Malai tikka Recipe - Ingredients, Step-by-Step Guide & Nutrition info

Malai tikka

Creamy and succulent chicken tikka marinated in a rich and flavorful cream sauce.

Ingredients (4 servings)

Ingredient: Boneless chicken
Quantity: 500g )
Preparation: cubed

Ingredient: Hung curd (thick yogurt)
Quantity: 1 cup

Ingredient: Fresh cream
Quantity: 1/2 cup

Ingredient: Ginger-garlic paste
Quantity: 1 tablespoon

Ingredient: Lemon juice
Quantity: 2 tablespoons

Ingredient: Cashew nuts
Quantity: 2 tablespoons )
Preparation: paste

Ingredient: Green chili
Quantity: 1 )
Preparation: finely chopped

Ingredient: Coriander leaves
Quantity: 2 tablespoons )
Preparation: finely chopped

Ingredient: Cumin powder
Quantity: 1 teaspoon

Ingredient: Turmeric powder
Quantity: 1/2 teaspoon

Ingredient: Garam masala powder
Quantity: 1 teaspoon

Ingredient: Kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
Quantity: 1 teaspoon )
Preparation: crushed

Ingredient: Salt
Quantity: to taste

Ingredient: Butter or ghee
Quantity: 2 tablespoons

Ingredient: Skewers
Quantity: as needed

Nutrition / 100 g

Calories: 260
Protein: 18g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fat: 19g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Preparation

In a large mixing bowl, combine hung curd, fresh cream, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, cashew nuts paste, green chili, coriander leaves, cumin powder, turmeric powder, garam masala powder, kasuri methi, and salt. Mix well to form a smooth paste.

Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and mix until all the pieces are well coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.

Preheat the grill or oven to 200°C (400°F). If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.

Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece.

Cook the skewers on the grill or in the oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred. Flip the skewers halfway through cooking to ensure even cooking.

Once cooked, remove the skewers from the heat and brush them with melted butter or ghee for added flavor.

Serve the Malai Tikka hot, garnished with additional coriander leaves and lemon wedges.

Malai tikka

Creamy and succulent chicken tikka marinated in a rich and flavorful cream sauce.

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