Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant streets of India? In this article, we will unveil the secrets behind creating the perfect chopped tandoori chicken salad, a dish that seamlessly blends the bold flavors of Indian cuisine with the refreshing lightness of a salad. From selecting the choicest ingredients to mastering the art of tandoori marination and grilling, we'll guide you through every step of the process, ensuring that your salad turns out flavorful, succulent, and visually stunning. So, gather your apron, fire up your grill, and prepare to create a dish that will leave your family and friends craving for more.
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GRILLED TANDOORI-SPICED CHICKEN OVER GREEN PAPAYA SALAD
Steps:
- With a sharp paring knife, make 2 to 3 (1/2-inch deep) diagonal cuts in each piece of chicken, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- In a small saute pan set over moderate heat, combine the ginger, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cardamom pods, and cayenne. Cook, gently shaking the pan, until you can smell the spices, approximately 1 minute.
- Transfer the spices to a spice/coffee grinder and grind the spices finely.
- Transfer the chicken pieces to a large resealable plastic bag and add the spice mixture, garlic, and lemon juice and toss to coat thoroughly, making sure the rub penetrates the cuts. Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator, for at least 5 hours or overnight.
- Preheat grill.
- Remove chicken pieces from the plastic bag and pat them dry. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Rub the chicken pieces thoroughly with half the shortening.
- Grill chicken on an oiled rack 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals or on a gas grill for 7 to 10 minutes per side. While grilling, brush on the remaining shortening. When the chicken pieces are cooked through, transfer to a platter. Let chicken stand while preparing salad.
- In a sieve, drain the yogurt for 15 minutes. In a bowl, combine yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, cilantro, cayenne, salt, and pepper, to taste.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pressed garlic, lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar, and blend until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add chile, papaya, carrot, and cilantro to the dressing, tossing well. Salad may be made 2 hours ahead and chilled, covered. Bring salad to room temperature before serving. Serve salad sprinkled with peanuts.
TANDOORI CHICKEN SALAD
This delicious Tandoori Chicken Salad gets a kick from fresh ginger. The recipe courtesy of Padma Lakshmi.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Prepare the marinade: In a medium bowl combine yogurt, garam masala, ginger, garlic, turmeric, salt, and jalapeno, if using. Add chicken and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate while preparing salad.
- In a large bowl, toss together lettuce, cabbage, tomatoes, radishes, cucumber, scallions, cilantro, and jicama; set aside.
- Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken along with the marinade and cook, stirring, until the chicken is just cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Transfer chicken and pan juices to salad mixture and toss to combine. Drizzle with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
CHOPPED TANDOORI CHICKEN SALAD
I saw this featured on a slideshow from Delish. It is a great variation on a salad - the dressing is nice and has a little zip to it too! You'll want to marinate the chicken for at least an hour before cooking (but you could do it the night before to make for a fast meal the next day) - which is included in the prep time.
Provided by Starrynews
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Combine the marinade ingredients and mix well: yogurt, garlic, cumin, garam masala, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Pour mixture over the chicken in a resealable plastic bag, and rub marinade into the meat. Marinate for at least one hour, and up to 24 hours.
- When ready to prepare the salads: Place chicken on grill, discarding any extra marinade. Cook for approximately 5-6 minutes per side, turning once, until chicken is done. Meanwhile, skewer tomatoes or place in a grill basket and cook until slightly charred, about 5 minutes, stirring or turning periodically.
- Allow chicken and tomatoes to cool.
- Meanwhile, combine dressing ingredients and mix well: the remaining plain yogurt, cumin, garam masala, salt, cilantro, white wine vinegar, olive oil, and cayenne pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, cucumber, and chickpeas.
- Chop chicken when cool enough to handle, and add chopped chicken and tomatoes to the salad.
- Toss with dressing until all ingredients are mixed well.
TANDOORI CHICKEN SALAD
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Make the marinade: In a bowl combine all ingredients. Arrange chicken in a shallow dish, add the marinade, and stir to coat with the marinade. Cover and chill while preparing the vegetables. Make the salad: In a large salad bowl combine all salad ingredients. In a nonstick skillet set over moderately high heat, warm the oil until it is hot. Add the chicken and marinade and cook, stirring, until the chicken is no longer pink. (Yogurt will separate.) Let simmer just until cooked. Transfer chicken together with pan juices to salad bowl and toss to combine. Add lemon juice and salt and pepper, to taste.
TANDOORI CHICKEN SALAD
Categories Salad Chicken Leafy Green Poultry Freeze/Chill Picnic Yogurt Backyard BBQ Lunch Mango Mint Spice Curry Summer Chill Grill/Barbecue Cinnamon Clove Engagement Party Party Coriander Bon Appétit Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For dressing:
- Whisk Sherry wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, ground cumin, and curry powder to blend in medium bowl. Add olive oil and whisk to blend. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring dressing to room temperature and rewhisk before using.)
- For salad:
- Whisk yogurt, garam masala, and lemon juice in large bowl to blend. Add chicken breasts; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 1 day, turning occasionally.
- Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Grill chicken until juices run clear when pierced in thickest part, about 10 minutes per side. Place romaine and baby greens in large salad bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat. Divide salad among 4 plates. Top each with sliced red onion, 1 fresh mint sprig, raita, and grilled chicken. Serve with lime wedges.
- A spice mixture available at Indian markets and many supermarkets. To substitute, mix 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin with 1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander, 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, 1 teaspoon ground cardamom, 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon.
TANDOORI CHICKEN SALAD
This crowd pleasing lunch recipe comes from the January 2009 issue of "recipes +" magazine. You can use any curry paste you like ( korma, vindaloo, rogan josh, etc), or, to cut down on the fat content, you can use mild curry powder instead.
Provided by Sara 76
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place chicken fillets on a plate and brush with paste; cover with plastic food wrap. Chill for 15 minutes.
- Heat a char grill or BBQ to high. Spray chicken and pumpkin with oil. Cook chicken and pumpkin on grill for 4 minutes each side until chicken is cooked through and pumpkin is tender. Transfer to a plate. Cover with foil; rest for 5 minutes. Thinly slice chicken.
- Meanwhile, combine sprouts, spinach and onion in a medium bowl. Whisk yogurt, juice, coriander, tahini, garlic and 1 tablespoon of water in a small jug until combined.
- Add chicken and pumpkin to salad mixture; season with salt. Toss to combine. Place salad on serving plates; drizzle with dressing. Serve at once.4.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.5, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 91, Sodium 201.2, Carbohydrate 19.2, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 5.1, Protein 38.3
Tips:
- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for the best results. Thighs are more flavorful and juicy than breasts, and they hold up better to the high heat of the grill.
- Marinate the chicken in yogurt, spices, and herbs for at least 30 minutes. This will help to tenderize the chicken and infuse it with flavor.
- Grill the chicken over high heat until it is cooked through. This will give the chicken a nice char and smoky flavor.
- Let the chicken cool slightly before slicing it. This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
- Serve the chicken salad with your favorite toppings, such as chopped lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions. You can also add a drizzle of dressing or a dollop of yogurt.
Conclusion:
Chopped tandoori chicken salad is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a summer cookout or picnic. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its bold flavors and refreshing ingredients, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this chopped tandoori chicken salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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