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| Tandoori Chicken@The Dish Diary |
Tandoori chicken is a popular
Indian dish that is traditionally cooked in a clay oven called a tandoor. The
dish is made by marinating chicken pieces in a mixture of yogurt and spices,
such as cumin, coriander, turmeric, garlic, ginger, and chili powder, and then
roasting them in the tandoor until they are cooked through and have a slightly
charred exterior.
The yogurt in the marinade helps to tenderize the chicken, while the spices add flavor and color to the dish.Tandoori chicken is typically served with naan bread, rice, or salad, and is often accompanied by a tangy and spicy chutney made from mint, coriander, and other ingredients.
Tandoori chicken is a popular dish not only in India but also in other parts of the world, and it is often seen on the menus of Indian restaurants.
Here's a simple recipe for tandoori chicken:
Ingredients:
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken
thighs or breasts, cut into pieces
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1 cup plain yogurt
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 teaspoons paprika
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon ground coriander
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1 teaspoon turmeric
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Lemon wedges and cilantro for
garnish
Recipe:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together
the yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric, garlic
powder, ginger powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper until well combined.
2.
Add the chicken pieces to the bowl
and coat them with the marinade, making sure each piece is fully coated. Cover
the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
3.
When ready to cook, preheat the
oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
4.
Arrange the marinated chicken
pieces on the baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or
until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred on the outside.
5.
Garnish with lemon wedges and
cilantro before serving. Enjoy!
Note: You can also grill the chicken on a barbecue or cook it in a
tandoor oven for a more authentic flavor.
