Lasooni Murg Tikka is a North Indian specialty prepared with juicy pieces of chicken marinated in creamy yogurt, fresh garlic and carefully selected Indian spices.
After a long marination, the chicken is baked in a tandoor, which gives it a distinctive smoky aroma and rich taste.
The perfect combination of intense garlic and mild spices makes this dish a favorite choice for fans of authentic Indian cuisine.
• The word "lasooni" (or lehsuni) in Hindi means with garlic, while "murg" means chicken and "tikka" means small pieces of meat grilled on a skewer.
• The main feature of this dish is the rich marinade of yogurt, garlic and spices, which makes the meat extremely soft and juicy.
• It is traditionally prepared in a tandoor oven, a clay oven that reaches very high temperatures and gives the dish a characteristic smoky note.
• Tikka specialties originate from northern India and represent one of the most famous types of Indian appetizers around the world.
• Lasooni Murg Tikka is most often served with a refreshing mint sauce, onion rings and lemon wedges, which further highlight the rich flavor of the chicken.
