Indian Tandoori
Well-known Tandoori BBQ develops its flavor in a fragrant yogurt-marinade. The spice blend includes ajowan, an extraordinary aromatic Indian spice. Ajowan has a thyme-anise-like taste, slightly bitter and nutty. Dip the grilled goodness into a mint chutney from fresh herbs.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1.25 lb chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
Fresh Produce
- 3 cloves garlic grated
- 1.5 inch ginger grated
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves chopped
- 1 lemon for juice
Dairy
- 2/3 cup yogurt plain
Packaged Goods/Staples
- 12 skewers *)
- salt
- oil
Tandoori Culinary Spice Kit
- [1] Paprika, cinnamon, cardamom, ajowan, turmeric, cloves, cumin, white pepper, coriander
- [2] Chili flakes
Suggested Sides
- 2 cups basmati rice cooked or steamed
Instructions
Marinade
- In a BOWL, add yogurt, Tandoori [1] spices, 2/3 of the garlic and ginger, salt and Tandoori [2] spices to taste. Mix well.
- Coat chicken with the marinade.
- Cover and let marinate in the fridge for 2 to 24 hours.
Mint chutney
- In a FOOD PROCESSOR, blend mint, cilantro, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/3 of the garlic and ginger, salt and Tandoori [2] spices to taste.
- Add water as needed to create a thick sauce.
- Cover and keep cool until serving.
Bake
- Preheat OVEN to 425°F.
- Thread chicken onto skewers.
- Place skewers in a BAKING DISH lined with aluminum foil.
- Roast in the OVEN for 20 to 30 minutes, until cooked through, turning midway.
Serve
- Serve tandoori with rice or bread, the mint chutney, and optionally a fresh salad.
- Enjoy!
Notes
*) If using wooden skewers, soak them first for 30 minutes in water.
▪ Substitute chicken with lamb loin, sirloin beef, veal, mushrooms, potatoes, and/ or boiled paneer or tofu.
▪ Substitute cilantro with parsley.
▪ Substitute rice with naan or chapati bread.
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2022-12-14
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2022-12-05
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2022-11-29
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2022-05-22
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