Samosa appetizers at Singh’s Tandoori Indian Restaurant in Wiesbaden, Germany. The savory, deep-fried pastries are stuffed with a combination of spiced potatoes and peas. (Bradley Latham/Stars and Stripes)
Rising up within the Midwest with dad and mom whose culinary leanings had been something however adventurous, I couldn’t inform you the distinction between tikka masala and vindaloo till my late 20s, after I moved to the land of schnitzel, bratwurst and potatoes.
A fast takeout order about seven years in the past, at my now-wife’s behest, started one other long-term relationship with one among my favourite eateries in Wiesbaden.
Tucked away on an unassuming avenue near the primary prepare station, Singh’s Tandoori Indian Restaurant affords an intensive menu of daring flavors for fans of the subcontinent’s delicacies.
I dropped in on a latest Monday night for a dine-in expertise I hadn’t loved since late 2019, after I lived across the nook.
The inside is cozy however full of life, with seating for about 50 in two eating areas. I used to be alone after I entered round 5:30, however seven different patrons quickly joined me within the entrance bar and eating space.
The entrance eating space of Singh’s Tandoori Indian Restaurant in Wiesbaden, Germany. (Bradley Latham/Stars and Stripes)
Singh’s Tandoori Indian Restaurant is close to the central prepare station in downtown Wiesbaden, Germany. (Bradley Latham/Stars and Stripes)
Perusing hen, lamb, seafood and greater than 20 vegetarian choices, I went on a menu tour of northern Indian delicacies that included curries, biryani rice dishes and meat-centric tandoori specialties.
I began with samosas as an appetizer. I laughed a bit to myself on the heart- and rose-shaped vegetable garnishes that accompanied the pastries full of potatoes and peas. It was a bit summary, however I appreciated the presentation.
The samosas had a unbelievable shell, which was crispy, flaky and barely salted. The filling was moist and fragrant. Three sauces accompanied the deep-fried dumplings that created an virtually “rock-paper-scissors” expertise.
The chutney’s candy, fruity profile paired properly with the savory snack. The chili sauce, my favourite of the three, had a tangy, vinegar-forward taste that lower proper by way of the chutney’s sweetness, and the yogurt mint sauce cooled issues down with its creamy texture. I couldn’t assist however lower the 2 samosas into a number of items and repeat this sample a number of occasions.
Lamb jalfrezi served with rice and paneer naan flatbread at Singh’s Tandoori Indian Restaurant in Wiesbaden, Germany. The Indian curry has sturdy notes of garlic, ginger and numerous different spices. (Bradley Latham/Stars and Stripes)
I selected the lamb jalfrezi, additional spicy, and paneer naan as a principal course. The curry was an explosive mixture of flavors and textures. The tomato-based sauce was wealthy and complicated with garlic, ginger, turmeric and heavy chili notes. My first chew of lamb practically dissolved in my mouth.
Having no room for dessert after consuming my fill of flatbread, rice and curry, I settled for a espresso and loved a slight endorphin rush that capped off a wonderful meal.
I’m hard-pressed to seek out something to complain about. The 80-degree climate, spicy meals and absence of air con did make for a toasty eating expertise, however I used to be by no means uncomfortable.
Parking can be difficult, however that is anticipated for a downtown Wiesbaden location. Singh’s is only some minutes’ stroll from a number of parking garages within the space.
The restaurant additionally has a strong takeout and supply service. I’ve ordered from Singh’s no less than a dozen occasions; it was in my common rotation throughout the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown in 2020.
A carryout container holding palak paneer and rice from Singh’s Tandoori Indian Restaurant in Wiesbaden, Germany. The spinach-and-cheese curry is a basic dish of northern India. (Bradley Latham/Stars and Stripes)
I’ve virtually eaten my means by way of the complete hen curry menu. I can’t say I’ve ever been disenchanted with an order, though supply does understandably lack the fantastic presentation that comes with a dine-in expertise.
I picked up a palak paneer on my means out to hold dwelling to my spouse. She described the cheese-and-spinach curry as clean, well-seasoned and balanced. “I don’t know what else to say. It’s the good things,” she instructed me as she took one other massive chew.
Although we prepare dinner and eat most of our meals at dwelling, Singh’s will stay a go-to for my household once we wish to deal with ourselves.
I don’t know whether or not I’d be open to making an attempt one other Indian restaurant on the town, as a result of I’m fairly positive I already know Wiesbaden’s finest one.
Singh’s Tandoori Indian Restaurant
Handle: Albrechtstrasse 21, Wiesbaden, Germany
Hours: Monday and Wednesday by way of Friday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4:30-10 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon-10 p.m.
Costs: 20-30 euros per particular person for drinks, appetizer, and principal course, Restricted choice lunch entrees 10-15 euro
Data: Cellphone: +49 0611 50568750; on-line: singhs-wiesbaden.de