Nova Mantra Indian Restaurant is located in North Ryde in the little strip of shops on Cox road. Once you walk in, you will see a lot of colour in a very elaborate decore. We are having an early dinner this particular Sunday.
This is a delayed blog post. I remember it was much warmer weather when we went into Nova Mantra than it is now. While there is quite an extensive menu, Matt and I quickly order as we are hungry.The restaurant were so lovely, they offered us a free entree of spiced, crumbed eggplant while we waited. The eggplant was mildly spicy. I enjoy the contrast of the crunchy exterior to the soft eggplant within.
No Indian meal is complete unless there is naan bread. I absolutely naan bread and prefer this to any rice or side. I think naan bread just perfect. The naan bread at Nova Mantra is soft, hot and delicious.
For mains, Matt and I order two mains. We order the Chicken Tikka Masala ($17.90) which is one of my favourites. I understand, it's a more modern dish, possibly originating from the UK or the Indian Subcontinent. The flavours are rich, spicy with a gravy like texture - creamy and in an orange colour. I like the combination of the onion, tomato, garlic, ginger, tumeric and garam masala - a special blend of spices. The portion size is also very decent.
We also order the Chicken Saag Sarsonwala ($17.90) which is made from chicken marinated in chef's special herbs and served in a fresh spinach puree. This dish comes out in a dull green colour which is to be expected from the spinach. this is considered a healthier option - I don't think there's any cream in this dish. Matt enjoys this dish. I prefer my chicken tikka masala.
Summary: Overall, I had a nice experience at Nova Mantra. I think it's a great Surburban Indian restaurant. The dishes were tasty, of good portion and I prefer this venue to the Essence of North India which is another Indian restaurant in North Ryde.
Price: Mains $20ish
Location: 142 Cox Rd, North Sydney
Opening Hours:
Daily 11:30am to 3pm; 5:30pm to 10pm
Weekend Food Escapes dined anonymously and independently paid for this meal. All words, photos and opinions are my own.
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