Trend forecasters have been predicting Indian to be the next “hot” ethnic cuisine to take off stateside. While Indian-centric fast-casual concepts are beginning to expand and Indian stations are common in college dining, 2020 may be the year that Indian flavors catch on in both authentic and nontraditional applications. Technomic’s Ethnic Food & Beverage Consumer Trend Report reveals that 34% of consumers have tried Indian food and like it, plus they find the cuisine to be unique and exciting.
10. Pineapple chutney
+37.5%
Diver Sea Scallops with pineapple chutney at
Legal Sea Foods
11. Biryani
+19.2%
Chicken Dum Biryani at
Boston University
12. Tikka sauce
+2.6%
Chicken Tikka Masala Deep Dish at
Patxi’s Pizza
Source: Technomic Ignite menu data