REVIEW: India Debuts a Whole New Menu at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

Katie Francis

REVIEW: India Debuts a Whole New Menu at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

The India booth returns for the 2023 Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval with a whole new menu. It can be found in San Francisco near Richter’s Burger Co.

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Menu for India at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

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Food:

  • 🆕 Pav Bhaji – $9.99
  • 🆕 Onion Bhaji – $8.49
  • 🆕 Gulab Jamun with Rose Water Syrup – $6.99

Beverages:

  • 🆕 Nimbu Pani – $7.50
  • 🆕 Aam Panna – $7.50

Photos of Menu Items for India at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

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*NEW* Pav Bhaji – $9.99

spiced vegetable stew served with a toasted King’s Hawaiian roll

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The King’s Hawaiian roll is buttery and complements the veggies and lentils in the stew. The vegetable stew is not overly spicy, with a hint of sweetness and a nice texture.

*NEW* Onion Bhaji – $8.49

curry spiced crispy onion fritter with green chutney dipping sauce

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The onions are well cooked, and the breading is similar to hushpuppies with a full burst of Indian spice.

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The sauce is spicy, acidic, and phenomenal. The fried onions are good on their own, but the sauce takes it to another level.

*NEW* Gulab Jamun with Rose Water Syrup – $6.99

fried dough balls soaked in saffron and rose water syrup, with chopped pistachios

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The gulab jamun are a nice departure in flavor profile from the spicy dishes. Some in our party found the sweetness a little strong, while others felt it was just right. You catch a little hint of the rose water syrup, which elevates this dish.

*NEW* Nimbu Pani – $7.50

lime juice, mint extract, a pinch of salt and pepper, and our house made garam masala syrup

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This lime-based drink with garam masala syrup was reminiscent of tamarind flavors. It had an earthy, herbal taste. It wasn’t bad, but we preferred the Aam Panna.

*NEW* Aam Panna – $7.50

lemon juice, mint extract, a pinch of salt and pepper, and our house made amchur syrup

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This was a refreshing mocktail. You can definitely taste the salt and pepper, and the mint extract cuts the sweetness and tartness.

This booth was another all-around hit. Don’t skip this.

Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval runs from February 4 through April 16.

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