? If you’re on the hunt for authentic Indian flavors, head to a hidden corner in Nasr City where Charminar offers a culinary journey all the way to South Asia.

One standout dish is the beef curry. The meat is slowly-cooked, soaking up all the rich flavors until it practically melts in your mouth. This dish has a thick, hearty sauce with a mix of cumin, turmeric, a bit of garam masala, all balanced by mild yogurt. Put down the utensils — this dish is best eaten with the famous parotta bread.

If you prefer chicken, a good alternative is the pepper chicken. The dish is very flavourful, with tender chicken pieces slow-cooked in peppery gravy. It is also less spicy than the beef curry, if your spice tolerance is on the lower side.

Don’t worry, we didn’t forget to try the classics. Their chicken biryani was incredibly flavorful, but the meat didn’t match the tenderness of the pepper chicken. We would have preferred smaller chunks for an easier bite.

For our vegetarian friends: You will find a whole menu dedicated to non-meat dishes replicating iconic combos. The chickpeas masala had a delicious balance of spices, but perhaps non-carnivorous diners will appreciate it more than we did.

The starters did not disappoint — our favourite was the Masala Dosa, a crispy, golden crepe made of rice flour, filled with spiced mashed potatoes and sauteed. It is served with complimentary sambar and chutney servings, and it is all-vegetarian.

? Per person: EGP 300

? Outdoor seating: No

? Alcohol: No

? Accessibility friendly: Yes

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