Often, when we think of a particular cuisine, only one dish comes to mind. For Indian cuisine, it's curry and naan, but there just has to be much more to Indian food. Kebabs on the Grill, an Indian restaurant in Shanghai, displays a plethora of well-known and more obscure dishes. Ranging from Samosas to Onion Bhaji, Kebabs on the Grill serves magnificent fried classics along with crisp vegetarian sides. Judging by the number of Indian people at the restaurant, I had a guarantee that it would be somewhat authentic.
A brightly colored but small space, decorated with traditional Mandela drawings, the restaurant's interior makes you feel like you're in someone's living room. Don't let the run-down signs and drab exterior of the restaurant entrance fool you!
Dishes
Samosa - 20 rmb
With a golden brown crust, the crunch on the outside is amazing, but it's a thicker exterior than what you might expect. Inside is a warm and moderately-spiced potato filling, with warm and earthy aromatics. At first, the dish might feel a bit stodgy until you dip the samosa into one of the sauces that they come with. The apple and green coriandor chutney adds a completely new flavor profile and keeps the dish exciting even after a few bites.
Sev Papdi Chaat is often sold in the streets of North India. Yogurt, different chili chutneys, and potatoes are layered on top of crispy-fried puris. Topped with some pomegranate for garnish, it is a refreshing appetizer that excites your palate while also satisfying your urge for some crunchy, fried delights. A friend from india also agreed that Sev Papdi Chaat at Kebabs on the Grill is one of her favorite items. So, give it a try!
Sev Papdi Chaat - 38 rmb
Butter Chicken - 68 rmb
Rich, creamy, but tangy at the same time - butter chicken is a favorite at Kebabs on the Grill. The butter chicken curry has a velvety feel, perfect for a pairing with na'an. Cubes of chicken, hidden under the delicious broth, imparts a charcoal flavor and literally melts in your mouth.
Dal Makhani - 68 rmb
With slightly more kick than the butter chicken, Dal Makhani is a popular North Indian dish where lentils are slow cooked with a warm broth. Sometimes, other beans are also added. Served with a bowl of toasty and perfectly spiced basmati rice, the Dal Makhani at Kebabs on the Grill is a dish I'd order again. The dish was very balanced with the richness from the cream and beans, the kick from all sorts of spices, and a thick but not too stodgy texture.
Tandoori Prawns - est. 50 rmb
Prawns grilled on some skewers and served. It can't get any simpler. Yet, the flavor was divine. With notes of masala, tummeric, ginger, etc... all blending in, and interacting with the perfectly bouncy shrimp, the tandoori prawns were very tasty. I'd recommend squeezing some of that lime on the shrimp to cut through the richness.
Garlic Na'an - est. 25 rmb
Garlic Na'an is a staple Indian dishes that we associate with the cuisine. The airy holes and blisters in the na'an tells you that it's done well. Adding some garlic butter to it makes it buttery (obviously) and full of the roasted garlic flavor that reminds you of holiday season. My only criticism was that the na'an was a bit too chewy and tough.
General Overview
Not many Indian places in Shanghai are authentic. Despite the relatively large Indian community here, it's not easy to find affordable Indian food either. So, after trying out their delivery food, I had to try the in-house experience. With a 5-6 seat capacity and some very cozy Indian artwork, Kebabs on the Grill had a great atmosphere. The food made me want to revisit the restaurant the very next week. With delicious chutneys, curries, and all the other classics of Indian cuisine you can think of, Kebabs on the Grill delivers. For a Friday dinner when you're bored of that same old restaurant, try it out either through delivery or in-person. Their portion sizes are significant, so don't try to indulge yourself too much.
Location:
Damuzhi Plaza, Floor 2
Zhongqu Plaza (Near People's Square)
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