Tandoori Chicken Curry Recipe: A Taste of Indian Cuisine

Tandoori Chicken Curry Recipe: A Taste of Indian Cuisine

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Tandoori Chicken Curry is a tasty dish that you can make at home. It’s made with chicken that’s marinated in yogurt and spices, then cooked in a tandoor oven. But don’t worry if you don’t have a tandoor, you can also make it in your regular oven or on a grill. The curry part comes from the delicious sauce that’s made with tomatoes, onions, and more spices. This dish is great for a family dinner or when you have friends over. It’s a bit spicy, very flavourful, and goes well with rice or naan bread. Enjoy cooking and eating your Tandoori Chicken Curry!

🧑‍🍳 Prep time 20 minutes
🍳 Cook time 40 minutes
 Total time 60 minutes
🍽️ Servings 4

Ingredients:

  • 500g chicken, cut into pieces
  • 200g plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp tandoori masala
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, pureed
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, mix the yogurt, tandoori masala, ginger-garlic paste, and lemon juice. Add the chicken pieces to this marinade and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat the oil in a pan and sauté the onions until golden brown.
  3. Add the pureed tomatoes, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates from the mixture.
  4. Add the marinated chicken to the pan and cook on medium heat until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  5. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or naan.

This tandoori chicken curry recipe is not only delicious but also quite simple to prepare. The blend of spices and the marination process ensure that the chicken is tender and flavorful. Enjoy this authentic Indian dish and share the joy of cooking with your loved ones!

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