Vegetarian & Vegan Indian Food in the Dandenong Ranges
Looking for vegetarian or vegan Indian food in the Dandenong Ranges? Indian cuisine is one of the best in the world for meat-free eating, and at Shiraaz in Upper Ferntree Gully we have a full section of vegetarian curries, many of which can be made vegan on request.
Our vegetarian curries
Every one of these is cooked fresh to order. See the full menu for more.
Palak paneer: homemade cottage cheese in a spinach puree
Aloo gobi: cauliflower and potato, Punjabi style
Daal maharaja: mixed lentils with butter, cream and spices
Shiraazi kofta: cottage cheese, potato and nut dumplings in a rich gravy
Mumbai potato, sabzi mandi and pumpkin masala
Mushroom matter: mushroom and green peas
Channa aloo: chickpeas and potato
Paneer makhani and sabzi korma: mild and creamy
Vegan Indian food: what to ask for
Some vegetarian Indian curries use cream, butter, ghee or paneer, so not every vegetarian dish is vegan as it comes. The good news is that many of our curries can be made vegan on request. When you order:
Tell us you're vegan, in person or in the notes when you order online
Vegetable-based curries like aloo gobi, Mumbai potato, sabzi mandi, channa aloo and mushroom matter are good places to start
Pair them with basmati, lemon or vegetable pulao rice, and ask us about vegan-friendly breads
Vegetarian entrées and sides
Samosas, onion bhaji, vegetable pakora and bonda
Grilled mushroom from the tandoor
A vegetable platter to share
Allergies and dietary needs
Gluten and dairy are used throughout our kitchen, so we can't rule out cross-contamination. Please speak to our staff before ordering and see our allergens page.
Find us
Shiraaz is at 4/1206 Burwood Highway, Upper Ferntree Gully, the gateway to the Dandenong Ranges, and a short drive from Upwey, Tremont, Belgrave, Ferntree Gully and Boronia. Open every night from 5pm to 10pm, plus Thursday lunch.
FAQs
Do you have vegan options?
Yes. Many of our vegetarian curries can be made vegan on request.
Is paneer vegetarian?
Yes. Paneer is a fresh cheese, so it's vegetarian but not vegan.
Can a group with vegetarians and meat-eaters share a banquet?
Absolutely. Our banquets include vegetarian options.
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