Tikka Marinde Paste Preparation Method

Tikka Marinade Recipe

Have you ever fancied having a go at making your own tikka marinade paste? Well, now you can thanks to our easy-to-follow tikka marinade recipe created by Zouk’s expert chefs.

With summer fast approaching, it won’t be long before it is time to fire up the BBQ. What better way to impress your guests than with succulent tikka-marinated meats? If you're a fan of BBQs, then you know that the secret to making mouth-watering meats is in the marinade. Our tikka paste marinade recipe is perfect for marinating chicken, beef, lamb, and prawns, adding a delicious flavour to your BBQ dishes. So, get ready to impress your guests with Zouk’s authentic tikka marinade recipe.

Ingredients:

To create the perfect tikka marinade, you'll need a blend of authentic spices, tangy lemon juice, and creamy natural yoghurt. These ingredients come together to create a bold and flavorful marinade that's perfect for elevating your BBQ dishes. All ingredients in this list are available from most popular supermarkets, meaning you won’t have to go searching for hours to find any of them.

  • 2 tablespoons ginger/garlic paste
  • 1 and ½ tablespoons of natural yoghurt
  • 1 tablespoon whole coriander seeds
  • 1 tablespoon cumin powder
  • 1 tablespoon red chilli powder
  • 1 and ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon fenugreek leaves (dried)
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons mustard oil
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

Method:

Now you have all your ingredients ready, follow these simple instructions to make the perfect tikka marinade paste. 

  1. Crush the peppercorns and coriander seeds in a pestle and mortar or blend in a spice grinder.
  2. Add crushed spices to a large mixing bowl and then combine with all the other ingredients.
  3. Mix all ingredients thoroughly by hand or with a wooden spoon.

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