Butter chicken is the most popular dish on our menu, and it gets searched for a lot. Here are straight answers to the questions people ask most.
Is butter chicken spicy?
No, butter chicken is one of the mildest curries. The sauce is built on tomato, butter and cream, with warming spices rather than chilli heat. It is a great choice for kids and anyone new to Indian food. If you want more heat, ask for it medium or hot.
Is butter chicken actually Indian?
Yes. Butter chicken (murgh makhani) comes from Delhi, where cooks created a rich tomato and butter sauce for leftover tandoori chicken. It is a different dish from chicken tikka masala, which is often linked to Britain.
Is butter chicken gluten free?
The sauce itself is not usually made with wheat, but recipes vary and Indian kitchens use plenty of flour. Our butter chicken contains nuts, and our kitchen handles gluten, dairy and nuts throughout. If you have an allergy, please tell our team and read our allergen information.
Is butter chicken healthy?
It is a rich, comforting dish with butter and cream, so it is best enjoyed as a treat. For a lighter meal, try tandoori chicken or chicken tikka, which are marinated and cooked in the clay oven without a sauce.
What goes with butter chicken?
Steamed basmati or saffron rice, a garlic naan for mopping up the sauce, and a side of raita or kachumber salad.
Try it at Avatar Balwyn
Join us at 291 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn, for lunch Friday to Sunday or dinner Tuesday to Sunday, or order takeaway online.