While the word tandoori implies that the chicken is cooked in a tandoor, similar results can be achieved at home using an outdoor grill or my trusted stovetop-and-oven technique. Tandoori chicken, also called Tangdi Kebab (the literal translation of "Tangdi" is "leg"), is a common sight at Indian restaurants in Western countries, where artificial coloring is often used to give the kebabs a bright orange hue. This recipe uses chicken drumsticks or leg quarters, along with all-natural ingredients like garam masala, paprika, and turmeric, for a healthier, flavorful result.

Whether you’re planning a festive holiday spread or simply looking to enhance everyday meals, this Indian Spiced Mango and Cranberry Chutney will become your go-to. Its bold flavors and adaptability make it a pantry essential for anyone who loves experimenting with global tastes.

Served at most Parsi events and occasions, ‘Chicken Farchas’ are a uniquely Parsi cuisine serving of chicken pieces that are crisp on the outside and succulent on the inside, much like a spiced version of the western concept of fried chicken.

Behold a spicy veggie burger that takes its rightful place of pride at the burger podium. The Ultimate Spicy Veggie Burger Packed with Indian Inspiration.

Chicken Kathi Roll is one of my favorite mouthwatering memories from India, a street food wrap that’s better known in western India as Chicken Frankie. Indian roti-chapati or paratha-style thick flatbread, often layered with well-beaten egg, and served as a wrap with your choice of spiced meat and/or vegetables – qualifies as a Kathi Roll.

Chicken Tikka, made with boneless pieces of chicken grilled on an outdoor grill or indoor oven, is probably most synonymous with Indian food and quite simple to make, with most of the magic being in the process of marination! My time-tested recipe for tikka is worth having in your collection. And while tikka might work better in the summer months, I’d say, it’s a year-round special with many ways to serve it up.

Refreshing island flavors over lightly spiced flaky tilapia or fish of choice. The topping is created with fresh diced tomatoes, herbs, lemon juice and an olive oil tempering of garlic, spices and green chilies.

Melt-in-your-mouth Parsi Kavab or Kebab using ground meat of choice, potatoes and a blend of delicious spices, herbs and aromatics. Serve as an appetizer with chutney or as an entree with lentils and flatbread.

From grilled lamb chops and boti kebab, to the well-known chicken tikka and versatile vegetarian aloo tikki or paneer tikka, the Indian cuisine can offer great choices, old wisdom and delicious flavors to your summer grilling.