By Judy Antell
Chilies used in Indian cooking
Lansing and East Lansing Michigan, two interconnected towns, are near the massive Michigan State University, so there are many ethnic restaurants. Indian cuisine fits the bill for many students; they are usually inexpensive and budget-friendly, and they have many vegetarian choices.
Paddy Rawal's Mumbai
Paddy Rawal's Mumbai focuses on fresh, healthy food, using olive oil, not ghee (clarified butter), to cook the food; and very little oil is used at all. In addition to traditional tandoori, korma, biryani and vindaloo preparations, there are a few Indian/Chinese fusion dishes, using soy and Schezuan sauces.
Paddy Rawal's Mumbai
340 Albert Ave.
East Lansing, MI, 48823
(517) 336-4150
mumbaicuisine.com
Sindhu Indian Cuisine
Sindhu Indian Cuisine has a great deal; for a little more than the price of an entree, diners get vegetable curry, dal, sambar, raita, rice, papadam and dessert--plus the entree. The restaurant offers all dishes mild, medium or spicy. If diners are a real curry fan, the spicy will not be too hot to handle. This low-key restaurant does not have a website.
Sindhu Indian Cuisine
4790 S Hagadorn Road
East Lansing, MI, 48823
(517) 351-3080
Taj Home of Indian Cuisine
Taj Home of Indian Cuisine offers classic Indian cuisine, with a lot of vegetarian choices. Diners can make a meal out of a variety of appetizers and different breads. This small restaurant has no website.
Taj Home of Indian Cuisine
820 East Grand River Ave.
Lansing, MI 48912
(517) 372-8860
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About the Author:
Judy Antell was the editor of Big Apple Parent for 13 years and continues to write for the monthly publication. Antell has been published in "The New York Times," "Parents" magazine and on numerous websites. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English literature and a Master of Arts degree in literature and drama from Washington University.
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