Zaffron Kitchen – Indian
Stepping into Zaffron Kitchen, guests are greeted by the intoxicating aroma of saffron-infused rice and flame-grilled meats, setting the stage for a vibrant journey through traditional Afghan flavors. The table becomes a tapestry of rich textures, from the crisp, golden edges of stuffed bolanee and velvety swirls of baba ghanoush to the tender, caramelized sweetness of slow-cooked kadoo. Each dish, whether a delicate plate of vegetable manti or succulent chicken kebabs, invites diners to linger over a soulful meal that celebrates the aromatic heritage of the Silk Road.
183, Nott Terrace, Schenectady, NY, 12308 https://zaffronk.com/0Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, low-carb, halal, dairy-free, nut-free, pescatarian, plant-based, low-sodium, low-fat, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, south-beach, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, zone, volumetrics, tlc, renal, alkaline, macrobiotic, slow-carb, juice-cleanse
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Bolanee - $10.99: Served with garlic and mint yogurt sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus - $5.99: Mashed chickpeas with garlic tahini, served with naan Available at: dinner, lunch
- Badenjan (Eggplant) - $6.99: Pan-seared eggplant with garlic and herbs, topped with garlic yogurt sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kadoo (Butternut Squash) - $6.99: Pan-seared butternut squash with lemon-sweet-zesty sauce, topped with garlic yogurt and mint Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baba Ghanoush - $5.99: Mashed roasted eggplant with parsley, served with naan Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel - $6.99: Fried chickpeas, parsley, and herbs, served with white sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grape Leaves - $5.99: Stuffed with rice, garlic, and herbs, topped with olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dynamite Jumbo Shrimp - $8.99: Zaffron battered jumbo fried shrimp served with mild Zaffire sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aushak (Vegetable Manti) - $9.99: Leeks and herbs filled dumplings topped with creamy garlic yogurt sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Kebab Rice Plate - $14.99: Marinated chicken breast grilled, choice of brown basmati or white saffron rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Shank with Kabuli Palow - $19.99: Marinated lamb foreshank served with signature Afghan Basmati rice, raisins, and carrots Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zaffire Surf & Turf - $26.99: Sweet and zesty shrimp with Ribeye steak kebab and aromatic white saffron rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zaffron Burger Meal - $13.99: Burger on brioche with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, white sauce, fries, and soda Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Gyro Over Rice - $13.99: Served over rice with choice of toppings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chop Rice Plate - $23.99: Spring lamb chops with choice of rice Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Garden Salad - $9.99: Romaine, tomato, onion, cucumber, black olives, and purple cabbage Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fattoush Salad - $10.99: Lettuce, tomato, onion, cucumber, cabbage, olives, dry mint with garlic pita chips and lemon dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Salad - $11.99: Tomato, onion, cucumber, chickpeas, dry mint, lemon juice, green pepper, pickled cabbage, olives with tahini maple dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Juice-Cleanse Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Mangonada Smoothie - $6.99: Real mango chunks with chamoy and tajin
- Piña Colada - $6.99: Pineapple and coconut blend
- Ayran Original - $3.99: Yogurt drink Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Soda Bottle - $2.99: 20 oz. Pepsi products
- Bottled Water - $1.99: 20 oz. Dasani
Desserts
- Baklava - $4.99: Filled with nuts and honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cream Roll - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cake Slice - $5.99: Flavor varies Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Sides
- Fries - $3.99 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side of Naan - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side of White Rice - $5.99: White saffron rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
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