🇬🇧 London's BEST Uyghur Food? Karamay Delivers! 🔥
If you're craving bold, hearty flavors without breaking the bank (£20pp?!), rush to Karamay—a tiny spot near Oxford Street serving authentic Xinjiang cuisine that’ll knock your socks off. Pro tip: Come HUNGRY. 🍗 Must-Order Dishes: 🌟 Big Plate Chicken (Da Pan Ji) – Tender chicken, melt-in-mouth potatoes, and hand-pulled noodles swimming in spicy broth. So good, they gave us FREE noodle refills! 🥹 🌟 Samsa (Uyghur "Baked Buns") – Crispy shells hide juicy lamb/beef fillings that burst with soup when you bite in. Mind. Blown. 🌟 Polo (Lamb Rice Pilaf) – Fragrant, buttery rice studded with hunks of soft lamb. Comfort in a bowl. 🌟 Stir-Fried Rice Noodles – Mildly spicy (even for spice wimps!), chewy, and addictive. 📍 12 Great Castle St, London W1W 8LR Why We Love It: • Generous portions (leftovers = next-day bliss) • Warm service (they’ll guide you if you’re new to Uyghur food) • Unpretentious vibes (plastic tables, big flavors) Hot Take: Their homemade yogurt (order it with honey!) is the perfect palate cleanser. Ever tried Xinjiang cuisine? What’s your favorite dish? 👇 #LondonEats #KaramayLondon #UyghurFood #XinjiangCuisine #OxfordStreetEats #BudgetEatsLondon #HiddenGemsLondon