zucchini Pakora, which are ideal for starting the meal. Accompanying the dishes are flavorful condiments like Hot Mixed Pickle, Raita, and Mango Chutney.
The restaurant also has a variety of breads to enjoy with the meals, including Peshwari Naan, Tandoori Roti, and Mint Paratha, adding a delightful touch to the meal experience.
Finally, no meal is complete without dessert, and The Spice Yard offers a selection of sweets such as Kulfi, Gulab Jamun, and Vegan Ice Cream (VG), catering to both traditional and plant-based diets. Whether you're looking for a comforting curry or a lighter, vegan option, The Spice Yard's menu offers something for everyone, making it a perfect spot for diverse dining experiences.