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Menu Moonee Ponds & St Kilda

Served daily using local ingredients. All menu items are subject to change according to seasonality and availability. Banyan Tree Indian Restaurant Menu Served between 5 pm - 9:30 pm



Chef's Specials Menu




Signature Lamb Shank Curry

Fall-off-the-bone lamb shank braised in a royal Nawabi-style gravy of saffron, yoghurt, and aromatic spices.

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Chicken Malabari

Kerala coastal speciality – chicken on the bone simmered with coconut milk, curry leaves, and roasted spices.

with Bone

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Chicken Kolhapuri

A fiery Maharashtrian delicacy — bone-in chicken slow-cooked with roasted coconut, dry red chillies, and flavorful spices.

with Bone

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Paneer Do Pyaza

Tender paneer simmered with a double tempering of onions – caramelised for sweetness and sautéed for bite – enriched with aromatic spices for a hearty, homestyle classic with a refined touch.

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Aloo Paneer Vindaloo

A bold Goan classic reimagined with tender paneer and potatoes, slow-cooked in a fiery vinegar-spiced masala.

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Cheesy Dahi Pakora

Golden, crisp pakoras stuffed with molten cheese, draped in cooling yoghurt and finished with tangy chutneys and spice dust – a playful twist on a street classic, reimagined for indulgence.

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Chicken 65

South Indian favourite—crisp chicken morsels tossed with curry leaves, chilli, and garlic for a fiery bite.

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Gobi Chilli Angara

Cauliflower florets crisp-fried and tossed with aromatic spices, curry leaves, and a chilli tempering.

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Dahi Bhalla Chaat

Soft lentil dumplings in creamy yoghurt, topped with tamarind, mint chutneys and a sprinkle of spices - finished with pomegranate for a refreshing, tangy delight.

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Chilli Angara Biryani

Spiced chicken tossed with chilli and curry leaves, layered with saffron basmati rice, and finished on dum.

Chicken bonless

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Dum Biryani

Layers of basmati rice and marinated chicken with bones sealed and slow-steamed in ghee and saffron — fragrant, tender and layered.

Chicken, Bone-in

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Prawn Biryani

Succulent prawns cooked in the traditional flavoured dum basmati rice, saffron, and coastal spices.

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Paneer Biryani

Delicate aromatic basmati rice with spiced paneer and vegetables, gently cooked with saffron and whole spices.

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ENTRÉE ~ TANDOOR & PAKORA DELIGHTS

(VEGETARIAN)




Samosa

Hand-rolled pastry with spiced potato and peas, fried to golden crispness.

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Samosa Chaat

Crumbled samosa topped with tamarind, yoghurt, and fresh coriander.

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Tikki Chaat

Potato patties dressed with chutneys, yoghurt and herbs for tangy indulgence.

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Onion Pakora

Onion fritters in fragrant gram-flour batter, crisp-fried.

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Gobi (cauliflower) Pakora

Cauliflower florets in spiced batter, crunchy yet tender.

4pcs

12


8pcs

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Mix Pakora

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Chilli Angara Paneer

Paneer tossed in fiery hot spices, served with mint chutney.

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Paneer Tikka

Spiced yoghurt-marinated paneer, chargrilled till smoky and tender.

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Tandoori Mushroom

Mushrooms marinated in spices, seared in the tandoor to perfection.

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ENTRÉE ~ TANDOOR & PAKORA DELIGHTS

(CHICKEN, MEAT & SEAFOOD)




Chicken Tikka

Boneless chicken marinated overnight in spiced yoghurt, chargrilled in the tandoor.

Half 4pcs

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Full 8pcs

20



Tandoori Chicken

Bone-in chicken marinated in herbs and yoghurt, roasted for juicy, spiced perfection.

Half 4pcs

15


Full 8pcs

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Chilli Angara Chicken (bonless)

Fiery chicken tossed in a bold chilli glaze, cooled with mint chutney.

19

Extra hot


Chilli Angara Chicken (with bones)

Fiery chicken tossed in a bold chilli glaze, cooled with mint chutney.

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Lamb Seekh Kebab

Minced lamb with herbs and spices, hand-shaped and smoked over coals.

Half 4pcs

14


Full 8pcs

21



Lamb Cutlet

Tandoori-spiced lamb cutlets, marinated overnight and chargrilled to succulence.

2pcs

16


4pcs

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Tandoori Grilled Fish

White fish fillets in ginger-garlic yoghurt and tandoori spices, roasted till flaky.

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Coastal Seafood Pakoras

Tender fish or plump prawns, spiced, lightly battered and golden-fried.

Fish Pakora

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Prawn Pakora

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SHARING PLATTER




Mix platter

A generous spread of 2pcs each of Chicken tikka, lamb seekh and Onion Pakora & Paneer Tikka presented with mint sauce

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Special Veggie Platter

An selection of 4pcs each paneer tikka, onion pakora, gobi pakora

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Tandoori Non-Veg Platter

A generous spread of 4pcs each of tandoori chicken, lamb seekh and chicken tikka, presented with mint sauce.

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Signature Tandoori platter

A generous spread of 8pcs Tandoori Chicken, 4pcs Lamb Seekh, 4pcs Lamb cutlet and 4pcs Chicken Tikka presented with mint sauce.

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MAINS CURRIES ~(CHICKEN)




Butter Chicken

Tandoor-roasted chicken bathed in a velvety tomato-cashew cream, finished with butter, a whisper of fenugreek and hint of sweetness.

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Punjabi Style Butter Chicken

Robust Punjabi-style curry simmered with onion-tomato gravy and aromatic whole spices - rustic, layered and deeply satisfying.

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Tandoori Murg Masala

Bone-in tandoori chicken in a smoky onion-tomato masala with peppers, Kashmiri chilli & kasoori methi. Medium heat, creamy finish.

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Chicken Tikka Masala

Chargrilled chicken tikka, chunks of onion and capsicum folded into a silky, spice-laden masala sauce that balances and cream.

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BT Special Chicken

Our signature shredded chicken in a glossy onion-tomato-cream reduction, layered with house spice blends.

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Chicken Korma

Boneless chicken simmered in an indulgent almond-cashew and saffron gravy - subtle, nutty and fragrant.

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Madras Chicken

South-Indian inspired curry with curry leaves, mustard seed tempering and a warm coconut nuance.

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Chicken Vindaloo

A bold Goan classic of tangy vinegar, garlic and chilli that wakes the palate - bright, sharp and fiery.

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Kadai Chicken

Stir-fried chicken tossed with capsicum, onion and a robust dry-spice blend for a lively, textured curry.

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Chicken Saag (Spinach)

Tender chicken simmered in a lush spinach purée with Mughlai spices for a silky, herbaceous finish.

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Dhaba style boneless Chicken curry

A soulful roadside-style curry, slow-cooked with caramelised onion and tomato for rustic depth and comfort.

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~ MAINS CURRIES (LAMB (BONELESS) / GOAT (WITH BONES)*)

(LAMB (BONELESS) / GOAT (WITH BONES)*)




Lamb Rogan Josh

Kashmiri-style slow-braised lamb in a fragrant blend of warming spices and Kashmiri paprika - deeply aromatic and unctuous.

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Goat Curry

Village-style goat curry simmered on the bone for concentrated depth, layered with cinnamon and warming masalas.

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Lamb Kadai / Goat Kadai

Chunks of meat wok-finished with capsicum, onion and freshly-ground whole spices for a vibrant, rustic curry.

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Lamb Korma / Goat Korma

Tender meat enveloped in a silky almond-cashew korma sauce, finished with toasted almond slivers.

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Lamb Vindaloo / Goat Vindaloo

A tangy, slow-cooked Goan speciality with vinegar-kissed heat and fragrant spice - bright, bold and memorable.

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Lamb Madras / Goat Madras

South Indian inspired meat infused with fresh curry leaves, mustard seeds and coconut.

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Lamb Saag / Goat Saag (Spinach)

Slow-braised meat folded into a luxuriant spinach gravy, marrying earthiness with rich spice.

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MAINS CURRIES ~ (SEAFOOD)




Goan Fish

Coastal fish simmered in a coconut-coriander broth with Goan spice - fragrant, tangy and silk-textured.

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Prawn Masaledar

Succulent prawns braised in a tomato-capsicum masala with coconut and coriander, yielding bold, rustic flavours.

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Fish Butter Masala

Tender fish fillets simmered in a luscious tomato-cashew cream base, mellowed with butter and lifted by a touch of fenugreek.

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Prawn Butter Masala

Succulent prawns simmered in a luscious tomato-cashew cream base, mellowed with butter and lifted by a touch of fenugreek.

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Fish Vindaloo

A spicy coastal preparation of fish in a tangy, vinegary chilli masala with bright, lingering heat.

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Prawn Vindaloo

A spicy coastal preparation of prawn in a tangy, vinegary chilli masala with bright, lingering heat.

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~ Mains Curries ~ (Vegetarian)




Chef's special Methi Malai matter paneer

Shredded paneer cubes with peas and fenugreek leaves in a delicately spiced, creamy malai sauce - fragrant and refined.

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Paneer Butter Masala

Hand-pressed paneer simmered in a rich tomato-onion cream sauce and finished with fresh coriander.

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Paneer Kadai

Paneer seared with capsicum, onion and a smoky, freshly-ground kadai spice mix for a lively, textured curry.

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Shahi Paneer

Royal-style paneer in a velvety cashew-tomato gravy, garnished with cream and toasted almond flakes.

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Palak Paneer

Silky spinach purée enveloping cubes of paneer, seasoned with a subtle cloak of warming spices.

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Malai Kofta

Golden paneer-and-nut dumplings simmered in a luxurious cream and spice sauce - indulgent and aromatic.

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Mushroom Mutter Korma

Earthy mushrooms and peas in a fragrant, coconut & tomato-based masala finished with fresh coriander.

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Gobi Mutter

Tender potatoes, cauliflower and garden peas simmered in a delicately spiced onion-tomato gravy.

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Eggplant & Potato

Smoky roasted eggplant paired with potato in a subtly spiced, herb-forward sauce.

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Vegetable Jalfrezi

A vibrant medley of seasonal vegetables tossed in a tangy, wok-stirred spice sauce.

19.5



Vegetable Korma

Garden fresh seasonal vegetables enveloped in a silky almond-cashew korma sauce, finished with toasted almond slivers.

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Aloo Saagwala

Potatoes luxuriating in a creamy spinach curry with tempered spices

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Dal Tadka

Yellow lentils tempered with cumin and garlic, garnished with a sizzling tadka for an aromatic lift.

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Dal Makhani

Black lentils and kidney beans slow-cooked overnight, enriched with butter and cream for a silky, smoky finish.

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Naan Aur Roti ~ Bread




Butter Naan

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Butter Roti

5



Garlic Naan

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Lachha Paratha

7



Cheese Naan

8



Cheese & Garlic naan

8.5



Kashmiri Naan

9



Chilli naan

7



Kheema Naan

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Masala Kulcha

7




Mains ~ (Rice / Biryani)




Dum Biryani Chicken (boneless)

Layers of basmati rice and marinated chicken sealed and slow-steamed in ghee and saffron - fragrant, tender and layered.

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Dum Biryani Goat (with bones)

Long-grain basmati layered with aromatic meat, saffron and caramelised onions - slow-cooked for depth and perfume.

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Dum Biryani Lamb (boneless)

Long-grain basmati layered with aromatic meat, saffron and caramelised onions - slow-cooked for depth and perfume.

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Veg Biryani

Saffron-tinted basmati with seasonal vegetables, whole spices and crisp fried onions - vibrant and fragrant.

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Kashmiri Pulov

A jeweled rice of nuts, raisins and saffron, gently spiced and subtly sweet - a regal accompaniment.

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Peas Pulov

Basmati tossed with sweet green peas and tempering spices - simple, fragrant and comforting.

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Jeera Rice

Fluffy basmati tempered with toasted cumin seeds for an aromatic, elegant side.

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Saffron Rice

Delicately saffron-infused basmati that lifts any curry with floral aroma and golden hue.

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Plain Rice

Perfectly steamed basmati rice - the ideal canvas for our rich, spiced gravies.

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Accompaniments




Raita

5



Pappadam (4 pcs)

5



Sweet Mango Chutney / Mixed Pickle

3



Extra dipping sauce Mint / Tamarind / Chilli

2



Onion Salad

5



Onion with Chilli salad

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Desserts ~ Menu




Homemade Kulfi Ice-Cream

Mango, Pistachio, Paan or lychee

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Gulab Jamun

India's most cherished festival dessert. Fried dumplings scented with cardamon and steeped in rose and saffron syrup

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Carrot halwa

Grated carrots slow cooked with milk and delicately scented with cardamon and garnished with Almond flakes

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