About Zaffran Uk - 27 James Street
The Best British Indian Restaurant. Experience the true essence of Indian cuisine with a British twist at our restaurant. We blend traditional Indian flavors with a touch of contemporary flair, using the finest ingredients to create dishes that are rich,aromatic and unforgettable. From our signature curries to fresh, tandoor-baked breads and sides,every dish is crafted with love and passion.30% off entire menu
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Butter Chicken
£15.00Chicken Biryani
£17.00Murgh Malai Tikka
£14.00Bangalore Methi Chicken
£15.00Zaffran Lamb Curry
£18.00Palak Gosht
£19.00Nalli Gosht
£21.00Rogan Josh
£18.00Chicken Tikka
£14.00Tandoori Jhinga
£18.00
Small Plates and Starters
Aloo Samosa (2pcs)
Flaky, crisp Indian snack with potato & peas filling served with mint chutney.£7.00VegetarianPapadum
A light brittle flat cracker from South Asia made of lentil flour and served with chutney.£5.00Samosa Chaat
Crispy samosa with chickpeas, fresh onion, and tomato in a mint tamarind sauce.£9.00Paneer Pakora
Cottage cheese coated in flavoured batter & deep fried, served with mint chutney.£9.00VegetarianAmritsari Machhi
Originated from Mughal kitchens, boneless fried fish marinated with Indian spices.£11.00
Tandoori Starters
Murgh Malai Tikka
Chicken marinated in cream; green cardamom and white spices grilled over a clay oven.£14.00HalalLamb Chops
Marinated middle-neck lamb chops with stoned ground spices and dusted with Himalayan salt.£18.00HalalTandoori Jhinga
King prawns with mustard oil, coriander, and stone-grinded Kashmiri chilli.£18.00HalalChicken Tikka
Boneless pieces of chicken marinated in spiced yogurt threaded on a metal skewer and cooked on live charcoal.£14.00HalalSea Bass
Filter or freshwater sea bass cooked in tandoor served with Rice and coconut curry£17.50£25.00HalalTandoori Paneer Tikka
Chunks of cottage cheese marinated in spiced yogurt and grilled in a clay oven.£14.00VegetarianSheekh Kabab Lamb
Minced lamb meat on skewers, marinated with our signature spices, grilled on charcoal.£16.00HalalChicken Sheekh Kabab
Minced chicken meat on skewer marinated with our signature spices, grilled on charcoal.£14.00Halal
Biryani Specials
Served with raita.
Vegetable Biryani
Basmati rice layered over fresh seasonal vegetables with aromas of spices, herbs, and caramelised onions.£13.00Chicken Biryani
Slow-cooked Basmati rice in traditional Dum style, infused with hand-ground spices, saffron, mouthwatering flavours of tender Chicken.£17.00HalalKing Prawn Biryani
Slow-cooked Basmati rice in traditional Dum style, infused with hand-ground spices, saffron, mouthwatering flavours of Prawns.£19.00HalalLamb Biryani
Slow-cooked Basmati rice in traditional Dum style, infused with hand-ground spices, saffron, mouthwatering flavours of tender Lamb.£19.00Halal
Chicken
Butter Chicken
Tender and juicy chicken cubes in creamy rich gravy with a touch of sweetness.£15.00HalalChicken Tikka Masala
Marinated and charred chicken cubes simmered in a rich, flavourful creamy tomato based sauce£15.00HalalBangalore Methi Chicken
Boneless chicken cooked in a traditional Bangalore style with ground spices and fresh fenugreek leaves.£15.00HalalChicken Chettinad
South India's most famous and flavourful dish made with fresh ground spices and herbs.£15.00HalalChicken Shahi Korma
Tender chicken cooked in creamy gravy cooked with cashews, almonds, and raisins.£15.00Halal
Lamb
Rogan Josh
Tender cubes of lamb braised with aromatic spices using the dampokhtak slow-cooking technique.£18.00HalalNalli Gosht
Lamb shank delicacy cooked with an exotic melange of spices.£21.00HalalPalak Gosht
Boneless spring lamb cooked in a traditional North Indian style with fresh spinach, fenugreek, dill, and yogurt.£19.00HalalZaffran Lamb Curry
Mild, delicate, aromatic, and flavourful lamb curry infused with saffron.£18.00Halal
Seafood
Jhinga Moliee
Plump prawns cooked in light coconut sauce with curry leaves and mustard seeds.£18.00Malabar Fish Curry (Sea Bass)
Creamy fish curry with the goodness of coconut milk, coriander, and mustard seeds.£18.00Karahi Jhinga
King prawns cooked with tomatoes, ginger, chillies, and coriander.£19.00
Rice and Bread
Steamed Rice
Fluffy, aromatic long-grain rice, perfectly steamed to a tender, light texture.£5.00Butter Naan
A rich and indulgent variation of the plain naan, brushed with a generous layer of melted butter after baking.£4.00Pilau Rice
Aromatic, perfectly cooked long-grain basmati rice, gently seasoned with a blend of spices.£6.00Plain Naan
A soft, pillowy Indian flatbread,freshly baked in a traditional tandoor oven.£4.00Garlic Naan
A fragrant, soft flatbread infused with the bold flavour of freshly minced garlic and a touch of cilantro.£4.00Lachha Paratha
A flaky, buttery, multi layered Indian flatbread, expertly cooked in a clay oven.£4.00
Side Dishes
Dal Makahani
Black lentils cooked over 24 hours for extra harmony.£7.00Paneer Butter Masala
Cube of cottage cheese cooked in tomato, butter, and cashew sauce.£9.00Mixed Veg Handi
Seasonal fresh vegetables simmered in creamy, spicy gravy.£8.00Lasooni Dal Tadka
Yellow lentils tempered with cumin, chopped onion, ginger, and garlic.£7.00Aloo Palak
Fork-tender potatoes in a smooth, lightly spiced creamy spinach sauce.£8.00
Beverages
Lassi
£4.50Aerated Drinks
£3.50Nimbu Paani
£3.50Juices
£4.50Mocktails
£8.00Still Water
£4.00Sparkling Water
£4.00
Extras
Cucumber Raita
Yogurt fresh cucumbers mixed with herbs and ground spices£3.57VegetarianChutney ( Mango/ Mint/ Tamarind)
A chutney is a spread typically associated with Indian cuisines£1.40VegetarianPickle
A popular condiment in India, it is sweet tangy and salty£2.10VegetarianVegetable Salad
Fresh Lettuce, Tomatoes, sliced onion, carrots and cucumber£3.90VegetarianChicken Salad
Chunks of Tender chicken with fresh vegetables mixed with vinegar pepper and salt.£11.50Vegetarian