Shalimar East Indian Restaurant

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The Scene – Albuquerque is blessed with more than a half-dozen Indian restaurants, each with its own variation of the already-diverse cuisine. Shalimar, with its homey ambiance and lively kitchen, is one of the best in town. – – The Food – The friendly family that runs Shalimar hails from Punjab, a region known for excellent tandoori-style cooking. Keep that in mind as you place your order. Start the meal with paneer pakora (homemade cheese) or an order of samosas (crispy little triangle pastries stuffed with curried potatoes and peas). A glass of cold…