Temptation Indian Kitchen

About Temptation Indian Kitchen

Temptation Indian Kitchen is an Indian restaurant at 57 Musselburgh Rise in Musselburgh, Dunedin, with an extensive menu spanning tandoori dishes, curries, biryani, vegetarian mains, and fresh naan breads. All curries on the menu are gluten free and come with complimentary rice, making it easy for most diners to find something that suits them.

The kitchen's tandoori section features classics like Tandoori Chicken and Chicken Tikka alongside creamier options like Malai Tikka, all finished in a charcoal clay oven and served on a bed of shredded lettuce and cabbage with mint chutney. The curry menu is genuinely extensive, running from familiar favourites like Butter Chicken and Korma through to regional specialities such as Goan Curry, Malabari, and the house special Bhuna Gosht, plus a Seafood Delight combining fish, mussels, prawns and scallops.

Vegetarian diners are well catered for, with dedicated entrées like Onion and Spinach Bhaji and Samosa Chaat, and mains including Dal Makhani, Vegetable Korma, and paneer-based dishes like Malai Kofta and Hariyali Kofta. To finish, the dessert menu includes a Hot Chocolate Naan and traditional Indian sweets like Gulab Jamun and Mango and Pistachio Kulfi.

Temptation Indian Kitchen: A Full Indian Menu in Musselburgh, Dunedin

Temptation Indian Kitchen, on Musselburgh Rise in Dunedin, runs one of the more extensive Indian menus you'll find in a neighbourhood restaurant, covering tandoori dishes, curries, biryani, vegetarian mains, rice, naan breads and desserts. A helpful detail across the curry menu: every curry is gluten free and comes with complimentary rice.

From the Tandoor

The tandoori section leans on classic charcoal-oven cooking, from the ever-popular Tandoori Chicken marinated in yoghurt and home-pounded garam masala, to the boneless Chicken Tikka and creamy Malai Tikka. The Nawab Seekh brings NZ lamb mince into the mix, spiced and cooked in the charcoal tandoor, while Garlic Chicken Tikka adds a punch of fresh garlic to the marinade. All are served on a bed of shredded lettuce and cabbage with freshly pounded mint chutney.

A Deep Curry Menu

The curry list goes well beyond the familiar. Alongside Butter Chicken, Korma and Jalfrezi, there's Goan Curry with ginger, palm sugar and coconut cream, the South Indian Malabari with tamarind and curry leaves, and Madras finished with grated coconut and black mustard seeds. The house special Bhuna Gosht simmers boneless lamb or chicken in a rich onion and tomato gravy, and a Seafood Delight brings together fish, mussels, prawns and scallops with toasted coconut and kaffir lime. Vindaloo is on hand for those wanting more heat, cooked with peppercorns, mustard, chilli and vinegar.

Vegetarian Options Throughout

Vegetarian diners have plenty to choose from, starting with entrées like Onion and Spinach Bhaji and Samosa Chaat, and continuing into the Mains-Vegetarian section with Dal Makhani, Vegetable Korma, Chana Masala and Aloo Gobhi. Paneer-based dishes get their own attention too, including Malai Kofta and Hariyali Kofta — homemade cottage cheese and potato dumplings served in cashew nut or spinach gravies — alongside Paneer Butter Masala in the traditional Punjabi style.

Biryani, Rice and Bread

The Biryani is a traditional Mughlai rice dish, layered with a choice of marinated lamb, chicken, prawns or vegetables and served with raita. The rice list itself runs from Plain Rice through to Zeera Rice, Coconut Rice, Lemon Rice, Peas Pulao and Kashmiri Pulao, while the naan bread selection covers everything from Plain Naan to more indulgent options like Peshawari Naan stuffed with dry fruits and nuts, and Chilli and Cheese Naan.

Specials and Sides

For those after simpler value, the Working Lunch Special pairs a curry with rice and poppadum, while Combo Deal 1 and Combo Deal 2 bundle curries with rice, naan, poppadums and a drink. On the side, the Chutney Platter brings together mango chutney, tamarind chutney and raita, and there's a Kachumber Salad of cucumber, tomato and carrot for something fresher.

Finishing Sweet

Dessert options include a Hot Chocolate Naan filled with dark chocolate and served with vanilla bean ice cream, traditional Gulab Jamun dumplings, and a Mango and Pistachio Kulfi — a traditional Indian ice cream recommended as a must-try for first-timers.

Getting There

Temptation Indian Kitchen is located at 57 Musselburgh Rise, Musselburgh, Dunedin, and can be contacted directly by phone to check current opening hours or place an order.

Signature items

• Butter Chicken
• Bhuna Gosht
• Lamb Rogan-Josh
• Tandoori Chicken
• Biryani
• Malai Kofta

Menu

Rice

• Plain Rice
• Zeera Rice — Tempered with cumin, finished with fresh coriander
• Coconut Rice — Tempered with curry leaves, mustard seeds and desiccated coconut
• Lemon Rice — Stir fried rice with mustard seeds, curry leaves, peanuts and fresh lemon
• Peas Pulao — Basmati rice cooked with green peas on dum
• Kashmiri Pulao — Basmati rice cooked with dry fruits and nuts

Mains

• Butter Chicken — North Indian mild, rich and creamy tomato-based gravy cooked overnight with herbs and spices
• Tikka Masala — Marinated boneless meat slow smoked in tandoor, cooked in a rich tomato and onion gravy with ginger and fresh peppers
• Korma — Mughlai favourite rich gravy of onions, saffron and cashew nuts, finished with cardamom
• Kadhai — Boneless protein tossed in onion and tomato gravy with capsicum and ground spices
• Mango Malai — Mildly spiced boneless chicken in mango gravy, tempered with mustard seeds and finished with fresh cream
• Saagwala — Pureed spinach with light spices, finished with fresh cream
• Madras — Grated coconut and coconut milk, tempered with black mustard seeds and curry leaves
• Jalfrezi — Chicken or lamb cooked with seasonal vegetables, onions and tomato-based gravy
• Vindaloo — Overnight marinated protein cooked with onion, peppercorns, mustard, chilli and vinegar
• Neelgiri Korma — Protein of choice in a rich gravy with spinach, mint and coconut cream
• Creamy N Cheesy — Protein of choice cooked in cheesy sauce, finished with cream and cardamom
• Nawabi — Meat marinated in yoghurt, sautéed with onion, tomatoes and dry fruit, finished with fresh cream
• Lamb Rogan-Josh — A main dish of the Kashmiri Wazwan, cooked in brown onion gravy with aromatic spices
• Bhuna Gosht (House Special) — Boneless lamb or chicken simmered in rich onion and tomato-based gravy
• Seafood Delight — Fish, mussels, prawns and scallops with toasted coconut, kaffir lime and yellow mustard
• Goan Curry — West Indian delicacy with ginger, palm sugar, grated coconut and coconut cream
• Malabari — South Indian dish with onion, tamarind and coconut cream, tempered with curry leaves
• Malai Kofta — Homemade cottage cheese and potato dumplings stuffed with nuts, in a cashew nut sauce
• Hariyali Kofta — Homemade cottage cheese and potato dumplings stuffed with nuts, in a spinach gravy
• Paneer Butter Masala (Indian Style) — Homemade cottage cheese in a rich tomato onion-based gravy with butter and cream
• Butter Chicken (Indian Style) — Chicken on the bone in a rich tomato-based gravy with cream, herbs and spices
• Chicken Haleem
• Lamb Haleem

Drinks

• Coke (330ml)
• Diet Coke (330ml)
• Coke Zero (330ml)
• Sparkling Duet Lemon (330ml)
• Lift (330ml)
• Sprite (330ml)
• Fanta (330ml)
• Coke (1.5L)
• Diet Coke (1.5L)
• Coke Zero (1.5L)
• Fanta (1.5L)
• Sparkling Duet Lemon (1.5L)
• Lift (1.5L)
• Sprite (1.5L)
• Bundaberg Ginger Beer (375ml)
• Bundaberg Passion Fruit (375ml)
• Bundaberg Guava (375ml)
• Bundaberg Peach (375ml)
• Mango Lassi
• Indian Masala Teas

Biryani

• Biryani — Traditional Mughlai rice dish layered with marinated meat and served with raita; lamb, chicken, prawn or vegetable

Desserts

• Hot Chocolate Naan — Hot and soft naan filled with dark chocolate, served with French vanilla bean ice cream
• Gulab Jamun — Sweet dumplings cooked in raw sugar, rose water and cardamom syrup, rolled in coconut, served warm with ice cream
• Mango And Pistachio Kulfi — Traditional Indian ice cream flavoured with pistachio and mango (GF)

Specials

• Working Lunch Special — Curry, rice and poppadum
• Combo Deal 1 — Butter Chicken, rice, naan and a 330ml can
• Combo Deal 2 — Any two curries, rice, garlic naan, poppadums and a 330ml can

Naan Breads

• Plain Roti — Wholemeal flour bread
• Plain Naan — Refined flour bread
• Garlic Roti/Garlic Naan — Finished in tandoor with a hint of garlic
• Cheese Naan — Stuffed with freshly grated cheese and herbs
• Cheese And Garlic Naan — Stuffed with freshly grated cheese, garlic and crunchy capsicum
• Peshawari Naan — Stuffed with finely chopped dry fruits and nuts
• Chilli And Cheese Naan — Stuffed with chilli, spices and grated cheddar

Accompaniments

• Poppadums
• Mango Chutney
• Mint Chutney
• Mix Pickle
• Tamarind Chutney
• Raita
• Chilli on the Side
• Chutney Platter (Recommended) — Mango chutney, tamarind chutney and raita
• Spicy Onion Salad
• Kachumber Salad — Diced cucumber, tomatoes and carrots on shredded lettuce with a lime juice dressing

Mains-Vegetarian

• Tadka Dal — Yellow lentils tempered with cumin seeds and turmeric, finished with chilli oil
• Vegetable Korma — Seasonal vegetables in cashew nut gravy, finished with spices and cream
• Dal Makhani — Black lentils cooked with butter and cream, simmered slowly for a rich flavour
• Subz Bahar — Mixed seasonal vegetables with honey roasted onions, fresh tomatoes and bay leaf
• Aloo Gobhi — Potatoes and cauliflower cooked in onion and tomato gravy
• Chana Masala — Chickpeas in a spiced curry
• Aloo Saag — Diced potatoes in a rich and creamy spinach gravy with herbs and spices

Tandoori Non-Veg

• Tandoori Chicken — Chicken on the bone marinated in yoghurt and home-pounded garam masala, finished in a charcoal clay oven, served with mint chutney
• Chicken Tikka — Charcoal smoked boneless chicken marinated in yoghurt, ginger, garlic and lime juice, served with mint chutney
• Malai Tikka — Boneless chicken marinated in cream cheese, yoghurt and ground spices, finished in a clay oven
• Nawab Seekh — Succulent NZ lamb mince spiced and cooked in a charcoal tandoor
• Garlic Chicken Tikka — Boneless chicken with fresh garlic, herbs and yoghurt, cooked in a clay oven

Vegetarian EntréE

• Onion And Spinach Bhaji — Fresh spinach and onions in assorted spices and chickpea flour, fried and served with tamarind chutney (GF, V)
• Vegetable Pakora (3 pcs) — Home-made patty of cauliflower, onions, potatoes and spinach, served with tamarind chutney (GF, V)
• Samosa (2 pcs) — Flaky pastry filled with cashew nuts, raisins, potatoes, green peas and fresh herbs, served with tamarind chutney (V)
• Cashew Nut Salad — Crunchy cashew nuts, chopped tomatoes and onions with lime juice and coriander (V, GF)
• Samosa Chaat — Flaky pastry filled with potatoes, green peas and herbs, topped with tamarind and mint chutney and fresh coriander

Frequently asked questions

What cuisine does Temptation Indian Kitchen serve?

Indian food — curries, tandoori dishes, biryani, vegetarian mains, naan breads and desserts.

Where is Temptation Indian Kitchen located?

57 Musselburgh Rise, Musselburgh, Dunedin.

Are the curries gluten free?

Yes, all curries are gluten free and come with complimentary rice.

Do they have vegetarian options?

Yes, a dedicated vegetarian entrée and mains section, including Dal Makhani, Vegetable Korma and Malai Kofta.

Is there a lunch special?

Yes, the Working Lunch Special includes a curry, rice and poppadum.

Can I order combo deals?

Yes, Combo Deal 1 and Combo Deal 2 bundle curries, rice, naan, poppadums and a drink.

What desserts do they have?

Hot Chocolate Naan, Gulab Jamun, and Mango and Pistachio Kulfi.

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