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Tandoori Chicken

Cultural Context

Tandoori chicken is a popular dish originating from the Indian subcontinent, known for its vibrant color and smoky flavor. Traditionally cooked in a clay oven called a tandoor, it has become a staple in Indian cuisine and is enjoyed worldwide. The dish reflects the rich culinary heritage of India, where spices and cooking techniques are deeply rooted in cultural practices.

IndianINmain
120 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup (350g) full fat yogurt
1/4 cup (60g) oil
1 inch knob ginger
3-6 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon (4g) turmeric
1 tablespoon (10g) tandoori masala
2 teaspoons (6g) garam masala
10g salt
1 teaspoon (8g) black pepper
1 tablespoon (6g) paprika
2 teaspoons (1g) fenugreek
2 tablespoons (20g) Kashmiri chile
zest/juice of 1 lemon
5-10 drops red food color

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Greek yogurt is higher in protein, while buttermilk is often less expensive.

chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Skinless chicken is lower in fat, while thighs are usually cheaper than breasts.

1

Marinate the chicken in yogurt, oil, ginger, garlic, turmeric, tandoori masala, garam masala, salt, black pepper, paprika, fenugreek, Kashmiri chile, lemon zest/juice, and red food color for several hours or overnight.

2

Preheat the tandoor or oven to a high temperature.

3

Skewer the marinated chicken pieces.

4

Cook the chicken in the tandoor or oven until fully cooked and slightly charred.

5

Baste with oil during cooking for moisture.

6

Serve hot with garlic naan and raita.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingbasting

Equipment Needed

tandoorskewersmixing bowloven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Tandoori Murgh

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