Tasting menu at Mogul India
- Gard Karlsen
- 1 hour ago
- 2 min read
If you’ve explored the Indian food scene in Stavanger and Sandnes, you’ve probably noticed that many menus lean heavily on butter chicken, tikka masala etc. That’s why Mogul India feels like a breath of fresh air. Yes, you can get some of the classics here — but the real magic lies in their tasting menu, which is exactly what we went for on a dark November evening. The wine list has also grown since our last visit, now with a thoughtful wine pairing option to match the menu.
We kicked off the night with a glass of elegant rosé champagne from G.H. Martel, followed by a refined twist on pani puri: lobster pani poori. These crispy little shells came filled with lobster and potato, topped with a cooling mint sauce. The flavor combo was gorgeous — sweet lobster, fresh mint, light crunch — though the puri itself was a touch large for a clean one-bite experience.
Next up: Jhol Momo, a chicken dumpling with minced chicken and a pleasant heat, balanced by a silky tomato-based sauce. The pairing here was a clever choice — Tidebrook Staddle Stone Chardonnay from Mousehall country estate in England. Dry, fresh, and slimmer than many French Chardonnays, it complemented the dish beautifully.
Our red wine journey started with a Rhône — La Justice from Xavier Vignon — right alongside the next surprise: Gujrati Khakra. What looked like a pastry topping turned out to be a crispy flatbread, hiding a luxurious sweet potato and chickpea mousse underneath. Perfect for dipping and a lovely textural play.
From there we traveled south with Alleppey Meen Curry, a South Indian–style curry with halibut in a delicate, lightly spiced sauce. A Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc stepped in as a refreshing counterpart. The Bhatti Murgh stole the show — incredibly flavorful and juicy tandoori chicken served over pumpkin korma with a piece of naan on the side. Presented with a bit of theatrical flair, it paired beautifully with an aromatic Spätburgunder from Bauer.
Our final warm dish was Ghee Roast — boneless lamb served with rice and parotta. Rich, velvety, tender, and deeply spiced, it matched naturally with a lush Malbec from Felipe Staiti wines.
To close, we enjoyed a sweet saffron ice cream dessert served in condensed milk sauce, matched with a gently sweet Riesling from @weingut_tesch — a soft, comforting finale.
A big thank you to Mogul India for a truly memorable evening filled with diverse flavours, textures, and aromas. The restaurant has a pleasant atmosphere and the food came out in a perfect pace for us. We enjoyed the various wine pairings and it is great that you can choose between regular or small wine pairing together with the food. If you visit, we wholeheartedly recommend going for the tasting menu - save the butter chicken for another day.
Pros:
- Excellent tasting menu with creative regional dishes
- Regular/small wine pairing
Cons:
- None this time!
