Menu
Putpari is a passport to a selection of iconic dishes representing India’s diverse culinary traditions, from north to south. Alongside these classics, guests can discover several specialties that are rarely found in Lisbon, including: Bhel from Mumbai Kathal Curry from South India Chur Chur Paratha from North India Gol Gappa Gajrela Bhalla, a delicacy made from fermented white lentils that requires three days of preparatio
This authentic Indian dining experience is further enhanced by ingredients unavailable elsewhere in Lisbon, imported directly from India. These include spices such as Kashmiri Mirchi and Chettinad chili, as well as seasonal products like Tulsi, a variety of basil used in one of the restaurant’s cocktails, and Rugda, a wild mushroom from Odisha with earthy notes reminiscent of black truffle.
The Stars of the Menu
Each dish on the menu is accompanied by icons indicating its spice level (mild, medium, hot) and highlighting the presence of allergens (such as dairy, gluten, shellfish, egg, tree nuts, peanuts, mustard, and sesame). Available dish options (vegetarian, chicken, lamb, or prawn) are also clearly indicated.
Gol Gappa
The crisp, hollow sphere that bursts with flavor in your mouth, presented here in the North Indian style, filled with potato and chickpeas, and served with the essential spiced and tangy flavored water.
Bhalla
Traditional North Indian fritters made from fermented white lentil batter, topped with creamy yogurt and spicy chutneys.
Bhel
The iconic puffed rice street food of Mumbai, mixed with peanuts, tomato, onion, lime, tamarind, and mint
Kathal curry
Kathal is jackfruit, a fruit whose texture resembles meat. It is cooked with aromatic herbs from Odisha and curry spices in this traditional South Indian dish.
Gajrela
A classic North Indian dessert made with grated carrots slowly cooked in milk, sugar, and ghee (clarified butter), finished with almonds, pistachios, and cashews.
Bombay Batata Puri
Yes, “batata” means potato. This Indo-Portuguese recipe features a puri base topped with mashed potatoes, onion, and tomato, finished with tamarind chutney, green chutney, sev, and chaat masala.
Mughlai Murgh
A dish of Mongol-inspired origin, mildly spiced and slightly sweet, featuring diced chicken cooked in a velvety sauce of yogurt and caramelized onions, enriched with coconut, cashews, and almonds.
Jalebi Jalwa
A dessert of milk ice cream infused with vanilla bean and jalebi, inspired by the sweets traditionally enjoyed during major festive celebrations.