Tandoori Murgh (Tandoori Chicken)
Grrrrrgh!
Course : Grilling
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 4
 

Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2      pounds        chicken; drumsticks or
                        -- breasts or thighs
     1/4  teaspoon      cayenne pepper
   1      teaspoon      paprika
     1/2  teaspoon      garam masala -- *
   1                    ginger -- fresh 1/2" piece
     1/2  teaspoon      coriander seeds -- ground
   4                    garlic cloves
     1/2  teaspoon      cumin seeds -- ground
     1/2  cup           yogurt -- plain
   1      dash          lemon juice
                        salt -- to taste
 

Preparation:

* I use a blend of 1 nutmeg, 1 1/2 tsp green cardamom pods, 4 inch cinnamon sticks, 1 Tbsp whole cloves, 1 tsp peppercorns and 1 tsp cumin seeds all ground together Skin the chicken, wash and pat dry with paper towel. Make deep cuts 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 several 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"