If you’re visiting Earl’s Court to take in a show at the Empress Museum, be inspired by the art at the Mosaic Rooms or simply explore the Victorian streets and garden squares, you’re sure to work up an appetite. Vegetarians looking for Indian cuisine in the area be sure will love the authentic delights on offer at Little India, just a stone’s throw away in South Kensington.
There’s something for everyone on the menu, which showcases aromatic spice blends and fresh ingredients, bringing a taste of the Indian subcontinent to the English capital. Vegetarian dishes are highly popular in India, especially in Northern and Western states. They’re clearly marked with a ‘V’ on menus; here are some you cannot miss.
Starters
You won’t find a shortage of delicious vegetarian Indian starters in the Earl’s Court area. Some of the most popular include vegetable samosas, onion bhajis and a range of soups. Lentil soup prepared with onion, ginger and finished with fresh coriander is particularly comforting, or you might want to opt for Mulligatawny soup, a richly flavoured lentil-based ‘colonial inspired’ soup. An Indian vegetarian restaurant catering to those who don’t eat meat is sure to have options like this on their menu that are both flavoursome and nourishing.
Main Courses
If you’re looking for healthy Indian food or vegetarian options, you’ll find some truly tempting options such as include a Vegetable Biryani. This traditional dish is made with layered vegetables and rice, making it balanced, filling and delicious.
Another good option is Paneer Tikka Masala. This includes all the warming flavours of the popular Chicken Tikka Masala dish – fenugreek, tomatoes, ground spices – yet features an Indian cheese which holds its texture in a sauce and doesn’t crumble. Prefer something hotter? Paneer Jalfrezi, made with fresh onions and green peppers, is also a popular choice for those who don’t eat meat.
Most Indian restaurant menus also have a specific section dedicated to vegetable dishes. From Sag Aloo (spinach and potatoes) which is vegetarian and vegan so long as ghee isn’t used, to Chana Masala (chickpeas cooked in butter and traditional spices) and a Mixed Vegetable Curry, there’s plenty to satisfy your appetite. Aloo Gobi, a classic North Indian vegetarian dish made with potatoes and cauliflower, and cooked with aromatic spices, might also prove tempting.
Sides and Sundries
Of course, the great thing about Indian cuisine is that rice is vegetarian and vegan, so you can enjoy a hearty portion of grains with a veggie main. Sides, including roti, chapati and naan, also provide the perfect accompaniment to saucier dishes. Of course, dips such as raitha and mango chutney will add even more colour and flavour to your dish.
Discover the best vegetarian Indian food in Earl’s Court
If you’re looking for a vegetarian and vegan Indian restaurant near Earl’s Court that serves up a range of delicious dishes and has something for everyone, don’t miss Little India. Based in Kensington, it’s perfect for anyone visiting popular tourist attractions such as the Science Museum, Royal Opera House, or V&A Museum.
