Indian weddings are always a grand event with rich traditions, rituals, colorful decor, and flavorful Indian food. In fact, Food is often the star of the show. If the food is excellent and pleases your guests, you can bet they will not forget your grand wedding for a long time. Therefore, choosing an experienced Indian catering company is very crucial. At Mahal Classic Indian, we give our undivided attention to preparing the most delicious and mouthwatering Indian Specialty dishes with a magnificent presentation. In addition, we offer a customizable menu option to create a menu that would delight your Indian guests’ taste palate with finger-licking, lip-smacking food.

If you haven’t selected which dishes to serve at your wedding, here are the top Indian dishes you should definitely include in your wedding menu:

Non-Veg specialties

Tandoori Chicken

For all the meat lovers at your wedding, you can choose to serve Tandoori Chicken. It is a very popular dish cooked with marinated chicken in hung yogurt with various Indian spices like ginger, garlic, roasted herbs, saffron. At Mahal Classic Indian, we can cook it fresh at your event venue in our clay oven.

Seekh Kabab

Ground lamb kebab is one of the favorite dishes of Indian food lovers. At Mahal Classic Indian, we traditionally cook Seekh Kebabs with a blend of spices, coriander, and ginger slow roasted for authentic Indian taste.

Chicken Tikka Masala

Chicken Tikka Masala is a flavorful dish beloved by every meat lover. It is cooked with boneless marinated chicken pieces with garlic, ginger, gram flour, creamy tomato, and fenugreek sauce. Since it is traditionally cooked in a clay oven, it has a unique smokiness that will delight your guests.

Chicken/Goat Biryani

And of course, the Non-veg section in your wedding is incomplete without Biryani. Depending on your guests’ preferences, you can serve chicken biryani or goat biryani at your event for an unforgettable experience. It is a savory mixed rice dish that includes spices, rice, and layers of meat (such as beef, chicken, goat, lamb, or vegetables) steamed together in a huge pot.

Veg Specialties

Paneer Lajawab

Most Indian weddings usually have a majority of vegetarians. For them, you can serve the Paneer Lajawab from Mahal Classic Indian. It is paneer cooked in a tomato, yogurt, onion sauce, fenugreek leaves, and an extensive blend of spices, including chili powder, garam masala, ginger garlic paste, Kasoori methi, and more.

Dal Makhani

It is a traditional North Indian dish made of black lentils simmered overnight in onions, garlic, butter, and Indian spices. It is famous for its creamy and buttery texture and savory taste. Dal Makhani will pair beautifully with naan or kulcha at your wedding. (Your event will definitely win over many guests with this dish.)

Malai Kofta

Originated from the royal kitchens in India, Malai Kofta is potato & paneer balls dipped in rich and creamy curry. The kofta balls are stuffed with a mix of dried fruits, nuts, and deep-fried. Moreover, its savory sauce is made with tomatoes, sugar, cream, and aromatic Indian spices. It tastes phenomenal with Laccha Paratha (multi-layered bread cooked in clay oven), Garlic Naan, or Poori (whole wheat, deep-fried puffed bread). You can also serve it with Basmati rice.

Vegetable Pulao

Pulao is an essential part of any Indian wedding feast. Pulao is baked basmati rice with vegetables, dry fruits, nuts, raisins, saffron, and many delicious spices. It pairs well will almost all kinds of curry-based dishes at your wedding. You can also serve it along with Masala Raita or Boondi Raita.

Mahal Classic Indian restaurant also offers a wide variety of appetizers and Indian desserts that will make your grand wedding event a huge success. We have extensive experience serving all kinds of special events, from weddings, receptions, engagement parties to private parties and corporate events. We are well-equipped to handle all your catering needs and unique dietary preferences by including vegan and gluten-free items as part of your customized wedding menu without compromising the taste.

So, if you want to serve excellent Indian cuisine at your wedding or other special occasions, hire trusted and reliable catering services from Mahal Classic Indian. Get in touch with our team to discuss your catering requirements today!

Indian cuisine is best known for its rich variety and aromatic spices that bring a unique flavor to each delicacy. While the mains have been garnering praise from all across the world, the starters still remain a mysterious platter of tiny bits of tangy, savory, and sometimes spicy entrees. Appetizers act as teasers for our taste palette, prepping the body for the meals ahead with tiny bite-sized morsels. While traditional Indian appetizers were fritters, finger foods, and papads, cultural evolutions have brought fusion food into play, and today Indian cuisine is as vibrant as any other! From soups to fried, crunchy bites and the tandoori specialties, Mahal Classic Indian takes extra pride in serving cult-favorite entrees for every taste palette. Here, we attempt to compile our top-rated appetizers that are a must-try! 

Punjabi Seekh.

Anyone familiar with Indian food will know that no starters’ platter is complete without a skewers’ delicacy. This is partly because every Indian appetizer has a unique cooking method, but the essence remains in making the juices of the ingredients bring out the flavor of sprinkled garnishes and the tangy flavor of the spices. Thus, presenting Punjabi Seekh, a sinful combination of softest paneer with crunchy peppers, grilled and served with sweet tamarind and chili chutney also called paneer tikka. This recipe is sure to win hearts and make your mouth water!

Hara Bhara Kabab.

Taking the healthy veggie combination to the next level is a hara bhara kabab featuring spinach patties, cottage cheese, and spicy chilies, masalas, and chutneys to fire up your taste buds. Not made for the faint-hearted, this combination remains the favorite among serious Indian food lovers. So, if you’re up for a spicy ride, hop on the kabab train!

Vegetable Samosa.

Admittedly, no starters’ recommendation list is complete without mentioning the popular Indian street food and supper snacks like Aloo Tikki, Bhel poori, Dahi Bhalla, Chaat Papdi, and the award-winning piece of art, Vegetable Samosa! These crispy turnovers are packed with mashed potatoes seasoned with herbs, chilies, peas, chunks of paneer, and much more. This versatile recipe has over 100 variations, each with an amazingly finger-licking, tangy taste that leaves everyone wowed. Served with tamarind and mint-chili sauce, try a samosa, and you’ll forever associate Indian food with it.

Thecha Jhinga.

Traveling south towards the region, with a prominent preference for seafood, prawns are used in many staples in the states of Kerala, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and other regions. A more widely prepared condiment used to cook prawns is Thecha, a spicy mixture made with basal ingredients of chili peppers, garlic, sesame, cumin cloves, and generous dollops of coconut seasoning. Jhinga, a Hindi name for prawns, is sauteed and then served with a toss in a bowl of Thecha.

Sikampuri Kabab.

While it originated in Pakistan, Hydrabadi sikampuri kabab has made a way in the Indian food platter after many regions made their own versions. Shikampuri kebab finds its lovers in Lukhnow, Delhi, and Pakistan alike. Mahal Classic Indian chefs proudly bring the recipe of grilled ground lamb patties, chickpea lentils, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and garlic that are sure to take your taste buds on a rollercoaster ride. So, order this royal delicacy and lose yourself in the rich flavors of sinful goodness!

Mahal Classic Indian is an authentic Indian restaurant serving our esteemed patrons with scrumptious meals made from farm-fresh ingredients and flavorful, traditional herbs and spices. Reserve a table or order take-out and enjoy truly Indian dishes and savor every bite!