It's National Curried Chicken day: 7 Indian restaurants to check out in Albuquerque

Elizabeth Tucker, Albuquerque Journal, N.M.
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Jan. 12—Curried chicken has many variations, such as Tikka Masala, Korma, Vindaloo or Madras Curry to name a few.

This dish is made with chicken stewed in a sauce, usually made from Ghee, also known as clarified butter. Onions, garlic and a variety of spices such as cumin, cinnamon and ginger give the dish its savory flavor.

In celebration of National Curried Chicken Day here are 7 Indian restaurants worth checking out in Albuquerque.

Naan & Dosa

Following traditional Indian recipes, the chefs here use Halal ingredients, aiming to create savory, fresh and nourishing food for visitors.

LOCATION: 6501 Wyoming NE, 505-797-4243

HOURS: Lunch 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Dinner 5-9:30 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday; Closed Monday

Taste of India

One of the most popular dishes here is the Chicken Tikka Masala made with chicken thighs and curd. There are also a variety of vegetarian options

LOCATION: 1605 Juan Tabo NE, 505-294-6342

HOURS: Lunch 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Dinner 5-9 p.m. Monday-Saturday; Closed Sunday

Curry Leaf Restaurant

This restaurant brings the flavors of north and south India to Albuquerque.

LOCATION: 6910 Montgomery NE, 505-881-3663

HOURS: Lunch 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Dinner 5-9:30 p.m. Daily

Taj Mahal Cuisine of India

The signature dish here is a Murg Tikka Makhani, which is chicken kebabs in a herb and tomato sauce with a buttery texture.

LOCATION: 1430 Carlisle NE, 505-255-1994

HOURS: Lunch 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Daily, Dinner 5-9:30 p.m. Sunday-Thursday; 5-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday

Annapurna's World Vegetarian Café

This restaurant aims to serve healing cuisine by following the ayurvedic tradition— an Indian form of medical care based on maintaining a balance between nature and the human body. You won't find eggs, meat, poultry, seafood, white sugar, refined sugar, white flour, artificial sweeteners, honey, peanuts, preservatives or pesticides on the menu; instead the restaurant offers food made from organic produce that is locally grown.

LOCATIONS:

5200 Eubank Blvd. NE, 505-275-2424

2201 Silver Ave. SE, 505-262-2424

HOURS:

Eubank: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Daily

Silver: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday

Namaste Cuisine of India and Nepal Restaurant

The buffet lunch has different dishes every day. The extensive menu consists of Indian and Nepalese comfort food.

LOCATION: 1580 Deborah SE, 505-896-3126

HOURS: Lunch 11:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m., Dinner 5-9 p.m. Daily

Taaj Palace Indian Restaurant

This restaurant has been serving the residents of Albuquerque for decades. The food here aims to bring the warmth and love of Indian food to the city.

LOCATION: 1435 Eubank Ne, 505-296-0109

HOURS: Lunch 11 a.m.-2:15 p.m., Dinner 5-9:15 p.m.