Kashmiri Tujji

Kashmiri Tujji BBQ

Kashmiri Tujji

Kashmiri Tujji BBQ

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Kashmiri Tujji is a popular grilled chicken dish from Kashmir, Northern India, known for its flavorful spices and tender texture. It is prepared by marinating meat in a blend of yogurt and aromatic spices before grilling it over charcoal. This dish has a rich history rooted in Kashmiri culinary traditions and is a popular choice for festive gatherings. It is a must-try for those seeking authentic Indian flavors.
hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Kashmiri
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Tujji BBQ

  • 1 lb grill meat (boneless, skinless) [1] cut into 3/4-inch cubes
  • salt & chili powder to taste
  • 1/3 cup yogurt plain
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 clove garlic grated or pressed
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 6-12 skewers [2]

Culinary Spice Kit

  • Fennel, black pepper, cinnamon, mustard, poppy seeds, nutmeg, cardamom, cloves

Dip

  • 4 tbsp carrots, cucumber, or radish, grated
  • 1 tbsp onions, grated & squeezed [3]
  • 1/3 cup yogurt
  • salt & pepper or chilies*

Mint Chutney (optional)

  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves finely chopped
  • 1.2 inch ginger
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 lemon for juice
  • 1-2 fresh chilies to taste (optionally) finely sliced

Suggested Sides

  • rice or flatbread, and dips

Instructions
 

Tujji BBQ

  • In a CONTAINER, add meat or substitute.
  • Rub it with salt & chili powder to taste.
  • Add yogurt, lemon juice, and oil (marinade basics), Tujji spices, garlic, and ginger.
  • Mix well to coat meat or substitute all around.
  • Cover. Let it marinate in the fridge 2 to 24 hours.
  • Thread the marinated pieces onto skewers. [2]
  • Grill meat or substitute or roast it in the oven:

Option 1 - Grilling

  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  • Place the skewers on the grill and cook them for about 20-30 minutes, turning occasionally, all pieces are fully cooked and have a slightly charred and golden-brown appearance.

Option 2 - Roasting

  • Preheat OVEN to 425°F.
  • Place the skewers on a BAKING SHEET lined with greased aluminum foil. Roast the chicken in the OVEN for 20 to 30 minutes, until cooked through, turning midway.

Dip [4]

  • Choose one or two of the vegetables, 4 tbsp in total.
  • Add onions and salt to taste.
  • Mix with the yogurt. Season with pepper or chilies to taste.

Mint Chutney (optional)

  • In a BLENDER, blend mint, cilantro, 1 tbsp lemon juice, garlic, ginger, and salt and chilies to taste.
  • Add water as needed to create a thick sauce.
  • Cover and keep cool until serving.

Serve

  • Serve tujji with dips and rice or flatbread.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

[1] For instance boneless, skinless chicken, lamb loin, sirloin beef, veal, or substitute with mushrooms, eggplant, zucchini, firm tofu.
[2] If using wooden skewers, soak them first for 30 minutes in water.
[3] Substitute: 1 green onion, finely sliced
[4] Optionally, create more dips, each with a different combination of the ingredients added to the yogurt and salt, for instance:
  • One dip with cucumber, sliced fresh chilies and green onions.
  • Another one with carrots, radish, onions, black pepper, and optionally a dash of cumin or coriander.
Marceline Reid-Jaques
Marceline Reid-Jaques
2022-12-14
Karen Jones
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2022-12-05
Wonderful, flavorful meals using readily available ingredients!
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2022-11-29
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2022-05-22
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Mexican Tacos al Pastor

Mexican Tacos Al Pastor

Mexican Tacos al Pastor

Mexican Tacos Al Pastor

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Tacos al Pastor is a popular Mexican street food. Mexican liked Shawarma made by Lebanese immigrants so much that they created their local take of it. For both dishes, thin marinated meat slices are stapled on a vertical rotisserie, slowly roasted, thinly cut, then served in local bread. The 'shepherd style' tacos are marinated in a traditional chili-adobo-paste and topped with pineapple. Ready for Taco Tuesday?
hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Marinade

  • 1.25 lb thin pork [1] chops or tenderloin cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • salt & pepper
  • 1/8 cup vinegar (white wine or apple cider)
  • oil
  • 1/2 onion quartered
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp sugar

Frying

  • 4 slices pineapple [2] (canned or fresh)

Culinary Spice Kit

  • Annatto, ancho chili, pasilla chili, cumin, allspice, oregano, cloves

Suggested Sides & Toppings

  • 12 tortillas [3] or taco shells
  • 2 avocados sliced
  • 1 cup cilantro or parsley chopped
  • 2-4 limes or lemons cut into wedges
  • guacamole see notes
  • salsa verde see notes
  • pineapple sauce see notes

Instructions
 

Marinade

  • Rub meat with salt & pepper to taste.
  • Onion paste: In a BLENDER, blend vinegar & 1 tbsp oil (marinade basics) with onion and garlic into a smooth paste.
  • In a CONTAINER, mix onion paste and tomato paste with Tacos al Pastor spices, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
  • Rub the onion-tomato-spice paste into the meat until evenly coated.
  • Cover and let it marinate in the fridge for 2 to 24 hours.

Fry

  • In a PAN, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium heat.
  • Fry the pineapple slices until browned.
  • Take them out. Set aside to cool.
  • Cut meat and pineapple into thin strips of about 1/4-inches.
  • In the same PAN, add 1 tbsp oil, heat up to high heat.
  • Fry meat 1 to 2 minutes until just done.

Serve

  • Serve meat, pineapple, tortillas, and your preferred toppings on separate plates.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

[1] Substitute pork with chicken breast cut lengthwise.
[2] Substitute pineapple with mango or passion fruit.
[3] Substitute tortillas with any bread of your liking.
▪ Without a BLENDER or FOOD PROCESSOR, grate the garlic and onion.
* Find a guacamole recipe with jalapeno powder and more sauce recipes here.
Marceline Reid-Jaques
Marceline Reid-Jaques
2022-12-14
Karen Jones
Karen Jones
2022-12-05
Wonderful, flavorful meals using readily available ingredients!
ann davis
ann davis
2022-11-29
My daughter gave me a subscription as a Christmas present while our families were quarantining together. It was so much fun! It introduced us to several cuisines that were totally new to us. The recipes were easy to follow and the spices were transformative - fresh and pungent and delicious.
Jessica Brown
Jessica Brown
2022-05-22
The best way to try new dishes!

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