Tandoori Carrots With Vadouvan Spice And Yogurt Recipes

"TANDOORI" CARROTS WITH VADOUVAN SPICE AND YOGURT

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425°. Mix vadouvan, half of garlic, 1/4 cup yogurt, and 3 tablespoons oil in a large bowl until smooth; season with salt and pepper. Add carrots and toss to coat. Roast on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred in spots, 25-30 minutes.
• Meanwhile, heat turmeric and remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a small skillet over medium-low, swirling skillet, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
• Whisk lemon juice, remaining garlic, and remaining . cup yogurt in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.
• Place carrots (along with crunchy bits on baking sheet) on a platter. Drizzle with yogurt mixture and turmeric oil and top with cilantro. Serve with lemon wedges.

TANDOORI SPICED CHICKEN WITH TAHINI CARROTS

Steps:

• For the tandoori powder, combine all the ingredients and store in an airtight container at room temperature (the above recipe makes about 3/4 cup). For the tahini dressing, combine all the ingredients and adjust the dressing's consistency with more or less water and store, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 1 week (makes about 3/4 cup).
• Preheat a gas grill to high (or prepare the coals for a charcoal grill). In a large mixing bowl, toss the chicken with the tandoori powder and oil to evenly coat the meat. Arrange the chicken on the grate and grill, turning as needed, until cooked through, about 8 minutes total. Move the chicken to a plate.
• While the chicken is cooking, cut the carrots into ribbons by running a vegetable peeler straight down each carrot from stem to root. After you've cut about halfway through the carrot, flip it over to cut down the other side.
• Divide the carrot ribbons among the serving plates and drizzle each with about 1 tablespoon tahini dressing. Garnish each salad with some herbs and cashews (if using) and serve with the grilled chicken.

TANDOORI CHICKEN WITH YOGURT SAUCE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 475°.
• In a large bowl, mix together 1/2 cup yogurt, garlic, turmeric, ginger, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
• Add chicken; turn to coat.
• Transfer chicken to a rimmed baking sheet. Roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part of breast (avoiding bone) registers 160°, 25 to 30 minutes.
• Meanwhile, peel apple; coarsely grate into a medium bowl.
• Add cilantro and remaining 1/2 cup yogurt; season with salt and pepper.
• Serve sauce alongside chicken, with rice, if desired.

VADOUVAN CARROT YOGURT

Steps:

• Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add carrots, season with salt and pepper, and cook, tossing occasionally, until carrots are tender and beginning to brown around edges, 12-15 minutes. Add 1 Tbsp. vadouvan and garlic and cook, tossing often and reducing heat if needed, until very fragrant, about 2 minutes. Let cool slightly, then transfer to a food processor or blender. Add yogurt and lime juice; purée until smooth.
• Heat remaining 1 Tbsp. oil and 1 tsp. vadouvan in a small skillet until spices are sizzling and very fragrant, about 2 minutes.
• Divide yogurt among bowls and drizzle with spice oil. Serve with toast for dipping.
• Yogurt and spice oil can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill yogurt; store spice oil tightly covered at room temperature.

TANDOORICARROTS WITH VADOUVAN SPICE AND YOGURT

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425°. Mix vadouvan, half of garlic, ¼ cup yogurt, and 3 Tbsp. oil in a large bowl until smooth; season with salt and pepper. Add carrots and toss to coat. Roast on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred in spots, 25–30 minutes. Meanwhile, heat turmeric and remain­ing 2 Tbsp. oil in a small skillet over medium-low, swirling skillet, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Whisk lemon juice, remaining garlic, and remaining ¼ cup yogurt in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper. Place carrots (along with crunchy bits on baking sheet) on a platter. Drizzle with yogurt mixture and turmeric oil and top with cilantro. Serve with lemon wedges.

WHOLE ROASTED TANDOORI CAULIFLOWER WITH SPICED YOGURT

Steps:

• For the cauliflower:.
• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• With a paring knife, carefully remove a cone-shaped piece of the core of the cauliflower, while keeping the head intact. Place the cauliflower in a large bowl and add 2 tablespoons of water. Cover and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Remove the lid carefully and set aside.
• In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, garlic, ginger, chili powder, curry powder, coriander, lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Coat the head of the cauliflower with the yogurt sauce. Transfer the cauliflower to the lined baking sheet and roast until tender, 30 minutes for a small head and up to 60 minutes for a large head.
• Meanwhile, make the cilantro chutney:.
• Combine the cilantro, serrano chile, mint, raisins, ginger, lemon juice and a pinch of salt and pepper in a food processor. Pulse until fully combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Thin the consistency with up to 1/2 cup water, if necessary. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
• Remove the cauliflower from the oven and finish with fresh lemon juice. "Carve" the cauliflower into slices and serve with the cilantro chutney.