Tandoori Vegetable Platter Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Start by preparing the marinade for the vegetables. In a bowl, mix together yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, lemon juice, and salt.
• STEP 2.Cut the vegetables into bite-sized pieces. You can use a variety of vegetables like bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, zucchini, and cauliflower.
• STEP 3.Add the vegetables to the marinade and mix well, ensuring that all the vegetables are coated with the marinade. Let the vegetables marinate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
• STEP 4.Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). If you have a tandoor, preheat it according to the manufacturer's instructions.
• STEP 5.Thread the marinated vegetables onto skewers. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before threading the vegetables to prevent them from burning.
• STEP 6.Place the skewers on a baking sheet or in the tandoor and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
• STEP 7.While the vegetables are cooking, prepare the mint yogurt dip. In a blender, combine fresh mint leaves, yogurt, salt, and a pinch of sugar. Blend until smooth.
• STEP 8.Once the vegetables are cooked, remove them from the skewers and arrange them on a platter. Serve hot with the mint yogurt dip.
• STEP 9.This Tandoori Vegetable Platter can be served as an appetizer or a main course. It pairs well with naan bread or rice. Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• You can adjust the spice level of the marinade according to your preference by adding more or less red chili powder.
• If you don't have a tandoor or oven, you can also cook the vegetables on a grill or stovetop grill pan.
• Feel free to customize the vegetables in the platter based on your preference. You can add or substitute with other vegetables like potatoes, carrots, or eggplant.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover Tandoori Vegetable Platter can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• To reheat, you can either microwave the vegetables or heat them in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for about 10 minutes.
• Serve the Tandoori Vegetable Platter hot as an appetizer or as a main course with naan bread or rice.