Lungi South Indian & Sri Lankan Restaurant Menu
Welcome to Lungi South Indian & Sri Lankan Restaurant, where flavors dance and aromas linger. Nestled in New York City, this culinary gem offers an exquisite menu inspired by the rich traditions of South Indian and Sri Lankan cuisine. Each dish tells a story, from Pakora fritters spiced to perfection to the succulent Malai Kebab marinated in creamy goodness.
- Appetizers: Start your meal with delightful choices like Onion Bhaji and Masala Fries, perfect for sharing.
- Tandoor Specialties: Indulge in the Tandoori Chicken or Lamb Chops, each infused with vibrant spices.
- Refreshing Beverages: Complement your meal with a traditional Masala Chai or a sweet Mango Lassi.
The welcoming atmosphere, including wheelchair accessibility and outdoor seating, makes every visit memorable. Whether for dine-in, takeout, or delivery, Lungi promises an authentic experience that delights and satisfies your culinary cravings.
Appetizer
Pakora
Onion, potato, eggplant & bell pepper fritters in house spiced chickpea flour.
Manchurian
Lightly battered to order, tossed in a sweet & tangy sauce.
Onion Bhaji
Fresh cut onions coated in chickpea batter and house spices, fried golden brown.
Masala Fries
Crispy french fries with house spices & curry leaves.
Samosa
Pastry with potato, green peas fried till golden brown.
Chaat
Chickpea curry drizzled with house-made chutneys.
Papadum Trio
Plain, jeera, & ground pepper papadum with house chutneys.
Pepper Fry
Onions, bell pepper sauteed with ground black pepper.
Chicken Wrap
Chopped tandoor chicken, garlic sauce, veggies, rolled in wheat bread.
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Lightly fried in blend of rice & corn flour with house spices.
Tikka Masala
Creamy tomato sauce with fenugreek & garlic.
Butter sauce
Buttery tomato sauce, sliced bell peppers & onions.
Korma
Creamy cashew sauce with garlic & cardamom.
Saag
Creamy spinach sauce with garlic.
Madras
Ground coconut sauce with toasted mustard seeds & coriander.
Traditional Curry
Tomato onion sauce with ginger, garlic & turmeric.
Chettinad
Coconut milk sauce, ground coconut & black pepper.
Vindaloo
Spicy tomato onion sauce with red chilies & bay leaves.
Rogan Josh
Rendered lamb tallow tomato sauce with garam masala.
Fish Molly
Coconut milk, tempered mustard seed & turmeric, sliced onions.
Kerala Fish Curry
Coconut & tomato sauce, tangy kokkum, mustard seeds.
Phaal
Onion sauce with habanero & green chilies, & garam masala.
Curry
Bread
Garlic Naan
Butter Naan
Cheese Naan
Onion Naan
Chili Naan
Peshwari Naan
Keema Naan
Roti
Dal Tadka
Lentils, cumin seeds, sliced ginger & fresh garlic.
Dal Makhani
Creamy black lentils, ghee, cumin seeds, ginger, hint of tomato sauce.
Chana Masala
Chickpeas, tomato onion sauce & house spices.
Aloo Gobi
Light tomato sauce with potato, cauliflower, onions, bell peppers.
Vegan Trio
Coconut milk sauce with tofu, eggplant and potato.
Paneer Khurchan
Shredded paneer, bell peppers & onions, fenugreek tomato sauce.
Malai Kofta
Mixed veggie dumpling, cashew & coconut milk sauce.
Kadai
Light garlic tomato sauce with bell peppers & onion.
Meatless Marvels
Tandoor
Malai Kebab
Boneless chicken marinated in cream cheese & ground almond paste.
Basil Chicken
Boneless chicken marinated with fresh ground basil & yogurt.
Lamb Chops
Lamb chops with a marinade of yogurt, garam masala, & ginger-garlic paste.
Tandoori Chicken
Chicken thigh & drumsticks marinated in yogurt with garam masala, ground ginger-garlic paste.
Chicken Tikka
Boneless chicken marinated in yogurt with.
Tandoori Shrimp
Whole shrimp marinated in yogurt with cumin, turmeric & ginger-garlic paste.
Masala Salmon
Salmon filet pan seared with ginger garlic paste, Kashmir chili, coriander & curry leaves.
Pompano
Whole pompano pan seared with kashmir chili, coriander, ginger & curry leaves.
Tandoori Sampler
Sampler plate (2 each) of tandoor favorites: basil chicken, malai kebab, chicken tikka, tandoori chicken, tandoori shrimp, lamb chops.
Biryani Rice
Caramelized onions, saffron & whole spices.
Fried Rice
Cabbage, bell pepper, garlic, soy sauce & touch of tomato sauce.
Jeera Rice
Sauteed cumin seeds & curry leaves.
Coconut Rice
Coconut milk, mustard seeds & curry leaves.
Lemon Rice
Fresh lemon juice, turmeric, mustard seeds & curry leaves.
Rice
Beverages
Masala chai
Mango lassi
coke
diet coke
lemonade
sweet tea
unsweet tea
Gulab jamun
Decadent,golden fried dumpligs with cardamom&rose water syrup
Mango mouse
Creamy mango mousse with biscuit crumble
Carrot halwa
grated carrot simmered with milk,ghee&cardamom
Pistachio kulfi
Rich Indian ice cream with pistachios & cardamom
Rice pudding
Rice slowly simmered with condensed milk&cardamom
Rasamalai
Soft paneer dumplings with a sweet saffron infused creamy sauce
Desserts
sides
raita 4oz
mint chutney 4oz
mango chutney4oz
Tamarind chutney4oz
jeera pappad
Indian salad
onion,chilly,lemon
