Murgh Shahi Tandoori Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a bowl, mix yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, lemon juice, and salt to make the marinade.
• STEP 2.Add chicken pieces to the marinade and coat them well. Let it marinate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for better flavor.
• STEP 3.Preheat the oven to 400掳F (200掳C). Place the marinated chicken on a baking tray lined with aluminum foil.
• STEP 4.Bake the chicken for 25-30 minutes, or until it is cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.
• STEP 5.Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve hot with naan or rice, and mint chutney or raita on the side.

Cooking Tips

• For a more authentic taste, you can cook the chicken in a tandoor or grill instead of the oven.
• If you don't have ginger-garlic paste, you can finely chop ginger and garlic and mix them together.
• To make the chicken more tender, you can add a tablespoon of lemon juice or yogurt to the marinade.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover Murgh Shahi Tandoori can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the chicken in a preheated oven or microwave until heated through.
• Serve the Murgh Shahi Tandoori as a main course with naan or rice, and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.