Korma

कोरमा Also: Chicken Korma, Lamb Korma, Mughlai Korma
Dairy: Likely contains restriction
Tree Nut: Likely contains restriction
Vegetarian: Check with staff

A mild, rich Mughal curry braised in yogurt, cream, and ground cashews with aromatic spices.

Allergen data cross-referenced against published allergen databases.

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The full allergen breakdown is below. Select your restrictions to see a personalized safety status.

Full allergen breakdown

Ingredients

  • chicken or lamb
  • yogurt (Dairy)
  • cream (Dairy)
  • cashew paste (Tree Nut)
  • almond paste (Tree Nut)
  • onions
  • garlic
  • ginger
  • cardamom
  • saffron

Hidden Ingredients

These ingredients are not typically listed on menus but are present in traditional preparations.

  • cashew and almond paste as the thickening base
  • yogurt and cream providing dairy richness

Allergen Breakdown

Dairy-Free

Likely contains restriction

Yogurt and cream are structural ingredients.

Gluten-Free

Likely OK

Traditional korma is gluten-free.

Peanut-Free

Likely OK

No peanuts in korma.

Tree Nut-Free

Likely contains restriction

Ground cashew paste and almond paste create the sauce base.

Shellfish-Free

Likely OK

No shellfish in korma.

Egg-Free

Likely OK

No eggs in korma.

Fish-Free

Likely OK

No fish in korma.

Soy-Free

Likely OK

No soy in korma.

Sesame-Free

Likely OK

No sesame in standard korma.

Vegetarian

Check with staff

Vegetable korma versions exist. Traditional is meat-based.

Key risk: Korma's creaminess comes from both dairy (yogurt, cream) and ground nuts (cashews and almonds). This dish is unsafe for both dairy-sensitive and tree nut-sensitive diners simultaneously. The nut content is invisible in the finished sauce.

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Important: Dish Scout is a reference guide, not medical advice. Traditional recipes vary by restaurant, region, and chef. Always verify ingredients with restaurant staff before ordering. When in doubt, don't eat it.