Tulsi Indian Cuisine Menu (2025 Update)

Introducing the Menu at Tulsi Indian Cuisine

Located in the heart of Carytown, Tulsi Indian Cuisine promises an authentic culinary adventure through the rich tapestry of Indian flavors. Each dish is meticulously crafted, offering a diverse array of regional specialties that celebrate India's vibrant cuisine.

  • Appetizers: Start your meal with delightful options like Aloo Tikki and crispy Veg. Samosas, each bursting with spices and tradition.
  • Entrees: Savor the Konkani Curry, a delightful blend of coconut milk and spices, or indulge in the renowned Butter Chicken, perfectly roasted and enveloped in a luscious masala sauce.
  • Chef's Specialties: The menu also features impressive vegetarian options, such as Dal Tadka, that ensures an unforgettable experience for all palates.

The ambiance is equally inviting, combining traditional decor with modern touches, making every visit special. With dedicated service and an eye for detail, Tulsi Indian Cuisine is more than a meal; it's an experience that lingers long after the last bite.

Appetizers

Veg. Appetizers (for two)

Assortment of samosa, pakoras, and aloo tikki

US$10.00

Non-Veg. Appetizers (for two)

Chicken, lamb, & shrimp roasted in tandoor, then sauteed along with onions and bell peppers

US$12.00

Pakoras - Vegetable / Paneer / Chicken / Shrimp

Fritters marinated with salt, lemon juice, and a batter of gram flour

Veg. Samosa (two pieces)

Crispy, triangular layers stuffed with mashed potatoes

US$6.00

Aloo Tikki (four pieces) -

Potato and cheese patties coated with a layer of wheat flour.

US$6.00

Paneer Tikka -

Cheese marinated with sour cream and roasted in tandoor.

US$10.00

Samosa Chaat

Mashed samosa and well-cooked chickpeas.

US$8.00

Chaat Papdi

Chickpeas garnished with crispy wheat wafers and chutneys.

US$8.00

Chili Paneer (for two) / Chili Chicken (for two) / Chili Shrimp (for two)

Tandoor roasted cheese/protein sauteed in a tomato based sauce.

Gobhi Manchurian (for two)

Cauliflower cooked in a slightly spicy and tangy sauce.

US$13.00

Cucumber Salad

Cucumbers, onions, tomatoes sprinkled with black pepper, chaat masala, fresh lemon juice, and cilantro.

US$7.00

Chicken Tikka Salad

Tandoor roasted chicken mixed with vegetables.

US$8.00

Garden Salad

Leafy greens and vegetables served with one of the following dressings: Italian, Ranch, or House.

US$7.00

Spicy Signature Salad

Seasonal vegetables with chickpeas and paneer mixed with ranch, black pepper, and red chili hot sauce.

US$6.00

SALADS

SOUPS

Tomato Soup

Tomato puree cooked with coconut milk and cream.

US$6.00

Lentil Soup

Three types of legumes (Moong, Masoor, and Chana) blended with cauliflower, carrots, green peas, and fresh ginger.

US$6.00

Chicken Spinach Soup

Home-made chicken bone broth cooked with fresh spinach and a touch of cream.

US$6.00

Seafood Soup

Tilapia, crab, shrimp, salmon, and mussels cooked in a creamy sauce.

US$9.00

Masala - Vegetable / Paneer / Tofu / Chicken / Goat/ Lamb / Seafood

Oftentimes, “Masala” on its own is used by food critics to refer to freshly made spices. Masala curry typically is a blend of onion gravy, tomato gravy, and cream, which gives it a smooth and rich taste. This is one of our staples, and we highly recommend it to folks who are trying Indian food for the first time.

Vindaloo (not available in mild) - Vegetable / Paneer / Tofu / Chicken / Goat/ Lamb / Seafood

curries available that is still flavorful and aromatic. Primary ingredients composed of a blend of hot spices, red chili paste, and a dash of vinegar. Anyone care for Indian-Hot?

Korma - Vegetable / Paneer / Tofu / Chicken / Goat/ Lamb / Seafood

This golden curry is made with onions, cream, cashews, almonds, coriander, cumin, cardamom, and cloves to create a rich and well-balanced sauce. A great option if you have low heat tolerance.

Curry - Vegetable / Paneer / Tofu / Chicken / Goat/ Lamb / Seafood

Ah, the classic curry! We start by roasting ginger and garlic paste in oil, then add a mixture of spices, followed by fine onion and tomato based gravy and finally your choice of vegetarian or non-vegetarian option.

Kadahi- Vegetable / Paneer / Tofu / Chicken / Goat/ Lamb / Seafood

A hallmark of Indian and Pakistani cuisine. Kadahi refers to the wok in which the food is cooked under a slow heat. Made with diced peppers, and onions. Served slightly on the dry side, relative to the consistency of the traditional curry.

Palak - Vegetable / Paneer / Tofu / Chicken / Goat/ Lamb / Seafood

Spinach puree is slowly cooked with finely chopped onions, tomatoes, gram flour, and a touch of cream. It’s nutritious and delicious.

Mango - Vegetable / Paneer / Tofu / Chicken / Goat/ Lamb / Seafood

While most curries can be served either mild or hot, only a handful will have a slightly sweet flavor. This curry is succulent, versatile, and has the potential to be sweet and spicy. Made with bits of mango sauce added to classic curry.

Coastal Coconut - Vegetable / Paneer / Tofu / Chicken / Goat/ Lamb / Seafood

A smooth curry made with aromatic coastal spices simmered in coconut milk and coconut flakes for a creamy sauce. Highly recommended if you enjoy mild or vegan food.

Sarson - Vegetable / Paneer / Tofu / Chicken / Goat/ Lamb / Seafood

A famous curry from the fields of Northern India and Pakistan, it is made with whole red chili and sarson (mustard) seeds, It is best served with roti, topped with butter. Not to be confused with sarson ka saag.

Rogan Josh - Vegetable / Paneer / Tofu / Chicken / Goat/ Lamb / Seafood

In Persian, josh means oil, hot, boiling, or passionate. Cooked with homemade yogurt, onions, and tomatoes. This curry is cooked at high heat for optimal flavor. Therefore, while it can be ordered mild, it is best enjoyed slightly spicy.

Konkani - Vegetable / Paneer / Tofu / Chicken / Goat/ Lamb / Seafood

This coastal curry is cooked with coconut milk, tamarind, mustard seeds, whole red chilies, & curry leaves. Considering it’s origins, it is best served with seafood.

Biryani - Vegetable / Paneer / Tofu / Chicken / Goat/ Lamb / Seafood

A rice casserole dish made with fragrant basmati rice, grown in the foothills of Himalayas, and the classic curry sauce

ENTREE

CHEF’S SPECIAL

Butter Chicken

Dark meat roasted in tandoor, then hand shredded and served in masala sauce.

US$20.00

Cauliflower Tandoori

US$19.00

Paneer Tikka

US$21.00

Chicken Tikka

white meat without bone

US$21.00

Chicken Tandoori -

dark meat with bone

US$21.00

Chicken and Shrimp Tandoori

US$21.00

Lamb Tandoori

US$23.00

Salmon and Shrimp Tandoori

US$23.00

Shrimp Tandoori

US$24.00

Salmon Tandoori

US$25.00

Tandoori Combo

US$25.00

TANDOOR SPECIALITIES

TRADITIONAL VEGETARIAN

Mini Eggplant Masala

Mini eggplant cooked with masala sauce.

US$16.00

Mini Eggplant Korma

Mini eggplant cooked with korma sauce.

US$16.00

Baingan Bharta

Eggplant baked in tandoor, mashed and sauteed with onions and tomato

US$16.00

Aloo Baingan

Whole mini eggplants cooked with potatoes, onions, bell peppers, lemon juice, and vinegar

US$16.00

Aloo Gobi

Potatoes and cauliflower cooked with herbs, cilantro, lemon juice, and vinegar

US$16.00

Aloo Matar

Potatoes cooked with green peas in a tomato and onion gravy.

US$16.00

Bhindi

Chopped okra cooked with onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, fresh herbs, lemon juice, and vinegar.

US$16.00

Mixed Veg. Karahi

Seasonal vegetables cooked with sliced bell peppers, onions, lemon juice, and vinegar.

US$16.00

Malai Kofta

Healthy homemade vegetable dumplings cooked with nuts and spices in a creamy masala sauce.

US$16.00

Bombay Potatoes

Cooked with onions, tomatoes, mustard seeds, asafoetida, whole red chilli, lemon juice, and vinegar

US$16.00

Chana Aloo

Garbanzo beans cooked in a gravy with potatoes.

US$16.00

Chana Palak

Garbanzo cooked in the spinach puree.

US$16.00

Tadka Dal

Three types of lentils are cooked with herbs, light spices, tomatoes, and onion

US$16.00

Dal Makhani

Black beans, kidney beans, and gram lentils cooked with cream and light butter.

US$16.00

Matar Paneer

Green peas and paneer cooked in a masala curry

US$18.00

Shahi Paneer

Paneer (cheese) cooked with red and white onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, green peas, and creamy masala curry.

US$18.00

Palak Paneer

Spinach and paneer cooked with a touch of cream.

US$18.00

Paneer Makhni

Paneer is cooked in masala sauce and served with light butter on top.

US$18.00

Garlic Naan

Naan topped with minced garlic and freshly chopped cilantro

US$4.00

Paneer Kulcha

Cheese stuffed naan

US$5.00

Basil Naan

Fresh basil stuffed in naan

US$4.00

Chili Garlic Naan

Garlic Naan topped with green chili

US$4.00

Gobhi Kulcha

Cauliflower stuffed naan

US$4.00

Onion Kulcha

Spiced onions stuffed in naan

US$4.00

Aloo Paratha

Mashed potatoes stuffed in wheat bread

US$4.00

Roti

Flat bread made of (wheat flour)

US$3.00

Poori

Deep fried roti (wheat flour)

US$3.00

Plain Paratha

Plain whole wheat layered bread (wheat flour)

US$3.00

Naan

Fluffy, self-rising, refined wheat bread

US$3.00

O.M.P.

Onion, Methi (fenugreek), and Paneer Kulcha

US$4.00

Sweet Kulcha

Naan stuffed with nuts, raisins, and cherry

US$4.00

Aloo Kulcha

Mashed potato stuffed in naan

US$4.00

Rosemary & Thyme Kulcha

Rosemary and thyme stuffed in naan

US$4.00

Bhatura

Deep-fried naan

US$4.00

Bread Basket

Assortment of any three breads of your choice

US$10.00

BREADS

SIDES

Mixed Pickles

A variety of vegetables dipped in an abundant amount of spices

US$4.00

Chili and Onion

Green chili and onion slices with light masala seasoning and lemon juice

US$4.00

Mango Chutney

Sweet, tangy, and spicy mango

US$4.00

Onion Chutney

Diced onion relish prepared with ketchup, cumin, lemon, and vinegar.

US$4.00

Roasted Papad (four pieces)

Roasted lentil crackers

US$4.00

Raita

Homemade yogurt blended with grated cucumber, tomato, spices, and herbs

US$4.00

Steamed Broccoli

Broccoli boiled and seasoned with light spices

US$4.00

Extra Basmati Rice -

US$3.00

Chicken Pakora Kids

US$10.00

Chicken Nuggets

US$10.00

KIDS MEAL

BEVERAGES

Lassi

Mango, Rose, or Salty Mint

US$5.00

Chai

US$4.00

Iced Tea

Sweetened or Unsweetened

US$3.00

Soda

Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Lemonade, or Fanta

US$3.00