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Tandoori Chicken

Marie Claire Recipes: Tandoori Chicken Schwartz

Ingredients:

• 1 tsp coriander seeds
• 1⁄2 tsp mint
• 1 tsp coriander leaf
• 1⁄2 tsp turmeric
• 2 tsp paprika
• 1⁄2 tsp hot chili powder
• 1⁄4 tsp ground cumin
• 2 cardamon pods, crushed and the husks discarded
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbs garlic
• 1 inch fresh root ginger, finely chopped
• 100g (4oz) Greek yogurt
• 2 tbs lemon juice
• 4 large chicken breasts

Directions:

1. Pre-heat the oven to 180oC, 350oF, Gas Mark 5.
2. Scatter the coriander seeds onto a baking tray and roast in the oven for 7-8 minutes.
3. Remove and allow to cool.
4. Using a pestle and mortar, grind the coriander seeds and then add the remaining herbs and spices and grind until thoroughly mixed.
5. Transfer to a large bowl, then stir in the yogurt and lemon juice.
6. Score each chicken breast 4 times with a sharp knife and add to the marinade, turn to coat thoroughly.
7. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or for best results overnight.
8. Pre-heat the grill to a medium heat.
9. Place the marinated chicken breasts on a wire rack and grill for 20-25 minutes, turning regularly, until the juices run clear and the surface has taken on a slight blackened appearance.
10. Ensure chicken is piping hot and cooked through before serving.

Words by Schwartz, Thursday 20 March 2008


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Kate Bosworth, Marie Claire January issue