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Takeaway Menu


SOUP
SOUP



Cheera Parippu Soup
Well, what you are getting here is creamy spinach meets lentils and it is easy, utterly delicious and healthy.
£6.29
Vegetarian
Vegan


Chemmeen Coconut Soup
A shrimp flavoured broth with coconut milk, herbs and spices.
£7.29



FAST SNACKS & TREATS
FAST SNACKS & TREATS
Traditional naalumani palaharam (evening snacks) from gods own country. It is an extremely popular treat and is given to any guests when visiting a house. They are best accompanied with our unique chutneys and pickles and they are served in a basket.


Palaharam
Murukku- Savoury crunchy twists made with rice and urid dal. Nenthrakayi Upperi - Traditional Kerala chips made from plantains. Pappadoms- Plain, crispy snack made from black gram lentils and rice. Pakkavada- Spicy snack prepared by making the batter ribbony using seva press and deep fried.
£6.19
Palaharam



NON-VEGETARIAN STARTERS
NON-VEGETARIAN STARTERS



Chemmeen Elavan Fry
Prawns marinated with onion, ginger, coconut, chilli paste and curry leaves then briefly grilled on a tawa and served with salad.
£9.89
Chemmeen Elavan Fry


Koonthal Roast
Koonthal otherwise known as squid, cooked in typical koinonian spices, briefly stirred on the stove with onions, curry leaves and coconut.
£9.39
Koonthal Roast


Meen Porichathu - Fish Fry
Fish marinated in masala and then shallow fried for a crunchy and spicy flavour. Served with salad.
£9.29
Meen Porichathu - Fish Fry


Varkala Seafood Platter
A traditional assortment of prawns, fish, squid and crab cake, served with fresh seasonal salad and Mouth-watering Mint Sauce.
£15.59
Varkala Seafood Platter


Lamb Chops
Lamb chops are marinated in an aromatic mix of garlic, chilli, lime juice and olive oil, before being grilled to perfection.
£9.99
Lamb Chops


Pothu Ularthiyath (Beef)
Bite-sized pieces of beef cooked with ginger, garlic and shallots with authentic Keralan spices.
£9.99


Mala Kozhi Fry
Chef Mani’s special chicken cooked with traditional Kerala spices.
£8.99


Lamb Pepper Fry
Cubes of lamb slow cooked with spices, black pepper, ginger garlic and green chillies with curry leaves.
£9.29


Chicken 65
Bite-sized chicken pieces marinated in yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, and Indian spices, then deep-fried to a crispy, golden finish with a juicy interior
£8.99
Mild



VEGETARIAN STARTERS
VEGETARIAN STARTERS



Sambar Wada
Literally translated as “soft silky dumplings”. A spongy dumpling in a crunchy case, made from urad beans and chillies, immersed in delicious curry known as sambar.
£6.99
Vegetarian
Vegan


Chilli Paneer
Deep fried cubes of Indian cottage cheese with chilli, pepper, onion and garlic.
£8.99
Vegetarian


Vazhuthananga Porichathu
Finely sliced pieces of aubergines are dipped in a special batter, blended with coriander and chilli, before frying and served with fresh salad.
£6.99
Vegetarian
Vegan


Vegetable Samosa
Deep fried pastry filled with potatoes, peas and spices.
£7.29
Gluten free
Vegetarian
Vegan


Dahi Batata Poori
Sweetened, spiced mashed potatoes and chutneys filled inside small fried breads and topped with yoghurt and crunchy chickpea noodles.
£7.19
Gluten free
Vegan


Spinach & Onion Vada
Spinach and onion seasoned and coated with a gram flour batter that is flavoured with Indian spices chilli powder turmeric and special Kerala masala.
£7.49
Vegetarian
Vegan



DOSA CORNER
DOSA CORNER
DOSA IS A PANCAKE MADE FROM A MIXTURE OF SOAKED RICE AND LENTILS GROUND TOGETHER AND FERMENTED OVERNIGHT. All Dosa are served with sambar and chutneys.


Koinonia Masala Dosa
Crispy crepe made of fermented rice and lentils with potato masala, cooked on a hot flat griddle plate, served with sambar and chutney.
£7.99
Vegetarian
Vegan


Ghee Roast
Crispy crepe made of ghee, served with sambar and chutney.
£7.69
Vegetarian
Vegan


Brahmin Masala Dosa
The “Spicy Onion Chutney” is what makes the Brahmin masala different from the ordinary masala dosas. The spicy chutney adds beautiful flavours and spice which makes this dosa so delicious.
£8.49
Vegetarian
Vegan


Uthappam (Cheese, Onion or Mix Vegetable)
Thick pancake with different toppings cooked right into the batter served with sambar chutney. Uthappam is known as south Indian Pizza.
£7.99
Vegetarian
Vegan


Podi Dosa
A crispy rice and lentil crepe sprinkled with a sig nature spicy lentil powder (podi). This flavorful dosa adds a bold kick, served with coconut chutney and sambar for the perfect balance of heat and taste.
£7.79



MAIN COURSE - From Pachakari (The Garden)
MAIN COURSE - From Pachakari (The Garden)



Mutter Paneer
A delicious combination of soft paneer and healthy green peas in a mild tomato based gravy, turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chilli powder and garam masala is a treat to taste buds at anytime.
£10.99
Vegetarian


Kadala Curry
Chick peas gently simmered in creamy gravy with traditional spices.
£8.19
Vegetarian
Vegan


Cheera Parippu Curry
Fresh spinach and lentils cooked in a thick sauce of garlic, tomatoes and onion flavoured with curry leaves.
£8.19
Vegetarian
Vegan


Kathrikka Puli Curry (Aubergine)
Aubergine cooked in a tangy tomato and tamarind gravy garnished with fried onions and curry leaves.
£9.89
Vegetarian
Vegan


Mathanga Erisheri (Pumpkin)
Pumpkin made with ground coconut paste, pumpkin, black eye beans and finally seasoned with roasted coconut.
£8.99
Vegetarian
Vegan


Vegetable Stew
A creamy and fragrant coconut milk curry with fresh vegetables, delicately spiced with cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom. This comforting Kerala classic pairs perfectly with appam or rice for a wholesome meal.
£8.49


Potato Sabji
Softly cooked potatoes sautéed with mustard seeds, cumin, turmeric, and green chilies, garnished with fresh coriander. A simple, flavorful dish perfect with poori, chapati or rice.
£8.10



MAIN COURSES - From Fisherman’s Cove
MAIN COURSES - From Fisherman’s Cove



Kappad Chemmeen Masala
Speciality of Calicut, a place where Vasco de Gama’s first steps in India. A thrilling Malabar prawn dish cooked in a thick sauce with ginger, curry leaves and onions.
£17.39


Travancore Fish Curry
Kerala, being land of coconut, the coconut milk is an essential part of the fish dishes. This fish is cooked with turmeric, chillies, onion and coconut milk, it is sure to delight you with its aromatic and tangy flavour.
£16.99


Meen Pollichathu
A typical preparation of fish with homemade spices wrapped in banana leaves comes with potatoes and salad. It’s mostly served in toddy shops (local pubs) and back waters.
£17.29


Lobster Malabari
Lobster with coconut gravy, curry leaves, shallots and ginger.
£45.99


Kappayum Meenum
The most famous dish of Kallu Shaap (Toddy Shops) all over Kerala. Fish cooked in a sauce made from onions, fried chillies, turmeric and ginger served with a plate of cassava steamed in turmeric water. This combination tastes so good that people walk into these village bars just to taste it even though they don’t drink alcohol.
£16.89


Vembanad Njandu MasalaNew Dish
Crab curry with chef’s special Masala, a typical Kerala style delicacy with great aroma and taste. Served with shells.
£17.39


Kudampully Fish Curry
Fresh fish is cooked with raw unseasoned spices along with Kudampully (coccum). Tangy and spicy fish curry.
£16.99


Kovlam Seafood Curry
Fish, squid, mussels, and prawns cooked with Keralan spices, onion, ginger, garlic and mustard seed in a coconut based sauce.
£17.95



MAIN COURSE - From Errachi Kada (The Butchers)
MAIN COURSE - From Errachi Kada (The Butchers)



Varutharacha Kozhi Curry (Chicken Malabar)
Bite sized pieces of chicken simmered in whole spices and cooked in roasted coconut and red masala.
£14.19


Kozhi Korma
Chicken simmered in whole spices and cooked with cashew nuts, cream and onion with a little extra spice.
£13.89


Kozhi Kurumulagu Peralan (Chicken)
An exotic chicken curry from god’s own country, cooked in a spicy peppercorn sauce.
£14.29


Murgh Makhani (Butter Chicken)
Chicken tikka cooked in rich cashew nuts with a tomato based mild gravy finished with fresh cream and butter.
£14.29


Kuttanadan Duck Curry
This is rich, spice-laden duck curry with coriander, cashew nut and coconut gravy. A speciality from Syrian Christian cuisine.
£17.29


Thalasseri Kozhi Biriyani
Ethnic biriyani from the Malabar region of Kerala prepared by cooking long grain rice and chicken in cow ghee with green chillies, whole spices, home ground garam masala powder, cashew nuts and raisins served with hardboiled egg.
£15.29


Masala Roast Beef
This is a real delight for the beef eaters. The roots of this recipe are Portuguese; it’s widely prepared among the Syrian Christians in Kerala, India. Basically roast the sliced beef and tossed in the spicy ingredients. It’s so yummy and it goes well with Ghee rice. Comes with cassava and salad.
£16.99


Nadan Erachi Kootu Curry
Grandmother’s signature Keralan recipe, lamb cooked to perfection with homemade ground curry paste, whole spices and herbs with finely toasted with fresh spinach and coconut milk.
£16.19


Railway Mutton Curry
Railway mutton curry takes you to the colonial era when travelling by first class train were for the privileged. This not too spicy mutton dish used to be served in the railway refreshment room and long distance train to cater the British palate.
£16.59


Lucky Beef Biryani
Inspired by Kerala folklore, this flavorful biryani features tender beef marinated in aromatic spices and layered with fragrant basmati rice. Infused with fried dry fruits and garnished with crispy fried onions and fresh herbs.
£16.49


Maappila Beef Malli
A flavourful Malabar specialty featuring tender beef cooked in a fragrant blend of spices, including coriander, which gives it a unique aroma. This robust curry is simmered to perfection, served with steamed rice or Malabar parotta for a truly authentic experience
£16.59



SIDE DISHES
SIDE DISHES



Kakka Roast (Mussels)
Traditional and spicy, is a combination of Mussels, chopped shallots, pepper corn and curry leaves.
£8.89


Karivepila kizhang (Potato)
Dry preparation of curry leaves, potato, onions, roasted garlic and simmered in turmeric and spices.
£6.49
Vegetarian
Vegan


Beans Thoran
Fresh beans finely chopped and cooked in traditional south Indian thoran style with shallots, grated coconut, curry leaves and mustard.
£6.29
Vegetarian
Vegan


Vendakka Masala (Okra)
Fresh Okra (Lady Fingers) stir fried with shallots, garlic, then tempered with chillies, mustard seeds and curry leaves.
£7.99
Vegetarian
Vegan


Koinonia Special Salad
Our chef’s special salad. A refreshing salad with mango, carrots, lettuce, tomato with ginger yoghurt dressing.
£6.89
Vegetarian
Vegan


Pala Egg Roast
Boiled egg tossed in onion and Fresh tomato masala, flavoured with ginger, curry leaves, seasoned with crushed black pepper and fennel powder.
£7.99



FROM THE ADUPPU
FROM THE ADUPPU



Chapatti (2 pieces)
Flat Indian bread made of wheat flour.
£2.89
Gluten free
Vegetarian
Vegan


Malabar Paratha (1 Piece)
A many layered white flour fine bread, crisp and flaky cooked to perfection on a griddle.
£1.99
Gluten free
Vegetarian


Appam (2 pieces)
Made from fermented rice batter and milk fluffy in the centre, also known as hoppers.
£3.99
Vegetarian
Vegan


Poori (2 pieces)
Fluffy fried flat bread made from wheat flour.
£3.79
Gluten free
Vegetarian
Vegan



RICE DISHES
RICE DISHES



Thenga Choru (Coconut)
Long grain rice mixed with onions, grated coconut, urud dal and curry leaves.
£3.39
Vegetarian
Vegan


Neeyu Choru (Ghee Pulav)
Mappila speciality preparation of long grain rice with ghee, whole spices, dry fruits and nuts.
£3.49
Vegetarian


Garlic and Peanut Rice
Long grain rice cooked with garlic peanuts and aromatic spice. Chef Mani’s speciality rice.
£3.99


Koonu Choru (Mushroom)
Mouth watering recipe with sliced button mushrooms, garlic, chilli flakes, mustard and curry leaves.
£3.99
Vegetarian
Vegan


Thayir Sadam (Curd)
A cooling mixture of rice and yoghurt tempered with asafoetida and mustard seeds.
£4.59


Plain Rice
Steamed plain white basmati rice.
£2.99
Vegetarian
Vegan


Naranga Choru
Tangy, fresh tasting rice tossed with lemon juice, fresh curry leaves, mustard seeds and dried red chillies.
£3.69
Vegetarian
Vegan



DESSERTS
DESSERTS



Coconut Pancake
Folded pancakes with stewed fresh coconut dry fruits and sugar. Served with ice cream.
£4.99


Payasam of the Day
Traditional pudding of Kerala cooked in reduced milk, jaggery/sugar and ghee.
£3.99


Carrot Halwa
Unusual Indian dessert made with grated carrots, whole milk, dried fruit and nuts. It has a delicious light fudgy texture.
£4.99


Gulab Jamun
Milk dough dumpling, deep fried and soaked in sweet syrup.
£4.99


Unnakkaya (Banana Rolls)
Smashed plantain stuffed with cashew nuts, dried fruits and grated coconut. Sweetened with sugar. Served with ice cream.
£4.99


Choice of Ice Creams
Vanilla, chocolate and strawberry
£3.99


Kulfi
Mango or Pista flavour - a delicious, smooth Indian rich ice cream.
£4.99

19 -20 St Mark's Lane, Newark, Nottingham shire,

NG24 1XS

info@koinoniarestaurant.com

01636 706230

OPENING TIMES  

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SAT

SUN

11:30-15:00 & 18:00-22:00

11:30-15:00 & 18:00-23:00

11:30-23:00

11:30-19:30

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