Tuesday, August 19, 2008

TANDOORI CHICKEN

TANDOORI CHICKEN
Serves: 4

Ingredients
Chicken (cut in 4 pieces-2 breast and 2 legs) 2 no.
Yogurt 1 cup
Lime Juice 1 tablespoon
Ground Red Chilies 1/4 teaspoon
Fresh Garlic Paste 1 tablespoon
Ginger Paste 1/2 tablespoon
Garam Masala (Indian allspice) 1 tablespoon
Salt 1 teaspoon
Oil 1 tablespoon

Method
Make incisions in the flesh of the chicken pieces and rub lime juice and salt over them. Keep aside for half an hour.
Mix the rest of the ingredients in yogurt to a smooth paste
Arrange chicken pieces in a dish and pour over the yogurt mixture. Work the marinade well into the incisions.
Refrigerate at least for 4-6 hours.
Grill the chicken in tandoor or on medium hot grill (covered for better flavor) for 10 minutes and then turn over and cook for another 10-12 minutes till done.
Serve with Naan, lemon wedges and garnish with sprig of fresh cilantro.

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