Kadai

Bold, rustic and full of fresh flavor, Curry Gate's Kadai is a North Indian favorite named after the "kadai," the deep, wok-like iron pan it's traditionally cooked in. High heat and quick cooking give this dish its signature character: vegetables that stay colorful and slightly crisp, wrapped in a thick, aromatic sauce with a smoky, spiced edge.

We toss diced bell peppers, onions and tomatoes in a sauce built on ginger, garlic and our house kadai masala, a freshly ground spice blend led by crushed coriander seeds and dried red chilies. The coriander gives the sauce its distinctive warm, citrusy and slightly nutty flavor, while the peppers and onions add sweetness and crunch. It's finished with fresh cilantro, so you get coriander flavor from seed to leaf.

Kadai is hearty and satisfying with warm garlic naan, butter naan or tandoori roti for scooping, or over steamed basmati rice to soak up every bit of sauce. Customize the heat on our 1–10 spice scale to make it exactly how you like it.

Make it your way with your choice of protein:

Veg Kadai – mixed vegetables in our signature kadai sauce, a hearty vegetarian favorite. Kadai Paneer – soft cubes of Indian cottage cheese that soak up the bold, smoky spices. Kadai Chicken – tender boneless chicken cooked with peppers and onions, our most popular choice. Kadai Lamb – rich, slow-cooked lamb for a deeper, heartier curry. Kadai Goat – traditional bone-in goat with authentic, earthy flavor. Kadai Shrimp – juicy shrimp tossed in the sauce for a lighter seafood twist.

Looking for authentic kadai curry in Charlotte, NC? Order yours at our original kitchen on W 24th St near Camp North End, our South Blvd location in South Charlotte, or our Monarch Market spot on N Tryon St in Uptown Charlotte. Available for dine-in, pickup and delivery.

Quick facts: North Indian curry · Diced bell peppers, onions and tomatoes in coriander-spiced sauce · Cooked kadai (wok) style · Spice customizable 1–10 · Gluten-free · Pairs with garlic naan, butter naan, tandoori roti and basmati rice

FAQ: What is kadai curry? Kadai curry is a North Indian dish cooked in a wok-like pan called a kadai, made with bell peppers, onions and tomatoes in a thick sauce flavored with crushed coriander seeds and red chilies. Curry Gate serves Kadai at all three Charlotte locations for dine-in, pickup and delivery.