Indian Chicken Tikka Masala




Indian Chicken Tikka Masala

Recipe only

This is a classic dish with an amazing fact! It was invented in Britain and not India. They say that 1 in 7 dish ordered in Britain are chicken tikka masala. This is a rich, silky dish and is sure to become on of your favorites.


INGREDIENTS

1 kg of chicken thighs on the bone.
1 fresh lemon
salt to taste 
Fresh ground pepper

MARINADE

2 tablespoons fresh chopped ginger
2 garlic cloves, chopped
500 g natural yogurt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground chili powder
1 teaspoon ground turmeric powder

Fresh chopped coriander for garnish


METHOD

1. Score the surface of the chicken pieces to a depth of .5 cm. and place in a shallow oven proof dish. Sprinkle with pepper, salt and the juice of 1 lemon. Let stand for about 30 minutes.

2. Mix all the spices for the marinade with the yogurt. Coat the chicken pieces generously with the marinade and cover. Place in the fridge overnight. Preheat the oven to 180 C. Line a baking tray with aluminum foil and put the chicken on the tray. Cook in the oven for 40 minutes, brushing frequently with the marinade (use about 1/4), and adding a little water if necessary.

3. Heat the remaining marinade in a medium pan and add the chicken pieces. Heat very gently for 5-7 minutes, then serve sprinkled with fresh chopped coriander.
Location: South East Asia

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