making tandoori chicken recipe
making tandoori chicken recipe preparation Tandoori chicken is a popular Indian dish known for its vibrant color and delicious flavors. Here's a basic recipe to prepare it: ### Ingredients: - 1 whole chicken, about 3-4 lbs, cut into pieces or chicken drumsticks/thighs - 1 cup plain yogurt - 2 tablespoons lemon juice - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons tandoori masala (available in Indian grocery stores) - 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste (or finely minced ginger and garlic) - 1 teaspoon ground cumin - 1 teaspoon ground coriander - 1 teaspoon paprika or Kashmiri red chili powder (for color) - 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder - Salt to taste - Freshly ground black pepper (optional) - Chopped cilantro and lemon wedges for garnish ### Instructions: 1. **Marinate the Chicken:** - In a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, vegetable oil, tandoori masala, ginger-garlic paste, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika or chili powder, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper ...