Masala Mantra - The Indian Bistro Menu
Masala Mantra - The Indian Bistro located in Cape Coral, FL, offers a vibrant mix of Indian flavors and dishes. With a wide range of menu options including appetizers like Manchurian Gobi and Paneer Pakora, unique bread options like Vegan Onion Naan and Garlic Naan, and even a Kids Menu with Nuggets & Fries, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Customers rave about the fresh and delicious food, personalized spice levels, and excellent service provided by the friendly staff. The restaurant provides a cozy ambiance perfect for a relaxed dining experience. Don't miss out on the chance to indulge in authentic Indian cuisine at Masala Mantra - The Indian Bistro.
Appetizers
Manchurian Gobi (cauliflower)
Spicy, sweet and tangy sauce tossed with golden fried cauliflower.
Masala fry chicken*
Crispy fried in rice flour & Indian spice, served with mint chutney.
Pakora (mix veggie)
Mixed veggies fried in chickpea flour coating (GF), served with various chutneys. Vegan option available as per request.
Paneer Pakora
Paneer (firm cheese) fried in chickpea flour coating (GF), served with mint and tamarind chutney.
Manchurian Shrimp
Spicy, sweet and tangy sauce tossed with Shrimp
Manchurian Chicken bites
Spicy, sweet and tangy sauce tossed with Chicken.
Manchurian Paneer
Spicy, sweet and tangy sauce tossed with golden fried paneer.
Masala fry shrimp*
Crispy fried shrimp in rice flour & Indian spice, served with mint chutney on side.
Onion bhaji
Onions fried in chickpea flour coating (GF), served with mint and tamarind chutney. vegan option available as per request.
Samosa chat*
2 samosas served with a chickpea curry topped with various chutneys. vegan option available as per request.
Vegan onion naan
Flat bread made in Tandoor clay oven stuffed with freshly chopped onion and cilantro.
Onion naan
Flat bread made in Tandoor clay oven stuffed with freshly chopped onion and cilantro.
Plain naan
vegan flat bread cooked in Tandoor clay oven
Garlic naan
Flat bread made in Tandoor clay oven with freshly chopped garlic and cilantro as topping.
Vegan garlic naan
Flat bread made in Tandoor clay oven with freshly chopped garlic and cilantro as topping.
Kashmiri naan
Flat bread made in Tandoor clay oven with stuffed raisin, nuts and dates.
Keema naan*
Flat bread made in Tandoor clay oven with stuffed chopped lamb and spices.
Vegan chilly naan*
Flat bread made in Tandoor clay oven with fresh chilly as a topping.
Vegan kashmiri naan
Flat bread made in Tandoor clay oven with stuffed raisin, nuts and dates.
Cheese naan
Flat bread made in Tandoor clay oven with cheese topping.
Roti naan ( whole wheat)
Whole wheat flat bread made in Tandoor clay oven.
Bullet naan*
Flat bread made in Tandoor clay oven with garlic, chilly and cilantro as topping.
Chicken tikka naan
Flat bread made in Tandoor clay oven with chopped chicken tikka as a topping.
Vegan plain naan
Flat bread made in Tandoor clay oven.
Vegan bullet naan
Flat bread made in Tandoor clay oven with garlic, chilly and cilantro as topping.
Chilly naan
Flat bread made in Tandoor clay oven with fresh chilly as a topping.
Breads
Kids menu
Nuggets & fries*
Rice pudding
Rasmalai
Gajar halwa
Gulab Jamun
Desserts
Rice specialties
Lemon rice*
Jeera rice* (Cumin)
Biriyani
Rice combined with fresh herbs, meat / veggies and a generously spiced onion masala.
Coconut rice*
Turmeric rice
Fried rice*
Basmati rice stir-fried with choice of veggies, chicken, or shrimp in house spices.
Mango lassi
Soft drinks
Curry entrees
Chettinad*
Various freshly ground and toasted nuts and spices combined with coconut milk. Vegan option available.
Traditional curry*
Simply classic curry the go to food at most Indian homes. Garlic, ginger, onion and a combination of spices. Vegan option available.
Rogan josh*
The key to its smoky and sweet taste is the base, which consists of onions that have been browned in oil or ghee (clarified butter) until essentially caramelized, as well as the heavy dose of bracing, warming spices like whole cardamom and clove.Vegan option available,
Madras*
A ground coconut curry sauce with sauted mustard seeds and other fresh spices. Vegan available.
Korma*
Korma is meat or veggies braised in a garlic & ginger sauce. Its cooked using the low-and-slow method, yielding a tender, mild stew. Our korma tastes extra rich, because the gravy has ground cashews in it to enrich the taste. Vegan option available.
Indian inferno*
Not for the faint of heart!hot green chili and habanero sauce. Vegan option available as per request.
Butter sauce*
Korma is meat or veggies braised in a garlic & ginger sauce. Its cooked using the low-and-slow method, yielding a tender, mild stew. Our korma tastes extra rich, because the gravy has ground cashews in it to enrich the taste.
Kadai*
An onion tomato sauce with ground spices, diced peppers & onion, can be made with your choice of protein. Vegan option available as per request.
Fish molly*
Inspired by coastal living this dish is subtle in its flavors & is a special for festive occasion here we take a grilled fish and zest it in a flavorful coconut curry sauce.
Jalfrezi*
The name of the game here is sizzling meat and vegetables that have been dry-fried on very high heat with chilies, Sauted onions and peppers in a tangy curry sauce. Vegan option available as per request.
Tikka masala*
A spiced yogurt sauce, then cooked in the tandoor to get us a juicy & smoky flavor. Tandoori in and of itself is a wonderful dish, but tikka masala takes it one step further, by simmering it in a sauce made of onions, tomatoes, and cream.
Lamb pepper fry *
Lamb drizzled with black pepper sauted in onions, coriander curry leaves & chilies
Medly curry*
Goat pepper fry *
Goat drizzled with black pepper sauted in onions, coriander curry leaves & chilies.
Malabar fish curry*
Malabar fish curry is inspired by the costal living of Kerala & the famed spices of the Malabar region that gave rise to spice routes via the Arabian sea. Here we spices of the Malabar region of Kerala.
Saag*
A spinach sauce cooked with garlic, coriander, cumin and a touch of cream. Vegan option available as per request.
Vindaloo*
It is a south Indian dish with many variations. It has a meat or veg base cooked with red chilies, vinegar, garlic, & sometimes potatoes. In India, the dish is known for its unmitigated spiciness. Vegan option available.
Bindi do pyaza
Okra sauted with peppers, onion and spices. (VEGAN).
Malai kofta*
Vegetable dumpling cooked in a creamy almond and cashew sauce. Vegan option available as per request.
Vegan mantra (konkani gotala)*
Tofu, eggplant & potatoes in a flavorful rich coconut cashew sauce a Masala Mantra classic
Aloo gobi masala*
Cauliflower and potato sauted with onion tomato and spices. (VEGAN).
Kadai mushrooms*
An onion tomato sauce with ground spices, diced peppers & onion, can be made with mushrooms or eggplant. (VEGAN).
Kadai eggplant
An onion tomato sauce with ground spices, diced peppers & onion, can be made with mushrooms or eggplant. (VEGAN).
Dal tadka
Yellow Lentils This is a classic vegetarian restaurant staple. Lentils simmered with onion, garlic, ginger & tempered spices; Saag add spinach + $1. (VEGAN)
Chana masala
Chana masala consists of boiled chickpeas that have been cooked in a tomato-onion gravy. A special feature of chana masala is that the spices in it are often over-toasted this is what gives the most flavorful versions of the dish its dark hue and deep roasted flavor. (VEGAN).
Vegetarian entres
Tandoori specialties
Bombay Lamb CHops
Marinated with cashew, saffron, cream and house spices, cooked in the tandoor
Tandoori shrimp*
Marinated in house spices and cooked in the tandoor.
Tandoori chicken*
Dark meat, on the bone chicken, marinated in yogurt and house spices, cooked in the tandoor
Chicken tikka (dry)*
Boneless chicken breast, marinated in yogurt and house spices, cooked in the tandoor
Malai kebab*
Chicken tenderloin marinated in a blend of cream cheese & spices cooked in tandoor.
Tikka sauce , 6 oz
Masala mantra special grill
A generous combination of all tandoori chicken, chicken tikka, malai kebab, shrimp and lamb chops.
