Tamarind or Imly is a fruit which is acidic in nature. It is extensively used as a major ingredient in various cuisines. The taste is sweet and tangy, and it is one of the most sought-after ingredients in Indian, Middle Eastern and south-East Asian cooking. Where it is either used in various dishes to enhance its flavor or the fresh pulp is used to make chutney.
Today, we are talking about a restaurant which derives its name from this legendary ingredient. Imly in Rajendra Place, is a restaurant which deals on an idea of creating a Food Train and taking its patrons through a street food journey of our country.
Ambience
Imly is the brainchild of Varun Puri and Vivek Bhargava. It promises a concept where one can visit their families and enjoy lip smacking vegetarian Indian Street food and prominent mains from all across our country with soothing non alcoholic drinks. 250 feet long toy train grabs your attention before you even enter inside it for a ride. As soon as you enter you can listen to the peppy bollywood numbers and watch some videos on LCD screen describing the heritage of Indian Railways. Unlike, the Indian Railways the seating is far more comfortable and you don’t need to encounter those maroon and blue leather sofas. Wide large sheet of glass providing natural light and luggage racks on the wall add more icing on the cake.
Food Talks
Team Salt and Sandals, recently visited Imly and we present an ultimate list of top five dishes that you must try in this place.
1. Karare Palak Ki Chaat (INR 65)
Karare Palak Ki Chaat (INR 65)
Also known as Palak Patta Chaat. Is a famous North Indian street food. It has its roots from the state of Uttar Pradesh. Here at Imly, the chaat is given the some authentic taste and flavours. Which further makes it a delight for the tastebuds. Spinach leaves fritters are drizzled with spices, yoghurt, green chutney and Tamarind sauce. Crispiness , tanginess, sweet, spicy and versatile flavour is all what makes this particular dish a very exciting one.
2. Dahi Gol Gappa Chaat (INR 75)
Dahi Golgappa Chaat
Originated from Bihar, where it is popularly known as “Gup chup”. The main ingredients include Sev, moong dal, yoghurt, coriander leaves and tamarind sauce. The puri is filled with boiled potato or chickpeas which is further added with some tamarind sauce. It is then dipped in beaten yoghurt and garnished with sev and anar dana.
3. Mushroom Chettinad ( INR 120)
Mushroom Chettinad
Chettinad is one of my favourite cuisine from the south. Chicken Chettinad which is developed in the Chettinad region of Tamil Nadu, is a delight to any non vegetarian. Here this pure vegetarian restaurant introduces a vegetarian version of this dish called the Mushroom Chettinad. Served with crispy Malabar paranthas, this dish stood out to be the highlight of our meal at Imly. For INR 120/- this dish proves to be a true value for money.
4. Kokum Banta Shikanji (INR 90)
Kokum Banta Shikanji (INR 90)
Shikanji or Banta is the Delhi slang for Lemon Soda. Kokum fruit is found in the western Ghats of India. Pav Bhaji and Vada pav are signified as one of the most famous West Indian street food but here at Imly their Kokum banta Shikanji stole the show.
5. Rasmalai Tiramisu
Rasmalai Tiramisu
It is not an authentic Indian street food item. But it will not be fair if we exclude Rasmalai Tiramisu from our list. A Tiramisu is an Italian dessert which contains eggs and alcohol. Here at Imly, they have done a great fusion and presented a vegetarian and non alcoholic version of a Tiramisu which is in fusion with our all time favourite Rasmalai. Together it creates a remarkable dessert that will an epic conclusion to your food journey in this 250 feet long train.
