Indian restaurant

Alachi Masala

488 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10024

$$Vegan options220 dishes on the menu

The menu runs to 220 dishes, with saag paneer, chana masala and chicken tikka masala and the usual breads and rice.

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On their menu

Bhel puri: puffed rice tossed with sev, peanuts, onion and tomato on paper — Bhel Puri

Chicken biryani on a plate — Chicken Biryani

Typical photos of dishes on their menu

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(212) 874-0737

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Coconut Samosa2 pieces. Crispy pastry turnover filled with sweet coconut.
Vegetable Samosa2 pieces. Crispy pastry turnover filled with vegetables.
Meat Samosa2 pieces. Crispy pastry turnover filled with spiced minced meat.
Assorted Tandoori AppetizerCombination of chicken tikka, seekh kabab, boti kabab, and rashmi kabab.
Vegetable PakoraFried mixed vegetable fritters. Vegan.
Onion BajjiFried onion fritters. Vegan.
Assorted Hors D'OeuvresSamosa and mixed pakora. Vegan.
Coconut Samosa2 pieces. Crispy pastry turnover filled with sweet coconut. Vegan.
2 Pieces of Coconut SamosaCrispy pastry turnover filled with sweet coconut. Vegan.
SamosasTwo pieces. Crispy pastry turnover filled with your choice of filling.
Assorted Tandoori AppetizerCombination of chicken tikka, sheekh kabab, rashmi kabab and shrimp.
Vegetable PakoraFried mixed vegetable or banana fritters. Vegan.
Onion BajjiFried onion fritters. Vegan.
Assorted Hors D'OeuvresSamosa, mixed pakora, and banana fritters. Vegan.

Chaat and street food

Soups and salads

Tomato SoupFreshly made special tomato soup. Vegan.
Mulligatawny SoupTraditional delicately spiced soup with lentils.
Nariyal Ka Shorba SoupFresh coconut soup made with honey.
Matar Mushroom Ka Shorba SoupPeas and mushrooms with lentils. Vegan.
Green SaladCrisp lettuce with tomatoes and cucumbers. Vegan.
Tomato SoupFreshly made special tomato soup.
Mulligatawny SoupTraditional delicately spiced soup with lentils.
Nariyal Ka Shorba SoupFresh coconut soup made with honey.
Matar Mushroom Ka Shorba SoupPeas and mushrooms with lentils.

Tandoor and grill

Chicken Malai KababChicken breast marinated in ginger, garlic, and garam masala.
Tandoori ChickenServe with rice, Chicken marinated in yogurt and freshly ground spices cooked in a tandoor (a clay oven on charcoal).served with rice
Chicken TikkaServe with rice,Boneless chicken marinated in subtly flavored spices cooked in a tandoor.Served with rice
Reshmi KababServe with rice,Chef's special. Boneless pieces of chicken breast marinated in yogurt and spices.Served with rice
Sheekh KababServe with rice,Chicken or beef. Minced meat with onions and herbs roasted on skewers.Served with rice.
Boti KababServe with rice, Chunks of lamb marinated in subtly flavored spices and cooked in a tandoor.Served with rice
Tandoori ShrimpServe with rice, shrimp marinated and cooked in a tandoor.Served with rice
Mixed GrillServe with rice,Assorted tandoori specialties. 1 piece of each of the tandoori specialties above.Served with rice
Tandoori Fish TikkaChunks of salmon marinated in subtly flavored spices and cooked in a tandoor.
Tandoori VegetableServe with rice,Chef's special. Fresh vegetables marinated in Indian spices, sour cream, and white pepper.Served with rice
Lamb ChopsCharcoal grilled lamb chops marinated in exotic spices and yogurt.
Murg TikkaBoneless chicken marinated in subtly flavored spices cooked in a tandoor.
Chicken Malai KababChicken breast marinated in ginger, garlic and garam masala.
Tandoori ChickenChicken marinated in yogurt and freshly ground spices cooked in a tandoor. Served with basmati rice.
Tandoori ShrimpJumbo shrimp marinated and cooked in a tandoor. Served with basmati rice.
Mixed GrillOne piece each of tandoori chicken, tandoori shrimp, chicken tikka, reshmi kabab, sheekh kabab and boti kabab. Served with basmati rice.
Murg Tikka ( chicken Tikka )Boneless chicken marinated in subtly flavored spices cooked in a tandoor. Served with basmati rice.
Reshmi KababBoneless pieces of chicken breast marinated in yogurt and spices. Served with basmati rice.
Sheekh KababMinced meat with onions and herbs roasted on skewers. Served with basmati rice.
Boti KababChunks of lamb marinated in subtly flavored spices and cooked in a tandoor. Served with basmati rice.
Tandoori Fish TikkaChunks of salmon marinated in subtly flavored spices and cooked in a tandoor. Served with basmati rice.
Tandoori VegetableFresh vegetables marinated in Indian spices, sour cream, and white pepper. Served with basmati rice.
Lamb ChopsCharcoal grilled lamb chops marinated in exotic spices and yogurt. Served with basmati rice.

Chicken

Chicken MorongoServe with rice,Boneless chicken cooked with exotic Indian spices and creamy mango sauce.Served with rice
Emkyka MurgServe with rice,Chef's special. Boneless chicken cooked in peppercorns, tamarind and garam masala.Served with rice
Chicken SalimarServe with rice, Chef’s special. Boneless chicken in cilantro, green chili, lemon juice and exotic spices.All chicken entrees serve with rice
Chicken CurryServe with rice,Boneless chicken cooked with onions and mild spices.Served with rice
Chicken MadrasServe with rice,Medium hot chicken cooked with tomatoes, South Indian style.Served with rice
Chicken DhansakServe with rice, Chicken cooked with lentils and hot spices, Persian style.Served with rice
Chicken KormaServe with rice,Chicken cooked in creamy almond sauce and sweet spices Mughlai fashion.Served with rice
Chicken JalfreziServe with rice, Stir-fried chicken and vegetables cooked in sweet and sour sauce.Served with rice
Chicken VindalooServe with rice,Chicken cooked with hot, spicy vinegar mixed sauce and potatoes.Served with rice
Chicken SaagwalaServe with rice,Chicken cooked with onions, tomatoes, and cream of spinach.Served with rice
Chicken Tikka MasalaServe with rice, Boneless pieces of tandoori chicken, cooked in a rich tomato sauce and fenugreek leaves.all chicken entrees served with rice
Chicken MakhaniServe with rice, Butter chicken. Boneless tandoori chicken breast poached in a rich tomato sauce.Served with rice
Chicken XacuttiServe with rice,Chicken cooked in a mixed sauce of dry spices, curry leaves, mustard seed, and coconut.Served with rice
Chicken Kali MirchServe with rice, Chicken cooked with exotic spices and black pepper.Served with rice
Chicken MethiServe with rice, Chicken cooked with exotic spices and fenugreek leaves.Served with rice
Chicken ShaslicServe with rice Grilled chicken with onion and bell pepper in rich tomato sauce.Served with rice
Chicken MorongoBoneless chicken cooked with exotic Indian spices and creamy mango sauce.
Emlyka MurgBoneless chicken cooked in peppercorns, tamarind and garam masala.
Chicken Tikka MasalaBoneless pieces of tandoori chicken, cooked in a rich tomato sauce and fenugreek leaves. Served with basmati rice.
Chicken MakhaniBoneless tandoori chicken breast poached in a rich tomato sauce. Served with basmati rice.
Chicken CurryBoneless chicken cooked with onions and mild spices. Served with basmati rice.
Chicken SalimarBoneless chicken in cilantro, green chili, lemon juice and exotic spices. Served with basmati rice.
Chicken MadrasMedium hot chicken cooked with tomatoes, south Indian style. Served with basmati rice.
Chicken DhansakChicken cooked with lentils and hot spices, Persian style. Served with basmati rice.
Chicken KormaChicken cooked in creamy almond sauce and sweet spices Mughlai fashion. Served with basmati rice.
Chicken JalfreziStir-fried chicken and vegetables cooked in sweet and sour sauce. Served with basmati rice.
Chicken VindalooChicken cooked with hot, spicy vinegar mixed sauce and potatoes. Served with basmati rice.
Chicken SaagwalaChicken cooked with onions, tomatoes, and cream of spinach. Served with basmati rice.
Chicken XacuttiChicken cooked in a mixed sauce of dry spices, curry leaves, mustard seed, and coconut. Served with basmati rice.
Chicken Kali MirchChicken cooked with exotic spices and black pepper. Served with basmati rice.
Chicken MethisChicken cooked with exotic spices and fenugreek leaves. Served with basmati rice.
Chicken ShaslicGrilled chicken with onion and bell pepper in rich tomato sauce. Served with basmati rice.
Chicken MorongoBoneless chicken cooked with exotic Indian spices and creamy mango sauce.

Lamb and goat

Goat or Lamb Rogan Josh oServe with rice goat or , Lamb cooked in freshly ground spices.all antrees
Gosht MadrasServe with rice, Medium hot lamb or goat cooked with tomatoes, South Indian style.Served with rice
Lamb Saag or Goat SaagServe with rice, Lamb or goat cooked with onions, tomatoes and cream of spinach.Served with rice
Gosht VindalooServe with rice, Lamb or goat cooked with hot, spicy vinegar mixed sauce and potatoes.serve with rice
Kadai GoshtServe with rice, Lamb or goat cooked with mixed vegetables in a light, spice sauce.Served with rice
Gosht BhunaServe with rice, Medium hot lamb or goat cooked with tomatoes and onions.Served with rice
Gosht DhansakServe with rice, Lamb or goat cooked with lentils, hot spices Persian style.Served with rice
Gosht PasandaServe with rice, Lamb or goat cooked with cream, almonds, sweet spices Mughlai fashion.all antrees serve with rice
Goat MasalaSmallPieces of bone in goat, cooked with masala sauce, and start with rice
Rogan JoshLamb or beef cooked in freshly ground spices. Served with basmati rice.
Gosht MadrasMedium hot lamb or beef cooked with tomatoes, south Indian style. Served with basmati rice.
Lamb SaagLamb cooked with onions, tomatoes and cream of spinach. Served with basmati rice.
Gosht VindalooLamb or beef cooked with hot, spicy vinegar mixed sauce and potatoes. Served with basmati rice.
Kadai GoshtLamb or beef cooked with mixed vegetables in a light, spicy sauce. Served with basmati rice.
Gosht BhunaMedium hot lamb cooked with tomatoes and onions. Served with basmati rice.
Gosht DhansakLamb cooked with lentils, hot spices, Persian style. Served with basmati rice.
Lamb PasandaLamb cooked with cream, almonds and sweet spices Mughlai fashion. Served with basmati rice.

Seafood

Lasuni ShrimpBaby shrimp seasoned with zesty garlic sauce served with poori.
Jhinga ChatpotaSpicy fried shrimp with hot, sweet and sour sauce.
Shrimp CurryServe with rice,Shrimp cooked with spice flavored sauce.Served with rice
Shrimp VindalooServe with rice,Shrimp cooked in a very hot sauce with potatoes, Madras style.Served with rice
Shrimp PatiaServe with rice,Shrimp cooked in a very hot sauce with lentils, Madras style.Served with rice
Shrimp SabjiServe with rice,Fresh shrimp cooked with choice of mushrooms, spinach, or cauliflower in a thick spice flavored sauce.Served with rice
Kadai ShrimpServe with rice,Chef's special. Shrimp cooked with ground spices, bell peppers, broccoli, tomatoes and herbs, served in an Indian wok.Served with rice
Bhagari ShrimpServe with rice,Chef's special. Jumbo shrimp cooked in a tangy garlic sauce.Served with rice
Fish MasalaServe with rice Chef's special. Filleted fish cooked with rich tomato sauce and fenugreek leaves.Served with rice
Shrimp MasalaServe with rice, Chef's special. Shrimp cooked with rich tomato sauce and fenugreek leaves.Served with rice
Fish MalabarServe with rice, Chunks of salmon simmered in a spicy hot coconut sauce.Served with rice
Tilapia DopiazaServe with rice,Stir-fried filleted tilapia topped with sauternes onions and exotic spices and herbs.Served with rice
Lasuni ShrimpBaby shrimp seasoned with zesty garlic sauce served with poori.
Jhinga ChatpotaCrispy fried shrimp with hot, sweet and sour sauce.

Vegetarian and paneer

Daal PapriLentil and flour chips mixed with tamarind, yogurt and mint sauce.
Lasuni GobiCauliflower seasoned with garlic, curry leaves and an exotic blend of Indian spices. Vegan.
Mixed Vegetable CurryServe with rice, Fresh vegetables cooked in onion and garlic in a light spicy sauce. Vegan.all chicken entrees serve with rice
Malai KoftaServe with rice, Mixed vegetable dumplings.Served with rice
Navratan KormaServe with rice, Mixed vegetables cooked in cream and sweet spices.Served with rice
Chana MasalaServe with rice, Chickpeas cooked with onions, tomatoes and freshly ground spices. Vegan.Served with rice
Vegetable JalfreziServe with rice, Stir-fried vegetables cooked in a sweet and sour sauce. Vegan.Served with rice
Aloo Matar GobiServe with rice, Chef's special. Florets of cauliflower, peas and potatoes in delicate spices. Vegan.serve with rice
Bhindi MasalaServe with rice, Okra cooked with onions, tomatoes and an exotic blend of Indian spices. Vegan.Served with rice
Saag PaneerHomemade cheese cooked with creamed spinach.Served with rice
Mattar PaneerServe with rice Homemade cheese cooked with green peas.Served with rice
Chana SaagServe with rice, Chef's special. Spinach cooked with chickpeas and exotic spices. Vegan.Served with rice
Daal SaagServe with rice,Spinach cooked with onions and tomatoes with lentils. Vegan.Served with rice
Saag AlooServe with rice, Spinach cooked with onions and tomatoes with potatoes. Vegan.Served with rice
Saag KhumbServe with rice, Spinach cooked with onions and tomatoes with mushrooms. Vegan.Served with rice
Daal MakhniServe with rice, Mixed lentils and red kidney beans. Vegan.Served with rice
Aloo BaiganServe with rice, Chef's special. Eggplant and potatoes cooked with toasted cumin and exotic spices. Vegan.Served with rice
Kheema MatarServe with rice, Ground beef and green peas cooked with onions, toasted cumin, green chili and coriander.Served with rice
Lasuni GobiCauliflower seasoned with garlic, curry leaves and an exotic blend of Indian spices. Vegan.
Daal PapriLentil and flour chips mixed with tamarind, yogurt and mint sauce.
Kheema MatarGround beef and green peas cooked with onions, toasted cumin, green chili and coriander. Served with basmati rice.
Chana MasalaChickpeas cooked with onions, tomatoes and freshly ground spices. Vegan. Served with basmati rice.
Saag PaneerHomemade cheese cooked with creamed spinach. Served with basmati rice.
Mattar PaneerHomemade cheese cooked with green peas. Served with basmati rice.
Daal SaagSpinach cooked with onions and tomatoes with lentils. Vegan. Served with basmati rice.
Mixed Vegetable CurryFresh vegetables cooked in onion and garlic in a light spicy sauce. Vegan. Served with basmati rice.
Malai KoftaMixed vegetable dumplings. Served with basmati rice.
Navratan KormaMixed vegetables cooked in cream and sweet spices. Served with basmati rice.
Vegetable JalfreziStir-fried vegetables cooked in a sweet and sour sauce. Vegan. Served with basmati rice.
Aloo Matar GobiFlorets of cauliflower, peas and potatoes in a delicate spices. Vegan. Served with basmati rice.
Bhindi MasalaOkra cooked with onions, tomatoes and an exotic blend of Indian spices. Vegan. Served with basmati rice.
Saag AlooSpinach cooked with onions and tomatoes with potatoes. Vegan. Served with basmati rice.
Chana SaagSpinach cooked with chickpeas and exotic spices. Vegan. Served with basmati rice.
Saag KhumbSpinach cooked with onions and tomatoes with mushrooms. Vegan. Served with basmati rice.
Daal MakhniMixed lentils and red kidney beans. Vegan. Served with basmati rice.
Aloo BaiganEggplant and potatoes cooked with toasted cumin and exotic spices. Vegan. Served with basmati rice.

Biryani and rice

Sharso Ka MachaliServe with rice, Fresh fish sauteed with herbs, mustard and spices, garnished with onions, peppers, and tomatoes.Served with rice
Baigan BharthaServe with rice, Eggplant puree cooked with fresh tomatoes, onions, herbs and spices. Vegan.Served with rice
Hyderabadi BaiganServe with rice,Chef's special. Baby eggplant cooked in onion, peanut, coconut and sesame sauce. Vegan.Served with rice
Diet SpecialSoup, grilled chicken breast, fresh vegetable of the day and salad. Please contact the restaurant for today's selection. Served with rice
Banarassi PullaoSaffron basmati rice cooked with garden fresh vegetables. Vegan.
Shrimp BiryaniFresh shrimp sauteed in herbs, dry fruit, nuts and spices cooked with basmati rice.
Lamb Biryani or Goat BiryaniBasmati rice with cubes of lamb or goat cooked with saffron, onions, ginger, garlic, dried fruits, nuts, herbs and spices.
Chicken BiryaniBasmati rice with cubes of chicken cooked with saffron, onions, ginger, garlic, dried fruits, nuts, herbs and spices.
Poona Special Kacchi BiryaniBasmati rice with minced meat, saffron, dry fruits, nuts and exotic spices garnished with tandoori chicken.
Peas PullaoLong grain basmati rice with saffron and green peas. Vegan.
Brown Rice
Lemon RicePrepared with roasted mustard seeds, curry leaves and lemon juice. Vegan.
White rice
White Rice
Goat biryaniPieces of goat, cooked with exotic, biryani, spices mixed with rice
Gluten Free Rice Flour Bread
Baigan BharthaEggplant puree cooked with fresh tomatoes, onions, herbs and spices. Vegan. Served with basmati rice.
Hyderabadi BaiganBaby eggplant cooked in onion, peanut, coconut and sesame sauce. Vegan. Served with basmati rice.

Indo-Chinese

Breads

Dahi Battata PooriMini poori stuffed with potatoes and chickpeas, topped with tamarind, yogurt and mint sauce.
Crabs BombayCrabs, sauteed with onions and tomatoes flavored with herbs and served with poori.
Chana Bhajee with PooriChickpeas cooked in spices and served with poori. Vegan.
NaanUnleavened bread of superfine flour cooked in a tandoor.
RotiTypical Indian bread made from whole wheat flour baked in a charcoal oven. Vegan.
ChapatiThin whole wheat bread. Vegan.
ParathaMulti-layered whole wheat flour bread.
Keema NaanNaan stuffed with spice-flavored minced meat.
Pannee KwchaNaan stuffed with spice-flavored cheese.
Aloo NaanNaan stuffed with spice-flavored potatoes.
Onion KulchaBread stuffed with sauteed spice-flavored diced onions.
PooriDeep fried puffed whole wheat bread. Vegan.
Aloo ParathaParatha stuffed with mildly spiced potatoes.
Garlic NaanNaan topped with fresh garlic.
Alachi Masala Special NaanNaan stuffed with cherries, raisins, and coconut.
Bread BasketChoice of 3 breads. Except poori
Paneer Kulcha
Penner KeuchaBread stuffed with sauteed spice-flavored diced onions and cheese.
Chana Bhajee with PooriChickpeas cooked in spices and served with poori. Vegan.
Crabs BombayCrabs, sauteed with onions and tomatoes flavored with herbs and served with poori.
Dahi Battata PooriMini poori stuffed with potatoes and chickpeas, topped with tamarind, yogurt and mint sauce. Vegan.

Sides and extras

Kids

Desserts

Drinks

Overview

220 dishes on the menu we read, about 116 of them without meat or seafood
Price: $$ (moderate)
Vegan options

Dishes you can get here

Goat Biryani

Veg Biryani

Chicken Tikka Masala

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Location

488 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10024 · Get directions

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Questions people ask

Where is Alachi Masala?

Alachi Masala is at 488 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10024. Phone: +1212-874-0737.

Does Alachi Masala have vegetarian options?

Yes. About 116 of the 220 dishes on the menu we read have no meat or seafood, for example Chana Chat, Daal Papri, Dahi Battata Poori and Bombay Bhel Poori.

What dishes does Alachi Masala serve?

Their menu includes Bhel Puri, Bhindi Masala, Butter Chicken, Chana Masala, Chicken Biryani, Chicken Tikka, Chicken Tikka Masala, Gajar Halwa, Garlic Naan and Goat Biryani.

How expensive is Alachi Masala?

It is in our $$ price range (moderate).

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