India Restaurant - Gießen, Ludwigstraße

Ludwigstraße 8, 35390 Gießen

Open now · until 23:00

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Calories and carbohydrates are estimates by an AI model based on this menu, made on 21 September 2026, for a typical portion. They are not medical advice and do not replace what the kitchen can tell you. "Diabetes-friendly" means: modest carbohydrates for the course, little sugar and no fast-absorbing base such as fries, white bread or white rice.

SOUPS AND STARTERS

Dal Soupvegetarian

4.10

Mild lentil soup with fine spices and fresh coriander

estimate≈ 160 kcal22 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 87

Gemüse Pakoravegetarian

4.90

Vegetables marinated in a chickpea flour batter and fried

estimate≈ 280 kcal25 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 65

MAIN MENU (WITH BASMATI RICE) (VEGETARIAN)

Shahi Dalvegetarian

10.50

Creamy lentil dish with cream and fine spices

estimate≈ 680 kcal65 g carbsbalanced 66

Bengen Bharthavegetarian

10.50

Grilled aubergines with tomatoes, onions, fresh ginger and delicate Indian spices

estimate≈ 520 kcal62 g carbsbalanced 68

Aloo Mattar Paneervegetarian

10.70

Hearty curry with potatoes, green peas and homemade cheese in a spicy sauce

estimate≈ 720 kcal68 g carbsbalanced 72

Chana Paneervegetarian

10.70

Chickpeas, homemade cheese with spices – curry sauce

estimate≈ 690 kcal60 g carbsbalanced 76

Tarka Dalvegetarian

10.50

Yellow lentils with ginger, onions and prepared with butter

estimate≈ 640 kcal62 g carbsbalanced 72

Dum Aloovegetarian

10.50

Potatoes with cumin in a curry sauce (very spicy)

estimate≈ 610 kcal75 g carbsbalanced 74

Mushroom Mattarvegetarian

10.50

Mushrooms and green peas in a medium-spicy sauce

estimate≈ 580 kcal64 g carbsbalanced 72

Karahi Paneervegetarian

10.70

Grilled homemade cottage cheese with onions and ginger in an Indian curry sauce

estimate≈ 710 kcal60 g carbsbalanced 70

Navratten Kormavegetarian

10.50

Mild curry with a mix of various vegetables, nuts and almonds in a creamy cream sauce

estimate≈ 750 kcal62 g carbsbalanced 66

Aloo Palakvegetarian

10.70

Spinach with potatoes and various Indian spices

estimate≈ 620 kcal72 g carbsbalanced 78

Navratten Mix Subjivegetarian

10.50

Vegetables prepared with fresh coriander and select spices

estimate≈ 560 kcal65 g carbsbalanced 68

MAIN MENU (WITH BASMATI RICE) (NON-VEGETARIAN)

Chili Chicken

11.00

Chicken with onions, bell peppers and ginger in curry sauce

estimate≈ 680 kcal60 g carbsbalanced 77

Murg Masala

11.00

Chicken in spicy curry sauce (spicy)

estimate≈ 650 kcal58 g carbsbalanced 77

Dal-Meat

11.00

Indian black lentils with chicken, cooked in butter, tomatoes and various spices (medium-spicy)

estimate≈ 740 kcal62 g carbsbalanced 76

Aloo Murg

11.00

Tender chicken with potatoes in a tasty, spicy aromatic curry sauce

estimate≈ 710 kcal70 g carbsbalanced 82

Chicken Sabji

11.00

Chicken dish with mixed vegetables and spices

estimate≈ 640 kcal58 g carbsbalanced 82

Lamm Saag

11.50

Tender lamb in a creamy spinach sauce

estimate≈ 720 kcal55 g carbsbalanced 76

Lamm Masala

11.50

Lamb in a spicy curry sauce refined with spices

estimate≈ 700 kcal56 g carbsbalanced 71

Lamm Chili

11.50

Tender lamb fillet pieces with bell peppers, onions and ginger in a delicate sauce

estimate≈ 680 kcal55 g carbsbalanced 79

Lamm Aloo

11.50

Lamb meat with potatoes in a spicy curry sauce

estimate≈ 750 kcal70 g carbsbalanced 76

INDIAN BREAD

Plain Nan

3.30

Flatbread made from white wheat flour

estimate≈ 260 kcal45 g carbs

Aloo Nanvegetarian

4.20

Flatbread prepared with potatoes and various spices

estimate≈ 320 kcal50 g carbs

Paneer Nanvegetarian

4.20

Flatbread with homemade cheese and various vegetables

estimate≈ 350 kcal42 g carbsbalanced 71

Keema Nan

4.40

Flatbread with juicy minced lamb

estimate≈ 380 kcal40 g carbsbalanced 65

Butter Nanvegetarian

3.90

Yeast dough flatbread with melted butter

estimate≈ 310 kcal44 g carbs

Starters

Mulligatawnyvegetarian

4.50

Aromatic lentil soup refined with spices

estimate≈ 180 kcal22 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 82

Dal Soupvegetarian

4.50

Spicy lentil soup seasoned with spices and select herbs

estimate≈ 160 kcal20 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 82

Chicken Soup

4.90

Delicate Indian-style chicken soup with chickpea flour

estimate≈ 150 kcal12 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 75

Onion Bajivegetarian

5.90

Specially spiced onion rings in chickpea batter, deep-fried

estimate≈ 220 kcal25 g carbsdiabetes-friendly

Samosa Vegetarianvegetarian

5.90

Fried pastry pockets filled with potatoes and peas (two pieces)

estimate≈ 300 kcal35 g carbs

Vegetarian Pakoravegetarian

5.50

Fried vegetables coated in chickpea flour with a delicate spiced sauce

estimate≈ 250 kcal22 g carbsdiabetes-friendly

Prawn Cocktailpescatarian

7.50

Cocktail with prawns

estimate≈ 210 kcal12 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 67

Chicken Pakora

6.50

Tender chicken pieces marinated in spices and chickpea flour, crispy deep-fried

estimate≈ 320 kcal15 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 67

Paneer Pakoravegetarian

6.50

Homemade cottage cheese, coated and deep-fried

estimate≈ 340 kcal18 g carbsdiabetes-friendly

Seekh Kebab

6.90

Spicy minced lamb with red chili and red onions, grilled on a skewer in the tandoor

estimate≈ 280 kcal8 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 67

Chicken Tikka

6.50

Delicious chicken breast fillet marinated in yogurt and grilled in the tandoor

estimate≈ 220 kcal6 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 73

Mixed Appetizer Platter

6.90

Gemischte Vorspeisenplatte — for at least 2 people

estimate≈ 1100 kcal80 g carbs

CHICKEN FILLET DISHES

Chicken Curry

16.40

Boneless chicken breast in a mild curry sauce

estimate≈ 620 kcal52 g carbsbalanced 79

Chicken Dhansak

16.90

Medium spicy chicken breast prepared in an unusual combination of lentils, pineapple and spices (sweet-spicy)

estimate≈ 580 kcal32 g carbsbalanced 78

Special Chicken Karahi

17.40

Chicken breast pieces fried in a Karahi pan with onions, garlic, ginger, tomatoes and fresh herbs

estimate≈ 450 kcal18 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 78

Chicken Korma

17.10

An especially mild chicken curry cooked in a tasty creamy sauce of cream, almonds and coconut

estimate≈ 650 kcal22 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 74

Chicken Vindaloo

16.90

Chicken pieces with potatoes in a very spicy curry sauce

estimate≈ 480 kcal28 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 79

Chicken Madras

16.90

Chicken in a spicy curry sauce with fresh mushrooms (spicy)

estimate≈ 420 kcal16 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 84

Chicken Mango

16.90

Mild chicken breast marinated in a special fruity sauce and cooked with mango

estimate≈ 520 kcal35 g carbsbalanced 67

Butter Chicken Dopiaza

17.40

Grilled chicken breast simmered in a golden curry sauce with tomatoes

estimate≈ 510 kcal18 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 74

Chicken Tikka Masala

17.40

Boneless grilled chicken breast pieces in a delicious oriental-spiced sauce with green herbs

estimate≈ 480 kcal15 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 74

Chicken Jalfrazie

17.40

Chicken prepared from a spicy mixture of onions, garlic, tomatoes and bell peppers in a curry sauce

estimate≈ 440 kcal20 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 78

Chicken Saag

16.90

Chicken fillet prepared with roasted onions, ginger, garlic, spicy seasonings and spinach, North Indian style

estimate≈ 410 kcal14 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 84

Chicken Mughlai

16.90

Boneless chicken prepared with various spices, cream and egg in curry sauce

estimate≈ 620 kcal18 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 74

TANDOORI SPECIALITIES

Tandoori Chicken

16.90

House specialty, spicy marinated chicken pieces cooked in the tandoor (with bone)

estimate≈ 380 kcal8 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 72

Chicken Tikka Tandoori

17.50

Boneless chicken breast pieces grilled on skewers in the tandoor

estimate≈ 350 kcal6 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 72

Lamb Tikka Tandoori

18.70

Lamb meat cooked on skewers in the tandoor

estimate≈ 420 kcal7 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 71

Lamb Chops Tandoori

19.00

Lamb chops marinated in South Indian spices and prepared in the tandoor

estimate≈ 480 kcal8 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 71

Fish Tikka Tandoori

18.60

Fish of the day - boneless fish pieces marinated in fine spices and herbs, cooked in the tandoor

estimate≈ 320 kcal6 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 72

Tandoori Mix Grill

22.90

Combination of chicken, lamb pieces and sheekh kebab (for one person)

estimate≈ 650 kcal12 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 74

Garlic Chicken Tikka

17.90

Chicken breast marinated in fresh garlic and grilled in the tandoor

estimate≈ 360 kcal8 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 72

Jhinga Shahi

24.50

King prawns marinated house-style, grilled on skewers in the tandoor

estimate≈ 340 kcal10 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 66

Special Vegetarian Mix Grillvegetarian

17.00

Delicious mix of marinated vegetables and paneer, seasoned and grilled in the tandoor

estimate≈ 420 kcal22 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 79

LAMB FILLET DISHES

Lamb Curry

17.40

Boneless lamb in a mild curry sauce

estimate≈ 450 kcal12 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 74

Lamb Korma

18.00

A particularly mild boneless lamb curry, cooked in a creamy sauce of cream, almonds, and coconut

estimate≈ 620 kcal18 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 74

Lamb Dhansak

17.90

Medium spicy boneless lamb, prepared in a unique combination of lentils, pineapple, and spices

estimate≈ 480 kcal28 g carbsbalanced 84

Special Karahi Ghost

18.00

Lamb fillet pieces fried in a Karahi pan with onions, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, and fresh herbs

estimate≈ 420 kcal14 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 74

Lamb Mango

17.90

Mild boneless lamb marinated in a special fruity sauce and cooked with mango

estimate≈ 510 kcal22 g carbs

Lamb Vindaloo

17.90

Grilled lamb pieces with potatoes in a very hot curry sauce

estimate≈ 540 kcal25 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 73

Lamb Jalfrezi

17.90

LAMB JALFRAZIE — Lamb prepared from a spicy mixture of onions, garlic, tomatoes, and bell peppers in a curry sauce

estimate≈ 430 kcal16 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 78

Lamb Saag Dopiaza

17.90

Lamb fillet pieces prepared with garlic, spicy seasonings, roasted onions, ginger, and spinach (spicy)

estimate≈ 410 kcal15 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 78

Lamb Madras

17.90

Spicy boneless lamb curry in a piquant curry sauce with fresh mushrooms (spicy)

estimate≈ 440 kcal16 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 78

Lamb Muglai

17.90

LAMB MUGLAHI — Boneless lamb prepared with various spices, cream, and egg in a mild curry sauce

estimate≈ 580 kcal14 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 74

Lamb Tikka Masala

18.00

Grilled lamb pieces in a delicious oriental spiced sauce with green herbs (spicy)

estimate≈ 460 kcal12 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 74

VEGETARIAN DISHES

Mixed Vegetables Masalavegetarian

14.50

Seasonal vegetables prepared North Indian style with fresh coriander and select spices

estimate≈ 280 kcal24 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 70

Palak Paneervegetarian

15.20

Homemade cottage cheese according to a traditional recipe, stewed with spinach and fine spices

estimate≈ 380 kcal14 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 69

Baingan Bhartavegetarian

14.90

BENGEN BHARTA — Fresh eggplants grilled in the tandoor and pureed, seasoned with fresh herbs, peas, onions, and garlic

estimate≈ 260 kcal22 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 70

Aloo Gobhi Masalavegetarian

14.50

Cauliflower with potatoes, steamed with herbs and spices (spicy)

estimate≈ 310 kcal38 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 71

Bombay Potatoesvegetarian

13.50

BOMBAY POTATES — A mild potato dish with cumin in a special Bombay sauce

estimate≈ 340 kcal36 g carbs

Mutter Paneervegetarian

14.50

MATTER PANEER — Homemade fresh cheese with green peas prepared with typical spices

estimate≈ 390 kcal18 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 69

Chana Masalavegetarian

14.00

Chickpeas prepared with various spices and herbs

estimate≈ 320 kcal38 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 86

Malai Koftavegetarian

14.90

Homemade cottage cheese balls in a tasty cream sauce with dried fruit and cashews (very mild)

estimate≈ 520 kcal28 g carbs

Vegetable Kofta Curryvegetarian

14.90

Homemade cottage cheese balls in curry sauce with a carrot, potato, and cauliflower spice mix

estimate≈ 410 kcal32 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 70

Paneer Tikkavegetarian

15.50

Grilled homemade cottage cheese with bell peppers in a rich sauce

estimate≈ 420 kcal12 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 70

Bhindi Bhajeevegetarian

15.50

Fresh okra in a mild curry sauce, stewed with tomatoes, ginger, onions, garlic and spices

estimate≈ 280 kcal18 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 70

Dal Tadkavegetarian

14.50

DAL TAKRA — Indian black lentils cooked with butter and spices North Indian style

estimate≈ 350 kcal32 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 80

Chana Dalvegetarian

14.50

Indian yellow lentils cooked with butter and spices North Indian style

estimate≈ 340 kcal30 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 80

Mushroom Methi Malaivegetarian

14.90

Mushrooms with peas and dried fenugreek leaves in a creamy sauce with cashews and white pepper

estimate≈ 380 kcal16 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 65

Vegetarian Kormavegetarian

14.90

Vegetables in a very mild curry, cooked in a tasty sauce of cream, almonds and coconut

estimate≈ 410 kcal22 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 70

Aloo Bainganvegetarian

14.90

ALOO BENGEN — Potatoes and aubergines cooked with garlic, coriander, ginger and select spices (hot or very hot)

estimate≈ 320 kcal35 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 65

Shahi Paneervegetarian

15.90

Homemade cottage cheese in a North Indian style sauce

estimate≈ 450 kcal14 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 67

SEA FOOD

Prawns Curry

18.40

Prawns in a medium-spicy golden curry sauce

estimate≈ 310 kcal12 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 69

Prawns Korma

18.40

A very mild curry dish with prawns, cooked in a creamy sauce of cream, almonds and coconut

estimate≈ 380 kcal18 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 69

Prawns Madras-Vindaloo

19.90

An extra hot curry with prawns, with fresh mushrooms or potatoes

estimate≈ 340 kcal22 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 74

Prawns Dhansak

18.80

Prawns prepared in a unique combination of lentils, pineapple and spices (sweet and spicy)

estimate≈ 360 kcal32 g carbsbalanced 85

Shrimps Aloo

17.00

Shrimps cooked with potatoes West Indian style

estimate≈ 330 kcal30 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 76

Halibut Masala

18.70

HEILBUTT MASALA — Halibut fish prepared with bell peppers, tomatoes, fresh coriander and green herbs

estimate≈ 290 kcal10 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 75

Fish Curry

17.00

Fish in a mild curry sauce

estimate≈ 310 kcal12 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 69

Fish Dhansak

17.50

Fish prepared in a unique combination of lentils, pineapple and spices (sweet and spicy)

estimate≈ 340 kcal30 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 80

Prawns Karahi (Special)

18.40

Prawns fried in a Karahi pan with onions, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, fresh herbs and ground spices

estimate≈ 320 kcal14 g carbsdiabetes-friendlybalanced 69

Fish Mango

17.50

Mild boneless fish marinated in a special fruity sauce and cooked with mango

estimate≈ 330 kcal24 g carbsbalanced 68

Prawns Mango

18.40

Prawns marinated in a special sauce and cooked with mango

estimate≈ 350 kcal24 g carbs

RICE SPECIALITIES

Chicken Biryani

15.50

Chicken breast cooked with basmati rice and vegetable curry, served with raita

estimate≈ 650 kcal75 g carbsbalanced 77

Lamb Biryani

16.50

Boneless lamb cooked with basmati rice and vegetable curry, served with raita

estimate≈ 780 kcal72 g carbsbalanced 70

Prawns Biryani

17.50

Prawns cooked with basmati rice and vegetable curry, refined with Indian yogurt

estimate≈ 680 kcal70 g carbsbalanced 77

Vegetable Biryanivegetarian

14.90

Mixed basmati rice and vegetables in a curry sauce, served with tasty yogurt sauce (medium spicy)

estimate≈ 620 kcal85 g carbsbalanced 66

Kashmiri Biryani

14.50

Rice specialty cooked with pineapple, dried fruits and saffron, accompanied by creamy sweet Indian yogurt

estimate≈ 750 kcal95 g carbs

Egg Biryani

14.90

EGG-BIRYANI — Basmati rice with vegetable curry and egg, served with raita (spicy)

estimate≈ 690 kcal74 g carbsbalanced 67

SPECIAL INDIAN DINNERS

Menu A Seafood Dinner

35.90

Menü A SEAFOOD DINNER — Dal soup, pakora and samosa, fish tikka tandoori, prawns korma, vegetable, butter naan, dal, naan, rice, salad, dessert

estimate≈ 2100 kcal220 g carbsheavy 37

Menu B Vegetarian Dinnervegetarian

26.50

Menü B VEGETARIAN DINNER — Palak paneer, begen bharta, naan, rice, salad, dessert

estimate≈ 1400 kcal130 g carbsheavy 29

Menu C Mogul Dinner

29.50

Menü C MOGUL DINNER — Mulligatawny soup, lamb madras, dal, naan, rice, salad, vegetable, naan, rice, salad, dessert

estimate≈ 1800 kcal180 g carbsheavy 37

Menu D Indian Special

33.90

Menü D INDIAN SPECIAL (ROMANTIC DINNER) — Chicken soup, special tandoori mixed grill, butter chicken, dessert

estimate≈ 1600 kcal80 g carbsheavy 33

INDIAN BREAD

Roti

3.00

Flatbread made from whole wheat flour

estimate≈ 210 kcal38 g carbs

Mint Parantha

3.90

Indian flatbread with mint, baked in the tandoor

estimate≈ 280 kcal40 g carbsbalanced 65

Kulcha Amritsari

4.40

Indian bread filled with potatoes, cheese and onions

estimate≈ 380 kcal48 g carbs

Onion Naan

4.40

ONION NAN — Naan bread filled with finely chopped onions, baked in the tandoor

estimate≈ 310 kcal46 g carbs

Kashmiri Naan

3.90

KASHMIRI NAN — Flatbread with raisins and dried fruits

estimate≈ 340 kcal55 g carbsheavy 40

Garlic Naan

3.90

GARLIC NAN — Flatbread with garlic from the tandoor

estimate≈ 290 kcal44 g carbs

Paneer Naan

4.50

PANEER NAN — Flatbread with homemade cheese

estimate≈ 360 kcal42 g carbs

Bhatura

3.00

Indian fried leavened bread

estimate≈ 240 kcal35 g carbs

DESSERTS

Phirny

4.90

Sweet rice pudding with almonds, cardamom and saffron

estimate≈ 320 kcal45 g carbs

Gajrela

4.90

Carrot pudding with milk, cardamom and nuts, sweet

estimate≈ 350 kcal40 g carbsheavy 44

KULFI

4.90

Traditional Indian homemade ice cream with chopped almonds

estimate≈ 220 kcal25 g carbs

PISTACHIO KULFI

4.90

PISTAZIEN KULFI — Indian homemade ice cream with pistachios

estimate≈ 240 kcal24 g carbsheavy 42

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Wide variety of vegetarian dishes

How well a vegetarian eats here, read from the menu. Not a review score.

The menu features many vegetarian main courses including Aloo Palak and Chana Paneer. Starters like Samosa Vegetarian and Paneer Pakora are also available.

42 vegetarian and 0 vegan dishes out of 122

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Protein-rich curries and tandoori

How well someone with diabetes eats here, from the menu and estimated carbohydrates. Not medical advice.

This restaurant offers many protein-rich options. The tandoori dishes and various curries are low in carbohydrates.

62 diabetes-friendly · 122 dishes

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Address: Ludwigstraße 8, 35390 Gießen
Hours: Mon17:00–23:00
Tue17:00–23:00
Wed17:00–23:00
Thu17:00–23:00
Fri11:30–14:30, 17:00–23:00
Sat11:30–14:30, 17:00–23:00
Sun11:30–14:30, 17:00–23:00
und auch Feiertagen: 11:30 Uhr bis 14:30 Uhr
Contact: +496419609156 info@india-restaurant.de
Sources: Overture Maps Places (CDLA-Permissive 2.0), india-restaurant.de/
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