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Finding Indian groceries in Germany

Where to get atta, dal, spices, paneer, and everything else, by city and online.

Updated 5 April 20261 min read
Key takeaway

Indian grocery stores exist in every major German city, concentrated in Charlottenburg (Berlin), Schwabing (Munich), Sachsenhausen (Frankfurt). Online options: Desigros, Jamoona, Namaste Deutschland ship Germany-wide. Asian supermarkets carry most Indian staples.

General information, not professional advice. Rules, numbers, and procedures change. Verify with an official source or qualified professional (Steuerberater, Rechtsanwalt, Hausarzt, Ausländerbehörde) before acting on anything here.

You do not need to ship suitcases of spices. Germany has a solid Indian grocery ecosystem. You just need to know where to look.

The three sources

  1. Indian supermarkets. Best selection, fresh paneer and vegetables. Every major city has at least two.
  2. Asian supermarkets (Asia Markt). Often have Indian sections. Great for basics and sauces.
  3. Online for specialty items or smaller cities: IndianSpices, Ishopindian.de, Amazon.

What is easy to find

Atta, toor dal, moong dal, basmati rice, ghee, turmeric, garam masala, cumin, mustard seeds, paneer, frozen parathas, pickles, Maggi.

What is harder

Fresh curry leaves, fresh coconut, specific regional items. Check Amazon or ship from Indian supermarkets in Berlin or Frankfurt.

Tips

  • Paneer is cheaper at Indian stores than supermarket chains
  • Many German supermarkets (REWE, Edeka) now stock basic Indian ingredients
  • For fresh produce (coriander, green chilies, karela), Turkish grocery stores are gold

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