Jalsa Indian Kitchen opened last month in Somerdale NJ… and after visiting them several times by myself and with the family I thought I’d share with you the amazing Indian dishes that we’ve gotten to eat at Jalsa!
If you are unfamiliar, the all-new Jalsa Indian Kitchen is located in the CooperTowne Center in Somerdale NJ, to the far fight of the Cinemark Movie theater. Central to all of Camden County and South Jersey, just minutes away from Voorhees, Cherry Hill and more.
My last article about Jalsa was actually before the opening, and at that time I could only focus on the restaurant design and décor… which truly brings the Indian dining experience to South Jersey.
The restaurant also features something I’ve never seen anywhere else in the Philadelphia area… a 25-foot wide digital display screen which Jalsa uses to share wide screen video clips of the beautiful Indian landscape and destinations!
The mix of traditional and modern design elements has carried into the menu cuisine (both Northern and Western India)… which also blends classic Indian recipes with modern touches.
A few weeks ago I published a video which highlights one of my dining experiences (which is at the bottom of this article), but in the remaining photo post below I try to capture everything that my family and I have eaten during our visits.
Mango Lassi
Mango Lassi is a signature Indian drink at Jalsa, made from Homemade Yogurt, Spanish Saffron, Cardamom Powder and Raw Sugar. Sweet, flavorful and delicious!
Papadam
Papadam is a perfect “nibble on” pre-dinner snack. Served with 3 chutney/dips we chose mint, mango, date/tamrind
Tandoori Chicken
Tandoori Chicken – Chargrilled Spring Chicken, Marinated in Yogurt with Ginger-Garlic and Garam Masala
Lamb Chops
Premium New Zealand Lamb Chops, Grilled and Lightly Seasoned to let the Lamb Flavor Shine
Goan Fish Curry
Goan Fish Curry is tender fresh fish in with Coconut Sauce, Coriander, Tangy Tamrind, Kashmiri Spice Blend and Caramelized Onion. This was my wife’s favorite!
Kubhani Malai Kofta
Vegetarian dish with Apricot, Cottage Cheese Croquettes, Saffron Gravy and Mughalai Seasoning
Fresh Naan bread all day with a variety of flavors including Garlic and “Everything”. Perfect to capture every delicious morsel of your meal!
Biryani Chicken
An Indian staple, Biriyani Chicken is tender Boneless Chicken, Slow Cooked with Basmati Rice, Mughlai Herbs, Saffron and Raita
Chicken Tikka Masala
The number one dish for this learning about Indian Cuisine, Chicken Tikka Masala features Tender Chicken Breast Pieces, Marinated Tomato Sauce, Curd, Onion-Pepper and Turmeric
Butter Chicken
From The Streets of Delhi… Butter Chicken is Flavorful Curry of Chicken, Tomato Buttery Sauce and Masala
Rose Heaven
An exotic and delicious dessert, Rose Heaven is Gulab Jamun with Exotic Icecream, Rose Petal, Elaichi, Saffron, Fennel Licorice and Dried Fruits. Milky, Creamy, Sweet and Delicious!
Chocolate Cake
This photo looks like a magazine image, but I took this photo… and I ate it too! Premium Chocolate from Cocoa Powder, Vanilla Extract, Sugar and Milk
Paan
This one was new to me…. Paan is a traditional refreshing mouth freshener made from Betel Leaves, Rose Petal Gulkand, Date-Cardamom, Coconut, Tutti-Fruiti, Cherry and Saffron. Ask your server to help you, but you roll it up and can swallow… or simply chew. Aromatic and sweet flavors freshen your mouth!
