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Legend of Tikka Masala—Tandoori Chicken with Gravy. Legend of Tikka Masala has it that one stubborn British diner demanded gravy on tandoori chicken. A perplexed chef immediately responded by adding some spices to a can of tomato soup and pouring over the Tandoori chicken. Chicken Tikka Masala is now a true British national dish, not only because it is the very popular, but because it illustrates the way Britain absorbs and adapts external influences. Chicken Tikka is an Indian dish. The Masala sauce was added to satisfy the desire of British people to have their meat served in gravy. Chicken Tikka Masala is a two step process, Tikka and Gravy. Chicken Tikka Masala Masala: Note: Grilling the chicken enhances the flavors of this dish but you could use an oven too. Once you have your chicken is grilling, you could start the gravy process in parallel. In a bowl, combine CuisineMentor Indian Tandoori Gourmet Spice Blend with the yogurt add chicken into it. Set aside to marinate for at least 1 hour. Preheat grill, (if baking, preheat oven to 425 degrees.) Meanwhile heat oil in skillet, add diced onions. Keep heat on high to slightly caramelize the onions. Be careful not to burn. When onions turn golden, add diced tomatoes, gingerroot, garlic and CuisineMentor Indian Tandoori Gourmet Spice Blend. Cook on medium heat about 10 minutes. Add hot grilled/baked chicken pieces, milk and sugar. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes on low heat. Serve over steamed rice with a plain vegetable. Serves 4. Vegetarian variation: Use Grilled Tandoori vegetables, replacing the cooked chicken. E-mail a friend about this item. |
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