
Indian
Monsoon Indian Kitchen 324 Chestnut Street
324 Chestnut Street
Needham, MA 02492
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Appetizers

Vegetable Samosa
Crispy turnovers stuffed with spiced potatoes and peas.$8.00
Vegetable Pakora
Mixed vegetable fritters.$8.99
Cheese Pakora
Stuffed homemade cheese slices dipped in chickpea batter and fried crisp.$10.99
Aloo Tikki
Spiced potato patties.$7.99
Shrimp Pakora
Extra-large shrimp marinated in mild spices and fried crisp.$12.99
Chicken Samosa
Crispy turnovers stuffed with ground chicken, spiced potatoes, and peas.$9.99
Tawa Chicken
Chicken tikka cubes, sautéed with bell peppers and caramelized onions.$15.99
Tawa Paneer
Cubes of paneer (homemade Indian cheese) sautéed with bell peppers and caramelized onions.$15.99
Chicken Kebob (Appetizers)
Boneless pieces of white meat chicken baked in our Tandoor$15.99
Chef's Specials

Ground Lamb Kheema
Hearty, lean ground lamb sautéed with garden vegetables, onions, garlic, and warming Indian herbs. This wholesome, protein-rich bowl is packed with natural flavors and slow-cooked to perfection—making it a nourishing, low-carb option for any time of day. High in protein and flavor, yet balanced and easy on spice—perfect for clean eating with global taste.$20.99
Lamb Kheema Naan
Lamb Kheema Naan is a protein-packed Indian flatbread stuffed with spiced ground lamb and herbs. A flavorful fusion of comfort and nutrition, perfect for fans of healthy global cuisine. Ideal as a hearty meal or high-protein snack.$6.99
Aloo Gobi
Potatoes, cauliflower, peas with a blend of spices.$21.00
Special Nizami Biryani
Royal Mixed Biryani blends tender chicken, succulent shrimp, and juicy lamb in fragrant basmati rice, slow-cooked with aromatic spices. A protein-rich, globally inspired one-pot meal perfect for lovers of bold, balanced, and healthy Indian cuisine.$23.99
Dal Salmon
Lightly Spiced Mixed Yellow Lentils with Pan-Seared Salmon, Fresh Cilantro & Juicy Tomatoes – Healthy Protein-Packed Dinner Recipe$25.00
Tandoori Lamb Chops
Juicy lamb chops marinated in aromatic spices and grilled to perfection in the tandoor$27.99
Bhindi Masala
Fresh okra cooked with onions, ginger, pepper, tomatoes, and Indian spices.$21.99
Crispy Cauliflower
Golden-fried cauliflower tossed in a tangy, spicy sauce with a perfect crunch.$14.99
Baigan Bhartha
Roasted eggplant mashed and cooked with tomatoes, onions, and spices for a rich, smoky flavor.$20.99
Side Orders & Condiments

Chutney & Mixed Pickle
Mango Chutney / Mint Chutney / Hot Onion Chutney / Tamarind Sauce
Raita
Yogurt and cucumber.$4.99
Tikka Masala Sauce
Rich creamy tomato sauce.$9.00+
Korma Sauce
Fresh cream with fine herbs, spices, nuts, and raisins.$9.00+
Potato Sabzi
Homestyle cubed curry potatoes cooked with blended spices and herbs including cumin and turmeric.$12.00+
Side Order of Basmati Rice
Basmati rice.$4.50
Soups & Salads

Coconut Soup
Coconut, cream, nuts, raisins and hot milk$7.99
Lentil Soup
A classic preparation of lentils, fresh vegetables and herbs.$7.99
Chicken Soup
A flavorful chicken soup seasoned with aromatic Indian herbs.$7.99
House Salad
Mixed greens, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers tossed in a lemon dressing.$10.00
Indian Salad
Onions, hot green chilies & lemon.$5.00
Indian Breads

Naan
Unleavened white flour baked bread.$5.00
Garlic Naan
Unleavened bread baked & garnished with garlic.$6.00
Paneer Naan
Unleavened white bread stuffed with cheese.$7.00
Kashmiri Naan
Naan stuffed with raisins, cashews, and coconut.$7.00
Chapati
Whole wheat flat bread cooked in a "tawa" griddle.$6.00
Paratha
Multi-layer whole wheat bread cooked with butter.$6.00
Aloo Paratha
Whole wheat bread stuffed with spiced potatoes and cooked with butter.$7.00
Onion Naan
Unleavened white bread stuffed with chopped onions.$6.00
Onion Chilli Naan
Naan stuffed with chillies and onions.$7.00
Paneer Paratha
Whole wheat flour bread stuffed with mildly spiced paneer cooked in a "tawa" griddle.$7.00
Poori
Crispy, deep fried puffy bread (Whole wheat)$6.00
Bhatura
Crispy, deep-fried puffy bread.$6.00
Papad (Gluten-Free)
Very light black bean wafer.$4.00
Rice Specialties

Vegetable Biryani
Basmati rice cooked with a variety of fresh vegetables seasoned with herbs and toasted with nuts and raisins; very aromatic!$18.99
Chicken Biryani
Basmati rice cooked with chicken, blend of exotic spices, fresh mint and toasted with nuts and raisins.$21.99
Lamb Biryani
Basmati rice cooked with Lamb in a delicate blend of exotic spices, fresh mint and toasted with nuts and raisins.$22.99
Shrimp Biryani
Basmati rice with shrimp, vegetables, spices, mint, nuts, and raisins.$23.99
Peas Pulao
Long-grain basmati rice with green peas, nuts, and raisins.$13.99
Goat Biryani (On The Bone)
Basmati rice with goat, mint, nuts, and raisins.$25.00
Healthy Tandoori
Served with Basmati rice.
Tandoori Chicken Wings
Smoky, spice-marinated chicken wings roasted to juicy perfection, finished with a charred edge and classic tandoori flavor.$18.99
Chicken Shish Kabob (HALAL)
Ground chicken with chopped onions and house seasoning.$21.99
Lamb Seekh Kabob (HALAL)
Ground lamb with chopped onions and house seasoning.$22.99
Paneer Tikka
Paneer chunks marinated in spiced yogurt & grilled over charcoal.$21.99
Chicken Tikka Kebab
Boneless chicken breast grilled over charcoal with spices.$20.99
Chicken Tandoori
Chicken marinated in yogurt and spices, broiled over charcoal.$20.99
Salmon Tikka
Salmon marinated in sour cream, lemon juice, and spices, broiled over charcoal.$23.99
Shrimp Tandoori
Shrimp marinated in sour cream, lemon juice, and spices, grilled over charcoal.$23.99
Tandoori Mixed Grill
Combination of lamb, chicken and shrimp tandoori.$24.99
Vegetarian Delights
Served with Basmati rice.

Mix Vegetable Masala
Vegetables and paneer cooked with creamy tomato sauce.$19.99
Aloo Gobi
Potatoes, cauliflower, peas with a blend of spices.$20.99
Dal Makhani
Royal lentil dish with ginger, garlic, onions, and tomatoes.$18.99
Saag Paneer
Spinach, ginger, onions, and homemade cheese cooked in light spices with cream.$20.99
Channa Masala
Chickpeas, potatoes, and tomatoes tempered with ginger and garlic.$19.99
Malai Kofta
Vegetable balls cooked in a velvety sauce of cream, nuts, and raisins.$20.99
Vegetable Curry
Assorted vegetables cooked with light spices.$19.99
Vegetable Korma
Vegetables and paneer cooked with cashews, raisins, and cream.$20.99
Shahi Paneer Korma
Homemade cheese cubes cooked with cream, nuts, and raisins.$20.99
Paneer Butter Masala
Homemade cheese cubes cooked in a light creamy tomato sauce and house special sauce ''nuts & Butter"$20.99
Paneer Chili Masala
Homemade cheese cubes cooked with green spices, green chilies, onions, peppers and tomatoes. Gluten Free$21.99
Dal Tadka
Yellow lentils with spices, tomato, spinach, chillies, cumin, and onions.$18.99
Aloo Palak
Fresh potatoes cooked with spinach.$19.99
Aloo Mutter
Potatoes cooked with garden peas and tomatoes.$19.99
Mutter Paneer
Homemade cheese cooked with peas and spices.$20.99
Chicken Specialties

Chicken Tikka Masala
Boneless diced chicken tandoor cooked in a rich creamy tomato sauce. Gluten Free$21.99
Butter Chicken
Chunks of Chicken grilled in a clay oven and then cooked in a light creamy tomato sauce and house special sauce ''nuts & Butter"$21.99
Chilli Chicken Masala
Boneless diced chicken tandoori cooked with green spices, green chilies, onions, peppers and tomatoes. Gluten Free$21.99
Chicken Korma
Tender pieces of chicken in fresh cream, tossed in fine herbs, spices, nuts and raisins and then cooked in its own gravy. Gluten Free$21.99
Chicken Saag
Chicken cooked with fresh spinach and a touch of cream. Gluten Free$21.99
Chicken Vindaloo
Chicken cooked with potatoes, hot spices, a touch of vinegar, and fresh green herbs. Gluten Free$21.99
Chicken Curry
Boneless chicken cooked with a fresh blend of onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, spices and herbs. Gluten Free$21.99
Chicken Bhuna
Chicken curry cooked in thick sauce with caramelized onions, peppers and tomatoes.$21.99
Lamb Specialties

Lamb Saag
Boneless tender pieces of lamb cooked with fresh spinach, touch of cream and flavored with green herbs. Gluten Free$22.99
Lamb Vindaloo
Very tender pieces of lamb marinated in fresh tomatoes and lemon, cooked with potatoes, ginger, hot spices and fresh green herbs. Gluten Free$22.99
Lamb Masala
Boneless diced lamb tandoor style cooked in a rich creamy tomato sauce. Gluten Free$22.99
Lamb Korma
Lamb curry cooked with light cream, nuts and raisins. Gluten Free$22.99
Lamb Bhuna
Boneless lamb pan roasted with onions, pepper, tomato, and spices. Gluten Free$22.99
Lamb Curry
Very tender pieces of lamb cooked with, ginger, spices and fresh green herbs$22.99
Lamb Rogan Josh
Boneless tender pieces of lamb cooked with onions, garlic, coconut milk and fresh spices. Gluten Free$22.99
Seafood Specialties
Served with Basmati rice.

Salmon Curry
Boneless skinless pieces of fresh fish cooked in a light sauce. Gluten Free$22.99
Salmon Vindaloo
Salmon cooked with potatoes and hot curry sauce. Gluten Free$22.99
Goan Shrimp Curry
The famous shrimp curry-goa style prepared with freshly ground coconut, coconut milk and an array of masterfully blended spices. Gluten Free$22.99
Salmon Masala
Salmon saturated in a mixture of chopped onions, ginger, garlic, rare herbs, spices and rich creamy tomato sauce. Gluten Free$22.99
Shrimp do Pyaaza
Pan roasted shrimp with spices, peppers, onions and tomatoes. Gluten Free$22.99
Shrimp Korma
Shrimp marinated in garam masala sauce, cooked in cream and tomato sauce, enriched with nuts and raisins. Gluten Free$22.99
Shrimp Saag
Shrimp cooked with spinach, herbs, spices and a touch of cream. Gluten Free$22.99
Shrimp Tandoori Masala
Shrimp dipped in a marinade of yogurt and spices grilled over charcoal and cooked with fresh rich creamy tomato sauce. Gluten Free$23.99
Shrimp Vindaloo
Shrimp cooked with potatoes and hot curry sauce. Gluten Free$22.99
Goat Specialties

Goat Curry (HALAL)
Tender bone-in goat slow-cooked in a rich, aromatic blend of spices for a deep, bold flavor.$25.00
Madras Goat (HALAL)
Spicy and flavorful, our tender goat is slow-cooked in a bold South Indian-style coconut and chili-infused curry.$25.00
Kashmiri Goat Curry (HALAL)
Tender goat slow-cooked in a rich, aromatic curry with Kashmiri spices, yogurt, and a hint of saffron.$25.00Bhuna Goat (HALAL)
Slow-cooked goat in a thick, caramelized onion and spice sauce.$25.00
Desserts
All hours
| Sunday | 11:15 am - 10:00 pm |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:15 am - 10:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:15 am - 10:00 pm |
| Thursday | 11:15 am - 10:00 pm |
| Friday | 11:15 am - 10:00 pm |
| Saturday | 11:15 am - 10:00 pm |
Restaurant info
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