Chicken tikka
Chicken tikka
Chicken tikka (pronunciation: /ˈtɪkə/; etymology: Hindi: चिकन टिक्का) is a popular dish in Indian cuisine and Pakistani cuisine that is made from boneless pieces of chicken marinated in spices and yogurt, then baked in a tandoor oven, and served in a masala (spice mix) sauce.
Origin
The term 'tikka' is a Persian word, 'tik' meaning 'bits' or 'pieces'. Chicken tikka was popularized during the Mughal Empire, which had Persian influences. The dish is popular in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, and is also widely available in restaurants serving South Asian cuisine around the world.
Preparation
Chicken tikka is traditionally prepared by marinating small pieces of boneless chicken in a mixture of yogurt and spices. The spices commonly used include turmeric, cumin, coriander, and garam masala. The marinated chicken is then cooked in a tandoor, a cylindrical clay or metal oven used in cooking and baking in the Indian subcontinent.
Variations
There are many variations of chicken tikka, including Chicken tikka masala, which includes a sauce made from tomatoes, cream, and various spices. Another variation is Chicken tikka biryani, where the chicken tikka is mixed with rice and cooked together.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chicken tikka
- Wikipedia's article - Chicken tikka
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