Kesari Kebab in Ashford is bringing big Indian flavour to the heart of Surrey. This local gem is run and owned by chef Khursheed Khan, who certainly knows a thing or two about high quality cooking, having worked in some of London’s best Michelin starred kitchens. The team at Kesari Kebab focus on bold spices, using quality ingredients, and whip everything up with a real passion for what they do. And it's not just the food that's impressive – with a cocktail list packed with clever twists on favourites and signature mixes, plus, a great wine selection.
Small bites, which can be enjoyed on their own as a starter, or bundled up to create a picky bits situation, come in a long list of veggie, meat and fish, and tandoor selections. Try the fish fillets marinated in spices, coated in chickpea flour and deep-fried to crispy perfection, or the tender juicy chicken wings shaped into lollipops. We also love the sound of the lasooni jhinga – a dish of juicy prawns marinated with garlic and spices, before being grilled to perfection. The veggie selection is particularly long, with options of skewered and marinated paneer, crispy puris filled with a spicy mixture of mashed potatoes, chickpea and tamarind chutney, and crisp golden smolina shells stuffed with spices, potatoes, tamarind and mint chutney.
The main courses include all the classic favourites, like chicken jalfrezi, Old Delhi butter chicken, and Goan fish curry, along with the sindhi methi gosht, kesari dal makhni and matar paneer. Don’t forget about the sides, and order some delicious breads, like the pudina paratha with fresh mint, whole wheat tandoori roti, or classic naan bread brushed with rich melted butter. Other sides include pilau rice, tarkari dum biryani and a selection of chutneys.