Sandy Chicken In Spicy Yogurt Recipe

Name: Sandy Chicken In Spicy Yogurt
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 chicken pieces; 1 lemon, juice of; 1 teaspoon salt; lemon wedges (to garnish) or lime wedge (to garnish); lettuce leaf (to garnish); 1 teaspoon coriander leaves; 2 teaspoons cumin seeds; 6 cloves; 1 onion, quartered; 2 bay leaves; 2 cloves garlic; 1 (2 inch) piece fresh ginger, chopped; ½ teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon turmeric; ⅔ cup plain low-fat yogurt

Servings: persons

6 chicken pieces
1 lemon, juice of
1 teaspoon salt
lemon wedges (to garnish) or lime wedge (to garnish)
lettuce leaf (to garnish)
1 teaspoon coriander leaves
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
6 cloves
1 onion, quartered
2 bay leaves
2 cloves garlic
1 (2 inch) piece fresh ginger, chopped
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
⅔ cup plain low-fat yogurt

1
Skin the chicken joints and make deep slashes in the fleshiest parts with a sharp knife.
2
Sprinkle over the lemon juice and salt and rub in.
3
Roast the corriander and cumin seeds and corriander, cloes and bay leaves in a frying pan until the bay leaves are crispy.
4
Cool the spices and grind coarsely.
5
Finely mince the onion, garlic and ginger in a blender.
6
Add the ground spices, chilli and turmeric powders and yogurt.
7
Mix well.
8
Strain the lemon juice from the chicken pieces.
9
Arrange the chicken in a single layer in a shallow dish.
10
Pour over the marinade, then cover and chill for about 24-36 hours, turning occasionally the chicken pieces in the marinade.
11
Cook the bird on low barbecue or on the stove for about 30-45 minutes, turning the pieces and brushing with marinade occasionally.
12
Garnish with fresh lettuce and lemon wedges.
13
Serve the sandy chicken by the beachside for that romantic touch.
14
Recipe secret: Never ever cook this dish on high heat because then the chicken won't be done from inside.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 chicken pieces, 1 lemon, juice of, 1 teaspoon salt, lemon wedges (to garnish) or lime wedge (to garnish), and more.

Yes, Sandy Chicken In Spicy Yogurt falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sandy Chicken In Spicy Yogurt

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Variations & substitutions

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