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Best Pakistani Food in Nelson: What to Order at Hazara Spice

Hazara Special Mixed Grill at Hazara Spice, Nelson

If you are looking for proper Pakistani food in Nelson, Hazara Spice on Albert Street cooks it the way it is made back home: fresh to order, on the flame or in the karahi, with spices ground the traditional way. Here is a simple guide to what to order on your first visit, whether you are eating in, collecting or getting delivery across Nelson and Pendle.

Start with something from the flame grill

The Hazara Flame Grill is where most first-time guests begin. Our Chicken Tikka on Naan and Seekh Kebab on Naan are £3.99 each and come with salad and house sauce, so they make a quick lunch or a light dinner. For something more traditional, the Chapli Kebab on Naan (£7.49) is a desi-style chapli kebab served with fresh naan, salad and spicy chutney.

Eating with family or friends? The Family Mixed Grill Platter (£29.99) is a generous sharing platter of mixed grilled meats with roti, rice, naan, fries, salad and sauces.

Try a Hazara signature dish

Our Signature Heroes are the dishes we are proudest of:

  • Hazara Special Mixed Grill (£16.99) – a platter for two with seekh kebab, malai boti, chicken tikka, bihari kebab and chicken wings, served with rice, naan and sauces.
  • Balakoti Karahi (£11.99) – traditional Shinwari-style lamb karahi cooked with simple spices and fresh tomatoes, made with 1 kg of lamb.
  • Chicken Katwa Handi (£8.99) – a Hindko-style clay handi dish, slow-cooked home-style with a creamy, smoky desi flavour.
  • Qalandri Pulao (£5.99) – fragrant Afghan-style rice with tender meat, carrots and raisins.
  • Shalpata Burger (£5.99) – a crispy fried chicken fillet with bold Hazara spice, fresh salad and our signature sauce.

Karahi and handi for sharing

A karahi is the classic dish to share at a Pakistani table. Our Kaghani Chicken Karahi (£7.99) is cooked in a rich tomato masala with fresh herbs, and the Balakoti and Lahori chicken karahis are available in 1 kg portions (£9.99) for a group. Order fresh naan (£0.99) on the side to scoop it up.

Rice, bowls and sides

If you prefer a one-plate meal, try a Chicken Biryani or Mutton Biryani (£4.99 each), Cholay Chawal (£5.99) or one of our rice bowls such as the Black Flame Tikka Bowl (£4.99). Add Chicken Tikka Loaded Fries or Volcano Loaded Fries (£4.99) if you are feeling hungry.

Finish with chai and something sweet

No Pakistani meal is complete without a cup of proper Doodh Patti Chai (£1.99), slow-brewed strong and creamy, or a light Kehwa (£0.99). For dessert, the warm Kunafa (£5.99) and Molten Lava Cake (£4.99) are favourites.

Is the food halal?

Yes. All the meat we serve at Hazara Spice is halal. Everything is cooked fresh when you order, so if you have an allergy, just tell our team before you order.

Visit, collect or order online

You will find us at 3 Albert Street, Nelson, BB9 7EY. We are open every day from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm for dine-in, collection and delivery. Browse the full Hazara Spice menu and order online, or call 07490 907758.