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Tandoori Chicken Burgers Recipes | Food Diaries | Zarnak Sidhwa | 30 Aug 2022 | Masala Tv

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Tandoori Chicken Burger

Cultural Context

The Tandoori Chicken Burger blends the traditional flavors of Indian tandoori cooking with the Western concept of a burger. Tandoori cooking originated in the Indian subcontinent, where marinated meats are cooked in a clay oven, known as a tandoor. This dish has gained popularity in fusion cuisine, appealing to those who enjoy spicy flavors in a familiar format. Today, variations can be found globally, often adapting the spice levels and toppings to local tastes.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
Chicken thighs or breast fillets ½ kg
Yoghurt 175gm
Red chili powder 1 tsp
Dried fenugreek leaves, crushed 1 tbsp
Ginger garlic paste ½ tbsp
Green chili paste ½ tbsp
Oil 5 tbsp
Turmeric ½ tsp
Salt 1 1⁄4 tsp
All spice powder 1 1⁄2 tsp
Cumin powder 1 tsp
Coriander powder 1 tsp
Lemon juice ½ lemon
Orange food color a pinch
Burger buns 4
Butter for buns as required
Chaat masala a pinch
Onion, cut into rings 1
Tomato, sliced 1
Lettuce leaves as required
Cheddar cheese slices 4
Mayonnaise 4 tbsp
Red chili ¼ tsp
All spice powder ¼ tsp
Cumin powder ¼ tsp
Salt a pinch
Crispy onion pakoras crushed 4
Tamarind chutney 3 tbsp
Masala fries to serve

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain buns offer more fiber.

ground chicken

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Ground turkey is leaner while chicken thighs are more economical.

tandoori masala

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: curry powder

Homemade blends can reduce sodium and cost.

1

Mix all the marination ingredients for the chicken and leave to marinate overnight.

2

Cook the chicken breasts or thighs in the oven on 180°C for 35-45 minutes until the juices are running clear or in a pan.

3

Add cheese slices to the tops of the cooked chicken.

4

Butter the toasted burger buns, sprinkle with chaat masala.

5

On the base of the buns add lettuce leaves, top with crispy pakoras, tomato, onion, chicken thigh and drizzle the spicy mayonnaise and tamarind chutney.

6

Top with burger and serve with masala fries.

Cooking Techniques

mixinggrillingmarinating

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

dairy-freegluten-free

Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Tandoori Chicken SandwichSpicy Chicken Burger

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