2 lb Chicken;drumsticks --
Breasts
Or thighs
1 ea Ginger -- fresh 1/2" piece
4 ea Garlic cloves
1/2 c Yogurt -- plain
Salt -- to taste
1/4 ts Cayenne pepper
1 ts Paprika
1/2 ts Garam masala -- *
1/2 ts Coriander seeds -- ground
1/2 ts Cumin seeds -- ground
1 ds Lemon juice
* I use a blend of 1 nutmeg, 1 1/2 tsp green cardamom pods, 4 i' cinnamon
sticks, 1 Tbsp whole cloves, 1 tsp peppercorns & 1 tsp cumin seeds all
ground
together
Skin the chicken, wash & pat dry with paper towel. Make deepcuts 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 serveral 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_ posted by Anne
MacLellan
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