Muskaan Indian Cuisine Indian Restaurant Bakersfield Menu
Welcome to Muskaan Indian Cuisine, a vibrant Indian restaurant located in the heart of Bakersfield at 3017 Wilson Rd. This culinary gem offers an authentic taste of India with a menu crafted to delight every palate. Guests rave about the freshly prepared dishes, such as Punjabi samosas, chicken tikka masala, and curry shrimp, all showcasing rich flavors and aromatic spices.
The buffet is particularly notable, encouraging diners to indulge repeatedly, as noted by a family who returned for seconds! Don't miss the garlic naan and the refreshing mango lassi, both standout favorites among patrons. The atmosphere is both calm and welcoming, with attentive staff who ensure a memorable dining experience. Muskaan Indian Cuisine is not just a meal; it's a celebration of authentic Indian flavors, perfect for both locals and visitors alike. Come and enjoy a feast that promises to awaken your senses!
From the Veggie Kadahi
Dal Tadka
Mumbai's yellow dal tadka, lentils tempered with garlic and cumin.
Vegetable Kadahi
Paneer and mixed veggies tossed in thick tomato, onion gravy spiced with garlic ginger, bell peppers, and select kadahi spices.
Bhindi Aloo Mirch Masala
Okra, bell peppers and diced potatoes tempered with garlic, chili & onions.
Paneer Makhani
Tender paneer cubes cooked in a rich tomato & cream gravy with aromatic dry fenugreek leaves.
Paneer Tikka Masala
Soft tandoori paneer tossed in a medium spicy tomato cream gravy cooked with Indian spices.
Punjabi Chloe
Chickpeas cooked in lightly spicy and tangy gravy with onion, tomato and fragrant spices.
Southern Aloo Gobi
Potatoes and cauliflower florets tempered with cumin, mustard, curry leaf and asafoetida tossed with ginger, garlic, turmeric, coriander and fennel seeds.
Dal Bukhara
Dum pukht black lentils slow-cooked with fresh herbs & spices.
Shahi Vegetables
Diced vegetables in cashew cream curry topped with nuts.
Paneer Roohani
Diced cottage cheese cooked with mild spices in a tomato cream sauce.
Chicken Vindaloo
A Portuguese-influenced goan dish with on-the-bone chicken cooked in a tangy and spicy gravy made with chili paste, garlic, vinegar and a select spice mix.
Butter Chicken
Shredded tandoori chicken cooked in a rich tomato & cream gravy with aromatic dry fenugreek leaves. A classic and probably the most popular Indian dish.
Chicken Korma
On-the-bone chicken braised in a rich brown onion and yogurt gravy cooked with aromatic whole spices.
Chicken Tikka Masala
Tandoori chicken tikka tossed in a medium spicy tomato cream gravy cooked with Indian spices.
Chicken Saagwala
Thick silky spinach gravy mildly spiced with garlic and masala, tossed with tender chicken chunks.
Chicken Kadahi
Chicken on the bone, cooked in thick tomato, onion gravy spiced with garlic, ginger, bell peppers, and select kadahi spices.
Chicken Entrees
Appetizers
Onion Bhaji
Onion fritters coated with chickpea batter.
Punjabi Samosa
Potatoes and peas tempered in a golden crisp fried pastry shell served with tamarind & green chutney. (2 pcs).
Dahi Bhalla
Deep-fried lentil fritters dunked in creamy yogurt, topped with different kinds of sweet & spicy chutneys and then garnished with spice powders.
Chinese Bhel
A popular snack from the street carts of Mumbai, crispy noodles with cabbage, carrots, bell peppers & scallion tossed with a hot garlic sauce. A sweet & spicy chop suey variation of bhel puri.
Paneer Tikka Roll
Roomali roti wrap with mint chutney, onion and paneer tikka.
Dahi Batata Puri
Crispy puffed mini puri's stuffed with potato, onion, sweet & spicy chutneys topped with creamy yogurt & garnished with crispy sev and cilantro.
Samosa Chat
A popular Indian street cart snack, Punjabi samosa (1) topped with chickpea masala and garnished with chopped onion, cilantro, tomato, mint, tamarind chutney.
Chicken Tikka Roll
Roomali roti wrap with mint chutney, onion and chicken tikka.
Masala Papad
Traditional thin-crust papad garnished with chopped onion, tomato, coriander and tangy seasoning.
Paneer Malai Roll
Spinach Bhaji
Spinach fritters coated with chickpea batter.
Chicken Lollipop
Drums Of Heaven
Fish Pakora
Chicken Malai Roll
Pani Puri
Crispy puffed mini puri's stuffed with chickpeas or potato & boondi topped with spiced water made with tamarind, chilies, mint & date. (5 pcs.).
Lamb Biryani
Pieces of lamb aromatic spices nuts and raisins cooked with basmati rice.
Vegetable Biryani
Assorted vegetables cooked with basmati rice.
Peas Pulao
Saffron rice tossed with green peas and tomatoes.
Chicken Biryani
Tender chicken pieces, aromatic spices nuts and raisins cooked with basmati rice.
Kashmiri Pulav
Basmati rice with fruit and nuts. Sweet rice.
Plain Basmati Rice
Prawn Biryani
Prawns and aromatic spices cooked with basmati rice.
Zeera Rice
Steamed rice tossed with roasted cumin.
Rice/Biryani
Soups
Machow Soup
Hot N Sour
Savory, tangy and spicy soup with ginger, garlic, soy sauce and chopped veggies.
Sweet Corn
A very popular Indo-Chinese soup with sweet corn and chopped veggies.
Bhatura
Bread made from refined wheat puffs us as deep-fried.
Onion Kulcha
Naan stuffed with onion.
Puris
Bread made from refined wheat flour puffs up as deep-fried.
Garlic Naan
Naan with garlic.
Chili Naan
Naan stuffed with chili and cilantro.
Aloo Paratha
White flour bread, stuffed with potatoes baked in tandoor.
Kheema Naan
Naan stuffed with minced lamb baked in tandoor.
Cheese Naan
Naan stuffed with cheese.
Naan
Bread made from refined white flour, baked in tandoor.
Laccha Paratha
Whole wheat bread with layers baked in tandoor.
Tandoori Roti
Bread made from whole wheat flour baked in tandoor.
Indian Breads
Desserts
Mango Kulfi
Pistachio Kulfi
Kheer
Rice cooked in milk flavored with saffron.
Gulab Jamun
Deep-fried balls made of milk powder and flour soaked in sugar syrup. 3 pieces.
Rasmalai
Sweet homemade Indian cheese in Mik sauce 2 pieces.
Gajar Ka Halwa
Shredded carrots cooked in butter and milk.
Chili
Bombay-style stir-fried with green chili & peppers in soy and chili sauce.
Hot Garlic
Chefs favorite, a tangy blend of red tomato sauce with the heat of Indian chili garlic sauce.
Manchurian
With a ginger & garlic soy sauce lightly sour, sweet and spicy.
Szechwan
A spicy Szechwan sauce made with red chilies, celery, onions & garlic.
From the Wok
Drinks
Salted Punjabi Lassi
Yogurt drink.
Coffee
Herbal Tea
Royal Lassi
A cooling yogurt drink with mango & saffron cream swirled in it.
Soda
Diet Coke, Coke, Sprite, orange, ice tea, lemonade.
Black Tea
Pellegrino
Decaffeinated Coffee
Masala Chai
Indian tea with milk, cardamon and fresh ginger.
Sweet Punjabi Lassi
Yogurt drink.
Mango Tango
Evian Water
Fish Kadahi
Fish fillet cubes tossed in thick tomato, onion gravy spiced with garlic, ginger, bell peppers and select kadahi spices.
Shrimp Malabar Curry
Tender shrimps cooked to perfection in thick tangy flavorful curry with ginger, garlic bell peppers, red chilies, curry leaves with coconut cream.
Shrimp Kadahi
Tender shrimps tossed in thick tomato, onion gravy spiced with garlic, ginger, bell peppers and select kadahi spices.
Fish Malabar Curry
Fish fillet cubes cooked to perfection in a thick tangy flavorful curry with ginger garlic, bell peppers, red chilies, curry leaves with coconut cream.
Seafood Entrees
From the Tandoor/Grill
Chicken Tikka
Tandoor grilled tender chicken chunks marinated in a cream sauce with gram flour and spices.
Tandoor Grilled Chicken
Tandoor grilled chicken on the bone marinated with special tandoori marinade of yogurt, ginger, garlic, kashmiri chili and garam masala.
Fish Tikka
Tandoor grilled succulent fish fillet cubes marinated with yogurt and Indian spices.
Chicken Malai Tikka
Tandoor grilled tender chicken chunks marinated in a cream sauce with gram flour and spices.
Lamb Seekh Kabab
Tender rolls of succulent lamb mince, spiced with a mix of ginger, chilies, coriander &cumin skewer grilled in the tandoor.
Paneer Tikka
Cubes of cottage cheese, marinated in a cream sauce with gram flour with spices.
Lamb Rogan Josh
Succulent pieces of goat or lamb braised in a gravy flavored with aromatic spices.
Lamb Vindaloo
A Portuguese-influenced goan dish with on-the-bone lamb cooked in a tangy and spicy gravy made with chili paste, garlic, vinegar, wine and a select spice mix.
Lamb Korma
On the bone lamb braised in a rich brown onion and yogurt gravy cooked with aromatic whole spices.
Lamb Saagwala
Thick silky spinach gravy mildly spiced with garlic and masala, tossed with lamb (on the bone).
Mutton Masala (Goat)
A melange of basic spices, herbs, curry powder & seasonings in a flavorful gravy with a hint of coconut, simmered with tender chunks of mutton (on the bone).
Lamb Entrees
Noodles
Szechwan Noodles
Hakka noodles tossed with a hot garlic Szechwan sauce.
Soy Chili Noodles
Noodles, mushrooms, bell peppers and bean sprouts tossed in chili oil and light soy sauce.
Hakka Noodles
A popular Indo-Chinese noodle dish with, ginger, garlic, diced vegetables scallions and seasonings.
Raita
Yogurt with grated cucumber.
Indian Green Salad
Usually served as an accompaniment with main course: sliced onion cucumber, radish & carrot sprinkled with lime juice and a tangy seasoning masala.
Papadum
Lentils, rice and corn.
Sweet Mango Chutney
Green Salad
Spicy Mango Pickle
Side Dishes
Fried Rice
Burnt Garlic Fried Rice
Fried rice tossed with burnt garlic.
Chinese Fried Rice
Stir-fried basmati rice tossed with vegetables and seasonings.
Szechwan Fried Rice
Chinese fried rice tossed in a spicy Szechwan sauce.