This ingenious method of cooking is still widely practiced today. But of course with modern technological advances, gas and electric tandoori ovens are more efficient in getting the job done. However if you are preparing this dish in the comfort of your own home, you can still achieve amazing results with a BBQ grill or alternatively, broiling in a conventional oven. My personal preference is to pre-bake the chicken ahead of time to ensure it will be thoroughly cooked. Then give it a quick sear at high heat in the broiler for that charred taste and at the same time sealing in the flavor and tenderness.

The other key factor to a truly amazing tasting Tandoori Chicken is the marination. The rich blend of spices gives the Tandoori Chicken its unique flavor but more importantly, it is the yogurt that helps to penetrate the spices into the meat and tenderize it at the same time. And the best part of it is, even when the meat hits the grill, it is the thick consistency of the yogurt that keeps the seasonings on the meat so no flavor is lost.

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Just like its cousin the fortune cookie, the Chinese Chicken Salad did not originate from China and is certainly not a part of authentic Chinese cuisine. Even the Chinese term for salad (�²™æ�� pronounced sha la) is derived from the pronunciation of the English word. So what is it that makes the Chinese Chicken Salad Chinese? The ingredients, of course!

Ingredients commonly found in Chinese cooking like soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger and toasted sesame seeds are used to make the dressing. Popular toppings for the Chinese Chicken Salad include crispy noodles, fried wonton skin strips, chinese mushroom, mandarin orange, grilled tofu and almonds. But of course you can mix and match these according to your preference. The end result is a light and healthy salad perfect especially to complement a heavy meal.

This classic east meets west salad can be found at classy joints like Wolfgang Puck’s or Madam Wu’s but why pay through the nose for a dish so simple you can toss up as much as you want in the comfort of your own kitchen, especially since the dressing is vinaigrette-based and can keep longer in the fridge than mayonnaise-based dressings.

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Michelle Tchea got in touch with me and wanted to giveaway her cookbook Building a Perfect Meal. There will be one (1) winner whom will receive one (1) copy of Building a Perfect Meal by Michelle Tchea. The retail value of Building a Perfect Meal by Michelle Tchea is US$ 24.50 (approx. RM71 / S$ 30).

About Building a Perfect Meal

Building a Perfect Meal shows novice cooks that cooking at home is both achievable and fun. The concept of this cookbook is simple: start with a basic recipe and then elevate it into something spectacular with the addition of a few more ingredients. After perfecting the basics, you can create elaborate meals at home worthy of impressing loved ones.

From truly simple bites such as Toy Soldiers with Poached Eggs, and Creamy Mashed Potatoes to more substantial dishes such as Steamed Snapper with Spring Onions and Creamy Dreamy Seafood Stew, this collection of ጤ recipes is great not just for beginner cooks but also foodies looking for ideas to whip up quick and easy dishes at home.

About the Author

Michelle Tchea’s love for food began at her grandfather’s restaurant in Los Angeles famed for its delicious dumplings, hand-pulled noodles and Chinese pancakes. She was raised with a rolling pin in her hand helping out at the restaurant during peak hours. She is a skilled home cook, and a qualified Biomedical Scientist specializing in research and development in the food and beverage industry.

Michelle gathers her inspiration from artisan bakers, local farmers and talented chefs she meets on her travels. her love for food and culture often sends her on adventures discovering crusty croissants, perfectly cured meats and frothy cappuccinos that are worth replicating in her own kitchen. Michelle currently writes for health and luxury publications and food magazines in Asia Pacific and North America.

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