Nut allergies and Indian food can feel like a scary combination. Many Indian restaurants use ground almonds and cashews in their sauces. But with the right knowledge, you can safely enjoy authentic Indian cuisine. Here's your complete guide to nut-safe Indian dining.
Jaflong's Nut-Free Cooking Approach
Good news: Jaflong Tandoori's kitchen cooks without nuts. We don't add peanuts, almonds, cashews, pistachios or any nut pastes to our dishes as ingredients. However, some ingredients come from factories that also handle nuts, so we cannot guarantee the complete absence of trace nuts — and we always declare this so you can make an informed choice.
Safe Dishes for Nut Allergy Sufferers
✅ Generally Safe
- ✓ Tandoori Chicken / Lamb Tikka
- ✓ Chicken/Lamb Bhuna
- ✓ Chicken/Lamb Jalfrezi
- ✓ Chicken/Lamb Madras
- ✓ Chicken/Lamb Vindaloo
- ✓ Balti dishes
- ✓ Plain rice and naan
- ✓ Seekh Kebab
⚠️ Check First
- ⚠ Korma (may contain ground almonds)
- ⚠ Passanda (may contain cashews)
- ⚠ Desserts (may contain pistachios)
- ⚠ Special sauces (may use nut paste)
How to Communicate Your Allergy
- Be direct: "I have a severe nut allergy — no almonds, cashews, pistachios, or peanuts"
- Ask about cross-contamination: "Do you use nuts in any dishes? Is there risk of cross-contact?"
- Call ahead for delivery: Phone 020 8332 1339 and inform us before ordering
- Carry your EpiPen: Always have emergency medication when dining out
- Request allergen information: Restaurants are legally required to provide this
Jaflong's Food Safety Standards
We hold a 5-star food hygiene rating from the local council. Our kitchen follows strict allergen protocols, and our staff are trained to handle allergy requests. We'd rather you ask too many questions than not enough — your safety is our priority.