Tandoori in Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 head butter lettuce, washed and leaves separated
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, mix together the yogurt, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, and salt and pepper to taste until well combined.
- Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat them with the marinade.
- Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
- Grill the tandoori chicken skewers for 6-8 minutes per side or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Meanwhile, prepare the lettuce wraps by taking one lettuce leaf and placing a few pieces of chicken on top.
- Top with sliced red onion and chopped cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Verdict:
This tandoori in lettuce wraps recipe is a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional tandoori chicken. The chicken is marinated in a spicy yogurt marinade and grilled to perfection, then wrapped in butter lettuce leaves for a refreshing and light meal. The red onion and cilantro add a fresh crunch, while the lime wedges provide a zesty kick to each bite. Serve these wraps as a main dish or appetizer for a crowd-pleasing dish.
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