Tandoori murgh (tandoori chicken)

1 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2poundsChicken;drumsticks --
Breasts
Or thighs
1eachGinger -- fresh 1/2\" piece
4eachesGarlic cloves
½cupYogurt -- plain
Salt -- to taste
¼teaspoonCayenne pepper
1teaspoonPaprika
½teaspoonGaram masala -- *
½teaspoonCoriander seeds -- ground
½teaspoonCumin seeds -- ground
1dashLemon juice

Directions

* I use a blend of 1 nutmeg, 1½ tsp green cardamom pods, 4 i' cinnamon sticks, 1 Tbsp whole cloves, 1 tsp peppercorns & 1 tsp cumin seeds all ground together Skin the chicken, wash & pat dry with paper towel. Make deepcuts on the surface with a knife. Mince or grate ginger and garlic. Transfer to a small bowl and add the spices. Mix well, then rub the paste into the chicken and let marinate serveral hours in refrigerate. Cook chicken on grill or in broiler (30 minutes for legs), basting with leftover marinade and turning to ensure even cooking. Serve with a dash of lemon juice. Serves: 4-6 Source:_From Bengal to Punjab: The Cuisines of India_ posted by Anne MacLellan Recipe By :