Tandoori Chicken – A Smoky Roast Chicken Straight From North India
The Tandoori Chicken is a low-carb, keto-friendly Indian appetizer that is believed to have its roots in the ancient Harappan civilization (one of the four great civilizations of the world) that flourished along the River Indus. Cooked in a clay oven called the ‘tandoor’, its modern version is thought to have originated in the land of the five rivers, Punjab, and later gained popularity in the heart of the capital city of New Delhi.
This juicy appetizer that charms you with its brilliant red color and smoky flavor starts its journey when a whole chicken is halved, marinated in a paste of ginger-garlic-green chili and lemon before it is generously massaged with yogurt, oil, a dash of salt, and a medley of spices. The marinated chicken is left to rest overnight and then baked in the ‘Tandoor’.
The intense heat in the ‘tandoor’ chars the skin and imparts the dish its characteristic smokey flavor, and seals the meat that stays juicy and tender.
After it is cooked well, it is slathered with butter and sprinkled with a generous dose of lemon juice and ‘chaat masala’. This juicy appetizer is usually enjoyed piping hot, served with sliced onions, bell peppers, and a wedge of lemon.
As you bite into this delectable chicken, it mesmerizes you with its smokey flavor. The sharpness of the lemon plays with your taste buds, the juicy chicken teases your senses with the subtle spices and every bite leaves you craving for more.
Order this delicious Tandoori Chicken online and woo your guests at the next party or surprise your family with this delectable dish, best washed down with a chilled beverage!
